FRIDAY, AUGUST 28, 2009

GATEWAY TO THE AIR FORCE • , TEXAS • www.lackland.af.mil • Vol. 67 No. 33

STARTING A NEW SCHOOL YEAR INSIDE

Commentary 4 Straight Talk 5 Recognition 6

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E-5 Promotion list 8

Gunfighters 12

AF Ball set 13 Photo by Alan Boedeker Students at Lackland Elementary School recite the Pledge of Allegiance Monday before their first day of school. Combined federal campaign set to kick off Benefit golf tourney 20 By Mike Joseph commander, said the CFC offers a Last year’s campaign exceeded $1.2 Staff Writer tremendous opportunity for Airmen to million, well over the goal of nearly make a difference. $850,000. Open to all federal employees, The annual Combined Federal “CFC provides the opportunity to give the CFC reaches all Lackland agencies, Campaign, which raises money each year back to the community; we can give sup- each with a separate fundraising goal. for local, national and international chari- port locally and nationally,” he said. They include the 37th Training Wing, 59th ties, gets underway Wednesday morning “Last year we met our goal for perma- Medical Wing, the Air Force Intelligence, with a kickoff breakfast at the Gateway nent party and exceeded our goal for Surveillance and Reconnaissance Agency, Club. trainees,” said Lt. Col. Enrique Gwin, Team the 149th Fighter Wing and the 433rd The formal campaign runs Wednesday Lackland project officer for the campaign. Airlift Wing. View the Talespinner online through Oct. 14, but funds will be collected “Because of the economic conditions, the “I personally think we will meet the at www.lackland.af.mil through Dec. 15. local coordinating committee decided not Col. William H. Mott V, 37th Training to change from our 2008 goals.” See CAMPAIGN P2 PAGE 2 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 CAMPAIGN from P1 give to a charity I cared about it was because I was being lazy or New command chief for 2nd AF goals because while it is true the not taking the extra step to economy is tough, it is also true write a check, find an envelope, there is a big need,” said mail it and then see when it’s By Airman 1st Class David Salanitri Japan and the Pacific Command theater of Colonel Gwin, who will oversee time to start donating again. Public Affairs operation while supporting a base commu- nearly 200 key workers in the “The CFC gives me the nity exceeding 11,000. campaign. “I think people are extreme convenience of being KEESLER AIR FORCE The Bronze Star recipient’s new duties more aware of those needs able to set up an allotment. The BASE, Miss. – Chief Master include being the senior enlisted leader because of the economy, and if money comes out of my check- Sgt. Linus Jordan is the 2nd responsible to the commander on matters we make people aware, they ing account, goes straight to the Air Force’s new command concerning the welfare, effective utiliza- will contribute.” charity and is recorded properly chief. tion, professional development and readi- for tax purposes. I get to donate The CFC has a guidebook for He replaces Chief Master Chief Master Sgt. ness 2nd Air Force’s enlisted members. potential contributors listing to the charity I want without the Sgt. Paul Moreau, who Linus Jordan manages all opera- more than 2,600 different chari- hassle.” retired July 16. tional aspects of nearly 5,000 active train- ties, local to international. Guest speaker for the break- Chief Jordan arrives next week at ing courses taught to approximately Donors can make one-time con- fast, which runs 7-8:15 a.m., is Keesler from Yokota Air Base, Japan, 250,000 students annually in technical tributions or payroll deductions; Gordon Hartman of the Gordon where he was the 374th Airlift Wing com- training, basic military training, medical donations can be distributed Hartman Family Foundation in mand chief for two years. At Yokota, he and distance learning courses. among the charities in accor- San Antonio. Mr. Hartman and served as principal adviser to the wing The 20-year Air Force member’s assign- dance with the donor’s wishes. his wife created the foundation commander in leading more than 6,300 ments include tours in Japan, Korea and “The beauty of CFC is the in 2005 to help local agencies military, civilian and local national employ- Germany as well deployments in support of ability to designate who gets the assist families who care for fam- ees providing tactical, operational support Operations Enduring Freedom, Desert contribution. Airmen can target ily members with cognitive and and distinguished visitor airlift throughout Storm and Iraqi Freedom. giving to the programs they physical disabilities. The specifically desire to help,” said Hartmans started the founda- Colonel Mott. tion with a gift of $10 million. Stay up-to-date during special Colonel Gwin said the CFC is “We were very lucky to get an easy way to contribute to Mr. Hartman,” said Colonel events and rough skies. charities. Gwin. “When I found out what “For me, the CFC is conven- he does, I think he’s a very Call 671-NEWS ient,” he said. “When I did not appropriate speaker for this.” AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 3 News BRIEFS CFC KICKOFF BREAKFAST A kickoff breakfast for the 2009 Combined Federal Campaign is Wednesday, 7-8:15 a.m., at the Gateway Club ballroom. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Thomas Allen at 671-0051.

AIR FORCE BIRTHDAY BALL The U.S. Air Force 62nd Birthday Ball will be held Sept. 12 at the Gateway Club. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. and dinner chimes ring at 6:50 p.m. Ticket prices are: • Major and above, civilians from GS-12 or above: $40; • Master sergeant to captain, GS-11 and below: $35; • Staff sergeant to technical sergeant: $25; and, Photo by Alan Boedeker Team Lackland Airmen selected for promotion to staff sergeant gather for a group photo Aug. 21. • Airman basic to senior airman: $15. For more information, call 1st Lt. Emily Meredith at 671-4221. Lackland Airmen selected for promotion

