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Lawrence “Rocky” Lane - Raven #1 to change. 14 The Hanoi Pick Up You Haven’t Heard of Before Airlift/Tanker Quarterly is published for the use of subscribers, officers, advisors and members of the Airlift/Tanker Association. 15-17 Airlift on the Docket: The National Military Airlift Hearings The appearance of articles or advertisements, including inserts, in Airlift/Tanker Quarterly does not constitute an 18-27 Airlift/Tanker Association Hall of Fame endorsement by the Airlift/Tanker Association, the Air Mobility Command, the Department of the Air Force or the Department 29 2020 A/TA Awards Introduction of Defense, of the viewpoints, products or services mentioned or 30-35 Young Leadership Award Winners advertised. ©2020. Articles appearing in this publication may not be 38-42 Gen. Robert E. “Dutch” Huyser Award Winners reprinted, in any form, without prior written approval from the Airlift/ Tanker Association. 43 Col. Gail S. Halvorsen Award Winner Airlift/Tanker Quarterly is quarterly news cycle-dependent and is distributed as follows: Winter: January|February|March; 44 Specialized Mission Award Winner Spring: April|May|June; Summer: July | August | September; 45 Gen. P.K. Carlton Award for Valor Fall: October | November | December [actual distribution dates vary]. The copy deadline for submitted stories, articles, letters, 47 Gen. Ronald Fogleman ASAM Award Winner etc., is as follows: Winter: January 2nd; Spring: April 2nd; Summer: July 2nd; Fall [Convention Edition]: September 2nd. 48 Maj. Gen. James I. Baginski Air Mobility Liaison Officer (AMLO) Award Winner Airlift/Tanker Quarterly accepts advertising for the inside front, Lt. Gen. James E. Sherrard III AFRC Award Winner inside back and back covers for the Winter, Spring and Summer 51 Editions; and for throughout the Fall Convention Edition. 52 Maj. Gen. Stanley F. H. 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All Up Front Members and Chapters five categories of sponsors will be continually recognized on our Convention Agenda page and will be listed in our award-winning commanding general, will give us our Com- Quarterly Airlift/Tanker Magazine as well. If Chairman’s Comments batant Commander’s operational view. interested, please contact our vice-president I hope this finds Other keynotes being worked include, of Industry at [email protected]. you and all your our new Chief Master Sgt. Of the Air Force, loved ones healthy Chief Master Sgt. JoAnne Bass, and our total So, we have been working very hard to and well. These are force leadership, Lt. Gen. Scobee, the Chief make this Virtual Convention value added for amazing times and, of the Air Force Reserve, and Lt. Gen. Loh, our industry partners who always provide us as has always been the director of the ANG. So, a tremendous such great support. the case, our Mobil- lineup of both our officer and enlisted lead- Finally, we will also be recognizing all our ity Warriors have ership. We are in interesting and complex 2020 award winners virtually and plan to performed magnifi- times so this is an invaluable opportunity to recognize them personally at our 2021 Con- cently. Our thanks to hear directly from them. vention. This includes Col. (retired) Rocky you and your fami- We also have some great seminars lined Lane, Raven 1, our A/TA Hall of Fame In- lies for all you do. up including: well-known author and inspi- ductee, for 2020. Rocky is a great friend and Gen. Duncan McNabb, Our 52nd Airlft/ rational speaker, Simon Sinek; Nascar driver well deserving of this honor. He fundamen- USAF (retired) Tanker Association and Naval Reserve officer, Jesse Iwuji, on tally changed how our security forces pro- Symposium and Technology Exposition and always following your dreams; Lt. Gen. GI tected our mobility mission and this was so accompanying AMC/Industry Interface Day Tuck, former Joint Staff/J4, on Joint logistics successful it went Air Force wide. No one on Oct. 27-29, 2020 is just around the corner. support of the National Defense Strategy and could have done it better. As I mentioned in my July 25, 2020 letter to COVID 19 response; Maj. Gen. (retired) Mag- I also wanted to mention our new virtual you, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, travel gie Woodward, the first woman in U.S. histo- leadership seminar series which we have restrictions, and most importantly, keeping ry to command a U.S. military operation—the been hosting biweekly since May 2020. As a everyone safe, we have decided to hold this no-fly zone over Libya; Bose Technology on method of providing professional develop- year’s convention virtually. We have been advances in audio quality and noise reduc- ment even while COVID has curtailed many working hard with Air Mobility Command tion; and General Electric on additive manu- face-to-face meetings, we’ve been able to or- and USAF leadership to make this another facturing (3D Printing) and advanced materi- ganize and deliver a very robust online semi- outstanding convention…focused on the als in jet engine design. nar series. All indications are that these have professional development of our mobility For our Industry partners, our Vice-Presi- been very well received. Through the hard warriors, celebrating our mission and our dent for Industry, Col. (retired) Cary Walgam- work of Lt. Col. “Popeye” Fafinski, as of the award winners, and thanking our great peo- ont provides the following: end of August we’ve been able to host seven ple for the superb job they do for our country different featured guests for an interactive every day. • Industry Interface Day - The focus will be on podcast with live questions and answers. The I first want to give a big thanks to Gen. the new AMC commander’s Vision and Priori- guests have ranged the gamut from senior Maryanne Miller for her outstanding support ties, anticipated to be out next month. She and USAF leaders in AMC, NATO, and AETC to of A/TA and superb leadership of AMC. We the AMC vice commander as well as the AMC retired senior officers to industry leaders. wish her Godspeed on her next exciting ad- Headquarter Directors will be participating in There are more sessions to follow so make ventures. I also want to say thanks to Com- the one day virtual event. If interested in par- sure you take note of these and tune in. Joining mand Chief Master Sgt. Greene for all he did ticipating, be sure and register on-line at the our online seminars is super easy, just navigate for our Mobility family and for A/TA. Airlift/Tanker Association website. to https://atalink.org/virtual-seminars click A huge welcome to AMC’s new Command- on “Click here to join seminar” and open the er, Gen. Jackie Van Ovost. Jackie has also been • Virtual Convention Exhibit Hall - All com- seminar in MS Teams or your web browser of a huge A/TA supporter over the years. I first panies and military organizations are encour- choice. Previous sessions are also at that same got to see Jackie in action as a new 2nd Lieu- aged to participate in our virtual “Technology link so you can take advantage of these amaz- tenant copilot when I was the operations offi- Exposition” or exhibit hall. You may virtually ing professional development opportunities cer in the 17th Airlift Squadron at Charleston showcase your services/equipment and inter- on your own schedule. Air Force Base. Jackie was a standout then and act with the mobility airman who are very in- So, lots going on and we look forward to has been a standout ever since. We are blessed terested in your product. If interested in exhib- joining you on Oct. 27-29, 2020 for our Virtual to have her at the helm. iting, contact our vice president of Industry at 52nd annual A/TA Symposium/Technology AMC’s new Command Chief, Chief Master [email protected]. Industry Partners Exposition/and AMC Industry Interface Day. Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, who brings a tremen- who wish to exhibit receive a substantial sav- We promise it will be well worth your while dous record of leadership, logistics and mo- ings in exhibit space registration fee. to join us online, hear from your leadership, bility to becoming the top enlisted leader in attend some great seminars, share insights AMC. Great to have him aboard. It will be a • Sponsorships - To assist the Airlift/Tanker and opportunities from our industry part- real highlight to hear directly from Gen. Van Association in hosting this year’s Virtual Con- ners, and celebrate our award winners. Ovost and Command Chief Kruzelnick at the vention, we are offering new sponsorship op- We will also be saying farewell to Lt. Gen. convention in their keynote addresses. portunities. These sponsorships are in five dif- (retired) Rusty Findley who has served as our Indeed, our virtual convention is coming ferent categories depending on the amount of senior vice-president for the last six years. together superbly. Our new Chief of Staff of support. Companies/organizations participat- Rusty has done an absolutely superb job and the Air Force, Gen. Charles Q. Brown, and ing in the top category, Diamond, will receive we will surely miss him. So, until then, please the Undersecretary of the Air Force, the free registration for a virtual exhibit space as stay safe out there, our country needs you. Honorable Shon Manasco, will be joining us well as free convention registration for each and giving us the view from the top of the member of their company/organization that With Warmest Regards, Air Force. Gen. Steve Lyons, USTRANSCOM registers to virtually attend the Convention. Gen. (retired) Duncan McNabb, Chairman

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 4 new territory through the use of Microsoft The most prestigious award and highest President’s Message Teams platform in hosting our convention. honor the Association can bestow on any If these were nor- The work of producing virtual seminars and individual or mission group is induction mal times, I would all the known and unknown coordination into the A/TA Hall of Fame. Our 2020 and open my conven- challenges are being handled brilliantly by 32nd recipient is Col. (retired) Rocky Lane. tion article with a our seminar coordinator, Master Sgt. (retired) Known as Raven #1, Col. Lane served 10 warm welcome to Geno Carvotta. Our Administrative Team of years as an enlisted jet propulsion special- Nashville and the Gary and Sondra Hart are also in the thick of ist and flight mechanic prior to being com- Opryland Hotel. things and will advise shortly of any registra- missioned through Officer Training School COVID-19 and its tion requirements. in 1975. After graduating from the Air effect on every as- Sadly, this will be the last convention for Force Security Police Academy, Col. Lane pect of our life has our most tenured board member, Lt. Gen. went on to serve 29 more years as a Secu- also changed the (retired) Rusty Findley. Rusty has served rity Forces officer where his contributions CMSgt. Mike Kerver, way we approached as our senior vice president for six years to both Air Force and Air Mobility secu- USAF (retired) our 52nd Annual and led our chapter engagement programs, rity, force protection, and air base defense A/TA Convention, membership initiatives, and most recently, shaped the doctrine used by Defenders Symposium, & Technology Exposition. our successfully virtual seminar series. today. We will formally unveil his bronze As you’re well aware, large gatherings I also wanted to thank Lt. Gen. (retired) bust and fully recognize Rocky in Orlando of any type have been canceled and many Brooks Bash for his service as our interim at next year’s convention. replaced with virtual technology platforms vice president for Strategic Planning and I’m also happy to report since program in- such as Zoom and Microsoft Teams. As a Development. Our Board asked Brooks to ception, A/TA has awarded more than 1200 premier networking and professional de- fill this new position until a permanent Enlisted Education Grants and administered velopment event, getting together in one member is elected, and we deeply appreci- almost $400 thousand in support of advanced place and the personal interaction between ated his initiatives. enlisted degree programs. We strongly en- you, me, our families, and our friends has Like most non-profit organizations, our courage you to consider this membership always been our bedrock. officers serve specific terms and are replaced benefit program. Additional application in- While one of our options was to completely through a nomination and election process. formation is available via the A/TA website. cancel, our Board decided the best way for- After a two-month nomination period, Nom- Over the past year, regular Association ward was to facilitate a “virtual” event and inating Committee review, and final slate business continued and I wanted to take this open our convention to new audiences, en- presentation, I wanted to announce that Patti opportunity to thank Travis Air Force Base gagements, and opportunities. No one would Cost (incumbent) is our nominee for a second and specifically Master Sgt. Mike Smith and argue that an in-person event is always best, term as our Programs VP; Lt. Gen. (retired) Master Sgt. Paul Garcia for hosting our win- but until we can get fans safely in the seats Chuck Johnson as our Senior VP nominee, ter meeting way back in February 2020 and again, we’re going to give this a go. and Lt. Gen. Brooks Bash as our Strategic just before COVID-19 shut down any further As of this writing, our agenda is still be- Planning and Development VP nominee. All Board travel. We hope to resume our board ing developed but you should fully expect a three will be presented at the annual busi- meetings at different mobility bases and look mixed schedule of live and recorded events ness meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27, forward to engaging local leadership, mem- that attendees can log into during the du- 2020 for membership approval via a virtual bership, and communities. Chapters will al- ration of this two-and-a-half-day conven- vote. At that same business meeting, we’ll ways be the lifeblood of our Association. tion. Since we’ve never done this before, I also approve the latest round of recommend- Your Board of Officers continues to work can’t tell you what to expect. But believe ed bylaw changes we sent to you on Aug. 28, the many ideas and suggestions we get to that most of us are getting our first taste of 2020 for review and comment. help increase the value of membership. virtual meetings, happy hours, and the be- While we regret not having the ability to While COVID-19 has refocused our efforts ginning of a touchless society. Rest assured walk across our stage, our sincere congratu- and initiatives, we hope to get back on track however, that our commitment to the mobil- lations to all our 2020 annual award winners even stronger in 2021. ity community is steadfast, and whether ac- and their families. We plan on announcing Although a hybrid approach, we hope tive duty, Reserve, Guard, Industry Partner, our recipients virtually during the conven- you’ll take advantage of this year’s virtual friend, or family member, we’ll try to offer tion, and will ask their local commander to convention and seminars. We look forward something for everyone. While our conven- make the actual hardware presentation on to this new opportunity to interact with tion will not have its usual look and feel, our behalf. We hope this does not distract each and every one of you, and welcome we’re optimistic about the future. from our winner’s stellar accomplishments your feedback. Air Mobility Command, like the rest of and well-deserved awards. We’re very proud Stay safe, and all my best for your con- our Air Force has experienced numerous of our formal awards program, and commit tinued success. senior leadership changes. Please join me a great deal of time and resources to ensure in a warm welcome to our new commander, our very best are recognized. Best…Mike Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, deputy commander Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson, and Command Chief, Chief Master Sgt. Brian P. Kruzelnick. Although their first conven- A/TA Industry Partnership remains a bargain at the annual rate of $1900. Industry tion with us is virtual, we look forward to a Partner benefits include a reduced exhibit rate, opportunity to select your exhibit loca- time and place where we can all be together. tion (based on established criteria), a write-up with your logo in the convention issue of We’re also excited about what this formida- the Airlift/Tanker Quarterly (as well as a listing on our website) and five “free” individual ble leadership team will bring our mobility memberships. A new and exciting benefit for our Industry Partners is our Industry Part- Airmen and grateful for their leadership. Within our own Association leadership ner News page on our website. This is a place where you can share information about team, a special shout out to our Program VP, new products/services or company news. Contact Sondra Hart at [email protected] or Patti Cost. Patti leads a talented group of con- 423-902-2297 to become an A/TA Industry Partner today. vention volunteers, and all are paving some

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 5 Secretary’s Notes No this isn’t the Twilight Zone - but it is Fall of 2020. This year will go down as a record-setting year of different and unique things: Social distancing, face masks, virtual board meetings and Conventions! To- gether we are moving forward. The Board held its summer meeting virtually on Aug. 7-8, 2020. We had more than 25 people linked in via Zoom. during the two days. I’d like to offer a special thanks to Maj. Gen. Kennett, Brig. Gen. Col. Grace Blevins-Holman, Bolton and Lt. Col. Chris Welch who rep- USAF (retired) resented Air Mobility Command during Huyser Charity Tournament B-Flight first place. Left to Right - Huyser the board meeting. It was very productive, Chapter President Master Sgt. DJ Daijogo, Col. (retired) Robert Cook, and you will see many advancements in the coming year on ways A/ Col. (retired) Larry Strube, Brig. Gen. (retired) Steve Roser, and Col. (re- TA wants to get involved and help advance mobility airman. tired) Joe Meyer. (Photo by Maj. Gen. (retired) Tom Kane). The major discussion item was the upcoming convention! On Oct. 26-29, the Airlift Tanker Asso-ciation will host the 52nd Annual Due to COVID the HOF Scott ceremony was delayed, so A/TA decided Convention and Symposium. There are many seminars and Keynote to honor AMC PORT DAWGS at the 2020 Huyser Charity Golf Tourna- Speakers scheduled. Hope to see you (virtually of course) then. ment Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020. Remember, A/TA is an organization that supports you. Please invite someone you know (Guard, Reserve, Active, Retired, Civic Leader, aircrew, maintenance, port, support, etc.) to join this great organization and get involved with your local chapter.

Thanks for all you do, every day. Grace

Industry Highlights What a difference the previous eight months has made. Because of the CO- VID-19 situation, the A/TA Board of Of- ficers made the decision to change our in-person convention scheduled for the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville to a virtual conven- Tech. Sgt. John Rodiguez, 321st Contingency Response Squadron se- tion. So, by the time you read this, we hope curity team, provides security with a Ghost Robotics Vision 60 prototype you will be joining us on-line for our first at a simulated austere base during the Advanced Battle Management ever virtual A/TA Convention. System exercise on Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Sept. 1, 2020. The A huge thank you to our new conven- ABMS is an interconnected battle network — the digital architecture tion sponsorship supporters as well as to or foundation — which collects, processes and shares data relevant Col. Cary Walgamott all the Industry Partner, Industry Sup- to warfighters in order to make better decisions faster. (U.S. Air Force USAF (Ret) porter, and Pro Bono exhibitors. We have photo by Tech. Sgt. Cory D. Payne). a great Technology Exposition lined up for this year’s A/TA Con- vention. There are a wide variety of companies and organizations as well as many first-time exhibitors. Additionally, AMC will provide briefings and one-on-one sessions with AMC senior leaders for A/TA’s third “Industry Interface Day” scheduled Monday, Oct. 26. These mediums will be used to discuss and share Air Mobility Command’s vision for the future. So, this year will be very exciting, and we can’t wait to welcome you on-line for our 52nd Annual Airlift/Tanker Association Con- vention, Symposium, & Technology Exposition.

Warm regards, Cary Walgamott

Future A/TA Convention 2021: Orlando World Center U.S. Air Force Airmen prepare to offload a weapon-loading jammer from Marriott, Orlando, Florida a 109th Airlift Wing LC-130 Hercules aircraft Sept. 3, 2020, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. (Courtesy photo).

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Thank you for joining me at this year’s virtual understands that we are more than mere force Airlift/Tanker Association Symposium. I am ex- providers—we are integrated and integral to cited to once again take in all the symposium has the joint fight. We do these things because the to offer as the new Air Mobility Command com- Joint Force depends on us. We are the shoulders mander. When I took command back in August I the Joint Force stands on in order to rapidly was excited to meet with and listen to the incred- project combat power around the world. ible men and women from across the Total Force In the dawning hours of the New Year, Jan. who make up our mobility enterprise. And did 1st, 2020, it was AMC that took to the skies we ever hit the ground running. Chief Master with the U.S. Army’s Immediate Response Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick and I marveled at the awe- Force under our wings. When the people of some things our wings are doing to accelerate Beirut, Lebanon were rocked by a devastating readiness, care for each other and our families, explosion in a densely populated port, AMC and project the force—all while battling in a con- tails from U.S. Central Command and Europe- Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost is the tested environment created by COVID-19. an Command delivered critical humanitarian Commander, Air Mobility Command, Over the past two years we’ve spent a lot of supplies within hours. These are merely a few Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The com- time talking about contested environments, of the 150,000 flying hours AMC has logged mand serves as U.S. Transportation our first true crucible - a global pandemic. CO- in 2020, and every single one of those hours Command’s air component, executing VID-19 challenged every assumption we had supported something greater than ourselves. I the air mobility mission in support of when it came to our people and our mission. could not be more proud. the joint force, allies and partners with Take this opportunity to really lean into a fleet of nearly 1,100 aircraft. The com- From the way we thought about healthcare, to mand encompasses Eighteenth Air local training sorties, to global enroute access, and embrace everything this year’s virtual A/ Force, the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary everything was viewed through a new lens— TA Symposium has to offer. Key professional Center, the 618th Air Operations Center one that protected our families, preserved the engagements, to include this incredible sympo- and 17 wings and two groups, which force, and continued to project our mission. It sium, are essential as we focus on developing provide rapid global mobility from was in these challenging times our Total Force the force and advancing our warfighting ca- more than 100 locations worldwide. Mobility Airmen proved their innovative spirit pabilities to ensure we have the full-spectrum Nearly 107,000 active-duty, Air National and selfless determination. readiness and credible capacity necessary to Guard, Air Force Reserve Airmen and When the call came to transport infected project the Joint Force and ensure our nation’s civilians comprise the air mobility Total patients, AMC answered. We dusted off the strategic deterrence. We will develop our multi- Force, providing command and control Transport Isolation System (TIS)—a system capable and digitally-adept Airmen to carry of inter-theater and intra-theater airlift, originally developed to transport Ebola Virus us into the future with their unmatched skills, air refueling, aeromedical evacuation, curious nature, and innovative, warfighting- global air mobility support, and presi- patients in 2014 but was never used—and put it dential and senior leader air transport in to its first operational use in April 2020. The TIS focused mindsets. It is our responsibility to en- support of national interests. has now been employed in multiple theaters sure they have the capabilities, training, and de- Gen. Van Ovost has commanded an across the globe. velopment opportunities necessary to continue air refueling squadron, flying training Understanding the growing patient move- to accelerate this command into the future. That wing and the Presidential Airlift Wing. ment demand created by the pandemic, is why this year’s theme, “Connecting Mobility She also served as the Director of Staff United States Transportation Command gen- Warriors in the Digital Age…Big Data/AI and for Headquarters Air Force, Vice Di- erated a Joint Urgent Operational Need for a the Roaring 20s v2.0” is so appropriate. rector of the Joint Staff, the Director of new method to provide significantly greater As a command in 2020, our Total Force team Mobility Forces for U.S. Central Com- capacity to transport COVID-19 patients in an has flown over 15,000 missions, moving nearly mand and as the Vice Commander of isolated containment system while providing half a million passengers and 175,000 tons of the U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Cen- maximum protection to the crew. Two Airmen cargo. And, through targeted, rapid capability ter. Gen. Van Ovost graduated from the took that need, sketched an idea on a napkin, development sprints and early experiments, we U.S. Air Force Academy in 1988. She is learned that AMC adds connectivity, interoper- a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Test Pi- and 88 days later we had an operational Neg- lot School and a command pilot with atively-Pressurized Conex (NPC) that tripled ability, and lethality to the Joint Force. However, more than 4,200 hours in more than 30 the capacity for ambulatory patient movement. there’s a finite amount of rapid global mobility aircraft, including the C-32A, C-17A, C- To date, the TIS and the NPC have transported capacity…it’s a physics problem. But we cannot 141B and KC-135R. more than 270 patients. This is a superb exam- let old paradigms limit us. How do we make Prior to assuming her current role, ple of our Total Force innovating at the speed faster, and better-informed decisions for the Gen. Van Ovost served as the Deputy of relevance and answering our nation’s call so Joint Force? What could we do if we leveraged Commander, Air Mobility Command. that others may prevail. all the data we produce across the enterprise? AMC has worked incredibly hard over the How do we combine advanced data analytics past couple of years getting after the National with AI and machine learning to help us defy Defense Strategy. We will continue to focus our the physics that stare us in the face every day? efforts on the full-spectrum readiness required How can we best grow, learn, and kick down by this document, and we will embrace Joint the door of conventional thought and accelerate All Domain Operations as the Joint Warfight- into the future? Chief Kruzelnick and I could ing Concept takes shape. Our Mobility Force not be more excited to hear your answers.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 8 A Message from Air Mobility Command Chief Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick

strategic deterrence. This is underpinned by your innovation and full-spectrum readiness in order to generate credible capacity our customers can count on. We need to promote divergent and critical thinking among the force so we can develop and exercise new warfighting concepts. This requires resilient capabilities and the need to leverage advanced digital infrastructures and data analytics. That is the basis for our In 1921, Wesley May demonstrated the first organize, train and equip element. As warf- aerial refueling capability by walking and ighters, we are the most agile arm of United climbing on the wing of one airborne aircraft States Transportation Command…the Joint Chief Master Sergeant Brian P. Kruzel- to another, 1000 feet above the earth, with a Force stands on our shoulders to project global nick is the Command Chief Master Ser- five-gallon can of gasoline strapped to his combat power. We must rise to the occasion of geant, Air Mobility Command, Scott Air back. May, with pilots Frank Hawks and Earl a dynamic contested or uncontested environ- Force Base, Illinois. As the commander’s ment, moving forward with new concepts like principle senior enlisted advisor, he coun- Daugherty, proved the concept of aerial refueling. This gave way to the Question Mark in Agile Combat Employment. Furthermore, we sels on the effective employment of 107,000 must secure strategic deterrence by delivering Total Force Airmen from 100 worldwide 1929, and eventually evolved to the KC-46A critical nuclear mission support, through no- locations to support Rapid Global Mobil- Pegasus of today. It was a game-changing fail airlift and air refueling operations. ity operations with a fleet of 1,100 aircraft. moment for global reach that started with an He assures the commander’s intent is innovative thought, the fortitude to execute We accelerate—while overcoming challeng- understood and executed though form- and a five-gallon can of gas. May, Hawks and ing and ill-defined environments—through ing a connection between individuals, Daugherty are shining examples of our ulti- divergent thought, leveraging and embracing team members and the command, based mate competitive advantage…our people. Tal- our diverse force, investing in our Airmen and on dignity and respect, with a focus on ented, multi-capable and digitally-adept Air- families, and developing a digital ecosystem inclusion, readiness, resiliency, training, men are at the heart of achieving our National where every Airman is comfortable and capa- growth and utilization. This is impera- Defense Strategy (NDS). ble to operate in. We already moved down this tive to executing the command’s core mis- The NDS highlights today’s strategic envi- road due to the COVID pandemic. sions of command and control (C2) over The pandemic was an immediate and un- inter- and intra-theater airlift, air refuel- ronment of great power competition against near-peer adversaries, requiring our military foreseen contested environment, forcing AMC ing, aeromedical evacuation, global air to adapt Rapid Global Mobility operations to mobility operations, and presidential and to counter sophisticated systems with a multi- transport ambulatory patients and safely move senior leader air transport, while serving domain approach. military members and their families. Not sur- as the air component for U.S. Transporta- Rapid Global Mobility underpins Joint Force tion Command, and supporting U.S. joint objectives, as rapid, agile and resilient mobility prisingly, Mobility Airmen answered our na- forces, allies and partners. effects are paramount to success. tion’s call. Similar to May, Hawks and Daugh- Chief Kruzelnick is a native of Passa- Our Chief of Staff, Gen. Brown, stated the erty, you figured it out, drawing a sketch on ic, New Jersey, and entered the USAF in need to go fast in his white paper, “Acceler- a napkin, which evolved to a Negatively-Pres- 1994. During his career, he has led in five ate Change or Lose”, so the United States can surized Conex (NPC) capable of moving infec- MAJCOMs, covering training, mobility, maintain its military dominance over those tious patients without spreading the virus to ISR, electronic attack, C2, strike and space near-peer competitors called out in the NDS, aircrew or others. Additionally, we developed operations. He has also guided the execu- like China, whose destabilizing behavior other precautionary measures to continue to tion of command channel, JCS-directed threatens international rules based order. move the force globally in order to meet com- contingency and humanitarian relief, Therefore, AMC is literally moving out! batant command requirements. Again, our and joint/combined exercise missions agile Mobility Warriors are the competitive for combatant component commanders Our AMC commander and my wingman, advantage over all adversaries and are the cor- while assigned to total force, bilateral, Gen. Van Ovost, and I are overjoyed to be your nerstone for our ability to move fast. multilateral, and joint service environ- new command team, and work for you, to en- ments. Additionally, he performed as an sure we continue to deliver unmatched respon- Teammates, think differently, have auda- Air Advisor in Afghanistan to establish sive airlift, air refueling, aeromedical evacu- cious goals and the fortitude to execute. Your the structure and foundation for Afghan ation, and global air mobility support. But we leadership has your back. We care about you, Air Force Maintenance Operations. He must evolve at the speed of strategic relevance we appreciate you and we love you. has deployed numerous times to support across all domains…we must accelerate! Don’t Wait—ACCELERATE. Deny Flight, Deliberate Force, Joint En- This starts with you, our Mobility War- deavour, Southern Watch, Allied Force, riors…your resiliency, professionalism, exper- Operation Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Free- tise, character, curious nature, and bias toward dom, Inherent Resolve, Freedom’s Senti- action. We, together, will push this command nel, and CJTF-Horn of Africa. Prior to assuming his current position, into the future by prioritizing the development he served as Command Chief Master Ser- of the force, advancing warfighting capabili- geant, Fifth Air Force, Japan. ties, projecting the Joint Force, and ensuring

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 9 COVER

COL. LAWRENCE “ROCKY” LANE - RAVEN #1 Article compiled from A/TQ contributors “The men and women of the United States Air Force and our mobility forces, are trained and ready to deploy anywhere in the world in defense of our country. It is their unselfish sacrifice, untiring efforts and outstanding achievements that have contributed immensely to the establishment and to the maintenance of peace in the free world. Not only are their efforts and achievements attained during times of conflict, but they also occur during acts of natural disaster and humanitarian relief efforts. The balance of power and our freedom has been and will continue to be achieved and built on the “Wings of Freedom.” The Airlift/Tanker Association wishes to recognize and honor those men and women who have distinguished themselves by outstanding performance above and beyond their duties as members of the United States Air Force. It is for this purpose that the “Airlift/ Tanker Hall of Fame” has been established.”

