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Base Briefs ‘The sky is no limit’; AFSPC welcomes new leader By Master Sgt. Kate Rust Wingman Day taking place Air Force Space Command Public Affairs today “Space capabilities have shaped the Schriever’s Wingman Day will be tak- American way of warfare in the 21st century, ing place Nov. 1. A complete list of events just like airpower did in the 20th,” said Gen. is available on the sharepoint website: C. Robert Kehler as he assumed command https://schrieversps/wingman. of Air Force Space Command in a ceremony Retired Chief Master Sgt. Bob here Oct. 24, presided over by Air Force Vice Vasquez, director for the U.S. Air Chief of Staff Gen. Duncan J. McNabb. Force Academy’s “Vital Effective Senior military leaders, members of the Character through Observation and armed forces, industry partners and rep- resentatives of the community gathered at Reflection” program, will give three the Peterson AFB parade field on the clear presentations for Schriever Airmen. autumn afternoon to welcome AFSPC’s Photo courtesy of Air Force Space Command Space Force Air of courtesy Photo The first presentation will take place newest commander. He succeeded Gen. at 8 a.m. for OG personnel and at 9 Kevin P. Chilton who took command of a.m. for NOG personnel, both at the U.S. Strategic Command at Offutt AFB, Building 300 auditorium. The final Neb., Oct. 17. presentation will be at 10 a.m. at the General Kehler, recently the deputy com- Main Fitness Center for MSG and mander of USSTRATCOM, pinned on his wing staff personnel. fourth star Oct. 12. He has commanded For more information, contact 1st Lt. at the squadron, group and wing levels, Christopher Hill at 567-3394. and has a broad range of operational, com- Gen. C. Robert Kehler took charge of Air Force Space Command during an Assumption of Command ceremony mand and staff tours in intercontinental at the Peterson Air Force Base parade grounds today at 1 p.m. “Space capabilities have shaped the American Free dinner for military ballistic missile operations, space launch, way of warfare in the 21st century, just like airpower did in the 20th,” said General Kehler after he assumed space operations, missile warning and command. families space control. A free turkey dinner is scheduled for General McNabb addressed the more- gression – and make no mistake about it; technically advanced systems,” he said. military families in honor of National than 250 guests present, illustrating General nuclear deterrence remains the foundation of His vision will remain strongly focused Military Family Month. Door prizes, Kehler’s demonstrated capabilities to lead our nation’s defense, and is this command’s on the warfighter. number-one priority,” he said. Directing his comments to the men and children’s activities and a magic show the command. He reminded those gathered that AFSPC women of AFSPC, the general said, “We have will also be provided. “Bob has the perfect foundation for this job,” he said. “He is the perfect Airman to Airmen are protecting space capabilities, to retain our edge as the smartest, most ca- The dinner will take place Nov. 2 at lead space command. He is a decisive in- helping defend U.S. and Allied forces, and pable space force in the world. We have to 5:30 p.m. at the Armed Forces YMCA tegrator with the right mix of operational helping to win the joint fight against terror- sustain our enduring missions as we address and the Garden Ranch YMCA. The expertise and strategic savvy. General Kehler ists and other adversaries. the challenges in the contested space domain, dinner is sponsored by the Schriever, is a warfighter’s warfighter.” “With our mission partners and the joint and we have to work with industry to craft Peterson, and U.S. Air Force Academy’s General Kehler stated his priorities warfighting team, these proud Airmen, ci- a more responsive and flexible approach to Airman and Family Readiness Center’s, firmly. vilians and contractors are developing, ac- delivering space capabilities we need for the Fort Carson, the Armed Forces YMCA quiring, operating, securing and maintain- “As we stand here today, Air Force Space See AFSPC page  and the Garden Ranch YMCA. Command people are deterring nuclear ag- ing some of our nation’s most awesome and Reservations are required. To make a reservation for the Armed Forces YMCA, 2190 Jetwing Dr, call Shoebox program gives a little Lingley Robb by Photo 622-9622 or for the Garden Ranch YMCA, 2380 Montebello Dr. W., call holiday extra for deployed troops 593-9622. For more information, contact By Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez Andrea Hernandez at 567-3920. 