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Vol. 65, No. 41 , Fla. Training Expeditionary Airpower Experts Oct. 20, 2006 In Brief President, military leaders dedicate Air Bonita Bay flea market T h e B o n i t a B a y fall flea market is Force Memorial Staff Sgt. Julie Weckerlein 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat- Air Force Print News urday in the Bonita Bay parking lot and WASHINGTON (AFPN) – On behalf of a grateful pavilion area. Used nation, the President of the accepted the rental equipment from Air Force Memorial in a dedication ceremony here Outdoor Recreation attended by military leaders of the past and present, will be for sale. For political and business representatives and thousands more information, call of ordinary citizens and Airmen alike. 283-3199. “A soldier can walk the battlefields where he once fought,” said President George W. Bush. “A Marine Smoothie Zone can walk the beaches he once stormed, but an Airman Effective Sunday, can never visit the patch of sky he raced across to Smoothie Zone’s hours defend freedom. And so it is fitting that from this day of operation will be forward, the men and women of the Air Force will 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon- have this memorial.” day through Friday, The ceremony was the highlight of a day-long open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Satur- house event that attracted thousands of people from day and will be closed around the country to the south parking lot of the on Sundays. Pentagon. Huge screens were put up which allowed the visitors in the parking lot to view the dedication Volunteers needed ceremony, which took place at the base of the memorial. Volunteers are needed That crowd included H. Ross Perot and his son, H. Ross for Goblin Patrol 5 to Perot Jr., who is chairman of the Air Force Memorial foundation, and Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld. Tech. Sgt. Larry A. Simmons 8 p.m. Oct. 31 to ensure The Air Force Memorial, near the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., a safe Halloween for • See Memorial Page 21 was dedicated during a ceremony Oct. 12. trick-or-treaters. To sign up, call Tech. Sgt. Scott Brown, 325th Security America Soars on Air Force Wings Forces Squadron Police General T. Michael Moseley with you some observations of our Air North Korean preparations for missile Services NCO in charge, Air Force Chief of Staff Force that have inspired me since I was launches, Iranian nuclear programs, and at 283-2558 by Oct. 26. WASHINGTON (AFPN) – The Unit- a new second lieutenant – fresh from the dangerous borders between warring ed States of America depends on its Air commissioning at Texas A&M University nations. Airmen are America’s global Inside Force to defend the population, deliver – and continue to fill me with pride as the eyes and ears, likely the first to tip off global effects and jointly accomplish na- eighteenth Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air of an emerging threat to Americans and tional objectives to an extent unseen in the Force. America’s interests Air Force goes Cyber history of mankind. I see Airmen (Active, Reserve, Air I see Airmen who provide the first ... Page 9 In my 35 years of service, many things National Guard and Civilians), vigilant response worldwide for natural disasters have changed. Yet, what has remained at their post, who provide first warning of – on scene for rescue and delivering Housing Town Hall FAQs constant is the extraordinary dedication, threats world-wide through space, air and humanitarian supplies (to include ... Page 10 courage, and skill of the men and women cyber systems that never sleep and never complete hospitals) that often mean the we call “Airmen” who deliver for the blink. difference between life and death. Boy becomes “pilot” nation every minute of every day in air, From satellites that provide early I see Airmen airborne, in the center of ... Page 18 on the surface, in space, and cyberspace. warning, to over-tasked unmanned the worst storms and hurricanes in history, I am often asked: What does the Air aerial vehicles and surveillance and to track and provide the warning that is Medics to the rescue Force contribute? What does our national reconnaissance aircraft, Airmen operate critical to save lives and protect citizens’ ... Page 19 investment in air, space and cyberspace the world’s most advanced sensor network. property. power bring to America? Let me share They watch the globe – to include • See Wings Page 9 Trust, Teamwork, Training Page  Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006

ON THE STREET What is your favorite Air Force aircraft?

