COMMANDER’S CORNER: cORE VALUES MORE THAN JUST WORDS - PAGE 3 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado
Thursday, November 20, 2008 Vol. 52 No. 47 Defenders: Peterson Airman helps keep Kandahar operations in check, Airmen safe
By Staff Sgt. Tammie Moore U.S. AFCENT News Team KANDAHAR, Afghanistan — Security forces Airmen are the first line of defense for an Air Force base. They are charged with maintaining the rule of law; this is especially important in a war-torn region like Kandahar, Afghanistan. The men and women from the 755th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron work tirelessly to ensure the service members remain safe. “The most rewarding part is of our job is keeping or- der on the base and helping those who need it most,” said Airman 1st Class Matt Newman, the 755th ESFS desk sergeant who is deployed from Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. While many of the security force’s duties are the same as at home station, such as patrolling the base’s perimeter, there are also many additional challenges they face in U.S. Air Force photo/Master Sgt. Keith Brown securing a base in a war zone. Airman 1st Class Matt Newman enters information into the police blotter. Airman Newman is deployed to the 755th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron Law and Order Unit from Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. Airmen assigned to the Law and Order unit are charged with enforcing traffic laws See Defenders page 16 on the NATO base, handling reports of theft and other disturbances.
Excellence in All We Do! Seatbelt safety imperative Someone Is Always Watching during holidays By The 21st Space Wing Safety Office By Tech. Sgt. Kimberly A. Rowe be rude or belligerent. We don’t have to call them out The Thanksgiving holiday should be a joyous time for all families Forrest L. Vosler Non-Commissioned Officers Academy loudly in front of their peers or be disrespectful. A in America, but far too often the celebration turns to tragedy on the simple, “Excuse me sir/ma’am, did you know that you Excellence in all we do! Sounds simple enough, nation’s highways. are not wearing your cover” (or whatever the situation doesn’t it? Yet why do we continue to see people Everyone driving this holiday week should drive carefully and calls for) will suffice. They might be embarrassed, but bending the rules? defensively. Don’t drive impaired and, most importantly, buckle up rightly so. Some individuals simply forget, but does Maybe, many will claim, they didn’t know. Maybe each and every trip. they never had a mentor to guide them to excellence. that mean we condone it? Absolutely not! Excellence in all we do! Question yourself. Do I To lose a loved one is a terrible thing to experience, especially Perhaps they simply thought no one was looking during America’s family holiday, but to lose one’s life when it might or no one cared. Ask the Airman you see walking wear my cover from my vehicle to my front door? Chances are, as you walk through the parking lot at have been saved by taking two seconds to buckle a seat belt is truly around in uniform with a hands-free earpiece in senseless. When you’re in your vehicle, whether for long trips or short, his ear. Ask the technical sergeant who runs from the grocery store, cell phone to your ear, the civilians around you may not even know that walking around please remember to buckle up every trip, every time. their car into the store, without his or her cover. The with your cellular is unauthorized in uniform. But Unfortunately, this good advice isn’t heeded. Nationally, during answers will surely vary. what if they do know? Will they call you out? Most the Thanksgiving holiday period in 2006, about 457 passenger ve- The truth is, someone is always watching. Be it likely, they will not. However, they did see you and hicle occupants died in motor vehicle traffic crashes, including 188 the young airman basic, brand new to the Air Force saw your unprofessional behavior. Question yourself. during daylight hours and 266 during night time (three deaths were and watching your every move, or a member of our Do I display excellence in all I do? unknown regarding time). civilian community, someone is always watching. Recently, as I helped my son assemble his JROTC Night time is one of the most dangerous times on the road because Why not emulate excellence wearing the uniform uniform for inspection, I proudly explained to him seat belt use is lower. Of the 266 night-time Thanksgiving passenger on your installation as well as away from the work the proper wear. Nail clippers in hand, he clipped vehicle occupant deaths, 138 died with their seat belts unfastened place or the installation? With these ideas in mind, strings on his crisp, freshly-pressed shirt and ad- (where seat belt use was known). Almost half of the daytime deaths ask yourself: Did I say something? Did I let my fel- justed his gig line. I could only say so much about were not wearing seat belts. low Airmen know to get their hands out of their the importance of his appearance and his demeanor Regular seat belt use is the single, most effective way to protect pockets? Did I remind that tech sergeant to zip up while wearing his uniform. people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes, according to his or her gortex? I can only hope I have led by example. He has the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Research has If not, you have given them the thumbs up, in- watched me carefully place my accoutrements on shown when lap and shoulder belts are used properly, the risk of fatal advertently telling them, “Hey, its okay. I didn’t see my uniform. He has occasionally accompanied me injury to front seat passengers is reduced by 45 percent and the risk anything wrong.” Whose core values are most lack- to clothing sales as I shopped for the latest uniform of moderate to serious injury is reduced by 50 percent. ing: The individual for not emulating proper wear change and scrutinized my appearance in uniform The 21st Space Wing Safety Office wishes everyone a safe and happy of the uniform or you for condoning it? Gone is before a mirror. He’s watched me panic as I run Thanksgiving. And remember, the only belt you should unbuckle the claim that you and they practice excellence in through the house looking for my cover and quickly this, and every Thanksgiving, is the one at the dinner table, not the all we do. one in your car. Excellence in all we do! Yes, young Airman, you See Excellence page 16 For more information about highway safety during this Thanksgiving too can correct even the highest of ranks. We cannot holiday, please visit www.nhtsa.gov.
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21st space Wing 21st Space Wing Commander ommander s orner Col. Jay Raymond C ’ C Chief of Public Affairs Capt. Toni Tones Core Values more than just words Editorial Staff Chief of Operations Commentary by Col. Jay Raymond They hold key leadership positions at all 2nd. Lt. Jonathan Simmons 21st Space Wing commander Col. levels in the Air Force and are a source of Deputy Chief of Operations What defines the qualities and principles Jay Raymond great wisdom. They are mentors and advo- Tech. Sgt Kimberley Harrison of our Air Force? Integrity First, Service cates for their Airmen and epitomize the Before Self and Excellence In All We Do. Staff Reporter finest qualities of a military leader. These are our service Core Values and they Corey Dahl 21st Space Congratulations to our newest Chief- set the universal standard for conduct and Wing selects. I know you all will continue to Published by Colorado Springs Military Newspapers behavior across our Air Force. commander excel and lead our Air Force, and to help Group, 31 E. Platte Avenue, Suite 300, Colorado November’s focus area for Air Force Space Springs, 80903, a private firm in no way connected with develop and mold our Airmen and future Command’s Year of Leadership is “Core the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract Air Force leaders. with the 21st Space Wing. This commercial enterprise Values,” and I believe our Core Values are Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for the path of professional conduct; they allow Next week is Thanksgiving, and since members of the U.S. military services. what unify our force and connect us to the us to transform a climate of corrosion into there will not be a paper published due to Contents of the Space Observer are not neces- past and future. Our Core Values are what a climate of ethical commitment. sarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. the short work week, Mollie and I want Government, the Department of Defense or the make our military succeed. They exist for Speaking of high ethical commitment, Department of the Air Force. all members of our Air Force — whether last week the Air Force released the list of to wish you all a happy and safe holiday. The appearance of advertising in this publication, active duty, reserve, guard, or civilian. Our Have fun and relax. As you are gather- including inserts or supplements, does not constitute selects to one of the most elite groups in endorsement by DoD, the Department of the Air Force, Core Values inspire us to do our very best, our enlisted force. The Air Force’s Chief ing with friends and family, remember or CSMNG, of the products or services advertised. with the utmost character and dedication. those deployed around the world who are Everything advertised in this publication shall be Master Sergeant promotion release had 520 made available for purchase, use or patronage without Without our Core Values, our mission Senior Master Sergeants selected from 2,415 not able to be with their loved ones. Keep regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, would fail. age, marital status, physical handicap, political affili- eligibles, Air Force-wide. Air Force Space them in your thoughts and prayers in this ation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, So what do Integrity, Service, and Command-wide, there were 98 eligible and time of thanksgiving. Enjoy your holidays user or patron. Excellence truly mean to you? Are they 20 selected, for a rate of 20.4 percent. Here and please remember to incorporate good Editorial content is edited, prepared and pro- merely words to memorize, or do you live vided by the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Office, at Team Pete, we have the honor of reporting Operational Risk Management and safety 775 Loring Ave., Suite 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., your life by them? According to the USAF that 13 of our Senior Master Sergeants were in all of your activities. 80914-1294, (719) 556-4351 or DSN 834-4351, fax Core Values “Little Blue Book,” the rea- selected into the rank of “Chief.” This is one (719) 556-7848 or DSN 834-7848. All photographs are We are the greatest Air, Space and Cyber Air Force photographs unless otherwise indicated. sons we have Core Values are four-fold: 1) of the highest honors that can be bestowed Force on the face of the Earth, bar none. The The Space Observer is published every Thursday. 