OPENINGS AVAILABLE AT CDCS Air Force officials select- Lucia Serna Brian Matheny Maribell Hernandez The Child Development Centers have ed 15,223 of 30,574 eligible Jason Stone Sophia Miller Sara Oren immediate openings for pre-school chil- senior airmen for promo- Andrea Williamson Casey Shanks Krystal Scarlett dren ages 3 to 5 years old. tion to staff sergeant for a Annalise Tolbert The centers are accredited by the selection rate of 49.79 per- 33rd Network Warfare 37th Operations Support National Association for the Education of cent. Squadron Squadron 37th Logistics Readiness Young Children. Parental tours are avail- The average score for Andrew Distler Charles Allmand Squadron able. those selected was 275.81, Tangela Keyes John Murphy Alberto Da Silva For more information, call 671-3380. with an average time in Terrence Sears Zachary Foulk grade and time in service of Tracy Sears 37th Force Support Medardo Galeano 2.09 and 4.69 years, res- Squadron Julien Harper LACKLAND TOP III MEETINGS pectively. 37th Civil Engineer Michelle Burgos Sean Harris Lackland Top III, for master sergeant Congratulations to the Squadron Alan Kenoyer Willton Hewitt selectees, master sergeants and above, following Lackland Airmen Paul Bauer Ahnjala Palmer Anthony Nestasie meets the first Tuesday of each month. The selected for promotion to Elton Brock Ingemar Peralta Phyllis Palacios meetings are held at Godfather’s Pizza, 3 staff sergeant: Camille Goode William Price Nathan Perkins p.m., inside Mitchell Hall. Dawn Greenman Jessica Thompson Jason Ross 23rd Information Marcos Hernandez Krystal Salisbury LACKLAND WINGMAN AWARDS Operations Squadron Josef Miller 37th Mission Support Thomas Spence Nominations are being accepted for the David McCaffrey Lester Terrance Group Larry Thompson monthly Lackland Wingman Awards. Thad Mitchell Heather Sebel Jacob Valladares The program creates a direct line for 37th Communications Juan Vasquez Airmen or their families to get word to 37th Aerospace Medicine Squadron 37th Comptroller Squadron Luisa Villafranca wing leadership of the daily efforts their Squadron Manuel Cadena Beth Garcia peers are taking to help one another. Shaynajay Alisasis Chance Clark Yolanda Huland 37th Security Forces Nomination forms can be e-mailed to Michael Davis David Foster Gary Phillips Squadron Jennifer Jacobson Brandon Harrison Joshua Brock [email protected]. Juan Jimenez Kylie Herron 37th Medical Operations Christoph Bukowski For more information and nomination Tatiana Marrin Marcus Hunter Squadron Anthony Camacho forms, contact Master Sgt. Jason Daniel Rodriguez Reese Jones Cendy Brown-Hernandez Timothy Carl Hohenstreiter at 671-3722. Samantha Royal Evan Lawson Tara Fisher Jacob Runzel Erik Martinez Jennifer Gagnon See PROMOTION P8 PAGE 4 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 COMMENTARY

Living life with ‘no fear’ Editorial staff COL. WILLIAM H. MOTT V, By Col. Shane Courville block that we would rather not go right through it. 37TH TRAINING WING 737th Training Group commander through. Take on my challenge of going full COMMANDER Instead, we turn around and force with a have-no-fear philosophy and KIRK FRADY, Reflecting on my first month as go back to a familiar place. travel straight through the road block. DIRECTOR, PUBLIC AFFAIRS the Air Force Basic Military It is those familiar places that We are capable of accomplishing things JOE BELA, Training commander, I am reel- trap our growth, keep our ideas that we have yet to discover. CHIEF OF INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS, 671-4111 ing in hundreds of words, actions, as ideas, and even lock in that However, that discovery can only occur buildings, names, faces, instruc- one brilliant plan that would if we forge ahead without hesitation and SHANNON CARABAJAL, MANAGING EDITOR, 671-1786 tions, rules and regulations. BMT Col. Shane make the world a better place. without fear. Whether you are thinking MIKE JOSEPH, is all that I thought it would be Courville We must each allow ourselves to about joining the military, getting your and more. go into a direction that we degree, switching careers, or implement- STAFF WRITER, 671-4357 It houses an amazing past, present thought we would never travel. Imagine ing new rules in your family or work- PATRICK DESMOND, and future. I am honored to be a part of the possibilities for each of us as we go place, it can be done. We must take con- SPORTS EDITOR/STAFF WRITER, 671-5049 its present and privileged to be an influ- through one day. A day where “have no trol of ourselves and focus on the job at ence on its future. fear” is your state of mind. I can positive- hand with confidence and pride. PAUL NOVAK, DESIGN/LAYOUT, 671-0478 The training our Airmen receive is top ly, without a doubt, say that each of us Taking on any task, without allowing notch and I will have no fear as our team would be given a renewed spirit and con- fear to stand in your way, will absolutely cast out their line to have training reach fidence to take on any situation and push bring to your life a sense of pride and Office: insurmountable levels, producing Airmen ourselves to the places we should all be even greater a sense of worth. 1701 Kenly Ave. Suite 102 Lackland AFB, Texas that are more ready than ever before to striving for. As I command the 737th Training 78236-5103 protect and defend our great Nation. I am a firm believer in the fact that all Group, I expect my commanders, Military (210) 671-1786; (fax) 671-2022 The thought of “have no fear” is one things are truly possible. 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By Patrick Desmond Staff Writer Now that I’m an NCO, I have to It means more respect, more Respect. Now, individuals won’t Advancement. It’s a stepping- take on more responsibility. I’m responsibility and greater pay, see me as the little Airman, stone to becoming a better What does earning the more accountable for my but, in the long run, I’m just making irrational decisions. – supervisor to other Airmen. – actions. I have to let other excited about the career Senior Airman Sara Oren, 37th Senior Airman Martell Derouen, 93rd rank of staff sergeant Airmen know it’s a transition, progression. – Senior Airman Medical Operations Squadron Intelligence Squadron and it’s not easy. – Senior Airman Candice Woodard-Edwards, 59th mean to you? Marckus Newhouse, 59th Surgical Medical Support Squadron Operations Squadron PAGE 6 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 BMT HONORS Congratulations to the fol- Ernest Ripley William Mullins Aaron Thede Flight 584 lowing 65 Airmen for being Christopher White Jordan Rayman Andrew Wallace selected as honor graduates Flight 574 Andrew Scott Robert Watts Most Physically Fit among 688 trainees graduat- Sam Bessinger Jacob Smith Flight 576 Male Airmen ing today: Robert Dahman Paul Toves Christine Concepcion Dillon Crowley, 331st TRS, Jonathan Fabis Flight 582 Tierra Franklin Flight 578 320th Training Squadron Timothy Fields Michael Aten Kelly Sweet Daniel Generette, 324th TRS, Flight 579 Jared Kordos James Bickmore Flight 581 Emilio Dominguez Daniel Middaugh Joshua Harris 331st Training Squadron Female Airmen Michael Lensing James Raboin William Lukacs Flight 577 Lauren Hilton, 321st TRS, Flight 580 Jacob Muniz Jorge Beltre Flight 584 Cynthia Allen 323rd Training Squadron Michael O’Brien Kyle Karr Merridy Stephenson, 321st Kayla Kingsberry Flight 571 Clarence Walker Stephaun McKinley TRS, Flight 584 Richard Bellwoar Michael Orvieto 321st Training Squadron Michael Reed 326th Training Squadron Tristan Ritter Top PT Flights Flight 583 Sean Server Flight 575 Andrew Whelchel Male Flights David Derbin Nicholas Benedetto Flight 578 324th TRS, Flight 582 Jay Vinnedge 324th Training Squadron Christopher Billings Christopher Berry 326th TRS, Flight 575 Flight 584 Flight 581 Argo Cesareo Joseph Dibley Female Flights Karen O’Neal Isaac Druin Jordan Garcia Anthony Fortunato 326th TRS, Flight 576 Tyler Finley Tyler Haase Robert Tisdale 321st TRS, Flight 584 322nd Training Squadron Ronnie Hartzell Cory Moultrie Mark Winning Flight 573 Jacob Kern Joshua Neal Top Academic Flights Joshua Griffith Lance Kinsey Eliezer Perez- Acevedo Top BMT Airman 326th TRS, Flight 575 Kenneth Murphy Philip Landry Nicholas Tapia Karen O’Neal, 321st TRS, 322nd TRS, Flight 573 New commander takes reins of 59th CPSG

