Heading into a new year, new exercise

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January 8, 2010 HAVE YOU READ YOUR KA TODAY? Volume 34, number 1
Heading into a new year, new exercise
by Senior Airman Amanda Dick
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
Team Ramstein members recently com-
pleted operational readiness exercises here
to test the 86th Airlift Wing and 435th Air
Ground Operation Wing’s combat capabili-
ties.
The Phase I and Phase II exercises, held
Dec. 7 through 10 and Dec. 14 through 17
respectively, focused on two priorities.
“We had two major objectives in the
December exercise,” said Maj. Michael
Pontiff, Ramstein Inspections and Readiness
deputy chief. “The fi rst was to stress the
installation deployment process by tasking
up to 25 percent of our available person-
nel and cargo for immediate deployment.
The second was to train and evaluate more
than 1,000 people for Ability to Survive
and Operate standardization. The combined
wings successfully met both objectives.”
During the Phase II ATSO training, Airmen
built upon their foundations and polished
up on their Air Force Pamphlet 10-100
Airman’s Manual.
“We went over the basics of weapons
fi ring, Self Aid and Buddy Care, mission
Photos by Airman 1st Class Caleb Pierce
oriented protective posture gear and unex-
Airmen from the 86th Airlift Wing look over the Air Force Pamphlet 10-100 Airman’s Manual while waiting for the next exercise
scenario Dec. 15 on Ramstein. The wing conducted an exercise to evaluate its mission readiness and the ability to survive and operate in
a chemical environment. See ORE, Page 5
16th Sust. Bde. Soldiers welcome new commander
Story and photo by Colonel Pitts told Soldiers it was an honor and The 16th Sust. Bde., the only sustainment
Staff Sgt. Keith M. Anderson a privilege to have served with them, and he was brigade in Europe, stood up July 16, 2007, and
16th Sust. Bde. Public Affairs proud to share in the many accomplishments of deployed to Northern Iraq in July 2008. The unit
the young unit. was one of the last units in Iraq to deploy for
BAMBERG, Germany — Col. Martin B. “You bore the brunt of our brigade’s simul- 15-months.
Pitts, outgoing commander, 16th Sustainment taneous transformation and ramp-up for our Colonel Pitts highlighted some of the accom-
Brigade, 21st Theater Sustainment Command, combat deployment and delivered unmatched, plishments of “Knight Warrior” Soldiers in Iraq,
said farewell to the Soldiers and families of the world-class sustainment to an area the size of the including setting up thousands of meters of con-
logistics brigade and welcomed incoming com- state of Pennsylvania, while facing an adaptive certina wire for the historic provincial elections
mander Col. Keith Sledd during a change of com- enemy and in the midst of the implementation of of 2009; training Iraqi army Soldiers to repair
mand ceremony Dec. 16 at the Freedom Fitness the comprehensive Iraqi Security Agreement,”
Facility here. Colonel Pitts said. See CHANGE OF COMMAND, Page 5
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USAF, Israeli AF work hand- Helping children cope with Volunteers needed for Airman witnesses baby’s
in-hand, Page 7 deployments, Page 12 special olympians, Page 16 birth from afar, Page 19
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Fly, fight and win in 2010 and beyond
by Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon Defenders, transporters, maintainers,
86th Airlift Wing commander operators, EOD, firefighters, ATC
and dozens of others have answered
Happy 2010 to Team Ramstein! the call. And, when needed, our
If 2009 was any indication, the 86th medics’ laser-like focus bring our
Airlift Wing’s “fly, fight, and win” wounded warriors swiftly from the
mission here in Europe will keep battle field to world class medical
growing in 2010. care.
FLY: In April we will receive our WIN: One of the paths to victory
14th and final C-130J Super Herc in Iraq and Afghanistan runs through
and become fully operational soon Germany. As our nation adds 30,000
thereafter. Meanwhile, our guard additional troops in Afghanistan, you
and Reserve teammates in the 38th can expect our Ramstein tempo, as
Airlift Squadron seamlessly added well as the 86th AW’s deployments
additional C-130E and H-crews and and combat taskings, to increase.
Photo by Tech. Sgt. Sean M. White
aircraft to support our J-model tran- Airman 1st Class Michael Poffenberger poses in an EOD-9 bomb suit while Brig. Last year was a very busy year,
sition. And making it look easy, Gen. Mark C. Dillon, 86th Airlift Wing commander, receives a brief overview and congratulations on a job well
our DV airlift fleet in the 76th AS on the suit’s construction and functionality from Airman 1st Class Christopher done. And this year will be even
Barajas, 886 Civil Engineer Squadron, while visiting the Explosive Ordinance
and 306th AS routinely deliver our busier – and challenging. As the 86th
Disposal facility on Ramstein Dec. 12.
nation’s most important customers AW mission continues to grow, stay-
inside and outside the European Theater. Finally, throughout 2010 ing focused is vital to winning. And for Airmen in the 86th, the keys
we will continue to fly and exercise with our wingmen in the 435th to winning are flying and fighting.
Air Ground Operations Wing to prepare for our operational readiness Thank each and every one of you and your families for serving.
inspection this coming September. Despite the challenges ahead I can think of no better team than the
FIGHT: We begin this year with more than 600 of our fellow 86th Airlift Wing to execute our fly, fight and win mission in 2010
Airmen in the wing deployed in the fight to Afghanistan and Iraq. and beyond.
Make sure to properly dispose of old tires
Story and photo by Don Doran cover the costs of shredding, proper burning Sanitation Department at 0631-7105-449.