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 10 This year’s Hall of Fame Inductee’s name will be familiar to most In 1974, Col. Lane completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Jus- Air Mobility warriors. Col. (retired) Lawrence “Rocky” Lane – Ra- tice, Cum Laude, from Armstrong University, Savannah, Georgia. He ven #1 – is a “Mustang” who served 10 years as an enlisted jet pro- was then selected for and completed Officer Training School in 1975. pulsion specialist and flight mechanic prior to being commissioned After completing the Security Police Academy as a Distinguished via Officers Training School in 1975. His enlisted service included a Graduate, he was assigned to Camp New Amsterdam, Royal Dutch tour in Vietnam where he was awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Air Base, Netherlands, 32nd Tactical Fighter Squadron’s Security Po- Heart. During those 10 years, Col. Lane developed his self- lice Detachment, as chief of Weapons Systems Security. less- servant leadership character and philosophy. His Col. Lane’s distinguished career spans nearly no-nonsense approach and work ethic won him four decades. His forward-thinking and contribu- the respect and trust of his superiors, peers and tions to U.S Air Force and Air Mobility security, subordinates from the very start. Col. Lane’s force protection and airbase defense shaped 39-year career is the story of an inspirational the doctrine and standards used by our leader whose uncompromising integrity, defenders today. Col. Lane’s career high- selfless personal sacrifice and enduring lights include command selection seven commitment to mission excellence – all times. In 1991, his 8th Security Police while focused on his people, readiness Squadron, Kunsan Air Base, Korea, was and adherence to standards – motivated recognized as the USAF’s Outstanding a generation of Airmen who continue to Security Forces Squadron (Large Cat- pay it forward, making Col. Lawrence egory). In 1991, Rocky was selected as “Rocky” Lane truly deserving of the pres- an honorary chief master sergeant by the tigious honor of induction into the Airlift/ 8th Tactical Fighter Wing Chiefs’ Group at Tanker Association Hall of Fame — Kunsan Air Base, Korea. Col. Lawrence Lane’s leadership, vision Col. Lane is a two-time recipient of the and mission focus was forged by the real-world “Order of the Bayonet,” first as a Defender (O- experiences of the 20th century. These experiences 3) and later as a commander (O-6). His career also helped him mold a security and force protection cul- included five demanding high-profile assignments on ture that prepared not only Security Forces, but Air Mobil- the Military Airlift/Air Mobility Command staffs. Col. Rocky ity operators, to cope with the challenges of the 21st century and Lane is the only Security Forces officer in the 20th Century selected post-9/11 world. He is a charismatic leader who possesses unrivaled for early promotion to major, lieutenant colonel and colonel – a tes- team building skills. His ability to motivate, train and equip win- tament to his outstanding leadership and his mission contributions. ning teams is legendary. Rocky’s philosophy is and has always been, Col. Lane garnered tremendous trust and respect from his superiors, “Everyone is a Defender” regardless of Air Force Specialty Code peers and subordinates. His significant contributions have impacted (AFSC). He, like Air Force leaders at the United States Air Force Air Mobility’s Mission, culture and history. His greatest legacy was (USAF) Expeditionary Center insist, “airpower and mobility…are the creation and development of AMC’s Phoenix Raven program. enabled from the ground up.” Col. Lane’s military decorations include the: Defense Superior Ser- Col. Lane was/is an anti-terrorism and force protection “black vice Medal, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Defense Meri- belt.” He developed and implemented policies, doctrine, tactics, tech- torious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with 6 OLC, Air niques and procedures that supported the complex global mobility Force Aerial Achievement Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Air mission until he retired in 2002. His last duty assignment, director, Force Good Conduct Medal with 3 OLC, National Defense Service Force Protection, U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), Medal with Bronze Star, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Viet- Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, speaks to his expertise and professional- nam Service Medal with four campaign devices, Armed Forces Hu- ism. Col. Lane’s insights and contributions provided valuable lessons manitarian Service Medal with device and the Republic of Vietnam and training that prepared and informed Air Force leaders. Fast for- Gallantry Cross with palm. ward to 2019…the then USAF Chief of Staff, Gen. David L. Goldfein, declared 2019 the “Year of the Defender” and subsequently 2020 the LEADERSHIP AND JOB PERFORMANCE “Year of Integrated Base Defense.” The Chief, whether he realized it or not, took pages out of the playbook Col. Rocky Lane advanced and Col. Rocky Lane served our Air Force and Nation for almost four advocated in the 1980’s and 1990’s. Col. Lane’s legacy has prepared decades. Col. Lane was a hands-on leader who set the bar, delegated USAF and Mobility leaders and defenders to be ready for the force and challenged his airmen to perform and achieve exceptional re- protection challenges that America faces going forward. sults. He definitely did not micro-manage, which is why the AMC Col. Lawrence “Rocky” Lane was born Nov. 19, 1944 in Knoxville, Commander, Gen. Walter Kross, called Rocky, “The Most Charismatic Tennessee. He graduated from Jackson High School, Miami, Florida, Leader and #1 Impact Colonel in AMC.” Rocky subscribes to the Pres- in 1963 and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. He completed basic and ident Ronald Reagan philosophy, “There is no limit to what a person technical training, becoming a F-100 jet propulsion specialist and can do or where they can go if they don’t mind who gets the credit.” flight mechanic. Col. Rocky Lane was without question DOD’s most respected first Between 1964 and 1969, Col. Lane, then serving in the enlisted responder. He was DOD’s and USAF’s foremost anti-terrorism and ranks, was stationed at Myrtle Beach Air Force Base South Carolina, force protection leader of his generation. USTRANSCOM Command- Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, Aviano Air Base, Italy and served a tour at er, Gen. Tony Robertson called Rocky America’s “undisputed Securi- Phu Cat Air Base, South Vietnam, where he received a Purple Heart. ty & Force Protection Hero and Visionary!” and “a leader’s leader and Upon return, Col. Lane was assigned to McCoy Air Force Base, Flor- warrior’s best friend.” His experience, dedication, problem solving ida, as a B-52/KC-135 flight mechanic and jet propulsion specialist. and team building skills made him DOD’s first choice for the tough- In 1972, he moved to Charleston Air Force Base, South Carolina, as a est missions. A few of his career leadership highlights include: C-141 jet propulsion specialist. Cover Story continued on page 12 >>>

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 11 Cover Story continued from page 11 securely transport the Cubans. Additionally, he trained 80 aircrew In 1982, Rocky was tasked to reconstitute the legendary Vietnam- members from McChord Air Force Base in special anti-hijacking era 821st Combat Security Police Squadron (Operation SAFESIDE) procedures. In all, 7,300 Cuban refugees returned to Guantanamo, Air Base Ground Defense (ABGD) capability to protect air bases. Cuba, in under 20 days with 100 percent reliability and zero se- Rocky’s cadre of 15 Airmen stood up MAC’s Volant Scorpion (1314 curity incidents. All involved SPs were awarded the AF Aerial Ground Combat Readiness Squadron (GCRS)) with a budget of Achievement Medal for flawless performance—the first time ever $150K. In 1992, the AMC Commander directed him to transition Vo- for Security Police. lant Scorpion (Phoenix Ace) and move to the new Air Mobility War- In 1996, Air Force CSAF, Gen. Ronald Fogleman, handpicked fare Center at McGuire Air Force Base. Today, the USAF Expedition- Rocky to be the senior AF investigator on the Downing Commission, ary Center’s 421st Combat Training Squadron (CTS) continues this investigating the Khobar Towers bombing incident where 19 airmen vital mission, training over 5,000 USAF, Joint and NATO personnel were killed and 500 injured. Gen. Downing and FBI Director, Louis annually with a $94 million equipment and facilities budget. The Freeh, commended Col. Lane for his thorough investigative and 421st CTS Scorpions are part of Rocky’s distinguished legacy, sup- case management skills and his exceptional interagency teamwork porting global mobility operations. in this high-profile international terrorism case. Col. Lane’s recom- In 1983, before Captain Lane had activated his 1314th GCRS, his mendations to CSAF transformed the Air Force Security career field. Scorpion cadre was tasked to deploy to Grenada in support of Opera- Results: Security Police were renamed Security Forces; many securi- tion URGENT FURY, tasked to support the rescue of 300 American ty specialties were merged into one Security Forces AFSC; and Secu- medical students threatened by a communist coup in Grenada. Capt. rity Forces were transformed to a combat force. The CSAF directed Lane led a team of 120 highly-skilled security and ground support the activation of the 820th Base Defense Group at Moody Air Force airmen providing ground and ramp security for all transiting mo- Base, Georgia, a quick reaction force capable of deploying world- bility aircraft. Rocky reported to Maj. Gen. Robert (Bob) Patterson wide and providing security in hostile and remote environments. (COMALF aka DIRMOBFOR). Maj Gen Patterson convinced the 82d 1996 – 2002, as AMC Director of Security Forces & USTRANSCOM Airborne commander to give Capt. Lane’s deployed USAF SP’s re- Director Force Protection, Col. Lane formed the AMC Threat Work- sponsibility for ramp and runway security at Grenada’s International ing Group, stood up the Phoenix Raven program, and resourced runway. This freed up U.S. Army Military Police to provide airfield $18M of AMC force protection infrastructure enhancements which perimeter and outside the wire defense and security. The 82d Air- included designs for new gates, improved technology, cameras/sen- borne Commander agreed and then raved about the USAF Scorpion’s sors and critical infrastructure with offset (stand-off) barriers. performance. The 82d commander expanded the SP mission to super- vise security at Grenada’s two airfields and provide liaison with 500 SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE ADVANCEMENT East Caribbean Security Forces deployed from Bahamas and Barba- OF AIR MOBILITY dos. As a result of the operational experience gained during URGENT FURY, the U.S. Army and USAF agreed to codify the USAF Security Col. Rocky Lane significantly advanced Air Mobility’s brand, Forces airfield and runway security responsibilities in joint doctrine reputation and credibility within DOD and the USAF. His more now Joint Pub 3-17. than 10 years of operational and staff experience in MAC/AMC In 1986, Maj. Lane served as MAC subject matter expert/action contributed enormously to the advancement of Air Mobility. His officer tasked to codify ABGD doctrine relative to the mid-1980s passion for security and force protection generated comprehensive CSAF-CSA “Airland Battle Doctrine Initiatives.” The credibility and training programs, tactics, techniques and procedures that en- respect Rocky earned in 1983 Operation URGENT FURY helped hanced global mobility operations. He was a gifted negotiator and clarify ABGD doctrine and define USAF SP responsibilities to pro- worked with many AF, Joint and Host Nation agencies, resolving tect and defend USAF aircraft, ramp, runway, equipment and per- issues and improving security for global mobility operations. Gen. sonnel inside the wire at deployed air bases, still in effect today. Tony Robertson said “to operate on the leading edge, alone, every- From 1990-1991, Lt. Col. Rocky Lane commanded the 450-person day…required the skills of our undisputed AF Security visionary!” 8th Security Police Squadron, (SPS) Kunsan Air Base, Republic of “Rocky’s a leader’s leader and a warrior’s best friend.” Korea. Lt. Col. Lane’s 8th SPS was recognized as the USAF’s Best Col. Rocky Lane was on the leading edge of Air Mobility Com- Large Security Police Squadron that year. Additionally, the Defense mand’s activation. He played a key role in joint doctrine devel- Advisory Committee on Women in the Services (DACOWITS) vis- opment and employing mobility ground capabilities supporting ited the “8th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) Wolf Pack” to assess how joint exercises. Gen. Ronald Fogleman made Col. Lane the vice the USAF women were employed. The report singled out the 8th SPS and then commander of the Air Mobility School under the new for their comprehensive and inclusive training programs employing Air Mobility Warfare Center. Col. Lane laid the foundation for women in security and force protection roles. Col. Lane was also rec- the Expeditionary Operations School (EOS) and 421st Combat ognized for his unit’s outstanding morale and his charismatic lead- Training School (CTS). Today, these schools train thousands of ership style. Prior to his PCS, the 8th TFW Chiefs’ Group selected USAF, Joint and Allied service members in all facets of air mobil- Lt. Col. Lane as an Honorary Chief Master Sergeant—an exceptional ity thanks to many including Col. Lane…a 100-fold return on the recognition for any officer to receive. Air Force’s investment. In 1995, Col. Lane was tasked by the AMC commander and Unit- Col. Lane created and championed three command programs ed States Atlantic Command (USLANTCOM) J-3 to deploy to Pana- that continue to serve the Air Mobility Command and support ma as commander, 4420th Security Police Squadron (Provisional) to global operations today. First, the Threat Working Group (TWG) support Operation SAFE PASSAGE—the mission to return 7,300 Cu- process, which brings together a cross-functional team of experts bans from Panama to Guantanamo, Cuba. After the Cubans rioted that assess threats to daily operations. The TWG provides AMC and injured a number of U.S. Army soldiers and USAF Defenders leaders and aircrews the confidence to execute demanding global in Panama, the President of Panama demanded the U.S. return the missions. Second, the Force Protection Resources Board, which Cubans to Cuba. Col. Lane commanded more than 250 SPs, linguists provides AMC’s leaders a cross-functional input on security and and emergency medical technicians training them as air marshals to force protection requirements, priorities and sources of funding.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 12 Third, the AMC Phoenix Raven Program, designed to produce elite Outstanding Anti- Terrorism Innovation or Action in the command cat- security personnel. egory. Additionally, the Federal Executive Board (St. Louis Chapter) recognized The Ravens as the winner of “2000 Team Performance Award.” SIGNIFICANT IMPACTS TO THE AIR MOBILITY MISSION, CULTURE AND HISTORY OTHER NOTEWORTHY ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND/OR EXTRAORDINARY IMPACTS TO AIR MOBILITY Col. Rocky Lane’s impacts on Air Mobility’s mission, culture and history have been epic. However, Colonel Lane’s most significant In addition to the many significant contributions and accom- contribution, his proudest achievement and his legacy is The PHOE- plishments previously cited, Col. Rocky Lane’s career and legacy NIX RAVEN Program. continues to influence and impact the USAF today. Col. Lane was The first Ravens graduated in February 1997. Col. Rocky Lane the command’s champion and architect for all anti-terrorism/force graduated in the first class and became RAVEN #1. At 53 years old, protection infrastructure and technology improvements at AMC he went through the full course and personally validated the rigor- bases. He resourced more than $18 million from outside the com- ous Phoenix Raven mand prior to 9/11. training that was de- Today’s modern en- signed and intended trances/gates, stand- for much younger off and aesthetically Airmen—a testament pleasing perimeter to his leadership. In barriers, as well as 22 years, as of March base and flight line 31, 2020, the program surveillance cameras has produced a to- and sensors were tal of 3,266 Ravens… designed under his comprised of 2,895 watch. There is no USAF Security Force denying Col. Rocky personnel, 329 Joint Lane advanced the Service security per- security and force sonnel, 24 NATO se- protection awareness curity personnel and and culture of the Air 18 others. The three- Mobility Command. week, 12- hour per During his distin- day training is physi- guished career, Col. cally and mentally “Rocky” Lane was grueling. It stresses the driving force re- and pushes individu- A Phoenix Raven on duty. (U.S. Air Force photo). sponsible for trans- als to their limits, forming Air Force while building individual confidence and teamwork. The program is mobility culture and mindset regarding security and force protec- designed to produce elite security defenders who possess physical, tion. He convinced the Air Force that “We Are All Defenders.” His mental and psychological abilities, as well as the toughness necessary significant contributions and sustained superior performance im- to deal with any situation. The program trains airmen about mobil- pacted the way the Air Force does its missions. Because of him, air ity mission, international law, legal authorities and limitations, cross mobility airmen have the confidence that the Command has their cultural awareness, embassy operations, airfield survey, explosive backs when it comes to security and force protection. He helped ordnance awareness, aircraft searches, anti-terrorism, unarmed self- the Air Force understand and appreciate that “Airpower and Mo- defense techniques and more. Upon graduation each Raven receives a bility…are enabled from the ground up.” number and Raven Coin that they retain for life. Whenever DOD needed force protection or investigative ex- There is no doubt that the Phoenix Raven program is historic pertise, Colonel Lane was their 911 call. Col. Lane was the USAF’s in its makeup and contributions to the mobility mission. Ravens “Go-To” leader, i.e. Grenada, Panama, Khobar, 9/11. He personally make a difference everyday as the command operates around the trained several generations of leaders, officers and NCO’s who car- globe into austere and non-secure environments. Since 1997, Ra- ry on his vision and commitment—The United States Air Force is vens have an impeccable performance record. Aircrews appreci- forever grateful. The doctrine, policies, programs and training he ate the skills and confidence Ravens provide. Ravens support over implemented continue to produce a security and force protection 100 Threat Working Group (TWG)-directed mobility missions each mindset and culture that is alert and ready for the challenges of the month. The Ravens have supported an average of 1400 missions 21st century and beyond. each of the past five years. Col. Rocky Lane epitomizes the best of who we are as Mobility After 9/11 there were approximately 250 Ravens available for duty. Airmen. He represents the finest of our Air Force’s largest career Today Ravens support all Priority 1 missions to include the Presiden- field and its 38,000 Security Force Defenders and the 3,266 Ravens. tial Airlift Group, 89th Airlift Wing VIPSAM support and DOD’s De- Col. Lane’s 39-years of distinguished service have inspired next gen- tainee Movement Ops. Total Raven manning has declined from 250 erations of defenders to support and protect our Air Mobility assets to 120 in recent years. In addition to AMC-assigned Ravens, Ravens and global mission. Col. Lane’s exceptional leadership sustained and theater Fly Away Security Teams (FAST) are assigned in both the superior performance and outstanding contributions advanced and Europe and Pacific theaters, NATO and are available to support Com- impacted Air Mobility. Col. Lawrence “Rocky” Lane – Raven #1 – is batant Commander missions when tasked. deserving of this prestigious award and is the right choice for induc- In 1999 the Phoenix Raven Program was recognized as DOD’s Most tion into the Airlift/ Tanker Association Hall of Fame.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 13 second time, Col Novis told the pilot to ignore the tower and only The Hanoi Pick Up You follow my directions. I knew we were still about 30-45 miles out and they were doing their Haven’t Heard of Before best to get us off course and lost in that bad weather with low ceilings By Jack O’Connor, 48th ATS, USAF (Ret.) and get us to an area with which we were not familiar. The weather was really bad---the cloud cover was closer to full than “broken”. We would The following is a little-known part of the saga of the ending of the get a break in the clouds every mile or so. We descended to about 1000 Vietnam War. Most are aware of the return of the POW’s in 1973, how- ft, which helped some. ever, this is THE REST OF THE STORY, as Paul Harvey used to say. It’s Hanoi Approach Control had given up trying to get us to turn early a story, earmarked by an even more realistic sadness, the retrieval of the but only after they saw that we were ignoring their instructions. We did LAST fallen American heroes, of the Vietnam War. not answer. We descended a little lower, so I could get more visual refer- I had flown in and out of Hanoi twice before---flying C-130s out of U- ences. I remembered where we had turned on my earlier approaches so Tapao AB, Thailand---with the peace negotiating team. Both times, we I told the pilot to turn to the appropriate headings. We began our final were ordered to wear civilian clothes and be nice to the North Vietnam- descent and both planes broke out at about 750 feet. The other aircraft ra- ese. They took our pictures as we sat around a table for a briefing. The dioed a “Talley Ho” so we knew everything was fine---or so we thought. infamous “Rabbit”, called so because of his After we landed, Ground Control took enormous ears, was in charge. They then took over and marshaled us to the proper area us to a hotel and fed us in a banquet room. to pick up the remains of our guys. There Then they took us to their War Museum. were two green tents and they were having They had parts of our warplanes that had us come in and turn so that our prop wash been shot down and also showed us the gun would flow directly on the tents---probably where Hanoi Jane Fonda sat for that infamous blowing them away. Both planes coasted to a picture. I think they just wanted a reaction. nice easy stop in the right place without do- They got none from any of us. We were al- ing any damage ---I’m sure to the disappoint- lowed to take photos of certain areas. They ment of the martialing crews. wouldn’t let us take any of their rail marshal- Col Novas made the decision on the spot ing yard which was full of bomb craters and to set up an Honor Guard in front of each tent. wrecked engines---I got some anyway with This time, we were in our Service Dress and my little Minox spy camera. On the next trip were not under ANY orders to associate with they took us to their Peace Museum. Abso- the enemy. We all felt better about that!! He lutely stunning!!! Lots of HUGE White Jade sent us out two at a time in 15 minute inter- figures. A beautiful museum. Our bombs vals. Each pair did facing movements to re- never got close to it – by design.. lieve the previous pair as time dictated. Because I had been there before, I was The tent flaps were tied wide open. What chosen to lead the second two ship forma- the first set of Honor Guards---and ultimate- tion of C-130’s, to retrieve our Fallen Heroes. ly all of us saw, were several stacks of green Our Mission Commander was Col Novas boxes, with a rock on each with white paint- and we had a One Star on board, with an ed names and dates. The sight was shocking open line, to President Nixon. It was a fairly and really ticked us off. Unfortunately, I do high priority mission. Maj. (retired) Jack O’Connor. (U.S. Air Force photo). not remember any of the names. The boxes- After stopping in Saigon for a final brief- --which in reality were coffins----were about ing, our two aircraft left Tan son Nhut AB 30 inches by 18 inches by 18 inches. It tore us and went “feet wet” up the coast of Vietnam. We stayed about 30 miles up to think that our guys who had suffered so much, were in those tiny off the coast so as not to bother anyone. We hit the mouth of the Red green boxes. We all decided individually and as a team, that the Viet- River and turned upstream toward our destination---Gia Lam Airport namese would never touch our fallen comrades again. which is just east of Hanoi. The Honor Guard rotation was maintained for well over two hours, We were encountering broken clouds which were getting worse. Af- while the final release papers were being signed at their government ter going over Thuan Nghiep, the river straightened out considerably so offices, in downtown Hanoi. Obviously, the North Vietnamese didn’t I requested we drop down to about 1500 ft so I could better make out know what to think of the Honor Guard. We saw some of the Vietnam- the landmarks---both on radar but mainly visual. I wasn’t about to trust ese who had been our escorts, on earlier trips. They smiled and waved the navigational aids from Gia Lam or any in the Hanoi area. Before we at us. We glared back at them. We were finally given the OK to load our descended, we could easily see Hai Phong harbor on our radar about 40 precious cargo onto the waiting aircraft. miles to the Northeast so we knew we were on course. We made contact with Hanoi and advised them of our impending approach into their territory. This had all been pre-arranged, so no problem there. It was on the up-river leg that they started screwing around with us and trying to subtly get us confused. They were trying to get us lost and force us to abort the mission. Then they could say we caused an international incident by not picking up those who died in captivity after everything had been arranged. Then, they really tried to get us fouled up. The second plane was following closely, mainly by keeping us on their radar and depending on us to lead them in. Hanoi Approach Control called us and gave us a heading to final approach. The pilot started to turn and I told him, “Negative, Negative—Maintain Heading”. That was the first of three times they tried to get us to turn too soon. After the A USAF C-130, similar to O’Connor’s, in Vietnam. (U.S. Air Force photo).