Hangin’ out Annie Holcombe, Bay County’s Chamber of Commerce Leadership Bay member, conquers one of the stations at the Ropes course here Oct. 6. Leadership Bay’s visit to O’Dark Thirty the course was designed to enhance relationships, “My favorite aircraft is the F-15 “My favorite aircraft is the F-117 teamwork and trust be- Eagle because my husband works Nighthawk. I like its technology tween Tyndall Airmen and on them.” and design.” community members. Isaac Gibson Senior Airman LeAnne Borsvold Clifford Kirkland 325th Communications Squadron Air Force retiree

Identify this ... Can you identify this object? If so, send an e-mail to editor@tyndall. af.mil with “Identify this” in the subject line. Three correct entries will be chosen at random and drawn from a hat to deter- mine the final winner. The prize can be claimed at the Public Affairs office. Staff Sgt. Barbara Figueroa, 325th Mission “I like the F-15. It’s old, but Support Group, correctly “My favorite is the E-3 Airborne reliable.” guessed the Oct. 13 “Iden- Warning and Control System, tify This” as an eyeshad- because it’s the platform I want to ow case. Congratulations fly on.” Sergeant Figueroa! Come 2nd Lt. Terry Hjerpe Master Sgt. Ivan Leonard claim your prize. 325th Air Control Squadron 325th Maintenance Squadron

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Amanda Ferrell 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs important, how do you motivate motivated and made to feel as if they of a good job, the chance to provide someone else or others? truly belong.” Hope for advancement informal feedback is neglected. (This is three of a four-part series We have a tendency to come or a chance to enter the top 20 must be Talk to your people. Patton’s quote, highlighting energy issues on Tyndall up with slogans or processes that provided to the middle 70. “Never tell people how to do things. during October, which is Energy attempt to make us better Tell them what needs doing Conservation Awareness Month.) or more efficient, but this and they will surprise you According to the U.S. Department of author believes nothing is with their ingenuity,” is a Energy, the average American family more important than getting “If people are never told, ‘Good job’ or given great example. spends an estimated $1,500 a year someone to want to do more constructive criticism, expect them to avoid think- Nonetheless, if people are on home energy bills. But Americans or, well ... do less with less. ing outside the box in the future.” never told, “Good job” or don’t have to waste money if they Embrace change; it will make given constructive criticism, conserve energy, say DOE officials. Lt. Col. William Routt us more efficient. Computers, 95th Fighter Squadron commander expect them to avoid By making minor lifestyle slide shows and spreadsheets thinking outside the box in changes and upgrading appliances will make our job easier. the future. and construction of existing homes They “lean” our processes out. These Performance feedback is habitually Informal and constant feedback is with more energy-efficient products, are needed and they’re beneficial, lacking for those who surround us. more effective than the required twice American consumers can drastically but the desire of the worker is more Often, even acknowledgement is not a year sessions with your Airmen. Ask reduce the expense of energy. important. there. As a leader or supervisor, do yourself if you’ve gone home after The Alliance to Save Energy and Jack Welch, former chief executive you provide feedback? Obviously, completing a project and wondered the Environmental Protection Agency officer of General Electric, talked the Air Force dictates it. Performance if that was what the boss was looking propose easy methods for conserving about “differentiation” and his 20-70- feedback worksheets are a great for. Have you wondered if you energy and encourage homeowners 10 categories of people. To paraphrase point of departure. But, what about overstepped your bounds or stepped to act on the information. The basics him, the top 20 are the show ponies, informally? out of your lane with some idea you still apply – turn off electric devices the middle 70 are the normal majority, For example, a “Hey, that was pressed with? That being said, could such as computer screens, lights and and the bottom 10 are the slugs. exactly what I was looking for” there be someone who works for you • See Energy Page 22 According to Welch, “Differentiation comment as you visit an Airman’s wondering the same?

A: The 325th Civil Engineer Squadron notified and telephone that all items would need to be picked up Action Line: Army & Air Force Exchange Service Sept. 15 that a mold no later than Sept. 29, but in hindsight, it would have problem existed in Bldg. 824 (the Alterations/Dry Cleaners been more beneficial for our customers if they had been Q: I was at the base dry cleaners Sept. 29 just facility) and informed AAFES that remediation would notified sooner. We apologize for any inconvenience to before closing. I was told I could get my clothes take about four weeks. In order to continue uninterrupted “the best customers in the world” and in the future, we but when I got there the building was emptied and service to our customers, AAFES decided to relocate the will take other measures (like posting signs, verbally a worker said the clothes were in another building Alterations Shop to the Main Exchange and the Laundry/ informing customers when they drop off items for all over the floor. There were other customers Dry Cleaners to the Military Clothing Sales Store. AAFES service, etc.) to ensure closure or relocation information there and they were angry. employees did their best to contact customers via email is communicated.