U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern and other approved recycling methods. Some bulk waste items, scrap metals and
Local German authorities have a program household hazards can also be accepted at
y All too often we see old tires tossed away underway to try and reduce the amount of your local military recycling centers.
ruining a picturesque woodland scene. The illegal dumping of not only tires but house- (Don Doran is the environmental pro-
r
first person who thought a quiet out-of-the- hold trash, appliances and other improperly tection specialist with U.S. Army Garrison
a
way location would be an easy place to get disposed waste items as well. These “wild Kaiserslautern’s Directorate of Public
t rid of their old tires, opened a Pandora’s box, dumping” violations are taken very seriously Works.)
n leading others to do the same. and violators face significant fines. Do your
Tires are a restricted or “special” waste part by turning your old tires over to the ven-
e because they cause damage to the environ- dor for appropriate disposal. You may also
ment. One serious problem is they hold dispose of used tires at select KMC recy-
m
water that stagnates and becomes a perfect cling centers, Family and Morale, Welfare
mosquito breeding ground; This endangers and Recreation Auto Skills facilities or the
m pets and local wildlife through the spread of Ramstein Auto Salvage Yard. Some of these
mosquito-born diseases. activities have a nominal disposal fee up to
Because of the high costs associated $2 per tire.
o
with proper tire disposal, tire merchants are At nearly all locations, waste tires must
required to collect a nominal fee on each be removed from the rims before they can
C Tossing used tires in the picturesque woods leads not only
waste tire accepted. This helps defray the be accepted. Appliances and other bulk item
to a large, ugly mess, but it also causes damage to the
costs of disposing old tires and, in-turn, helps disposal can be arranged by calling the City environment.
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18th CSSB, TLSC-E showcase mutual training
by 1st Lt. Nathan Miller ammunition handler from the 23rd increased productivity
23rd Ord. Co. commander Ordnance Company. In addition, and provided the unit
Soldiers did more than just ammuni- with realistic train-
Forklifts, pallets, rounds and tion handling. The 1st Inland Cargo ing, said Hans-Jürgen
24-hour operations might not sound Transfer Company moved cargo and Becker, deputy direc-
like fun to some, but for the Soldiers assisted in the inspection of critical tor of the ACE.
and civilians participating in exer- containers. Exercise ACE-
cise ACE-Hammer I, it was exciting “This was the best training and Hammer II and III are
and training at its best. most ‘stick’ time operating my planned for the second
The exercise, which provided a Kalmar (container handler) that I’ve and third quarter of
unique training opportunity while been able to do in the last two and a this year. When asked
providing necessary support to the half years,” said Pfc. Scott Hamm, a about the opportu-
Ammunition Center Europe, was the container handler specialist with the nity to participate in
combined effort of the 18th Combat 1st ICTC. another training event Photo courtesy of the U.S. Army
Sustainment Support Battalion More than 90 18th CSSB Soldiers with the ACE, Spc. Soldiers from the 18th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
close the door on a storage container at Miesau Army Depot.
and the Theater Logistics Support participated in the exercise with Anna Valencia, an
More than 600 containers and 318 pallets of ammunition were
Center-Europe. ACE-Hammer I took more than 50 employees from the ammunition handler
moved during the exercise ACE- Hammer I in November.
place at the Miesau Ammunition Ammunition Center Europe. with the 23rd Ord.
Depot in November and increased The combined efforts resulted in Co., said next time her unit’s goal is by the Soldiers and civilians of the
the Soldiers’ proficiency and re- the movement of more than 600 to handle more than 750 containers 18th CSSB and the ACE helps to
validated their abilities to accom- containers and 318 pallets of ammu- and 450 pallets or 250,000 pounds set a sturdy foundation for mutually
plish their war-time missions, nition. The exercise also saved the of ammunition. Such positive and beneficial and cost effective future
said Sgt. Christopher Duncan, an government thousands of dollars, energetic attitudes as demonstrated ACE-Hammer missions.
17th Air Force performs mission in Africa
by Senior Airman Stefanie Torres workload of the previous models, increasing mis- more fuel efficient as well,” Mr. Simmons said.
17th Air Force Public Affairs sion capability. Brig. Gen. Michael Callan, the Ultimately, this mission was only a beginning.
vice commander at 17th AF, recently experienced J-model crews here were excited at the challenge
The first C-130J Super Hercules mission in these capabilities first hand. He flew one of the presented by supporting AFAFRICA.
support of U.S. Air Forces Africa, or 17th Air 37th AS’s new J-models from the Lockheed- “The increased missions will be a challenge,
Force, opened up doors to a future partnership Martin plant in Marietta, Ga. to Ramstein but we are excited to take this on,” Major May
of support between the 86th Airlift Wing and Dec. 23. said.
upcoming missions into Africa. “The J-model is a significant
The mission’s aircraft commander, Maj. Robert improvement over the C-130H and
May of the 37th Airlift Squadron, and his crew E-models,” General Callan said. “Its
were tasked to fly into Mali Dec. 19 to bring range and enhanced payload will make
home 17 troops who were assisting with training the 86th Airlift Wing even more capa-
Malian forces. ble of supporting missions in Africa.
The significance of this mission is two-fold, We’re very lucky to have the 86th so
Major May explained. close.”
“First, we now recognize the capability of the The general’s sentiments were
J-model aircraft,” he said. “I really believe that echoed by Lockheed-Martin.
the J-model is uniquely going to show our capa- “The C-130J is the most advanced
bilities in Africa. Second, this shows we can sup- tactical airlifter in the world,” said
port the guys on the ground with a very reliable Peter Simmons, communications
aircraft.” director for C-130 programs for
The C-130J is the latest addition to the C-130 Lockheed-Martin. “The newly formed
fleet, replacing aging C-130Es. The 86th AW is mission in support of Africa Command
the first wing outside the U.S. to have the C-130J has given us yet another opportunity to
assigned. The unit began receiving the Super see how this aircraft can operate in a
Hercules in April 2009, and in late December testing environment. Yet, the aircraft is
took delivery of the 10th and 11th aircraft in ideally suited for the missions flown on
the fleet of 14 to be assigned to the 37th AS and the African continent.”
