Officials with the 86th Airlift Wing at Ramstein AB, Germany, visited their “sister” wing—the 3rd Airlift Wing at Powidz AB, Poland—in late July, cementing a bourgeoning relationship founded roughly one year ago. “This program is, for Polish armed forces, very important. We count on very good cooperation with the 86th Airlift Wing,” said Polish Col. Slawomir Zakowski, 3rd AW commander. The Poles began operating five reconditioned C-130Es last year from Powidz, seeking to enhance their airlift capabilities. The Ramstein airmen operate new C-130Js, but formerly flew some of those same C-130Es. Since establishing the partnership, the two wings have engaged in regular joint training exercises. “Our idea is to create a small Ramstein here in Powidz,” said Zakowski, outlining plans for a new port facility and modernized tarmac as his organization continues to expand. (Powidz report by SSgt. Tyrona Lawson)
Top Lawmakers Want 15 Percent Pay Raise for Enlisted Troops
April 19, 2024
A new law introduced by Congress would raise the pay rate 15 percent for junior enlisted troops and seek improvements on a range of quality of life issues, such as pay and compensation, child care, housing, health care access, and military spouse employment.