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Thursday, August 26, 2004 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Vol. 48 No. 34

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Inside This Issue: Blotter ... 9 At Your Service ... 12 Straight Talk Line 556-9154 SPACE OBSERVER 2 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 From the top Act maintains healthcare privacy By Lt. Col. Mark S. White health data while permitting the flow of other things, the HIPAA Privacy Rule Privacy Practices” from each civilian 21st Medical Support Squadron, Commander information necessary to provide high- gives patients the right to: access, provider you see and the MHS. This quality care. review and obtain a copy of their pro- notice explains how the provider will Hopefully, by now, you have heard Healthcare providers of all kinds tected health information (any data that safeguard patient information and of the Health Insurance Portability and (doctors, dentists, pharmacies, etc.) could identify the patient, together with details patient rights. Accountability Act. Former President need to keep thorough patient records. health information about that patient); The MHS mailed approximately 5 Bill Clinton signed the act into law in However, because much of the informa- request an accounting of the disclosures million “MHS Notice of Privacy August 1996. It provides protection for tion contained in patient records is per- of their PHI; change inaccurate or Practices” to active duty and retired healthcare consumers including provi- sonal, the HIPAA Privacy Rule helps incomplete PHI; request communica- military sponsors and their families sions for health insurance portability; ensure the protection and privacy of that tion about their PHI take place by alter- between December 2002 and March fraud and abuse control; and administra- information. Among others, it applies to native means or in an alternative loca- 2003. If you have not received a notice, tive simplification requirements. The health plans and healthcare providers, tion; and restrict the use and disclosure stop by the 21st Medical Group Family portability provision received most of like the 21st Medical Group, who trans- of their PHI. Practice, Pediatrics or Aerospace the attention in 1996. However, for ben- mit information electronically for such The HIPAA also requires Medicine clinics. The notice is eficiaries of the Military Health System, purposes as claims, eligibility verifica- providers and health plans to make also available at www.tricare.osd. the privacy rule has an even bigger tion and referral/authorization requests. patients aware of their enhanced privacy mil/hipaa by selecting “HIPAA & TRI- impact. It became effective on April 14, Providers and health plans must follow rights under this new law. So, you CARE” from the left menu and 2003, and is designed to protect patient specific privacy regulations. Among should receive a written “Notice of choosing “Privacy.” Prep, base agencies hold keys to deployment success By Col. Greg Augst home station. The experienced staff has spent time putting 66th Air Base Wing vice commander Annual physicals help ensure you are in the best together great packets of information and advice possible condition before you deploy. Living and on how to prepare yourself and your family when , Mass. – working in environments with poor sanitation, you deploy. As you read this, some of your fellow Airmen are temperature variations and remote medical care Things like yard maintenance, pet care and bills 6,000 miles from home defending our country on the requires Airmen to be physically prepared to handle need to be resolved before you deploy – you can’t be front lines. adverse situations. worrying about what is going on thousands of miles Do you think they were prepared to go when they Combat arms training on an M-9 pistol or an M- away, when you’ve got an important job to do. Use the left? Would you be? 16 rifle is essential when Airmen deploy to locations resources provided at home station to assist you; they Many people have deployed or are preparing to where they will need to know how to safely operate a will make life much easier when you’re away. deploy and serve the Air Force around the globe as part weapon. Just because you aren’t in the security forces, The legal office staff also will ensure you are of air and space expeditionary forces. No matter where doesn’t mean you won’t be responsible for a weapon in fully prepared for personal contingencies when you we are stationed, or what we do, deployments are a a deployed location. deploy. Be proactive; use their resources to draft wills necessary way of life for Airmen. Mobility bags are a must for Airmen who deploy and powers of attorney before a deployment. We all know it’s possible to deploy to remote because austere locations do not come with a base Finally, life insurance and personal data forms locations on short notice, but are you ready if you get exchange or a department store to replenish supplies. are more important than ever while deployed. Take called today? As Airmen, we are required to be pre- The lists of required equipment were compiled by care of your loved ones and update these forms regu- pared to go, anytime, anywhere. many people who deploy regularly and know what larly. Significant life changes occur frequently. We Deployments are a part of our lives. Now they are items would be needed. must update these important archives of information to more important than ever. We are defending freedom Think through what your deployment will mean ensure correct data is reflected. around the globe. We are called to support our fellow for your family and how it will affect your finances If you’re not around to ensure your wishes are Airmen when our turn comes to replace them overseas. while you are away. Get to know the family support respected, you must communicate these through Preparation is the key to having a successful center staff – they are the experts in personal and Servicemen’s Group Life Insurance and the record of deployment. I always found that if I was prepared from family readiness. They always have good things emergency data. the onset, deployments were much easier. I could help to make your deployment easier; from calling cards to Now is the time for each of us to assess our readi- my commanders and subordinates achieve mission car care for a spouse, the center is your source for ness. Waiting until you are tapped for a deployment is success when everyone was focused 100 percent on personal support. too late, prepare now. the job at hand. The center’s staff also can help you plan for the We are the world’s most lethal Air Force and we Ensure you and your family are ready financial aspects of deployments. The bills will not are the best because of our first-rate training and readi- for deployments. There is a lot of necessary stop just because you’re deployed, so make sure you ness. Keep our Air Force strong and do your part to training you must complete before deploying to ensure have a plan and the means of covering expenses, ensure