By Linda Frost donor center and provides combat capabili- served as the commander of a medical support Public Affairs ty with more than 300 mobility personnel. squadron at Lajes Field, Azores, Portugal. He “Our primary mission is to serve our returned to Wright Patterson as an operations offi- Col. Mark Butler assumed command of patients. My expectation is simple: “How cer for a medical squadron and served as the the 59th Clinical Support Group Thursday would I want my mother to be treated?” deputy inspector general of the Aeronautical during a ceremony at the Wilford Hall Colonel Butler, said. Systems Center. His follow-on role as deputy Medical Center auditorium. He replaces “When dealing with our patients we need squadron commander of a diagnostics and thera- Col. Naomi Lawless, who retired after 20 to be sensitive to their needs and expecta- peutics squadron led him to his most recent assign- years of military service. Col. Mark tions and focus on their benefit, well-being, ment as pharmacy consultant to the Air Force “I am proud to be your commander and Butler and health. We have combined missions of Surgeon General. humbled to have the opportunity to work patient care, readiness, education and Colonel Butler has a Bachelor of Science in with you in the service of our great nation,” said training and, frankly, I don’t see great conflict here. Pharmacy from Ohio Northern University and a Colonel Butler. If we do the patient care mission effectively and Masters of Science in Health Services Administra- “If I’d been given the opportunity to hand-select compassionately, the other missions follow,” he tion with academic distinction from the College of a group to command, this would be the group I said. St. Francis. would have selected. You are a great unit with an Colonel Butler received a direct commission in Some of his many achievements include the exciting mission and fantastic people. I can’t wait 1988 and he has deployed as part of Operation Department of Defense Excellence in Pharmacy to get on the job and be part of the team.” Uphold Democracy, Operation New Horizons and Operations Award and the Air Force Pharmacy of The 59th CSPG supports the 59th Medical Wing Operation Enduring Freedom. the Year Award. and the Air Force Medical Service with diagnostic He started his career as a pharmacist and later “Changing times make for exciting challenges. and therapeutic services and conducts national and became the health professional program manager This is a challenging time in our nation’s history institutional biomedical research. The group pro- and flight commander of the Medical Recruiting and change is inevitable,” said Colonel Butler. vides simulated training, nutritional medicine, Flight at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. In 1995, he “Master your skills and offer recommendations pharmacy and laboratory services and oversees moved to Robins AFB, Ga. and became the chief of as we seek better solutions. You are a team mem- hyperbaric oxygen therapy with more than 670 officer accessions. ber of the greatest Air Force in world history. Our personnel and a budget of $102 million. The group Colonel Butler also held leadership positions in future will challenge us and lead us in new direc- manages the Department of Defense’s largest blood pharmacy at Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio, and tions.”