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Even after use, never allow children or pets near the Peterson’s Fire & Emergency Services and the National • Most units do not have automatic thermostat controls, turkey fryer. The oil inside the cooking pot can remain Fire Protection Association are urging consumers to use so oil may heat until it catches fire. dangerously hot, hours after use. extreme caution with turkey fryers when preparing holiday • The sides, lids, and handles get extremely hot and may • To avoid oil spillover, do not overfill the fryer. cause burns. meals because of the dangers frequently associated with • Use well-insulated potholders or oven mitts when touch- Peterson Fire & Emergency Services urges the use of cook- the devices. ing pot or lid handles. If possible, wear safety goggles to Tests have shown that the fryers have a high risk of tipping ing equipment that has been tested and approved by a recog- over, overheating, or spilling hot oil, which can lead to fires, nized testing facility, such as UL or Factory Mutual (FM) protect your eyes from oil splatter. burns, or other injuries. Cooking fires are the leading cause of home fires and • Make sure the turkey is completely thawed, and be care- The cooking method, which has become increasingly popu- home fire injuries. Unattended cooking is the primary cause ful with marinades. Oil and water don’t mix, and water lar in recent years, requires placing the turkey in three gallons of these fires. causes oil to spill over, causing a fire or even an explo- or more of oil, which is heated by propane. Some people opt If you absolutely must use a turkey fryer, here are some sion hazard. for frying because they believe it delivers better taste and tips for safer use: • The National Turkey Federation recommends refrig- cuts down on cooking time. But the units have come under • Turkey fryers should always be used outdoors at a safe erator-thawing of turkeys and to allow approximately scrutiny recently, as Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., an in- distance from buildings and any other material that 24 hours for every five pounds of bird thawed in the dependent product safety-testing organization, has decided can burn. refrigerator. not to certify, with their UL mark, any turkey fryer. • Never use turkey fryers on wooden decks or in • Keep an all-purpose fire extinguisher nearby. Never use The UL mark on your appliances is the safety assurance garages. that the item has been rigorously tested in a laboratory under • Make sure the fryers are used on a flat surface to reduce water to extinguish a grease fire. extremely harsh conditions. accidental tipping. Remember to use your best judgment when attempting Some of our concerns about turkey fryers: • Never leave the fryer unattended. Most units do not have to fight a fire. If the fire is manageable, use an all-purpose • When the turkey is placed in the hot oil, oil may spill thermostat controls. If you don’t watch the fryer carefully, fire extinguisher. If the fire increases, immediately call 9-1- onto the burner, creating a fire. the oil will continue to heat until it catches fire. 1 for help. New base shuttle provides convenient way to get around base 2008 Chief Master Sergeant selects The following Team Pete senior master sergeants have been By Tech. Sgt. Dustin Mohr Exchange. Since Ms. Stubbs, we have had hundreds selected for promotion to chief master sergeant: 21st Logistics Readiness Squadron of riders each week. James Byrnes, AFELM US NORTHCOM Do you have an appointment or meeting and don’t As with any great plan, minor changes are necessary Shane Downum, AFSPC want to hassle with finding a parking spot? Maybe to make it even greater. The shuttle stops have been Karen Ferrantelli, AFSPC you don’t want to lose your parking spot? Maybe you slightly altered since our last publication a few weeks Michael Fluck, AFSPC don’t even have a car? ago, so we are updating our map and time chart. We Treassia Hall, AFELM US NORTHCOM Stephen Hrkach, AFSPC The answer to your dilemma is here and although also want personnel to know we will be submitting it may not be faster than a speeding bullet, it is reli- Kathryn Little, AFELM NORAD surveys to our riders to receive their feedback, and, as able, free of charge and will make a rotation around Allen Newcomb, 561st Network Operations Squadron the base every 30 minutes. The new base shuttle, “The always, you can contact us directly with ideas through Scott Sippel, 850th Electronic Systems Group Orbiter”, has been up and running for a couple weeks, e-mail at [email protected]. We want to Idalia Peele, 721st Communications Squadron and we are proud to say it is being utilized by many thank everyone who has been riding our shuttle and Richard Vogel, 21st Dental Squadron personnel on base. The first passenger to utilize the encourage those who have not to get on out and go Jeffrey Wilcox, AFELM NORAD Anthony Woods, AFSPC shuttle was Ms. Letitia Stubbs, who works at the Base for a ride!
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042264 • DeVry COS Military Ad 10/31 • 10.125" w x 7.5" h • BW • V2_FINAL • lb • 10/21/08 Space ObServer 6 Thursday, November 20, 2008 www.peterson.af.mil CALeNDAR / BASe BRIeFS Saturday, Nov 22 Blood Drive Anyone interested in volunteering at a table or any Memorial Health Systems hosts two blood drives from questions can be directed to Maj Jeff Bell, 380 SPCS, Retiree appreciation day noon to 3 p.m. on Peterson on Nov. 25. The drive will take 556-4270. The 10th Air Base Wing hosts the 2008 Retiree place in the Bldg. 3 conference rooms; contact Denny Appreciation Day at the U.S. Air Force Academy’s Arnold Skiles at 554-2195 for more information. Saturday, Dec 6 Hall from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 22. Briefers will include the commanders of Fort Carson’s Hospital, 10th Medical Team Pete Induction and Recognition Bone marrow drive Group and 21st Medical Group. Free flu shots will also Ceremony A bone marrow donor drive will be conducted Dec. be available. Parking is available at Clune Arena and bus The monthly Team Pete Induction and Recognition transportation from Clune Arena to Arnold Hall will Ceremony will be held at 3 p.m., Nov. 25 at the Peterson 6 on behalf of the C.W. Bill Young DoD Marrow Donor be available starting at 7:30 a.m. For more information Museum. Program. Locations and times are listed below: contact the Peterson Retiree Activities Office at 719- 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 556-7153 Thursday, Nov 27 Monday, Nov 24 Housing office closure 21st Aerospace Medicine Squadron Clinic (Entrance) The Housing Office will be closed Nov. 27 for 302 Airlift Wing headquarters (Entrance) Blood Drive Thanksgiving and Nov. 28 for Family Day. The Housing Peterson Sports and Fitness Center Memorial Health Systems hosts two blood drives from office will resume regular hours, 7 a.m.- 4 p.m., Dec. 1. Anyone interested in volunteering at a table or any noon to 3 p.m. on Peterson on Nov. 24 and 25. The Nov. 24 drive will take place at the CISF at Pete East; contact MPS Closure questions can be directed to Maj Jeff Bell, 380 SPCS, Staff Sgt. Nicole Elmore at 556-2872 for more information. The Military Personnel Section, including the ID Card 556-4270. The Nov. 25 drive will take place in the Bldg. 3 conference Station, will be closed on Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving rooms; contact Denny Skiles at 554-2195. holiday and on Nov. 28 for Air Force Space Command’s Monday, Dec 15 Family Day. Normal duty hours will resume on Dec. 1. Team Pete Quarterly Award breakfast Friday, Nov 28 Cookies for Troops Program The Team Pete Quarterly Awards breakfast will take The Peterson Spouses’ Club is looking for cookie dona- place at 8 a.m., Nov. 24 at the Peterson Club. The event rec- MPS Closure tions for its annual Cookies for the Troops program for ognizes outstanding Team Pete performers in the Airman, The Military Personnel Section, including the ID Card non-commissioned officer, senior non-commissioned of- Station, will be closed on Nov. 28 for an Air Force Space Peterson’s dorm residents. Homemade cookie donations ficer, company grade officer and civilian categories. For Command’s Family Day. Normal duty hours will resume will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Dec. 15 and 16, at more information, contact Senior Master Sgt. Brent Braun on Dec. 1. the base chapel. Other items, such as individually wrapped at 554-3657 or Master Sgt. Matt Newlon at 554-2704. Monday, Dec 1 candies and hot cocoa packets, will also be accepted. The Air Force Core Values Blood drive spouses club also needs volunteers to help bag the donated Former Air Force Chief of Staff, Gen. Ronald Fogleman, Memorial Health System will host a blood drive from cookies on Dec. 16. For more information, contact Amy will speak on Air Force Core Values at 2:30 p.m., Nov. 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., Dec. 1 in the Bldg. 1 Auditorium. For Wren at [email protected] or 388-1404. 24 at the Peterson Air Force Base Auditorium. Attendees more information or to schedule a donation appointment, need to be in place by 2 p.m. contact Master Sgt. Larry Barrentine at 554-2549. Tuesday, Dec 16 General Fogleman is the author of the Air Force Core Friday, Dec 5 Values. Cookies for Troops Program Tuesday, Nov 25 Bone marrow drive The Peterson Spouses’ Club is looking for cookie dona- A bone marrow donor drive will be conducted Dec. 5, Interfaith Thanksgiving Service and 6 on behalf of the C.W. Bill Young DoD Marrow Donor tions for its annual Cookies for the Troops program for The Peterson Chapel will host a Community Interfaith Program. Locations and times are listed below: Peterson’s dorm residents. Homemade cookie donations Thanksgiving Service at 6:00 p.m. Nov. 25. Chaplain 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at will be accepted from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Dec. 15 and, at the (Col.) Greg Tate, Air Force Space Command, will be the Building 1 (Atrium) — Dec. 5 guest speaker. The service will conclude with special Bldg. 350 (Atrium) — Dec. 5 base chapel. Other items, such as individually wrapped Thanksgiving celebrations for Catholics, Protestants and Peterson Sports and Fitness Center — Dec. 5 and 6 candies and hot cocoa packets, will also be accepted. The guests. Worship will be followed by a pie social. Please 21st Aerospace Medicine Squadron Clinic (Entrance) spouses club also needs volunteers to help bag the donated bring a canned-good to donate to the Junior Enlisted — Dec. 5 and 6 Association food pantry and stay to join us in fellowship 302 Airlift Wing headquarters (Entrance) — Dec. 5 cookies on Dec. 16. For more information, contact Amy at the social. and 6 Wren at [email protected] or 388-1404.
