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SAN FRANCISCO — In early 2020, the inaugural AFVentures Fellowship phase two brought together 21 Airmen for a six- week immersion with technology and venture capital firms in San Francisco. Among the group was Capt. Justin Poole, director of staff and C-17 evalua- of reopening tor pilot at , Cali- fornia. 60th Air Mobility they meet state and county re- The fellows were trained in invest- Public Affairs quirements. ment and risk management to strength- HPCON BRAVO is a mod- en their ability to develop and deliver On June 1, the 60th Air Mo- erate health protection con- essential capabilities to the Air Force’s bility Wing commander imple- dition in response to public mission from Feb. 10 to March 20. mented phase two of a three- health risks in the local com- “In addition to the government, ven- phase approach to reopen the munity. All Travis AFB person- ture capitalists and investors are a key base. nel should continue to practice component of accelerating innovation Col. Jeffrey W. Nelson, 60th strict hygiene measures such in sectors we rely on to accomplish our AMW commander, alsod de- as frequently washing and/or mission,” said Maj. Tony Perez, AFW- crease the base’s Health Pro- sanitizing hands, wiping com- ERX Spark Cell lead and the fellow- tection Condition to BRAVO mon-use items with disinfec- ship’s brainchild. “To better collaborate to continue protecting Travis tant, covering mouths and nos- and understand the different roles we while allowing some base ser- es with a tissue or sleeve when play, we need Airmen who understand vices and facilities to reopen. coughing or sneezing and stay- the world of startups, investing and Travis’ three-phase ap- ing home when sick. Addition- technological advancement.” proach, designed by medical ally, base members should To meet this growing need for Airmen U.S. Air Force photo/Maj. Stacie N. Shafran experts and base leadership, is continue to practice social dis- who speak the language of entrepreneur- Air Force AFVentures fellows take part in a meeting with Brian O’Malley, a partner at Forerunner Ventures March 4 in San Francisco. The in alignment with California tancing, remaining 6 feet apart ship, Perez enlisted the help of Shift, a tal- fellows learned about the firm’s portfolio and how to make successful investment and risk management decisions, so as to better deliver Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recov- from others at all times, refrain ent development company that supports essential capabilities to the Air Force’s mission. ery plan. from physical contact such as career shifts for military veterans. “I am incredibly apprecia- hand shaking, fist bumps, etc. Through a Small Business Innova- Fellowship is built upon Shift’s propri- variety of Air Force mission sets includ- Air Force Personnel Center public af- tive of our Airmen, civilian em- When members cannot prac- tion Research contract and in coordina- ing cyber, space, intelligence, special fairs officer who spent her fellowship ployees, contractors, retirees tice social distancing, they are tion with AFWERX, the company de- etary matching technology, which we with Offline Ventures and Brit + Co, and family members being so required to wear appropriate veloped a fellowship that would expose initially developed to help transitioning operations, legislative affairs, and soft- patient and flexible during this face coverings. For updated in- Airmen to concepts including design veterans find private-sector jobs. For ware development. learning how a venture capital firm and unprecedented time,” Nelson formation on base facility open- thinking, leadership, innovation and en- the fellowship, it powered our selection The fellows were then embedded venture capital-backed company op- said. “We are ready and eager ings, visit https://www.travis. trepreneurship. and matching process with venture cap- with an organization to receive first- erate, make investment decisions, and to begin the long transition to af.mil/Coronavirus/. “As a small business owner and Navy ital hosts, and I couldn’t be happier with hand experience in the private sector, manage risk. “I also fostered conver- normal operations.” For more information, con- veteran, a major benefit from the SBIR the results.” which was augmented by weekly edu- sations with venture capitalists at the The change in HPCON lev- tact program is its focus on developing du- The fellows were competitively se- cational sessions, group projects, and cutting edge of healthcare innovation el and implementation of phase Public Affairs at 707-424-2011 al-use technologies that serve a need lected and comprised a diverse mix of reading assignments. – specifically mental health care – so for the private sector and defense com- officers, enlisted