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Tyndall's Best Teach Tomorrow's Pilots Vol. 1, No. 11 Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. Training Expeditionary Airpower Experts Oct. 8, 2007 In Brief CFC kick-off The 2007 Team Tyndall Combined Federal Campaign runs Sept. 17 to Oct. 29. For more information, call Capt. Edward Mangual at 282- 4317 or 1st Lt. Patrick Wilkinson at 283-4858. Burger Burn The Tyndall Top Three will host the Annual Dormitory Burger Burn noon Friday at bldg. 1149. For more information, call Master Sgt. Roger Thornton at 283- 2969. RAO meeting The next Retiree Committee meeting is 10 a.m. Oct. 9 in the 325th Mission Support Squadron conference room Photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy R. Capling 204 of building 662. All Lt. Col. Kevin Huyck, 95th Fighter Squadron commander, explains the F-15 to C.J., one of the Pilot for retired military members and a Day participants, here Tuesday. their spouses are welcome to attend. For more information, call 283-2737. Tyndall’s best teach tomorrow’s pilots STAFF SGT. TIMOTHY CAPLING The “Pilot for a Day” program how good we really are,” Colonel FY08 NCOLRP 325TH FIGHTER WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS originated at Randolph AFB, Texas Huyck said. “We consider ourselves Due to a demand in some Three local children, who have in December 1994. The goal of the premier fighter pilot training AFSCs and AFSC mergers, been diagnosed with serious illnesses, the program is to offer the children squadron in the world, and this gives the Air Force has a need to suited up and jumped into the cockpit a chance to experience a day as a us a chance to train some of the reclassify a limited number of of an F-15 fighter aircraft Tuesday as United States Air Force pilot and for world’s youngest pilots.” Airmen back into previously they experienced a day in the life of a time, forget about the challenges of “I was most impressed with how held specialties. an Air Force fighter pilot. The 95th their everyday lives and develop new fast they fly,” said Kasey Kooler, The program is designed Fighter Squadron hosted the children friendships with some of Tyndall’s Pilot for a Day participant. “It’s been to allow Airmen who hold a and their families during the “Pilot finest fliers. a fun learning experience.” current, specified valid skill for a Day” event here. “The day revolves around the “My favorite part was getting to sit level, other than their control “Some of the highlights of the day children and their families who are in the cockpit,” said Dustin Murdock, AFSC, such as a secondary are taking the kids on a tour around our honored guests, and allows them also a participant. or tertiary AFSC, to be real F-15s, letting them suit up at life to focus on an enjoyable, unique The program’s youngest pilot for a administratively reclassified support with flight gear, and they’ll experience,” said Capt. Jason Nalepa, day, a 5-year old named C.J. said he back into their “old” AFSC. then fly the same simulator as real 95th FS pilot and event organizer. couldn’t wait to get his hands on the Call Staff Sgt. Purington at pilots,” said Lt. Col. Kevin Huyck, “This is one way for the Boneheads simulator and loved the F-15. 283-4144 for details. 95th FS commander. (the 95th Fighter Squadron) to show • SEE PILOT PAGE 2 Trust, Teamwork, Training Page 2 Web Defender Oct. 8, 2007 2007Standings Airman First Class Brandy N. Hamm Flag Football Duty title: Medical materiel apprentice Hometown: Wichita, Kan. Time on station: 10 months Time in service: One year, two months Hobbies: Spending time with my hus- band and my animals (as of Oct. 8) Goals: Finishing my Bachelor’s degree Team Win Loss in psychology Favorite thing about Tyndall AFB: Go- AMXS 5 0 ing to the beach SFS 4 0 Favorite movie: Empire Records SVS 4 1 Pet Peeves: People who have a lack of COM 3 1 self-respect MOS 4 2 OSS 3 2 Proudest moment in the military: Lt. Patrick Casey MXS 3 2 Graduating from Basic Military Training Airman Hamm, 325th Medical Group, receives the MDG 3 2 Checkertail Salute Warrior of the Week award from MSS/FW 3 2 Brig. Gen. Tod D. Wolters, 325th Fighter Wing com- 601st 2 3 mander. The Checkertail Salute is a 325th Fighter Wing ACS 1 2 Airman Hamm performed outstanding duties during commander program designed to recognize CES 2 4 a manning shortage, revitalized the computer sys- Tyndall’s Warrior of the Week. Supervisors can CONS 1 3 nominate individuals via their squadron and tems management continuity binder, identified need group commanders. Award recipients receive 53rd 2 6 for a medical logistic’s snack fund and participated a certificate, letter from the commander and a 823rd 0 4 in the Tyndall Active Airman