a successful deployment. you are effectively prepared for operations away from checkbooks and credit cards. (Courtesy of Air Force Print News) A Moment in Time ! Aug. 22, 1923 – The Barling Bomber made its initial flight. Published by Gowdy Printcraft, 22 N. Sierra Madre, Colorado Springs, 80903, a private firm in no way con- nected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the 21st Space Wing. This commercial enterprise 21st Space Wing ! Aug. 23, 1954 – The YC-130 Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Commander Hercules made its maiden flight from Contents of the Space Observer are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Brig. Gen. Richard E. Webber Lockheed Air Terminal, Burbank, Calif. the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force. ! Aug. 23, 1990 – The 89th The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorse- Chief of Public Affairs ment by DOD, the Department of the Air Force, or Gowdy Printcraft, of the products or services advertised. Everything Capt. Amy Sufak Military Airlift Wing receives the advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, reli- Editorial Staff first of two Boeing VC-25A presiden- gion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of Editor tial transport aircraft at Andrews AFB, the purchaser, user or patron. Md. The VC-25A is a modified 747- Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Office, 775 Loring Staff Sgt. Denise Johnson Ave., Suite 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294. All photographs are Air Force photographs unless otherwise indi- Assistant Editor 200B commercial transport that cated. Senior Airman replaces the VC-137C. The Space Observer is published every Thursday. For advertising inquiries, call Gowdy Printcraft, (719) 634- Shawn Clements ! Aug. 25, 1966 – The first class of 1593. Employees of Peterson Air Force Base who want to place a free classified advertisement should call 556-5241. Staff Writer German air force student pilots enters Articles for the Space Observer should be submitted to the 21st SW/PAI, Attn: Space Observer, 775 Loring Airman Mandy Weightman training at Sheppard AFB, Texas. The Ave., Ste. 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294 or e-mail [email protected]. Deadline for submission is 4:30 p.m. the Thursday one week before publication. All articles, copy and announcements submitted will be edited Layout and Design school will provide 212 pilots per year to conform to AFI Series 35 and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual. For details, call the editor at (719) Kara Magana with training similar to that received by 556-4351 or DSN 834-4351. U.S. Air Force pilots. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 3 www.peterson.af.mil News California, Colorado – a little bit closer By Airman Mandy Weightman 21st Space Wing Public Affairs

The 21st Space Wing hosted a Civic Leader Tour here Aug. 18 and 19. Thirty-five community leaders from the Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., area attended, along with seven escorts from the base. “Commanders host civic leader tours to increase U.S. citizens’ awareness and understanding of the Air Force’s role in national securi- ty by inviting groups of community leaders to witness the Air Force mission in action at Air Force installations,”said Capt. Amy Sufak, 21st Space Wing Public Affairs chief. During the two-day visit, the guests were given a tour of the U.S. Air Force Academy, which involved visits with cadets during a lunch in Mitchell dining hall; toured Schriever AFB, where they spoke with members of the 2nd and 3rd Special Operations Squadrons; and received mission briefings from Air Force Space Command, the 21st SW and 50th SW. They witnessed the many operations run by the 50th SW, and learned how the missions there work firsthand. The tour also allowed the visitors to meet the community leaders from Colorado Springs and Denver. The local community leaders attended a dinner with the visitors Wednesday night at the Peterson Officers Club to welcome them to the area. “I was extremely impressed with the technical capabilities of the young people in the Air Force,” said Colin Stephens, one of the visit- ing civic leaders who owns and operates a private engineering school in Santa Barbara, Calif. “It is so good for our country that we have an organization to train and equip people with the type of technology space operations need.” However, space command wasn’t the only command they were able to experience. After their flights aboard an Air Mobility KC-10 exposed them to the Air Force’s global reach. At Nellis AFB, Nev., they learned about about . “These tours are tremendous things,” said Gar Anneler, chairman of the Military Affairs Council of the Chamber of Commerce in Colorado Springs. “I have been involved with and close to the military for a long time. Photo by Rob Bussard On tours I’ve taken, I’ve learned and seen things I’d never known Civic leaders from the Vandenberg AFB area arrive at Peterson early Aug. 12 to kick off or seen before.” their tour of local Air Force installations. Armed Forces Voters Week to boost awareness By Airman Mandy Weightman voters week,” said Maj. Jeffrey Pruitt, the Installation “Voting assistance has been more passive in the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Voting Assistance Officer for Peterson Air Force Base past,” he added. “Now we are becoming more active.” and Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station. “We plan The Air Force leads the Armed Forces voters. In To aid military members in registering to vote, to have two or three voting assistance counselors the 2000 general election, 76 percent of registered Air Armed Forces Voters Week will take place Sept. 3 working in shifts during the peak hours at each area. Force voters participated, compared to 69 percent of through Sept. 11. They will be there to provide guidance, answer any military voters overall. According to an Armed Forces The week was designated by the Secretary of questions people might have and help them fill out Voters Week website, the goal for the voting assistance Defense as the last safe chance for registration. applications for registration.” counselors is to attain 100-percent contact and deliv- According to the Armed Forces Voters Week website, Registering to vote is very simple, Major Pruitt ery of registration cards to all military members. the available ways to register are through submission said. A Federal Post Card Application is filled out with “Our primary audience is active-duty military, of a Federal Post Card Application, Standard Form 76, information required by the person’s state of residence. but we are here to help civilians and dependents, too. a request for registration or an absentee ballot. Once a person has the information, it takes less than 10 We encourage all eligible citizens to exercise their “We will have voting assistance counselors in minutes to fill the card out, he said. Then they mail the right to vote.” Major Pruitt said. places such as the Commissary, Base