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How successful would Often, emails try to get you to click and Furthermore, one of the more useful fea- observed Native American Indian Heritage the Pilgrims have been in assimilating into follow a link, download a file or provide tures of Microsoft Outlook is the ability to Month in November. Many Airmen take their new environment without the help personal information. How do you iden- digitally sign emails by using the PIN as- this time to recognize and reflect upon and guidance they received from the Native tify these threats? Most of the time these sociated with your Common Access Card. the contributions of Native American Americans? threats have misspelled words, a false sense By doing this, you can be assured the email Indians to American history and military Continue to travel forward to a time of urgency or ask you to provide an unusual is coming from the intended source. culture. around 1776, around the time of the War amount of information about yourself. Bottom line...make sure you don’t pro- What does Native American mean? for Independence. The Iroquois federa- You can protect yourself by not providing vide important information to unknown Webster’s New World Dictionary defines tion played a significant role as a model any information over the Internet unless addresses and don’t trust anything that “native” as ‘natural or indigenous, in- of democracy that may have largely in- you initiate the conversation. For example, has web site links or attachments that isn’t born rather than acquired’ and defines fluenced the United States Constitution. “American” as ‘of or in America.’ Between the late 1700s and the Civil War, it would be better if you email your bank digitally signed. Various questions arise in the minds of close to 400 treaties were signed, and most some when asked about their origin. Native of those treaties focused on land. Finally, Americans are believed to have occupied from the late 1800s to the present, Native Peterson holds special court-martial America more than 10,000 years before Americans contributed in World War I and America received its name. in World War II as “code talkers,” when By 21st Space Wing Legal Office Airman Roland to 75 days confinement, re- An enormous and significant part of Navajo, Choctaw, and Comanche used their On Oct. 29, 2008, a special court-martial duction to the grade of E-1 and forfeiture of American history includes the contribu- native languages to communicate secret was held at Peterson in the case of U.S. v. $750 per month for two months. tions of Native Americans. Imagine looking messages. Airman 1st Class Natasha L. Roland of the The maximum punishment at a special back in history at Christopher Columbus, 721st Security Forces Squadron. Airman Native Americans have had a positive court-martial is a bad-conduct discharge, attempting to envision his interaction with impact on the development of America, Roland was charged with two violations of the Native Americans. It is said Columbus as part of its birth, spiritual growth, ide- Article 134, unlawfully entering a dormitory confinement for one year, forfeiture of two- called the Native Americans “los Indios” or ological change, and most importantly, room and wrongfully using another per- thirds pay per month for twelve months and Indians, because he believed he had landed its history. Native Americans have faced son’s debit card. An officer panel sentenced reduction to the lowest pay grade. in the East Indies of Asia. The term was numerous challenges, adverse situations, thereafter applied to all indigenous people of the Western Hemisphere. and near extinction throughout their Think about the language and cultural long history. The Native American cul- barriers; how did they overcome their ture is rich in tradition, and they con- differences in order to communicate and tinue to make contributions to this great trade? The Native Americans and the and diverse salad bowl called America. Spaniards learned about a different culture Americans awake daily, some taking for through necessity. Countless resources and granted land, culture, and a heritage they valuable exchanges of knowledge flowed or their ancestors immigrated to for a new, between the groups, building a network better, and free life. A large percentage of Drive a Servicemember Home, formerly known as EADD, offers of trade. descendants of past America live day to day free rides from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays, including asking the questions: Who am I and where Move forward to around 1620, when holidays. The program is open to all ranks and services. the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth Rock. am I from? It is vital to reach inside one’s Trade continued, as the Native Americans self, and not only try to understand the Call 55 NO DUI for a free ride. introduced the Pilgrims and the world to Native American culture and its impact on products such as tomatoes, potatoes, corn, America throughout history, but acknowl- sunflowers and squash. Through trade and edge, celebrate, and appreciate “los Indios,” exchanges of ideas and technology, many the authentic “Native of America”. Sustainable Military Air Force Core Values: Lands Management more than just words Earn Your Graduate Certi cate Online By Chief Master Sgt. Mark Isaman of all our military activities. 45th Civil Engineer Squadron Next is our military service, an un- October’s “Year of Leadership” focus common profession that calls for people Quality online instruction from experts has been “Discipline.” For November, with an enduring commitment and dedi- the focus shifts to our Core Values, the cation to the mission. It requires us to in long-term environmental very principles that are the backbone of have a keen sense of service before self. stewardship of military lands discipline. Each of us must realize that our profes- Former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. sional duties take precedence over our Michael Ryan said, “our Core Values, personal desires. This is a 24-hour-a-day Integrity First, Service Before Self and commitment that includes, at the very For civilian & military land managers Excellence In All We Do set the com- least, the following behaviors: rule fol- worldwide mon standard for conduct across the lowing, respect for others, discipline and Air Force. These values inspire the trust self-control and faith in the system. As which provides the unbreakable bond Airmen, we are entrusted with the secu- that unifies the force. We must practice rity of the nation, the protection of its Courses include: them ourselves and expect no less from citizens, and the preservation of its way Introduction to Sustainable Military Lands those with whom we serve.” of life. These responsibilities require us Integrity, service and excellence. to place the needs of service and country Management (begins 20 January 2009) Integrity, fortified by a commitment to before personal concerns. the service of our country, and fueled Our final core value, “Excellence In Cultural Resource Management on Military Lands by a drive in excellence in all that we All We Do”, can be thought of as the do. These are values every Airman must tactic that drives how we operate. It is Ecology of Military Lands believe in, and more importantly, values the development of a sustained passion they must live by. 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Space Observer 8 Thursday, November 20, 2008 www.peterson.af.mil Civilians graduate with lessons in military culture By Carl Bergquist you have to go where you are not comfortable. The point is, if The program is great because it brings civilians into Air University Public Affairs you stay where you are comfortable, you are missing out.” the military’s world, said Valeria Murray, a CALT student MAXWELL AIR FORCE BASE, Ala. (AFNS) — The He told attendees the Air Force is unique in that it grooms from the 754th Electronic Systems Group at Gunter Annex, first class of the Civilian Acculturation and Leadership leaders to promote from within rather than hiring from Ala. Training program graduated recently here giving the 25 the outside. The general also presented a list of ineffective “CALT is perfectly designed to make you a better leader, attendees a better understanding of what the active-duty leadership traits to include not adhering to Air Force core and that’s what the Air Force is all about,” she said. “I’ve Air Force does. values, bad attitudes, failure to provide vision, and not ac- enjoyed the instructors because they are very knowledgeable The course, designed to acquaint civilian employees with cepting responsibility. and bring a lot of experience to the table.” military culture, included lessons on Air Force core values, Joseph M. McDade Jr., the director of Force Development “We are all Air Force, but in reality, military members communications, leadership, and team building. for the deputy chief of staff for Manpower and Personnel and the civilians don’t really know each other very well,” at the Pentagon, visited the CALT course on its final day of said Capt. Paul Yuzapavik, a senior instructor and chief of Exercises at the Project-X training facility, a war game class and observed the war game exercise. the war game. “Hopefully, CALT remedies that to a certain and presentations by senior Air Force leadership rounded “Civilian force development is a top priority among senior extent. I know for me this has been great because it gave me out the course curriculum. leaders, and CALT is an example of that,” he said. “The an opportunity to sit down and talk with these civilians and Air University was originally tasked to develop a civilian program ensures a balanced portfolio of leadership develop- get their perspective.” training program with an OTS-type curriculum, said Dr. ment for all Airmen. Here we have potential civilian leaders The students came to CALT knowing it was an Air Force Charles Nath, the Holm Center director of curriculum. who are saying they want to be a part of the Air Force team, familiarization program, but Captain Yuzapavik said he “All indications are the training is going very well,” Dr. and the Air Force is at an historic crossroads with regard doesn’t think they realized the leadership and managerial Nath said. “We started out with high expectations, and it to our civilians.” expectations of the curriculum. When they were confronted appears it is going better than we expected. The students Jim Wiggins, the chief of Curriculum Development for the with the war game aspect of the course, it became a real seem to recognize the importance of what they are learning Reserve Officer Training Corps and OTS said the students eye-opener for many of the future leaders. at CALT and the importance of continuing civilian educa- have praised the program’s content, and all of the feedback The students completed the war game successfully, and tion for their careers.” he has received is positive. received diplomas from Mr. McDade. He told the group he During a presentation to CALT students, Lt. Gen. Allen “Also, across the board, the amount of work that has gone was honored and humbled to stand before the first graduat- G. Peck, the Air University commander, told students they into this training has been phenomenal. Staff members re- ing class of CALT. were a “beta-test” for a program designed to educate them ceived the task as an additional duty but have treated it as “Our enemies can steal our technology, but they can’t steal in a format other than on-the-job training. if it were their primary jobs,” he said. “We have three more the experience and training these civilians are getting in this “You are part of about 40,000 resident students who come classes scheduled for the first parts of December, February course,” Mr. McDade said. “I would like to see the students to Air University every year to learn to be better leaders,” he and March, and it is a developmental process. We will tweak go through the course many times so when they come up said. “Leadership requires balance, and to be a good leader the course as we go along and adapt as needed.” against an adversary, they will be able to out-think them.”
