Vol. 41, No. 4 Thursday, January 24, 2013

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Photo by Airman 1st class David Tracy A group of minor league players watch as Staff Sgt. Brandon Shapiro, 6th Air Mobility Wing photojournalist, prepares a Meal Ready to Eat at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan 16. The MRE was used to demonstrate what Airmen eat while forward deployed. COMMANDER’S CORNER Change is upon us! by Col. Scott DeThomas tions that were instrumental in the continued 6th Air Mobility Wing commander success of this great team. Chief Gamble you will be missed and best of luck to you and Dan This month we said “Farewell” to Col. at ! Dave Pavey of the 927th and welcomed the Heading into February, the wing is geared wing’s newest commander, Col. Doug and Ann up and ready to host Corona, the Air Force’s Schwartz to the Team MacDill family. premier 4-star summit. This event happens We are excited to welcome the Schwartzs three times a year and provides the outlet for back to Tampa and wish them all the best in major Air Force decision-makers to come to- the coming years. gether and discuss the latest issues. Although The wing also bids “Farewell” to our Senior the Air Force’s senior leaders will be tied up in Enlisted Advisor, Chief Vicky Gamble and her meetings during the two-day event, just know husband Chief Dan Gamble. The wing loses two they are working hard plotting the future of our of its finest Chiefs but our Headquarters gains great Air Force. two of the best to their team as Chief Vicky Speaking of our Air Force, there has been Gamble takes over as the Command Chief at a great deal of information in the news lately. 18th Air Force while Chief Dan Gamble joins From KC-46A basing options to budget discus- the Inspector General’s sions, I ask that each of you take time to read staff. There is no doubt we’ll see them around up on the latest news and ensure you under- the base again real soon. stand how these decisions affect you. For the While the Gambles were here for a short 15 latest tanker news, it is key to remember the months, we were very fortunate to have them KC-135 is expected to fly until 2040 and the lat- Col. Scott DeThomas on our team. As our Senior Enlisted Advisor, est basing decisions are just the first round of 2013. Additionally, the sequestration discus- Chief Gamble was instrumental in improving what should be another four-to-five rounds of sions continue to influence our overall spending Quality of Life for our Airmen and their fami- discussions between now and 2028, the end of strategy as the Department of Defense prepares lies across the base and in the local area. Her the purchase of 179 KC-46s. Our mission here for proposed decreases in our spending author- intellect and ability to find solutions to tough at MacDill is not expected to change at this ity. Expect limits on spending to include TDYs, problems will be invaluable additions to 18AF time based on current KC-46 decisions. flying hours, and civilian hiring to take effect and our Airmen across the command. As a As far as the budget, we continue to operate immediately, until further notice. I ask that trusted advisor to the commander, she routinely under a continuing resolution which means we each of you work solutions to resourcing issues provided us sage guidance and recommenda- don’t have an approved budget for Fiscal Year as we move forward in FY13.

