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  • 501st Combat Support Wing Change of Command 2025

    On July 25, 2025, Col. D. Landon Phillips, outgoing commander of the 501st Combat Support Wing, passed the guidon to Col. Michael J. Jewell, incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony at RAF Fairford, England. The symbolic passing of the guidon represents the transfer of leadership,

  • How an airshow brought two lives together

    When Technical Sergeant Erik Stauffer supported the 2022 Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), the world’s largest military airshow, he didn’t expect an introduction to lead to marriage.

  • One Legacy, Three Brothers

    RAF FAIRFORD, England – Across Europe, three brothers from small-town Odessa, Missouri, are living out a shared commitment to serve. Though stationed at separate bases in U.S. Air Forces in Europe, the Cobb brothers stay closely connected through travel, conversation and the quiet influence of a

  • 501st CSW proves critical asset to RAFL25

    Over the past few weeks, the 501st Combat Support Wing has played a critical role during NATO's flagship air exercise, Ramstein Flag 25 (RAFL25). 501st CSW Pathfinders delivered mission-essential infrastructure, logistics, and operational capabilities that enabled seamless integration of Allied

  • 501st Combat Support Wing fuels BTF 25-2 success

    For the 501st Combat Support Wing, supporting Bomber Task Force deployments is more than just providing a location for bomber operations – the wing creates an integrated, mission-ready environment that allows deployed aircrews and aircraft to launch into action upon arrival.The mission

  • 501st Combat Support Wing hosts BTF 25-2 at RAF Fairford

    U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortress strategic bombers from Minot Air Force Base have arrived at RAF Fairford as part of a routine Bomber Task Force-Europe deployment, underscoring the U.S.’ shared commitment to regional security and NATO’s collective defense. As USAFE's only bomber-forward operating

  • Lockheed U-2 visitor tour

    The 501st Combat Support Wing welcomed members from the Spitfire AA810 project, Boeing, and the Royal International Air Tattoo to RAF Fairford, England, Dec. 9, 2024, for a tour of the iconic Lockheed U-2. Guests gained a deeper understanding of the 501st CSW and 99th ERS missions while connecting

  • RAF Fairford 2024 Christmas tree lighting ceremony

    The annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony took place at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 27, 2024. Fairford festivities for the evening included a tree lighting ceremony, holiday cookie decorations, a hot cocoa bar and a visit from Mr. Claus and his elf.

  • Pathfinders support BTF 25-1

    Pathfinders in-process, brief and guide Airman deployed in support of Bomber Task Force Europe 25-1 at RAF Fairford, England, Nov. 6, 2024. While deployed, the unit will operate as the 20th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron and will integrate with NATO Allies and other international partners to