U.S. Airmen assigned to the 86th Dental Squadron perform tooth extraction surgery at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Jan 13, 2026. The 86th DS conducts oral surgical procedures consisting of oral assessments, tooth extraction and cleanings to ensure mission readiness in our Airmen. (U.S. Air Force video by Senior Airman Edgar Grimaldo)
The 31st Maintenance Group Country Teams received the 2025 Secretary of War Sustainment, Train, Advise, and Assist Award for strengthening partner-nation maintenance capabilities and enhancing NATO readiness across Europe throughout 2025.
The Country Teams, a section of the 31st MXG, is composed of 20 Airmen that specialize in providing support to seven specific partner nations.