Action Line The Action Line is your direct line problem, call me at 283-2255. MPF and I.D. 283-2276 Call 283-2255 to me. It is one way to make Tyndall a For fraud, waste and abuse calls, SFS Desk Sgt. 283-2254 better place to work and live. you should talk to the 325th Fighter Services 283-2501 The goal is to provide you with an Wing Inspector General’s Office, Legal 283-4681 accurate, timely response. You must 283-4646. Housing 283-2036 leave your name, phone number or Calls concerning energy abuse CDC 283-4747 address to receive a response. should be referred to the energy hot Wing Safety 283-4231 Questions or comments of general line, 283-3995. ADC 283-2911 interest will be published in this forum. Below are more phone numbers Finance 283-4117 This avenue should only be used after to help you resolve any issues with a Civil Engineer 283-4949 coordinating problems or concerns base agency. Civilian Personnel 283-3203 with supervisors, commanders, first Commissary 283-4825 Base Information 283-1113 sergeants or facility managers. Pass and Registration 283-4191 Thank you for helping me improve If you’re not satisfied with the re- Medical and Dental 283-7515 Tyndall, and I look forward to hearing Brig. Gen. Tod Wolters sponse or you are unable to resolve the MEO 283-2739 from you. 325th Fighter Wing commander Page  Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 Congratulations to Tyndall’s Airman Leadership School Graduates (The following senior airmen graduated Tuesday:) Aquilino Alveoforbes 325th MDSS Marc Llafet 325th SFS John L. Levitow Aleix Omar Dominguez 325th AMXS Tasheena Luther 325th MXS Kaothar Hinkle SEADS Phillip Dyer 325th CES Terry Price 325th AMXS Jeffery Eriksson 325th AMXS Paul Robison 325th CS Distinguished Graduate Shawana Groom 325th OSS Daniel Scott 325th MOS Erin Reynolds 325th ACS Matthew Hardy 325th MOS Erik Stratton 325th SFS Sarah Harris 325th MOS Trenton Taylor 28th TES/Det. 2 Academic Steven Harrison 325th AMXS Jacob Thomas 325th SFS Dustin Skelton 325th MSS Kyle Haydel 325th AMXS Jacob Welsh 325th MXS Robert Hudson 325th AMXS Brian Wesolowski 325th MXS Leadership Veronica Jones AFCESA Micah Wilson 325th MOS Charles Foster 325th OSS Charles Lester 325th ACS Christopher Woods 325th SFS Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page  Page  Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 AAFES facilities garner top honors in food service DALLAS – With 2,063 fast food restaurants serv- ing troops from Ft. Bragg, N.C. to Baghdad, Iraq the Army & Air Force Exchange Service feeds tens of thousands of military families everyday. After more than two decades of aggressive expansion through a combination of commercial franchise partnerships and “signature-brand” offerings, the size and scope of AAFES’ name brand fast food portfolio is garnering accolades from some of the food industry’s biggest organizations. AAFES received recognition from the entire food industry when it picked up a 2006 Golden Chain Award at the Multi-Unit Foodservice Operators con- ference, which attracts the industry’s leading chain executives, entrepreneurs, business experts, analysts and commentators in Dallas, Texas. “AAFES’ partnership with 37 fast food brands is paying great dividends for military families,” said Robertson. “The burgers, pizzas and tacos AAFES delivers awaken every sense – smell, sight, taste and feel – to provide a literal ‘slice of home.’ Delivering these familiar products to military customers at loca- tions across the globe, including 176 fast food facili- ties in Operations Enduring and Iraqi Freedom, is critical in allowing AAFES to meet its dual mission to provide quality goods and services at competitively low prices and generate earnings to support Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs.” Last year, fast food operations not only helped AAFES accomplish the first part of its mission to deliver quality products, but also aided in the return of $229 million for critical MWR efforts, produc- ing a per capita dividend of $234 for every Soldier and Airman. In the past 10 years, the sales of goods and services like fast food have allowed AAFES to contribute more than $2.4 billion to military MWR programs to spend on quality of life improvements, including: Youth Services, Armed Forces Recreation Centers, arts and crafts, post functions and golf courses. In addition to partnerships with public chains like Popeye’s Chicken and Biscuits, Burger King and Baskin Robbins, AAFES also operates more than 500 “signature-brand” operations such as Anthony’s Pizza, Franks Franks and Wok’s Works. “Troops not only appreciate the familiarity of the branded products, but also recognize that AAFES’ exclusive military-only concepts provide excellent value and taste for the entire military family,” said Robertson. “The concepts have become so well know by military customers that we’ve even had some retirees approach us about franchising the ‘signature- brand’ concepts on the civilian sector.” (Courtesy of AAFES) Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page  Page  Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 Air Force