and civilians, across “I’ve long been intrigued by the op- as to improve the quality of life for our U.S. Air Force photo/Heide Couch two will allow some base facili- or email [email protected]. The air traffic control tower is seen Oct 19, 2017, at Travis Air Force Base, California. ties and services to reopen once mil. munity,” said Mike Slagh, Shift chief the active duty, Air Force Reserve, and timism and ambition Silicon Valley is executive officer. “The AFVentures , and came from a known for,” said Maj. Stacie Shafran, See FORGES Page 18 The Tailwind is published by the Daily Republic, Fair- tus, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other Table of contents field, California, a private firm in no way connected with nonmerit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. Tailwind the U.S. Air Force. 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4 Tailwind Travis/air Force June 5, 2020 June 5, 2020 Travis/ Tailwind 5 Contracting aids contingency response mission 19th AW receives final C-130J Shoppers generate Tech. Sgt. David W. Carbajal Response Support Squadron at Joint Base Force Base, Florida, with the contingen- “After getting settled, we start think- Staff Sgt. Dana J. Cable 19TH AIRLIFT WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS 621ST CONTINGENCY RESPONSE WING McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. cy response element to assist the base’s ing about what the career fields will $555,436 at Travis PUBLIC AFFAIRS It may be difficult to imagine, but recovery from Hurricane Michael in Oc- need,” said Abbate, who has worked LITTLE ROCK AIR they’re both describing the same job: con- tober 2018. in contracting for more than 13 years. Lorraine Harris-Ortega One-hundred percent of FORCE BASE, Ark. -- A brand “I really have nothing to compare it tracting. Abbate and Fowler are two of “I grew up in Florida, but when we “Anything from aircraft parts and lum- ARMY & AIR FORCE EXCHANGE SERVICE the Army & Air Force Ex- new C-130J Super Hercules to. This is unlike anything I’ve ever done only four contracting officers who work to first got there, it was crazy how much ber to bolts and spray paint.” PUBLIC AFFAIRS change Service’s worldwide was delivered to Little Rock Air before,” said Master Sgt. Ronald Abbate, support the dynamic mission of the 621st damage there was,” said Abbate, who is a During contingencies, things that are earnings are invested in the Force Base May 27, marking from the 821st Contingency Response Contingency Response Wing. Jacksonville native. “Hangar doors were normally easy to find can be a challenge, Travis Air Force Base - military community, with the last C-130J delivery for the Support Squadron at Travis Air Force As Devil Raiders, these contracting blown off; trees were snapped like twigs; said Abbate. Service members, retirees, 59% going to dividends sup- 19th Airlift Wing and Air Mo- Base, California. “Some days, it’s one of officers are prepared to acquire what- it was crazy.” “Many stores in Florida were closed Veterans and military fami- porting quality-of-life pro- bility Command. the most frustrating jobs someone can ever is needed to keep the mission going After he arrived at Tyndall, Abbate because of the damage,” said Abbate. lies know it pays to shop their grams and the remaining 41% With the historic aircraft have. But other times, it’s one of the most during any unplanned or unexpected op- did what he always does when arriving “So, we had to be creative. Some things Exchange. used to improve the experi- delivery, which is the final C- rewarding jobs anyone can have.” eration. These “6Cs” as identified by the at any CRW location: make the unit as had to be flown in from other states or re- In 2019, authorized Tra- ence in stores and at ShopMy- 130J to arrive from the Lock- “This job can be a giant pain in the , remain on alert self-sustaining as possible, he said. That’s gions in order to get what we needed.” vis Army and Air Force Ex- Exchange.com. heed Martin facility in Mariet- butt, but I love doing it.” said Master Sgt. with their unit every day of the year. when Abbate’s previous experiences and change shoppers generated “The Exchange is Family ta, Georgia, LRAFB continues Ryan Fowler, from the 621st Contingency Abbate was the 6C to go to Tyndall Air exercises helped him move forward. See CONTRACTING Page 18 $555,436 of critical support Serving Family,” said Phonda to be the largest C-130J oper- for military quality-of-life Bishop, Travis Army & Air ator in the world —Home of Force Exchange general man- Herk Nation. programs in the form of earn- ager. “Exchange earnings LRAFB now boasts a C-130J ings-based dividends, such as improve the lives of Travis fleet of 47 aircraft between Child and Youth School Ser- Army and Air Force Base he- both the 19th