U.S. Air Force photo/Jamie Pitcher Civilian Acculturation and Leadership Training student Jana Ramon assists fellow student Eric Chan during a physical problem- solving exercise Nov. 3 at Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. Students re- ceived two weeks of training at the Air Force Officer Training School.
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Stenner, Jr., Commander reserve forces is indistinguishable, and we of the Air Force Reserve, addressed the mem- are the benchmark service for the joint team bers of the 302nd Airlift Wing during a town hall meeting Nov. 12. on how to integrate the right way.” “I’m pleased to be out here seeing the peo- General Stenner acknowledged sacrifices ple that really are where the rubber meets the made by the families and civilian employers road,” said General Stenner. “The Airmen of of all reservists, as he ended his comments the 302nd are doing a wonderful job with thanking those in attendance. all of their missions, which are represented “Your game face is great; you are providing worldwide. “ The meeting was held at the Peterson what is asked of you. Now I need to work Consolidated Club, which was filled and deliver for you at the top by working the with more than 180 Airmen, Air Reserve issues that most affect you,” he said. Technicians, civilians and support staff The 302nd AW flies C-130 cargo aircraft, that make up the Reserve’s only airborne which can be equipped with special modu- fire fighting airlift wing. Col. James Muscatell, Jr. officiated and lar, slide-in Modular Airborne Fire Fighting said the wing is honored to host this unique System, or ‘MAFFS’ units allowing them to meeting with their “new leader,” General drop up to 3,000 gallons of retardant on wild Stenner. land fires. There are a total of eight MAFFS In his opening remarks to the group, the units used by the Air Force Reserve and general said that the Reserve is in “a period Air National Guard combined. The mili- of transition.” U.S. Air Force photo/Ann Skarban “The Air Force is tasked as a Total Force to tary MAFFS equipped aircraft are activated Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner, Jr., (right) jokes with Lt. Col. David Condit, 731st Airlift Squadron navigator, after a commit to fixing our top priority, the nuclear through U.S. Northern Command, based modular airborne firefighting system, or ‘MAFFS’ orientation flight Nov. 12 at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. enterprise mission,” the general said. “It is on an agreement with the Department of General Stenner, commander of the Air Force Reserve, visited the base to gain a better understanding of the the Secretary of the Air Force’s, (Michael Agriculture when the civilian fleet of air wing and its sister unit, the 310th Space Wing, based at Schriever AFB, Colo. Together with a demonstration Donley) number one priority for the Active, tankers is committed during periods of high flight, the general also held a question-and-answer session at the base’s club. The MAFFS system is used in Reserve and Guard components to collabo- wild land firefighting missions when called up to support state officials in the U.S. when all other firefighting fire activity. rate and execute the creation of the Global methods have been exhausted. Strike Command. Through various associa- General Stenner is a command pilot tions and working with our active and guard with more than 3,500 flying hours in the teammates we will need all of us to regain F-4 Phantom, A-10 Thunderbolt and F-16 total focus on the nuclear mission and gain Fighting Falcon. Mandatory reserve briefing for the credibility of our nation,” he added. General Stenner laid out the various stra- To see what questions members of the separating MeMbers tegic and short term goals that the Reserve 302nd AW asked of the general, visit our command is undertaking to improve and Web site at www.302aw.afrc.af.mil. A link address the concerns of the men and women will be available to the questions and the All military members separating within 180 days must call Master Sgt. who work under his new leadership. general’s answers soon. He said his immediate goal is to keep the Jennifer Tucker at 556-0151 for a mandatory out-processing briefing. Air Force Reserve on a steady course as it For more on this story and other news works with its active duty and Air National highlights, see the upcoming winter edition For a palace chase briefing, call Sergeant Tucker at 556-0151. Guard partners. of the Front Range Flyer online.
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U.S. Air Force photos/John Van Winkle Members of Peterson Air Force Base’s fire department compete at the World Championship Firefighter Combat Challenge Nov. 13. The firefighter challenge course requires team members to run through a variety of firefighting-related tests, including climbing a five-story tower while carrying a 45-pound pack, simulating a forced entry and rescuing a 175-pound “victim.” Teams usually must complete the course in less than two minutes to remain competitive. Members of the Peterson Firefighter Challenge team include Staff Sgts. Jimmy Welch, Joel Hammond, Nick Hall and Ryan Taylor and Senior Airmen John Dannen and Chris Ingle.
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The exhibit, which is dedicated to the his- “With this exhibit here on tory of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, hallowed ground, visited by features a history of the WASP. millions of people every year, we The exhibit includes the “WASP Film are finally telling your story in Strip,” an “Above and Beyond” tribute, a grand, grand fashion,” said Maj. 26-foot WASP Timeline, WASP standups, Nicole Malachowski, the first uniformed mannequins and hundreds of woman pilot on the Air Force photos. Also featured is a special tribute to Thunderbirds team. “Your ser- the 38 WASPs who lost their lives in service vice to our nation during a time of war is the stuff that legends to the United States, WASP memorabilia, a are made of. And, I think that celebration of their final battle for recogni- the legacy you leave me with tion, and a mosaic featuring the face of each is that, when you have dedica- WASP. tion, commitment and a desire During the grand opening ceremony, each to serve you can overcome tre- WASP in attendance took a minute to intro- mendous obstacles. Your ser- duce herself and share a few thoughts and vice to our nation in a critical words, which brought laughter, tears and time of history, actually to the smiles to fellow WASPs, family members, entire free world, is remarkable retired and current servicemembers who not because you are women, but gathered in the packed exhibit hall. it’s remarkable in its very own “Everybody remarks about how coura- right. geous we were ... but, we just had a great “You didn’t fly and serve your U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash time. It was fun! We hope the young women country because you are women, but because who are coming out now will have as much Mary Cox and Kris “Swan” Lent, World War II Women Airforce Service Pilots applaud a speaker while attending you had to overcome some attitudes and re- fun as we had,” said Doris Brinker Tanner, the “Fly Girls of World War II” exhibit which opened in their honor Nov. 14 at the Women in Military Service for strictions of the time, you managed to serve a WASP official. America Memorial in Arlington, Va. Approximately 25 WASPs attended the opening ceremony. WASPs were our country in spite of being women,” said One thousand seventy-four women earned the first U.S. military-trained women aviators in history. their wings during the WASP program, which the major who currently serves as a White began in 1942 and continued through 1944. House Fellow. “You had a dream and you proudly snapped pictures. exhibit,” Ms. Doyle said. 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Recreation and Leisure Events for December 2008 HOLIDAY HOURS — December 24 and 25; • SnoFest Lift tickets: Adult $47, Military members E1-E4 trips scheduled through April. Call ODR for details and $43, Child (12 and younger) $31. reservations, 556-4867. December 31 and January 1 • SnoFest Party tickets: Adult $16 Fri., $18 Sat., Child Dec. 6 — Tubing, $45 Aero Club, 556-4310 — Office closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. (5-12) $11 Fri./Sat. Dec. 7 — Dog Sledding, $90 Aquatic Center, 556-4608 — Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. • SnoFest Lodging: Make your reservations early by calling Dec. 13 — Beginner Ice Climbing, $35 Aragon Dining, 556-4180 — Open Dec. 25 and Jan. 1: Keystone Resort at 1-800-258-0437. Mention Peterson AFB brunch 6 a.m.-1 p.m. and supper 4:30-6 p.m. Dec. 13 — Snowshoeing, $35 and group code — GV7SNF. For lodging near Keystone, call Dec. 14 — Mountaineering, $50 Arts & Crafts, 556-1732 — Closes 1 p.m. Dec. 24; closed Colorado R&R, (719) 333-7367. Dec. 25. Closes 1 p.m. Dec. 31; closed Jan. 1. Jan. 3 — Beginner Ice Climbing, $35 Auto Hobby Center, 556-4481 — Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. Jan. 4 — Dog Sledding, $90 1. Jan. 4 — Snowmobiling, $160 Bowling Center, 556-4607 — Open 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 24. Jan. 10 — Snowshoeing, $35 Closed Dec. 25 and 26. Open 9 a.m-3 p.m. Dec. 31. Closed Jan. 17 — Backcountry Skiing, $40 Jan. 1. Open regular hours Jan. 2. Great overnight trips coming up — Sign up early! Call CDC, Annex & Main, A: 556-7460 and M: 554-9572 — ODR for details and reservations, 556-4867. Open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 24. Closed Dec. 25. Open 6:30 • Couples Ski Hut Weekend — Jan. 9-11 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 26. Closed Jan. 1. Two days and two nights in a secluded backcountry hut. Family Child Care, 556-4322 — Office closed Dec. 25 This will require a mild to moderate hike of three to six miles and Jan. 1. on showshoes, split boards or skis. Weekend will include time Fitness Center, 556-4462 — Closed Dec. 25; open 7 a.m.