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Tinker plans for safety

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Rays minors visit MacDill Photo by Senior Airman Melissa Paradise The Estelle family, along with a member of the 6th Communication Squadron, removes the cov- News/Features: page 14 er over a plaque honoring Maj. Raymond Estelle II at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16. Estelle was one of nine people killed in action April 27, 2011. He served at MacDill from 1999-2001. History of the 6th Ops Group by Senior Airman Melissa Paradise his two children, Shayla Estelle, 10, and Ray- 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs mond Estelle III , 22 months. “He loved being an Airmen, his blood was Air Community: page 21 The men and women of MacDill Air Force Force blue” said N’Keiba Estelle. “He lived by Base paid tribute to Major Raymond G. Es- the belief that everyone should strive to be the Events, Chapel, more... telle II, who served as the 6th Communication best that they can be.” Squadron chief of maintenance support. He On June 1, 2012, at the request of the 6th served at MacDill from Feb. 1999 to Jan. 2001, Air Mobility Wing Lt. Gen. Robert Allardice, Air and was honored with the Jan. 16 dedication of Mobility Command vice commander, approved a new Consolidated Communication Facility. the new building to be named after Raymond Settlement of estate Raymond Estelle was one of nine people Estelle. killed in action April 27, 2011 by an Afghan Air “Maj. Estelle was an exemplary communi- Lt. Col. Jay A. Vietas, 6th Medical Corps pilot during a deployment with the 838th cations -cyber officer and set the standard for Support Squadron Commander, regrets Air Expeditionary Advisory Group where he others to follow. Dedicating the new communi- to announce the death of 1st Lt. Eliza- served as the communications advisor for the cations facility would be a great tribute to his beth Allen, formerly assigned to the 6th Afghan Air Force. service to the ” Lt. Col. MDSS, MacDill Air Force Base. Capt. Raymond Estelle enlisted in the Air Force in Samantha Ray, the former 6th Communication Karen Chisholm, 6th MDSS, has been Oct. 1989 as an aerospace ground equipment Squadron commander, wrote in the dedication appointed as the summary court officer technician. He spent the first six years of his package request. (SCO) to handle the disposition of per- career at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico. A year and eight months after Raymond Es- sonal property of Lt. Elizabeth Allen. While there he attained his bachelor’s degree telle’s dignified transfer was conducted at Mac- Anyone indebted to or having a claim from Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Dill, and on what would have been his 42nd against the estate of Lt. Elizabeth Allen later receiving his commission as a 2nd Lt., in birthday, the CCF was officially dedicated to should contact Capt. Karen Chisholm Dec. 1998. him. at 813-827-9460 (work) or 813-505-2060 Estelle is survived by his wife, Maj. N’Keiba “They, [the Estelle family] have always been (cell). Estelle, United States Central Command dep- so proud of Ray and I think that having ‘Estelle uty chief acquisition management branch, and See DEDICATION, Page 22 WEEK IN PHOTOS

Photo by Airman 1st Class Shandresha Mitchell Staff Sgt. Christopher Rogers, 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion craftsman, removes electrical control cables from the aircraft pylon of a KC-135 Strato- Photo by Airman 1st Class Shandresha Mitchell tanker at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 14. Members of the 6th AMXS were preparing to Senior Airman Eric Holton, 6th Aircraft Maintenance perform an engine drop on a damaged engine of a KC-135. Squadron aerospace propulsion journeyman posi- tions an engine removal support pylon on a KC- 135 Stratotanker at MacDill, Jan. 14. Members of the 6th AMXS were preparing to perform an engine drop on a damaged engine of a KC-135.

Photo by Senior Airman Melissa Paradise Photo by Airman 1st Class Shandresha Mitchell Col. Robert Rocco, 6th Medical Group commander, hands a healthy eating book to Mark Airman 1st Class Gregory Richardson, 6th Mainte- Vinson, Tampa Bay Rays assistant trainer, during a tour of the Health and Wellness Center nance Squadron munitions systems journeyman, at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 22. Three trainers, including the head trainer, toured the attempts a jump shot during a pick-up basketball medical facilities and fitness center on base. game at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16.