Want to share your personal experiences in the military with others? The Lackland Speakers’ Love your job in the Air Force? Bureau wants YOU! Call 671-5066 or 671-2907 for more details. AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 7 59th MDOS welcomes new leader Col. Roy Dileo: 59th Medical produces 191,000 outpatient Operations Squadron encounters, 3,000 admissions and Date assumed command: Aug. 95,000 procedures. The squadron 25 supports graduate medical edu- Previous assignment: Chief of cation for 11 nationally-accredit- Medical Staff, 31st Medical ed residencies, fellowships, and Group, Aviano Air Base, Italy research programs and mobilizes Time in Service: 18.5 years forces in support of Air Force and Family: Wife and two children Col. Roy Department of Defense world- Hobbies: Firearm collecting, Dileo wide operations. reading, and home brewing Command philosophy: Take care Why the squadron is important to the of the people and they will accomplish Air Force mission: The 642-member the mission. 59th MDOS has a $32.8 million budget Goals for new position: Ensure that the that provides a full continuum of health- coming changes are implemented seam- care services to support Wilford Hall lessly and continue to provide the best Medical Center. Each year the squadron medical care in the Air Force. PAGE 8 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 PROMOTION from P3 Edward Steerman William Herko Tiffany Johnston Kellie Neylon Walter Stiles Shannon Parker Christopher Jones Jamie Olds Jonathan Carthron Kyle Thompson Amanda Williams John Marrs James Parry Timothy Coley Jason Torche Amy Poch Michael Shea Jeffrey Correa Ronnie Vess 37th Training Wing Cassie Van Slyke Megan Wharton Brent Deen Robert Villalpando Audri Chavez Brian Dougherty Catherine West Sara Plambeck 59th Diagnostic and 59th Maternal Child Care Joey Duncan Eric Worden Warren Spearman Therapeutics Squadron Squadron Nicolas Esparza Joshua Zabierek Robin Babington Matthew Kosemund Courtney Finley 59th Dental Support Vanessa Deanda Danielle Lantz Lauren Frey 37th Contracting Squadron Squadron Cory Ruddell Ashley Wiggs Rachel Gamertsfelder Bradley Benedictus Brian Fuleky Deanna Sierra Raymond Hyson Courtney Frederick Christian Maes 59th Medical Logistics and Donte Johnson Savana Hyson 59th Emergency Medical Readiness Squadron Landon Mata 59th Dental Training Squadron Sarah Carbullido Matthew McGee 37th Training Group Squadron Timothy Ahrendsen Joshua Crook Thomas McKerlie Shanae Harry Dominique Campos Amber Arguello Linwood Cypress Samuel Mercedes David Lavallee Robin Gilland Demorris Byrd Pamela Da Silva Justin Nicol Stephen Carreon Leslie Jameson Vega Perez 59th Dental Squadron 59th Laboratory Squadron Chastity Connor Paul Kerkman Christopher Readdy Eleanor Benedictus Johnathon Brock Megan Corbett Jerome Saunders Stephanie Bernique-Garcia Elizabeth Cruz Wendy McCoubrey See PROMOTION P9 AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 9 PROMOTION from P8 Leigh Jones Erica Gonzales Steven Chapman 320th Training Squadron Cydni Kelly Deborah Korenoski Joleth De Felippis Jayson Conger Ader Mendoza Stanley Manning Chanute Lockhart Martell Derouen Nicholas Freeman Travis Nelson Jennifer McCormick Laquita Mason Exor Elano Bruce Lambright Bobb Olmedo Raechelle Mendiola Michael Sinon Tyler George Skylar Swank Renee Snavely Quiana Neal Christopher Striplin Ronald Howard Darlene Tedrow Steven Norton Deborah Jones 321st Training Squadron Brandon Tull Daniel Oh 59th Radiology Squadron Sean Jones James Olk John Wendell Jane Oh Todd Hollis Odos Matthews Maria Orti Mark Watson Jeffrey Nesto 322nd Training Squadron 59th Medical Wing Deidre Point Quatrell Nevels Wesley Catoe Amber Bressler Robert Smalling 59th Surgical Operations Robert Ormand William Sword Squadron Sophia Perez 59th Medical Inpatient 59th Pharmacy Squadron Catherin Carpenter Zephrim Peterson 323rd Training Squadron Squadron Brandi Casillas Matthew Daniel Robert Powel Brett Deweese Anthony Clark Edith Cooper Cory Henderson Ryan Reese Venessa Cortez Juan Garzon Nathan Lee Michael Robinso 324th Training Squadron Charles Donnell Jackie Wolfe Casey Madrid Raquel Rodriguez Aaron Jones Daniela Hudkins Sara Moore Jennifer Rouleau 59th Medical Support Marckus Newhouse Amber Schafer 326th Training Squadron 59th Orthopedics and Squadron Rob Richardson Bradley Secraw Joseph Christy Rehabilitation Squadron Stephen Barnett Erin Spangler Christina Smith Adam Buettner Vennezia Jackson Emanuel White Jake Thunderbolt 331st Training Squadron Carrie Merced Edgara Margevicius David Vasquez Elisha Edwards Sara Vanderhoef Saralena Ramos 59th Surgical Specialties Juan Zamora Andrew Reams Edwards Woodard Squadron 59th Medical Operations Erika Archer 318th Information 342nd Training Squadron Squadron 59th Mental Health Zavier Grier Operations Group Brandi Aiken Teresa Aquino Squadron Jessica Lett Bryan Brown Timothy Bagwell Brandon Hampton 91st Network Warfare Jonathan Fischbach Bryan Bruscato Navon Morgan Squadron Scott Fitzgerald Matthew Darlington Jessica Padua Erin Miller 318th Training Squadron H.L. Jet Joseph Ersinghaus Leah Starks Thomas Schaefer Gabriel Mier William Kelly Jesus De Sanchez Steven Lapensee Louis Favela 59th Surgical Inpatient 93rd Intelligence Squadron 319th Training Squadron Brandon Layton William Holt Squadron Esmeralda Berruete Jeremy Brown Erin Hyder Michael Erbe Joshua Bradfield Zachariah Gianessi See PROMOTION P10 PAGE 10 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 PROMOTION from P9 Jeffrey Stoke Jerome Ibanez 737th Training Tristan Duff Shayne Taglieri Kristine Jones Support Squadron Matthew Gardner James Lincoln Antwon Toson Davis Mosby Prentiss Carver Steven Harris Luis Morales Justin Owens Earl Foreman Jessica Jennings Jeffrey Ray 343rd Training Squadron Oscar Perez Jennifer Johnson Jason Rogers William Benson Benjamin Sewell 837th Training Chuck Phanouvong Michael Sexton Jason Brown Joshua Storli Support Squadron Ryan Phillips Jason Smith Billy Crawford Jason Stover Edwin Dones Ashley Smits Luis Valentin Jesse Reyes Andrew Swanson Richard White Rebecca Roberson Air Force Information 882nd Training Group Luke Williams Operations Center Michael Vanderhoef Air Force Intelligence, 344th Training Squadron Stephanie Brown Barnes Center for Surveillance and Latasha Cooper Andray Dotson Defense Media Enlisted Education Reconnaissance Valerie Mangiero Michael Downs Activity San Antonio Ndeye Silla Agency Philip Graves Michael Hutchinson Joshua Swisher Dustin Adams 453rd Electronic Rodney Hill Gabriel Bruner Warfare Squadron Jeremy Holder 668th Alteration and Cyber Analysis Squadron Troy Butolph Alex Baca Brian Parsons Installation Squadron James Cearnal Christopher Gibson Courtney Gaston James Wallace Roxanne Blanco Rhymon Gex Yara Hernandez Russell Goldberg Scotty Byrd Drew Mitchell Daniel Hoffman Jonathan Preiser 651st Munitions Squadron Seth Groover Matthew Rowley Latonya Jennings Kyle Reece Ron Mercado Anthony Smith Patrick Kallina 543rd Support Squadron Megan Meyers Joshua Whorton Alfred Kelly Dustin Alvey 690th Intelligence Mike Samman Anne King Aaron Bray Support Squadron Technical Training Tyler Lussier Angela Carrasc Christopher Perry Air Force Band of the West Operations Center Joseph McClellan Larry Daniels Cody Brown Swani Philipp Justin Moore Kyle Emerick 690th Network Jonathan Friedman Karina Nilva Paul Ennis Support Group Lenora Plotki John Ogami Alexander Glasco Matthew Gibson Meghan Reid Derek Gordon Corey Ruff Cryptologic System Group Damian Reyes Antwain Harris Jessica Townsend Matthew Andes PAGE 12 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 Gunfighters drop laser guided bombs at Yankee

By Staff Sgt. Phil Fountain 149th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

