COMMENTARY
Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Speaking from experience, Page 2
FEATURE
86th Airlift Wing celebrates Air Force Gala, Pages 10-11
CULTURE
Allerheiligen – All Saints’ Day, Page 15
October 28, 2022 | Volume 46, Number 43
Daylight saving time ends on Sunday. Germany will “fall back” 1 hour at 3 a.m. However, the United States will not “fall back” until the morning of Nov. 6. Please be aware of the time difference for the week.
FEATURE
21st TSC, US Marines, Norway build capacity for rapid RSOM, Pages 18-19
Oct. 30
FALL BACK
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Minding the Mid-Atlantic gap
The U.S. Air Force military pier can be seen behind the fuel tanks in the distance at Lajes Field, Portugal, Oct. 18. Fuel tankers dock at the pier and replenish the fuel storage tanks capable of storing 38 million gallons of fuel. Photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Jacoby
by Airman1st Class Lauren Jacoby 86th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Nestled quietly amongst the volcanic islands of the Azores Archipelago lies the island of Terceira, home to the 65th Air Base Group, Lajes Field Air Base, which is hosted on the Portuguese Air Base 4. The location of this hidden gem offers unique capabilities for the United States and allied and partner nations. “The 65th ABG enables power projection,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Shawn Littleton, 65th ABG deputy commander. “Our personnel, both military and local national, support the expeditionary movement of war fighters, warplanes, and global communications to Combatant Commanders supporting joint, coalition, and NATO operations, which extends and amplifies operational reach.” The 65th ABG is one of the 86th Airlift Wing’s geographically separated units from Ramstein Air Base and is comprised of four squadrons in both Portugal and Spain. The group plays a vital role in enabling power projection. “To execute this mission, we See GAP, Page 3
The history of Halloween Halloween is almost upon us, bringing a celebration that’s a favorite for kids and adults alike! This popular U.S. holiday is known for trick-or-treating, candy, costume parties, haunted houses, bonfires and carving jack-o-lanterns. It is filled with mystery, magic and superstition. Halloween has been observed for many centuries in some countries. Discover more about the origins of Halloween! See HALLOWEEN, Page 24
“Till” is the featured mo vie
of the week, Page 27
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