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 14 As the word came that we could begin returning our Guys to Ameri- can soil, the North Vietnamese moved in to begin loading. We immediately formed a cordon around the tents. Though unarmed, we motioned for the NVA guards to stop. They stopped with a puzzled look on their faces, but never tried to cross the line. They had touched our Heroes for the last time. It was early evening and the General was back and became part of our new makeshift Honor Guard which was set up on both sides of the C-130 ramps. I was part of three pairs who tenderly picked up a “coffin,” with its’ “headstone,” and proceeded up the ramp. Two others of us were inside the plane to place an American Flag over each Fallen Hero, as he came on board. We exited thru the crew door to go retrieve another Hero. The General led the others on either side of the ramps, in a military “Hand Salute,” as each box of remains passed on board. I don’t remember exactly how many bodies we recovered---seems like 36---but each was treated with ultimate respect. We took our time to make sure all were properly honored. It took a considerable amount of time, but we didn’t care. We did it right. We all finally boarded both C-130’s and buttoned them up. As we were getting all four engines turning, I noticed the pilot had a wicked smile on his face. I listened on a discreet channel, while he suggested to the other pilot, to change prop pitch after they began moving and turn the planes, so that the prop wash would now hit the two green tents and the Vietnamese officials and NVA soldiers gathered around them. The turn was smooth, slow and graceful, until the aircraft loadmaster gave the word. Then suddenly, eight turboprops at full military power cleared the area behind us. They then changed the pitch back to the taxi setting, but we got turned around in time to see the tents flying and other debris rolling on the ground. We received departure instructions from the tower and began an uneventful trip back to Saigon and on to U-Tapao, where the Identification folks, from Hawaii awaited our precious cargo. The General informed President Nixon that extraction had been completed successfully. Further ID would be performed at Hickam AFB as neces- O’Connor’s track into Gia Lam (Courtesy photo provided by Maj. (retired) sary. This mission was the best thing I did in my 24 year USAF career. Jack O’Connor).

Airlift on the Docket: The sophistication and also orchestrate the political dimensions of the general’s campaign. Shea had ¬been in military air trans- National Military Airlift port since 1943, had been Tunner’s stay-behind confidant during his years away from MATS, and was probably as smart as Hearings anyone has ever been on the doctrine and policy details of air- By Robert C. Owen, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University lift. Within the ranks of Air Force general officers, Tunner had few, if any, allies, but he made up for that by being the personal Lt. Gen. William H. Tunner came back to the Military Air friend and former colleague of Secretary of the Air Force James Transport Service in July 1958 with insurrection in his heart. Air H. Douglas. Tunner’s natural military allies were senior Army Force Chief of Staff Gen. Thomas White had placed him in com- commanders, who recognized that an enhanced MATS was es- mand to lead a review of the MATS program, including its roles, sential to their ability to respond and fight in future wars. missions, modernization, and institutional status. But, Tunner A host of important congressional luminaries also shared had a vision beyond conducting a study that might go nowhere Tunner’s vision. These included congressmen Carl Vinson (D- in the face of senior Defense and Air Force resistance to any en- GA), in whose district resided Lockheed’s C-130 plant; L. Men- hancement of MATS beyond the mobility needs of the Strategic del Rivers (D-SC), who took personal interest in Charleston Air Air Command’s bomber forces. Force Base; and Melvin Price (D-IL), whose district included Tunner’s vision was for a much larger and modern MATS able Scott Air Force Base. Involved senators included Strom Thur- to move Army divisions and Air Force tactical wings across mond (D-SC), Mike Monroney (D-OK), John F. Kennedy (D- the oceans. Such a MATS would be at least an order of magni- MA), and Lyndon Johnson (D-TX). Finally, and critically, Presi- tude larger and more capable than the clattering fleet of piston- dent Eisenhower understood the value of airlift to the Army engine transports it currently operated. The costs of this fleet and to the national defense in general. would certainly gag Tunner’s chain of command, which could With this kind of support, things moved quickly. Even as be counted on to block his recommendations. So, Tunner’s plan Tunner was settling into his new office at Scott, President was to get officials more sympathetic to his vision of “Big Air- Eisenhower flanked the Air Force and Defense Department lift” to take airlift planning away from the Air Force and get by chartering a committee to articulate future airlift policies, some new rubber on the ramp. with Shea serving as its technical and conceptual expert. While Fortunately for Tunner, there existed a small gallery of in- that mill churned, Tunner coaxed White and Army Chief of fluential leaders interested in modernizing MATS. On his own staff, John Shea would give Tunner’s raw vision intellectual Story continued on page 16 >>>

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 15 Story continued from page 15 and fed Rivers the data and questions he needed to keep things Staff Gen. Lyman Lemnitzer to authorize the conduct of what heading toward the conclusion he wanted -- expansion and was for then a gigantic airlift exercise in the spring of 1960. modernization of MATS. This exercise, Big Slam/Puerto Pine, would involve the move- Having risen to be the Under Secretary of Defense, James Doug- ment of about 29,000 troops and 11,000 tons of cargo into and las directed Defense Department testimony, which highlighted back out of Puerto Rico from airfields all over the continental Army witnesses declaring the inadequacy of the Air Force’s air- United States. Tunner, being Tunner, helped lift program for their mobility requirements. Lemnitzer get over his initial reluctance to Lemnitzer rocked the room when he an- provide so many troops by offering to let the nounced that the Army wanted enough airlift Marines share some of the glory. The Army to move the 25,000 troops and 50,000 tons of then came through. Last, but critically, Shea cargo of two infantry divisions to anywhere worked with Rivers’ chief of staff, Robert on the planet in 30 days. Given the capabilities Smart, to organize national airlift hearings of the propeller-driven airlift fleet of the day, in conjunction with Big Slam/Puerto Pine. the Air Force said flatly that it was an impos- President Eisenhower set the stage for the sible task. But, of course, that was Rivers’ point hearings by releasing his airlift commit- -- the airlift fleet had to be modernized to meet tee report, “The Role of MATS in Peace and its obligations. War,” in February 1960. This report laid out Big Slam/Puerto Pine made that point in nine “presidentially approved courses of ac- spades. Starting on March 14, over 400 MATS tion,” which articulated the foundations of transports groaned into the air with maxi- the modern air mobility system, then and mum loads. C-118s and C-121s carried troops, now. The actions addressed the equipage but left behind their ammunition and even and operation of MATS, the integration gas masks to save weight. C-124 Globemas- of the Air Force Reserve and Air National ter IIs, the most numerous transports in the Guard into the airlift program, and Civil Re- fleet, loaded up trucks, towed howitzers and serve Air Fleet composition and contracting Gen. William H. Tunner at the height of other equipment, and lumbered off at 180 procedures. For the first time, the country his career. (U.S. Air Force photo). knots. The few dozen C-133s available took on had a cohesive plan for organizing and op- prime movers, medium artillery, and the like, erating all of the major elements of the airlift capabilities as- and whistled over the Globemasters at turbine altitudes and 280 signed to the Air Force, thanks in large part to Shea’s inputs. knots. To maximize the flow of people and cargo, aircrews flew On March 8, Rivers opened the Hearings on National Mili- 30-hour crew days and everyone worked 84-hour weeks. tary Airlift. After announcing that the hearings would consider Just to keep things interesting, the weather was atrocious and “all pertinent aspects of national airlift,” he proceeded to make dangerous; some of the worst anyone could remember. Pilots and sure that Army requirements and the President’s report got all navigators used their radars not to miss thunderstorms, but to the spotlights. Shea and Smart orchestrated the hearing docket line up perpendicular to squall lines before punching through

Gen. William H. Tunner at the height of his career. (U.S. Air Force photo).

1607th Air Transport Wing Operations Center, about 1960. (U.S. Air Force photo).

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 16 Clockwise from top left: Early C-141As of 436th Airlift Wing, MAC, at Brisbane Airport, Australia, supporting the visit of President Lyndon B. Johnson, 22 October 1966. (U.S. Air Force photo). Lucius Mendel Rivers. (Archive photo). C-124 Globemaster II engine maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo). The big boy of Big Slam; at the time of the exercise MATS operated a small fleet of these C-133s, which were capable of loading all but the Army’s heaviest tanks and mechanized artillery. (U.S. Air Force photo).

them. Those flying without radar just plowed in and hoped they outsiders. But, the fight between Rivers and the Air Force over were flying through the lines and not along them. Two weeks the size and composition of the fleet continued through the mid- later, the mission was accomplished. No planes had crashed, but 1970s in a series of hearings. Vinson and, later, Sam Nunn made the command was full of aircraft down for maintenance, exhaust- sure that Lockheed produced the airlift fleet until the 1990s, when ed and shaken aircrews, and worn-out people. It was, in short, politics and mission requirements pushed the C-17 to the fore. on the verge of a breakdown, and Tunner and his minions made Tunner and Shea became walk-of-fame heroes for the air mo- that crystal clear to all the congressmen, generals, civilian VIPs, bility community though, as summarized by retired Lt. Gen. and reporters watching events in Puerto Rico or flying down the Devol Brett, Tunner was viewed in other parts of the Air Force airlift stream itself. as a “maverick who went against his wartime buddies.” For us Rivers hammered that message home when the hearings re- today, the record of these hearings should spark potentially convened. If MATS was almost broken by a lift to Puerto Rico, it painful discussion of how much institutional and professional certainly had no capacity to move Army units or Air Force tacti- risk is necessary or appropriate to advocate our chosen arm in cal wings to overseas trouble spots—the message was irrefutable. a service that doesn’t always get “it.” So, after a little more wrangling with the Air Force, Rivers and Tunner got what they wanted all along -- money and a plan to Additional Reading modernize the airlift fleet. In a precedent-setting move, Rivers My own book, Air Mobility: A Brief History of the American Expe- got an initial appropriation of $310 million and then TOLD the rience, contains several chapters detailing the precedents, work- Air Force exactly what it would buy: $50 million to start devel- ings, and outcomes of these milestone hearings, and its footnotes opment of what would become the amazing C-141; $170 million are as good a bibliography as any available on the subject. Tun- to buy 50 C-130Es; and $100 million to buy several dozen C-135 ner’s autobiography, Over the Hump (AF History and Museums), transports. presents his view of events, though laced by his sly self-justifica- To keep the Air Force from using these acquisitions as justifica- tions. Frederick C. Thayer gives an insider’s account of Shea and tions to reduce its purchases of more capable transports, the ap- Tunner’s machinations in Air Transport Policy and National Security propriations act specified that the C-130s would be passed on to (University of North Carolina, 1965). Finally, Robert A. Slayton’s, the Tactical Air Command and the C-135s to non-airlift missions, Master of the Air: William Tunner and the Success of Military Airlift once newer aircraft became available. (University of Alabama), is the most detailed account of Tunner’s 1607th Air Transport Wing Operations Center, about 1960. (U.S. Air Force photo). And, so, modern airlift was birthed through the collusion life, but it also is something of a hagiography in its unstinting of a few rogue Air Force officers and a gallery of powerful praise of this “amazing” man.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 17 Airlift/Tanker Association HALL OF FAME “The men and women of the United States Air Force and our mobility forces, are trained and ready to deploy anywhere in the world in defense of our country. It is their unselfish sacrifice, untiring efforts and outstanding achievements that have contributed immensely to the establishment and to the maintenance of peace in the free world. Not only are their efforts and achievements attained during times of conflict, but they also occur during acts of natural disaster and humanitarian relief efforts. The balance of power and our freedom has been and will continue to be achieved and built on the “Wings of Freedom.” The Airlift/Tanker Association wishes to recognize and honor those men and women who have distinguished themselves by outstanding performance above and beyond their duties as members of the United States Air Force. It is for this purpose that the “Airlift/Tanker Hall of Fame” has been established.”

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 18 Lt. Gen. William H. Tunner

His vision for airlift’s role in national defense earned him recognition as “The Father of Military Airlift Command.” During World War II, he commanded the India-China division of the Air Transport Command, which was responsible for supplying China by air across the Himalayas. He also commanded the Combined U.S. Air Force/Royal Air Force Berlin Airlift Operation and during the Korean War, the Combat Cargo Command, Far East Air Forces. From July 1958 to May 1960, he served as Commander, Military Air Transport Service. Later assignments included Commander in Chief, United States Air Forces in Europe and Deputy Chief of Staff for Opera- tions, Headquarters U.S. Air Force. INDUCTED 1989 (1906-1983)

Donald W. Douglas

Engineer, visionary, and entrepreneur, his aircraft designs revolutionized commercial and military air transport. While the Douglas DC-3 and DC-4 passenger carriers became the C-47 and C-54, the workhorse transports of World War II, it was his C-124 that provided Military Air Transport Service, and later Military Airlift Command, with the first aircraft designed specifically for strategic military airlift. With its ease of loading, heavy lift capacity, and trans-ocean delivery capability, the C-124 made its mark during the Korean War. The Douglas Aircraft military legacy lives on in the McDonnell Douglas-designed, Boeing-built C-17 Globemaster III. INDUCTED 1990 (1892-1981)

Gen. Laurence S. Kuter

Commanding the Atlantic Division of the Army Air Force’s Air Transport Command (ATC) in 1945, he oversaw the consolidation of resources from several of ATC’s wartime divisions into a new Atlantic Division responsible for the airlift service between the United States and Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. As the first Commander, Military Air Transport Service (MATS), June 1948 to November 1951, he consolidated under MATS assets from ATC and the Naval Air Transport Service and he defined and interpreted the future airlift role for the Department of Defense. INDUCTED 1990 (1905-1979)

Lt. Gen. Harold L. George

Recognized as the “First Leader of Airlift,” he commanded the Air Corps Ferrying Command from April 1942 to June 1942 and its successor organization, the Air Transport Command, from June 1942 to September 1946. In those positions, he directed the wartime movement of planes, passengers, and supplies from the United States to combat units around the world. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Carl A. “Tooey” Spaatz remarked in 1947 that Gen. George’s “masterful, diplomatic and successful operation of the Air Transport Command gained (for) the Army Air Forces an international reputation for the ability to accomplish the seemingly INDUCTED 1991 (1917-1986) impossible.”

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 19 Maj. Gen. Cyrus Rowlett “C.R.” Smith

In April 1942, he resigned as President and Director of American Airlines to enter the Army with a commission as colonel in the Air Corps Ferrying Command, which two months later become the Air Transport Command (ATC). As ATC’s Chief of Staff and Deputy Commander, he applied his commercial air transport experiences to the wartime, worldwide expansion of military airlift operations. He was principally responsible for convincing the War Department to make ATC the agent for strategic airlift. As a result, by the end of 1943 the Command was operating over air routes in the United States and overseas totaling more than 130,000 miles. Inducted 1992 (1899-1990)

Lt. Gen. Ira E. Eaker

Airpower visionary and pioneer, he secured approval of the Chief of the Air Corps, refined air refueling procedures, and selected planes and crews for the “Question Mark” record- setting endurance flight of 150 hours, 40 minutes in January 1929. Serving as the mission’s chief pilot, he took air refueling to the next step by conceiving, organizing, and conducting, from August to September 1929, the “Boeing Hornet Shuttle,” the first nonstop transcontinental flight sustained solely by air refuelings. Through those two flights, he significantly advanced the development of air refueling and greatly expanded the possibilities of airpower. (1896-1997) Inducted 1993

Gen. Robert E. “Dutch” Huyser

Although a bomber pilot most of his career, he became - as Commander in Chief, Military Airlift Command from July 1979 to June 1981 – the Air Force’s primary advocate for airlift modernization and a visionary for mobility forces. He pushed forward the C-5 wing modification, C-141 stretch, air refueling modernization, and Civil Reserve Air Fleet enhancement programs. He also championed and helped define the Future Airlift Aircraft Program that would eventually become the C-17. In retirement he continued to support the mobility community through the Airlift Association serving as its chairman from November 1985 to November 1992. Inducted 1994 (1924-1997)

Lt. Gen. Joseph Smith

Although he served in the U.S. military for 35 years, from 1923 to 1958, it was not until 1948 that he began to make his mark as an Airlifter. As commander of the Berlin Airlift Task Force, he established the airlift flow into and out of the city. In November 1951, he took command of the Military Airlift Transport Service (MATS) where, over the next six and one-half years, he oversaw establishment of MATS as the single manager operating agency for airlift service, the Civil Reserve Air Fleet, and the Airlift Service Industrial Fund. Under his command, MATS supported the Korean War, the Suez Crisis, and the Hungarian Refugee Evacuation. (1901-1993) Inducted 1995

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 20 Nancy Harkness Love

An aviation pioneer, she earned her pilot’s license in 1930 at the age of 16 and her air transport rating in 1933. In 1942 she was instrumental in establishing, under Air Transport Com- mand (ATC), the Women’s Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron, a predecessor unit to the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots, the WASP, serving with the ATC Ferrying Division, she oversaw the training, planning and operations of six WASP ferrying squadrons. Under her leadership the WASP moved during, World War II, thousands of aircraft between factories and operational units, thus freeing their male comrades for combat duty. She received the Air Medal for her (1914-1976) wartime service. Inducted 1996

Gen. William G. Moore, Jr.

A veteran of three wars - World War II, Korean, and Southwest Asia - with nearly 40 years of military service, he conceived, planned and directed a wide variety of combat aerial delivery methodologies. While commanding the 314th Troop Carrier Wing and the 839th Air Divi- sion (AD) from 1962 to 1963, he conducted project “Close Look,” which set the foundation for many of today’s airlift tactics and procedures. As commander of the 834th AD, he was responsible for tactical airlift in Vietnam, and from April 1977 to June 1979, he commanded the Military Airlift Command. He is the Airlift/Tanker Association’s senior founding member. Inducted 1997 (1920-2012)

“There is no question what the roll of honor in America is. The roll of honor consists of the names of those who have squared their conduct by ideals of duty.” - Woodrow Wilson

Col. Joe M. Jackson

Mobility warrior and national hero, he was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions on 12 May 1968 at Kham Duc, South Vietnam, a U.S. Special Forces camp near the Laotian border. Piloting his C-123 at 9,000 feet over the camp, he descended at 4,000 feet per minute to rescue three combat controllers who had been in charge of evacuating the camp earlier in the day. Encountering intense enemy fire at 4,000 feet that followed the aircraft down the runway, and narrowly avoiding a hit from a 122-mm rocket, he turned for take-off as the three-man team jumped aboard through the open rear cargo door. Again, on ascent, his aircraft encountered heavy enemy fire. Inducted 1997 (1923-2019)

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 21 Sgt. John L. Levitow

He received the Medal of Honor for his selfless heroism on the night of 24 February 1969 while serving as loadmaster on an AC-47 gunship over Long Binh, South Vietnam. An enemy 82-mm mortar shell landed on top of the gunship’s right wing. Exploding inside the wing frame, the blast raked the fuselage with shrapnel severely wounding him and three other crew members in the rear of the aircraft. Weak from loss of blood and with only partial use of his legs, he pulled an unconscious crew member away from the open cargo door and then grabbed a loose, burning flare and threw it overboard seconds before it exploded. Inducted 1998 (1945-2000)

“Lead me, follow me, or get out of the way” - Gener al George Patton

Col. Gail S. Halvorsen

During the Berlin Airlift, also called Operation VITTLES, he instituted Operation LITTLE VIT- TLES by dropping small parachutes laden with candy from his C-54 aircraft to the children of Berlin. While motivating Berliners to never give up hope, his self-initiated act of kindness - which earned him the nickname “Candy Bomber” – also became a symbol of U.S. resolve during the Cold War. Receiving in 1949 the prestigious Cheney Award for his actions during the Berlin Airlift, he has continued to serve as a national ambassador of goodwill. For airlift- ers he epitomizes their humanitarian spirit and continues to inspire us all to serve others. Inducted 1999 (1920)

Maj. Gen. Winston P. “Wimpy” Wilson

He rose from an aircraft mechanic in the Arkansas National Guard in 1929 to lead the Air National Guard (ANG) from 1953 to 1963 and the National Guard Bureau from 1963 to 1971. By insisting on realistic training for the ANG, according to active duty Air Force standards, and equipping it with modern-day transports, tankers, and fighters, he transformed the Air Guard from a flying club into a prized, combat-ready component of the Air Force. His initiatives led directly to the Defense Department’s Total Force policy. Inducted 2000

(1911-1996)

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 22 Master Sgt. Roy W. Hooe

An aviation pioneer of huge historical stature, he served as aircraft mechanic for Billy Mitch- ell during aerial gunnery and bombing tests in 1921; Charles Lindbergh for the “Spirit of Saint Louis” goodwill mission to Mexico City in 1927; and Carl Spaatz and Ira Eaker on the “Question Mark” record-setting endurance flight in 1929, for which he was awarded the Dis- tinguished Service Cross. During his 30-year aviation career, he also served as crew chief for other aviation heroes, including Lester Maitland, Albert Hagenberger, and Amelia Earhart. Inducted 2001 (1892-1973)

Gen. Carl A. “Tooey” Spaatz

World War I fighter pilot, World War II Commander of Air Forces in Europe and the Pacific, first Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force in 1947, and air refueling pioneer, he commanded the “Question Mark” - a U.S. Army C-2A Fokker transport aircraft - in its record-setting endurance flight of 150 hours, 40 minutes in January 1929. This mission proved that aerial refueling was safe and practical and earned him the Distinguished Flying Cross. The flight also helped prove that airpower was no longer a barnstorming sideshow but a serious component of national defense. Inducted 2002 (1891-1974)

John F. Shea

Serving as Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Plans, Headquarters Military Airlift Command (1960-1983), he helped conceive, develop, and bring to fruition numerous airlift enhancement and modernization programs including the C-5 wing modification, the C-141 stretch, and the addition of emergency cargo conversion features to wide-bodied commercial passenger aircraft in the Civil Reserve Air Fleet, additionally, his vision and expertise in air mobility helped shape the National Airlift Expansion Act, which provided the legislative foundations for joint - military and commercial - aircraft development. Inducted 2003 (1919-1996)

Maj. Gen. James I. “Bagger” Baginski

In his 30 years in the Air Force (1954-1984), he served in a variety of leadership roles, from commander, 374th Tactical Airlift Wing to HQ Military Airlift Command Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations and Personnel. He had a direct, pervasive, and long-lasting influence on air mobility, from the C-5 modernization and C-141 stretch programs to enhanced aircraft and aircrew air refueling capabilities. As Director of Mobility, Joint Deployment Agency, he advanced the services’ joint transportation planning policy, systems, and procedures. An Airlift/Tanker Association (A/TA) founding member and Board of Advisors Chairman, he helped lead the A/TA in transitioning from a reunion type airlift organization to a professional air mobility association. At his induction into the A/TA Hall of Fame, he had dedicated 50 years service to the air mobility mission. Inducted 2005 (1932-2013)

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 23 Gen. Duane H. Cassidy

Instrumental in establishing the United States Transportation Command, he was Commander- in-Chief (1987-1989) of the new joint command, while serving as Commander-in-Chief of Mili- tary Airlift Command (1985-1989). The first “dual-hatted” Commander-in-Chief for these two commands, transforming the transportation and air mobility mission, culture, and history. Responsible for military airlift and global land, sea, and air transportation for all US fighting forces and also commanded special operations, rescue, weather, and aeromedical evacuation in his role as the executive director of the Single Manager Operating Agency for Department of Defense Airlift. During his 35 years of honorable service, he lent support to a broad spectrum of initiatives that included improved quality of life, aircrew retention, and spearheading the acquisition of the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft. Inducted 2006 (1933-2016)

Aeromedical Evacuation Legacy Team

Aeromedical Evacuation is a core mission of the Air Mobility Command and a major component of its proud heritage. Evacuating injured personnel using fixed and rotary wing aircraft revolutionized the rapid transport of casualties from areas with inadequate or no medical care. The Aeromedical Evacuation Legacy Team exemplifies this vital mission and the total force concept transparent in today’s mobility air forces. Lt. Gen. Paul Carlton, Col. Dennis “Bud” Traynor, Col. Regina Aune, Col. Robert “Bob” Brannon, Col. Jay Johannigman, Lt. Reba Whittle, Chief Master Sgt. Rodney Christa and Master Sgt. Mark McElroy epitomize the thousands of AE professionals who continue to give hope to all in harm’s way. The vision and dedication exhibited by these individuals advanced performance to a level where “No One Else Comes Close.” Inducted 2007

Maj. Gen. Robert B. Patterson

A champion for special operations and realistic combat training. General Patterson played an integral role in modernizing Air Force Special Operations and Combat Rescue. As Military Airlift Command’s on-scene Commander for Airlift Forces he was the senior Air Force officer on Grena- da during combat operations of URGENT FURY, the rescue of medical students and removal of Cuban POWs. The consummate airlifter, he commanded the 21st and 23rd Air Forces, a Tactical Squadron and two Airlift Wings, and was the first commander of Air Force Special Operations Command. His 317th Tactical Airlift Wing won Military Airlift Command’s international airdrop competition (Volant Rodeo). Based on his South East Asia combat experience in AC-130s, he pioneered Night Vision goggle integration into Military Airlift Command units. Upon approval and support of the Commander of Military Airlift Command, he established the first Combat Control Group and Pararescue Squadron, now known as Special Tactics. Inducted 2008 (1933)

Pioneers of Aerial Refueling

Two aviation events during the 1920s had a significant Impact on air mobility. During June 1923, U.S. Army Air Service aviators flew two Dehavilland DH-4 aircraft on four missions designed to prove the viability of air-to-air refueling. The first mission lasted 6 hours and 38 minutes and transferred 75 gallons of fuel. The third mission involved 14 air refuelings, with the Receiver aircraft staying aloft for 37 hours and 20 minutes. The final flight on October 25 involved an operational mission covering 1,280 miles from Suma, WA to San Diego, CA. The Airlift/Tanker Association proudly honors these aviators for their efforts proving the feasibility of air refueling: Tanker Crew #1: 1 Lt. Virgil Hine and 1 Lt. (Col.) Frank W. Seifert; Tanker Crew #2: Capt. Robert G. Erwin and 1 Lt. Oliver R. McNeel; Receiver Crew: Capt. (Col.) Lowell H. Smith and 1 Lt. John Paul Richter. Inducted 2009

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 24 Pioneers of Aerial Refueling

The second significant air refueling event occurred January 1-7, 1929, with the flight of the Question Mark. The Question Mark, a U.S. Army Air Corps Fokker C-2A aircraft and two Douglas C-1 Aircraft took to the skies to prove that aircraft range and endurance was only limited by aircrew endurance. Utilizing both tanker aircraft, the Question Mark completed 43 refueling contacts, onloaded 5,660+ gallons of fuel and stayed aloft 150 hours and 40 minutes. The Airlift/Tanker Association proudly honors these aviators for their efforts proving the feasibility of air refueling: Tanker Crew #1: Capt. Ross G. Hoyt, 1 Lt. Auby C. Strickland, and 2 Lt. Irwin A. Woodring. Tanker Crew #2: 1 Lt. Odas Moon, 2 Lt. Joseph G. Hopkins, and 2 Lt. Andrew F. Salter. Question Mark Crew: Maj. Carl A. Spaatz, Capt. Ira C. Eaker, 1 Lt. Harry A. Halverson, 2 Lt. Elwood R. Quesada and Sgt. Roy Hooe. Inducted 2009

Gen. Thomas M. Ryan, Jr.