Air National Guard F-16s assigned to Lackland’s 182nd Fighter Squadron were the first to deploy the GBU-12 and GBU-38 guided bombs on the Yankee Range, located within the McMullen Target Complex in South Texas. Though McMullen is owned by the Navy, Yankee Range is operated by the Texas . In addition to Lackland, the complex accommodates Navy, Air Force and Air National Guard flight training from Naval Air Station Kingsville, and Randolph and Laughlin Air Force bases. The 4,000-acre Yankee Range has operated since 1967, but until now could only accept inert high-drag and low-drag munitions. Capt. Eric Hoopes, acting commander for Det. 1 at Yankee, said to accept guided ordnance, they needed to “certify the new weapons delivery parameters to keep the danger zone footprint completely confined to the range boundary.” Coordination with the Navy and the National Guard Bureau ensured a prop- er explosive ordinance disposal process was put in place to reclaim the newly Photo by Staff Sgt. Phil Fountain Capt. Keith Krejchik, an F-16 instructor pilot with the Wisconsin Air National Guard’s 115th Fighter Wing, inspects a GBU-38 deployed munitions. The GBU-12 is a Joint Direct Attack Munition (JDAM) just prior to flying from Kelly Field to the McMullen Target Complex in South Texas July 17. laser guided bomb, or LGB, that allows Captain Krejchik is undergoing instructor pilot upgrade training with the 149th Fighter Wing, Texas Air National Guard. the pilot, a separate aircraft, or an Airman or Soldier in the field to laser- Squadron has been a flight training unit Load for the aircraft, and flying with While weapons load crews are site a target to lock in the LGB’s desti- within the Air Education and Training them is something to get used to, he required to maintain certification on nation. The GBU-38 is a Joint Direct Command. Students include basic explained. Without the Yankee Range’s loading procedures for each munition Attack Munition with a guidance pack- pilots, active-duty and Air Guard who new capability, pilots would have to in the unit’s inventory, Sergeant age that uses a global positioning sys- are new to the F-16, and those transi- simulate dropping these weapons, Jackson said adding the GBU-12 and tem to convert a traditional bomb into a tioning back to the airframe including a which is far different from the real GBU-38 laser guided munitions to regu- precision guided bomb. Laser technolo- separate course for senior officers. thing. Assigned to Air Combat lar training missions will lead to gy improves accuracy and reduces the Colonel Tarrant said the new Command, Capt. Krejchik and his fel- greater proficiency and efficiency for number of bombs required to eliminate weapons training ability will benefit the low pilots are a part of the Air the three-person weapons load crews. a single target in battle. students, weapons loaders, and instruc- Expeditionary Force, and will likely There is a sense of optimism around Capt. Hoopes noted these munitions tor cadre to meet the unit’s vision of deploy again to the Middle East within the Air National Guard unit regarding are being dropped in theater and can producing F-16 pilots capable of engag- 18 months. the benefits of the enhanced training. It now be dropped in our backyard on ing and destroying the enemy any- Weapons loaders, who are responsi- has enabled 182nd Fighter Squadron realistic training missions. South Texas where in the world. ble for ensuring that munitions are officials to improve their course syl- has been an optimal location for mili- Basic students can be placed in a properly attached to the aircraft and labus by conducting local training that tary flight training since 1910, when real-world combat situation within a capable of launching on command, wel- previously required deployment to became the birth- year from graduation. come the added training. Senior Master another location. place of military aviation. Lt. Col. Kevin Capt. Keith Krejchik, a Wisconsin Air Sgt. Anthony Jackson, the ordnance Col. Kenneth Nereson, commander, Tarrant, Chief of Standardization and National Guard F-16 instructor pilot systems superintendent for the 149th 149th Fighter Wing, which oversees the Evaluation for the 149th Operations who is undergoing upgrade training Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, said 182nd Fighter Squadron, noted the Group, said the weather is conducive with the 182nd Fighter Squadron, said the new missions will be a change of expanded capability of the Yankee and the range and military airspace the new capability has improved his pace, adding that changing munitions Range will “ultimately pave the way for allow for flexible training opportunities. training. will allow loaders to break up the the unit to continue combat flight train- Since 1999, the 182nd Fighter Each munition has a different G- monotony of repetitious loads. ing long into the future.” AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 13 Annual Air Force Ball set for Sept. 12 In commemoration of the 62nd anniver- sary of the Air Force as an independent service, Team Lackland is hosting an Air Force Ball Sept. 12 at 6 p.m. in the Gateway Club. The celebration will include great food, dancing, socializing, a performance by the Band of the West and guest speaker retired Col. Charles DeBellevue. Colonel DeBellevue is America’s top ace from the Vietnam War and the weapons systems officer to become an ace. In 1971, he was assigned to the renowned 555th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Udorn Royal Thai Air Base, Thailand. As a McDonnell Douglas F-4D Phantom II WSO with the Triple Nickel, Colonel DeBellevue scored six aerial victories over North Vietnamese MiGs. He became the sec- ond Air Force ace when he downed two MiGs on Sept. 9. 1972. Altogether, he logged 550 combat hours while flying 220 combat mis- sions, 96 of which were over North Vietnam. His decorations include the Air Force Cross, three Silver Stars, three Legions of Merit, and six Distinguished Flying Crosses. The ball is open to everybody. To reserve your seat, contact your group POC:

37th Training Group: Senior Master Sgt. Reginald Prothro, 671-4430;

37th Mission Support Group: Master Sgt. Richard Ruiz, 671-3093;

37th Medical Group: Senior Master Sgt. Courtesy Photo Kim Southworth, 671-7204; Capt. Charles DeBellevue, Vietnam Ace, stands by his F-4D Phantom at Udorn AB, Thailand in the 1960s. As a captain, 737th Training Group: 1st Lt. Emily retired Col. DeBellevue became the first non-pilot ace and the Meredith, 671-4222; leading ace in the Air Force during the Vietnam War. Col. DeBellevue was an F-4 weapon system officer with the 555th Defense Language Institute: Tech. Sgt. Tactical Fighter Squadron. Colonel DeBellevue will be the guest Alycia Smith, 671-4212; speaker at this year’s Air Force Ball Sept. 12 at the Gateway Club.