Airlift Wing and vices, Armed Forces Rec- roes and their families.” . reation Centers and other The Travis Army and Air TRANSCOM brings home Americans The 19th Airlift Wing be- programs that support the military. See GENERATE Page 12 Michael P. Kleiman USTRANSCOM and DOS.” gan transitioning from older C- 130H cargo aircraft to newer U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Jayden Ford U.S. TRANSPORTATION COMMAND During the workweek, the A new C-130J Super Hercules arrives at Little Rock Air Force Base, PUBLIC AFFAIRS Repat Coord Cell normal- C-130J models in 2004. The air- frame conversion enables Air- Arkansas, May 27, 2020. The historic aircraft delivery to LRAFB serves ly operated from 6 a.m. to 8 as the final C-130J for the 19th Airlift Wing and Air Mobility Command. SCOTT AIfR FORCE p.m., but also executed its men to improve strategic and Since 1986 BASE, Ill. — Since its for- duties on the weekend, when tactical airlift capabilities. project and sustain agile com- other improvements. mation on March 27, the U.S. required. To ensure unity “It’s an honor to be part of bat airlift, globally.” The C-130J enables LRAFB We accept TRICARE and TriWest insurance Transportation Command’s of effort, they participated the team of Airmen that wel- The J-model airframe of- to quickly provide humanitar- Repatriation Coordination in two daily teleconferenc- comed the final C-130J to the fers a longer fuselage with ad- ian airlift relief to disaster vic- Call or text to schedule! Cell organized the stateside es – morning and afternoon Home of Herk Nation,” said ditional pallet positions for tims and airdrop supplies and return of more than 3,900 – with DOS’ Transportation Col. John Schutte, 19th Airlift added airlift capacity, an updat- troops into the heart of con- (530) 758-2122 Wing commander. “This latest ed cockpit with digital avion- tingency operations in hostile Americans stranded abroad Cell and attended another Saturday appointments available due to tightened COVID-19 midday phone session with addition to the world’s largest ics, more efficient engines and areas of Central Asia, South travel limitations imposed USTRANSCOM. A majority C-130J fleet will be put to im- propellers, which increase America and the Horn of Af- 353 2nd Street, Davis | www.HelmusOptometry.com by numerous countries. of the Repat Coord Cell’s pri- mediate use as we continue to range and speed and many rica. Supporting the Depart- mary participants also con- ment of State’s efforts to tinued to serve in their regu- bring American citizens lar jobs, and in this capacity, home as the pandemic they provided the expertise spread across the globe, the and experience for the com- USTRANSCOM unit, which mand’s assistance to DOS. stood down in mid-May, con- “USTRANSCOM’s Repat *10'56'6*+%#.2'4510#. tracted 14 separate commer- Coord Cell quickly formed cial charter airlift missions, with command and AMC #761/16+8'5'48+%'4'2#+452'%+#.+565 professionals who provid- transporting many thou- U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Daniel Owen 5RGEKCNK\KPIKP ed DOS with responsive sands back to the U.S. from U.S. citizens board a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules March 25 at Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras. /GTEGFGU$GP\$/92QTUEJG,CIWCT#WFK8QNMUYCIGP8QNXQOQTG five different African and The aircraft was used to transport 78 evacuees from Honduras to Naval Air Station Norfolk, Va. commercial airlift support- Asian nations. ing movement from differ- 9GQǢGTFGCNGTSWCNKV[UGTXKEG for commercial air car- the contracted charter air- approach,” said U.S. Army Family owned and operated. The process to achieve ent parts of the globe,” stated Owner…Don Westhaver, YKVJQWVVJGJCUUNGQTVJGRTKEG rier response. Next, after lift. Col. Aaron Angell, chief, these repatriations began U.S. Air Force Maj. Chris- Over 45 Years Experience (CEVQT[VTCKPGFYGWUG confirming mission details “Leading the Repat Co- Joint Operational Support  with the command’s Re- topher Moyano, Commer- Proud Military Parents 1'/RCTVU pat Coord Cell receiving a with DOS, the Repat Co- ord Cell has been a unique Airlift Center Division, US- cial Industry Branch, US- request from DOS’ Repa- ord Cell, comprised of a doz- and rewarding experience, TRANSCOM’s Operations TRANSCOM’s Operations triation Task Force. Fol- en core members, submitted as I had not worked with Directorate. “During the Directorate. “The combined lowing validation of DOS’ the finalized package to US- the command’s Director- cell’s seven-week existence, efforts of USTRANSCOM, requirement, they verified TRANSCOM’s air compo- ate of Acquisition or any of our priority was admin- AMC, DOS, and commer- the number of passengers nent, the Air Force’s Air Mo- the commercial air carriers istrative oversight of the cial industry saw the safe and provided the informa- bility Command (618th Air before. 