leaders to develop new Cyber Command Staff Sgt. C. Todd Lopez command for cyberspace, capable of functioning space, land and sea. It is a domain in and through Air Force Print News as a supported or supporting component of the which we deliver effects – fly and fight, attack WASHINGTON (AFPN) – Air Force leaders joint force.” and defend – and conduct operations to obtain our are gathering in early November to discuss plans Air Force leaders begin planning for the new cy- national interests.” for creation of a new command, one chartered with ber command Nov. 16 at the Cyber Summit. During The cyber domain includes all the places an flying and fighting in cyber space. the summit, Air Force electron travels. The electron, which is part of the Cyberspace became an official leaders will chart a atom, can travel from one atom to the next. This Air Force domain, like air and way ahead for the Air concept is key to electronic communication and space, on Dec. 7, 2005, when Force’s role in cyber- energy transmission. Secretary of the Air Force Michael space, also called the An electron may travel from a cell phone to a W. Wynne and Chief of Staff of cyber domain, said cell tower, for instance. The path the electron takes, the Air Force Gen. T. Michael Dr. Lani Kass, direc- the shape of its path, the speed it travels, and the Moseley introduced a new mission tor of the Air Force direction it travels are all critical to ensuring the cell statement. Cyberspace Task phone works and that a usable signal is received. In a letter to Airmen, they said Force. As part of a signal, an electron can travel from a the new mission was to “deliver “The chief of staff handheld computer to a reception tower, over a wire sovereign options for the defense of the Air Force is to a telephone, to a television through an antenna, of the United States of America going to gather his from a radio transmitter to radio, and from computer and its global interests – to fly and fight in air, senior officers and talk about the new domain, in to computer as part of a network. space and cyberspace.” which, according to our mission, we are going to The electron can also travel, as part of energy Now, Air Force leaders are planning to stand fly and fight,” she said. “Our objective is to come transmission, from a microwave oven to popcorn up a new “cyber command,” to be responsible for out with a course, a vector, that will set us up for seeds to make them pop, from generators over a fighting in that domain, said General Moseley. transforming our Air Force, to get us ready for the wire to a light bulb, and from an X-ray machine “To deliver the full spectrum of effects we will fight of the 21st century.” through bone to a detection plate to make an image evolve a coherent enterprise, with warfighting According to Dr. Kass, cyberspace is neither a for a doctor to review. ethos, ready to execute any mission in peace, crisis mission nor an operation. Instead, cyberspace is The places where the electron travels is the cyber and war,” the general said. “We will foster a force a strategic, operational and tactical warfighting domain, or cyberspace. And the ability to deliver a of 21st century warriors, capable of delivering the domain – a place in which the Air Force or other full range of cyber effects – to detect, deter, deceive, full spectrum of kinetic and non-kinetic, lethal services can fight. disrupt, defend, deny, and defeat any signal or and non-lethal effects across all three domains. “The domain is defined by the electromagnetic electron transmission – is the essence of fighting in This is why we are standing up an operational spectrum,” Dr. Kass said. “It’s a domain just like air, cyberspace. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 

• From Wings Page 1 their unique domain – time and space force engaged. joint team to the airborne Airmen – I see Airmen airborne, fighting forest are compressed. To them, geographical I see Airmen demonstrating the delivering the desired kinetic and non- and range fires, delivering fire retardant expanses are reduced and geographical inherent flexibility of American air kinetic effects 24 hours a day, seven liquid from C-130s – again to save barriers are bypassed by the hurtling power in responding to combat tasking days a week – and, they too, have never lives and protect citizens’ property. aircraft – again exploiting the inherent during this same period with two skipped a beat. From rescuing individuals in danger, benefits of the ultimate high ground additional deployments into the Arabian I see Airmen who represent America to providing storm warning, to fighting and vantage of operating within this Gulf, as well as combat operations over at its best: its honor, valor, courage, fires, to delivering supplies across a unique domain. Bosnia and Kosovo and an unwavering and devotion; its mastery of science global air bridge, Airmen are the real In combat, these Airmen live or die air bridge for resupply and medical and technology; its awesome military manifestation of American compassion alone. They’re certainly accompanied evacuation – without skipping a beat. might; its