50th Space Wing Public Affairs The holiday season is a time of year that usually brings families together, but often military families must celebrate while a loved Running club seeks members one serves his country somewhere across the world. A running club is being assembled Deployed servicemembers may not have the everyday things people for Schriever personnel interested in may often take for granted, which is why the Schriever Chaplain group morning runs. Service Team teamed up with the Peterson Chapel to provide a little For more information, contact something for deployed troops. Richard Witmer at 567-4644. “We’re calling it ‘Shoeboxes for Soldiers,’” said Staff Sgt. Scott Devine, a chaplain’s assistant here. “We’re collecting items deployed members would enjoy having while they are away from home for A&FRC to hold TAP seminar the holidays.” Schriever’s Airman and Family Shoeboxes for Soldiers consists of filling up shoeboxes with a va- Readiness Center will hold a Transition riety of everyday items deployed troops may miss as a way to bring Assistance Program seminar from Nov. some holiday joy to the troops. The program is for all branches of 13-17 at 2 p.m. the military including the Air Force, Army, Navy, Marines and The seminar focuses on establishing Coast Guard. networks, the job market, starting a “The actual idea is to get as many boxes as we can. We’re going to draft for a resume, in addition to pro- wrap those up like Christmas gifts, throw all the items inside and viding mock interviews and Veteran’s ship them,” Sergeant Devine said. Affairs information. Suggested items include magazines that are appropriate for the The seminar is geared toward those location, toothbrushes, toothpaste, playing cards, small electronic reenlisting or separating in a year or games, instant soup mix, snacks such as pre-packaged candy, beef jerky, lip balm, wet wipes, personalized Christmas cards for the troops those who are two years from retiring. and even monetary donations that can be used to purchase items. Pre-separation counseling is manda- Collection points have been established at the Outdoor Recreation tory prior to signing up for this class. Office and Shopette here. There are also collection points available For more information, contact at Peterson, which include the customer service department at the Elizabeth Archuleta at 567-7347. Peterson Base Exchange and Building 1042, in the Non-appropriated More Briefs page 11 Funds Human Resources Office section. Also, anyone can donate Nov. 3 at Lowe’s, 2945 N. New Center Point at the intersection of Powers Boulevard and Constitution Avenue from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Daddy’s home! Sergeant Devine is looking for people to donate empty shoeboxes Tech. Sgt. Travis Webb gets long-overdue hugs from his daughters upon arriving Inside in addition to the 25 he has already collected. He has also been at Colorado Springs Airport Oct. 29. Sergeant Webb and Staff Sgt. Greg Lund News ...... 3-5 working closely with Nancy Miller, who introduced the concept of deployed to a RED HORSE unit in Iraq from the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron at Wingmen...... 6 Shoeboxes for Soldiers to him. Schriever Air Force Base. In Iraq, Sergeants Webb and Lund worked alongside Sports...... 14 See Troops page  the Army to build and repair infrastructure.  November 1, 2007 Schriever Sentinel

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By Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez to purchase materials so we could Photo by Master Sgt. John Hymer 50th Space Wing Public Affairs raise the manholes without hav- Do you know where your water goes after ing to dig them up,” said Master you run a faucet, take a shower or even flush Sgt. John Hymer, 50th CES the toilet? Wastewater travels through the superintendent. many pipes that lie unseen in the ceilings The utilities shop fixed the and walls, ultimately making its way to the problem by removing the existing sewer, and from there flowing down to a manhole covers and grade rings water treatment plant. to expose the top of the manhole Excess water traveling through Schriever’s cones. Precast concrete sections sanitary sewer system became a problem when were stacked on top of the man- it started affecting operations at the city’s wa- hole cones above grade, or ground ter treatment plant. The 50th Civil Engineer level. A joint sealing compound Squadron stepped up to the challenge of figur- was placed between each section ing out the problem and fixing it. and was wrapped with a seal on “We’ve had a problem with storm water the outside to prevent any kind of infiltration going into our sanitary sewer further water infiltration. system,” said Master Sgt. David Milne, NCO Isolating the problem at in charge of 50th CES’ utilities shop. Schriever not only helped Excess water ended up at the Cherokee Cherokee Metro maintain normal Metropolitan District, the company re- levels and smooth operations at its sponsible for Schriever’s water and sewer plant, but also helped Schriever systems. maintain good relations with Excessive water interrupts the