BRIEFS Union representation tators will be retired Col. Rick and Sandee Lester. profile. The deadline to apply is Jan. 22, with Bargaining Unit Employees are reminded u March 1 - Riding the Dragon Resiliency an estimated start date of May 1. Applications that under Section 7114(a)(2)(B) of Chapter Workshop, Base Theater, 10 a.m. to noon, Key- should be submitted to the 6th Civil Engineer 71, Title 5, U.S.C., employees have the right to note speaker will be Dr. Robert J. Wicks. Squadron Unaccompanied Housing manager. be represented at any examination in connec- u March 22-24 - Singles’ Retreat, Christian For more information contact Chris LeCompte tion with an investigation if: a. the employee Retreat Center, Bradenton, Fla., March 22 at at 828-5962 or Richard Lee at 828-4674. reasonably believes that the examination may 7 p.m. to March 24 at noon. Keynote speaker result in disciplinary action against the em- will be Georgia Shaffer. Free seminar on marketing yourself ployee, and b. the employee requests represen- The Military Officers Association of America tation. Opening for Airman Dorm Leader is presenting a “Marketing Yourself for a Sec- The 6th Air Mobility Wing is looking for a ond Career” lecture at MacDill. Bounce Back Series sharp staff sergeant to fill the position of Air- The event will be held Feb. 7 from 8:30 to 11 The 6th AMW Chapel staff will be hosting man Dorm Leader. This is a two-year con- a.m. at the Navy Operational Support Center, the following events during the first quarter trolled tour with an option for a one-year ex- Auditorium, 2750 Southshore Rd. It includes of 2013 to help Team MacDill bounce back tension. Applicants must possess the highest comprehensive information on the retirement from any challenges you face. Call 828-3621 to leadership and mentorship qualities; have a decision itself, employer perceptions, your RSVP for these events. Current chapel activi- minimum of one year experience as a supervi- competition, resumes, cover letters, job search, ties can also be found at www.macdill.af.mil/ sor, a minimum Armed Services Vocational Ap- networking, career fairs, interview techniques, macdillchapel. titude Battery score of 47 in the General cat- salary negotiation, benefits packages, the cur- u Feb. 9 - Marriage Workshop, Bethany Re- egory, a current passing score for the Air Force rent job market, and other relevant and im- treat Center, Lutz, Fla., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Facili- Fitness Program, and not on a duty limiting portant transition topics.

NEWS/FEATURES Parents offered a ‘university’ education in child discipline by Nick Stubbs ing the stages of early child development have Thunderbolt editor proven the most popular, she said. “What’s appropriate for what ages, brain de- It may not be a degree program, but Mac- velopment and applying discipline techniques Dill is offering free university enrollment for are the most requested,” said Mouse, who said parents of preschoolers. the classes are led by professional counselors Parenting presents enough challenges all by and social workers from the Military Family itself, but add the unique pressures of military Life Consultants program, a DoD sponsored life and those challenges multiply quickly. The group that operates on many military bases, answer is a good education, according to the including MacDill. pros at the Child Development Center, which Feedback from parents dictates many of the offers a free Parenting Skills University to course topics, but the CDC in conjunction with parents of CDC children. The next session is the consultants pick topics appropriate for the Jan. 29, 4 p.m., at the CDC 2 training room. times, as well. Coping with parent and fam- Call 828-0196 for more information. ily stress was the university topic prior to the The idea of the upcoming class is to help Christmas holidays, said Mouse. parents develop and implement effective dis- Participation in the free courses “is not what cipline techniques and to better understand we’d like it to be,” said Mouse, who added that developmental stages, said Gail Mouse, direc- the course schedule is always being tinkered tor of CDC 3. While courses, including conflict with to try and “draw in more parents.” resolution, bullying and others have been held from time to time, discipline and understand- See UNIVERSITY, Page 16

MacDill’s Tinker Elementary School puts student safety at forefront by Staff Sgt. Brandon Shapiro tured exercise procedures were hashed out 6th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs during a wide-scope, multi-agency response ex- ercise Tuesday. Children are the most treasured assets a On the day of Tinker’s exercise, participants community possesses and such is the case for included first responders, special investigators, the students at Gen. Clarence Tinker Elemen- operational security personnel, and both Hills- tary School on MacDill Air Force Base. borough County and Tinker faculty members. In the wake of the recent shootings and se- Emergency action procedures, threat re- curity incidents happening across America, sponse, organization, communication, active community leaders at MacDill and through- shooter preparations, lock down procedures out Hillsborough County gathered on Jan. 15 and first responder familiarization were key to evaluate Tinker’s standard emergency re- areas of training. sponse procedures. As the exercise got under way, the intricacies photo by Airman 1st Class David Tracy “Student safety is and will always be the of each action, reaction and result were care- Staff Sgt. Mike Womack, 6th Security Forces number one priority in my school,” said Nan- fully dialogued; strengths were noted, improve- Squadron Raven, instructs 6th SFS Airmen on cy Mooy, Tinker Elementary School principal. ment areas were addressed and responder ad- proper techniques for clearing a room, during “The importance of preparation and readiness justments were made. an active shooter exercise at Tinker Elemen- is essential in accomplishing this goal.” See SAFETY, Page 11 tary School Jan. 22. As a result of the evaluation meeting, struc- responding law enforcement, fire rescue and Response Plan was solidified. SAFETY medical personnel the opportunity to walk “This event played a vital role in both Hills- From Page 10 through the facility without the school children borough County and MacDill AFB’s ability “These types of exercises are extremely present is an integral part of proper emergency to understand each other’s staff contingency important and train individuals who may be planning.” plans,” said retired U.S. Air Force Capt. David the target of an active shooter incident, which Upon completion of Tinker’s first of three Friedberg, director of security for Hillsborough also includes emergency responders who are scheduled exercises for 2013, safety, commu- County Schools. “The success of today’s exercise responsible for mitigating threats and those nication and readiness were exceedingly ap- hinged on the various organizations being able who provide medical care,” said Mike Roberts, parent. Loose ends were tied, communication to collaborate, sit down and discuss the mea- installation antiterrorism officer. “Giving the gaps were hemmed and Tinker’s Emergency sures needed to safeguard our children.” Rays minors meet Team MacDill