86th AW. The maximum load of the C-130J
“AFAFRICA will be able to call on the 37th AS is 45,000 pounds. However, a bigger
to support the mission,” said the major. “I know aircraft doesn’t necessarily mean a big-
this is something our aircrews look forward to.” ger crew. This cargo plane only needs
The J-model has six-blade propellers, new tur- a minimum of three crew members
boprop engines and is larger than previous mod- compared to five on the older models,
els. It climbs faster and higher, has a longer range he explained.
at a higher cruise speed, and takes off and lands “With a 20,000-pound payload, the
in a shorter distance. aircraft can fly more than 4,000 nauti-
The J-model can also perform three times the cal miles and is well over 15 percent
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weekend
AADD
statistics
Dec. 20 Dec. 25 Dec. 31 – 13 volunteers, 50 lives saved
6 a.m.: An Airman was apprehended in 9:15 a.m.: An Air Force
Kaiserslautern for DUI. Investigation revealed civilian reported a theft of personal
the Airman drove into a ditch. property in Ramstein-Miesenbach.
1:08 p.m.: A SNCO reported someone unlaw- Investigation revealed two iPods, several DVDs 12:56 p.m.: An Army NCO reported a theft of
fully entered his vehicle in Mackenbach. and a bottle of perfume were stolen from a personal property in Kaiserslautern. Investigation
Investigation revealed the vehicle was unsecured secured vehicle. revealed a navigation system, a luggage bag and
and a camera, a camera bag and a navigation sys- a vehicle registration were stolen from a secured
Dec. 26
tem were stolen. vehicle.
8:26 a.m.: An Army NCO was apprehended for
Dec. 21 Dec. 30
DUI in Kaiserslautern. The NCO was involved
9:10 a.m.: An Army NCO was involved in a in a traffi c accident and when Polizei arrived on 2:52 a.m.: An Airman was apprehended in
major traffi c accident in Otterberg. Investigation scene, they detected a strong odor of alcohol. Landstuhl for being drunk and disorderly. A
revealed the cause of the accident was inattentive 11:13 p.m.: An Army SNCO was apprehended civilian reported the Airman was belligerent and
driving. for an assault on a local national on Vogelweh. kicked out the civilian’s tail light.
12 p.m.: An Air Force civilian was involved 8:21 a.m.: A civilian reported an attempted
Dec. 27
in a major traffi c accident in Einsiedlerhof. breaking and entering at the Service Credit Union
Investigation revealed the cause of the accident 7:20 a.m.: An Army NCO was apprehended on Kleber Kaserne.
was inattentive driving. for DUI in Kaiserslautern. When Polizei pulled
Dec. 31
6:20 p.m.: An Air Force NCO reported some- the NCO over, they detected a strong odor of
one stole his dog in Schopp. alcohol. 11:12 a.m.: A Soldier reported fraud.
8 a.m.: A Soldier was apprehended for DUI in Investigation revealed an unknown person stole
Dec. 22
Kaiserslautern. When Polizei pulled the Soldier his personal information and used it to purchase
5:01 a.m.: An Airman was involved in a major over, they detected a strong odor of alcohol. items in the United States.
traffi c accident near Kaiserslautern. Investigation
Dec. 28 Jan. 1
revealed a vehicle was traveling on the wrong
side of the road. The Airman tried to avoid the car 5 a.m.: An Airman reported a major traffi c acci- 6:30 a.m.: A Soldier was apprehended for
and crashed into a ditch. dent in Kaiserslautern. Investigation revealed the assault and attempted burglary in Bann.
Airman was traveling too fast for conditions. 7:17 a.m.: A civilian was apprehended for
Dec. 23
wrongful sexual contact in Schrollbach.
Dec. 29
1:03 a.m.: An Airman reported another Airman
Jan. 2
was damaging government property on Kapaun. 2:40 a.m.: An NCO reported a major traffi c
The Airman was under the infl uence of alcohol accident in Jettenbach. Investigation revealed the 5:11 p.m.: A Soldier was apprehended for
and had to be treated on scene for alcohol poi- NCO was driving inattentively. assault in Weilerbach.
soning. 8:33 a.m.: An Army civilian reported a theft
Jan. 3
of personal property on LRMC. Investigation
Dec. 24
revealed the civilian had an iPod stolen from his 2:42 a.m.: A Soldier was apprehended for
8:01 a.m.: An Army civilian reported a major locker. assault in Kaiserslautern.
traffi c accident in Steinalben. Investigation 12:20 p.m.: An Airman reported a major traffi c 10:20 a.m.: An Air Force SNCO reported a
revealed she was traveling too fast for road con- accident near Niedermohr. Investigation revealed major traffi c accident near Leipzig. Investigation
ditions. the Airman was driving inattentively. revealed the SNCO was driving inattentively.
Closures
Vogelweh Chapel, travel to Kapaun and return volunteer. To volunteer, call the garrison’s
The KMC Housing Offi ce will be closed to the chapel. Refreshments will be provided ACS Army Volunteer Core coordinator Ellen
e from 7:30 to 10 a.m. Tuesday for train- by the USO. For more information, call Sgt. Summey at 493-4232 or 0631-3406-4232
ing. Customer service hours will resume at 1st Class Kenya Dugger at 0631-413-7236 or or outreach coordinator Selinda Torbert at
t 10. The housing offi ce will also be closed 484-7236. 493-4062 or 0631-3406-4062.
o Jan. 18 for an American holiday. Normal
Choir rehearsals resume
hours will resume at 7:30 a.m. Jan. 19.
Short story competition
The Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir
N
Dr. King march, observance
will resume rehearsals from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. The Air Force Services Agency conducts a
A Martin Luther King Jr. march and obser- Tuesday. If interested, visit www.sing-rpic.de short story competition until Feb. 14 as part
vance will take place from 1 to 2:30 p.m. or call Sharon Franklin at 0171-773-4278. of the Year of the Air Force Family.
e Thursday at the Vogelweh Chapel. This is an opportunity for Airmen to express
Volunteers needed
The event, which is hosted by the 21st what living the Air Force life means to them,
k Theater Sustainment Command’s Equal U.S. Army Garrison Kaiserslautern needs their family and their friends. The subject of
Opportunity Offi ce, will feature Kali Holmes, volunteers for its 27th Special Olympics the short story is “The Air Force is a great
a who will perform a musical tribute to Dr. King; Spring Games May 12 at the German Police place to live, work and play.” Entries must be
guest speaker Sgt. Maj. James Stewart, the Academy in Enkenbach-Alsenborn. 300 words or less.