biological Cherokee. treatment process, Sergeant Milne said. The “It had an impact on our per- biological process involves routing the waste- mit which states that we will water into huge beds where bugs and bacteria make every effort to eliminate naturally do their part to slowly break down rain water or storm water from solids and waste. Too much clean water hin- the sanitary sewer system,” said ders that process, he said. Walter Roberts, the water pro- “It’s also a lot of wear and tear on their gram manager for 50th CES’ en- equipment. Their pumps have to run at a vironmental flight. higher velocity,” Sergeant Milne said. The utilities shop also saved the Eventually, rainwater accumulating around Air Force money by doing the job low-lying manholes became suspect for the in house as opposed to employ- excessive water flux. To test that theory, the ing an outside company to do the utilities shop employed one of the equipment same work, which is the direction shops water trailers in the troubleshooting it would have gone had Sergeant Stanley Norman, Master Sgt. David Milne and Staff Sgt. Marshall Wilkinson apply sealant outside and between precast process by filling it with water and emptying Hymer and the utilities shop not concrete sections. Each section is stacked to raise the grade of the manhole to help prevent water infiltration. Mr. Norman it onto three of the possible problem areas. stepped up to the job. and Sergeants Milne and Wilkinson work for the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron’s utilities shop. Manholes are designed to keep out water that “It would have taken $30,000 just may accumulate around them, but in this case, to get an outside company to come doing here at Schriever in the past,” Sergeant “It was the perfect opportunity to use the water made its way past the manholes and into out and do two of the five manholes we ended Hymer said. “I think our boss giving us the end-of-year funds and purchase the mate- the sewer with very little resistance. up doing, which is something that ended up opportunity to do this is a great opportunity. rial,” Mr. Roberts said. “The work was done “To solve the problem, we went down- costing us $1,248,” Sergeant Milne said. Everyone in the shop stepped up; their atti- in house which saved the government a lot town to a local precast concrete company “It’s a bigger scope of work than we’ve been tudes and team spirit were awe-inspiring.” of money. They did a very good job.”

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From page  Modernization Program. During a tour From page  in the future. Mrs. Miller is appreciative of on the Joint Staff, he helped to formulate the support she has so far received. future. revolutionary changes to nuclear war plan Mrs. Miller, from the 21st Services “Whatever people can donate, the small- “I know this team,” he said. “I know that structure and targeting. Squadron at Peterson Air Force Base, est thing would be appreciated,” Mrs. Miller we share a common perspective. General Kehler managed multi-billion- came up with the idea after taking part said. “The sky is no limit to what we can do.” dollar Air Force space programs and has in a similar project while she was sta- Mrs. Miller said she’s thankful to the local General Kehler entered the Air Force as developed and advocated policy for space tioned in with her military hus- organizations, the people who have donated a distinguished graduate of the Air Force operations worldwide. band. The Good Samaritans collected items and those who have contributed. Reserve Officer Training Corps program He now leads nearly 40,000 space and items during the holidays for children People at Schriever don’t just have to do- in 1975. missile professionals who provide combat of third world countries. She borrowed nate items to get involved. Sergeant Devine Following an Air Staff internship and tour forces and capabilities to USSTRATCOM the concept of the Good Samaritans and said he is looking for volunteers to collect at headquarters, he and North American Aerospace Defense is using it to give something to deployed and gift wrap shoeboxes, sort through do- was reassigned to the Secretary of the Air Command. General Kehler is responsible servicemembers. She realizes the troops nated items and provide drop-off points for Force’s Office of Legislative Liaison, where for the development, acquisition and op- could use some holiday cheer while away item collection. he was the point man on Capitol Hill for eration of the Air Force’s space and missile from home. Sergeant Devine and Mrs. Miller said matters regarding the President’s ICBM systems. “Imagine the joy our troops will feel that they would like to have everything when they receive your shoeboxes,” Mrs. together by Nov. 5 but can accept dona- Miller said. “All your warm wishes pour out tions up until Nov. 8. The shoeboxes will when the box is