Gen. Tom Ryan was a natural leader known for his integrity, selfless commitment to the mobility mission and his people and their families. During his leadership tours as Vice Commander (1977-81) and then Commander (1983-85) of the Military Airlift Command, Gen. Ryan presided over mobility operations in support of many significant national and international crises and humanitarian and disaster relief efforts. He oversaw the codification of Airlift Doctrine in support of the combatant commands. Gen. Ryan drove the development and publication of the first U.S. Air Force Airlift Master Plan. He was a huge proponent of increasing the role the Air Reserve Component and worked to transfer C-5 and C-141 aircraft to Air Reserve units. A selfless leader and mentor, he was always the first to highlight the accomplishments of his commanders and airmen. His behind-the-scenes leadership and advocacy helped bring about mobility cultural changes that we take for granted today. Inducted 2011 (1928)

“Great men, unknown to their generation, have their fame among the great who have preceded them, and all true worldly fame subsides from their high estimate beyond the stars.” - Henry David Thoreau

Sgt. William H. Pitsenbarger

Sgt. Pitsenbarger exemplified the highest professional standards and tradition of military service. In 1965, he was assigned as a pararescue crew member to Det 6, 39th Air Res- cue and Recovery Squadron, Bien Hoa Air Base, Vietnam. He participated in almost 300 rescue missions. On April 11, 1966, then Airman First Class Pitsenbarger took part in a rescue mission to extract Army casualties pinned down by intense enemy fire. Arriving on scene, he volunteered to be hoisted down from the rescue helicopter to the ground in order to organize and coordinate rescue efforts, care for the wound, and evacuate casualties. During an enemy assault, he repeatedly exposed himself to enemy fire to care for the wounded. While resisting the enemy attack he was fatally wounded. For his conspicuous gallantry, Airman Pitsenbarger was awarded the Medal of Honor. Inducted 2012 (1944-1966)

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 25 Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman

As commander, United States Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman inspired and drove unprecedented organizational transformation that made a lasting impact on global mobility. Recognizing the importance of a strong commercial air and sealift industry, he revitalized and strengthened both of these critical programs. Under his leadership, AMCs Airlift and Air Refueling Forces proved unprecedented support for high visibility contingency and humanitarian actions around the globe. As the 16th Chief of Staff of the Air Force, he was the driving force behind developing the service’s core values of integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do. Gen. Fogleman’s selfless devotion, patrio- tism and visionary leadership transformed the U.S. Air Force into the premier air and space force of the 21st century. Inducted 2013 (1942)

“The talent of success is nothing more than doing what you can do well, and doing well whatever you do without thought of fame. If it comes at all it will come because it is deserved, not because it is sought after.” - Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Col. Earl B. Young

Col. Young’s Air Force career spanned the formative years of air mobility. His insight and dedication proved instrumental in establishing the early organization charged with providing airlift support to the nation. As the Air Transport Command (ATC) Chief of Plans, he was directly involved at the end of WWII in the debate over where airlift resources should be managed and maintained. With the establishment of the Department of Defense in 1947, Col. Young was responsible for consolidating airlift resources under one organization that he named the Military Air Transport Service. On March 28, 1951, 18th Air Force was established with Col. Young as the first commander. Nine medium Troop Carrier Wings and later 2 Heavy Troop Carrier Wings were assigned to 18th Air Force. Col. Young’s exceptional leadership and vision at a pivotal time for the Air Force made a lasting impact on air mobility. Inducted 2014 (1913-2015)

C-17 Pathfinder Loadmasters

The C-17 Pathfinder Loadmasters – CMSgt (Ret) William M. Cannon, CMSgt Marion D. Finch- er, CMSgt James Lis, CMSgt Mark A. Smith, MSgt (Ret) Theodore R. Venturini, And CMSgt Michael M. Welch – provided unparalleled leadership and expertise to produce the first cargo transport aircraft specifically designed for one loadmaster operation. Their unique back- grounds were critical to ensuring the one loadmaster aircrew concept became a reality. These loadmasters authored the mission systems volume, supported major C-17 design reviews, participated in the C-X source selection, worked as requirements managers at HQ Military Airlift Command and the system program office, and participated in the flight test program. The efforts of this key group of loadmasters led to revolutionary design improvements on the C-17 Globemaster III and the advancement of America’s airlift capability. Inducted 2015

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 26 Sir Alan Cobham, KBE, AFC

Sir Alan was an aviation pioneer and a significant contributor to air mobility through his historic aerial refueling experiments. He earned his pilot wings with the RAF during WWI. Following the war, he became the first aviator to successfully conduct a round-trip flight to India. This experience convinced him of the value of air-to-air refueling. In 1934, Cobham founded Flight Refueling Ltd to develop aerial refueling equipment. By 1939, FRL had per- fected the looped hose system that was used to support 16 non-stop transatlantic mail missions. In March 1949, four KC-29M tankers using FRL air refueling equipment supported the first non-stop around the world flight of a B-50 bomber. In May 1952, KB-29 tankers refueled 12 F-84E fighters on the first USAF combat mission to use aerial refueling. Sir Alan’s innovative spirit resulted in operational aerial refueling products that fundamentally changed how (1894-1973) air power is employed. Inducted 2016

Maj. Gen. Paul L. Williams

Maj. Gen. Williams was one of the Air Force’s most experienced airborne tacticians. He was awarded his pilot wings in Feb 1918 and served in pursuit, bomber and training squadrons. During WWII, he planned the employment of Air Transport Squadrons supporting the invasion of North Africa. He commanded the 51st Troop Carrier Wing and planned the airborne portion of the invasion of Sicily. In Feb 1944, he was named commanding general, IX Troop Carrier Command. On D-Day, he directed an air armada of more than 1,000 C-47s and 900 gliders. His theater transport forces became a reliable mainstay as the Allies advanced from Normandy into Germany. He directed Operation Varsity that included the largest single day airborne drop in history. Following the war, Williams commanded 3rd and 9th Air Force. General Williams’ innovation developing tactics for airborne operations set the foundation for AMC’s airdrop capability. Inducted 2017 (1894-1968)

Gen. Walter Kross

His visionary leadership molded America’s global reach for the 21st century. Yet he always credited the team. As USTRANSCOM’s director of operations, he managed the deployment of U.S. combat power to the middle east during the Persian Gulf War. In 1992, he stood up Air Mobility Command, then served as its first Vice Commander. As Commander United States Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, he kept the C-17 Program on track. He modernized the C-5 and KC-135 fleets to meet Global Air Space demands. He advanced cargo operations by fielding the 60K Tunner and 45K Halvorsen loaders. He was relentless in recognizing the impact of both the total force and, even more, the enlisted force in global mobility operations. General Kross’ noteworthy accomplishments were instrumental to today’s (1942) mobility enterprise. Inducted 2018

The Air Transportation Career Field

Air Mobility starts and ends on the ground, entrusted in the hands of an Air Force Air Trans- portation Specialist. Port Dawgs across the globe are on point every day making rapid global mobility a reality for our nation. From its Army beginnings as Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 967 to today’s 2T2X1, those serving today draw great strength from the rich legacy left by a generation of selfless Airmen that set the standard for excellence in meeting national security objectives. From combat support operations to humanitarian and disaster relief operations, the unsung heroes of the air transportation community safely move personnel and cargo through an expansive global network, ensuring that the right effect is delivered to the right place at the right time. The amazing total force members of this unique career field repre- sent a critical component in a responsive and reliable airlift system that sustains United States national security. Inducted 2019

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 27 DELIVERING TOMORROW’S SENIOR LEADER COMMUNICATION CAPABILITIES TODAY

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 28 2020 Airlift/Tanker Association AWARDS

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 29 YOUNG LEADERSHIP AWARDS The Airlift/Tanker Association Young Leadership Award is presented annually to twelve individuals who have displayed performance excellence, outstanding professional skill, knowledge and leadership in fulfillment of their duties.

Tech. Sgt. Jacob M. Burton Year, and the Airlift/Tanker Association General Robert E. “Dutch” Tech. Sgt. Jacob M. Burton is a KC- Huyser Boom Operator of the Year. His decorations include the Air 46A and KC-135R/T Flight Test Boom Medal with 3 oak leaf clusters (OLC), the Aerial Achievement Med- Operator and Noncommissioned Of- al with 2 OLC, the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force ficer in Charge of Tanker Programs, Achievement Medal, the Meritorious Unit Award with 6 OLC, assigned to the 412th Operations the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terror Expe- Group, Edwards Air Force Base, Cali- ditionary Service medal with 3 OLC and the North Atlantic Treaty fornia. He is responsible for ensuring Organization Non- Article 5 Medal. Sergeant Burton is married to standardization throughout the Stan- Becca Burton and has two children. dards and Evaluations sections of 11 squadrons and executing developmental test for legacy and next-generation tanker aircraft. He was born Capt. Andrew M. Cady in Salt Lake City, Utah, and attended Capt. Andrew M. Cady is an op- Canyon Ridge High School at Twin Falls, Idaho. Sergeant Burton en- erations research officer assigned to the listed in the Air Force under the Delayed Enlistment Program and Headquarters Air Mobility Command was called to active duty in August 2010. Directorate of Analyses, Assessments Upon completion of basic military training, Tech. Sgt. Burton at- and Lessons Learned, Scott Air Force tended technical training as an inflight refueling specialist at Altus Base, Illinois. He is 28 years old and mar- Air Force Base, Oklahoma, where he accomplished his initial aircraft ried to Irina Cady. Capt. Cady was born qualification on the KC-135R. He was then assigned to McConnell Air in Minnetonka, Minnesota. Force Base, Kansas, and began fulfilling roles in the squadron schedul- In 2010, he graduated from Min- ing, training and command sections. Tech. Sgt. Burton deployed four netonka High School, where he excelled times in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and INHER- in cross country skiing. Capt. Cady at- ENT RESOLVE. During his deployments, he flew 96 combat sorties tended the United States Air Force Acad- during which he performed numerous KC-135 mission types including emy where he was commissioned as a global reach and special operations air refueling. distinguished graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree in economics In January 2016, Tech. Sgt. Burton was selected for special assign- and a minor in Arabic. ment to Edwards Air Force Base, California. He has led the way in Capt. Cady earned his PhD in policy analysis from the Pardee RAND developmental test for legacy and next-generation aerial refueling Graduate School in 2017. His dissertation was titled “Using the National capabilities for the Department of Defense and its international Training Center Instrumentation System to aid Simulation-Based Acqui- partners. Most notably, Tech. Sgt. Burton served as the 418th Flight sition.” He was then assigned to Headquarters Air Mobility Command Test Squadron’s Noncommissioned Officer in Charge of KC-46A Directorate of Analyses, Assessments and Lessons Learned, Scott Air programs and managed the team of 15 KC-46A flight test boom op- Force Base, Illinois. erators, overseeing 27 developmental test programs. During this assignment he deployed to the CENTCOM Deployment Tech. Sgt. Burton graduated from the Community College of the and Distribution Operations Center in Arifjan, Kuwait, where he worked Air Force Aviation Operations Program and has earned numerous on describing, forecasting and optimizing the CENTCOM joint logistics awards including Airman Leadership School Distinguished Gradu- enterprise. ate, Airman Leadership School Academic Achievement, Operations Group Airman of the Year, Operations Group Team of the Year , Aerial Refueling Section Team of the Year, Operations Group Inno- vation Team of the Year, Operations Group Aircrew Member of the

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 30 Capt. David Y. Chan Capt. David Chan is an Air Mobil- ity Liaison Officer assigned to the 621st Mobility Support Operations Squadron, Joint Base McGuire-Dix- “So nigh is Grandeur Lakehurst, New Jersey. He is 31 years old. Capt. Chan was born in Houston, to our dust, Texas and graduated high school from Culver Military Academy in 2006. Capt. Chan went on to graduate from so near is God to man, the United States Air Force Academy in 2011 with a degree in Behavioral Sci- when Duty whispers low, ence – Human Factors, and has since been on active duty for nine years. He ‘thou must,’ the youth attended Undergraduate Pilot Train- ing at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, graduating in 2012. replies, ‘I can.’” Capt. Chan was first assigned to the 15th Airlift Squadron, Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, where he served as Squadron Tac- - Ralph Waldo Emerson tics Officer, and C-17 Globemaster III pilot, ensuring safe, precise and reliable delivery of cargo worldwide. He has flown a variety of mission sets in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and INHERENT RESOLVE. Capt. Chan is currently stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, where he supports the 1st Cavalry Division in air mobility operations as an Air Mobility Liaison Officer. In this capacity he provides training, advice and assistance with the safe and efficient implementation of Capt. Andrew M. Doenitz Air Mobility capabilities to sister service partners. In his most recent Capt. Andrew M. Doenitz is the deployment, he served as the Air Mobility Liaison Officer to United 22nd Operations Group Executive Of- States Forces-Afghanistan. Capt.Chan is the 2019 Company Grade Officer of the Year for the ficer and a KC-46 Initial Operational 621st Contingency Response Wing, the United States Air Force Expe- Test and Evaluation Instructor Pilot ditionary Center and Air Mobility Command. His military awards in the 344th Air Refueling Squadron, include the Air Medal, the Air force Aerial Achievement Medal, the McConnell Air Force Base Kansas. In Joint Service Commendation Medal with “C” Device, the Air Force his role as an Executive Officer, Capt. Commendation Medal with OLC, and Army Combat Action Badge Doenitz serves as a primary advisor converted to Air Force Combat Action Medal. and consultant to the commander. His duties also include assisting with the initial launch of the USAF’s new- est tanker aircraft. Capt. Doenitz grew up in Plymouth, Michigan, graduating from Father Gabriel Richard Catholic High School. He earned his commission through Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detach- “If your actions ment 380, Western Michigan University. Capt. Doenitz attended Joint Specialized Undergraduate Pilot inspire others to dream Training at Vance Air Force Base, Oklahoma, and was the Distin- guished Graduate of his KC-135R/T Initial Qualification class at Al- more, learn more, do more tus AFB, Oklahoma. He is currently pursuing a Master of Science in aviation and Aerospace Management from Purdue University. and become more, Capt. Doenitz has flown more than 1500 hours in the KC-135R/T and KC-46A. Deployed, he has flown over thirty combat and combat you are a leader.” support missions for Operations FREEDOMS SENTINAL, INHER- - John Quincy Adams ENT RESOLVE, JUNIPER MICRON, ODYSSEY LIGHTNING, and RESOLUTE SUPPORT.

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 31 Capt. Christopher D. Fiske Capt. Christopher D. Fiske is a Mis- sile and Munitions Maintenance Of- ficer assigned to the 2d Maintenance Squadron, Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana. He was born in Memphis, “It is essential to employ, Tennessee and attended Memphis Catholic High School, where he excelled in English and arithmetic stud- trust and reward those ies, was a member of the basketball team, and graduated in 1996. Following whose perspective, ability graduation, Capt. Fiske was employed in his local community, then enlisted in and judgement are radically the Air Force as a Cruise Missile Main- tenance Technician in January 2000. different from yours. Capt. Fiske was immediately recognized as a leader among his peers as he earned Honor Graduate recog- It is also rare, for it nition from basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. Following BMT, he transitioned to technical training, where he was requires uncommon humility, awarded Top Graduate honors from the training squadron, and began to sharpen his leadership skills as a “yellow rope” student leader. tolerance and wisdom” Upon arrival at his first duty location, he maintained his momen- tum by earning recognition as the First Term Airman Center Super- - Dee Ward Hock intendent’s Award recipient, and quickly volunteered to be a member of the Barksdale Air Force Base Honor Guard. Capt. Fiske’s technical abilities led to his being hand-selected to an assignment with the 49th Test and Evaluation Squadron, facilitating Air Combat Command’s Operational Test and Evaluation and Nuclear Weapon System Evalua- tion Programs. His dedication during this time led to his being selected as Senior Airman Below-the- Zone, as well as earning Distinguished Tech. Sgt. Kalani K. Ka’auamo Graduate honors from both the Airman Leadership School and the Non- Tech. Sgt. Ka’auamo is an Aerospace Commissioned Officer Academy. He was also twice recognized as Team Medical Service Craftsman and the Barksdale’s NCO of the Quarter and earned the 53d Test and Evaluation 603d Air Operations Center, Aero- Wing’s Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award, 2009. medical Evacuation (AE) Control Team After graduating from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor NCOIC, responsible for leading a team of Science in Industrial Engineering Technology, Captai. Fiske pursued of four enlisted personal. His team commissioning through Officer Training School. He completed OTS in handles AE Command and Control June of 2013 with Distinguished Graduate recognition, Academic Hon- for two combatant commands, ensur- ors and led his classmates to be recognized as the Basic Officer Training ing continuous AE response for more School Honor Flight. Following his commissioning as a 2nd Lieuten- than 40,000 beneficiaries across the 32 ant, Capt. Fiske earned Distinguished Graduate honors from technical million square-miles in the EUCOM training at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas, on his way to an assignment theater. Technical Sergeant Ka’auamo at RAF Lakenheath, UK. During his time while deployed as the Mu- led the medical C2 of 5 Soyuz reentry nitions Flight commander to the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing, Capt. missions, coordinating the efforts of 25 aeromedical evacuation crews Fiske earned the wing’s CGO of the bi-month award and returned to and supporting Critical Care Air Transport Teams. NASA gave great home-station to also earn USAFE-AFAFRICA’s Outstanding Munitions praise for his efforts in the support of recovering 19 astronauts. and Missile Maintenance CGO of the Year 2015. He is in charge of the Air Operations Center Self Aid and Buddy Capt. Fiske was then selected to the Acquisitions and Logistics Expe- Care and Basic Life Support programs, graduating 187 students from rience Exchange Program, where he career-broadened to perform duties 24 classes this year alone. Additionally, he collaborated with the 86th as a Program Manager with the F-16 System Program Office at Hill Air Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron to develop medical technician readi- Force Base, Utah. His efforts in the USAFADS Thunderbirds and F-16 ness training at a United Kingdom hospital, increasing readiness and Foreign Military Sales led to his selection as the Air Force Life Cycle building partnerships. Tech. Sgt. Ka’auamo joined the United States Air Management Center’s Foreign Military Sales Manager of the Year 2018. Force in 2006. He is the president of Louisiana’s Logistics Officer Association Cajun After completing Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Chapter and is instrumental to the personal and professional develop- Base, Texas, Tech. Sgt. Ka’auamo accomplished his initial medical ap- ment of his fellow Airmen through facilitating the base’s Flight Com- prentice training at Sheppard Air Force Base, Texas. Throughout his manders’ Leadership Course and leading the 2d Maintenance Group’s career, Tech. Sgt. Ka’auamo has served in a variety of positions includ- monthly academics lessons. ing as an ER Technican, an Education and Training NCOIC and an AE Capt. Fiske is a recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal and has been Flight Manager. lauded for his military and civic achievements. He is married to the former Ms. Christine Carroll. They share the love and affection of three children, Ashlynn, Joseph, and Caleb.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 32 “Leadership and Staff Sgt. Ashley L. Kuvlesky Staff Sgt. Ashley L. Kuvlesky is an In- learning structor for the Basic Airborne Mission Systems Operator course assigned to the are indispensable to Career Enlisted Aviator Center of Excel- lence within the 344th Training Squad- each other.” ron, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. She was born in Canton, Ohio - John F. Kennedy and graduated from Vero Beach High School in 2005 and went on to teach professional photography and ran her own business. She began her United States Air Force journey in September 2015. Following basic and technical train- Capt. Zach R. Overbey ing, Sergeant Kuvlesky was stationed at Capt. Zach R. Overbey is a 100th Op- Robins, Air Force Base, Georgia as an E-8C Communications Systems erations Group Executive Officer and Technician. While on the E-8C “JSTARS,” she accrued over 600 flight KC-135R/T Instructor Aircraft Com- hours and 34 combat sorties supporting OPERATION ENDURING mander assigned to RAF Mildenhall, FREEDOM and OPERATION IRAQI RESOLVE. Her unwavering work UK. He is 30 years old. Capt. Overbey ethic led to her selection to serve as the first Weapons and Tactics Instruc- was born in Abilene, Texas. He attended tor Course communications project officer for a joint Marine Corps exer- Wylie High School, and graduated in cise, and solidified her unit’s choice for Senior Airman Below-The-Zone. the top twenty percent of his class. He Staff Sgt. Kuvlesky quickly upgraded to a flight instructor roll on the lettered in football two years and was E-8C. In 2018, she headed to Texas to serve as a formal training instruc- named to the Academic All-State foot- tor at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Staff Sgt. Kuvlesky took charge ball team, All-District Football Team, in the unit’s security office, managing clearances and processing for the and he was a member of National Hon- squadron’s cadre as well as annual student throughput. During that or Society for all four years. time, she also attended the Airman Leadership School and Basic Instruc- After graduating from high school, Capt. Overbey attended Hardin- tor Course, where her educational focus and drive earned her merit as Simmons University for two years to play collegiate football and attend Distinguished Graduate for both schools. classes locally in Abilene, Texas. After two years, he transferred to the Staff Sgt. Kuvlesky’s talents were again recognized and she was asked University of Notre Dame, where he joined the Detachment 225 Reserve to become the squadron’s NCOIC of Special Programs, where she and Officer Training Corps. There, he double-majored in Arabic and Political her team propelled the schoolhouse and career enlisted aviation into the Science, and graduated with Cum Laude honors and received his com- emergent realm of virtual reality training. In this role, she brought inno- mission in 2012. vative ways of learning to the forefront as a champion for the Integrated He attended pilot training at Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi, Technology Platform, Air Education and Training Command’s effort to and was selected to be a First Assignment Instructor Pilot in the T-1A provide a complete redefinition of the USAF’s approach to modernize Jayhawk in 2014. After instructing there for just over three years, he training from the ground up. Her work to advance the virtual training completed training to become a KC-135R/T Pilot and was assigned to environment, along with interactive courseware, has paved the way for RAF Mildenhall, UK for his second assignment. At RAF Mildenhall, the USAF to facilitate a more lethal force by way of innovative educa- Capt. Overbey has served as the chief of Mission Planning in Current tion in a modern learning environment for all Active Duty, Guard and Operations, as well as his current job as the 100th Operations Group Reserve forces. executive officer. Recently, he was selected for the AMC Phoenix Hori- Staff Sgt. Kuvlesky completed an Associate degree prior to joining, zon leadership program and will fly the C-130J at Yokota Air Base, Japan and has since completed her Associate of Applied Science CCAF de- later this year. gree in Information Systems Management. She is married to Master Sgt. Capt. Overbey is an active member of the Language Enabled Air- Michelle Chapman, an active duty Air Force recruiter, and they have man Program, and has attended a variety of in-person immersions in a daughter, Justice .Staff Sgt. Kuvlesky’s military awards include the SOUTHCOM and online classes. He is currently finishing his Master of Air Medal, the Air Force Achievement Medal and the Meritorious Unit Arts in International Relations from the University of Oklahoma. Award with 1 OLC. Capt. Overbey’s military awards include being named the 2019 Wing Company Grade Officer of the Year, the 2019 Squadron Instructor Pilot of the Year, the 2017 Squadron Volunteer of the Year and the 2016 Squad- ron Company Grade Officer of the Year. His decorations include the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force Achievement Medal, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award and the Special Duty Training Ribbon.