Photo by Staff Sgt. Linzi Joseph

(Above) Tampa Bay Rays minor league baseball players pose in front of a KC-135 Stratotanker during a tour at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16. Players from the Rays spent the afternoon with Air- men at the base to get an inside look of MacDill’s mission. (Left) Tampa Bay Rays minor league players watch a military working dog demonstration during a tour of MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16. The tour gave the players an opportunity to see the mission of MacDill’s Airmen.

Photo by Airman 1st Class David Tracy Photo by Staff Sgt. Linzi Joseph and Tyler Goeddel, Tampa Bay Rays minor league short stop and third baseman, in the cockpit of a KC-135 Strato- tanker during a tour at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16. Players from the Rays spent the afternoon with Airmen at the base to

Richie Shaffer, Tampa Bay Rays minor league third baseman, eats a Meal, Ready to Eat during a tour at MacDill Air Force Base, Photo by Staff Sgt. Linzi Joseph Jan. 16. Players from the Rays spent the afternoon (Above) Tampa Bay Rays minor league baseball players pose in with Airmen at the base front of a KC-135 Stratotanker during a tour at MacDill Air Force to get an inside look of Base, Jan. 16. Players from the Rays spent the afternoon with Air- MacDill’s mission. men at the base to get an inside look of MacDill’s mission. (Left) Tampa Bay Rays minor league players watch a military working dog demonstration during a tour of MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 16. The tour gave the players an opportunity to see the mission of MacDill’s Airmen.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Linzi Joseph NEWS/FEATURES The real pirates of the Caribbean by William Polson 6th Air Mobility Wing Historian

he 6th Operations Group, currently assigned to the 6th Air Mobil- ity Wing, has a history dating back to the beginning of air travel. TThe 6th Composite Group, the ancestor of the 6th OG, was based out of the at a small U.S. air field, named France Field. A little more than 85 years ago, a single-winged plane touched down in the landing field of that air field. Members of the 6th Composite Group greeted their illustrious pilot, Charles Lindbergh, as he arrived for a brief visit. After he became famous in 1927, Lindbergh flew to help promote the rapid development of U.S. commercial aviation in the late 1920s and early 1930s. He made the stop at France Field as part of this promotion. From mid December 1927 to February 1928, Lindbergh flew across the Western Hemisphere under the banner of his “Good Will Tour,” travelling some 7,800 miles across Central America and the Caribbean. “Lucky Lindy” (Lindberg’s nickname) made the first of three stops at France Field on Jan. 12, 1928. The 6th OG had been stationed at France Photos courtesy of retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Denny Cole Field since 1922 to protect U.S. interests in the Panama Canal. Charles Lindbergh posed for photos taken by members of the 6th Com- See PIRATES, Page 20 posite Group at France Field during his first visit Jan. 12, 1928.