commitment to freedom; and strength. by others, flying and fighting alongside I see Airmen on duty at this moment its flexibility and adaptability. It has It has been my observation Airmen – but, really, they are alone in these flying America’s constellation of always been this way: from our humble do these tasks so well that people at risk . They’re fighting the laws military spacecraft. This solely Air beginnings since before World War expect an American response no matter of physics, as well as our increasingly Force mission involves hundreds of I, to a decisive military force which how far or how adverse the conditions lethal enemies. And the connection to military satellites and thousands of ended World War II, to a truly global or how tough the task. It has also been technology is real because first they Airmen, serving as the Nation’s eyes force that manned the intercontinental my observation these Airmen make all become part of the aircraft and then the and ears. These Airmen operate the key missiles, jet tankers and of this look so easy that others believe it aircraft becomes a part of them, all in spacecraft that provide early warning, the Cold War, and today contribute to a is easy – which, of course, it’s not. defense of this Nation. communications, precise navigation long list of successes in the global war I see Airmen who are often first to I see Airmen succeed throughout and weather information for America’s on terror. the fight through the attributes inherent the world, mirroring America’s combat forces. They are “on watch” 24 As a reminder of the successes, the in the exploitation of air power, diversity and its blend of capabilities, hours a day, seven days a week – and last time American Soldiers have been engaging enemies across vast ranges devotion, courage, and valor that unite again, they have never skipped a beat. attacked by enemy aircraft was April, on a truly global scale, striking targets warriors across cultures and national I see Airmen airborne at this moment 1953 – more than 53 years ago! The or transporting themselves and their boundaries. in support of Operation Noble Eagle ability for our surface combatants fellow warriors to hot spots throughout I see Airmen who provide measured – overhead the cities and U.S. citizens. to look up into the sky, knowing that the world. These Airmen then stand military effects and save lives. This solely Air Force mission involves there’s nothing to fear is priceless. alongside them in the fight as a joint I see Airmen standing shoulder to hundreds of aircraft and thousands Yet, air, space and cyberspace team, delivering military options, shoulder with their brothers and sisters of Airmen, operating from dozens of dominance is not an entitlement – it’s anywhere on Earth. on the ground, hunting terrorists as locations – scattered from Alaska, to a direct fight that must be won as a These Airmen fly bombers on a part of our special ops teams, driving Hawaii, to the East Coast, serving as predicate to any other activity. The battle truly intercontinental scale, routinely convoys, guarding bases, conducting the airborne shield for America. These for air, space, and, now, cyberspace striking targets at ranges unequaled in truly high risk combat search and Airmen, in flight aboard Airborne superiority has been – and will always the history of warfare, with peerless rescue missions, and providing medical Waring and Control Systems early be – the first battle of any war. precision, speed, and lethality, while services in places the devil himself warning aircraft, aerial refueling tankers These Airmen of today’s U.S. Air simultaneously holding other targets at doesn’t dare to tread. and jet fighters are on “on watch” 24 Force have a glorious heritage: from risk, thereby deterring and dissuading I see the daily mission reports from hours a day, seven days a week – and the days of the first combat pilots of adverse actions. U.S. Central Command, documenting again, they have never skipped a beat. the Lafayette Escadrille of WWI, to Other Airmen fly the giant airlift multiple examples of Airmen on I see Airmen on duty at this moment the groundbreaking Tuskegee Airmen and refueling aircraft, also on a truly the scene when surface troops are across the Inter-Continental Ballistic of WWII, to the early jet pilots flying intercontinental scale, daily delivering in contact, who attack with both the Missile (ICBM) fields and deep “Sabres” over the distant Yalu River humanitarian relief supplies, other aircraft-mounted gatling guns and within the missile silos located across during the Korean War, to the early war fighters, cargo, and the means with the precision-guided munitions, the heartland of America – ”North of space and missile pioneers that put to conduct theater war fighting on and whose actions set the conditions Interstate 80.” This solely Air Force America on the ultimate high ground of the scale required in this long war on for victory. This is the essence of the mission involves hundreds of missiles space, to the heroic Jolly Green Giants terrorism. In fact, every 90 seconds, combatant spirit and the