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 33 Tech. Sgt. James D. Potter “A genuine leader is Tech. Sgt. James D. Potter is the Airlift Support Function Noncom- not a searcher for missioned Officer in Charge, 18th Lo- gistics Readiness Squadron, Kadena consensus but a molder Air Base, Japan. In this capacity, he leads five military personnel in sup- of consensus.” port of the Installation Deployment Officer’s mission to prepare the 18th - Martin Luther King, Jr. Wing for deployment operations by providing 32 units cargo preparation and readiness training programs, ensuring fully qualified personnel are ready and available to support de- Tech. Sgt. Angela M. Rivera ployment operations during contingencies and exercises. Tech. Sgt. Angela M. Rivera is the Additionally, as the single special assignment airlift mission Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge validator for the 18th Wing, he validates the movement for 2,000 of Fuels Distribution, 87th Logistics passengers and 2,700 tons of cargo on 200 airlift missions annu- Readiness Squadron, Joint Base Mc- ally, directly supporting the Indo- Pacific’s Command Operations Guire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. She and Exercises. He has also deployed three times as an Air Trans- was born in Portland, Oregon and is portation expert in support of Operations IRAQI FREEDOM, NEW 35 years old. She attended Hoquiam DAWN, and ENDURING FREEDOM. High School in Washington State where Tech. Sgt. Potter was born in Winchester, Virginia and graduated she was a standout member of the var- from Jefferson County High School, Dandridge, Tennessee in 2005. sity track team and the Future Business He entered the Air Force in 2006. Sergeant Potter is married to his Leaders of America. She hosted two Eu- wife of 10 years Heather Potter. They have four children together ropean exchange students, and gradu- Cali, Carson, Addison, and Abygail. ated in 2003. After graduating high Tech. Sgt. Potter is also the recipient of the 2020 Halvorsen Award. school, she promptly enlisted in the Air Force as a Fuels Apprentice. Tech. Sgt. Rivera’s professional background includes various duties in fuels management at the unit level. Throughout her career, she has filled a myriad of roles from Fuels Distribution Operator to NCOIC of Fuels Facilities, including Squadron roles as the Unit Fitness Program Manag- er and Security Manager. Her assignments include Luke AFB, Arizona, “Men make history and not Incirlik Air Base, Turkey, and Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. Throughout her career, Tech. Sgt. Rivera has deployed 6 times in the other way around. support of various operations. Tech. Sgt. Rivera completed her CCAF in Logistics Management in In periods where there is no 2016 and received her Professional Management Certification in 2018. She was selected Squadron Non-Commissioned Officer of 3rd Quarter leadership, society stands 2019 and subsequently the 2019 Outstanding Air Force Logistics Readi- ness Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year. Her military decorations still. Progress occurs when include the Air Force Commendation Medal with 1 OLC and the Air Force Achievement Medal. courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.” “Some leaders - Harry S. Truman are born women.” - Ger aldine Ferr aro

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 34 Airman 1st Class Brandon Rose “Leadership to me Airman 1st Class Brandon Michael Rose is a Fleet Manager assigned to the means duty, honor, country. 375th Logistics Readiness Squadron, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. He is 22 It means character years old. Airman 1st Class Rose was born in Battle Creek, Michigan, in 1997. and it means listening He attended Lakeview High School and was an honor graduate for two years. from time to time.” Airman 1st Class Rose was a four-year varsity wrestler and cross-country run- - George W. Bush ner. He was also voted by his peers as captain of both the cross country and wrestling team his senior year. Upon completion of Fleet Management Technical Training at Lack- land Air Force Base, Texas, in 2018, he was assigned to Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. As a Fleet Manager, he is responsible for keeping every vehicle in the motor pool up and running, utilizing the latest computer Capt. Joseph M. Walker technology to keep track of the maintenance schedules as well as fore- Capt. Joseph Walker is a Squadron casting the long-term needs of every vehicle on base to ensure that the Flight Commander and an MC-130J Pi- vehicles are always running when they’re needed. His team oversaw 339 lot assigned to the 67th Special Opera- vehicles worth $52 million, and processed 2000 repairs, which gained tions Squadron, RAF Mildenhall, Unit- them a 98% mission capable rate, the best in AMC ed Kingdom. He is 31 years old and was Airman 1st Class Rose is active in volunteering for the community, born in Raleigh, North Carolina. He participating in 29 events in the past year, including feeding the home- attended Mississippi State University less in downtown St. Louis, Missouri, and raising over 14K to benefit obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree veterans in the local area. He is also active in the local A/ TA Chapter, in mechanical engineering and a minor assisting their Secretary during the 2019 Convention, contributing to the in aerospace studies in 2012. success of the Heritage room. Airman 1st Class Rose was selected as Capt. Walker received his Air Force Airman of the Year in 2019 for the 375th Mission Support Group. officer commission through the Reserve Officer Training Corps and graduated from Undergraduate Pilot Training at Columbus Air Force Base, Mis- sissippi in 2013. He went on to complete flying training at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. Upon his completion of training, Capt. Walker remained at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico and was assigned to the 524th Special Oper- ations Squadron as a C-146A Pilot. In 2016, Capt. Walker cross- trained to the MC-130J Commando II and attended training at Kirtland Air Force “A leader is one Base, New Mexico. Upon completion of training, he was assigned to the 67th Special Operations Squadron, Royal Air Force Mildenhall, United Kingdom flying the MC-130J. who knows the way, goes Throughout his service, Capt. Walker has flown more than 1,800 flying hours, including 193 combat hours over three deployments and a the way and shows number of TDYs, including those in support of POTUS, SECDEF and EUCOM directed actions. the way.” Capt. Walker’s leadership was recognized when he was named 352nd - John C. Maxwell Special Operations Wing Tunner Award nominee and the 67 SOS Com- pany Grade Officer of the Quarter in 2019. His decorations include the Air Force Commendation Medal, Aerial Achievement Medal, and two Air Medals with the combat device. Captain Walker is married to the former Abigail Miller.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 35 ADVANCING JADC2 AND ABMS: CONNECT AND COMMAND THE BATTLESPACE

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PILOT Maj. Patrick H. Warfel Maj. Patrick H. Warfel is a Nuclear Base, Texas; being named a 2011 Distinguished Graduate, C-17A Pilot Airlift monitor, C-17 evaluator aircraft Initial Qualification, Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma; the 2012 Junior commander with the 4th Airlift Squad- Company Grade Officer of the Year, 21st AS, Travis Air Force Base, Cali- ron (AS), Joint Base Louis-McChord fornia; and the 2013 Aircraft Commander of The Year, 21st AS, Travis (JBLM), Washington. He is a senior eval- Air Force Base, California. In 2013 he was presented the Warrior of The uator/instructor pilot with more than Year Award, also from the 21st AS, and in 2015, Maj. Warfel was the 3,300 flying hours including more than recipient of the Outstanding Contributor Award, at Squadron Officer 400 combat hours flown in the C-17A. School. He received the Pacific Air Forces Outstanding Aircrew Flight Maj. Warfel attended the United Equipment Officer award in 2015 and the Wing Staff Agency Company States Air Force Academy graduating Grade Officer of the Year, 3rd Wing in 2016. In 2018 he was awarded the with a Bachelor of Science in Meteorol- Field Grade Officer of the Year, 62nd Airlift Wing and Team McChord, at ogy in 2009. Following graduation, he JBLM, Washington. was assigned as a student pilot with Maj. Warfel’s decorations include the Air Medal, the Aerial Achieve- the 47th Student Squadron, Laughlin Air Force Base Texas. In July of ment Award, the Air Force Commendation/Army Achievement Med- 2011, Maj. Warfel became a standardization and evaluations liaison of- al, the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award with 4 devices, the Combat ficer with the 21st AS, Travis Air Force Base, California. From May 2012 Readiness Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War through January 2013 he was the squadron’s Awards and Decorations on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, and the Global War On Terrorism officer, and in May of 2013 he assumed the duties of 21st AS - Squad Service Medal. ron executive officer. While stationed at Travis, Maj. Warfel completed Squadron Officer School by correspondence. Following his assignments with the 21st AS, Maj. Warfel transferred to Joint Base Elmendorf–Richardson, Alaska. His first assignment there was Squadron Operations controller with the 517th AS. He was then assigned as an Assistant Airlift and Air Refueling director, with the 3rd Operational Support Squadron (OSS). He then moved to be the 3rd OSS “For to win one hundred Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight commander. During this assignment, Maj. Warfel attended Squadron Officer School at Maxwell Air Force victories in one hundred Base, Alabama. Upon his return, he became the Wing Executive Offi- cer with the 3rd Wing. During his time in Alaska Maj. Warfel earned a battles is not the acme of skill. Master of Science, Outdoor Adventure Sport Management from Liberty University, Virginia. To subdue the enemy wihtout Maj. Warfel then transferred to the 4th AS, JBLM where he served as the deputy chief Standardization and Evaluations, then as the 4th fighting is the acme.” AS Chief Standardization and Evaluations. In June 2019, he assumed his current position as the 4th AS Nuclear Airlift monitor. - Sun Tzu Active in the community, Maj. Warfel is a Knights of Columbus Fra- ternal Organization Member, 1st degree, and a volunteer with Wreaths Across America. Maj. Warfel achievements include the 2011 Outstanding Officership Award, Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training, Laughlin Air Force

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 38 FLIGHT ENGINEER Master Sgt. Chad A. Vickers Master Sgt. Chad A. Vickers is currently serving as the Superintendent, 305th Air Mobility Wing Commander’s “...the battle, sir, is not to the Action Group, Joint Base McGuire-Dix- Lakehurst (JBMDL), New Jersey. Master Sgt. Vickers studied for a strong alone, it is to the Bachelor of Science degree in Psychol- ogy from the University of Southern vigilant, the active and brave.” Indiana, and then enlisted in the Air - Patrick Henry Force in 2002 as a Communications/ Navigation maintenance technician for the HC-130P. In July of 2003, Master Sgt. Vickers arrived at his first permanent duty station, Moody Air Force Base, Geor- gia, where he was assigned to the 347th Aircraft Maintenance Squad- NAV IGATOR ron. He advanced to earn his craftsman 7-skill level, and twice deployed Maj. Matthew Single to Camp Lemonier, Djibouti, to support the Combined Joint Task Force Maj. Matthew William Single serves Horn-Of-Africa Operation ENDURING FREEDOM - HOA. In 2004, as a Fixed Wing Program Manager and Master Sgt. Vickers completed an Associates Avionic Systems Technol- Training Flight assistant operations of- ogy, Community College of the Air Force, degree. ficer for the 58th Training Squadron, In 2008, Master Sgt. Vickers was chosen to cross train to become a KC- Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico. 10A flight engineer. After completing tech school as a distinguished grad- His responsibilities include advising uate in 2008, he joined the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron (ARS) at JBMDL and assisting the director of Opera- and served as the non-commissioned officer in-charge of Scheduling. tions on all training operations, man- He also earned an Associate Aviation Operations, Community aging courseware and student syllabi. College of the Air Force degree in 2008. In 2013, he upgraded to in- He is also a HC/MC-130J instructor structor flight engineer and became the non-commissioned officer Combat Systems officer flying with in-charge of Training. the 415th Special Operations Squad- In 2014 Master Sgt. Vickers earned an Associate Instructor of Technol- ron (SOS). He instructs student Com- ogy & Military Science, Community College of the Air Force degree. In bat Systems Officers on directing a 5 person combat crew prosecuting 2015, he was selected to become a Flight Engineer Formal Training Unit special operations missions in hostile, denied and politically sensitive instructor where he trained and mentored the best aviators in Air Mo- areas as well as conducting night vision goggle low level flying, he- bility Command. In 2018, Master Sgt. Vickers joined the 32nd ARS, serv- licopter air refueling, infiltration, exfiltration, air-drop and airland ing as a flight engineer evaluator, Flight Chief of Standardization and operations in austere environments. Evaluation. He then took on the role of Flight Engineer Superintendent, Maj. Single entered the Air Force in 2008 after receiving his commis- overseeing 32 Flight Engineers. He also earned Professional Manager sion from the Reserve Officer Training Corps program at The Citadel, Certification, Community College of the Air Force, in 2018. Charleston, South Carolina, earning a Bachelor of Science, Electrical Master Sgt. Vickers has deployed ten times to Al Dhafra AB, United Engineering. In 2009 he completed the Air and Space Basic Course at Arab Emirates, flying in support of Operations ENDURING FREE- Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Maj. Single earned his navigator DOM, IRAQI FREEDOM, INHERENT RESOLVE, RESOLUTE SUP- wings at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas in 2010. PORT, and FREEDOM’S SENTINEL. He has accrued 2298 combat He has deployed three times in support of Operation ENDURING hours and 291 combat missions. FREEDOM and Operation INHERENT RESOLVE. In 2015, he complet- During his time at JBMDL, he was the Non-Commissioned Officer ed Squadron Officer School, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama. Prior to In Charge of a high-risk POTUS directed Syrian strike package sup- his current position, he served as a MC-130P navigator in the 17th SOS, port mission that was nominated for the National Aeronautic Associa- Kadena Air Base, Japan and the 9th SOS, Hurlburt Field, Florida. Ad- tion Mackay Trophy, and secured the 305th Operations Group Aircrew ditionally he served as an MC-130J Instructor Combat Systems Officer of the Year. He has also earned the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron’s NCO in the 67th SOS, Royal Air Force, Mildenhall. of the Year, 305th Operations Group SNCO of the Quarter as well as In 2019 Maj. Single Orchestrated a Fallen Hero ceremony, and re- the 2nd Air Refueling Squadron’s Team of the Quarter and Instructor ceived the 58th Operations Group Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award. Flight Engineer of the Quarter awards. Also in 2019 he was named the 58th Training Squadron (TS) Field Master Sgt. Vickers volunteers his time as an assistant scoutmaster for Grade Officer of the Quarter, the 58th TS Instructor of the Quarter, and a local Boy Scout troop and as a member of the Jersey Off-Road Bicycle the 58th TS Instructor of the Year. Association, where he helps maintain local mountain bike trails. He also Maj. Single’s decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, volunteers as a photographer/videographer/editor for military events the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force Achievement Med- and supports his local community as a mental health advocate, giving a al, the Air Medal with three oakleaf clusters and “C” (Combat) device, voice for those suffering from depression, anxiety and many other disor- the Aerial Achievement Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. ders. In 2020, Master Sgt. Vickers became a Prosci Certified Change prac- titioner. Master Sgt. Vickers is married with three step-children and has been a committed member to the local community more than 12 years. Huyser Awards continues >>>

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 39 BOOM OPERATOR “Perfection is not attainable, Master Sgt. Edward L. Soto Master Sgt. Edward L. Soto Jr. is the but if we chase perfection we 344th Air Refueling Squadron operations superintendent, 22d Operations can catch excellence.” Group, 22d Air Refueling Wing, Mc- Connell Air Force Base, Kansas. Master - Vince Lombardi Sgt. Soto grew up in Phoenix, Arizona, where he attended South Mountain high school. Upon graduation Sergeant Soto enlisted in the Air Force in June of FLIGHT ATTENDANT 2001. He has been married for 17 years to his high school sweetheart, and they Master Sgt. Aisya L. Hinson have two children. Master Sergeant Aisya L. Hinson is a Master Sgt. Soto has served in a va- flight attendant assigned to the 1st Air- riety of positions at the squadron and group level for both Air Mobility lift Squadron in the 89th Operations Command and Air Combat Command. As a KC-10 boom operator from Group, 89th Airlift Wing, Joint Base October 2001 to December 2008, he became an instructor and lead train- Andrews, Maryland. As Standard- ing flight. He quickly upgraded to evaluator and has logged more than ization and Evaluations Flight Chief 687 instructor flight hours. and an Evaluator Flight Attendant, As an MQ-1 sensor operator from January 2009 to May 2012, Master Sergeant Hinson is responsible for 31 Sgt. Soto served in many diverse combat operations while stationed at squadron evaluators, 248 flight evalua- Creech Air Force Base, Nevada. He earned his instructor tab and in- tion folders and 13 Standardization and structed 247 hours, while also managing flight duties as a Flight Chief. Evaluation programs. In this capacity, Master Sgt. Soto returned to the KC-10 community where he ex- she oversees 15 certification boards and celled again as a Formal Training Unit instructor, Wing Training man- 36 instructor upgrades. While serving ager and Operations Inspection program manager. While at Travis Air as the 380th Air Expeditionary Wing Plans and Programs Superinten- Force Base he was selected to execute the Air Force’s Initial Opera- dent on a six-month volunteer deployment, Sergeant Hinson served as tional Test and Evaluation (IOT&E) program for the KC-46. In his role the Wing Crisis Action Team Manager. In this role, she managed sus- as the KC-46’s senior enlisted leader, Master Sgt. Soto is responsible for tainment operations for six different mission design series aircraft and the readiness of McConnell Air Force Base Boom Operator’s in prepa- seven billion dollars in assets to deliver 2,600 enemy strikes. Sergeant ration for IOT&E execution. Hinson successfully executed the first ever F-35 combat deployment for Throughout his career he has deployed in support of Operations the only United States Air Force Wing with all five core mission sets, SOUTHERN WATCH, ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM rapidly deploying 81 aircraft and 2,000 personnel. Sergeant Hinson was amassing over 89 combat sorties and over 689 combat hours, 795 combat born in Atlantic City, New Jersey. She attended Pleasantville and High- support sorties and 2,096 combat support hours. He is a chief enlisted land Regional High Schools and excelled across the entire spectrum of aviator, with more than 5,900 hours of flight experience in KC-10A, MQ- school activities. As a 4-year varsity letterman in multiple sports, her 1B and KC-46A aircraft. exceptional performance earned her numerous awards. Master Sgt. Soto’s educational background includes Airman Leader- Sergeant Hinson has studied Aviation Operations and Information ship School, the Non- Commissioned Officer Academy, an Associates Systems Management through the Community College of the Air Force. in Applied Sciences, Aviation Operations, CCAF degree, and an Asso- She has completed Airman Leadership School, the Air Force NCO Acad- ciates in Applied Sciences, Instructor in Technology and Military Sci- emy and Air Force Senior NCO Academy, Non- Resident. ences, CCAF degree. In 2020 he completed Senior Enlisted Joint Profes- Active in her community, Sergeant Hinson is a member of the Air sional Military Education I. Master Sgt. Soto’s decorations include the Force Sergeants Association, she is base TOP III Committee Chair, as Meritorious Service Medal, the Air Medal with four oak leaf clusters, well as a SAPR/Green Dot instructor and a Master Resiliency Instructor. the Aerial Achievement Medal with 18 oak leaf clusters, the Air Force She is also active in the Women’s International Flag Football League. Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Combat Readiness Master Sergeant Hinson’s past awards and achievements include Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with four oak leaf clusters, earning the Airman Leadership School Leadership Award and being the National Defense Service Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Ex- named the Air Force District of Washington A3/5 Airman of the Year. peditionary Medal, the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal and the Sergeant Hinson graduated the Basic Flight Attendant Course with Nuclear Deterrence Operations Service Medal with ‘N’ Device. Honors and has received the Air Force Sergeant’s Association NCO of Master Sgt. Soto’s decorations include the Meritorious Service Medal, the Year award. She has received the Sky High recruiter award, Volun- the Air Medal with 4four OLC, the Aerial Achievement Medal with 18 teer, Non Commissioned Officer, Instructor Career Enlisted Aviator and OLC, the Air Force Commendation Medal Team of the Quarter awards. She was also a lead evaluator on the 89th AW historic mission which facilitated denuclearization talks and the repatriation of three US citizens from the Democratic People’s Republic of North Korea, earning the 89th Operations Group Aircrew of the Year.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 40 COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS OPERATOR Staff Sgt. Diederick W. Curtis Staff Sgt. Diederick W. Curtis is currently assigned as a Presidential Communications Systems operator, “The best way to find Presidential Airlift Squadron, 89th Air- lift Wing, Joint Base Andrews (JBA), yourself is to lose yourself Maryland. He was born in Tampa, Florida and attended Westview High in the service of others.” School in Avondale, Arizona, where he graduated in 2007. During high school, - Mahatma Gandhi Staff Sgt. Curtis was a member of the marching band all four years and was the drumline section leader his senior year. He was also a part of the basketball team all 4 years and participated in choir his senior year. Staff Sgt. Curtis enlisted into the United States Air Force and gradu- LOADMASTER ated from basic training at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas in 2010. He then completed the Airborne Mission Systems course at Medina Annex, Tech. Sgt. Joshua J.T. Herrier Texas. He was selectively hired to the 1st Airlift Squadron, JBA, Mary- Tech. Sgt. Joshua J. T. Herrier is a land, as a Communication Systems operator on the VIPSAM C-40B/C- loadmaster subject matter expert flight 32A, the crewmember solely responsible for the global connectivity of chief / C-130J Formal Training Unit our nations Senior Leaders while in flight. evaluator loadmaster stationed with In 2012, Staff Sgt. Curtis volunteered for a seven-month deployment the 714th Training Squadron, 314th Air- as a sensor operator on the MC-12W. On this deployment as an Airman lift Wing, Little Rock Air Force Base, 1st Class, he was selected to become a certifier. Upon his return, he was Arkansas. In this capacity Tech. Sgt. upgraded to instructor in the C-40B and C-32A airframes. Staff Sgt. Herrier manages two DOD contracts Curtis completed Airman Leadership School in 20 14. He has amassed and advises two MAJCOMs on current nearly 1500 flight hours, and has flown missions to 87 countries. status and issues. He performs evalu- When not flying, Staff Sgt. Curtis held positions in the Squadron’s ations on contracted instructors and Scheduling, Squadron Operations Center Assistant, Electronic Flight audits loadmaster curriculum course- Bag and Training sections. In 2017 he was asked to join the prestigious ware as well. Additionally, he imple- Presidential Communications Systems Operator section within the ments policies, enforces standards and ensures squadron procedures Presidential Airlift Squadron, JBA, Maryland. In his time with the Presi- are in accordance with DOD and Air Force directives. dential Airlift Squadron, he completed all required aircraft qualifica- As an evaluator loadmaster at the first and largest C-130J formal train- tions and was immediately upgraded to evaluator in 2019 on the C-32A. ing unit, Tech Sgt. Herrier instructs and evaluates initial qualification, Staff Sgt. Curtis’ dedication to excellence helped the Presidential Airlift mission and instructor training for the USAF, joint services and interna- Squadron complete Initial Operational Capability for the new VIP Pro- tional aircrew members, to produce combat ready C-130J loadmasters. tected Satcom system for the Air Force. The formal training unit conducts flight and ground training in five Staff Sgt. Curtis’ decorations include the Air Medal with six oak leaf courses including night vision devises, airland, and airdrop for over 300 clusters, the Aerial Achievement Medal with two oak leave clusters, the career enlisted aviators annually. Air Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force Achievement Medal, the Tech. Sgt. Herrier’s Air Force education includes Airman Leadership Combat Readiness Medal with one oak leaf cluster and the Afghanistan School, Non- Commissioned Officer Course in Correspondence, and Campaign Medal. the Non-Commissioned Officer Academy In-Residence. He also holds an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Aviation Operations, and an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Instructor Technology Manage- ment, both from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF). In “Excellence is an art won by 2019, Tech. Sgt. Herrier served a teaching internship with the CCAF. Notably community-minded, Tech. Sgt. Herrier organized a 14-hour training and habituation. We do no act fundraiser for the Ronald McDonald House Charities, rallying 96 people rightly because we have virtue or excellence, for the event that raised $20,000. Additionally, he led a 24-person team providing support and aid at three sandbag fill sites during the Arkansas but we rather have those because we River flooding in 2019. His efforts helped protect $35 million in property. have acted rightly. We are what we Tech. Sgt. Herrier’s achievements include being named the 2013 57th Air Wing MAF/SOF Enlisted Instructor of the Year, the 2019 314th Op- repeatedly do. Excellence, then, erations Group Instructor Loadmaster of the Year and the 2019 314th is not an act but a habit.” Airlift Wing NCO of the Year. His decorations include the Air Medal with three oak leaf clusters, the Air Force Commendation Medal with - Aristotle two oak leaf clusters, and the Humanitarian Service Medal.

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 41 AEROMEDICAL EVACUATION TECHNICIAN within Europe and Africa to definitive medical care in Germany. As a Tech. Sgt. Willson Tsao flight instructor, Capt. Baldwin served as an educator and mentor within the squadron. Tech. Sgt. Willson Tsao is the non- In 2019, Capt. Baldwin deployed to the 405th Expeditionary Aero- commissioned officer in charge of Stan- medical Evacuation Squadron at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan as an dards and Evaluations section assigned Aeromedical Evacuation Crew officer-in-charge. There, he led his crew to the 60th Aeromedical Evacuation as Medical Crew director on 15 combat missions, evacuating 52 person- Squadron, Travis Air Force Base, Cali- nel in support of the Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force – fornia. Tech. Sgt. Tsao instructs and Afghanistan and conventional military personnel. Capt. Baldwin’s crew evaluates over 92 assigned flyers who was lauded by all levels of leadership for their response to three of the are either attaining or maintaining largest mass casualty evacuation taskings in 2019, with an impressive qualification as Aeromedical Evacua- 100 percent survival rate of all battle injured patients. While deployed tion Crew members. He executes global Capt. Baldwin was selected as Squadron “Company Grade Officer of the Aeromedical Evacuation missions and Month” and led his team to the “Team of the Month” award. delivers combat ready medical forces. Capt. Baldwin is a graduate of Valparaiso University’s Bachelor of Tech. Sgt. Tsao advises the com- Science in Nursing program and Indiana State University’s Master of mander on all flying programs including; training deficits, inflight and Science in nursing, graduating with a 4.0 Grade Point Average. He is an ground training trends, and evaluations, enforcing Squadron, Group, alumni of Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps Detachment 225 at Numbered Air Force, and Higher Headquarters directives. He main- the University of Notre Dame where he earned his commission in 2013. tains universal qualification on the C-130, C-17, and KC-135 airframes. After graduation, he completed the Nurse Transition Program at the San Tech. Sgt. Tsao enlisted in the Air Force in August 2010 as a medi- Antonio Military Medical Center, Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, and cal technician. He completed technical training at Sheppard Air Force then the Nurse Residency Program at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississip- Base, Texas in March 2011. He has been stationed in Illinois, Japan, pi, as a Clinical Nurse assigned to the 81st Inpatient Operations Squad- North Carolina, and California. Tech. Sgt. Tsao has deployed to Af- ron. As a life-long learner, Capt. Baldwin earned his Certified Medical ghanistan, Qatar, and Iraq in support of OPERATION ENDURING Surgical Registered Nursing board certification in 2014. He completed FREEDOM, OPERATION INHERENT RESOLVE and OPERATION the Flight Nurse/ Aeromedical Evacuation Technician course in 2016 FREEDOM SENTINAL. with a follow-on assignment to the 86 AES. In 2020 Tech. Sgt. Tsao completed Senior Enlisted Joint Professional In 2018, Capt. Baldwin served as the Air Force Ball Project Officer, Military Education, Level 1 and earned an Allied Health and Sciences leading a 45- member team through weekly planning meetings and Associate Degree through the Community College of the Air Force. installation-wide fundraising events in order host the Wing’s largest Air Committed to his community, Tech. Sgt. Tsao serves as additional Force Ball in its history. He also served as the vice-president of the In- duty First Sergeant Tech. and he is active in USO Volunteer programs stallation’s Company Grade Officer Council at Bagram Airfield, Afghan- and Airman’s Attic. He is a Base 5/6 Member and he established the 60th istan in 2019, leading a team of 10 junior officers and boosting company AES Booster Club. grade officer membership to over 110 personnel. Tech. Sgt. Tsao was named AMC Flying Instructor of the Year in In January 2017, Capt. Baldwin was featured in the Air Force Medi- 2018 and the NCO of the Year, 43d AES, Pope Army Airfield, North cal Service’s “Trusted Care Starts with Me” initiative and hailed as a Carolina, in 2019. Trusted Care Hero within the Air Force Medical Service. He was later Tech. Sgt. Tsao’s decorations include the Air Medal, the Aerial selected as USAFE’s 2017 Air Force Association Juanita Redmond Award Achievement Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal with one nominee. Capt. Baldwin’s leadership and mentorship culminated in his oak leaf cluster, and the Air Force Achievement Medal with three oak 6- person Current Operations team receiving the Operations Group leaf clusters. “Team of the Second Quarter” and “Team of the Year” awards in 2017. In 2018, his efforts culminated in selection as the Wing’s National Image Inc. Award winner, Group “Company Grade Officer of the Second Quar- ter,” Squadron “Mission Support Company Grade Officer of the Third FLIGHT NURSE Quarter” and Squadron “Company Grade Officer of the Year. Capt. Matthew M. Baldwin Capt. Baldwin’s military decorations include the Air Medal with “C” Capt. Matthew Marc Baldwin is device, the Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, Air a flight nurse instructor at the 375th Force Achievement Medal, Combat Readiness Medal, National Defense Aeromedical Evacuation Training Service Medal, Afghanistan. Squadron (AETS), Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, performing instructor duties through ground and flying training events to validate aeromedical evacuation crewmembers’ proficiency in the critical tasks associated with “When we assumed the patient movement. Prior to this assignment, Capt. Baldwin was attached Soldier, we did not lay aside to the 86th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron (AES), Ramstein Air Base, the Citizen.” Germany, where he served as squadron duty officer/Current Opera- tions, executive officer, instructor and element chief of Aircrew Train- - President George Washington ing and Aeromedical Evacuation Liaison Team Chief. He facilitated the medical evacuation of U.S. service members from the point of origin

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 42 HALVORSEN AWARD The Airlift/Tanker Association Col. Gail S. Halvorsen Award is presented annually to an outstanding Air Transportation (2T2XX) specialist for sustained excellence in aerial port operations.