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21st TSC Chaplain’s Offi ce sergeant major; All volunteers must be registered with For details and to enter, visit www.
and a freedom march that will begin at the the garrison’s Army Community Service to myairforcelife.com.
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CHANGE OF COMMAND, from Page 1
vehicles, weapons and equipment; setting up repair centers,
warehouses and distribution systems on Iraqi army bases;
and rebuilding water infrastructure in the drought-prone
Ninawa province.
Soldiers from the 16th Sust. Bde. conducted more than
8,000 convoys in Iraq, providing sustainment support to
U.S. and coalition forces, including more than 150 million
gallons of fuel, 11,000 tons of rations and 10 million cases
of bottled water.
Guest speaker Maj. Gen. Patricia E. McQuistion, 21st
TSC commanding general, congratulated Colonel Pitts and
the Soldiers of the 16th Sust. Bde. for their accomplish-
ments.
“I thank you all for your service to our nation and for your
service in promoting a free and democratic government in
Iraq,” General McQuistion said. “Your extraordinary con-
tributions have paved the way for our future, and eventual
mission accomplishment in Iraq.”
General McQuistion said the brigade’s efforts were essen- Command Sgt. Maj. James E. Spencer (left), 16th Sustainment Brigade command sergeant major, accepts the brigade
colors from Col. Keith Sledd (facing away), 16th Sust. Bde. incoming commander, during a change of command
tial to the Army’s mission in Northern Iraq.
ceremony Dec. 16 at the Freedom Fitness Facility in Bamberg, Germany. Colonel Sledd takes over for Col. Martin
“The brigade was critical in assisting both the 1st Armored B. Pitts (second from right), 16th Sust. Bde. outgoing commander. Colonel Pitts led the 16th Sust. Bde., the only
Division and the 25th Infantry Division in maintaining a 96 sustainment brigade in Europe, from activation on July 16, 2007, through a 15-month deployment to Northern Iraq
percent readiness rate on more than 21,000 combat systems and through redeployment and reintegration.
by managing three direct support maintenance facilities that completed over “I would like to thank the great Soldiers standing before us today who
14,000 work orders,” she said. represent the next ‘greatest generation,’ who have volunteered to carry the
General McQuistion said she was saying farewell to Colonel Pitts, but load and defend our nation,” he said.
also welcoming him. Colonel Pitts will move on to the 21st TSC. Colonel Sledd is married to the former Wendy Rene Droze of Crowder,
Colonel Sledd, who served as the director of plans and operations at the Okla., and they have a 27-year-old daughter, Jennifer. Mrs. Sledd was named
Army Sustainment Command, Rock Island Arsenal, Ill., prior to assum- the 2007 U.S. Army Garrison Schweinfurt Outstanding Agency Volunteer
ing command of the 16th Sust. Bde., said he was proud to lead the 16th of the Year and the 2008 Schweinfurt Family Readiness Group Volunteer of
Sust. Bde. the Year and is a recipient of the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal.
ORE, from Page 1 exercise and keep up to date with
their Airman’s Manual.
ploded ordnances,” said Airman 1st “The best thing to do is talk to the
Class Jared Wallace, 1st Combat people who were out there in Phase
Communications Squadron airfield II and ask them what they learned,”
systems technician. “They simulated Major Pontiff said. “Open up your
chemical attacks, injured Airmen and Airman’s Manual and start think-
UXOs in proximity of our areas. ing about where to go if you have
It was a great refresher of what I to evacuate your building because
learned in basic training, and I think of an exercise inject or real-world
I’m better prepared for deployment incident. That’s why we’re excited
now.” about the opportunity to exercise
Although winter weather set in at the base, because it has real-world
the beginning of the Phase II exer- applications. For those who haven’t
cise, Airmen kept up a positive out- reviewed evacuation plans, entry-
look through the freezing conditions. control point procedures or shelter-
“There was an excellent level of in-place procedures for their build-
motivation, good morale and positive ings, it is a good time to review those
attitudes,” Major Pontiff said. “That actions. They will be the procedures
sometimes is the difference between we will evaluate in the next exercise.
a satisfactory and an excellent. If This upcoming exercise will allow
you’re trying your best, taking every- the wings to apply information in the
Staff Sgt.
thing seriously and really charging Airman’s Manual to work centers” Jonathan
into the fight, it will show.” And as always, attitude is para- Jones and
As members of the 86th AW and mount. Senior
Airman Joel
435th AGOW move out of the exer- “We’ve got a long nine months
Halpin, 86th
cise and into the new year, they are until the ORI is here, but if we main- Maintenance
also moving into another set of exer- tain the positive attitude we saw in Squadron,
cises scheduled to ramp up at the this last ORE and carry that through utilize the
buddy system
end of January in preparation for the to the inspection, then we’ll be in
to decontam-
September 2010 operational readi- a great position when the inspec- inate each
ness inspection. tor general’s team evaluates us,” the other during
To get ready for the ORE, Ramstein major said. an exercise
scenario
members should get together with The next exercise is scheduled for
Dec. 15 on
those who participated in this past Jan. 25 through Feb. 5. Ramstein.
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A high-tech “beer barrel”
by Dr. Marshall Michel a conventional throttle.
86th Airlift Wing historian To maximize the power, the prototype
D.III was fi tted with a large two-bladed
While the winner of the January 1918 fi ghter propeller and long undercarriage so the
competition for the German air force was the prop could clear the ground, but this made
immortal Fokker D VII, another fi ghter was a the D. 111 easy to fl ip over when landing
close second and more of a technological break- on a grass strip and hard to handle on the
through. This fi ghter was the Siemens Schuckert ground, so the confi guration was changed
Werke (SSW) DIII (yes, the same Siemens to a innovative four-blade propeller and
company) and its breakthrough was the contra- shorter landing gear. Photo from the author’s collection
rotating rotary engine. From the outside, the SSW D.III was An early SSW D. III is seen here.