Exchange, the card to the county clerk or registrar and soon after For more information, visit the “voters info” link clinic and other high-traffic areas on Peterson during should receive an absentee ballot. at petecentral.peterson.af.mil. New leadership course for chiefs in final development ,By Jon Sladek senior leaders more than a year the wing-level and above. More chiefs with vastly diverse work “This course will help develop Air University Public Affairs ago. than 46 active-duty, Guard and histories and career fields to those leaders.” “This course is not a Reserve chiefs will arrive here attend the initial run, then assist While countless people MAXWELL AIR FORCE repeat of any other level of for a workshop to assist in the in perfecting the course with provided assistance and input BASE, Ala. – Although the PME,” said Chief Master Sgt. final stages of development for critiques and constructive feed- for course development, none transition to chief master ser- David Andrews, Air Force the course. back,” Chief Andrews said. were more instrumental than geant may not be seamless, Senior NCO Academy The chiefs, representing The chief said one course those assigned to the College a new course will aim commandant. “For the first every major command, will objective is teaching attendees for Enlisted PME, Chief at eliminating some of time, we will focus on provide feedback as subject- how to effectively communi- Andrews said. the obstacles newly promoted the strategic level of leadership matter experts. cate with their audiences and The college worked fever- chiefs may encounter. for enlisted personnel.” The workshop is designed how to deal with the media. ishly from October 2003 The Chief Master “This course accurately to mirror the actual eight-aca- “These are things chiefs to June 2004 to complete Sergeant Leadership Course, reflects that there is more demic-day course, which will used to have to learn through lesson plans and course objec- developed at the Air Force growth and development to be include having the chiefs sit in the school of hard knocks. tives, he added. Senior NCO Academy at near- done once a person makes chief the same classes future students Now, they will be better pre- The first class tentatively by Gunter Annex, becomes the master sergeant,” said Chief will attend. pared,” Chief Andrews said. is scheduled for February 2005; fourth level of professional mil- Master Sgt. of the Air Force “Rather than bring in a “Our Airmen today attendees will come from the itary education for enlisted Gerald R. Murray. bunch of new chiefs (for the deserve the absolutely best November chief’s promotion Airmen. The course was an Everything the chiefs first class), we asked the Air leadership (we) can give release. (Courtesy of Air Force idea generated by Air Force learn, will deal with issues at Force to send us experienced them,” Chief Murray said. Print News) SPACE OBSERVER 4 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 Feature

Los Angeles detachment calls New Airman’s Pete ‘home away from home’ Manual hits the streets By Airman Mandy Weightman so different. They are very complex.” More than 675,000 copies of the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs The detachment works hand-in-hand with new Air Force Manual 10-100, the Military Satellite Command to ensure com- Airman’s Manual have been dis- Almost 2,500 people go to work each pletion of their missions. tributed. Every Airman will receive week in the building known as the “Taj Mahal.” “MILSATCOM is a very important a copy. The new version is weath- Inside that massive building are the mili- part of our team. It is fundamental,” erproof, tear-resistant and fits in tary members, civilians and contractors of Captain Harris said. Photo by Master Sgt. the battle dress uniform’s cargo Jim Varhegyi Detachment 11. The Detachment is made up of Although the people of Det. 11 have very pockets. 107 military members, 216 civilians and about different jobs, the camaraderie between sections 2000 contractors, some of which are geographi- and with Det. 5, also at Peterson AFB, makes up cally separated from the unit. They are a detach- what they like to call “Team Colorado,” ment from Los Angeles Air Force Station. explained Captain Harris. Association recognizes Although the detachment is broken down “We feel like a unit in Team Pete. We into many divisions, its overall mission is to sus- have a strong tie with our host base and are superior performers tain and improve space weapons systems in excited to be a part of such a great team,” partnership with their customers and suppliers. Captain Harris said. The feel of the detachment The following Team Pete Civilian of the Year (Category I) This includes a wide range of jobs such as sus- is also one of family, he added. members received awards at the Janet McCollum, Air Force taining satellite ground terminals to working “Whether it is a time of joy or tragedy, the Colorado Air Force Association Space Command Headquarters with the space-based infrared system. detachment pulls together to celebrate or com- State Convention held Friday in Civilian of the Year (Category II) “From a sustaining perspective, we are fort,” said Diane Munk, a logistics management Denver: Frank Montone, 21st CES ensuring the space system operators and launch specialist. She handles contract management for NCO of the Year The following Team Pete wings’ systems are functioning so they can com- the Det. 11 Global Positioning System section. Tech. Sgt. Ronald Meyers, members were also recognized plete their missions,” said 1st Lt. Scott Evens, The detachment leadership enforces career 21st Civil Engineering Squadron during the ceremony: deputy chief of the readiness support branch broadening and encourages extra training for Reserve Airman of the Year Captain Grant Hargrove, for Det. 11. their people, Mrs. Munk said. Senior Airman Dawn 721st Security Forces Squadron, He describes Det. 11 as a one-stop shop “They make it fun.” Wilson, 7th Space Operations Senior Airman Dawn Bogardus, for the reporting of maintenance and upkeep of Being part of the team that won the U.S. Squadron 21st Space Communications space systems throughout the command. Air Force Maintenance Effectiveness Award for Reserve NCO of the Year Squadron, Senior Master Sgt. Members of Det. 11 seem to have a firm sense a Large Depot in 2003 can be attributed in part Tech. Sgt. Louise Michael Zirkle, AFSPC HQ, 2nd of mission accomplishment. to the attitude and dynamics of our work envi- Rasmussen, 302nd Mission Lt. Joan Yarrell, 302nd Mission “Each area of the detachment has some- ronment said Shiona Ward, Chief of acquisition Support Flight Support Flight, Senior Airman thing different to maintain,” said Capt. Bill and sustainment support branch for Det. 11. Reserve Senior NCO Glenn Guba, 302nd SFS, Harris, the deputy division chief of narrow band “The Det. has such a wonderful work envi- of the Year Master Sgt. Eric Denke, 302nd and wide band programs for Military Satellite ronment, I love to come to work here everyday,” Master Sgt. Jonathan SFS, and Roberta McCoy, Command’s sustainment office. “Each system is Mrs. Munk said. Demboski, 7th SOPS AFSPC HQ. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 5 www.peterson.af.mil News Briefs MEDICAL GROUP MAKES FITNESS CENTER COLLECTS FAMILY SUPPORT CENTER ANNOUNCEMENTS SCHOOL SUPPLIES OFFERS CLASSES The Peterson Clinic will be closed from 7:30 The Peterson Fitness and Sports Center will be The following classes are held in the Family a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Sept. 23 and Oct. 28. collecting school supply donations for the 2004-2005 Support Center classroom, 135 Dover Street, Bldg. Members of the Health Consumers Advisory school year until Tuesday. There are lists of supplies 350, Room 1016, unless otherwise specified. Council remind everyone of the 21st Space Wing pol- needed at the front desk of the center. For more infor- Registration is required for all classes. To register, icy that children, 8 years old or less, may not be left mation, call 556-1515. please call the Family Support Center at 556-6141 or unsupervised on base at any time. This also applies to WING NEEDS VOLUNTEERS TO stop by the FSC. visits to the 21st Medical Group. The Medical Group CAREER MARKETING – From 8 a.m. to noon has no capabilities to supervise children. Parents must PLAN NCO WORKSHOP today, a workshop on conducting an effective job plan appropriately, or reschedule visits, when they are Volunteers are needed to organize the 21st Space search, writing a competitive resume and interviewing unable to supervise their children. Wing Noncommissioned Officer Workshop planned effectively for a job. Offered once a month. for Sept. 16 through 17. For more information or to ESTATE PLANNING – From 11 a.m. to 12:30 ASSOCIATION LOOKS volunteer, call Staff Sgt. Leticia Johnson at 556-1341 p.m. today, learn how to estimate estate value and plan FOR VOLUNTEERS or e-mail [email protected]. for future business, personal and health-care needs. The Noncommissioned Officer Association PIKES PEAK ROAD RUNNERS This seminar provides an estate planning sampler, as needs volunteers to help sell seatbacks and programs well as information on disability planning, powers of during the U.S. Air Force Academy football season. To OFFER MILITARY DISCOUNT attorney, living will, long-term care and death taxes. view the football schedule, visit www.airforcesports The Pikes Peak Road Runners offer a $10 dis- The presenter is attorney Skip Morgan. Offered every .com. For more information, call Master Sgt. Bill count for any entries for the Discovery Trail Marathon other month. Gardner at 554-2745 or e-mail william.gardner or Half-Marathon for all active-duty military and their SMALL BUSINESS SEMINAR – From 8 a.m. @peterson.af.mil. dependents in the Pikes Peak region. Entries must be to 12 p.m. Friday. This seminar includes data on received before Friday. For more information, visit SECURITY FORCES, developing business, marketing and financial plans www.pprrun.org. for starting a small business. There will be a $15 CSPD CRACKDOWN CIVIL ENGINEERS ANNOUNCE fee per person for materials. Conducted and During peak traffic offered every three months by the Service Core of hours in the morning, there POWER OUTAGES Retired Executives. Electrical power outages in select military fami- are vehicles coming off of READINESS BRIEFING – From 11 a.m. to 12 ly housing units are scheduled through Sept. 2. Platte Avenue onto the p.m. Tuesday. This is a mandatory briefing for those Affected residents will receive direct written notifica- Peterson Boulevard ramp to who are being deployed or going on a remote tour. This tion. For more information, call Roger Williams enter the North Gate. Some briefing educates members on the three phases at 491-4183. vehicle operators are making involved with separation and the programs available an illegal right-hand turn at CHANGE IN AIR WAR COLLEGE for families left behind. Spouses are welcome. This the intersection of Space There has been a change in format this year for briefing is offered once a week. Village Road and Peterson Boulevard. This is a Class Air War College. There is no formal seminar as in the PRE-SEPARATION BRIEFING – From 3 to 4 A traffic law infraction. At this intersection people are past. If those who have signed up for AWC seminar p.m. Wednesday, this is mandatory for those retiring or only allowed to go straight or left as the sign signifies. would like to meet to form study groups, the separating from the military. People must have this The 21st Security Forces Squadron has teamed up with Education Center will have Room 102 available at 3 briefing no later than 90 days before separation or Colorado Springs Police Department to cite violators. p.m. Mondays. The study material will be sent direct- retirement. This briefing, offered every other week, People will be cited for failure to obey traffic control ly to the students’ home address. covers veterans’ benefits and the services of the devices. The fine is $60. Transition Assistance Program. SPACE OBSERVER 6 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 Commentary Good defense sometimes best offense By Tech. Sgt. Tracy Reagan-Ogas members accused of a crime, under but keep in mind everything you say to them. It is your decision whether or not Peterson Area Defense Counsel Office investigation or facing adverse adminis- the ADC and DP is held in strict confi- to consult with an attorney before mak- trative actions. The ADCs represent offi- dence and cannot be divulged to any ing any verbal or written statement. This The Area Defense Counsel pro- cer and enlisted members in a variety of authority without your permission. right to a lawyer also applies to your gram was started in 1974 to establish actions including courts-martials, While your ADC and DP wear a military decision to grant consent to a search of complete independence for Air Force administrative discharges, demotions, uniform, be assured they work for you. any of your property. Speaking to the defense counsel. accident investigations, flying evalua- Part of the ADC role includes ADC before you make these decisions is Before the program was estab- tion boards, letters of reprimand, reports advancing the Air Force mission by pro- the best way to safeguard your legal lished, military lawyers assigned to rep- of survey and promotion proprietary moting justice and strengthening confi- rights. The ADC will inform you of your resent members came from the base actions. The separate chain of command dence in discipline by vigorously pro- various choices and also advise you on legal office. As you might expect this ensures ADCs are not pressured by any viding the best possible legal defense which choice will most likely bring a created at least the appearance of a con- commander to do anything against the services for military members. The favorable resolution in your case. We flict between the lawyer’s loyalty to his client’s best interest. counsels help ensure the integrity of the always recommend you consult with a or her client and loyalty to the boss. Everything you say to your ADC is military justice