Tech. Sgt. James D. Potter

Tech. Sgt. James D. Potter is the NCOIC, Passenger Op- Kadena Air Base, Japan. Tech. Sgt. Potter secured an Ap- erations, 733d Air Mobility Squadron, Kadena Air Base, plied Associate of Transportation Management degree, Japan. In this capacity he has served as lead transporta- through Community College of the Air Force in 2019. tion coordinator for a United States Forces Japan exercise, Tech. Sgt. Potter is supportive of his community. tailoring requirements for three wings and synchroniz- He is a Running Improvement Program Coach, and acts ing eight squadrons and 16 aircraft. Tech. Sgt. Potter led as the squadron point of contact for Air Force Enlisted support for National Air Operations Center deployment Village, as well as the Air Force Assistance Fund. Tech. of tonnage, personnel and 24/7 command and control Sgt. Potter is an 18th Wing 5/6 Club member, serving as operations for the POTUS Democratic People’s Republic vice-president. He also serves as a youth leader at Koza of Korea visit. Tech. Sgt. Potter served as a subject mat- Baptist Church. ter expert for a Wing Deployment, leading the mobility Tech. Sgt. Potter’s awards and achievements include function for 110 missions with 101 aircraft. being named, while stationed with the 3rd APS, a 2007 Tech. Sgt. Potter’s first permanent duty assignment Top III Performer of the Month, the 2011 Transporter of was as a passenger service agent with the 3rd Aerial Port 3rd Quarter and a 2011 NCO of the Month. While with Squadron (APS), Pope Air Force Base, North Carolina, from late 2006 the 347th OSS he was the 2012 Mission Supporter of the 4th Quarter, through June 2009. In 2010 he completed Airman Leadership School, Pope Enlisted Category and the 2013 Mission Supporter of the Year, Enlisted Air Force Base, North Carolina. While with the 3rd APS Sergeant Potter Category. In 2016 Tech. Sgt. Potter was named the 2016 Chiefs’ Group also served as Load Team Member and Assistant Shift Supervisor. Performer of the 2nd Quarter, for the 23rd Wing. In 2019 he was named In 2012 he transferred to Aerial Delivery, 347th Operations Support the 18th LRS NCO of the 2nd Quarter and the 18th LRS NCO of the Year. Squadron (OSS) Moody AFB, Georgia. While assigned to the 347th OSS, Tech. Sgt. Potter is also a 2020 Airlift/Tanker Association Young Tech. Sgt. Potter also performed a succession of duties as NCOIC of Unit Leader award winner. Technical Sergeant Potter’s decorations include Deployments, unit deployment manager, ADSB craftsman, aerial de- the Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, the Air livery supervisor and NCOIC of Aerial Delivery Service Branch. While Force Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster, the Army Achieve- there, he completed Air Force Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Dis- ment Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with three oak leaf tance Learning, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education, clusters, the National Defense Service Medal and the Iraq Campaign Distance Learning and attended In-Residence Air Force NCO Academy Medal with a bronze campaign star. at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. Tech. Sgt. Potter’s decorations include the Air Force Commendation In May of 2018 he was assigned as NCOIC, Aerial Support Function, Medal with 2 OLC, the Air Force Achievement Medal with 1 OLC, the 18th Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS), Kadena Air Base, Japan. Then, Army Achievement Medal, the Air Force Good Conduct Medal with 3 in February 2019 he assumed the position of NCOIC, Air Terminal Ops. OLC, the National Defense Service Medal and the Iraq Campaign Medal His current assignment is as NCOIC, Passenger Operations, 733d AMS, with a bronze campaign star.

“Too often the ground personnel are taken for granted or overlooked in major air events that are outcome centered...” - Col. Gail S. Halvorsen, “The Berlin Candy Bomber”

In order to provide our bases with the resources they need, we must control a lot of moving parts. Responsible for securely managing cargo and passengers, Air Transportation specialists ensure that everything and everyone on a military aircraft is transported safely and quickly. From food and medical supplies to helicopters and ground vehicles, these professionals are responsible for coordinating the valuable people and supplies we ship around the world. Qualifications for the job include having a thorough understanding of passenger and cargo movement functions, completion of a basic air transportation course, and experience in functions such as processing cargo and loading and unloading an aircraft. Air Transportation specialists must possess a valid state driver’s license to operate government motor vehicles and must have completed 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training as well as Airmen’s Week, and they must be between the ages of 17 and 39.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 43 SPECIALIZED MISSION AWARD The Airlift/Tanker Association Specialized Mission Award is presented annually to an outstanding individual whose performance of duties in support of an aerial air mobility mission is exceptionally noteworthy during crises, contingencies, or humanitarian airlift. This award is presented to career fields not covered by the Huyser Award categories.

Staff Sgt. Richard E. Crews

Staff Sgt. Richard E. Crews is a Special Mission In 2015, he was hired by the selectively manned unit Flight Attendant with the 1st Airlift Squadron, of the 89th Airlift Wing to fly onboard the C-32A, C- Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. He enlisted in the 40B and C-17. He is entrusted to provide safe, comfort- United States Air Force in 2012 from Tulsa, Okla- able, and reliable global transportation services for the homa. The eldest of nine children, his parents were Vice President and our most senior national leaders. In American missionaries in France and Switzerland. 2019, He volunteered to lead Joint Base Andrews honor At the age of 13, his family moved to the United guard members in training and performing ceremo- States. To overcome the English language bar- nial duties in the National Capital Region (NCR), lead- rier, he was home-schooled alongside his siblings. ing five active-duty funerals in three states and honor- While home- schooled, he was actively involved in ing over 70 fallen veterans and their families. While at becoming an eagle scout, playing team sports and the 89th Airlift Wing, he has amassed over 1200 flight developing his family landscaping business. hours on three aircraft. In 2013, Staff Sgt. Crews earned his wings to be- Staff Sgt. Crews is working toward a Bachelor of Science come an Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and in business analysis and management. He has completed Reconnaissance operator. His first assignment was with the Airman Leadership School, Africa Consultants International training 97th Intelligence Squadron, 55th Wing, Offutt Air Force Base, and Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education. Additionally, Nebraska. After his initial qualification training, he was hand- Staff Sgt. Crews is fluent in French and has been an engaged Leadership picked to deploy short notice to support the global response and Education Advancement Program (LEAP) scholar since 2016. team in the fight against ISIS. Within 72 hours, his crew was the Staff Sgt. Crews has displayed strong community involvement and first to enter Syrian Airspace to collect critical time-sensitive has led multiple volunteer projects. He is active in the NCR Honor information. As a young Airman, he was a pivotal member of Guard, and volunteers with the Boy Scouts of America and the Air his squadron leadership, serving in many roles above his rank Force Assistance Fund. Staff Sgt. Crews’ decorations include the Air and actively gathering and processing airborne intelligence in Force Commendation Medal, the Air Force Achievement Medal and four areas of responsibility. the Aerial Achievement Medal.

“Wars may be fought with weapons, but they are won by men.” - Gen. George S. Patton

Flying crew chiefs are specially trained maintenance personnel who attend a six-week maintenance special operations course in addition to the hundreds of hours of training it takes to become 7-level maintainer. From fueling the aircraft and checking the oil, to troubleshooting a major system malfunction, flying crew chiefs earn their stripes every day.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 44 CARLTON AWARD FOR VALOR The Airlift/Tanker Association General P. K. Carlton Award for Valor is presented annually to an individual who demonstrates courage, strength, determination, bravery and fearlessness during a combat, contingency or humanitarian mission during the previous calendar year.

Capt. Jonathon Gebo

In October 2019, Capt. Jonathon Gebo led the 9-person to ensure mission success. Once in execution, Moose 80 aircrew of Moose 80 into Northern Syria. The C-17A air- used nonstandard operating procedures to help mitigate craft and crew were from Detachment 1, 816th Expedi- threats and minimize detection. Some of these methods tionary Airlift Squadron, Ali Al Salem Air Base, Kuwait, included flying visually along the entire route of flight, and the first AMC aircrew to execute in the region after limiting communications with Air Traffic Control and the President of the United States directed a full retro- implementing an elaborate communications plan with grade of all U.S. troops and equipment from the country. nearby friendly fighter aircraft and assets. This operation was indeed a “Tip of the Spear” mis- Once in the vicinity of the airfield, Capt. Gebo and sion. Capt. Gebo and the aircrew of Moose 80 utilized the aircrew of Moose 80 carefully navigated dangerous a full range of C-17 Air Force Tactics, Techniques and airspace without a friendly fighter escort. Any deviation Procedures to mitigate the elevated risk of the dynamic from their planned flight procedures could lead to be- threat environment to safely ingress as well as egress an ing shot down. Although Moose 80 never received en- austere forward operating base – twice. The five days emy fire directly, the crew observed nearby enemy tracer leading up to this precedent-setting mission was a tur- rounds and heavy artillery fire. Capt. Gebo successfully bulent time in Syria and the region. performed two Night Vision Goggle Semi-Prepared Runway Operation After the White House ordered a full retrograde of U.S. forces, Turkey assault landings to a dirt strip, allowing for the vital resupply of US immediately launched a militarized offensive in the vicinity of U.S. troops troops on the ground and the first retrograded troops and equipment and Kurdish allies, essentially creating a buffer zone of turmoil across out of Syria. Northern Syria. The numerous actors, already operating in a small and After a long, 16-hour duty day, on the return leg from the second sor- contested geographic space, including the United States, Russia, the Syrian tie, due to fog and a low cloud ceiling, Capt. Gebo declared a minimum National Army, Shia Militia groups, Kurdish allies and any remnants of the fuel emergency and diverted to a nearby friendly country. Capt. Gebo’s Islamic State of Iraq and Syria, further complicated the operation. decisive actions to divert, his high degree of airmanship, and tight- Regional threats added complexity to the mission; these threats in- integration of his crew directly led to the safe landing of the aircraft. cluded advanced Surface to Air Missiles, Man-Portable Air Defense Undoubtedly, Capt. Gebo, the aircraft commander of Moose 80, dem- Systems, Small Arms, Anti Defense Artillery, non-allied fighter aircraft, onstrated the highest standards of Crew Resource Management, C-17 and GPS jamming. If the geopolitical and operational-threat entangle- tactical employment and professionalism to accomplish the mission. ment were not enough, the night before Moose 80’s mission, two Air Furthermore, Moose 80’s actions paved the way for more than 30 oth- Force Special Operations C-130s unsuccessfully attempted to ingress the er AMC crews to successfully-execute Syria retrograde operations in the U.S.-controlled Syrian airfield, due to directed Anti Defense Artillery in following weeks. In short, Capt. Gebo provided instrumental support the vicinity of the landing zone. for the POTUS-directed retrograde of U.S. troops and equipment out The daily escalation of events and risk created an uncertain and of Syria, during an ever-changing and dynamic threat-environment for stressful environment for all deployed aircrew members. When Capt. deployed AMC aircrews. Capt. Gebo’s actions under extreme circum- Gebo and the aircrew of Moose 80 received the mission’s EXORD, de- stances clearly merit his selection as the 2020 recipient of the Gen. P.K. spite their nervousness and concern, they proactively took measures Carlton Award for Valor.

“Valor is stability, not of arms and legs, but of courage and the soul.” - Michel Eyquem De Montaigne

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 45 A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 46 FOGLEMAN ASAM AWARD The Airlift/Tanker Association Gen. Ronald R. Fogleman ASAM Award recognizes the top graduate of the Advanced Studies of Air Mobility (ASAM) program, an Air Force-sponsored intermediate developmental education program taught at the USAF Expeditionary Center. The award recognizes excellence across a broad range of criteria, including peer review, leadership, written and oral presentation of research, academic performance and physical fitness.

Maj. Collin A. Lohr

Maj. Collin A. Lohr is an executive officer for the recognized as a distinguished graduate. Maj. Lohr deputy chief of staff for Plans and Programs, Head- is a senior pilot with 2,144 hours of flight time in quarters U.S. Air Force, the Pentagon, Arlington, C-130J aircraft, including 707 combat hours. He has Virginia. In support of the deputy chief of staff, flown multiple combat missions in Afghanistan, Plans and Programs, he synchronizes senior leader Iraq, and AFRICOM during Operations ENDUR- engagements between the Air Force Top 5, Air Staff ING FREEDOM, FREEDOM’S SENTINEL, and IN- Agencies and sister services on the total spectrum HERENT RESOLVE. of Air Force and Department of Defense issues. Maj. Lohr has an extensive educational back- Maj. Lohr collaborates daily with three general of- ground including a 2007 Bachelor of Science, Biolo- ficers and three senior executive service officers to gy, degree from the U. S. Air Force Academy, Colo- integrate and prioritize the strategic direction for rado Springs, Colorado; completion of the 2008 Air the 108-person staff, supporting Air Force-wide re- and Space Basic Course, Maxwell Air Force Base, source planning and programming efforts. Alabama; and, completion of Squadron Officer Maj. Lohr received his commission from the U. S. School, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama, in 2013. Air Force Academy in 2007. He has completed multiple operational He also holds a 2014 Master of Business Administration degree flying assignments, culminating as the assistant director of Oper- from Oklahoma State University, Oklahoma, and he completed ations for the 29th Weapons Squadron, Little Rock Air Force Base, U.S. Air Force Weapons School, Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Arkansas. There, he instructed and trained 24 USAF weapons of- in 2014. In 2020 Maj. Lohr was a distinguished graduate of the ficers per year as a member of the Weapons Officer Cadre, each a Advanced Study of Air Mobility course, Joint Base McGuire- Dix- highly effective operational and tactical leader skilled in the art of Lakehurst, New Jersey and was awarded a master of science, Op- battle space dominance and prepared to transform and inspire our erations Management with focus in Logistics degree, from the Nation’s combat power. Additionally, Maj. Lohr deployed as the Air Force Institute of Technology, Wright-Patterson Air Force tactics chief, Air Mobility Division, Al Udeid, Qatar, leading a four Base, Ohio. member team supporting a 27-nation coalition to accomplish over Maj. Lohr’s military decorations include the Meritorious Ser- 2,000 operational missions across three Areas of Responsibility. vice Medal with one oak leaf cluster, the Air Medal with six oak Prior to his current position Maj. Lohr was a student at the leaf clusters and the Air Force Commendation Medal with one Advanced Study of Air Mobility (ASAM) program, where he was oak leaf cluster.

“Remember that our nation’s first great leaders were also our first great scholars.” - John F. Kennedy

The ASAM program is a 13-month course of study in Global Reach concepts, and graduates earn an Air Force Institute of Technology accredited Master of Science in Logistics degree. Pro- spective candidates for the course go through a highly competitive Central Designation Board process before being selected as students in the program, and the curriculum is comprised of four additional components including Expeditionary Center courses, Air Command and Staff College courses, a Graduate Research Project, and site visits. Upon graduation, students take on assignments serving the Department of Defense, war-fi ghting commanders, Joint Staff, Headquarters Air Force, Air Mobility Command, Strategic Command, Doctrine Centers, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization, Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe, and the United Nations.

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452nd Air Mobility Wing

The 452d Air Mobility Wing (AMW) has been selected, and richly Stratotanker and C-17 Globemaster flight simulators, thereby inspiring deserves, to receive the 2020 Airlift/Tanker Association Lt. Gen. James young adults from Los Angeles, to become future Airmen. The distinc- E. Sherrard III Award. The citation to accompany tive accomplishments of the men and women of the the award reads: 452d Air Mobility Wing reflect credit upon them- The 452d Air Mobility Wing, March Air Reserve selves and the United States Air Force. Base, California, Air Force Reserve Command, distinguished itself by outstanding achievements from 1 July 2019 to 30 June 2020. During this period, The 452nd AMW is an Air Reserve Component of the 452d Air Mobility Wing executed over 440 real the United States Air Force. It is assigned to the 4th world missions including KC-135 Total Force Inte- Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command, stationed grated nuclear deterrence, Contingency Response, at March Air Reserve Base, California. The 452nd Combat Aeromedical Evacuation, C-17 humani- AMW, is the Air Force Reserve Command’s largest tarian support, and post 9/11 Homeland Security, wing with 4,000+ Airmen. If mobilized, the Wing is while continuously executing combat deployments. gained by the Air Mobility Command. The 452nd Additionally, the 452d Air Mobility Wing ex- Air Mobility Wing’s mission is to Train and Deploy celled on the national stage while millions watched them flawlessly Citizen Airmen in Support of Global Mobility Operations. The wing’s accomplish America’s first COVID-19 repatriation on 29 January 2020. aircraft operate under widely varying situations ranging from small The round-the-clock leadership from Wing members working within movements in battle to large movements over long distances. the 452d Crisis Action Team, led to the safe return and quarantine of From humanitarian aid to combat support operations, the men and 201 United States citizens from Wuhan, China. women of the 452 AMW support Department of Defense taskings, in- The 452d Air Mobility Wing also contributed significantly to the cluding airlift, aeromedical evacuation and aerial refueling operations. community by hosting fifty members of the Organization of Black From logistics to force protection, from engineering to personnel and Aerospace Professionals, including thirty-five students enrolled in finance, from aircraft maintenance to medical personnel, from public their Aerospace Career Education Academy. The community outreach affairs and protocol to psychological health, and more, they are vital to involved a hands-on experience inside the 30 million dollar KC-135 mission success.

Lt. Gen. James E. Sherrard III had a most distinguished career – from his early days as a C-130 airlift pilot to his tenure at the highest levels of Air Force Reserve leadership. General Sherrard twice served as vice commander as well as the tenth and longest-serving Chief of the Air Force Reserve and Commander, Air Force Reserve Command. General Sherrard with his leadership and influence has spanned the depth and breadth of the Air Force Reserve Command, including the command of three tactical airlift wings and both air mobility-focused numbered air forces. A true champion of air mobility, among his awards are the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal (3 OLC) and the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with hourglass.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 51 Maj. Gen. Stanley F. H. Newman ANG OUTSTANDING UNIT AWARD The Airlift/Tanker Association’s Major General Stanley F. H. Newman Air National Guard Award recognizes the most outstanding Air National Guard Wing or Group contributing to overall success of the Mobility Air Force mission. The unit embodies the spirit and essence of the Citizen Airman – balancing the operational demands of today’s global mobility operations and maintaining a viable strategic reserve for tomorrow, while embracing responsibilities to their State, civilian employer, community and family.

134th Air Refueling Wing

The 134th Air Refueling Wing has been selected, and amply de- a Unit Effectiveness cycle. Finally, they attained a flight safety landmark, serves, to receive the 2020 Airlift/Tanker Association Maj. Gen. Stanley executing over 193,000 accident-free flight hours, spanning 56 years. F. H. Newman Award. The citation to accompany the award reads: The 134th Air Refueling Wing, Tennessee Air Na- The 134th Air Refueling Wing (ARW) is a unit of the tional Guard, distinguished itself by exceptionally Tennessee Air National Guard, stationed at McGhee meritorious achievement from July 1, 2019 to June 30, Tyson Air National Guard Base, Knoxville, Tennessee. 2020. During this period, the 134th Air Refueling If activated for federal service, the Wing is gained by Wing demonstrated unparalleled professionalism and the United States Air Force Air Mobility Command. expertise, enabling the deployment of over 330 person- The 134th ARW has two missions, one federal and one nel in support of Operations INHERENT RESOLVE, state. The Federal Mission is to: Support Rapid Global FREEDOM’S SENTINEL, DEEP FREEZE, Theater Mobility and Sustainment by providing world class per- Security Package – Guam, Exercise Saber Guardian, sonnel, vital Air Refueling and Airlift capabilities for con- Global Pandemic COVID-19 operations, multiple state tingency response and sustained combat operations. The partnership events and a multinational Command State Mission is to: Provide personnel and equipment to Post exercise, all having an exceptional impact on our nation’s defense. protect life and property during emergency response operations as directed by Stellar volunteerism filled 15 short-notice deployment shortfalls, and the Governor of Tennessee and the Adjutant General. Flying the KC-135 Stra- the wing carried more than 900 Tennessee Army National Guardsmen to totanker, the 134th ARW provides core aerial refueling capability for the Washington, D.C. for civil unrest support with less than 72 hours’ notice, United State Air Force and supports refueling operations throughout the ensuring success of the Total Force commitment. Their ceaseless efforts world. The 134th ARW has excelled in this role for more than 50 years. were paramount to the success of Nuclear Non-Proliferation missions, This unique asset enhances the Air Force’s capability to accomplish its pri- partnered with the Department of Energy’s Global Threat Reduction Ini- mary missions of Global Reach and Global Power. It also provides aerial tiative, ensuring the flawless and secure transfer of highly sensitive haz- refueling support to Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps and allied nation ardous material. The wing also realized an unprecedented milestone as aircraft. The units KC-135 aircraft are also capable of transporting litter the first AMC or AMC-gained unit to attain a “Highly Effective” in a Ma- and ambulatory patients using patient support pallets during aeromedi- jor Graded Area, while receiving no significant or critical deficiencies in cal evacuations.

Maj. Gen. Stanley F. H. Newman was born in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Oklahoma in 1948 following World War II. He enlisted into the U.S. Army Air Corps in 1942, and become a pilot. He fl ew 57 missions in P-51s while in the Ninth U.S. Army Air Forces, in Europe. After World War II, he joined the Oklahoma Air National Guard, becoming its commander before retirement. His career includes service in Korea and Vietnam. Among his awards are the Distinguished Service Medal, Legion of Merit, two Distinguished Flying Crosses, Meritorious Service Medal and 14 Air Medals.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 52 Where in the World are They? 2020 A/TA Lost Member List

Maj. Alan B. Adams (Ret) Col. John C. Dunn (Ret) Col. E A. Kiesseling (Ret) Patricia Peterson Col. Daniel B. Ahern (Ret) Robert D. Dutton Col. George W. Kinney (Ret) Lt. Col. Brian H. Porter Maj. James E. Albin Ted W. Dutton Capt. Jeffrey K. Kintzing Col. James R. Pugh III (Ret) Dr. Thomas Appel Schumacher Staff Sgt. Shane A. Eck Maj. David B. Knight Senior Master Sgt. Gary L. Ramsey (Ret) Lt. Col. Artemus Armas Tech. Sgt. James E. Ewing Jr. Maj. Steven D. Knott (Ret) Col. John A. Reddy (Ret) Tech. Sgt. Kelsey W. Backes Lt. Col. Thomas A. Farrier (Ret) Col. William J. Kornitzer Jr. (Ret) Col. William H. Richard James C. Bailey Col. Paul E. Feather Chief Master Sgt. James S. Kruse (Ret) Master Sgt. Kevin Riley Master Sgt. Robin A. Baird (Ret) Lt. Col. Keith N. Felter Jr. Maj. Gen. Charles F. Kuyk (Ret) Lt. Col. John D. Roach Col. Michelle Barrett 1st Lt. Matthew Flynn Col. Charles E. Lambert Tech. Sgt. Dawn M. Roberts Lt. Col. Greyson T. Bassett (Ret) Col. John E. Ford III (Ret) Maj. Val J. Laughlin (Ret) Maj. Thomas C. Rogers Maj. Cory Benton Capt. George P. Fowler Lt. Col. Paul A. LaVigne (Ret) Wendy J. Rogers David E. Bond Capt. John Fuccillo Capt. Christian P. Leonhard Lt. Col. Thomas J. Ross (Ret) Langhorne M. Bond Tech. Sgt. Steven A. Gack Capt. Michelle Lewis Master Sgt. Lucas Rotega Jr. (Ret) Lt. Col. Steven M. Borden Chief Master Sgt. Stephen J. Gaudino Jr. (Ret) Col. Carlisle A. Lincoln III Patrick K. Rothwell Lt. Col. John F. Borowski Lt. Col. Eric R. Gaulin Master Sgt. Christopher T. Littrell Maj. Gen. James T. Rubeor (Ret) Maj. Karen A. Boyle (Ret) Col. Mark J.D. Gehri Chief Master Sgt. George W. Lytle Tech. Sgt. Robert S. Russell (Ret) Maj. William J. Britt (Ret) Lt. Col. Charles E. Gilliam II Tech. Sgt. Roger E. Marshall (Ret) Lt. Col. Robert A. Saunders (Ret) Capt. Gary W. Brown Maj. Gen. George A. Gray III (Ret) Col. Margaret B. Matarese Senior Master Sgt. John L. Scott (Ret) Steven E. Bryce Maj. Herbert T. Green Gerald Mathis Senior Master Sgt. William J. Sheehan (Ret) Lt. Col. Austin F. Burrill Lt. Col. Gabriel J. Griess Col. Anthony M. Mauer (Ret) Col. Michael D. Shirley Jr. (Ret) Lt. Col. Andrew J. Campbell Maj. William F. Gunkel (Ret) Lt. Col. Thomas J. Maxwell (Ret) Capt. Kelan J. Skarbek Col. Ralph T. Carlson (Ret) Lt. Col. Deirdre M. Gurry Maj. Walter J. Mazurowski (Ret) Lt. Col. Joseph Smith (Ret) Lt. Col. Garry L. Castelli (Ret) Maj. James Hanford Maj. Matthew J. McCants Col. Paul Sprenkle Jr. Staff Sgt. Benjamin Cato Lt. Col. William L. Harbeck (Ret) Maj. Daniel H. McCauley (Ret) Lt. Col. Thomas R. Stanley Lt. Col. Brian S. Choate Lt. Col. Ronald G. Harris (Ret) Col. John W. McDonald Master Sgt. Timothy S. Stanley Capt. George M. Christensen Senior Master Sgt. Norzell Harris (Ret) Maj. William A. McDowell II Gen. Michael S. Sullivan (Ret) Capt. Winston Churchill Capt. Laura M. Haverty Master Sgt. Mark McElroy (Ret) 1st Lt. Cara J. Swanson 1st Lt. James R. Clapsaddle Charles Heckmann Staff Sgt. Lorraine E. McLoughlin (Ret) Lt. Col. Van T. Thai Capt. William E. Clore Tech. Sgt. Pablo Herrera Chief Master Sgt. William T. McWhirt Jr. Lt. Col. Neil M. Tobie (Ret) Maj. Marilyn M. Clouden (Ret) Chief Master Sgt. Antonio J. Hickey Col. J R. Meese (Ret) Tech. Sgt. Jeremy M. Tometczak Col. Charles M. Combs Col. Todd A. Hohn Peter J. Mena Maj. Michael J. Turley Lt. Col. Robert J. Cook Master Sgt. Stephen Holland Gerd Mende Staff Sgt. George D. Voigt Col. Richard M. Cooper (Ret) Col. Carol D. Hughes (Ret) Chief Master Sgt. David L. Miller Jr. (Ret) Col. Jonathan T. Wall Col. Thomas M. Cooper (Ret) Diana R. Hundsdorfer Col. Charles E. Minihan Jr. (Ret) Capt. Daniel Walton Staff Sgt. Micah Coppage Lt. Col. Carroll Huneycutt (Ret) Senior Master Sgt. Curtis L. Mize (Ret) Maj. Gen. Charles J. Wax (Ret) Maj. Gen. Robert L. Corley Brig. Gen. Charles K. Hyde (Ret) Col. Mitchell A. Monroe Lt. Col. William F. Weaver Jr. (Ret) Lt. Col. John M. Cottam Lt. Col. James E. Imlay Col. James A. Morgan (Ret) Maj. Michael J.P. Weiland Lt. Col. Kenneth R. Council Jr. Lt. Col. J.R. L. Inglis (Ret) Col. Tom O. Morison (Ret) Lt. Col. Cornelia Weiss Capt. Steven Curtis Takashi Irisumi James P. Morrison Col. William O. White Jr. (Ret) Col. Daniel P. Dagher Senior Master Sgt. Eileen J. Johnson Takeshi Murakami Maj. Marsha White (Ret) Lt. Col. Mark E. DeLuca Lt. Gen. Charles L. Johnson II (Ret) Deborah A. Namdar Senior Master Sgt. Timothy D. White John A. Deluca (Ret) Lt. Col. Mark A. Kahley Col. Thomas J. Nett (Ret) Staff Sgt. Jeremy W. White Capt. Joseph A. Deskin Maj. John B. Kelley Maj. Erik B. Olson Douglas S. White Gen. William G. Doherty Jr. James M. Kennedy Maj. Darwin N. Orrell (Ret) Bruce N. Whitman Hans-Dieter Drell Lt. Col. Thomas R. Kettler Maj. Gen.- Teresa M. Peterson Dietrich Wienke

If you can help find any of these Lost Members, please drop a note to the Association at [email protected]

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 53 A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 54 KEY SPOUSE OF THE YEAR AWARD The primary purpose of the AMC Key Spouse of the Year Award is to recognize an AMC Key Spouse who has diligently worked with unit leadership to plan, coordinate and execute the unit’s Key Spouse Program. The program impacts mission readiness and retention by ensuring families have appropriate information and resources to meet their needs. The AMC Key Spouse of the Year is selected by AMC leadership.

