 The U.S. Air Force deploys aircraft and units to Europe for training and to support geographic combatant command objectives. The U.S. Air Force also works with NATO and partner nations to address security and defense in Europe. The U.S. Air Force's deployments to Europe include B-2 Spirit, integrated with a NATO ally at Lodz's Field F-16s, deployed to Poland to bolster NATO's Eastern flank U.S. Air Forces in Europe, headquartered at Ramstein Air Base, Germany Ebbing Air National Guard Base selected for F-35 training mission. In a significant development for the United States Air Force, Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Fort Smith, Arkansas, has been chosen as the new home for a cutting-edge F-35 Lightning II training center. This facility will serve as an international training hub for F-35 pilots, marking a pivotal step in bolstering the capabilities of NATO and allied air forces. The decision to station the F-35s at Ebbing was influenced by several factors, including the base's strategic location, existing infrastructure, and airspace suitable for advanced fighter jet training. The move is expected to bring economic growth to the region, with job creation and infrastructure improvements anticipated as the base gears up to accommodate the new mission. The F-35 Lightning II is a fifth-generation fighter jet, renowned for its stealth capabilities, advanced avionics, and superior performance. The training program, at Ebbing, will prepare both U.S. and foreign pilots to master the aircraft, ensuring a cohesive and formidable air presence in international military operations.