The rotary engine seems distinctly odd today, a short, stubby biplane dubbed the “fl ying beer sible for, after elimination of the present faults,
but it was the engine of choice for many World barrel,” but its unconventional engine gave it per- it is likely to be become one of our most useful
War I fi ghters. The rotary’s crankcase and cyl- formance that belied its appearance, especially fi ghter aircraft.”
inders, with the propeller attached, rotated in its its phenomenal rate of climb (for the time) and The problem was that the Siemens Halske
entirety, instead of just turning the propeller shaft. high altitude performance of the high compres- engine, like all rotary engines, used castor oil
This provided many advantages: smooth running, sion engine. It could reach more than 26,000 feet, for a lubricant. But castor oil was in short supply
excellent cooling and, best of all, high power for about 1,200 feet higher than the Fokker VII’s because of the British naval blockade, and the
low weight. maximum altitude, and at heights above 13,120 Voltol-based synthetic substitute was inadequate
The disadvantages were that there was no feet was considered faster and more maneuver- for engine lubrication.
throttle, per se – power was controlled by cutting able than D.VII. Once the lubricating oil problem was solved,
fuel to the engine with a “bleep switch” – and The German air force placed an order for the Siemens Halske passed a full 40-hour endur-
the major problem, torque. The torque of the an initial batch of 50 D.IIIs, which arrived by ance test in June 1918 and the SSW fi ghters began
spinning cylinders made rotary engine fi ghters the end of February 1918. They were sent to to return to the front. During the time Siemens
like the Sophwith Camel and Fokker Triplane Jagdgeschwader II for evaluation, where it was had modifi ed the D. IIIs to the D. IV with a differ-
able to turn incredibly fast in one direction, but well liked by German pilots for its high rate of ent tail fi n, a cut away engine cowling for better
the torque put a clear limit on how big a rotary climb, vital in a dogfi ght, and because it could engine cooling, and balanced ailerons
could be, since the torque of a heavy rotary would attack enemy intruders at the then extraordinary The bulk of the fast climbing SSW D.IVs to the
simply overpower the fl ying controls. altitudes of 5,000 to 6,000 meters. home defense squadrons, but of the 280 ordered
The obvious advantages of the rotary led However, the D.111 was soon plagued by only 123 were completed by the end of the war.
Harald Wolff, the chief designer at the Siemens problems with it revolutionary Siemens Halske Still, in October 1918 it was offi cially described
company, to try and offset the torque with a bi- engine. After less than 10 hours of normal run- as “superior by far to all single-seaters in use.”
rotary engine. This engine, the Siemens Halske ning, the engines began to overheat, the pis- At the end of the war, the Allies were anx-
rotary, differed from traditional rotaries in that tons seized and the cylinder heads disintegrated, ious to try this little fi ghter but found, as many
the crankshaft rotated in one direction at 900 resulting in complete destruction of the engine. German front line pilots had found, it was tricky
rpm, while the crankcase and cylinders rotated The D. IIIs were withdrawn from service and to land. The fi rst three Allied pilots to fl y SSW D.
in the opposing direction, also at 900 rpm, for a replaced by Fokker D.VIIs while the problem was IVs after the Armistice found themselves hanging
combined RPM of 1,800. examined. upside down by their shoulder harnesses a few
The engine was rated at 160 horsepower and Rudolf Berthold, the commander of seconds after touchdown when the SSW fl ipped
maintained this power at high altitude due to a Jagdgeschwader II, was not happy, saying that over! The SSW D.III/IVs were marked down by
high compression ratio. The torque was almost when it worked the combination of SSW D.III the Allies as an “airplane of potential threat” and
eliminated; this allowed a slower propeller speed airframe and Sh.III engine was “faultless” and almost all surviving machines were completely
for the same power and, as a bonus, it also used a asking that “the Siemens fi ghter be made avail- destroyed in 1919.
normal carburetor, which could be controlled by able again for front-line use as quickly as pos- (Dr. Michel is currently deployed downrange.)
Energy Tip Corner
First Sergeants’ Corner
ship between the United States
Volunteerism and our allied countries. These energy-saving tips are provided by
How important is volun- There are many oppor-
HQ USAFE Civil Engineer Operations Office
teerism for military members? tunities to serve the local
Military volunteers provide community here in Germany.
and will run on a biweekly basis.
essential work in the com- To fi nd out what opportuni-
munities. They also enhance ties are available, contact
a strong military/community your local United Service Many appliances continue to draw a small amount of power even when they
relationship that is always Organizations, the American are switched off . These “phantom” loads occur in most appliances that use
important. Red Cross, the Fisher House electricity, such as DVD players, televisions, stereos, computers and kitchen
Volunteerism is even more at Landstuhl Regional Medical appliances. In the average home, 75 percent of the electricity used to power
important when assigned to an Center or ask the leadership home electronics and appliances is consumed while the products are turned
overseas location. Volunteering in your squadron. off . This can be avoided by unplugging the appliance or using a power strip
in an overseas community can Be visible in your commu- and using the switch on the power strip to cut all power to the appliance.
help strengthen the relation- nity ... volunteer!
January 8, 2010 Kaiserslautern American Page 7
USAF, Israeli AF work hand-in-hand
Story and photo by Airman hopefully, they can also learn from
1st Class Alexandria Mosness us. It is all about cooperation.”
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs The collaboration between
the two countries extended from
NEVATIM AIR FORCE the lowest ranking to the highest
BASE, Israel — Several Ramstein and left a good impression on all
units, in partnership with Israeli involved.
military members, concluded their “Although we kept busy, it
exercise here with high spirits. was an opportunity to see another
The 10-day exercise held part of the world,” said Senior
Dec. 1 through 10 brought Airman Jacyln Nahahbedian, 86th
Ramstein Airmen from units Operations Support Squadron
such as the 435th Contingency aircrew fl ight equipment. “The
Response Group and 37th Airlift Israelis were not only accepting of
Squadron, each doing their part us, but also very nice.”
whether it be preparing the base The exercise was not only a
of training on the C-130J Super chance to work with the host nation
Hercules. forces, but it also made Airmen
“Thank you very much for A U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules lands at Nevatim Air Force Base, Israel, Dec. 6. Ramstein units thankful for their co-workers.
the effort everyone put in,” said. participated in a 10-day training exercise to accomplish training requirements because of the strict air “My favorite part was work-
restrictions in Germany.