-7 to relax, take side hikes to find the hidden powder stashes, p.m. Dec. 26 (Family Day). Open 4:30-7 p.m. Dec. 31; open and spend time with your lobed one away from the stress 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Jan. 1. of everyday life. Price includes transportation, guides for ITT, 556-1760 — Closes 1 p.m. Dec. 24; closed Dec. 25. hikes, and great food and wine for all meals. Closes 1 p.m. Dec. 31; closed Jan. 1. Library, 556-7462 — Closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. • Ouray Ice Climbing — Jan. 16-18 Movie Night — No movies Dec. 24 or Dec. 31. Two days and two nights in historic Ouray, Colo. Enjoy Outdoor Recreation, 556-4867 — Open 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. ice climbing where you will learn to climb and have a ton Dec. 24. Closed Dec. 25. Open regular hours Dec. 31. Closed of fun. Must bring adequate clothing for cold temperatures Jan. 1. and all weather conditions. Price includes transportation, Pikes Peak Lodge, 556-7851 — Open 24/7. Photos courtesy of Peterson Outdoor Recreation lodging, food and ice equipment. Silver Spruce Golf Course, 556-7414 — Closing 1 p.m. • Couples Hot Springs and Ski Weekend — Feb. 6-8 Dec. 24; closed Dec. 25. Closing 1 p.m. Dec. 31; closed Jan. Two days and two nights in Pagosa Springs, Colo. A perfect 1. Visit www.petersonafbgolf.com. SNOFEST 2009 opportunity to reconnect or pay some extra attention to that The Club, 556-4181 — Closed Dec. 22-30. Open 7 p.m. SnoFest is January 30 — February 1, 2009, at Keystone special someone. All meals must be paid for at own expense. Dec. 31. Closed Jan. 1-4. Resort. The event features competitive ski and snowboard Price includes transportation, lodging, one day ticket to the Youth Center, 556-7220 — Open regular hours Dec. races, parties and other winter fun. Discounts on lodging hot springs, and one lift ticket to Wolf Creek Ski Area. and lift tickets make SnoFest an affordable winter vacation 24. Closed Dec. 25. Open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 26; Open • European Ski Trip — Feb. 13-21 getaway. Recreation closed. Open regular hours Dec. 31. Closed Jan. Seven days and seven nights into Switzerland, Germany 1. Hotel rooms, studios, and one-, two-, and three-bedroom condominiums are available now. For best rates and avail- and Austria for amazing skiing and/or boarding. You will ability, make your reservations early by calling Keystone have time to visit places off the slope. This trips is for anyone Movie Night with a passion for travel, European lifestyle, new languages, Due to the holidays, there will be no movies shown at the Resort at 1-800-258-0437. Mention Peterson AFB and group great food, beautiful mountain ranges, some of the world’s Base Auditorium Wed., Dec. 24, and Wed. Dec. 31. code — GV7SNF. For lodging near Keystone, call Colorado R&R, (719) 333-7367. best snow, and 7,000 feet of vertical descent on slopes 25 to Room for the Holidays Lift tickets and party tickets are on sale now at ITT, (719) 60 degrees. There is no minimum experience required. Price Have guests coming for the holidays and need an affordable 556-1760. Lift tickets are $47 for adults, $43 for military includes round trip airfare, train ticket, hotel lodging with place for them to stay? Don’t want to drive home after your members E1-E4, and $31 for children ages 5-12. Children breakfasts, and two lift tickets to ski areas. unit’s holiday party and need a place for the night? Choose younger than five ski for free. Liberty Passes offer unlimited Reserve your skis and snowboards early. Season rentals Pikes Peak Lodge. It’s friendly, clean, safe and affordable, skiing and ‘boarding at Keystone and Arapahoe Basin to include: Brand New! Season rentals on Thule Ski Racks, and has the best rates in town ($34.75 — $41.50/night). Why active duty, including Reservists and National Guard on skis, snowboards. Here are December dates you won’t want go anywhere else? Holiday reservations are available now active duty status and their immediate family members for to miss. through January 5, 2009. Reservations may be made 30 just $189/adult, $109 for ages 5-12. Ski and Snowboard Trips. Cost is $25 plus lift ticket; rental days in advance, and for one to 10 nights/reservation. Call Register now for NASTAR ski and snowboard races — equipment, $15. Trips leave about 6 a.m. and return about (719) 556-7851. free with the purchase of a SnoFest lift ticket. Races will be 6:30 p.m. For information and reservations, call ODR at held Fri., Jan. 30. Registration deadline is Thursday, January 556-4867. 22, 2009. Race registration forms are available online at SKI PASSES & SNOFEST TICKETS — On Sale Dec. 5 — Keystone www.21fss.com. Please fax your completed forms to (719) at ITT, 556-1760 556-7941; a scanned copy of the registration form may be Dec. 6 — Monarch It’s been snowing like crazy in the mountains. If you want emailed to [email protected]. Dec. 7 — Keystone to be ready for winter outdoor action, gear up at Outdoor Rec Don’t forget your party tickets! For Friday’s party, Get Dec. 12 — Monarch –556-4867, [email protected] — and Ready to Rumble, tickets are $16 for adults. For Saturday’s Dec. 13 — Copper get your ski passes at ITT, 556-1760. party, “The 1940s: A Decade to Remember,” tickets are $18 Dec. 14 — Monarch • Liberty Pass — No blackout dates. Season pass is for for adults. Children’s tickets are $11 for ages 5-12 each night; Dec. 19 — Monarch Keystone Resort and Arapahoe Basin; valid for active duty children age 4 and younger are free unless they occupy a Dec. 20 — Keystone military and their dependents ONLY. Adults $189, Child seat. Dec. 21 — Breckenridge (5-12) $109. The Cardboard Derby is perhaps one of the most popular Dec. 26 — Monarch • Loveland Pass — No blackout dates. Season pass for events of SnoFest. Build your racer at home or at the re- Dec. 27 — Breckenridge Loveland Ski Area plus free three days at Monarch Mountain sort. You may use cardboard, tape, paint, paper and rope. Dec. 28 — Monarch for active duty military and their dependents, Reservists, Whatever it looks like, the crowd will love it. For more in- and National Guard military personnel. Adult $99, Child formation, call ITT at 556-1760. AERO CLUB — 556-4310 $59 (6-14). • Welcome Flights are offered to any Peterson AFB new- • Patriot Pass — Unlimited skiing, no blackout dates. OUTDOOR RECREATION — 556-4867 or Good at Copper Mountain and Winter Park, with six days comer who has attended Right Start. They last about half at Steamboat Springs. For active duty military and retired 556-7753 an hour and cost $25. Call for details. military personnel ONLY; must show military ID. Adult Outdoor Recreation offers a variety of adventure — from • Introductory Private Pilot Training, $141, covers 1 hour $219, Child $129. those for general audiences to adventures created for the of basic ground instruction and 1 hour of actual flight time, • Rocky Mountain Super Pass — Unlimited skiing, no adventure elite. We can take you anywhere your heart desires log book and first endorsed hour of flight training. This- in blackout dates. Good at Copper Mountain and Winter Park. and your wallet will allow. Just give us a call and we can help troductory flight training will determine if the prospective For active duty military and retired military personnel ONLY; you plan your adventure come true. pilot likes flying and wants to enroll in the flight training must show military ID. Adult $199, Child $109. Adventure Day Trips — Sign up early! There are lots more program. Call for more information. Space Observer www.peterson.af.mil Thursday, November 20, 2008 13
AQUATIC CENTER — 556-4608 horse-drawn carriages, roasting chestnuts, and more. • Closing at 1 p.m. Dec. 31, New Year’s Eve; closed Jan. 1, The Peterson Aquatic Center is undergoing a several-phase Dec. 10 — Colorado Mills Mall, $5 (transportation), 8 New Year’s Day. renovation project that will include renovating the ladies’ a.m.-6 p.m. The holidays are getting closer. Take the day off and men’s locker rooms and the administrative offices. The and shop for great bargains with us. 19th Hole Grill — 556-4454 renovation will include upgrading all finishings, including Dec. 13 and Dec. 21 — “The Jersey Boys” — At the Buell • Burger Combo Meal — Have we got a deal for you! Buy new tile on the floors and walls, new fixtures, new lighting, Theatre in Denver, $95 tickets only, $118 for ticket and trans- six burger combo meals and get the seventh FREE! Ask for new benches, and making both locker rooms compliant with portation. See the 2006 Tony Award-winning Best Musical your burger combo punch card today. the Americans with Disabilities Act. All shower stalls will be about the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers, The Four Seasons. • The 19th Hole Grill is open 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday — wheel-chair accessible and the height of counter tops lowered. This is the story of how four blue-collar kids became one of Friday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Enjoy the The entire renovation project is expected to be completed by the greatest successes in pop music history. We will arrive food and savor the view! May, 2009. The Aquatic Center will be open as usual, with early to enjoy lunch at your choice of restaurants along the no disruption in service, during this renovation. For more 16th Street Mall, and then meet at the Buell Theatre for the THE CLUB — 556-4181 information, call 556-4608. 2 p.m. show. The Club’s Dinner & Entertainment Events in Dec. 17 — Manitou Springs, $5 (transportation), 9 a.m.-5 December: AUTO HOBBY — 556-4481 p.m., stroll by eclectic shops in historic Manitou Springs. Visit 1,4 — Football Frenzy. Begins 11 a.m. Sunday with break- Get $5 off all “Check Engine” code scan retrievals in an antique bazaar, the Dulcimer Shop, Pikes Peak Chocolate, fast buffet at 10:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members. 6:30 December at Auto Hobby Center. For an appointment, call and lots more — plus a variety of places to enjoy lunch. p.m. Monday and Thursday. 556-4481. Dec. 19 — Denver Nuggets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers, $30, 7, 21 — Sunday Brunch, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., first and third 5 p.m.