system is maintained. lawyer before making any statements or With the start of the ADC program, all confidential. Only the chaplain and the If the Office of Special consenting to a search. of that has changed. ADC possess this privilege. This confi- Investigations, security forces, your Captain Andrew Kalavanos is the Today, the ADC is assigned to the dentiality applies to the defense parale- commander, first sergeant or supervisor ADC here. He, and his staff, also pro- Air Force Judiciary, Washington D.C., gals as well. Under the Air Force rules of informs you that you are suspected of an vide defense services for Schriever Air and is rated by senior defense attorneys professional conduct, an ADC’s primary offense, he or she should read you your Force Base and Cheyenne Mountain Air within that chain of command. Due to obligation and loyalty is to the client. rights under Article 31, Uniform Code Force Station. the separation and independence from Some people hesitate to speak candidly of Military Justice. Article 31 gives you The ADC office is located in the “command influence,” the ADC can with the ADC or DP because they feel the right to speak to a lawyer and the Mission Support Building on the second give undivided loyalty to the clients. things they say will be used against them right to not say anything against your- floor in Room 2041. Appointments are The ADC provides free, confiden- by the government or they are too self. These are two of your basic rights available daily. For more information, tial legal defense services to military embarrassed. This is understandable, and no one can fault you for exercising call 556-7611. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 7 www.peterson.af.mil History Policy sets up warfighter roles leges and universities. by providing the school with an approved in-state tuition President Ronald Reagan’s refrained from crossing an imagi- Personnel waiver. These waivers must be initiated administration published compre- nary line from space systems by the eligible member or dependent at hensive space policy statements in designed to operate as force the Education Center. A recent change in 1982 and 1988. enhancers to establishing a war- Corner the law allows dependents of active duty The first, pronounced on July fighting capability in space. MILITARY PERSONNEL FLIGHT members who get permanently stationed 4, 1982 and embodied in National The antisatellite initiative of ANNOUNCES CLOSURE somewhere else to continue to use the in- Security Decision Directive 42, the Carter administration was a The 21st Space Wing Military state waiver as long as there is not a break reaffirmed the basic tenets of previ- narrow response to a specific Personnel Flight will be closed Sept. 3 in school attendance of more than 12 ous U.S. space policy and placed a Soviet threat. The SDI program on and 6 due to a Family Day and the Labor months. Applying for the in-state considerable emphasis on the STS the other hand, represented a signif- Day holiday. waiver is not affected by the active duty as the primary space launch system icant expansion in the DOD’s COMMON ACCESS CARD member being deployed or TDY at the for both national security and civil assigned role in the space arena. SYTEMS WILL BE DOWN time. The dependent can pick up the government missions. The Reagan administration’s FOR SYSTEM UPGRADE waiver request at the education office. In addition, it introduced the second comprehensive national The DEERS/RAPIDS System used NEWCOMERS NEED basic goal of promoting and space policy in early 1988 incorpo- to make Common Access Cards and TO TURN IN RECORDS expanding the investment and rated the results of a number of dependent ID cards will be down from All inbound members should turn in involvement of the private sector in developments that had occurred Aug. 31 to Sept. 2 due to system their Field Record Group (includes mem- space and space-related activities since 1982. Notably the U.S. com- upgrades. Schriever AFB, the U.S. Air ber’s personnel, medical, and dental as a third element of U.S. space mitment in 1984 to build a space Force Academy and Fort Carson’s mili- records) to Commander’s Support Staff operations, complementing the station and the space shuttle tary personnel offices will be open for personnel upon checking in to their unit. national security and civil sectors. Challenger accident in 1986. service if a CAC or ID card is needed After check in, CSS personnel will sched- The single statement of the For the first time, the national during this time. For more information, ule the inbound member for an in-pro- national policy from this period space program treated commercial contact 1st Lt. Kelly Calle at 556-4819. cessing appointment with the Military that could most influence military space as an equal of the traditional IN-STATE TUITION WAIVERS Personnel Flight at either 8 a.m. Monday space activities and that clearly national security and civil Active duty military and their fami- or 10 a.m. Wednesday. reflects transition to a potential space sectors, and addressed it in ly members may be able to pay in-state During the summer months, space war-fighting framework is some detail. tuition to the colleges and universities in inbound members can also be scheduled NSDD-85, dated March 25, 1983. Importantly, the new policy the area they are stationed in. In-state for the Friday MPF in-processing session In this document, President retreated dramatically from tuition rates are less expensive than out- at 8 a.m. Finance in-processing is held Reagan stated as a long-term objec- dependence on the STS and inject- of-state tuition rates. For more informa- separately. Finance appointments can be tive, elimination of the threat of ed new life into expendable launch tion, visit the “State Tuition Policies for scheduled via e-mail: 21CPTS.FMFC@ nuclear armed ballistic missiles vehicle programs. In the national Active Duty Military and Family Peterson.AF.MIL; telephone, DSN 834- through the creation of the security sector, this program was Members” link at http://www.dantes. 