Lt. Col. Patrick Dabrowski, ing with my airfi eld colleague,”
commander of the Israel off-station training. kept things running smoothly.” Sergeant Smith said. “We managed operations on
“The training was a success. We were able to hit The Israeli Air Force was also able to gain the ground and in the air for the training, and we
the dirt landing 57 times, complete two static- information from the visit. worked well as a team.”
line jumps and one high-altitude-low-opening “We were able to provide briefi ngs and As the exercise progressed, teamwork was a
jump.” orientations to the Israelis about the C-130J,” the key part.
For those involved, the exercise provided colonel said. “Our bond has grown stronger over “The Israeli Air Force was very forthcom-
everyone the chance to hone in on their respec- these last 10 days.” ing and orienting,” said. Tech. Sgt. Jeff Vogel,
tive skills. The Israeli Air Force will be able to put this 435th Contingency Response Group contingency
“This was a very productive mission,” said guidance about the C-130J Super Hercules to aircraft controller. “If we were to deploy, this
Tech. Sgt. Shawn Smith, 435th Contingency good use when they get one in the near future. training allows us to integrate our way of busi-
Response Group contingency airfi eld manager. “The J-model has absolutely changed what ness, and be prepared in the future to work with
“We had the opportunity to train with our allies we are used to with the E-model, and it is very them.”
in a more permissive environment than what we different from what we have,” said Israeli Air Going to a new nation might have many anx-
are used to in Germany.” Force commander Rami Lieberman, pilot and ious, but the Israelis showed Americans there was
Without the complete effort of everyone loadmaster. nothing to worry about.
involved, the exercise could not achieved a From briefi ngs, to interaction between “Their hospitality was one of a kind,” Sergeant
favorable outcome. Americans and Israelis, one bond was certain. Vogel said.
“We wouldn’t have been able to do it without “We are all Airmen,” Colonel Lieberman said. Bring along three C-130J Super Hercules, more
maintenance, who kept the planes running, so “We all speak the same language, whether it is than 100 member of Team Ramstein contributed
we could accomplish our training,” said Colonel Hebrew or English, in the air it is the C-130.We their skills and teamwork to make this training
Dabrowski. “The CRG fi lled in the seams and can learn a lot from what the Americans do, and such a success.
Norwegian team
observes AE mission
Patient movement clinical coordinator Maj. Geraldine
Nelson shares details about the transfer of critical care
patients to Lt. Geir Sigerstad, a Norwegian air force
aeromedical evacuation coordinator, on a C-17
Globemaster delivering patients to Ramstein Dec.
15. Lieutenant Sigerstad was joined by a Norwegian
delegation of fi ve medical offi cers that included fl ight
surgeon Maj. Geir B. Nesheim (third from left) and AE
coordinator Maj. Ronny Hovland (far right) to observe
the patient movement process at Ramstein. Major
Nelson is assigned to Ramstein’s Theatre Patient
Movement Requirement Center Europe and the
Norwegian delegation represents Norwegian Armed
Forces Medical Services based in Oslo, Norway.
Photo by Master Sgt. Scott Wagers
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Motivational speaker inspires USAFE Airmen
by Airman 1st Class it gets forgotten when you are stuck in your
Alexandria Mosness day-to-day tasks. I want to give the feeling
86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs of inspiration.”
He also wanted to remind Airmen that
M
otivational speaker Simon Sinek every little piece matters. Even the small-
visited Ramstein Jan. 5 to 16 est wheel of the machine is needed because
during a trip stopping at bases without it, the whole machine will stop func-
throughout U.S. Air Forces in Europe. tioning.
Ramstein was the first stop for Mr. Sinek, “What the Air Force is doing is impres-
who was made famous for developing “The sive; every person and the job they do
Golden Circle,” a concept that teaches lead- creates the whole,” he added.
ers and companies how to inspire people And for those at Ramstein, his message
to buy or support any product, company or certainly made a lasting impression.
idea. “What fascinated me the most about
He’s spoken with leaders from the Pentagon Simon Sinek was the fact he had no
to the United Nations, to Hollywood through- Photo by Master Sgt. Quinton T. Burris military background, but everything he said
out the United States and around the world. Brig. Gen. Mark Dillon, 86th Airlift Wing commander, shakes hands with fit exactly into the military theory,” said Chief
Simon Sinek, a motivational speaker who will speak to Airmen today on
And when the opportunity arose to come Master Sgt. Keith Brown, 86th Maintenance
Ramstein.
speak to military members in Europe, he said Group superintendent. “We had mass com-
he just has one rule. Force is always thinking about the future.” mander’s calls before hearing Mr. Sinek, and our
“Whenever the military calls on me, I will And through his visit, he hopes to enhance the people told us if they knew why they were doing
always answer,” he said. Air Force future in Europe by focusing on the what they were doing, they would have no prob-
However, Mr. Sinek has not always been concept “Why?” lem with it. When I heard Mr. Sinek speak and
involved with the Air Force. “Why do we do what we do?” Mr. Sinek ques- preach the ‘Why?’ it affirmed everything we had
Mr. Sinek said he one spoke with a co-worker tioned. “People will generally say how and what just gone through.”
of his, who told him she had a meeting with the they do, but can’t put into words the ‘Why?’” Not only did Chief Brown learn more about the
Air Force. Automatically, all he could think of Although it might seem like a simple answer, power of “Why?” but he also took away a great
was the jets because he wanted to fly as a child Mr. Sinek says it’s often overlooked and not respect for Mr. Sinek, he said.