-12 a.m. Sundays, $15.95 / $16.95 with champagne (members get $2 BOWLING CENTER — 556-4607 Dec. 20 — The Denver Zoo, $14 adult, $12 age 65+, $10 discount) • Sundays are Family Days. From 11 a.m.-5 p.m., fami- age 3-11, $5 age 2 and younger (transportation and ticket), 9 1,8,15,22 — Bingo Bonanza, 6 p.m. every Monday night. lies pay just $1 per game, $1 for shoes and 75 cents for hot a.m.-5 p.m. The Denver Zoo is home to nearly 4,000 animals Early birds start at 6 p.m.; regular session starts 6:30 p.m. dogs. representing more than 700 species. New $3,000 jackpot game, progressive games, and more. • Glow Bowling — Saturdays and Sundays, beginning Dec. 22 — Park Meadows Mall, $5 (transportation), 8:30 Bingo Buffet is $3; bar menu is available, too. at 7 p.m. a.m.-7 p.m. This is when retailers will really be slashing prices. 3,4,5 — All You Care to Eat Lunch Buffet, 11 a.m.-1:30 Come along and save on all the great bargains. p.m., $9.95 (members get $2 discount) CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER — 554-9572. Jan. 3 — Denver Nuggets vs. New Orleans Hornets, 4:30- 5 — Friday Night Dinner Special: Chicken Piccata, $14.95. 11 p.m. • Dec. 5 — Parents Night Out, $24. Offered at the CDC 5:30-8 p.m. Jan. 13 — Denver Nuggets vs. Dallas Mavericks, 4:30-11 Main, 554-9572. 5 — Live music with Skip Moore, 5-9 p.m., main lounge p.m. • Thru Dec. 12 — Teddy Bear Drive. The CDC, in partner- 7,8,11 — Football Frenzy. Begins 11 a.m. Sunday with ship with Child Care Connection, is asking parents to buy breakfast buffet at 10:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members. and help distribute Teddy Bears to the children at Penrose LIBRARY — 556-7462 6:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday. and Memorial hospitals’ cancer wards for the holiday season. Storytime every Wednesday at 10:15 a.m. 12 — Friday Night Dinner Special: Herb Crusted Prime Call the CDC-Main for details. Closed Dec. 25, Christmas Day, and Jan. 1, Rib, $16.95. 5:30-8 p.m. New Year’s Day. 10,11,12 — All You Care to Eat Lunch Buffet, 11 a.m.-1:30 FAMILY CHILD CARE — 556-4322 p.m., $9.95 (members get $2 discount) 11 — Pizza Buffet Night, $3 members, $5 non-members. Military spouses who are presently providing childcare or MOVIE NIGHT — 556-8383 5-7 p.m. who want to care for children other than their own for a total See movies galore on base… all for free! The popcorn and 12 — Live Music with Dick Cunico, 5-9 p.m., main of 10 hours or more per week must be licensed to do so in soda are free, too! See recent releases at the Base Auditorium, lounge. on-base quarters. To learn more about Family Child Care or next to the chapel. Films are shown Wednesdays at 7 p.m. 14,15,18 — Football Frenzy. Begins 11 a.m. Sunday with to sign up for the orientation class, please call 556-4322. and Saturdays at 1 and 7 p.m. For a schedule of upcom- breakfast buffet at 10:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members. Child Care for PCS — This program helps relieve some of ing movies — complete with synopses and ratings, go to 6:30 p.m. Monday and Thursday. the stress felt by families during a PCS move. The Air Force www.21fss.com and click on What’s Hot Now. 17 — Southern Style Lunch Buffet, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Aid Society will pay for up to 20 hours of child care per child 19 — Friday Night Dinner Special: 2-for-1 Prime Rib Buffet, in certified Family Child Care homes on base. It is open to NATIONAL DIGITAL ARTS FESTIVAL — $25 for 2 people. 5:30-8 p.m. all ranks if childcare is available. Families with PCS orders Continuing through April 2009 19 — Live music with Doug Hulstine, 5-9 p.m., main are eligible to receive a Child Care for PCS Certificate from The RP Lee Youth Center invites you to use your fine mind lounge. the Peterson Family Support Center for use within 60 days and your computer wizardry in the National Digital Arts 21 Special Holiday Brunch for Members, $17.95, Club of the family’s departure from or arrival at Peterson AFB Festival, which continues through April 2009. It’s perfect for members get $2 off. From 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. or Cheyenne Mountain AFS. Call the Relocation Assistance anyone with an ounce of creativity and technical ability in 21,22 — Football Frenzy. Begins 11 a.m. Sunday with Program at 556-6141 or the Family Child Care Office at any or all of these five areas: Music making, photo illustra- breakfast buffet at 10:30 a.m., $3 members, $6 non-members. 556-4322. tion, movie making and screenplay writing, Web design, 6:30 p.m. Monday. Become an Affiliated Child Care Provider — If you are and graphic design. 27 — UFC 92 — Live on PPV. Doors open 5 p.m. at Stripes retired active duty member or the spouse of an active duty or Based on a theme, youth will compose music, create photo Pub. retired active duty member, and if you are currently licensed illustrations, graphic designs or Web sites, write screenplays, 31 — New Year’s Eve Celebration, $45. Doors open 7 p.m.; by the State of Colorado to do childcare in your home, you or produce short films. Do one or do them all. dinner served at 7:30 p.m. Dinner, dancing, a champagne can become affiliated provider with Peterson AFB. Each festival operates on three levels: local, regional and toast at midnight, and a good luck breakfast offered at 12:15 Returning Home Care — This is free childcare and is to national. The Youth Center will host local festivals, choosing a.m. For reservations, call 574-4100. be used only after the deployed sponsor has returned. This one winner in each category from up to three age groups. Psst! — The Club’s annual Home Brew Fest is Friday, free childcare will be provided in extended duty home and Winners advance to a regional festival; winners of that round February 27. For more information, call 574-4100. is limited to no more than 16 hours per child and has to be advance to the national festival. used within 30 days of returned. A timeline of events and deadlines for the Digital Arts Extended Duty Care (EDC) — This provides services Festival is available at the RP Lee Youth Center. The National beyond the standard 50 hours of care that families are al- Digital Arts Festival is open to Youth Center members be- ready purchasing in child care programs on or off base. It is tween the ages of 9 and 18. For all the details and to register, designed to help a family that need more care because they call the RP Lee Youth Center at 556-7220. have to work longer hours, evenings, weekends, and or are experiencing a temporary shift change. EDC hours cannot RP LEE YOUTH CENTER — 556-7220 be used for substitute care if they are needed to support Dec. 5 — Boys Only Lock-in, $50. From 5 p.m. Friday, extended duty hours. Dec. 5, to 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6. Join us on a trip to see the Denver Nuggets play the Cleveland Cavaliers. FITNESS CENTER — 556-4462 Dec. 13 — Holiday shopping at the 16th Street Mall plus Dec. 17 — Intramural racquetball coaches meeting, 1 a stop at the Cheese Cake Factory (teens only), $10. 9 a.m.- UP TO p.m., Fitness Center. The season begins Jan. 5.. For more 6 p.m. information, call Mike at 556-7708. Dec. 24 — Open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. SAP; Open Recreation 5 YEARS Dec. 5 — Aerobic-A-Thon, 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Fitness Center, closed. NO INTEREST 556-4462. Dec. 25 — Christmas Day, closed. FOR MILITARY PERSONNEL Dec. 9-11 — Singles Racquetball Tournament, 5-8 p.m., Dec. 26 — Open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. SAP; Open Recreation See Sales Associate for Details Sign up by Dec. 4. Fitness Center. 556-4462. closed. Dec. 15 — Jingle Bell 5k/10k Run, 11:30 a.m., sign up by Dec. 27 — Closed. CHAPEL HILLS MALL | (719) 598-3900 race time. Fitness Center, 556-4462. Dec. 31 — Open 6:30 a.m.-1 p.m. SAP; Open Recreation closed. • Wheel & Tire LEISURE PROGRAMS with ITT — December Jan. 1 — New Year’s Day, closed. Packages Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT) now offers trips to Note: Summer camp registration begins March 16, • Bed Rugs interesting local and regional attractions. Most are day trips, 2009. but you’ll find an overnight trip on occasion. • Spray Liners Reservations must be made no later than five days in ad- SILVER SPRUCE GOLF COURSE — 556-7414 • Nerf Bars vance. Anyone age 15 or younger must be accompanied by Weekday and weekend tee times no longer required. If • Grill Guards an adult. For more information and reservations, please call you have questions, call the pro shop at 556-7414. If you 556-1760 or 556-1734. want to know what the weather is like on the golf course, Here is where we’re going in December. you can call the weather recording (556-7810) or visit www. Dec. 4 — Denver Nuggets vs. San Antonio Spurs, $30 petersonafbgolf.com. Temperature and weather are located (transportation and ticket), 5 p.m.-12 a.m. on the right side of the page. Any weather delays are noted Dec. 6 — Denver Parade of Lights, $10 (transportation), at the top of the homepage. 4-10 p.m. in downtown Denver. See the Civic Center light November: Silverado /Sierra Crew Cab Short Bed, 700 Series Ram Quad Cab, Model 100XQ up! We’ll go for soothing beverages after the parade and • Annual Holiday Sale, Nov. 28- noon on Dec. 24, save then return home. 10-20% off select merchandise (except balls and gloves). Military Discount — 5% off Dec. 7 — Georgetown’s Victorian Christmas Festival, $10 Free gift wrapping. 2400 Naegele Ave (transportation). Experience the 49th annual Christmas • Closing 1 p.m. Dec. 24; closed Dec. 25, Christmas 667-0053 West Hwy 24 at 25th Street Market: holiday shopping, Santa Lucia Children’s Procession, Day. Space Observer 14 Thursday, November 20, 2008 www.peterson.af.mil Eagle Vision lands at Peterson
U.S. Air Force photo by Duncan Wood Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander of Air Force Space Command, explains the command’s requirements to the Eagle Vision team. EV creator, James “Snake” Clark, (center) was on hand to brief the general on the system’s capabilities.