joint team. and thousands of Airmen, serving as the and prisoners of war of Vietnam, to the somewhere on the surface of the Earth, I see Airmen who quietly support most responsive element of America’s Airmen presently engaged in combat these Airmen take to the air – 24 hours national objectives over the long “triad,” our nuclear deterrent backstop. across Iraq and Afghanistan. a day, seven days a week, good weather term. When American ground troops These Airmen are also “on watch” 24 They all live on the threshold of a or foul in defense of this country. returned home after liberating Kuwait hours a day, seven days a week – and vast horizon – across the air, space I see Airmen slip into hollow cockpits in 1991, Airmen stayed in theater as the again, they have never skipped a beat. and cyberspace domains. Airmen must of fighter aircraft and, to paraphrase preponderance of the force deployed to I see battlefield Airmen engaged in be able to continue to mold America’s James Salter’s “Gods of Tin,” plug not only enforce the United Nations’ surface combat alongside this country’s incredible technological might into the themselves into the machine. As these Resolutions but to defend the local finest Soldiers, Sailors and Marines. air, space and cyber systems which Airmen prepare themselves for combat, populations from tyranny. In fact, since These special operators, combat guarantee our freedoms and our future. the canopy grinds shut and seals them that time, Airmen have been fighting controllers, para-jumpers (combat The United States of America and off. Their oxygen, their very breath, in Iraq for 16 straight years, including search and rescue to bring back all the joint team that defends it depend is carried with them into the chilled the 12 years of sacrifice and deployed downed Airmen, no matter their on their Air Force to deliver national vacuum in a steel bottle. Their only operations in support of Operation nationality or service), terminal attack objectives on a global scale to an extent voice is the radio. They’re as isolated Northern Watch and Operation controllers, combat communicators, unseen in the history of mankind. Yes, as a deep-sea diver. Southern Watch – standing guard in the and combat weathermen serve as the America truly soars on Air Force For these warriors – operating in desert as the major American military immediate connection from the surface wings. Page 10 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 Town hall meeting provides answer to housing concerns A town hall meeting was held Monday, If a loss is sustained and a claim needs Will I be allowed to have a pool or a The assignments will be determined by giving base housing residents a chance to be filed, residents should notify GMH trampoline? the construction schedule and demolition to voice concerns and ask questions by the next business day. If you currently have permission for phasing. concerning housing privatization. The Will pets be permitted in privatized a trampoline or pool on record with the If I have been in housing for 12 years following questions are some of the housing? housing office and an AF Form 332 and I am in the in concerns addressed at the meeting. All pets must be registered with GMH on file you will be grandfathered into older housing, how will I qualify for Will it be necessary to sign a lease? by completing the pet addendum when the program and you may retain your the newer housing? Yes. If the member is deployed, signing the lease. If additional pet(s) are trampoline or pool. If you elect to remove The assignments will be determined by Special Power of Attorney will be acquired after move-in, the resident must your trampoline or pool, the ground must the construction schedule and demolition needed to sign the lease. The lease is update the pet addendum within 10 days. be restored to the original condition and phasing. a 12-month agreement between the All pets are required to be registered at restored at your expense. Will storage sheds be allowed? member and GMH. The lease lets the the Tyndall Veterinary Services within 10 Use of trampolines, pools and hot tubs Storage sheds are prohibited. Military developer collect the Basic Allowance days of arrival or after taking ownership are prohibited in the housing areas. members assigned to housing at the for Housing that is used for construction of the animal. Will a different type of cable service present time with storage sheds in the financing. Occupants already residing on base be offered? rear of the units are allowed to keep the Will it be necessary to have renter’s and having a pet or pets that have been The current service wil contine, but storage sheds. Military members must insurance? currently approved by the housing office other options are being researched. have an AF Form 332 on file with the The landlord will provide personal will be grandfathered into the program, Satellite systems are permitted; however, housing office. property and liability insurance for every but must register the pet with the GMH they will not be larger than 39 inches in Will military members have to pay home upon application