opened. One person, one tentatively be shipped to various deployed family, one organization really can make a locations Nov. 15 or 16. Gen. Kehler: ‘Our difference in the life of our troops. Through “We just want to bring a little bit of home kindness we let them know they are not back to the troops for the holidays,” Mrs. forgotten.” Miller said. country counts on you’ This is the first year Shoeboxes for (If you would like to volunteer for the Soldiers is taking place here in Colorado Shoeboxes for Soldiers program or have Commentary by capable space Springs and Mrs. Miller said she is hoping a space available to collect items, contact Gen. C. Robert Kehler force in the that it will be a success so it can continue Sergeant Devine at 567-3705.) Commander, Air Force Space Command world. I am PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. com mit ted – Marj and I are thrilled to return to Air to organiz- At the DISH Force Space Command, and I cannot think ing, training of a more distinct honor than to serve with and equip- ping you for Lunch Meal you as your commander. total success. Let me begin by thanking you for a warm I learned Friday Roast Turkey, Lasagna, French Fried Shrimp welcome and a spectacular assumption of long ago that command ceremony. Your collective pride inspiration Saturday Swiss Steak / Brown Gravy, French Fried Shrimp and talent were on display during my cer- Gen. C. Robert Kehler does not only emony and I was proud to be associated come from the Sunday Chicken Cordon Bleu, Baked Fish with you. top down by commanders; it is reciprocat- The mission of America’s Air Force is ed by the energy, passion and motivation Monday Baked Fish, Beef and Corn Pie, Crispy Baked Chicken to fly, fight, and win in air, space, and cy- displayed by America’s Airmen serving at berspace. Whether deterring nuclear ag- all ranks. I look forward to meeting you Tuesday Veal Parmesan, Garlic Butter Fish, Teriyaki Chicken gression, bringing space capabilities to the and working with you. I know our team, joint fight, or protecting our nation’s space I know we share a common perspective, Wednesday Southern Fried Chicken, Spaghetti, Pork Chops capabilities, our country counts on you. and I know the sky is no limit in Air Force Because of your discipline, excellence and Space Command! Thursday Baked Chicken, Chicken Enchiladas, Beef Stroganoff innovation, I am confident we can retain Thanks again for making our arrival our edge as the smartest, most credible and unforgettable. * Menu subject to change without notice, based on availability

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Christine Porter ery to assist with engineering and construc- Space Test Squadron tion projects, land management, agriculture, The Space Development and Test Wing’s mining and the planning and management Space Test Squadron here celebrated the of infrastructure. 25th birthday of a Defense Satellite The DSCS constellation is one 2008 Hyundai Sonata Communications System Block of the workhorses of secure III satellite Oct. 30. satellite communications, DSCS-III Satellite A-1 allowing warfighters to has been with the STS employ unmanned aerial since 2000 as a Test and vehicles and other com- Check Out, or TACO, bat effects over the U.S. satellite. Systems devel- Central Command area opers conduct their work of responsibility. and testing on satellites STS is a geographi- that are no longer part cally separated unit of the Space Development of the operational con- MSRP ...... $18,480 stellation, keeping their and Test Wing at Kirtland Air Force Base, Rebate ...... $1,000 applications “sandboxed” HMFC Bonus Cash ....$500 until they’re ready to deploy. N.M. It was formerly known as the Center for Research Support, Military Rebate ...... $500 The STS uses DSCS A-1 as a valu- Military Discount ..... $1,487 able test asset for a variety of projects, which or CERES, and began its current mission have benefited from use of residual on-orbit in 1998. Military Appreciation Price satellites for prototyping, development, test- ing and validation of ground systems and DSCS general characteristics $14,993 operations concepts. 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Dimensions: Rectangular body is 6 feet DSCS A-1 has also played a role in several long (1.8 meters), 6 feet high (1.8 meters), and upgrades to the Air Force Satellite Control 7 feet wide (2.1 meters); 38-foot span (11.5 170 West Motor Way Network and to commercial satellite antenna meters) with solar arrays deployed projects such as the Commercial Remote Launch Vehicle: Atlas II and Evolved Need a Ride? MOTOR CITY Sensing System, which uses satellite imag- Expendable Launch Vehicle We’ll Pick 719-575-7600 You Up! Take I-25 to Exit 140 Base Briefs http://myphillonghyundaisouth.com Technology, gaming expo TRICARE provides new guidance on scheduled for Nov. 15 transitioning from active duty CONVENIENT APPOINTMENT! NO LONG WAIT! 