Inter-American Air Forces Academy: Dress: Ticket prices: Master Sgt. Samuel Nunez, 671-1606; Military: Mess dress/semi formal Major and above, non DoD civilians, GS-12 and above: $40 37th Training Wing staff agencies: Tech. Master sergeant to captain, GS-11 and below: $35 Sgt. Gregory Fox, 671-1269. Civilian: formal attire Staff sergeant and technical sergeant: $25 Airman basic to senior airman: $15 All other units please contact Lieutenant Meredith at 671-4222 for tickets. AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 15 Candles present fire danger According to the National Fire areas where people may fall asleep. Protection Association, an estimated • Keep candles at least 12 inches away 15,600 home structure fires started by from bedding, curtains and blinds, candles were reported to local fire wallpaper, upholstered furniture, piles departments in 2005, the most recent of clothing, and newspapers and maga- data available. zines. These fires resulted in an estimated 150 deaths, 1,270 injuries and an esti- Emergency lighting mated direct property loss of $539 mil- • Candles are not the best choice for lion. emergency lighting; keep work- The NFPA recommends ing flashlights and battery- taking the following precau- powered lamps on hand for tions when using candles: when your power goes off. • If you do use candles dur- Children and candles ing a power failure, don’t • Tecah children that can- walk around with a lit can- dles, like matches and dle and keep candles away lighters, are tools for adults, from kerosene or any flam- not toys. mable fuel. • Don’t allow children or teens to burn candles in their bedrooms. When using candles, make sure to: • Supervise children around burning • Use candle holders that are sturdy candles. and won’t tip over easily. • Place candles away from table edges • Put candle holders on a sturdy, so children or pets can’t knock them uncluttered surface. over. • Light candles carefully. Keep your • Store candles, matches, and lighters hair and any loose clothing away from up high and out of children’s sight and the flame. reach, preferably in a locked cabinet. • Don’t burn a candle all the way down – put it out before it gets too close to Candles in the bedroom the holder or container. • Two out of five home candle fires • Never use a candle if oxygen is used start in bedrooms; NFPA discourages in the home. burning candles in bedrooms or other (Courtesy Lackland fire department) PAGE 16 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 MILITARY JUSTICE SPOTLIGHT The 37th Training Wing Office of the duty) with two specifications and Staff Judge Advocate administered received forfeitures of $699 in pay for these judgments from Aug. 13-19: two months with one month suspended and a reprimand. • An airman basic from the 343rd • An airman basic from the 345th Training Squadron violated Article 92 TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction of (dereliction of duty) and received forfei- duty) with two specifications and tures of $326 in pay for one month and received forfeitures of $326 in pay for seven days restricted to base suspend- one month, 14 days restricted to base ed. suspended, 14 days extra duty suspend- • An airman basic from the 343rd ed and a reprimand. TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction of • An airman first class from the duty) and received forfeitures of $326 345th TRS violated Article 92 (derelic- in pay for one month with $140 in pay tion of duty) with two specifications and suspended and seven days extra duty received forfeitures of $326 pay for one suspended. month, 14 days restricted to base sus- • An airman basic from the 344th pended, 14 days extra duty suspended Training Squadron violated Article 92 and a reprimand. (dereliction of duty) and Article 128 • An airman first class from the (assault consummated by battery) and 345th TRS violated Article 92 (derelic- received forfeitures of $326 in pay for tion of duty) with two specifications and one month, 14 days extra duty, 14 days received a reduction to airman, forfei- restriction, and a reprimand. tures of $784 in pay for two months • An airman basic from the 345th with one month suspended and a repri- Training Squadron violated Article 92 mand. (dereliction of duty) and received forfei- tures of $326 in pay for one month, 14 Mandatory Uniform Code of Military days restricted to base suspended, 14 Justice briefings for second-term re- days extra duty suspended and a repri- enlistees are conducted on a walk-in mand. basis in the 37th TRW headquarters • An airman basic from the 345th courtroom. TRS violated Article 92 (dereliction of For more information, call 671-2007. Do you have a photographer’s eye? • Do you catch those candid moments? Let us see your work and you could be published! • E-mail your Lackland-related photos to: [email protected] • Action shots only please.

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Buckle Up And Wear Yours! AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 17 COMMUNITY Local BRIEFS DOG SHOW SET AT ARNOLD HALL conference room, Bldg. 7350. The meeting will preview upcom- ments on base bulletin boards. research subjects. Arnold Hall will host a dog show Persons interested in participat- ing Bible studies, and child care is Licensed homes can be identified For more information, contact Jim Wednesday at 6 p.m. ing or supporting Hispanic Heritage provided. by the FCC logo displayed in the Barker at 292-4844 or 282-7141. Dogs must be at least six months Month activities, Sept. 15 through Contact Freedom Chapel at 671- window or on the front door. old and current on all vaccinations. Oct. 15, are encouraged to attend. 4208 for more information. For more information, contact the BURGER KING CLOSURE Categories to be judged are biggest For more information, contact FCC office at 671-3376 or 671-3791. Only the drive-thru window is and smallest dog, best costume, Master Sgt. Jamie Santiago at 671- FAMILY CHILD CARE PROVIDER open until Sept. 10 at the Army and best trick, and ugliest and cutest 0215. Family Child Care is looking for BOARD MEMBERS SOUGHT Air Force Exchange’s Burger King dog. individuals who enjoy working with Positions are available on the restaurant, 2210 Kenly Avenue, as Registration is at 5 p.m. BASE RAMADAN OBSERVANCES children and want to operate a busi- Wilford Hall Medical Center the interior undergoes major renova- Call 671-2619 or 671-2352 for Ramadan observances will be ness from home. All start up materi- Institutional Review Board. tions. details. held daily at sunset through Sept. 20 als and training are provided. The board approves, monitors The entire restaurant will be at the Defense Language Institute For more information, contact the and reviews biomedical and behav- closed from Sept. 11 to Nov. 1 when MENTOR TRAINING student center, Bldg. 7452. FCC office at 671-3376 or 671-3791. ioral human research at WHMC and a grand re-opening is tentatively Mentor training for the Southwest The program includes breaking of Lackland. scheduled. Independent School District will be fast, congregational prayers, lec- CHILD CARE REQUIREMENTS The review board’s function is to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in tures and nightly prayer. Air Force Instruction 34-276, protect the rights and welfare of See BRIEFS P18 the Fiesta Room at the Skylark For more information, contact Family Child Care Programs, pro- Community Center. Chaplain (Capt.) Sharior Rahman at hibits the use of privatized or base Contact Sally Sobey at 977-5563 792-5106. quarters for child care on a regular To see menus for for more information. basis (more than 10 hours per week) Lackland dining PROTESTANT WOMEN TO MEET unless licensed by the 37th Mission halls, go online to HISPANIC HERITAGE MEETINGS The Protestant Women of the Support Group commander. www.lackland.af. The Hispanic Heritage committee Chapel’s first meeting of its new Additionally, unlicensed providers mil and click on meets Thursdays at 2 p.m. in the year is Sept. 8, 6:30-8 p.m., at are not permitted to advertise in the “Services” link. Inter-American Air Force Academy Freedom Chapel. base publications or post advertise-

