Air Force Squadron Faces Consequences for Reckless Drinking

The 721st Aerial Port Squadron of the Air Force, based in Ramstein, Germany, has been banned from drinking outside their living quarters due to "irresponsible alcohol consumption." The new policy prohibits alcohol consumption between midnight and 6 a.m. and within eight hours of any shift. The squadron's memo states that the behavior is endangering the lives of airmen and will be aggressively addressed. Violations will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis, and the policy will be revoked when the trend is corrected. The decision may be influenced by the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine and the need for readiness.