By Master Sgt. Kate Rust Col. Robert Wright, SIDC commander, hosted EV’s dem- and it would be a natural progression to integrate any DoD/ Air Force Space Command Public Affairs onstration at Peterson AFB. AFSPC-owned commercial satellites to its inventory. Even A Department of Defense Eagle Vision team demonstrated Eagle Vision utilizes FalconView, a Windows-based map- if a permanent ground station were acquired as part of a its capability here Nov. 9-14. ping system software that displays various types of maps and Theater Overhead Radar or BASIC-like architecture, by en- Eagle Vision is a family of deployable, commercial satel- geographically referenced overlays. This makes the Eagle abling Eagle Vision to down link the imagery as well, you’d lite ground stations that down link unclassified commercial Vision imagery available in a relational database, much like essentially be expanding the ground architecture by five times imagery data from Earth-orbiting satellites. Eagle Vision Google Earth. since there are five operational Eagle Vision units.” ground system operators — teams that usually run about “You click on an area on the map and get imagery related Eagle Vision commercial imagery is unclassified, making 12-15 people — can rapidly process that data into a variety to that area,” said Mr. Clark. “FalconView adds dimension it readily shareable/releasable to allies, coalition partners, of formats within 2-4 hours of collection. to the imagery Eagle Vision provides.” And that kind of emergency and first responders, non-DoD disaster response James “Snake” Clark is Eagle Vision’s creator. His full title data is critical to quickly assess battle damage and rapidly agencies, etc., unlike national (classified) assets. is Director of Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance changing environmental conditions. “Since we fight in a joint, combined and coalition environ- Innovations and Unmanned Aerial Systems Task Force, Military satellites such as those owned and operated by ment,” said Colonel Wright, “this shareability allows us to Deputy Chief of Staff, Intelligence, Surveillance and AFSPC are prioritized to the warfighter and national agen- fight as one team. Acquiring commercial imagery is much Reconnaissance, Headquarters Air Force. In a nutshell, he cies and often provide classified data to their customers. In cheaper and more affordable than building an exclusive runs the Eagle Vision program, the Predator, Reaper and contrast, Eagle Vision mainly supports disadvantaged user military system from the ground up to support our service Global Hawk task force, among other innovative programs. — those forward area warfighters and first responders who needs. By leveraging existing systems that are ‘good enough’ Day to day management of Eagle Vision is done by Jerry do not have immediate access to imagery servers, especially to meet warfighter requirements, we can save billions of Brooks, who’s been the Eagle Vision Director since 2000. during rapidly developing contingencies when timely, un- dollars.” The system is operated by four Air National Guard units classified imagery is required. Military and National system The Eagle Vision crew deployed to Peterson is from the and one active-duty unit, and has provided planning and mis- priorities and classification may prohibit such use. But that California Air National Guard and is commanded by Lt. Col. sion support to combat operations since 1994, including most doesn’t mean that AFSPC is at odds with Eagle Vision — Doug Hire. The California Air National Guard received the recently Operations Allied Force, Enduring Freedom, Iraqi quite the opposite. system in 2007 and quickly became immersed in providing Freedom as well as disaster relief support during Hurricane “AFSPC applications are numerous,” said Colonel Wright, imagery for numerous and persistent wild fires. This is their Katrina and the Pacific Tsunami in 2005, to name a few. “especially as the command pursues (potential) acquisition first deployment. “Part of the reason we deployed here (to Mr. Clark’s Directorate functions as the Air Staff’s in- of its own family of commercial satellites for military util- Peterson) was to show what we’re doing — to see if this is novation arm — much like the Space Innovation and ity,” he said. “Eagle Vision already provides direct down link a tool that Air Force Space Command wants to develop,” Development Center does for Air Force Space Command. capability for various types of commercial satellite sensors, said Mr. Clark.
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asking us to remove our rank or authority; it simply means that if we are — Staff Sgt. Wilbert Stewart, going to defend human dignity around the world, then we must respect 21st Force Support Squadron human dignity in our work places. We must exercise and enforce discipline and self-control. Throughout our career, we will encounter temptations. We must learn to control our appetites and not allow them to influence our decisions. As profession- als, we must refrain from fits of anger and self-pity by displaying control, “It stems from everything we do. It’s not confidence and optimism. just the work we do; it’s everything we do Finally, we must have faith in the system. We get caught up with the here and in the community. We want to hardships of the moment; these are the times we need to remember our strive to be the best.” mission. Our attitudes at every level are contagious and we must remain cognizant of our responsibility to each other. — Tech. Sgt. Francis Yeager, To serve is to give and the gift we offer is freedom. Service Before Self 21st Safety Office is an honorable commitment, and we must remain dedicated to its cause regardless of the personal price we pay. (Editor’s Note: This article is one of several highlighting the Air Force Space Command Year of Leadership and its focus on Core Values) Council addresses Airmen issues By Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski “Important decisions need to be made for the Air Force future.” Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs in a time of resource constraints,” Mr. McDade said. “Our In addition, the council members discussed how profes- WASHINGTON (AFNS) — Officials of the Force six panels report to the council about the issues and con- sional military education course curricula could be enhanced Management and Development Council recently met un- cerns around the Air Force so senior leaders are better in- to better develop Airmen. They approved improving educa- der its revitalized structure and is now better organized to formed to make appropriate and effective human resource tion on: address issues facing all Airmen — enlisted, officer and decisions.” — Nuclear mission responsibilities civilian. One of the primary concerns the council addresses is — Combating human trafficking The 27 senior leaders who make up the council have met education. While there are several leadership courses for — Addressing the media biannually since 2004, and in the most recent assembly, military Airmen, there aren’t as many opportunities for One of the other responsibilities of the council is to ex- the council made key decisions that will affect everyone in civilians, Mr. McDade said. amine expeditionary skills training and ensure that when the Air Force. “Civilians fill 60 percent of field grade officer equivalent Airmen deploy, they’re ready to contribute to the fight, Mr. “Force development is a strategic priority,” said Gen. assignments, more than ever before,” he said. “We need to McDade said. William M. Fraser III, the Air Force vice chief of staff. ensure those civilians are best prepared to be successful, “The oversight the FMDC provides will ensure that Airmen “Resources are tight and we need to be efficient, but I am not only for themselves, but for the people they supervise as are trained appropriately with the important skillsets they committed to ensuring we have this right. We need to make well. Air Force civilians need to be more than just technical need,” he said. “And if another organization wants to add to this group a feeder of information to four-star councils.” experts; they need to be leaders.” that development, the FMDC will help determine the who, The FMDC is administered by the Air Staff A1 Force The council, chaired by the vice chief of staff of the Air what, when, where, why and how to make that development Development Directorate, headed by Joseph M. McDade Force and including the chief master sergeant of the Air happen.” Jr.. Within the council are six panels: Force, also addressed officer and enlisted force concerns. With further council meetings, the FMDC will have the — Civilian Force Development “We need to think about the training needed for the people in the room to make necessary decisions for the fu- — Enlisted Force Development Airmen today, not training based on past requirements,” said ture of the Air Force. The next council meeting is scheduled — Officer Force Development Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley. for spring 2009. — Air Force Learning Committee “We should deliberately develop Airmen to operate in to- For more information on the council, click on the Force — Expeditionary Skills Senior Review Group day’s environment and prepare them for the mission-critical Management and Development Council link on the Air — Nuclear Enterprise Advisory Panel leadership and followership roles they will be filling in their Force Portal.