CHAPEL SERVICES Christian Wilford Hall Medical Center Chapel Wednesday and Thursday: Wicca Catholic Mass, 3 p.m. Bible Study, 6 p.m. Wednesday Monday-Friday: (1st only): WHMC Chapel Orthodox Sunday: Freedom Chap- Mass, 11 a.m Sunday: Medina Chapel el, Room 8, San Airmen Memorial Chapel Contemporary Service, 9 a.m. Antonio Military Open Circle, Wednesday-Friday: Divine Liturgy, 9:30 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Freedom Chapel Religious Education, 10:45 a.m. WHMC Chapel Mass, 11:30 a.m. Traditional Service, 1:30 p.m. For more information, Protestant contact the chapel staff: Saturday: Sunday: Islamic Airmen Memorial Chapel Freedom Chapel Friday: Freedom Chapel Confessions, 4:45 p.m. Liturgical Service, 8 a.m. Defense Language Institute 671-4208 Mass, 5:30 p.m. Student Center Hope Chapel Faith Study, 1:30 p.m. Gateway Chapel Sunday: Spanish Contemporary, 12:45 p.m Jummah Prayer, 2 p.m. 671-2911 Freedom Chapel Hope Chapel Religious Education, 9 a.m. Freedom Chapel Jewish 671-2941 Mass, 11 a.m. Contemporary Service, 9:30 a.m. Friday: Wilford Hall Medical Gospel Service, 12:30 p.m. Airmen Memorial Chapel Center Chapel Hope Chapel Children’s Church provided Sabbath Eve Service, 292-7373 Hispanic Mass, 9:15 a.m. Religious Education, 11 a.m. 6 p.m. PAGE 18 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 BRIEFS from P17 LRS customer service also man- The program is offered by Alamo ages the zero overpricing program, Colleges and the first offering is Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince ATEWAY HEATER SKYLARK CC FLEA MARKET and defense reutilization and market- available to servicemembers at no FRIDAYG T The Skylark Community Center will ing office transaction assistance. cost. Harry Potter and the Half Blood sponsor a flea market Sept. 12 from To contact LRS customer service, The program has nine sessions, Prince, 6 p.m. (PG), starring Daniel 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Warhawk call 671-2575, 671-3801 or 671- beginning Sept. 22, and presents Radcliffe and Emma Watson. Fitness Center parking lot. 3802. information on call centers and simu- SATURDAY Spots are available for $10 or $15. lates call center activity. G-Force, noon (PG), starring Nicholas G-Force Cage and Penelope Cruz. The $15 fee includes a table. CENTERING PREGNANCY PROGRAM Call 671-3722 for reservations and The Collector, 3 p.m. (R), starring Call the community center at 671- The Wilford Hall Medical Center more information. Josh Stewart and Madeline Zima. 3191 for more information. obstetrics clinic offers the centering Harry Potter and the Half Blood pregnancy program to women in their PEDIATRIC DENTAL SCREENINGS Prince, 6 p.m. (PG). HYPERTENSION EDUCATION CLASS first trimester. The Lackland Pediatric Dental SUNDAY A hypertension education class is The program alters routine prena- Department is providing drop-in den- The Collector Harry Potter and the Half Blood Sept. 14, 12:30-3:30 p.m., at Wilford tal care by bringing women out of tal screenings for children under 13 in Prince, noon (PG). Hall Medical Center. exam rooms and into groups for care, September and October. G-Force, 3 p.m. (PG). The class is open to any patient or providing an opportunity for group The screening will offer an opinion THURSDAY family member interested in learning discussions of pregnancy, birth and and treatment recommendations or The Collector, 4 p.m. (R). more about hypertension. parenting. alternatives but no orthodontic evalu- For more information and future For more information or to register, For more information, call the OB ation. A copy of the child’s treatment movie listings, go to www.aafes. call the Nephrology Clinic at 292- clinic at 292-6311. plan or referral letter from their den- com/ems/conus/lackland.htm. 6868. tist is required. CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CERTIFICATE The screenings will be offered LRS CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAM Sept. 2, Sept. 16, Oct. 7 and Oct. 21 in Adults – $4. Children – $2. The 37th Logistics Readiness A customer relationship certificate the Longhorn Room of the Skylark Squadron customer service is the program seminar is Thursday, 1-2 Community Center, 8-11 a.m. Closed Monday through Wednesday. point of contact for all supply related p.m., at the Airman and Family For more information, contact Staff questions, concerns and complaints. Readiness Flight, Bldg. 1249. Sgt. Dianet Santos at 671-9876. AUGUST 28, 2009 TALESPINNER PAGE 19 SPORTS SCOREBOARD STARS AND STRIPES

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Aug. 25- total 1st 2nd 433rd AW 136 64 72 Services 144 70 74 Photos by Alan Boedeker 433rd AW 140 68 72 690th NSG 152 72 82 Members of Team Lackland attended the San Antonio Silver Stars’ Military Aug. 11- total 1st 2nd Appreciation Night matchup against the 737th TRG 141 69 72 314th MI Bn 176 68 78 Los Angeles Sparks Aug. 21. Along with a performance by the Honor Guard and the 433rd AW 140 68 72 323rd Training Squadron Drum and Bugle 690th NSG 152 72 82 Corps (right), bronze star and purple heart recipient Senior Airman Duane Dunlap Recreation W L (left) was recognized for his service in 1. Recruiting 7 0 2007. The Stars mascot “The Fox” got into 2. LAB 5 2 the act, wearing a multi-service uniform. 3. AFISR 4 3 4. 343rd TRS 2 5