Association carwash. one-day pass. AFRL 0 5 • FROM PILOT PAGE 1 “They’re cool,” he said. “It’s a privilege for us to be able Identify to share what we do with local youth who are enthusiastic about life, this ... despite their challenges,” said Capt. Ryan McLain, 95th FS pilot and event Can you identify this host. object? “I know everybody understands If so, send an e-mail how much (the children) enjoyed to [email protected] their time here, but what most people with “Identify this” in probably don’t know is how much the subject line. fun we had,” said Capt. Caleb Haley, Three correct entries pilot with the 95th FS and event host. will be chosen at ran- “Spending time with the kids was the dom and drawn from highlight of our week in the 95th. It a hat to determine the was a real privilege to give back to final winner. The prize the community in the form of having can be claimed at the a great day hanging out with great Public Affairs office. kids.” Staff Sgt. Joseph “We wanted this to be an extraordinary Harris, 325th Mainta- day for these extraordinary kids. We nence Group, cor- wanted to show them what we can rectly guessed the really do,” Colonel Huyck said. Sept. 24 “Identify The 95th Fighter Squadron has This” as a recycling partnered with the American Heart symbol.” Congratula- Association and the Make a Wish tions Sergeant Harris. Foundation to coordinate the one-day event on an annual basis. Page 3 Web Defender Oct. 8, 2007 Hispanic American contributions to the nation it is the anniversary of independence of five Base celebrates and celebrate the rich cultural traditions of our Latin American countries: Costa Rica, El Sal- Hispanic-American community. vador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua. That is exactly what the committee did by In addition, Mexico and Chile celebrate their diversity setting up the luncheon for the base populace. independence days on Sept. 16 and Sept. 18, Hispanic military veterans were honored; Pan- respectively. CHRISSY CUTTITA ama City’s Gypsy Rhythm Dancers performed, As the largest growing demographic in the 325TH FIGHTER WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS traditional Spanish music was played and sung; U.S., it is no wonder Hispanic Americans make Its not everyday you get to go to the restau- tables were adorned accordingly and authentic up 10 percent of the nations military. rant and hand them mom’s recipes so you can Hispanic food was served. Elimination of terrorism is a priority for all enjoy her cooking away from home, but Oct. Diversity helps shape national character said and the diverse group of men and women who 2 was just that kind of special day at Tyndall’s guest speaker Chief Master Sgt. Jose Perez, serve are the linchpin in destroying this enemy Club. 43rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit maintenance of the world, said Chief Perez. The staff of professionals there were just one superintendent. “The commitment to family and the devotion of the many pieces of the puzzle in getting an According to online resources, during this to faith and country make us strong,” he said. authentic Spanish flare for Tyndall’s Hispanic month America celebrates the culture and tra- Gen. Wolters, 325th Fighter Wing command- Heritage Committee’s annual luncheon honor- ditions of U.S. residents who trace their roots er, echoed the chief’s comments by saying the ing the national heritage month. to Spain, Mexico and the Spanish-speaking heritage event was in good timing regarding the Every year from mid-September to mid- nations of Central America, South America importance of family in upcoming holidays. October the President of the United States and the Caribbean. Sept. 15 was chosen as Hispanic influence made our nation powerful declares Hispanic Heritage month to honor the starting point for the celebration because and we can’t forget that, said the general. Walk it out Photos by Lisa Norman Left: Airman 1st Class Trevor Terry, 325th Main- tenance Squadron propulsion backshop, picks up foreign object debris during a Tyndall Airfield FOD walk Thursday. Bottom Left: Tech. Sgt. Travis Clark, 325th Civil Engi- neer Squadron dorm manager, collects more FOD. Bottom Right: Col. Brett Haswell, 325th Mainte- nance Group commander, speaks to the group after the FOD walk and thanks them for all the hard work throughout the year. Page 4 Web Defender Oct. 8, 2007 Commander’s Commentary: The three “T’s” to become a successful AF leader in July and had been contemplating into, I believe I have an obligation to will do their best to accomplish our what I would share with the members take care of the people of the 325th mission. of the 325th Comptroller Squadron.
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