Airmen in Europe may go back to three-month rotation schedules

(EXCERPT) , By Charlie Coon, Stars and Stripes European edition,
Friday, August 22, 2003

RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany — Airmen in Europe might be returning to
three-month rotation schedules by spring or early summer, their top
commander said Thursday.

But Gen. Robert F. Foglesong, who took command of the U.S. Air Forces
in Europe on Aug. 12, indicated that the return to shorter assignments
won’t happen if it compromises USAFE’s ability to carry out orders.

“If it allows us to stay in condition to stay ready and keep skills
honed,” Foglesong said. “We don’t want to lea...

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