4770; commercial, 719-556-4770; or by Strategic Defense Initiative Organ- the first to address space control doded.mil/dantes_Web/library/docs/dis- visiting the Finance Office in Building ization and represented a signifi- and force application at length, fur- tribution/2418.pdf. 350, Room 2009 weekdays, except cant step in the evolution of U.S. ther developing the transition to Military members and their depend- Wednesdays, from 7:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. space policy. war-fighting capabilities in space. ents must prove their entitlement each The office is open Wednesdays from Since 1958, the (Information courtesy of Space time they register at Colorado public col- 9:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. had, for a variety of reasons, Handbook, Volume One) SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 9 www.peterson.af.mil Facts The owner couldn’t remember the presence of mons from the Colorado Springs Police the ghostly damage prior to his report to the 21st Department. The summons is likely to cost more Security Forces Squadron personnel. than the coveted ring. CIVIL ARREST – Aug. 20 UNDERAGE IMBIBERS – Aug. 21 A Colorado State Trooper called the 21st Four partiers committed the biggest party Security Forces Law Enforcement Desk to report foul of them all: underage drinking. Security The following real-life events with real individuals his apprehension of an individual who was taken Forces’ members charged the military members from around Peterson are to inform you of crimes, acci- to a local jail for processing on a charge of Driving with UCMJ Articles 134 and 92 prior to releasing dents, and events occurring on base. These entries are Under the Influence. them to local police for further processing. from hundreds recorded in the Peterson Police Blotter: VERBAL ALTERCATION – Aug. 20 INFLIGHT EMERGENCY – Aug. 22 ** Editor's note: Although the Space Observer A verbal altercation involving alcohol and An F-14 Tomcat wasn’t feeling too frisky as staff may make light of some blotter entries, the intent is profanity ends with the arrival of Security Forces its Number Two engine overheated. When teams to call attention to our security and law enforcement personnel and the member’s first sergeant. reported to the scene, the feaux feline fighter had concerns. However, rest assured, our professional WHO’S GOT GAS? – Aug. 21 landed on its feet, allowing the flyer to keep its Security Forces treat each incident seriously. When base residents couldn’t find the nine lives. VEHICLE VANISHES – Aug. 20 source of a gassy odor, fire department person- EAGLE EYES – Aug. 22 When a lucrative-looking member can’t fess nel were called in to trace the origin to the stove A service hole apparently blew its top as up the loot, his Lexus gets loaded onto a tow burner. The house was ventilated and the Security Forces members discovered a gaping truck and he loses his lavish ride. Not so lucky. response was terminated. cavity near the west gate. Fire Department per- DAMAGED VEHICLE – Aug. 20 SHOPLIFTING – Aug. 21 sonnel responded and promptly “put a lid on it.” Distinguished marks make sudden, unex- When a looter tried to save $5 to dress her ** If you have any information on a crime or any plained appearance while owner is out of town. naked toe by shoplifting a toe ring from the base of these blotter entries, report it to the Security Forces The parked vehicle was mysteriously assualted. exchange, she instead walks away with a sum- Squadron at 556-4000. End of “101 Critical Days of Summer” approaches By Staff Sgt. Denise Johnson Dant, 21st Space Wing Chief of 21st SW Public Affairs Safety, continues to stress the importance of risk management. Midnight on Labor Day offi- “With Labor Day weekend and cially marks the end of “101 post-inspection euphoria upon us, Critical Days of Summer.” we want to avoid, at all costs, The past three critical-day sea- adding to the fatality statistics sons, 2001 through 2003, have not below … ORM is key.” shown significant trends in accident Alcohol and vehicles are rates during the summer months. the most prevalent factors in the “Specifically, mishaps contin- fatality summary. ue to occur at the same historic lev- “We are constantly trying to els with very little changes in num- increase awareness and educate bers,” said Capt. Darron Haughn, members on the need to use ORM 21st Space Wing Safety Officer. during off-duty activities as well “However, the contributing factors as on duty,” said Tech. Sgt. for these mishaps continue to Terrell Grant, 21st Space Wing be speed, darkness, alcohol and/ Safety Technician. “It’s a proven or fatigue – all too common factors risk mitigation tool that simply that can be controlled by the must be used.” individual if the principles Air Force safety officials will of Operational Risk Management begin tallying the 2004 results Sept. are applied.” 7. Once the statistics are totaled and To date there are 67 Air recorded, the 21st Space Wing per- Force fatalities, according to sonnel will make an official report. the 101 Critical Days Fatality The “2004 101 Critical Days Courtesy of the 21st Space Wing Safety Office Summary below. Fatality Summary” will be posted This graph depicts a fatality summary based on a comparison between the Air Force, With nine days left in the crit- in an upcoming issue of the as a whole, and Peterson Air Force Base. The graph covers 2002, 2003, and 2004, ical days of summer, Maj. Daniel Space Observer. to date.

Do Sergeant you Hazard have an strikes again – interesting don’t do or this! Sergeant Hazard is important committing two safety and two job? general infractions in this photo. What Everyone on Peterson Air Force are they? The first Base has a unique mission. We five people to call the Safety Office at would like to feature your office or 556-6781, with the shop in the “A Day in the Life” correct answers series, so people can learn more will receive a prize about how you co tribute to Team for their skill in Pete. To nominate your workplace, identifying the call the editor at 556-4351 or e-mail infractions. the Space Observer at [email protected]. Photo courtesy of the 21st Space Wing Safety Office Photo by Robb Lingley Firefighters from the 21st Space Wing Civil Engineer Squadron clean up foam after the completion of repairing the gas leak Aug. 19 near the West Gate of Peterson. The foam was used to suppress flammable vapors while Colorado Springs Utilities employees work on a live gas line. Quick response, teamwork solves problem

By Senior Airman precautionary measure, including the Shawn Clements Civil Engineer Complex and a transporta- 21st Space Wing Public Affairs tion building. “As I went from the various opera- Various teams from on and off base tional levels, from strategic down to tacti- responded to a natural gas leak at approx- cal, the synchronization was as good as imately 10:30 a.m. Aug. 19 near the base’s I’ve seen,” said Brig. Gen. Richard E. West Gate. Webber, 21st Space Wing commander. The teams included Colorado The West Gate was closed for Springs fire crews and utilities members approximately five hours until the teams along with numerous Team Pete members. from Peterson and Colorado Springs were A quick response time and team- able to contain the leak. work proved to be vital factors in the suc- “We’re pleased that a potential dan- cessful outcome of the situation. ger was handled so quickly and profes- The teams located the source and sionally,” said Col. Jay G. Santee, 21st repaired the leak by 4 p.m. There were no SW vice commander. “Our Team Pete injuries or damage to facilities or equip- family is safe. That’s due in large part to ment and there was no threat to the imme- the teamwork between the men and Photo by Robb Lingley diate public. women here and our extended family out- Two firefighters from the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron assist in the clean Six buildings were evacuated as a side the gates.” up of the Aquious Film Forming Foam. Their 3-inch supply line issues a 100 psi stream of water at 70 gallons per minute when used for cleanup.