and asked her if he could go with her. That emphasized as much as it should be. “I would definitely recommend him to
moment three years ago started his interaction “Many people don’t think about it, and while it everyone,” Chief Butler said. “It was a very
with the Air Force and his intense respect for all seems obviously simple, once you understand the interesting discussion.”
servicemembers, he said. why, you will be able to understand people more After his visit to Ramstein, Mr. Sinek will
Though speaking to world leaders, top business clearly,” he said. speak at Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, and
CEOs and big-time politicians may seem quite In addition to focusing more on the “Why?,” Aviano Air Base, Italy.
exciting, Mr. Sinek said getting to speak to mili- Mr. Sinek also hopes Airmen will take away Those interested in hearing Mr. Sinek’s mes-
tary members is what he considers one of those something else from his visit. sage but are unable to attend any of his scheduled
special occasions. “I want to remind you all of why you do what speaking engagements, can look for any of this
“With great certainty, the people in the Air you do,” he added. “When you first enlisted in the three published books or check out some of his
Force are the smartest and most open-minded Air Force, you got goose bumps. I want to be able speaking clips at www.startwithwhy.com/What/
people I have come across,” he said. “The Air to bring that feeling back,” he said. “Sometimes WhyU/LearnfromSimon.aspx.
Kaiserslautern employee recounts 50 years of service
by Christine June Putting these employees’ contribution into Ga., before attending automotive training at Fort
USAG Kaiserslautern perceptive, Colonel Hutchison cited worldwide Jackson, S.C. Most of his 27-year Army career
events that occurred just two years after Mr. was spent in Germany, and he also completed a
Robert Campbell was drafted in the U.S. Army Campbell started serving in the Army as an auto- tour in Vietnam.
on May 3, 1957, and 52 years later, he is still motive mechanic: For his “whole career,” he was an Army auto-
serving his country. • Alaska and Hawaii were admitted to the motive mechanic. He retired from the Army in
He was one of 60 employees honored for Union, becoming the 49th and 50th states. 1984.
their length of service Dec. 16 at U.S. Army • Fidel Castro came to power in Cuba creating “I would’ve stayed longer (in the Army), but
Garrison Kaiserslautern’s awards ceremony at the first communist country in the West. I had both of my hips replaced,” he said. “I’ve
the Kaiserslautern Community Activity Center on • Mattel’s Barbie doll was launched. really enjoyed my government career – I’m going
Daenner Kaserne. • The U.S. Grammy Music Awards started. to keep going as long as I can.”
Mr. Campbell, who works with the garrison’s Every time the commander listed these and He met his wife in Germany in 1958, and they
Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation other major events, Mr. Campbell leaned over to were married in 1961. They have twin 47-year-
Directorate, was the only recipient for the 50-Year his wife of 48 years, Helga, and said, “Yes, that’s old daughters and a 35-year-old son.
Length of Service Award, which was given to right,” in a tone of amazement that also seemed Showing emotion in her eyes and voice, Mrs.
those with service of five to 50 years. to fall over the audience. Campbell said, “I’m glad I was here. (The award
“Our awardees honored today have given 1,160 “I was born and raised on a farm in New York ceremony) was very nice and relaxing, you know,
years of service,” said the USAGK Commander State, but the state wasn’t big enough to hold me not stiff at all.”
Lt. Col. Kevin Hutchison, during his speech to so I was drafted,” said the Vietnam veteran. “I Employees of the quarter and certificate of
more than 200 attendees. “Imagine all the contri- have been in the Army ever since 1957.” merit for safety were also awarded at the cer-
butions they have made and advancements they While Elvis Presley was still in the Army, Mr. emony. Entertainment was provided by the
helped to realize during their time.” Campbell attended boot camp at Fort Benning, Kaiserslautern High School Jazz band.
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POTLIGHT ON TH ERVICES
ARTS & CRAFTS Vogelweh • Bldg 2050• 489-7626 RTT
Bldg 552 • 480-6534 • Designer Bag Bingo: 8 Jan, 1800 KMCC • 480-6330
• Intermediate Crochet (dolls): $25 • Bounce House: 12 Jan, 1200-1500 • Rhine River Castles: 9 & 14 Jan
14 Jan, 1000-1130 • Indoor Flea Market: 16 Jan, 0930-1300 • Amsterdam & more: 10 Jan
• Prague & Karlovy Vary: 15-16 Jan
AQUATIC CENTER ENLISTED CLUB
Bldg 422 • 478-7665 Bldg 2140• 480-2333 YOUTH CENTER
• Teen Night: 8 Jan • Capt. Morgan Party: 15 Jan, 2100
Ramstein Bldg 428 • 480-6444
• Family Fun Day: 16 Jan
OFFICERS’ CLUB • Computer Tech Lock-In: 8 Dec,
BOWLING CENTER Bldg 302• 480-2824 2200-070, $20
Ramstein • Bldg 2139 • First Friday in Wings Lounge:
Vogelweh Bldg 1057 • 489-6504
• 480-5547 8 Jan, 1530
• Kids’ Night Out: 8 Jan, 1830-2130
• Men’s 9 Pin No Tap: 1-31 Jan, $10
LIBRARY INFORMATION SYSTEMS TEEN CENTER
Vogelweh • Bldg 2060 Bldg 409• 480-6667
Ramstein Bldg 411 • 480-3099
• 489-6543/7795
• Story Time: Every Wednesday,
• Keystone Sponsored Lock-In: 22 Jan,
• King of the Hill: 10 Jan, $40, sign up at
1000-1045
2200-0700, $20
1200, bowl at 1300
• Youth / Adult Scotch Doubles: 16 Jan, OUTDOOR RECREATION Vogelweh Bldg 2059 • 489-6155
$10, sign up at 1200, bowl at 1300 KMCC • 480-5705 • Spaghetti Dinner hosted by Smart Girls:
COMMUNITY CENTER • Single Service Members Outdoor/Indoor 8 Jan, 1630-1900
Ski/Snowboard: 9 Jan, $35 • Keystone Big Brother/Big Sister Program:
Ramstein Bldg 412 • 480-6600
• Family Fun Day-Snow Play: 10 Jan, 13 Jan, 1600-1700
• Flea Market: 9 Jan, 1000
$20 per adult, $10 per child • Teen Party: 15 Jan
• Family Night: 11 Jan, 1730-1900
• Kids Aqua Climb: 11 & 14 Jan,
• Play Group: 13 Jan, 1000-1200
1000-1600, $20
• Ski & Snowboard Weekend in Switzerland:
15-18 Jan, $295
Wednesday
Morning League
6 Jan-24 March 1000-1200
Vogelweh Bowling Center
Family Night
11 January 1730-1900
Ramstein Community Center
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Community Bank
raises $23,000
for Landstuhl
Fisher Houses
W
hen challenged with a fundraising
project in early August, Community
Bank associates around the world
came together to raise $23,000 for the
Landstuhl Fisher Houses. Law offices from Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands pose for a photo with Maj. Gen. Patricia E. McQuistion, 21st
Community Bank associates have always taken Theater Sustainment Command commanding general, after being presented the Judge Advocate General Award for
Excellence in Claims Support and the Army Chief of Staff Award for Excellence in Legal Assistance for fiscal year 2008.
