Command for US Air Forces in Europe formally has changed from Gen. Robert H. Foglesong to Gen. William T. Hobbins. (DR 11/10/05) At the ceremony, which took place at Ramstein AB, Germany, on Dec. 6, Hobbins praised Foglesong, particularly for overseeing the stand up of the Air Force Warfighting Headquarters and centers of excellence for expeditionary operations, air dominance, and joint fires. Hobbins also publicly lauded USAFE airmen in a commentary released by his new command.
Air Force Gen. Alexus G. Grynkewich assumed command of U.S. European Command on July 1, taking over the key assignment as the U.S. and its allies contend with a resurgent Russia and a grinding war in Ukraine.