of the resident. community manager and complete a diameter. In order to ensure installation for utilities? Residents may augment the insurance pet addendum. If you have a special does not damage homes or detract from Currently utilities are included in provided by the landlord to ensure that requirement please discuss your situation the appearance of the homes or the your rent. Once all of the homes in adequate coverage is provided for all with the community manager on a case- community, the resident must agree to a neighborhood are equipped with personal property. by-case basis. the terms of the satellite dish addendum individual meters, consumption and costs A coverage sheet will be provided Only cats, dogs, hamsters, gerbils, fish and execute such addendum which will will be tracked for one year. An average to each family describing the terms, and birds are allowed in family housing. become a binding part of the lease. consumption will be determined for limits and conditions of the policy and A maximum of two pets are allowed per Once the new housing is built how coverage. home. will the residents be assigned? • See Housing Page 22 rom age • F PTU P 6 The Gulf Defender is published for people like Senior Airman Justin Usera, 325th Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller

Tech. Sgt. Andre Ancic Tech. Sgt. Angela Wilson Duty title: F-15 crew chief instructor Time in service: Eleven years and one Duty title: 325th Maintenance Operations month Squadron database management and Hometown: McCalla, Ala. production analysis NCO in charge Hobbies: Playing my XBox 360, racquet- Hometown: Houston ball, wallyball Time on station: Eleven months Goals: To finish my bachelor’s degree and Nineteen years achieve master instructor Time in service: Favorite thing about your unit: The im- Hobbies: Traveling and shopping pact Goals: To make master sergeant and even- our instructors have on the flightline. tually chief master sergeant Favorite movie: “Napoleon Dynamite” Favorite thing about Tyndall AFB: The Favorite book: “Tyrannosaur Canyon” by challenge of utilizing your supervisory skills Douglas Preston Steve Wallace Favorite movie: “Shark Tale” Pet Peeves: People who say they are Sergeant Andre Ancic receives the Associate Favorite book: “How Stella Got Her Groove team players but are quick to blame others Spotlight from Capt. Christopher Reese, 372nd 1st Lt. Amanda Ferrell Back” by Terry McMillan Training Squadron /Detachment 4 commander. for their mistakes. Sergeant Wilson receives the Checkertail Salute OPSEC – Proudest moment in the military: Get- Proudest moment in the military: Sergeant Ancic managed his detachment’s 41 instructors’ Warrior of the Week award from Col. Scott Davis, ting an incentive ride in an F-15 Making technical sergeant classes and instructed hydraulic classes. He also created so- The Associate Spotlight is a 325th Fighter Wing 325th Fighter Wing vice commander. When in doubt, talk it lutions for a persistent F-15 brake and a recurring hydraulic commander program designed to recognize Sergeant Wilson contributed to raising her shop’s pro- The Checkertail Salute is a 325th Fighter Wing a Warrior from one of Tyndall’s tenant units. commander program designed to recognize Tyn- out with your security system malfunction for the 95th Aircraft Maintenance Unit. Supervisors can nominate individuals via their ductivity rate 10 percent and decreased errors 50 percent. dall’s Warrior of the Week. Supervisors can nomi- In his free time he volunteered at the local American Red squadron and group commanders. Award re- She revamped the F-15 data verification process saving nate individuals via their squadron and group com- manager. Keep Tyndall Cross Center and collected over 500 pounds for hurricane cipients receive a certificate from the wing com- eight man-hours per aircraft maintenance unit analysis per manders. Award recipients receive a certificate, secure. disaster preparation efforts. mander and other items presented by their unit. week. letter from the commander and a one-day pass. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 11 TTrainingraining SSppotlightotlight Instructor teaches students more than intelligence Training Spotlight 1st Lt. Amanda Ferrell whereas my experience at Mildenhall was instructor, he works diligently to ensure 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs with more ‘low intensity’ operations,” his students learn the material, and he Ongoing readiness exercises and said Sergeant Olszewski. “It gave me pushes his students to perform to the next deployment training are constant a broad perspective, and I pass that level. He’s willing to go that ‘extra step’ reminders that Tyndall Airmen are knowledge onto my students here.” to take care of his students.” poised and ready to engage in the Global “The intelligence business is founded “Master Sgt. Olszewski wants students War on Terror. on credibility,” said Maj. Andres to learn from his mistakes so they Intelligence trainees from the Special Nazario, 720th Special Tactics Group don’t make the same ones in the field Operations Command Intelligence director