Alana Lowry

Alana Lowry was born in Spokane, the 2017 RESA vice president and the Washington, and raised in Burbank, 2018/2019 RESA general treasurer, as Washington. Alana and her husband well as volunteering with the USO, went to high school together and have Fisher House, Club 7, the Ramstein been married for 17 years. They have two DFAC, Deployed Family Events and at amazing boys, Ty, 14 and Brayden, 12. the schools. The Lowry’s have been in the Air Force Alana has been a lynchpin to the for almost 18 years, spending the last 4 success of 721st Aircraft Maintenance years stationed at Ramstein Air Base, Squadron Spouse’s Group initiatives Germany. Alana and her family love to introduced this past year including the travel whenever they get the chance. Spouse Sponsorship program, Newcom- Alana has been a Key Spouse for four years and re- er support, and acting as the treasurer for the group. cently became a Key Spouse Mentor. She stays busy Alana is looking forward to her next and final year at and active in the community performing duties as Ramstein and is excited for what is to come.

“Be of service...there is nothing that harvests more of a feeling of empowerment than being of service to someone in need.” - Gillian Anderson

Key spouses are specially trained volunteers who promote individual, family and unit readiness. They are a support system that encourages peer-to-peer support year- round. They meet the vital needs of spouses and provide an informal sounding board through an informal network. They are a part of the leadership team in each unit. The AMC Key Spouse program evolved from an idea to develop an organized program where military spouses help other spouses. Key Spouses work closely with the commander, commander’s spouse, First Sergeant, and the Airman and Family Readiness Center.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 55 IN RECOGNITION OF OUR CONVENTION SPONSORS

The Airlift/Tanker Association is extremely fortunate to have outstanding backing from corporate and industry supporters to help us further the Air Mobility mission! We would like to especially recognize those companies who assisted the Airlift/Tanker Association with costs associated in conducting this year’s “virtual convention.” - Cary Walgamott Those companies are as follows:

Boeing Airborne Global Solutions, Inc./Omni Air International Collins Aerospace CAE Lockheed Martin Parker Aerospace

Massif Airbus McClellan Jet Services

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 56 SALUTE TO OUR INDUSTRY PARTNERS America’s Aerospace Industry plays an integral role in providing our country’s decisive military edge; and, the A/TA’s Industry Partners play a vital role in assuring the success of the Association. (Industry Partners as of 16 September 2020)

Airbus Airbus Americas, Inc. is the U.S.-based operation of Airbus, a global leader in aerospace, defense, space and related services. Airbus has Abilene Military Affairs Committee contributed more than $187 billion in the U.S. since 1990 to the U.S. The Abilene Military Affairs Committee (MAC) has supported economy annually and supports over 275,000 American jobs through Dyess AFB and the Air Force for over 50 years by cultivating an out- its network of suppliers. Airbus Americas, Inc., headquartered in standing relationship between the community and the military. The Herndon, Va., offers a broad array of advanced solutions to meet U.S. most visible example is the “World’s Largest Barbeque” held every military and commercial requirements, including fixed- and rotary- spring, at which over 4,000 airmen and their families are served a free wing aircraft, homeland security systems, public safety communica- barbeque meal. The MAC has also completed several upgrades for the tions, defense electronics and avionics, and threat detection systems. base, including DV quarters, the Linear Air Park, Base Ops Lounge, Memorial Park, and has supported countless base events. Abilene won the AMC Outstanding Community Support Award so many times that “The airplane stays up because it AMC disqualified the city from further competition and renamed it the “Abilene Trophy”, which is now judged every year by the Abilene doesn’t have the time to fall.” MAC. In addition, the 300+ volunteers of the MAC engage with senior —Orville Wright military leaders and elected officials at local, state, and national levels to advocate for Air Force and community issues.

Altus Military Affairs Committee The Altus Military Affairs Committee (MAC) was established in 1952 by community leaders to forge a lasting relationship between the community and base. The MAC mission is to sustain Altus AFB as a vi- Airborne Global Solutions able military installation by promoting base growth through commu- Airborne Global Solutions, Inc. (AGS) specializes in providing oper- nity support and protecting one of our nation’s most valuable assets. ating and leasing solutions utilizing cost-efficient medium wide-body The Committee’s vision is “to have the best air force base and commu- freighter aircraft. AGS, a subsidiary of Air Transport Services Group, nity relationship in the U.S. Air Force.” To accomplish their mission, Inc. (ATSG), leverages the entire ATSG portfolio and other solution committee members engage in a variety of activities including raising partners to develop bundled, turn-key cargo airline solutions that are financial support, planning and attending community/base functions, flexible, customized and built on decades of experience in global cargo building social and professional relationships with base personnel, en- airline operations. Through strategic alliances with the ATSG family of gaging Senior Air Force leadership, interacting with elected officials companies, which include two cargo airlines, a maintenance repair or- and staff at local, state, and federal levels, and serving as a liaison to ganization and ancillary airline service providers, we offer a bundled the community. For the past 55 years, MAC and community members solution approach to providing the right solution at the right time— have also organized and attended the annual Altus Quail Breakfast anywhere in the world. www.airborneglobal.com currently hosted by Senator James Inhofe.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 57 Bangor International Airport Bangor International Airport (BGR) comprises one of the most experienced, full-service ground handling organizations worldwide. Dedi- Atlas Air Worldwide cated to provide customers with prompt and professional service, BGR Atlas Air Worldwide (NASDAQ: AAWW) is a leading global provider is renowned for the ability to turn an aircraft quickly and safely. of outsourced aircraft and aviation operating services. It is the parent Strategically located as the first U.S. airport encountered entering company of Atlas Air, Inc. (Atlas), Southern Air, Inc. (Southern), and U.S. airspace from Europe, Bangor provides 24/7 experienced dis- Titan Aviation Holdings, Inc. (Titan), and is the majority shareholder patchers to coordinate an aircraft’s arrival, servicing and departure of Polar Air Cargo Worldwide, Inc. (Polar). Our companies operate the with base operations, 24-hour refueling, 24/7 Customs and Immigra- world’s largest fleet of 747 freighter aircraft and provide customers a tion services, and complete ground handling services, and mainte- broad array of Boeing 747, 777, 767, 757 and 737 aircraft for domestic, nance with a FAA/EASA certified repair station. BGR offers a strategic regional and international applications. We empower our express and advantage for all-inclusive cargo handling that provides economic e-commerce delivery, airline, freight forwarder, US military (including cargo tech-stops and operations. the CRAF program), and charter customers to increase fleet flexibility BGR’s runway of 11,440 feet can accommodate any aircraft flying today and network efficiency, drive an expanded global presence, and more including the AN-225 and an A380. BGR has 12 million square feet of open quickly capitalize on market-growth opportunities. In addition, we are ramp space. BGR is an all-weather CAT III access airport with de-icing the provider of training for Air Force One and for E-4B pilots and flight services, hydrant and truck fueling, and competitively priced services. engineers. For more information, please go to www.atlasair.com.

“Outsourcing and globalization of Boeing Boeing is the world’s largest aerospace company and leading manu- manufacturing allows companies to facturer of commercial jetliners, defense, space and security systems, and service provider of aftermarket support. Boeing’s Defense, Space reduce costs, benefits consumers & Security business unit provides solutions for the design, production, modification, service and support of commercial derivatives, military with lower cost goods and services, rotorcraft, satellites, human space exploration and autonomous systems. It helps customers address requirements through a broad portfolio that causes economic expansion that includes the KC-46 aerial refueling aircraft. Boeing Global Services de- reduces unemployment, and increases livers innovative, comprehensive and cost-competitive service solutions for commercial, defense and space customers, regardless of the equip- productivity and job creation.” ment’s original manufacturer. As the leading manufacturer for commercial and defense platforms, Boeing is positioned to provide unparalleled —Larry Elder aftermarket support for mixed fleets worldwide. With engineering, digital analytics, supply chain and training support spanning across both the government and commercial service offerings, Boeing Global Ser- vices’ unsurpassed support keeps the C-17, KC-135, and KC-10 operating at high efficiency. Visit us at www.Boeing.com.

Bae Systems “There exist limitless opportunities BAE Systems, Inc. and its 33,600 people are part of a global defense, in every industry. Where aerospace and security company with 85,800 employees worldwide. We deliver products and services for air, land, sea and space, as well there is an open mind, as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions, and customer support and services. Our dedication shows in everything we there will always be a frontier.” create and deliver—from advanced electronic systems to cyber operations and intelligence analysis, from combat vehicles to naval weapons, —Charles F. Kettering and from ship maintenance and modernization to vehicle upgrades and services. We push the limits of possibility to provide a critical advantage to our customers where it counts. Learn more at www.baesystems.com

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 58 Booz Allen Hamilton Booz Allen Hamilton is a global firm of 24,225 diverse, passionate, Capewell Aerial Systems, LLC and exceptional people driven to excel, do right, and realize positive Capewell Aerial Systems is a global leader in life support and change in everything we do. We bring bold thinking and a desire to aerial delivery equipment. We provide engineered products for per- be the best in our work in consulting, analytics, digital solutions, engi- sonnel and cargo airdrop, search and rescue, and tactical gear for neering, and cyber, and with industries ranging from defense to health military, law enforcement and humanitarian agencies worldwide. to energy to international development. We celebrate and value diver- Capewell’s latest innovation is the Virtual Loadmaster Training Sys- sity in all its forms; it’s something we truly value as a multicultural tem, which gives Loadmaster’s an exciting new capability to simu- community of problem solvers. We believe in corporate and individual late emergency procedures. citizenship that make our communities better places for all. We have Our life support products consist of parachute hardware, crew one guiding purpose—to empower people to change the world. Our restraints, egress devices, flotation vests and emergency breathing founder, Edwin Booz said it best: “Start with character… and fear not systems. We offer soft tactical gear for law enforcement as well as air the future.” We bring a ferocious integrity to change the status quo, rescue and recovery. today and throughout our more than 100-year history. Each day, we Our aerial delivery products include platforms, tow-plates, imagine, invent, and deliver new ways to better serve our employees, buffer stops, cargo slings and restraints. Capewell is also a dis- our clients, and the world. www.boozallen.com tributor of the Joint Precision Air Drop System and the Wireless Gate Release System. The Capewell promise means quality you can bet your life on and service that stands the test of time, since 1881. Capewell Aerial Systems is ISO9001 and AS9100 Certified. For more information visit capewellaerialsystems.com

Bose Corpor ation Bose is one of the largest and best-known audio technology develop- ers. In addition to home, professional, and automotive audio products, Bose manufactures communications headsets for civilian pilots and military aircrews in a variety of applications and aircraft types. Bose headsets with proprietary Acoustic Noise Cancelling® technology offer an unmatched combination of noise reduction, audio performance, and comfortable fit that remains unmatched in the industry. Cobham The most capable critical control solutions for extreme environments. As the world’s leading supplier of critical control solutions, we help our customers to increase the safety and mission capabilities of their personnel and equipment in extreme environments. Our proven and trusted solutions in air-to-air refuelling, life support, weapons carriage and unmanned systems, deliver assured performance and class-leading through-life costs that enable our customers to bring complex projects to market quickly, and with minimal risk. CAE CAE is a global leader in training for the defense, civil aviation, and healthcare markets. Backed by a record of more than 70 years of industry firsts, the company continues to help define global training standards with its innovative live-virtual-constructive (LVC) training solutions to make flying safer, maintain defense force readiness and enhance patient safety. CAE has the broadest global presence in the industry with over 9,000 employees, 160 sites and training locations in over 35 countries. Each year CAE trains more than 220,000 civil and defense crewmembers, including more than 135,000 pilots. CAE is a world leader in the design, development, and delivery of training systems for airlift and tanker aircraft, including having delivered more C-130 training systems than any other company. CAE Collins Aerospace USA is the prime contractor responsible for both the KC-135 Aircrew Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent Training System (ATS) and C-130H ATS for the U.S. Air Force. In solutions that help to redefine the aerospace and defense industry. We addition, CAE supports Lockheed Martin as a subcontractor on the dedicate our capabilities, comprehensive portfolio and expertise to solv- design and manufacture of C-130J and AC/HC/MC-130J simulators ing customers’ toughest challenges and meeting the demands of the and training devices, and built all the C-5 weapon systems trainers global market. The company employs more than 78,000 people in more for the U.S. Air Force. Visit www.cae.com to learn more. than 300 locations worldwide.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 59 FlightSafety International FlightSafety International is a simulator-based training company David Clark Company Incorporated whose contribution to aviation began with its founding in 1951. The David Clark Company Inc. (DCCI) is the world leader in headsets for company’s special emphasis is on developing proficiency in the safe military, marine, and general aviation, specializing in communication and effective operation of complex, potentially hazardous equip- solutions for any high-noise environment. Our Worcester, MA, facility ment. This normally means training pilots and maintenance techni- has been manufacturing headsets and communication systems for over cians for all types of aircraft. FlightSafety’s FAA-certified training half a century. Pilots, both civilian and military, fire departments, coast- revolves around the use of advanced simulators that replicate with al interdiction personnel, NASA, and many other government custom- certified accuracy the experience of flying. FlightSafety’s simulators ers are very familiar with the high quality, durability, and serviceability are designed and built by its Simulator Systems. Company training of our products. encompasses all facets of aviation – commercial, corporate, private and military. Military programs include operating and maintaining the new KC-46 and the C-17 Aircrew Training Systems (ATS) for the United States Air Force. It also operates the Contractor Lo- gistics Support (CLS) program for the T-1 and T-38 programs. Since its founding, the company has always championed that: “The best safety device in any aircraft is a well-trained crewmember.”

Elbit Systems of America “Never tell people how to do Elbit Systems of America is a leading provider of high performance products, system solutions, and support services focusing on defense, things. Tell them what to do and homeland security, commercial aviation and medical instrumentation. With facilities throughout the United States, Elbit Systems of America they will surprise you with is dedicated to supporting those who contribute daily to the safety and security of the United States. Elbit Systems of America, LLC is wholly their ingenuity.” owned by Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT,) a global electronics com- —General George S. Patton pany engaged in a wide range of programs for innovative defense and commercial applications. Visit us at www.elbitsystems-us.com.

Fly Boys – Gear for Pilots (PIVOT Case) PIVOT is a product division of Fly Boys – Gear for Pilots. Already Essex Industries known for our dedication and understanding of the military pilot needs Essex Industries is a world-class leader in the design, development, and operations, PIVOT is considered the new standard not only in com- production and support of aerospace, life support and safety products mercial EFB but military aviation as well. PIVOT’s patented technology and systems. Our unique product lines include crew oxygen delivery features a variety of tablet cases with built-in connectivity to a truly uni- systems; ground-based and airborne med-evac liquid oxygen (LOX) life versal mounting plate. Every PIVOT case has and will have the same support systems as well as huge transport and storage systems such as connection, making PIVOT uniquely future proof. This feature is saving the 500 Gallon LOX Trailer. Essex also manufactures fixed- and rotary- commercial and government users millions of dollars in unnecessary wing flight control stick, throttle, cyclic and collective grip assemblies; equipment and deployment costs. hydraulic pulsation dampeners; portable protective breathing equip- Designed by a former military pilot, PIVOT addresses the specific ment; and hundreds of other mechanical and electromechanical com- needs unique to EFB in the cockpit. A wide variety of options exist for ponents and assemblies for aircraft fuel, hydraulic, ECS and ground protecting and mounting devices – allowing for full interchangeability support systems. For over 70 years, Essex Industries has established a between users and aircraft, anywhere in the world. reputation for providing engineered solutions and superior customer The PIVOT system is currently in use at over 80 airlines around the service. With exacting quality standards and manufacturing expertise, world, helping them to reduce complexities, increase device and data Essex is a company that can satisfy the toughest application require- utilization and portability to retain full readiness. These same concepts ments. For news and more information, please see http://www.essexin- apply to military operations and as a result PIVOT is the fastest growing dustries.com/ solution in the DoD for EFB. Contact PIVOT and find out more about our concept of #efbmadesimple – flyboys.com — pivotcase.com

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 60 Gulfstream Aerospace Corpor ation Georgia Tech Research Institute Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Georgia Tech Research Institute (GTRI) develops advanced techno- General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, mar- logical solutions and large-scale system prototypes to address the most kets, services and supports the world’s most technologically advanced difficult problems in national security, economic development and over- business-jet aircraft. Gulfstream has produced more than 2,800 aircraft all human betterment. Core research areas include complex and agile for customers around the world since 1958. To meet the diverse trans- systems engineering, sensor design and integration, information man- portation needs of the future, Gulfstream offers a comprehensive fleet of agement and cyber security, and defense technology development. aircraft, comprising the Gulfstream G280TM, the Gulfstream G550TM, GTRI is uniquely positioned within the Georgia Institute of Technol- the Gulfstream G500TM, the Gulfstream G600TM, the Gulfstream ogy (Georgia Tech), a top research university; we have over 2300 em- G650TM and the Gulfstream G650ERTM. We invite you to visit our web- ployees and conducted more than $497 million in sponsored research in site for more information and photos at www.gulfstreamnews.com. FY18. For more information, please visit GTRI.gatech.edu.

“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the Global Air Logistics & Training Inc. Global Air Logistics and Training, Inc (GALT) is a spirited, non-tra- airplane takes off against the ditional, SDVOSB defense contractor. We weaponize information at the point of impact by solving the challenges of resilient, high-bandwidth wind, not with it.” communications and rapidly deployable tactical cloud capabilities. — Henry Ford GALT maintains critical competencies for all-domain, battle management and C4ISR Systems including airborne networking, distributed data systems development, communication system optimization, data security, and operational employment. GALT is a blend of seasoned operators, highly qualified engineers and industry leaders tackling multi- domain problems facing warfighters. As a force multiplier, GALT is expert at teaming with small innovative businesses, universities, as well as traditional defense contractors to achieve war-fighter focused results. https://www.galt.aero/

Hilton Software LLC Hilton Software is the developer of the award-winning WingX, a multi-platform aviation application for iOS and Android. Innovation is at our core. WingX was the first major mobile app to introduce many “From computers to information of the new technologies we see in mobile Electronic Flight Bags today including Synthetic Vision, Terrain overlays, GPWS, Split Screen, and technology to airplanes, it has been ADS-B Weather and Traffic. Hilton Software is a United States Department of Defense Prime Con- America’s unique blend of republican tractor. In 2013, Hilton Software was awarded a 3-year contract worth over $9M. In 2017, Hilton Software won a 5-year contract worth over government and free-market $17M to develop multi-platform solutions used throughout the world by US DoD pilots and our allies. The systems we develop significantly capitalism that has allowed us to increase efficiency, capability, and safety. Moreover, aircraft fuel burn across the fleet has decreased measurably thereby saving our Govern- surpass all other nations in history.” ment millions of dollars each year. Awards: Golden Bridge Award for Executive of the Year – Information —George Nethercutt Technology Software (2017), Golden Bridge Award for Most Innovative Executive of the Year (2017), Gold Stevie® Award for Executive of the Year in Aerospace & Defense (2017), Silver Stevie® Award for Tech Inno- vator of the Year (2017), Silver Stevie® Award for Executive of the Year – Computer Software – Up to 500 Employees (2017), and Won Media Post’s Appy Award in the Mapping/Location-Based category (2016). For more information, please visit www.hiltonsoftware.com.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 61 LifePort LifePort pioneers aircraft solutions that have been utilized in some of the most challenging environments that the world has to offer. We use this experience to ensure that our catalog of products meets the most stringent mission requirements of both current and future operations. LifePort products currently serve dozens of military organizations around the world and have included: Lightweight ballistic protection L3Harris Technologies systems, MEDEVAC and CASEVAC systems, customized mission seat- L3Harris Technologies is an agile global aerospace and defense ing, command and control consoles, and other engineered components technology innovator, delivering end-to-end solutions that meet for military aircraft. LifePort systems have been developed, improved, customers’ mission-critical needs. For more than 65 years, L3Harris and refined over years of high-tempo field use, and we are ready to ap- has delivered superior performance to the U.S. government, our al- ply that knowledge to any mission – however challenging. lies and leading corporations throughout the world. L3Harris knows the critical role our products and services play in the protection and defense of freedoms worldwide. L3Harris delivers integrated solutions for global Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations, assured communications systems, and provides modernization, upgrade, sustainment, maintenance and logistical support for a wide variety of aircraft and ground systems for military, government and commercial customers. L3Harris is one of the world’s preferred sources for highly customized design, integration and certification of mission communication systems and interiors Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Company for VIP/Head-of-State aircraft. With 400-plus locations worldwide, Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global securi- customers in 130 countries and 50,000 employees, L3Harris has the ty and aerospace company principally engaged in the research, design, capacity to modify and service hundreds of aircraft 24/7, supporting development, manufacture, integration, and sustainment of advanced customers and the men and women who proudly serve our country. technology systems, products, and services. L3Harris is accelerating innovation and providing affordable solu- Lockheed Martin Aeronautics is known for building and supporting tions to fast forward to tomorrow. the finest military aircraft in the world, which include the C-130 Hercu- les; C-5 Galaxy; P-3 Orion; U-2 Dragon Lady; F-16 Fighting Falcon; F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning. The C-130 Hercules has earned its reputation of a proven workhorse supporting multiple missions around the world. From aerial refueling to search and rescue, fighting wildfires and special operations, the C-130 Hercules stands ready for its next mission. And for whatever the future holds. www.lockheedmartin.com/C130

Leonardo DRS Leonardo DRS provides customers with the exact solutions they need, exactly when they’re needed. Sustainment solutions, such as survivabil- ity, liquid logistics and life cycle sustainment, demonstrate their value every day to keep operations running at peak efficiency. DRS Land Sys- tems is a business unit of Leonardo DRS headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri with a 100-acre heavy equipment manufacturing facility in West Plains, Missouri, providing state-of-the-art engineering for and manufacturing of complex welded structures that meet the demanding Louis Berger Services requirements of today’s Warfighter and commercial customers. Louis Berger is a $1 billion global corporation that helps clients solve DRS Land Systems is proud of our unwavering support to Air Mobil- their most complex challenges. Louis Berger performs large-scale gov- ity Command Global Air Mobility Mission. Our system level overhaul, ernment services contracts for multiple branches of DoD and other US worldwide part supply, and globally positioned field service representa- government agencies. To these US government clients, we bring decades tives ensure that both the Tunner 60K and the Halvorsen 25K Aircraft of business and operational experience in CONUS and OCONUS loca- Cargo Loaders are mission ready to aid AMC airman in meeting their tions, including Stuttgart, Germany; Naval Air Station, Rota, Spain; global commitments. Kuwait; and several other critical locations in Southwest Asia and the See the full range of our capabilities at www.leonardodrs.comtives Far East. We are a trusted partner to national, state and local govern- ensure that both the Tunner 60K and the Halvorsen 25K Aircraft Car- ment agencies; multilateral institutions; and commercial industry clients go Loaders are mission ready to aid AMC airman in meeting their worldwide. By focusing on client needs to deliver quality, safe, financial- global commitments. ly-successful projects with integrity, we are committed to deliver on our See the full range of our capabilities at www.leonardodrs.com. promise to provide Solutions for a Better World.