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By 2nd Lt. Jonathan Simmons everywhere.” Photo by Tech. Sgt. Rick Sforza 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Th e crews will remain in California, fl y- Th e air was turbulent and clouded with ing missions during the day, until the fi re is smoke, and the horizon appeared to be on extinguished. fi re as Peterson C-130 aircraft approached, “We’re out here ‘til the good Lord puts the answering California’s call for help. fi re out,” said Lt. Col. Jay Wood, from the Th ree C-130H3s from the 302nd Airlift North Carolina ANG. “We’re here to keep Wing, two carrying Modular Airborne it under control ‘til then.” Firefi ghting Systems and one laden with criti- Th e highly-trained Airmen who carry out cal support equipment, fl ew to California to MAFFS fi refi ghting missions reside solely in aid with the massive fi refi ghting eff orts. the reserve components. It’s been that way “We’re a small piece of the puzzle,” said for about 15 years. Maj. Rich Pantusa, 302nd AW MAFFS pilot. “Th is is what we love to do,” said Capt. “Th ere are a lot of great folks out here.” Brian McReynolds, 302nd AW MAFFS Among the fi rst federal support on the pilot. ground, Peterson C-130s joined a fi refi ght- Every wildfi re is devastating in some way, ing and support force that would include but every fi re is in some way unique. National Forest Service resources and “Th e kicker this time is sustained high National Guard Airmen and aircraft from winds called ‘Santa Anas’“ said Oscar Soto, A C-130H Hercules from the 302nd Airlift Wing at Peterson Air Wyoming, North Carolina and California, assistant chief at the Naval Base Ventura Force Base, Colo., drops a load of water during annual Modular all massing at Point Mugu Naval Air Station, County Fire Department, who is also a Airborne Firefi ghting System training in Albuquerque, N.M., May 2. Calif., to help subdue the raging wildfi res. National Guardsman with the 146th AW. A C-130 equipped with MAFFS is capable of dropping 2,700 gallons of “We found out this morning we’re go- Th e winds make the MAFFS missions es- fi re-retardant chemicals. Crews drop the chemicals in front of, not directly ing to California,” Tech. Sgt. Mark Shykes, pecially treacherous and sometimes causes on, fi res in an effort to slow down or stop its progress. an Air Reserve technician with the 302nd them to be postponed, considering they drop Aircraft Maintenance Squadron said Oct. their load of 3,000 gallons of fi re retardant 23. “It’s a little hard on our families at fi rst, from an altitude of just 150 feet. are called upon when civil resources have making a diff erence in your homeland,” said but they know this is what we signed up for. For natural disasters like hurricanes and done all they can do. Major Pantusa. “Anyone who does this mis- It was crazy when we got here. Smoke was wildfi res, Department of Defense resources “It’s always rewarding to know you’re sion can’t help but feel honored.” C-130s set daily air drop record in support of California fi refi ghters PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. The planes and their crews originate to provide real-time video and still photos fi res, but also detailed fi re data to decision – Th e Department of Defense completed a from three units: the 302nd Airlift Wing to civil authorities on the ground. Hot spots makers. fi ft h day of supporting California fi refi ght- from Peterson Air Force Base, the 153rd continue to be identifi ed and fi refi ghters and North Island ing eff orts with a record number of air drops Airlift Wing from Cheyenne, Wyo., and the re-directed to those locations to extinguish Naval Air Station in San Diego remain the on Sunday. 145th Airlift Wing from Charlotte, N.C. the fi res. Th e Global Hawk aircraft fl ew out primary and secondary forward staging area Flying under the command and control of All aircraft successfully completed their of , Calif., and belong for Federal Emergency Management Agency U.S. Northern Command, six Air National missions and have returned to Channel to the 9th Wing. logistics centers. Guard and Air Force Reserve C-130 Hercules Islands Base, Calif., with Video and still photos have proven ex- USNORTHCOM is the joint combatant planes equipped with the Modular Airborne operations to resume Monday. tremely useful to the California Department command formed in the wake of the Sept. Firefi ghting System conducted 23 drops of Air Forces Northern fl ew an RQ-4 Global of Forestry and Fire Prevention and fi re- 11, 2001, terrorist attacks to provide home- fi re retardant against the Poomacha fi res in Hawk mission under the operational control fi ghters on the ground. Not only have they land defense and defense support of civil San Diego County. of U.S. Northern Command and continued provided a better overall picture of the authorities.