DIAMOND SHARP Henry Bennett 6th Force Support Squadron Job Title: Front desk supervisor

Hometown: Panama City, Pan- ama

Short-term goals: To complete the final two classes needed for my CCAF

Long-term goals: To retire with a Bachelor of Arts in Hu- man Resources Administration Advice to others: Keep posi- tive. Remember…someone usu- ally has it worse than you do.

Role model and why: Senior Master Sgt. Mathias, be- cause he is a great leader; and Capt. Mitchell because she is an excellent mentor

UNIVERSITY From Page 8 “It (the course) really is good information,” Mouse said, adding that it is hoped more parents take advantage of the expert training. New topics, as well as ways to get more parent involvement are brain- stormed at parent advisory board meetings held every other month on base, said Mouse. Ideas and direction for improving the training are always on the agenda, she said.

NEWS/FEATURES Good things; PLAYpass extended through 2013 by Nick Stubbs Sarasota Shell Show Feb. 2 from 8:30 a.m. to Thunderbolt editor 3:30 p.m.. Departing from the base marina ac- tivity room at 8:30 a.m., a minimum of 10 peo- It’s oft said that all good things must come ple are needed. Cost for pass holders is $8 for to an end, but while it was expected it would be adults and $5 for children 12 and under. Regis- over at the close of 2012, fans of the Air Force ter by Jan. 31. PLAYpass will get an extension of the popular A deep-sea fishing trip is set for Feb. 10, program at least through December. and will depart from the marina at 5:30 a.m. The PLAYpass program, which is a rewards Cost for members is $85 per person, with fish- program for the families of deployed members ing aboard the Miss Virginia out of New Port and single Airmen returning from deployment, Richey. will remain active through Dec. 31. It offers Also in February will be Library Lovers discounts and free specials to members on ev- Month, with a Valentine’s Story Time & Craft erything from child care and deep sea fishing day Feb. 12 at 10:30 a.m. The library also has a to horseback riding and piano lessons and rock “guess the number” of hearts in a jar contest. climbing. Other offerings include golf lessons. Call the The PLAYpass program is coordinated A&FRC for dates. The group class runs five through the Airman & Family Readiness days and the cost is $49. There also are daily Center. Eligible members may register at the advantage of it,” said Tech. Sgt. Tashiana Sand- golf specials, with prices from $12 to $31 de- A&FRC at 8105 Condor St., building 18 adja- ers, A&FRC NCO. pending on rank and time of day. cent to the Post Office. Call 828-0145. Sanders said the program is well known A new offering is piano lessons for children Several base facilities participate in the pro- around base, and particularly among those 5 to 18. Classes are 30 minutes or an hour, and gram, among them the Arts & Crafts Center, who deploy often. are held Mondays and Thursdays running be- wood and auto hobby shops, the Child Develop- “A lot of our frequent deployers are aware tween 2:30 and 6:30 p.m. Cost is $34 for each ment Center I, the Short Fitness Center, the and stay on top of it (the PLAYpass),” Sanders 30-minute lesson or $136 per month. One-hour base library, Outdoor Recreation and the Youth said. She added that because the A&FRC didn’t classes are $60 or $240 per month. Register Center. The programs and special offered are know the program was going to be extended at the Youth Center, building 382 or call 828- available to all Airmen and their families, but until last month, all PLAYpass cards were set 7956. only those with a PLAYpass receive the dis- to expire at the end of last year. That means Looking ahead to March, offerings include counted and free offers. anyone who has not renewed their card should horseback riding and another deep-sea fishing “It’s a great incentive for deployed members stop in and do so to receive 2013 benefits. trip, with more events in the works to ensure and families, and there’s no reason not to take Upcoming events and offers include the lots of activities through the end of the year.