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 63 Parker Aerospace Parker Aerospace is a global leader in flight control, hydraulic, fuel, Omega Air inerting, fluid conveyance, thermal management, and engine systems and components used on the world’s fleet of aircraft and aeroengines. Omega Air remains the only commercial supplier of aerial refueling Phone: 949-833-3000. Website: www.parker.com services to the US Military and its allies. With more than 16 years experience supporting the warfighter, Omega has earned an exceptional reputation by providing highly reliable and cost effective strategic aerial refueling around the globe. Utilizing the aerial refueling expertise of highly qualified military veterans, Omega delivers seamless military support with commercial efficiencies delivering mission completion “Gold is good in its place; but living, rates of 99%. brave, patriotic men, are better Omega uses highly reliable and thoroughly proven tanker platforms, the B-707 and the DC-10. These workhorses have been modified than gold.” by Omega to ensure the highest possible redundancy. Omega is able to maximize efficiency by overseeing most of the key components that go –Abraham Lincoln into the final product. These specialties include its own FAA 145 engine repair station, engineering support for modifications and R&D, maintenance scheduling, flight line maintenance, supply chain for spare parts and operational aircrews. www.omegaairrefueling.com

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 64 RINI Technologies SSAI/Support Systems Associates Inc. RINI Technologies Inc specializes in the development and production of miniature Thermal Systems that are used by the US military to cool SSAI is a small business with large business capability. Founded in and/or warm troops, medical supplies and other key equipment. 1969 we have 50+ years of Engineering, Logistics, and Management Sup- One product in use by Air Mobility Command is RINI’s Personal Cool- port for DoD Programs. SSAI has multi-disciplined professionals with ing System (PCS). This device is a man-portable cooling system that a Small Business Innovative Culture. We are a privately owned com- circulates chilled water through a Cooling Vest worn by an individual pany that is responsive to customer needs. We deliver on time! SSAI is beneath their protective gear to keep the user cool. The Personal Cool- committed to Quality Services and is ISO 9001:2015 and AS9100C/9110B ing Unit uses a miniature refrigeration cycle to generate chilled water Certified. Our work focuses on avionics; rotary wing and fixed wing air- providing constant cooling to regulate the body temperature of the indi- craft. SSAI’s Core Business Areas are: Systems Engineering, Design and vidual and keep them cool. The chilled water is circulated through a net- Development, and Integration, Hardware & Software Design, Manufac- work of small tubes in the Cooling Vest pulling heat from the body at an turing, Assembly, and Kitting, Aircraft Modification and Maintenances, ideal temperature and releasing the heat to the internal heat exchanger. Integrated Logistic Support and Depot Level Avionics Repair. We sup- The system is powered from standard military batteries. port many of the OEMs on their programs. SSAI is a Prime Contractor Learn more at rinitech.com on various ID/IQ Contracts: SOF MACM, KRACEn and OASIS. SSAI is headquartered in Melbourne, FL, with a site in Warner Robins, GA. Please contact Mike Reynolds at [email protected] for information.

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A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 65 TALES ON THE RAMP By USAF Col. (retired) Douglass G. Wood NEVER TRUST A FIGHTER PILOT This forum is intended to n 1965, I was a brand-new C-124 21 with a flight of four F-4s. We have provide a venue for those funny aircraft commander stationed at been scrambled for a hot mission and events, anecdotal happenings Tachikawa Air Base, Japan. I was are stuck behind ‘Ol Shaky.’ We need still a 1st lieutenant and was on to get to the arming area ASAP, so let and “Old War Stories” from tanker myI first mission where I did not have to me guide the C-124 to the runup area.” and airlift operations throughout have another aircraft commander baby- Ground came back and said, “Roger the years. We’ve all got some sitting me. As it turned out, I wish I had Gunfighter 21, you are cleared to guide and now here’s an opportunity to had someone with a little more experi- the C-124 to the runup area. Axis 21 (our share them with our members. We’re ence looking after me. call sign) you are cleared to taxi.” I said not just talking about flying stories, The mission had taken us to DaNang “Roger,” released the brakes and slowly Air Base, Vietnam, and after offloading started down the taxiway. but virtually anything related to a fire engine we reconfigured the cargo The fighter pilot immediately started air refueling and airlift operations – compartment for passengers as our to give me steering directions. “Turn a from 35 thousand feet, to the flight next leg was to Saigon with more than little right, straighten out, turn slightly line to the MPF (CBPO for you more 100 Vietnamese civilians who were be- left” and on and on until we cleared the experienced members) and anywhere ing relocated in the south. repair area and pulled into the runup We started engines and as we taxied pad. As the lead F-4 taxied by me, the in between. Don’t worry about out, we found the parallel taxiway was pilot saluted and said “Congratulations, ratting anyone out. The A/TQ staff partially blocked. It seems they were re- Axis 21, you got every one of them.” I will edit out any incriminating evidence pairing about 200 yards of taxiway that looked back down the taxiway and sure to protect the not-so-innocent, including had been damaged by a recent rocket enough, I had indeed squashed every the author’s name. Please take a attack. The portion being repaired was smudge pot flat as a pancake. minute to recall some of your best outlined by a long series of smudge A few days later when I returned to pots which were positioned along the Tachikawa, my squadron commander stories and attach them to an email edge between the taxiway and the re- was on the ramp to meet me. He had addressed to [email protected]. pair area. As we approached the now gotten a call from the DaNang base We need your participation to make very narrow taxi area, I called ground commander wanting to know what this a fun feature for all our readers. control and asked for a Follow Me kind of idiot pilots he was commanding truck to come out and lead us past the up there in Japan. After I told my side of smudge pots. A C-124 is a huge aircraft, the story of how I happened to destroy and we cannot see the gear. I was told over forty smudge pots, he let out a sigh, that it would be a few minutes as the mumbled something about @#$%^&* one available truck was at the other end fighter pilots and walked away. of the airfield. Somehow, I survived 24 years years At that point a voice came on the flying in MATS and MAC, and to ground control frequency and said, the day I retired I never, never again “DaNang ground, this is Gunfighter trusted a fighter pilot.

A/TQA/TQ •• Airlift/TankerAirlift/Tanker QuarterlyQuarterly •• FallFall 20202020 6666 MOBILITY HEROES OUR HERITAGE By USAF Col. (retired) Paul McVickar

Anyone who has studied a little military history, certainly knows the flights were remarkable, given the simple nature of the equipment in- name of Gen. Ira Eaker. Gen. Eaker is probably best known for his role as volved. The Question Mark used a fire department hose for fuel transfer, the commander of Eighth Air Force in England, during spotlights rigged on the wheels of the refueling plane World War II, and for his role as commander of the Medi- for night refueling, and jiggles on a rope for communica- terranean allied Air Forces including 12th and 15th Air tions. Gen. Eaker’s initial refueling efforts on these two Forces. But not everyone realizes that Gen. Eaker was the missions significantly contributed to the mobility mis- true father of aerial refueling. sion and the advancements in in-flight that the U.S. Air Gen. Eaker began his military service during World Force, other branches of the military service and our al- War I and served continuously through World War II, lies enjoy today. retiring just one month before the U.S. Air Force became Gen. Eaker’s career continued as he organized and a separate service. In 1929, Gen. Eaker organized the commanded the Eighth Bomber Command. Gen. Eaker famous Question Mark endurance test, one of the first led the first B-17 heavy-bomber attack on continental Eu- in-flight aerial refuelings involving fuel transferred be- rope. Later in 1942, Gen. Eaker commanded the Eighth tween two airborne aircraft. He personally secured the Air Force and subsequently became Commanding Gen- approval of the chief of the Army Air Corps, worked out eral of all Army Air Forces in the United Kingdom. air refueling procedures and selected the planes and In 1944, he assumed command of the Mediterranean Gen. Ira Eaker. (Archive photo). crews. For 150 hours, 40 minutes and 15 seconds, the Allied Air Forces in Italy, where he planned shuttle Question Mark stayed airborne over southern Califor- bombing missions – missions that launched in Italy, nia, proving that in-flight refueling could extend the range of airplanes bombed German targets and recovered in the Soviet Union. Again, Gen. by several thousand miles. Eaker led the first mission, in 1944. His final assignment was as deputy The test was commanded by Maj. Carl “Tooey” Spaatz, flying as the commander of the Army Air Forces and chief of the Air Staff. He retired chief pilot. With in-flight refueling a proven concept, Gen. Eaker orga- in July 1947, with more than 12,000 flying hours. nized the first nonstop transcontinental flight, the Boeing Hornet Shut- Gen. Eaker was a true aviation pioneer and war hero, but for the Mo- tle flight. This flight proved that air refueling could extend the aircraft bility Air Forces, he will be best remembered as the “Father of In-flight range even in flights over rugged terrain, in adverse weather. These Refueling,” earning him a place of honor in the Mobility Hall of Fame.

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 67 67 AIR MOBILITY AMC welcomes new commander during ceremony By Tech. Sgt. R.J. Biermann, Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

Air Mobility Command welcomed its new commander during a ceremony at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Aug. 20, 2020. Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost succeeded Gen. Maryanne Miller during the ceremony, officiated by Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr. Brown began by thanking Miller for her outstanding leadership during her two years in command. “What a fast-paced two years it’s been,” Brown said. “Soon after tak- ing command, Maryanne recognized the work ahead and shifted focus at the speed of relevance based on the National Defense Strategy.” In the early months of 2020, Miller led AMC through a new, unique period in the world’s history, against an unseen foe. Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost, commander of Air Mobility Command, “By leveraging innovation and a whole lot of resolve, Air Mobility right, salutes Gen. Charles Q. Brown, Jr., Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Command answered the nation’s [COVID-19] call, generating and fly- during the AMC change of command ceremony at Scott Air Force Base, ing our most critical missions while also safeguarding our Airmen and Illinois, Aug. 20, 2020. The ceremony marked an AMC first with back-to- families,” Brown said. “Air Mobility Command delivered millions of back female generals commanding the major command. (U.S. Air Force COVID-19 test swabs around the world.” photo by Senior Airman Solomon Cook). Brown detailed other innovations the command was responsible for conceiving to support COVID-19 response operations, such as the Nega- tively Pressurized Conex. He also praised the command for endlessly aggressively implement the National Defense Strategy through the executing rapid global mobility, which he’s confident will continue into unique mission sets we fulfill for our nation.” Van Ovost’s command. Van Ovost has years of command experience organizing, training Hours before the change of command ceremony, Van Ovost was pro- and equipping Mobility Air Forces for America. moted to general, making her the fifth female general to ever serve in “From the flight line to the front line, from the cockpit to the clinic, the Air Force and the Defense Department’s sole female four-star leader. we will develop leaders of character with a natural bias for action and a “There is no one more qualified and ready to take the reins of Air competitive, curious and innovative mindset,” she said. “We will grow Mobility Command than Jackie,” said Brown. “We take great comfort in Airmen who are resilient, multi-capable and digitally-adept—instinc- knowing you and your Airmen are ready to execute global reach, faster, tively exploiting advances in data, computing and information technol- farther and better than ever before.” ogies—and armed with the specific skills to deliver into the future.” Addressing AMC for the first time as commander, Van Ovost thanked Air Mobility Command is the air component of United States Trans- Airmen physically and virtually present for their steadfast efforts to portation Command, a unified, functional combatant command which achieve mission success. provides support to the nine other U.S. combatant commands, the mili- “You are the reason Air Mobility Command continues to provide tary services, defense agencies and other government organizations for our combatant commanders unrivaled rapid global mobility,” said a wide array of joint mobility missions. Van Ovost. “As a command, we will build upon these successes as we Army Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, USTRANSCOM commander, spoke about his experience with AMC Airmen and welcomed Van Ovost to the command during the ceremony. “This is about the great Airmen who comprise Air Mobility Com- mand, postured and employed globally, 24/7,” said Lyons. “I am AMC’s biggest fan … I stand in awe of this Air Mobility Command team. Our Mobility Air Force stands alone as the best the world has ever seen.” Miller, who retires after more than 39 years of service, received the Distinguished Service Medal for her outstanding leadership of AMC. In her last speech as commander, she thanked her Airmen for their service and sacrifices. “To the Air Mobility Airmen around the world, thank you for the work you do every day to fortify our national security,” she said. “You serve at the heart of this nation … You inspired me … Each and every day of my command, I was driven. I was driven by your excellence.” As AMC commander, Van Ovost is responsible for employing and in- tegrating all Mobility Air Forces comprised of nearly 107,000 Total Force Airmen along with nearly 1,100 aircraft. AMC sustains America’s military operations worldwide through its airlift, aerial refueling, aeromedi- Gen. Jacqueline D. Van Ovost assumes command of Air Mobility Com- cal evacuation and air mobility support capabilities. The command also mand, at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, Aug. 20, 2020. (U.S. Air Force responds to humanitarian crises worldwide. Van Ovost is the fourteenth photo by Senior Airman Miranda Simpson). commander to lead the major command since its inception June 1, 1992.

A/TQA/TQ • • Airlift/Tanker Airlift/Tanker Quarterly Quarterly • • Fall Fall 2020 2020 6868 “The test will help USTRANSCOM understand the aerosol particle USTRANSCOM conducts test to reduce field generated by a passenger(s) shedding viral material and the - ex risk of COVID exposure on aircraft posure risk to crew and passengers,” said Lt. Cmdr. Joseph Pope, US- By Senior Airman Christopher Quail TRANSCOM Operations directorate liaison for the airflow particle test. There were many scenarios considered for the test. Three configurations U.S. Transportation Command is on a quest to minimize the trans- were tested, two ground and one in flight: in flight in the cabin and cock- mission of the Coronavirus on Patriot Express flights by testing how pit; at the terminal with jet bridge connected to the aircraft and the cabin aerosol particles flow on commercial aircraft. The Patriot Express is a door open; and at the terminal with doors closed using an auxiliary power commercial charter flight contracted by the Department of Defense to unit to power aircraft cabin air recirculation using ground air supply. transport passengers on official military duty and their families. “This data collected will eventually inform the Department of De- Vice Adm. Dee Mewbourne, deputy commander, USTRANSCOM, fense on contact tracing requirements needed for specific aircraft,” Pope traveled to Dulles International Airport, Virginia, Aug. 28, to observe an said. “It will also be used to develop strategies like cabin loading and airflow particle test onboard a United Airlines 767 aircraft. seating configurations to mitigate potential risk of inter-person trans- Most viruses and other germs do not spread easily on flights because mission of the aerosol particles.” of how cabin air is circulated and filtered. However, social distancing One of the initial responses to the Coronavirus by the DOD was to is difficult on crowded flights, and travelers may have to sit near other stop or limit travel including via air. In May, the travel ban was lifted people, increasing the risk for exposure to COVID-19. for military members and certain categories of space-available (Space- “USTRANSCOM’s goal is to provide the safest possible means of A) travelers could resume flying, but this came with new restrictions to transportation for military members, dependents and contractors,” prevent the spread of COVID-19 while traveling. said Mewbourne while witnessing the test. “They are depending on Military members and families are still required to participate in a the Patriot Express to get to their destination, which is why we require restriction of movement prior to departure, to wear a mask the entire masks and only load to 80 percent capacity. This test will help enhance flight, and quarantine for 14 days upon arrival depending on their final our understanding of what is going on in the cabin. We hope to find destination. Airlines are also sanitizing surfaces routinely. However, out how the virus patterns spread and how rapidly the virus is filtered even with these prevention methods, a small number of travelers arrive out of the aircraft.” at their destination testing positive for the virus but there has been no The aerosol tests took place Aug. 24 to 31. They were performed by the clear evidence to date the virus was contracted while aboard the flight. Zeteo Tech and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency on aircraft “Once the data is put into a computational fluid dynamic computer most contracted by USTRANSCOM, the Boeing 767-300 and 777-200. model, we hope it will assist in determining if specific passengers on an Mannequins with and without face masks sat in various seats on an aircraft should isolate when an asymptomatic COVID-19 positive indi- aircraft while small amounts of fluorescent tracer particles, or simulated vidual has traveled,” said Pope. “It could be the difference between the infectious particles, were released at 2-to 4-minute rates during a com- whole aircraft isolating compared to one person.” bination of ground and in-flight events. Real-time fluorescent particle The aerosol test will conclude, and results are due to the command sensors were placed throughout the aircraft at the breathing zone of in September. Data will then be reported to the DOD COVID Task passengers to retrieve the data. The tracer amounts will be measured Force and mission partners. This test was conducted in partnership in multiple rows for four sections of an airframe: forward, forward-mid, with Boeing and United Airlines, as well as DARPA, Zeteo Tech, and mid-aft, and aft. the University of Nebraska.

Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kru-zelnick, AMC command chief, hold a socially-distanced all call for members of Team McChord on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Sept. 3, 2020. AMC leadership is currently touring bases as part of their listening tour to learn from AMC Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mikayla Heineck). Air Mobility News & Views continues >>>

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 69 of ongoing fuel leaks, and the redesign of critical aircraft systems such AMC commander makes as the refueling boom and Remote Vision System or RVS, which allows boom operators to safely refuel receiver aircraft from a station in the front of the aircraft. first visit to Boeing for “I’m encouraged to see the progress Boeing’s engineers are making on RVS 2.0 since agreeing to a redesign of the entire system in early KC-46 update April,” said Van Ovost. “Working in tandem with experts from the Air By Air Mobility Command Public Affairs Force Research Laboratory, we are now on the right path towards fielding an operationally viable tanker that represents the first step toward Air Mobility Command commander Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost recapitalizing the Air Force’s aging tanker fleet.” made her first visit to Boeing Field, Tukwila, Washington, Sept. 4, 2020, They also observed a hands-on demonstration of Boeing’s proposal to meet with Boeing leaders, receive briefings, and participate in dis- for a potential interim Enhanced RVS or eRVS solution. AMC leaders cussions on efforts to correct deficiencies on the KC-46A Pegasus. are assessing the merit of implementing portions of the eRVS design, “Air refueling is a no-fail mission,” said Van Ovost. “It’s imperative if doing so improves boom operator performance, mitigates airworthi- we continue working closely with our partners at Boeing to field an ness risks, or reduces operational restrictions currently in place for KC- operational KC-46 that will meet the Joint Warfighter’s needs. There are 46 refueling. No decision has been made at this time. inevitable hurdles that come with fielding an aircraft as complex and As Boeing and the Air Force work to correct aircraft system deficien- capable as the KC-46, but those hurdles must be cleared as soon as pos- cies, AMC Total Force Airmen under the guidance of the Air Force Op- sible. We must keep our eye on the prize and foot on the gas.” erational Test and Evaluation Center continue to execute the KC-46’s During the visit, Van Ovost and defense leaders, including DOD Initial Operational Test and Evaluation plan. Most recently they com- Director of Operational Test and Evaluation, Robert Behler, received pleted a transatlantic, multiday IOT&E mission where a single KC-46 updates from Boeing and Air Force leaders and experts on efforts to executed all three of its core missions by airlifting cargo, executing address deficiencies and areas of concern, including efforts to eliminate boom and drogue air refueling events, and conducting a live-patient the discovery of foreign objects or FOD during aircraft delivery, repair aeromedical evacuation event.

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, back right, and Robert Behler, DOD Director of Operational Test and Evalu- ation, front right, get a demonstration of the enhanced remote vision system from Ernest Burns, Boeing KC-46 chief boom operator, front left, at Boeing Field, Tukwila, Washington, Sept. 4, 2020. Van Ovost made her first visit to Boeing Field to meet with Boeing leaders, receive briefings, and participate in discussions on efforts to correct deficiencies on the KC-46A Pegasus.(U.S. Air Force Photo by Maj. Chase Bradley).

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 70 “Because I did the ABCs and I was look- USAF EC Airman’s ing at the airways, looking for breathing and checking the pulse for circulation, I knew SABC training saves that the child had oxygen and he was breathing, it was just labored,” said Fernando. child’s life As the child regained his breath, Fernando By Maj. George Tobias, U.S. Air Force remained on scene ensuring the child did Expeditionary Center Public not relapse until medical first responders arrived to take control of the scene. A U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center Air- Fernando, who did not do what he did for man performed lifesaving actions in Clemen- any recognition, does not consider himself a ton on Sept. 10. hero, but stated that he was just not an inactive Staff Sgt. Emesh Fernando, Qualification bystander and did what he was trained to do. Training Package Manager, Air Transporta- “Staff Sgt Fernando epitomizes the term, tion Section, 423rd Mobility Training Squad- ‘Airmanship,’” said Master Sgt. Arnold ron, was at a Mavis Discount Tire near his Ogle, Noncommissioned Officer in Charge, home when a woman came into the store Air Transportation Section, 423 MTS. “He screaming that her child was choking and is consistently going out of his way to help could not breathe. members of his section, organization and As he is the squadron’s Self-Aid Buddy Care community. Whenever there is an oppor- instructor, Fernando relied on his training and Staff Sgt. Emesh Fernando. (U.S. Air Force tunity to help others, Emesh is the first to quickly reacted to and accessed the situation. photo). raise his hand while still being one of our SABC skills are extremely important, said Fer- top instructors. This type of selfless leader- nando. “One of the things I teach as part of the ship is why Airmen flock to him for guid- lesson is when you respond to a scene is to ana- the child’s face was already bluish in color and ance and mentorship.” lyze the situation and not just to go into it and he had lost control of natural body functions. Fernando is an instructor for multiple put yourself in harm’s way.” Once he had the parents calmed and en- courses taught in the USAF Expeditionary As he was running towards the car, Fer- sured the scene was safe, Fernando was able to Operations School at the USAF EC. nando noted that he was replaying his lessons aid the father to quickly release the seat belt by “I could not be prouder of Staff Sgt. Fernan- in his head while looking around scanning to using the emergency release latch while also do,” said Maj. Gen. John Gordy, commander make sure he was not running into danger. ensuring someone called 911. of the USAF EC. “He has continually proven Arriving at the scene it became apparent that After the child was out of the seatbelt, he himself to be a stellar noncommissioned of- the seat belt of the harness the eight-year- lost consciousness. Immediately, Fernando be- ficer and I’m not surprised one bit that he re- old child was placed in was obstructing the gan to prepare the boy for CPR; however, once mained calm and level-headed … relying on child’s airway. he rolled the child on his side to ensure there his training and doing exactly what he trains The first step Fernando took was to calm the was nothing obstructing his airway, the child other to do. I have no doubt his selfless ac- child’s parents, who were panicking because regained consciousness. tions most likely saved this child’s life.”

Senior Airman Arthur Reese, 921st Con- tingency Response Squadron force protection journeyman, shows the monitor of the small unmanned aircraft system to Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, Air Mobility Command commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Brian Kruzelnick, Air Mobil- ity Command command chief, Sept. 1, 2020, on Travis Air Force Base, Califor- nia. The sUAS is a recent addition to the 621st Contingency Response Wing’s capabilities and is projected to be used as a force protection aid to observe potential threats during daytime and night- time hours. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. David W. Carbajal).

A/TQ • Airlift/Tanker Quarterly • Fall 2020 71 “The Best Safety Device In Any AIR MOBILITY Aircraft is a Well-Trained Crew.” Air Mobility Classics is a recurring feature contributed by USAF Lt. Col. (retired) Douglas H. Lloyd.

When it was first flown in 1932, the Northrop Model 2 “Gamma” was Gamma as an “Experimental Overweather Laboratory” to con- somewhat of a dichotomy. It was a masterpiece of highly advanced all- duct high altitude research. Fitted with a GE Turbo Supercharger metal construction and refined aerodynamics, but built for a mission and with its registration changed from NC13758 to NX13758 to concept and with a design configuration that were already obsolescent. indicate its experimental status, the aircraft was soon making Basically an enlarged version of the Alpha mail/passenger air- flights up to 35,000 feet. craft, and the Beta sportplane, the Gamma was intended to be a The Gamma provided much useful data on icing, turbulence, high speed, long distance cargo carrier. Designed by the talented engine and propeller efficiencies, and other issues related to Jack Northrop, it was the first aircraft produced by his newly inde- stratospheric flight that proved invaluable for future operations. pendent company, based in El Segundo, California. It was a sleek, By 1940, however, this research was taken over by newer twin- single-seat, low-wing monoplane powered by a nine-cylinder, 710 engine airplanes, and the venerable old Gamma was retired from horsepower Wright Cyclone radial engine. It had a length of 31’ 2” TWA service and sold to an unknown party. It was from that un- and a wingspan of 47’ 10”. known civilian owner that the U.S. government procured the air- The pilot was provided with a heated and enclosed cockpit. Al- craft on Oct. 15, 1942 in support of the war effort. though it had fixed gear, the wheels and landing gear struts were Designated a C-100 (later a UC-100), it was the only one of its enclosed in aerodynamic metal “spats”. Careful attention was paid type impressed by the military. Given the military serial number to streamlining, which resulted in an impressive top speed of 224 42-94140, it was assigned to Duncan Army Airfield in Texas (later mph and stable flying characteristics. The Gamma could haul a day Kelly Air Force Base, Texas), where it probably served as a 1400-pound useful payload 1700 miles. But in contrast to its ad- station “hack”. It’s USAAF service didn’t last long. It was wrecked vanced features and high performance, it stuck with the archaic in a landing mishap at Duncan Field on Jan. 17, 1943 while being layout of an aft-mounted cockpit and a forward cargo compart- flown by a young 2nd lieutenant. Apparently the aircraft was not ment, at a time when the concept for cargo planes had already totally destroyed, as records indicate it was disposed of because changed drastically. The government’s decision to cancel all air- of “shortage of parts” that made repairs unfeasible. The aircraft mail contracts in February 1934 didn’t help its prospects. was surveyed on Aug. 11, 1943 and probably scrapped. No photos Despite these concerns, Transcontinental & Western Air (TWA) of the Gamma in USAAF service have come to light. was impressed enough with the Gamma to order six as cargo-haul- Although the Gammas record as an air cargo carrier was disap- ers. On it’s very first revenue flight for TWA, it set a new cross- pointing, and its military service even less impressive, the aircraft country record for transport aircraft: Los Angeles to Newark in 11 did achieve noteworthy success in other areas. Probably the best hours, 31 minutes. Despite the favorable publicity, the economics known Model 2 Gammas being the “Polar Star” used in the Ells- just didn’t work out, and TWA cut its order to just three aircraft. worth Trans-Antarctic expedition of 1934, and the “Texaco Sky The Gammas were only operated for a short time before two were Chief” flown by famed aviator Frank Hawks to many transcon- sold. The third enjoyed a somewhat longer lease on life. tinental and inter-city speed records. Today the last surviving In 1936, TWA was realizing that high altitude flying was the Gamma (Ellsworth’s Polar Star) is on display in the National Air future. Consequently, they decided to utilize this last remaining & Space Museum “Golden Age of Flight” gallery.

Northrop C-100

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