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10 Tailwind June 5, 2020 Tailwind 11 CRW Airmen aid Reserve medics combating coronavirus hotspots Tech. Sgt. David W. Carbajal support to the Federal Emer- 1 621ST CONTINGENCY RESPONSE WING gency Management Agency for 3 PUBLIC AFFAIRS the whole-of-nation COVID-19 response. JOINT BASE MCGUIRE- “I have a newfound respect DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. — for Reservists and medical pro- Two Airmen from the 621st fessionals,” said Haase, the 64th Contingency Response Wing AEG deputy commander and have supported the Department the 621st Mobility Support Op- of Defense’s effort to combat erations Squadron command- COVID-19 since March. er. “They have been fearless Lt. Col. Curt Haase and Mas- and incredibly adaptive since ter Sgt. John Huck, from Joint they’ve arrived.” Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Haase, currently working New Jersey, have been embed- out of a hotel in Manhattan, is ded with the 64th Air Expedi- providing the command and tionary Group to help bring Air control function to ensure the Force Reservists into the fight health and welfare of the Air- against the pandemic. men working in the AEG. Huck has been the lead for “This has been an incredible the four-person personnel sup- opportunity for me to see this port for contingency operations team of Airmen from across the team, made up of Reservists U.S., from 29 different wings, from New Jersey and Pennsyl- come together and get after it,” vania, as they processed a to- said Haase. tal of nearly 300 Airmen from Hospitals in the north- various units across the Unit- east were tasked to manage in- ed States within the last eight creased patient populations weeks. Once they were pro- despite staff shortages due to ill- cessed through the Joint Re- nesses. ception Center on JBMDL, they “Some of the hospitals were were sent to regional hospitals down to 60 percent manning,” throughout New York City, Con- said Haase. “These Airmen had necticut and Massachusetts to to own entire wards of patients assist civilian medical provid- because of COVID.” ers. Despite the efforts of the “Many of these Reserv- AEG medics, many patients ists arrived and were eager to they cared for were not able to hit the ground running,” said recover from coronavirus. Huck. “Without much time to “The stress put on these Air- prepare, they’ve gotten here men day in and day out is unbe- and are out there making a dif- lievable,” said Haase. “Many of ference.” them were at the patients’ bed- The majority of the Air side when they passed. Some of Force’s personnel contributing them even volunteered to vid- 2 to the COVID fight have been eo conference with families so medical professionals to include they could say goodbye.” doctors, medics, nurses, respi- “We may not have won every U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Xavier Navarro ratory technicians and behav- 1) U.S Air Force Airmen assigned to the 64th Air Expeditionary Group battle, but New York City is in a ioral health experts, according better place because of their ef- prepare to pack and return their Joint All-Domain Command and Control to Huck. forts,” said Haase. devices May 27 at a hotel in New York City. Armed forces personnel “My job is just to get them Haase attributes the success collaborate as an integrated system in support of the New York City medical where they need to be,” said of the team to their commitment system, as part of the Department of Defense COVID-19 response. U.S. Huck. “Right now, they’re go- to the job. Northern Command, through U.S. Army North, remains committed to ing into the thick of things and “(Air Force Reserve Com- providing flexible Department of Defense support to the Federal Emergency dealing with some very sick pa- mand) was the contingency re- Management Agency for the whole-of-nation COVID-19 response. 2) U.S. tients.” sponse force of this pandemic,” Army Soldiers assigned to the 63rd Expeditionary Signal Battalion assist U.S. The Airmen, working in said Haase. “Many of them re- Air Force Airmen, assigned to the 64th Air Expeditionary Group, reset their tandem with the Army’s 44th sponded to the call within hours Joint All-Domain Command and Control devices May 27 at a hotel in New Medical Brigade, have been of notification and they pushed York City. 3) U.S. Army Sgt. Johnny Autry, assigned to the 63rd Expeditionary supporting U.S. Northern Com- through every obstacle. I’m Signal Battalion, confirms serial numbers of returned Joint All-Domain mand, which remains commit- proud to be a part of this total Command and Control devices at a hotel May 27 in New York City. ted to providing flexible DOD force team.” CHECKLIST Folios OK NO Headlines OK NO Cutlines OK NO NA Mugs OK NO NA Graphics OK NO NA Stories end OK NO Jumplines OK NO NA Ads OK NO NA NO=Not OK; NA=Not applicable Reprint Y N Initials