pride in supporting the communities they serve, and in
just a few weeks raised funds with the goal of giving a
21st TSC JAG offices win
one-time donation to the Landstuhl Fisher Houses.
Associates enthusiastically organized bake sales,
lunch plate sales, rummage sales and events to raise
funds. multiple Army-level awards
“Community Bank associates clearly demonstrated
their commitment and dedication to our community
and our country. By donating their time and efforts to
raise this money in support of our wounded warriors
and their families, they demonstrated great leadership Story and photo by Sgt. Fay Conroy of predeployment and reintegration exercises
during these uncertain times,” said Vivian Wilson, 21st TSC Public Affairs also solidifies their commitment to helping
manager of the houses, when presented with the dona- Soldiers within their units.
F
tion at Community Bank’s leadership meeting Oct. 21 or the second consecutive year, the For an office to run smoothly and
in Mainz, Germany. “Know that your kindness and 21st Theater Sustainment Command efficiently, it’s important that they work
generosity is greatly appreciated by servicemembers Judge Advocate General’s office has together well.
who are undergoing medical crises. On behalf of the won eight Department of the Army JAG “We can depend on each other,” said Martina
Landstuhl Fisher Houses, we thank you.” awards. Berndt, a claims examiner with 21 years of
The two Landstuhl Fisher Houses offer “homes Four DA-level awards were presented to experience who works at the Kaiserslautern
away from home” at no cost to family members of the 21st TSC’s JAG office in the Judge Legal Services Center on Kleber Kaserne.
active-duty or retired servicemembers being treated at Advocate General Award for Excellence in “Basically, one hand knows what the other is
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, allowing families Claims Support for fiscal year 2008, and four doing.”
to offer support to each other and their loved ones dur- more awards were presented to the 21st TSC’s The Kaiserslautern Legal Services Center
ing difficult times. JAG office for the Army Chief of Staff Award sees between 50 and 70 cases a day, and they
Given as a gift from the Fisher House Foundation, for Excellence in Legal Assistance for fiscal handle all non-criminal legal issues such as
the houses are owned, operated and maintained by the year 2008. contracts, divorce proceedings, wills, adop-
Department of the Army, under the Army Fisher House Four 21st TSC law centers won the award tion, and credit or debt issues. During tax
Program. for claims support. They are the Kaiserslautern season, the tax center processes about 2,200
Community Bank, operated by Bank of America, Legal Services Center, the Mannheim Law federal returns and 1,400 state returns.
supports the Department of Defense Overseas Military Center, the Netherlands Law Center and the The claims office handles claims made
Banking Program, which provides stateside-like bank- Northern Law Center. Four 21st TSC law cen- when a Soldier has household goods that
ing products and services to authorized customers. ters also won the award for legal support. They may have been damaged while in transit from
Community Bank has nearly 80 banking centers are the Kaiserslautern Legal Services Center, another duty station or when the Army causes
and more than 300 ATMs in Germany, the United the Mannheim Law Center, the Netherlands damage such as an Army vehicle gets into an
Kingdom, the Netherlands, Italy, Japan, Korea, Diego Law Center and the Stuttgart Law Center. accident on the autobahn.
Garcia, Guantanamo Bay, Honduras and Kwajalein “It’s the quality of people who work here,” “We have a very good tracking system,”
Atoll. said Mark Christensen, chief of client services said Karin Jordan, a claims examiner with
Since its inception in 2001, the Landstuhl Fisher at the Kaiserslautern Legal Services Center 10 years experience who also works at the
Houses have supported more than 7,906 families of on Kleber Kaserne. “They are the cream of Kaiserslautern Legal Services Center. “If one
which 2,119 have come from Operation Enduring crop. They are devoted, driven and patriotic; person makes a mistake, the other picks it up.
Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom. The houses have it makes our job a lot easier.” We work as a team, and we work well as a
also supported 27 coalition countries during its fami- In addition to their regular duties in the team.”
lies’ times of need. legal support and claims offices, they also Ms. Jordan could not remember ever losing
The Landstuhl Fisher Houses depend greatly on tackle additional duties such as the tax assis- a claim.
charitable donations and volunteer hours of individu- tance program and put out preventive law “The awards are just an example of fall-
als and organizations for day-to-day operations and publications. Their work with the Overseas ing into line with 21st TSC’s motto: ‘First in
special projects. Deployment Training program for Judge Support!’” said Stephen Smith, chief of Client
For more information about the Landstuhl Advocate General reservists based in the Services Division, Office of the Staff Judge
Fisher House, call 06371-61833-11 or visit www. U.S. who are mobilized to serve in Germany, Advocate for 21st TSC. “When you win
fisherhouse-landstuhl.org. their work with the Soldiers who belong to this many awards it’s not just a motto, it’s a
(Courtesy of the Landstuhl Fisher House) the Warrior Transition Unit, and their support reality. The 21st TSC sets the standard.”