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By Tech. Sgt. Michael O’Connor Public Affairs AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy (AFPN) – A pilot from the 510th Fighter Squadron was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross here Oct. 29 for his aerial combat support of friendly forces in the vicinity of An Najaf, Iraq, while sup- porting Operation Iraqi Freedom. Aft er returning from a local training mission over the Dolomite Mountains, Capt. George Collings was pre- sented the DFC on the fl ightline by his father and fellow F-16 pilot Maj. Gen. Michael Collings, the senior U.S. defense representative to Egypt. General Collings fl ew into Aviano Air Base to present his son with the medal for distinguishing himself by extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial fl ight as an F-16 pilot with the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron based out of Balad Air Base, Iraq. On Jan. 28, Capt. Collings was scrambled on an alert tasking as the fl ight lead for a close-air-support mission of friendly forces: Th e friendly forces had been en route to a downed AH-64 Apache helicopter when they began receiv- ing small-arms fi re by anti-Iraqi forces, wounding several Soldiers and pinning the forces down. As the battle raged, Captain Collings located the friendly position approximately 100 meters from the enemy and aft er receiving clearance, dropped his ordnance and maneu- vered his F-16 to an attack axis that reduced the chance of Maj. Gen. Michael Collings, the senior U.S. defense representative to Egypt, pins a Distinguished Flying Cross on Capt. George Collings Oct. 29 on fratricide – friendly fi re that injures or kills an ally – while the fl ightline. General Collings fl ew into Aviano Air Base, Italy, to present Capt. Collings with the medal for distinguishing himself by extraordinary simultaneously delivering a 500-pound laser-guided bomb achievement while participating in aerial fl ight as an F-16 pilot with the 510th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron based out of Balad Air Base, Iraq. inside a canal, killing six anti-Iraqi forces and incapacitated 30 others. Seconds aft er impact, the coalition ground forces seized ceremony. As a fellow aviator, I particularly understand ing we go through as pilots, that what the ‘Buzzards’ did the advantage by storming the position and killing the re- the signifi cance of what George did to be honored and I down range and continue to do, is making a diff erence,” maining enemy, secured the crash site, and recovered the couldn’t be prouder. said Captain Collings. “I didn’t do anything any other bodies of the American fallen warriors. “Stability in the Middle East is real important and I think pilot wouldn’t have done in the exact same situation. I “I’m a proud father,” said General Collings. “As a father, collectively, in what the 510th and the Air Force as a whole just happened to be at the right place at the right time to it was really an incredible experience to be here. In fact, is doing in Iraq is contributing greatly to the Global War help the guys out on the ground doing all the ‘real work’ I was so choked up – I had to fi ght back the tears as the on Terror.” by allowing them to take the enemy position and recover goose bumps ran up and down my arms throughout the “It’s really an amazing feeling to know that all the train- the downed Apache [helicopter and aircrew].”

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