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Benedek, chief of Psychiatry at and other front liners, but all to addressing mental health is- the Psychological Health Cen- Mental USU, encourages everyone to of our society … things that we sues, seeking care from a men- ter of Excellence, leverages so- From Page 7 engage in continuing self-care can do to promote our gener- tal health professional is al- cial media and other forms of habits to promote resilience al physical health and also pro- ways encouraged for anyone multimedia to provide men- and extended absences of their and a more healthy response to mote our mental health,” Bene- who feels that they need a lit- tal health materials to patients loved ones who are working un- the challenges their confront- dek said. His includes staying tle bit of help. Benedek noted no matter where they are. The der varying circumstances and ing. These include getting good socially connected through a national increase in patients Real Warriors Campaign en- putting themselves at risk by sleep, maintaining good nu- physical distancing and stay- making appointments for men- courages the military commu- tal and physical health, which being at close exposure to the tritional and hydration habits, ing in touch with loved ones. nity to reach out for help deal- decreased significantly in the virus,” Cozza said. “That can and remaining devoted to ap- “Families should talk honest- ing with stress and anxiety. early stages of the pandem- also lead to concerns for the propriate exercise. ly about fears and worries, but “If you’re looking for evi- ic. He attributed that increase health and safety of the health “The things that we consid- also share in positive family dence-based, self-guided in- to changes in the worries that care providers as well as…the er self-care are really impor- experiences,” he said. terventions that one can do, be people are having, and to the tant, not just for hospital work- While looking at things they be a front-line worker, a family members.” increase in telehealth or virtu- Army Col. (Dr.) David ers and healthcare workers from the bright side is a start medical professional, or fam- al health services for mental ily member, I would encour- health care. age folks to check out the Real “One can make a phone call Warriors Campaign,” Polizzi and get a tele-mental-health said. “Real Warriors is cell- appointment and not have phone compatible and has tons to worry about coming into of information in a variety of LAW OFFICE OF a higher risk environment,” formats for people to digest on Benedek said, “and people are their own and learn more if starting to take advantage of Tifffaanyny L.L. Andrews,Andrews, P.C. they’re dipping their toe into that. So I think we will see in- the self-care psychological ,I\RXFDUHZHFDUH,I\RXFDUHZHFDUH creased utilization in the weeks health world.” and months ahead.” 352)(66,21$/)$0,/</$:6(59,&(6 The long-lasting mental ef- Although May offers oppor- ,1&/8',1*1&/88',' 1*--89(1,/(89(1,/, (''(3(1'(1&<(3(1'(1&<//$:&&$6(6$6(6( fects of the pandemic, like tunities to emphasize and rein- 1RZRIIHULQJZHHNHQG HDUO\HYHQLQJFRQVXOWDWLRQVXSWRSPZLNHNHQGQG HDUDUO\O\ HYYHHQLQLQQJJ FRRQQVXVXOWO DWLRRQVQV XSSWR SPSP ZLWWKRQHRIRXUDVVRFLDWHVWKK RRQQH force resources and programs, heightened anxiety and po- tential post-traumatic stress 25% OFF Military Cases (If retained) mental health is a year-round focus with the DoD, O’Reilly disorder, remains uncertain, 6RODQR2IÀFH2IÀIÀFHH 6DFUDPHQWR2IÀFH66DFUDPHQQWWRR said. “We constantly advance according to the experts. Re- 0LVVRXUL6WUHHW6WH )ROVRP$XEXUQ5G6WH+ our research and analysis to turning to the workplace can )DLUÀHOG&$ )ROVRP&$ improve prevention and treat- add another layer to both con-     www.tlalawwwww. wooce.comce.ccomom ment for the beneficiaries of ditions. However, all of the ex- the Military Health System.” perts agree that measures can The MHS offers a number be taken to promote resilience of mental health tools and pro- and a healthy response to the grams to help patients, ser- challenges of COVID-19. vice members, and health care Mental health is essential providers address their men- not only to mission success, tal health concerns. From free but to quality of life. The Mili- mobile applications to expan- tary Health System will contin- sions in telehealth capabilities, ue to prioritize mental health access to mental health care is and combat threats to mental always a priority for MHS. health like the COVID-19 pan- Under one program, the demic. For more mental health Real Warriors Campaign, Dr. resources, visit the MHS web- Nicholas Polizzi, Ph.D., with site.