Photo by 1st Lt. Paradon Silpasornprasit Photo by 1st Lt. Paradon Silpasornprasit Staff Sgt. Kevin Fears and Staff Sgt. James Santos, both of the 21st Space Wing Civil Engineer Staff Sgt. Jerry Wilson ensures a connector works prop- Squadron utility shop, position a generator near the damaged pipe site. Initially, the gas leak led erly before it”s installation. base officials to evacuate six buildings and close the West Gate for several hours. Exercise tests deployment skills By Airman Amanda Weightman will be performing a practice deployment to an 21st SW Public Affairs undisclosed location. Members should expect extended duty hours and possible recalls. The An Expeditionary Readiness Inspection exercise will be held in the Pete East area and will be taking place here today through in Building 123, on the flight line. Sept. 2. All members eligible to deploy during this All military personnel who are eligible to time should make arrangements for childcare deploy are candidates for this exercise, with and household responsibilities in the event they the exception of those who may be deploying are selected to simulate a no-notice deploy- within 30 days or those who have returned less ment. Team Pete and their families should be than 30 days prior to this exercise. aware waiting times in customer service areas Those who participate in the exercise of the base will be effected. Photo by Senior Airman Shawn Clements ABOVE: Col. Gary Shugart, 21st Space Wing inspector general, briefs Capt. Chago Meza, 21st SW plans and programs, and Vic Duckarmenn, 21st SW exercise direc- tor, about the expeditionary readiness inspection locations. The IG and wing plans office work together to help bring the exercise together. LEFT and BELOW: Maps of the exercise area. The exercise will take place in the Pete East area and in Bldg. 123 on the flight line. The inspection is scheduled to begin today and will last until Sept. 2.

Members of the 21st Space Wing unload a bus during a deploy- ment exercise. Members participated in previous deploy- ment exercises to help prepare them for the expeditionary readi- ness inspection.

Photo by Camilla Smith SPACE OBSERVER 12 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 Around Pete Tuesday, Aug. 31 Friday, Sept. 3 Monday, Sept. 6 Deadline to register for Labor Day – Holiday Silver Spruce Golf Course tournament. The tournament will be held over the Labor Day Pete weekend. For more Team information, call the y Day Pro Shop at 556-7414. Famil To submit information for the base calendar, email [email protected]

Monday, Sept. 13 Tuesday, Sept. 14 Saturday, Sept. 18 Saturday Sept. 25 Football Frenzy at the POW/MIA Day – The Air Force Birthday Base-wide historic Enlisted Club will kick off the 21st Space Wing will host a aviation day with various football season. The Enlisted POW/MIA ceremony at 4 activities, static displays of Club will be open for Monday p.m. at the flag poles in front vintage aircraft and vendors Night Football throughout the of building 845. selling food and souvenirs. season. This will also be the “Sunset in the Park” – start of the club’s member- celebrate the 50th anniversary ship drive. of the space and missiles at Airpark Museum.

This Week Today Play Group, 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Youth Center. Family Swim Night, 6 p.m. at the Aquatics Center.* Friday Social Hour, 5 to 7 p.m. at Officer’s Club – a happenin’ spot the Enlisted Club. Last day for flag football The Peterson Officers’ Club has a any day of the week. registration at the Youth Center. lot of events going on during the end of “I eat lunch there Tuesdays – Two-for-one steak din- August and into September. The biggest ners from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday of these events is their membership all of the time, Wednesday – “All you care to eat” Thunder Alley, 8:30 p.m. at drive, which begins Sept. 1 and con- the lunches are lunch buffets from 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. the Bowling Center.* cludes Nov. 30. A kick-off party for Fridays – A live performance by a Sunday anyone interested in joining either club quick, affordable disc jockey in the bar area. will be held at the Enlisted Club Sept. There are daily lunch and dinner Use the Automotive Skills 13. There will be sign-up tables at the and healthy.” specials, too. Center. * party. Anyone who becomes a member – Maj. Daniel Dant “I eat lunch there all of the time,” Monday during the drive will receive free mem- Chief of safety for the 21st Space Wing said Maj. Daniel Dant, the chief of safe- Water aerobics class, 6 p.m. bership until January and numerous ty for the 21st Space Wing. “The lunch- at the Aquatics Center.* coupons to use at the club. In addition to the party, the es are quick, affordable and healthy.” There will also be prizes given Officers’ Club will host a luncheon for For more information, call the Tuesday away at the party. Prizes include Denver the membership drive Sept. 22. Officers’ Club at 556-4181. Family Swim Night, 6 p.m. Broncos tickets and a chance to win Other than the membership drive, (Information courtesy of 21st at the Aquatics Center.* both Super Bowl and Pro-Bowl tickets. the club offers a variety of events almost Services Squadron) The Fitness Center is hold- ing a "2004 Stay Fit Triathlon" For more information, call Special ARAGON DINING FACILITY MENU Programs at 556-1515. Today Friday Saturday Sunday Wednesday Lunch: Lunch: Dinner: Brunch: Brunch: Baked Fish Simmered Corn Beef Eat the weekly ethnic meal Orange-Spiced Chops Savory Baked Chicken Grilled Mustard Chicken Breast at the Aragon Dining Facility.* Beef and Corn Pie Pineapple Chicken Swedish Meatballs Oven Fried Fish Liver with Onions Roast Turkey Yankee Pot Roast Creole Shrimp Cantonese Spareribs Take an aerobics class at Tempura Fried Fish Franconia Potatoes Crispy Potato Wedges Baked Potatoes Baked Macaroni and Cheese 12:05 or 5:10 p.m.