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Joy Josephson Maj. Matthew Domsalla, flying an A-10C Thunderbolt II Nov. 5, makes the first ever drop of a Laser Joint Direct Attack Munition, or LJDAM, from an A-10. This specialties and officially represent senior lead- test proved a successful integration of the munition with the A-10, allowing for an outstanding precision targeting capability that will help Air Force aircrews ers when dealing with the defense ministries continue to provide effective air support to coalition ground troops. Major Domsalla is with the 40th Flight Test Squadron at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. of host countries. They build and sustain key international relationships that support the By Master Sgt. Joy Josephson demonstrate that the GBU-54 can successfully be integrated and Department of Defense’s global operations. 46th Test Wing dropped from the A-10C.” An operations background, foreign lan- EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (AFNS) — The A-10 Thunderbolt Maj. Matthew Domsalla piloted the historic mission. He’s been guage skills and experience in the region are II, nicknamed the Warthog and known for its close-air support su- flying the A-10 for more than eight years and knows that this added all highly desired for attache positions. periority and the ability to carry large and varied ordnance, is now capability will make the A-10C even more lethal and more valuable Eligible applicants must: to warfighters needing some firepower assistance. on its way to delivering a new capability to the warfighter. • be released from their functional manager A pilot from the 40th Flight Test Squadron at Eglin Air Force “The LJDAM provides the pilot the ability to update the targeting Base, Fla., with support from people with the 46th Test Wing, Boeing if the target moves while the weapon is in flight,” he said. to compete for an assignment. and a host of other units, flew a quick yet historic mission early in The A-10C has already demonstrated tremendous capability in • take or have taken the Defense Language November. For the first time, a guided bomb unit-54, the Laser Joint supporting the war on terrorism. According to Lt. Col. Evan Dertien, Aptitude Battery Test. Direct Attack Munition, or LJDAM, was dropped from an A-10C. the 40th Flight Test Squadron commander, putting this bomb on • be a U.S. citizen with all immediate family “There is a strong need to destroy moving targets in the AOR,” the aircraft “will give the A-10 an outstanding precision targeting members (parents, siblings, spouse and capability that will help the Air Force continue to provide precision said Capt. Kirt Cassell, the lead A-10C flight test engineer. “The Laser children) all U.S. citizens as well. JDAM has shown to be very effective at destroying moving targets engagement.” on other (aircraft) and Air Combat Command (officials) wanted to And while making Air Force history is a great feeling for the Officers selected for an interview will be bring that capability to the A-10C for an upcoming deployment.” 40th team, Colonel Dertien says the rewards of a successful test notified by Jan. 31. Captain Cassell and team members from the 40th FTS began are more far reaching. For more details on attache assignments and planning this test mission in early October. That’s a short timeline “When the weapons are proven in combat and you get feedback a job summary, or to request an application, for a test mission, according to Captain Cassell. Plus, the team was from the deployed flying units that a capability worked as expected visit the Air Force Personnel Center’s “Ask” challenged with ensuring the LJDAM worked correctly. To do this, and made a difference in the fight, that’s the big payoff,” he said. Web site. In the search function, type “inter- the plan was to drop the bomb on a GPS target and then lase the The next step for the A-10C and LJDAM is to undergo operational weapon to another target downrange. tests to develop tactics and techniques for employing the weapon. If national affairs specialist” and click on the “The test was very successful!” Captain Cassell said. “The weapon those tests prove to go as well as the first, Eglin’s test team may have International Affairs Specialist Assignments functioned properly and released successfully, impacting the target their feedback as early as January. The goal is to have this new preci- link. For more information, call the 24-hour almost exactly where the laser spot was located. We were able to sion capability deployed to the area of operations by early 2009. Air Force Contact Center at 800-616-3775.
The security forces team is responsible for conducting unexploded ordinances sweeps Defenders: and establishing cordons. When responding to an attack, the security From page 1 forces members fall back on their training to keep the servicemembers safe, and they Perhaps the biggest difference is respond- believe in the importance of their mission. Little People, Big Smiles ing to rocket and mortar attacks. “My biggest concern is the safety of the Airmen deployed here,” said Tech. Sgt. James Technology with a Caring Touch After a rocket attack, the team works Layton, 755th ESFS Force Protection. “We Specialized treatment planning for all ages with International Military Police Forces Treatment under conscious sedation and general-anesthesia were sent here to do a job ... if we did not have Treatment under conscious sedation and general-anesthesia to coordinate a response, said Sgt. Layton, law and order on the base, things would get Digital radiography for pinpoint treatment plans and reducedreduced radiationradiation exposureexposure Jeff Kahl, DDS deployed from MacDill Air Force Base, Fla. pretty crazy around here.” Parents can stay with children during treatment Derek Kirkham, DDS DeltaDelta Dental, Dental, Tri Care Tri Care Dental, Dental, United United Concordia, Concordia Cigna and Care Credit plans accepted Committed to our appearance. I hope senior officers notice Healthy Smiles are your children’s us as well and believe we have a professional Excellence: force that takes pride in our image. Beary Special oral health! With all of our professionalism, our civil- From page 1 ian neighbors will notice us too. Hopefully Welcoming New Patients reach for my back up. our professional conduct and appearance I hope my concern for personal excellence will enhance their belief we are a force that 9480 Briar Village Point, Suite 301 • (719) 522-0123 will rub off on him. I hope young Airmen takes pride in our appearance, our conduct will see those of us who emulate excellence in and our country. Excellence in all we do! Space Observer www.peterson.af.mil Thursday, November 20, 2008 17 Wounded Warriors look for second chances By April Rowden His parents were told to expect the worst. want, don’t sugar coat it. If you want to stay in the Air Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs Barely 18 months later, thanks in part to modern medical Force, just tell them.” RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — In less than science and the medical teams attending the 29-year-old, And keeping these highly-trained, well-qualified Airmen five seconds, the security forces Airman went from being this wounded warrior is shouting out commands again. On part of the active-duty family is a priority for the Air able to shout out commands that could save lives to not Nov. 5, Sergeant Lilley graduated from the basic instructor being able to speak above a whisper. course at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. He will soon be Force. When an explosive force projectile struck Staff Sgt. Scott assigned to the 343rd Training Squadron at Lackland AFB “We make every effort to retain our wounded Airmen, Lilley’s Humvee on April 15, 2007, shrapnel smaller than the to teach at the security forces instructor school. sometimes with a limited duty assignment in their current size of a BB pellet lodged in his brain, damaging that portion Sergeant Lilley is one of many wounded warriors find- career field, and sometimes it may involve retraining,” said responsible for motor skills and voice projection. ing themselves a new niche in the Air Force following a Art Myers, Director of Air Force Services. “The bottom line He lapsed into a coma. He lost all memory from two days war-related injury. is our wounded Airmen warriors have valuable experience before the attack until later that August. He had at least “It’s frustrating when you can’t do your old job,” said four aneurisms — two severe. The doctors repeatedly took Sergeant Lilley. “But when it comes time to tell (your chain to share with their fellow Airmen and it’s important that off a portion of his skull so his brain could swell and heal. of command and the medical evaluation board) what you experience be leveraged for the benefit of the Air Force.” Senior Airman Duane Dunlap is hoping to be part of that leverage. Growing tomorrow’s leaders…today Airman Dunlap was on patrol in Iraq on June 15, 2007, when an improvised explosive device detonated, followed Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. digital world we live in. There’s no substitute by small arms fire. He suffered third degree burns to his Todd Small for getting off your butt and getting out Air Force Space Command Command Chief there, face-to-face, human-to-human. left hand and 13 gunshot wounds to his face and lower Master Sergeant Contact, that’s leadership.” extremities. Today, communica- Amen, General. Today, he’s still being treated for his injuries, including tions move at the speed of Today, the need to get light, skipping across en- out there, talk to and get to complete nerve damage to his left leg. He uses a cane to get tire hemispheres in mere know those you’re charged from place to place. But he knows what he wants. seconds. with leading — including “I want to stay in the Air Force and finish my career,” said Today, owing to the their concerns as well as the 23-year-old security forces member. And he’s willing magical manipulation of their innovative ideas — is “1s” and “0s”, each of us is as relevant as it ever was and to exchange the Defensor Fortis flash for the scrubs of a just a few mouse clicks away from nearly perhaps more so than ever. So, loosen physical therapist, if that’s what it takes. instantaneous access to digitized versions the death-grip on your computer mouse, Although neither one recalls their initial medical of the greatest works of art, literature and pry yourself away from your keyboard, step science. outside your office, and spend some time with treatment, both Sergeant Lilley and Airman Dunlap Today, unlike any other time in the annals of military those around you. It’s this sort of involvement that’s at the said the medical care they’ve received has exceeded their history, a young two-striper has an immediate and unfet- heart of our Year of Leadership effort within Air Force expectations. tered ability to directly present his or her views (good, bad, Space Command. or indifferent) to the most senior leaders of our military... Today, if you do this one simple thing — spend time “(My medical care) has been the best I could ask for or all through the advent of something called “e-mail.” with your people — you, your organization, and our Air be given,” Sergeant Lilly said. “It’s been excellent. The right Today, I can (and do) use a small, portable electronic Force will benefit. Get out there, take a walk with your people and the right equipment was where it needed to be device that keeps all my e-mail, contacts, projects, tasks Airmen. Listen to them. Learn from them! Why? Because, at the right time.” and calendar items neatly packaged and accessible no it’s this interaction, this mentoring that is essential to the matter where I am — at work, on the flight line, in the development of well-rounded, professional and capable Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates declared November chow line, or at my home. future leaders. That’s something e-mail can’t and won’t as Warrior Care Month. During the month, the Department Today, despite all the great advantages offered by the do. As Gen. C. Robert Kehler, AFSPC commander, has of Defense-wide campaign continues to focus on the pro- globally interconnected network of digital information said, it’s this kind of principled and involved leadership processing devices, one thing remains absolutely certain: that “...has made this command and our Air Force the grams and initiatives provided through the Warrior Care technology is no substitute for face-to-face communication world’s strongest, toughest and smartest air, space and programs, as well as highlight the personal sacrifices make and interaction between leaders and those they lead. cyberspace force.” in the defense of our nation. Today, the more time we spend weaving our way through Today and tomorrow, the hallmark of our success is not “cc’d” copies of “cc’d” copies of e-mail; the more time we the final tally of e-mails sent and received, but rather the For more information on the Air Force Survivor Assistance spend authoring “War and Peace”-sized e-mails; means the character and competence of those Airmen who follow program, visit http://survivorassistance.afsv.af.mil. For in- less time we have for direct interaction. Gen. John Jumper, in our footsteps. formation on the Air Force Wounded Warrior program, go former Air Force Chief of Staff, had it absolutely right when (Editor’s Note: This article is one of several highlighting to www.woundedwarrior.af.mil, call 800-581-9437, or send he reminded us that, “Leadership is an analog skill in this the Air Force Space Command Year of Leadership) an e-mail to [email protected]. Give blood. Save lives.
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