disabilities and certain care- Generate givers were welcomed home From Page 5 with in-store shopping priv- ileges. Since 2017, all hon- Force Exchange dividend is orably discharged Veterans have been authorized to shop a part of the $217 million the the Exchange online. Veter- Army & Air Force Exchange ans can find out more about Service generated worldwide their earned benefits on the Ex- in 2019. In the last 10 years, the change’s community Hub page Exchange has contributed $2.2 at https://bit.ly/Vets4Life. billion to morale, welfare, and Despite the upheaval caused recreation programs integral to by the COVID-19 pandemic Army and Air Force recruiting, and the ever-changing retail readiness and resiliency. landscape, the Exchange re- Part of the Exchange’s div- mains dedicated to supporting idend was generated by Veter- troops and their families, wher- ans. On Jan. 1, 4.1 million Vet- ever the military mission takes erans with service-connected them. CHECKLIST CHECKLIST Folios OK NO Folios OK NO Headlines OK NO Headlines OK NO Cutlines OK NO NA Cutlines OK NO NA Mugs OK NO NA Mugs OK NO NA Graphics OK NO NA Graphics OK NO NA Stories end OK NO Stories end OK NO Jumplines OK NO NA Jumplines OK NO NA Ads OK NO NA Ads OK NO NA NO=Not OK; NA=Not applicable NO=Not OK; NA=Not applicable Reprint Y N Reprint Y N Initials Initials

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June 5, 2020 Tailwind 15 16 Tailwind June 5, 2020  Classifieds as standard apheresis collection, U.S.-flagged, Civil Reserve part was rewarding. This ex- Plasma she noted. It is being investigated Home Air Fleet carriers and also perience showed how quick- From Page 6 for the treatment of COVID-19 From Page 4 showcased their unmatched ly the team of professionals because there is no approved flexibility and keen respon- at USTRANSCOM can adapt siveness throughout,” said and ample supply of blood prod- treatment for the disease at this overcoming an unprecedent- operations to support anoth- U.S. Army Maj. Keith Shank- ucts. The need is now,” Taylor time, and there is some indica- ed restricted environment.” er agency’s effort,” stated lin, Commercial Industry stressed. “We are calling for all tion that it might help some pa- USTRANSCOM-contract- Angell. “This team of teams Branch, USTRANSCOM’s who are healthy, able, and eli- tients recover from COVID-19. ed, commercial charter air- came together and accom- Operations Directorate. gible, to donate today to help us Several COVID-19 patients lift supporting DOS’ repat en- plished the mission despite Throughout April 2020, all stand mission ready and save in the Military Health System deavors consisted of Atlas Air, the challenges of operating in have received convalescent plas- commercial airlift missions, a COVID-19 environment.” lives.” Delta Air Lines, and Omni Air - ma transfusions as part of their administered by USTRANS USTRANSCOM exists as a Why convalescent plasma is International. Occasionally, COM’s Repat Coord Cell, de- treatment, Taylor said. The treat- warfighting combatant com- collected the command’s Repat Coord parted from Abuja and Lagos, ment, which must be carried out mand to project and sustain When a person contracts Cell also organized military Nigeria; Yangon, Myanmar; SARS-CoV-2, the virus that under an approved protocol, is aircraft transport of Ameri- military power at a time and used for those hospitalized and Dakar, Senegal; Dhaka, Ban- causes COVID-19, their immune cans from overseas locations. gladesh; as well as Islamabad place of the nation’s choos- severely ill with the disease. systems create antibodies to fight To date, approximately 522 and Karachi, Pakistan, trans- ing. Powered by dedicated Donating CCP is the same as the virus. These antibodies are U.S. citizens returned state- porting 3,915 Americans and men and women, we under- a standard platelet or plasma do- found in the plasma – the liquid side via gray-tail opportune lawful permanent residents write the lethality of the Joint nation and must meet specific re- part of blood, Taylor explained. airlift. stateside to Dulles Interna- Force, we advance American Plasma with infection-fight- quirements set by the Food and “The emerging