Aug. 5- total 1st 2nd Recruiting 150 68 82 Lonestar Lounge set to tailgate year’s first Football Frenzy AFISR 156 69 87 EPTEMBER EVENTS July 29- total 1st 2nd Compiled by Patrick Desmond S : Four drawings will be held AFISR 146 69 77 Sports Editor throughout the NFL season. LAB 173 74 99 • Sept. 14- BUF @ NE, 7:00 PM The Jan. 4 drawing decides The Air Force Services • Sept. 21- IND @ MIA, 8:30 PM which fan is headed to Miami for SOFTBALL Agency’s Football Frenzy is once • Sept. 28- CAR @ DAL, 8:30 PM the Super Bowl. A final drawing, Over-35 W L again offering servicemembers Feb. 19, will award a $500 cash tickets to regular season NFL prize to 10 additional winners. 1. 737th TRG 2 0 The Lonestar Lounge opens at 4 p.m. 2. Sec. Forces 2 0 games and Super Bowl XLIV. “These trips are so fantastic, 3. 149th FW 2 1 The program is heading into even non-football fans are sure 4. CPSG 1 1 its 15th season. Randolph, and Tyndall AFBs will are shown weekly, with the kick- to enjoy them,” said Fred 5. Force Supprt Sq 0 0 6. CES 0 1 “Seven clubs in the Air offer their members an opportu- off party Sept. 14: Buffalo at McKenney, chief of Air Force 7. 543rd ISR 0 2 Education and Training nity to participate.” New England. Doors open at 4 Food and Beverage Division, 8. 433rd AW 0 2 Command will take part in this The Lonestar Lounge, located p.m. AFSVA. “We do more than just Aug. 25- year’s program,” Steve Cowan, within the Gateway Club, is In addition to winning NFL give them the entry into the 149th FW 26, 543rd ISR 5 AETC club program manager Lackland’s Football Frenzy game tickets, frenzy fans at the game; we also give them airline 149th FW 17, 433rd AW 8 Sec. Forces 23, CPSG 7 said. “Clubs at Altus, Goodfellow, headquarters. club enjoy free food, a live DJ tickets, a rental car, and hotel 737th TRG 12, CES 5 Lackland, Laughlin, Luke, Monday Night Football games and door prizes. accommodations.” BRIEFS TEAM TRIATHLON GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP BASKETBALL TRYOUTS YOUTH SOCCER COACHES The annual triathlon, the Rambler 120 The Gateway Hills Golf Course Champion- Lackland’s four-time Southwest Military Lackland’s youth soccer program is looking Team Challenge, is Oct. 17 at Canyon Lake. ship is Sept. 5-6, 8 a.m. shotgun start each Basketball League champion varsity team is for volunteers to coach children 5-14 years old Entry is $100 due by Sept. 25. Entry forms day. Tournament flights include championship, holding open tryouts Sept. 14-18, 6-8:30 p.m., during its fall season. Previous experience is are available online at www.randolphfss.com. ladies, seniors and super senior (65 and older). at the Chapparal Fitness Center. not required. For more information, call Steve Knechtel at An entry fee of $50 is due today. Players must For more information, contact the sports For more information, contact youth sports 652-6508. have a USGA handicap. office at 671-2725. at 671-2388. PAGE 20 TALESPINNER AUGUST 28, 2009 Airman’s tourney raises more than $3K Team Lackland helped raise $3,200 in support ing with our creed: never leave an Airman behind.” of Airman 1st Class Colton Read at a benefit golf General Heithold was part of “Team Read” which tourney in his name Thursday at the Gateway Hills included members of Airman Read’s family. Golf Course. Airman Read’s grandfather, Bill Read, and his The Security Hill Top III sponsored event gener- uncles, Carroll Read and Ronald Wood completed the ated funds for Airman Read, 20, who lost both legs team. “This is tremendous support that the personnel following complications from at a military from Lackland are giving to help support Colton and medical center in July. He was first transferred to his family,” said Carroll Read. Wilford Hall Medical Center earlier this month, and His grandmother, Judy Read, aunt, Deane now to the Center for the Intrepid at Brooke Army Capetillo, and cousin Natalie Wood, were also on Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston. hand to help. Airman Read is assigned to the 9th Intelligence Master Sgt. Chris Barber, Security Hill Top III Squadron, which falls under the Air Force president, said people had to be turned away due to Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance limited space to accommodate more golfers. Agency, headquartered at Lackland. “The experience of being able to help Airman “I have seen outpouring from the Air Force fam- Read and his family is what our professional organi- ily in combat, but I have never seen them come zations are for,” Sergeant Barber said. “This is a together like they have for Airman Read,” said Maj. tremendous opportunity to be able to help one of the Gen. Keith Heithold, Air Force ISR Agency com- members of our Air Force family.” mander, as he helped kick off the tournament. “I In addition to helping support Airman Read and can’t think of a better cause to hold a golf tourna- his family, participants also had a chance to win ment than to help one of our own. some donated prizes, including a Jeep Wrangler “Airman Read is one of the toughest guys I donated by Ingram Park Auto Center for the first know. No matter how much pain he may have been hole-in-one on the eighth hole at the course. Courtesy photo in, he has always managed to give a salute when I Unfortunately for the participants, no one claimed Ronald Wood adds body language to his putt at the first entered the room. We have got him in the best that prize. green on Gateway Hills Golf Course as other members of place to help him recover. That’s what this is all (Courtesy of Air Force Intelligence, Surveillance "Team Read" watch. about – continuing to support Colton Read in keep- and Reconnaissance Agency) Lackland to hold formation run in remembrance of 9/11

By Patrick Desmond The only addition will be per- The morning run will start at Sports Editor sonalizing each participant’s bib the 37th TRW headquarters with the name of a Sept. 11 victim. parade grounds at 5:30 a.m., This year’s Sept. 11 formation With Airmen’s attendance with Airmen joining into unit run, like its forerunners, allows expected to match the estimated and group formations. Airmen to gather for reveille and 3,000 victims that perished on After opening remarks by honor the day’s fallen Americans. Sept. 11, Chief Master Sgt. Juan 37th TRW leadership, the run Lewis, 37th Training Wing com- starts down Kenly Avenue to the mand chief, suggested that each bridge at Truemper Avenue and runner have the option of wearing then over to the training side of the name of a victim on his or her base before looping back to the running bib. opposite end of the parade He said learning about fallen grounds. Americans is essential to keeping Reveille will coincide with the their stories alive. raising of the flag and a moment “People are out there running of silence. for a reason: to remember the Airmen should arrive in their events of Sept. 11,” Chief Lewis PT attire. Signs will indicate said during the planning meeting placement on the parade field. Aug. 18. “Selecting a name will Parking is available at the encourage people to take a little parade field, 37th TRW Head- The formation run winds 2.1 miles time and learn about who those quarters, the Gateway Club and through Lackland’s streets. individuals were.” Mitchell Hall.