PIRATES From Page 14 In a side note to Lindbergh’s first visit to France Field, an anonymous artist painted the emblem of the 6th OG on Lindbergh’s plane, the Spirit of St. Louis, in somewhat the same way that a modern traveler might collect tourist decals from visited locations. If you look very closely at the Spirit of St. Louis in the Smithsonian Institute today, you can still see our emblem on the engine cowling. At that time, it featured the head of a pirate, loosely based on the English privateer Henry Morgan. Members of the 6th OG most likely chose Morgan for their unit’s em- blem due to the proximity of their air field to Fort San Lorenzo – approx- imately a 40-minute drive from Colon, Panama, the site where France Field was located in the late 1920s. Local legends probably abounded of Morgan’s exploits in sending a small army of corsairs and buccaneers to attack the fort in 1670, as a stepping stone to the fortune in Spanish silver located in Panama City. The image of the 6th OG buccaneer was later carried into the Pa- cific campaign of World War II as nose art for the B-29 “Superfortress- es” flown by the 6th Bombardment Group. However, a standardization of wing emblems that came with the organization of the Air Force in 1947 brought an end to the famed pirate that still decorates Lindbergh’s famed plane.

Photos courtesy of retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Denny Cole (Above) The Spirit of St. Louis, the custom-built plane of famed avia- tor Charles Lindbergh, resides at the Smithsonian Institute in Wash- ington, D.C. The emblem of the 6th Composite Group was painted on the starboard engine cowling below the “s” in “Louis.” (Right) The official Air Force emblem for the 6th prior to the organization of the Air Force in 1947. MACDILL COMMUNITY EVENTS Friday Boomers Bar & Grill Friday Bash! 3-7 p.m. Bar snacks and drink specials! Guaranteed $100 club card drawing, Bar Bingo - $1,000 jackpot, and DJ! Saturday Deployed Family Ice Skating 12-1:30 p.m. at the Ice Sports Fo- rum, 10222 Elizabeth Place, Tam- pa. Open to spouses of deployed service members or those sched- uled to deploy. RSVP is required. Call 828-0145 or 655-9281.

Seascapes Beach House Beach on Fire from 3-9 p.m. Sassy Saturdays – Live band, drink specials, complimentary hors d’oeuvres served at 3 p.m. Sunday Bay Palms Golf Complex Club Members Appreciation Day – Free golf & cart *Must show valid club cards when check-in at Pro Shop. Dall 840-6904. Photo by Senior Airman Melissa Paradise Remembering Tuesday Members of 6th Air Mobility Wing assemble for a memorial service celebrating the life of Staff Sgt. Seascapes Beach House Emily Clayburn at MacDill Air Force Base, Jan. 18. Clayburn was fatally injured during a work-related Beach on Fire from 4-9 p.m. incident Jan. 14. Texas Hold’em Tournament starts at 6 p.m. No entry fee. Win FSS gift cards.

Wednesday Arts & Crafts Center Canvas & “Cocktails” from 4-6 p.m. Cost: $10 per person or free for Single Airman. Call 828-4413 to sign up.

Seascapes Beach House CHAPEL SCHEDULE Beach on Fire from 4-9 p.m. Protestant services Wacky Wednesday Family Night – Sunday - 11 a.m. - Contemporary Service Catholic services Kids eat for $3.99! Sunday - 9:30 a.m. - FamCamp Service Saturday - 5:30 p.m. - Mass Sunday - 9:30 a.m. - Mass Thursday Islamic services Base Theater Friday - 1:30 p.m. - Muslim Prayer Service FREE Movie! “Hotel Transylva- Call the chapel at 828-3621 for more information or visit the chapel web site nia” at 5:30 p.m. at http://www.macdill.af.mil/macdillchapel. DEDICATION From Page 3 Hall’ here where he started out as a lieutenant is such an honor and “I have three missions in life now,” said N’Keiba Estelle. “The first is [we] are very appreciative that the Air Force has decided to recognize to take care of my children, the second is to take care of myself so I can him in this way” said N’Keiba Estelle. “Being here today I think [we] take care of my children. The third is to take care of [Raymond Estelle gained a greater understanding of exactly what this means.” II] and a part of that is ensuring his legacy is out there not only for my However, this is not the end of the story for the Estelle family - it’s kids but also for everyone else so they can be inspired by his life and his more of an evolution. sacrifice.”