require- tional Airport, Dulles, Vir- interests around the globe, ing antibodies is called convales- Drug Administration. Donors ments associated with the ginia. and we provide our nation’s cent plasma, she said. Through must be at least 17 years and old- COVID-19 global pandem- “DOS undertook a hercule- leaders with strategic flexibil- the blood donation process, this er, weigh at least 110 pounds, and ic highlighted the importance an effort to repatriate tens of ity to select from multiple op- plasma is collected from a donor be in good health. Women who of USTRANSCOM’s long- thousands of Americans, and tions, while creating multiple who has recovered from COV- have ever been pregnant may standing relationship with working with them to do our dilemmas for our adversaries. ID-19 and may be transfused into need additional testing for specif- a sick patient who is still fighting ic human leukocyte antigen an- the virus, if they qualify for this tibodies that may be present in type of treatment. The procedure their blood. '5-())5(<%522.6 may boost the immune system of In addition to these standard the patient and help with the re- requirements, those who have %RDUG&HUWLÀHGDQG)HOORZVKLS covery process, Taylor said. fully recovered from COVID-19 The collection process for must be symptom-free for at 7UDLQHG9DVFXODU6XUJHRQ this type of plasma is the same least 14 days. :%6-'37):)-27#0)+90')67# 0)+4%-2#0)+7;)00-2+# ATTENTION 0)+'6%147#0)+,)%:-2)77#&962-2+7)27%8-32# ALL ACTIVE DUTY, RETIRED MILITARY 7/-2'3036',%2+)7#6)780)770)+7# AND WOUNDED WARRIORS

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AlphaBridge co-founder and Forges managing partner. “As we enter From Page 3 a new era of great power compe- tition, it is absolutely vital we re- service members. The fellow- build broken bridges. I, for one, ship equipped me with new in- intend to invest much more heav- sights, an even stronger growth ily in national security-related mindset and an understanding technologies going forward and I of capabilities to foster innova- have the AFVentures program to tion.” thank for that.” In addition to Airmen learn- By strengthening ties be- ing from their experience, ven- tween the Air Force and Silicon ture capital partners were ex- Valley, the AFVentures initia- posed to renewed possibilities tive aims to increase collabora- to engage with the Department tion between the often different of Defense initiatives and pri- worlds and accelerate national orities. innovation. “Silicon Valley was built on a Anyone interested in follow- foundation of public-private part- ing along with the fellowship nerships between the nation- or applying for future cohorts al security and technology com- can learn more at https://www. munities,” said Jake Chapman, shift.org/afv. CHECKLIST CHECKLIST Folios OK NO Folios OK NO Headlines OK NO Headlines OK NO Cutlines OK NO NA Cutlines OK NO NA Mugs OK NO NA Mugs OK NO NA Graphics OK NO NA Graphics OK NO NA Stories end OK NO Stories end OK NO Jumplines OK NO NA Jumplines OK NO NA Ads OK NO NA Ads OK NO NA NO=Not OK; NA=Not applicable NO=Not OK; NA=Not applicable Reprint Y N Reprint Y N Initials Initials

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1 1) Ninth Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer mechanics take selfies as a B-1B flies overhead May 21 at , Guam. The 9th EBS, along with 200 Airmen assigned to the 7th Bomb Wing, deployed to Guam from Dyess AFB, Texas, as part of a Bomber Task Force supporting ’ strategic deterrence missions and commitment to the security and stability of the Indo-Pacific region. 2) Members of the 177th Fighter Wing and , New Jersey Air National Guard, conducted a retreat ceremony for residents of the Veterans Memorial Home May 22 in Vineland, New Jersey. 3) Daniel Hughes, an Air Force basic training trainee, runs through an obstacle course May 21 at Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Annex, Texas. Hughes is one of three brothers from Tucson, Arizona, who were in the U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman River Bruce same basic training flight. IMMENSEAir Force experience can be … 2

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