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July 11, 2025
First Stop at Incirlik: IPE

The IPE team equips Airmen for both exercises and real-world contingencies, supporting an average of 100 to 120 incoming personnel each month.
July 5, 2025
Defenders on Duty: 39th SFS Showcases Mission Readiness

On July 2, 2025, 39th Air Base Wing leadership visited the 39th Security Forces Squadron kennels to see firsthand the mission of the wing's Military Working Dogs and their handlers.
July 3, 2025
U.S. Ambassador Barrack Makes First Visit to Incirlik Air Base

U.S. Ambassador to Türkiye, Thomas Barrack, visited Incirlik Air Base for the first time, July 1, 2025, meeting with leaders, service members, and civilians from the 39th Air Base Wing.
July 2, 2025
Five Patriot Express routes closing

U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) announced Patriot Express (PE) flight service at Incirlik Air Base, Turkey; Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy; Naval Station Rota, Spain; Naval Air Station Sigonella, Italy; and Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece, will end effective October 1, 2025.
July 1, 2025
Incirlik Airman Redefines Tower Training

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Rigby, 39th Operations Support Squadron air traffic control trainer, trains Airmen using a fully immersive, 360-degree virtual reality simulator. With just a headset and a custom-designed digital airfield, he’s able to recreate high-tempo operations without needing
June 30, 2025
Heat Wave Concert Series Rocks Incirlik Air Base

On June 28, 2025, Armed Forces Entertainment hosted the Heat Wave Concert Series, bringing music, connection, and celebration at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, headlined by Bryce Vine and American Authors.
June 26, 2025
39th OSS Welcomes New Commander During Assumption of Command Ceremony

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brian Cook, 39th Operations Support Squadron incoming commander, renders his first salute to squadron members during an assumption of command ceremony at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, June 25, 2025.The first salute represents the squadron’s formal recognition of its new
June 26, 2025
Defenders Mark Leadership Transition at 39th SFS Change of Command

On June 26, 2025, the 39th Security Forces Squadron held a change of command ceremony at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, where U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. David Ratté relinquished command to Maj. Anthony Langdon.
June 24, 2025
39th Weapons System Security Group welcomes new commander

On June 24, 2025, the 39th Weapons System Security Group held a change of command ceremony at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, where U.S. Air Force Col. John Jansheski relinquished command to Col. John Szczepanski.
June 23, 2025
39th Comptroller Squadron conducts change of command ceremony

On June 18, 2025, the 39th Comptroller Squadron held a change of command ceremony at Incirlik Air Base, Türkiye, where U.S. Air Force Maj. Raymond Leinenbach relinquished command to Maj. Jimmy Padilla.

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