* Rissole Potatoes Pea and Pepper Rice Simmered Potatoes Steamed Rice Egg Noodles * denotes ATWIND event Steamed Rice Corn on the Cob Fried Cabbage Cream Corn Sweet Potatoes Broccoli Stewed Tomatoes Carrots Asparagus Broccoli Combination Helpful Numbers Peas and Carrots Mustard Greens Black-eye Peas Steamed Squash Peas Family Advocacy 556-8943 Wax Beans Education Center 556-4064 Dinner: Library 556-7462 Mr. Z's Baked Chicken Monday Tuesday Wednesday Community Center 556-7671 Pepper Steak Pasta Primavera Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Aquatics Center 556-4608 Mashed Potatoes Pot Roast Chili Mac Veal Parmesan Country Captain Barbecue Ham Lemon-Herb Fitness Center 556-4462 Steamed Rice Baked Stuff Fish Beef Cannelloni Teriyaki Chicken Chicken Steak Chicken Roast Loin of Pork Southern fried Salmon Cakes Meat Loaf Turkey and Noodles Barbecue Spare- Officers’ Club 556-4181 Mixed Vegetables Oven Browned Chicken Filipino Rice Turkey a La King Beef Ball Stroganoff ribs Enlisted Club 556-4194 Fried Okra Potatoes Cottage Fried Parsley Buttered Steamed Rice Egg Noodles Stuffed Pork Chops Green Beans Steamed Rice Potatoes Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Scalloped Potatoes Youth Center 556-7220 Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Fried Cabbage Harvard Beets Calico Corn Steamed Rice Family Support 556-6141 Combination Steamed Squash Succotash Mustard Greens Spinach Cauliflower Red Cross 556-9201 Succotash Glazed Carrots Mixed Vegetables Okra with Tomato Lima Beans Combination Green beans with Peas Gumbo Mexican Corn Outdoor Recreation 556-4487 Mushrooms Tempura Vegetables SPACE OBSERVER 14 Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 Sports Sports Shorts FLAG FOOTBALL Course is 11 a.m. Mondays, 5:10 p.m. Tuesdays, 6 and 11 a.m. TOURNEY Wednesdays, and 11 a.m. and The Fitness Center is hosting 6:15 p.m. Fridays. The course fea- a flag football tournament Sept. 7 tures 15 exercises and self-paced through 9. cardiovascular training. Contact the Fitness Center Special Programs division at WEDNESDAY 556-4462 for more information or AEROBICS to sign up. The Health and Wellness WALL CLIMBING Center offers Aerobics classes at Climbing Wall Safety noon and 5 p.m. Wednesdays at Classes are 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays the Fitness Center. and 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays in the FRIDAY Fitness Center. For more informa- tion, call 556-1515. SPINNING CLASSES The HAWC offers Spinning OPEN CLIMBING classes at 11 a.m. and noon Open climbing for certified Fridays at the Fitness Center. Photo by Airman Mandy Weightman climbers is from 11:30 a.m. to ROCKY MOUNTAIN Games decide division champs 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Derrick Gomes from the 21st Comptroller Squadron demonstrates his skills at bat Thursdays. For more information, STATE GAMES OFFERS after the Recreational Division Championship game Tuesday at the Softball call 556-1515. DISCOUNTS Complex here. CPTS defeated Air Force Space Command’s Communication TAE KWON DO The Colorado Springs Squadron 16-4. The 21st Civil Engineer Squadron robbed the 21st Space Sports Corporation is offering a Communications Squadron of the Competitive Division Championship with a Tae Kwon Do classes are 50 percent discount on entry fees score of 19-4. from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays and to military dependents under age Thursdays for children ages 7 to 18 and seniors 55 and older for the 12, and 7 to 8 p.m. for people ages 2004 Rocky Mountain State 13 and older. Cost is $40 Games now through Tuesday. DOD-wide softball happenings per month for the first family There will also be a registration Peterson Air Force Base will host a number of women’s softball events throughout the member, and $30 per month for discount for any military depend- month of September. Starting the list of events is an Air Force-wide women’s softball training additional family members. ents or seniors who wish to com- camp and tryout for the Air Force Women’s Softball Team, Aug. 25-Sept. 12. Those selected For more information, call pete in the games. for the team will represent the Air Force in the Armed Forces Tournament Sept. 15-17 at 556-1515. For more information, call the Patriot Park Softball Complex on Peterson. After the Armed Services tournament, BACK-TO-BASICS Brian Schell at 634-7333, ext. a final All-Star Armed Forces Team will be chosen to represent all four services in the CIRCUIT COURSE 1007 or visit www.TheSports National Competition, Sept. 23-26, in San Antonio, Texas. For more information, call The Back-to-Basics Circuit Corp.org. Sharon Duell at 556-8069. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004 15 www.peterson.af.mil Feature Career assistance advisor makes difference By Senior Airman Sergeant Voss said. “I also try able to help people.” His past have come to a fork in the road. job, considering his dedication. Shawn Clements to help them develop a plan to duties have included tours as a “I went into his office Though this job can be 21st Space Wing Public Affairs meet their career goals. I think first sergeant. with a one-way attitude about time-consuming, Sergeant Voss the most rewarding thing Even though his job is the way my career was going, enjoys his work. Some Air Force members you can do is invest in other a difficult one, he’s helped a but after talking with Sergeant “One of the things that I are happy with their careers and peoples lives.” lot of Airmen here during Voss I had a whole new outlook like about this job is that my others aren’t as satisfied. For However, Sergeant Voss’s his tenure. on life,” Airman Lafko said. day isn’t driven by another per- those who aren’t, there is some- job isn’t easy. “I needed some direction “He showed me many different son’s schedule. I’m able to one who can help. “To do this job you have in how to make my career bet- options that I could do to help make my own schedule,” He’s Senior Master Sgt. to want to help people. You ter,” said Senior Airman better my career. He helped me Sergeant Voss said. “This way, Dan Voss, 21st Space Wing have to be understanding, com- Shelley Lafko, 21st Services believe that I could make some- if a person wants to sit down career assistance advisor. passionate and you must be a Squadron fitness staff member. thing out of myself.” and talk with me at length about “My job is to provide peo- good people person,” he said. “My leadership helped guide Airman Lafko said she a problem, I’m able to do so. ple information to help them “I’ve always been attached to me to Sergeant Voss.” believes Sergeant Voss is defi- “I have the best job in the make the right career choice,” the type of job where you are Airman Lafko seemed to nitely the best person for this Air Force,” he said. Enlisted Against Drunk Driving Peak Performer Protecting you and your Name: Staff Sgt. Lucinda J. 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