of intelligence. “Master during live combat operations,” said Formal Training Unit, which is attached Sgt. Olszewski has the operational John Smith, AFSOC IFTU instructor. to the 325th Fighter Wing and located at experience and credibility needed to “He tries to create an environment as , Fla., gain the knowledge teach a crop of new special operations realistic as possible to the one they will and insight needed to navigate today’s intelligence professionals the ropes.” be operating in.” battle space, which is riddled with The need for intelligence professionals Sergeant Olszewski, along with anomalous threats and cultural has increased since initial GWOT his fellow instructors, remains the differences. operations began more than five years foundation of the special operations For one particular instructor, ago. With eight classes, producing 96 intelligence community by producing preparing intelligence professionals graduates a year, the special operations capable war fighters who will support What will you always remem- for their role in the Global War on intelligence community at Hurlburt, is the GWOT following their graduation ber about your first flight in Terror is a pressing responsibility, working to provide experts to meet the from the four-week intelligence course. the F-15? and it one he proudly accepts. current and future demand for Air Force “All students, both officer and Master Sgt. Jason Olszewski, intelligence personnel. enlisted, benefit from the experiences “I remember climbing up the AFSOC IFTU superintendent, has been “For eight months, Master Sgt. Master Sgt. Olszewski relates to in ladder and sitting in the cockpit of an instructor at the largest intelligence Olszewski was the acting director of the classroom,” said Mr. Wade. “He this massive jet. The power of the formal training unit in the Air Force for the AFSOC IFTU, and led an initiative provides examples of intelligence jet is amazing.” two years. to ‘surge’ training operations in order to support successes and failures, 1st Lt. Alan Schulenberg “Master Sgt. Olszewski brings 14 reduce the backlog of special operations highlighting the failures as lessons 1st Fighter Squadron B-Course student years of intelligence experience to intelligence personnel and meet the learned and not to be repeated.” the table,” said Ralph Wade, a fellow growing demands of special operations in Serving as an example himself, the AFSOC IFTU instructor. “His attitude the GWOT,” said Maj. Kenneth Cushing, sergeant’s experience and enthusiasm and enthusiasm concerning the value an AFSOC IFTU Operating Location-B for special operations intelligence Congratulations to the Air intelligence specialist brings to the fight commander. “The AFSOC IFTU has enables students to successfully carry Battle Manager graduates of are infectious.” been lauded as the intelligence training out their mission and serve as the Air Class 07-001 from the 325th Sergeant Olszewski’s past experience ‘model’ due in large part to Master Sgt. Force’s newest special operations Air Control Squadron! as an intelligence professional at Olszewski’s outstanding leadership.” intelligence professionals. Royal Air Force Mildenhall, England The sergeant’s leadership style has “This is the best job I’ve ever had,” and Kadena Air Base, Japan has made a tremendous impact on both his said Sergeant Olszewski. “I enjoy being provided students outstanding insight students and peers. able to relay my experiences to students into the intelligence requirements “Professionally, Master Sgt. Olszewski in a way that offers perspective and helps of special operations units, said is an ideal senior non-commissioned them see how supporting the special Mr. Wade. officer – one who inspires you to perform operations intelligence mission differs “In Korea, I gained experience to a higher standard,” said 1st Lt. Jennifer from other intelligence missions in the operating under the ‘total war’ concept, Phillips, AFSOC IFTU student. “As an Air Force.”

I brake for jets Staff Sgt. Michael Kell, 372nd Training Squadron/Detachment 4 F-15 crew chief instructor, explains the different com- ponents of the brake assembly to Air- To learn about becoming men Basic Caleb White, Will Prince, Ryan a member of the Tyndall Walsh, 372nd TRS/Det. 4 students. Honor Guard, call 283-4405. Steven Wallace Page 12 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, F2006eature

“The 95th FS defended the target from all striker air- craft in accordance with the mission objectives,” said Lt. Col. Mark Hayes, 95th FS director of operations. “The 95th FS, without doubt, were the clear winners of this engagement. It was a huge success given the challenge at hand.” Sometimes meeting an objective requires conquering of a few obstacles. War Day was not an exception. “We ran into a couple of obstacles along the way,” said Major Rudd. “The biggest obstacle was the weather. Part of the airspace we planned to use was completely unworkable. So, we made a real time change to the plan, and then proceeded with the mission.” As with any mission, training or real world, safety is paramount. “Safety is always important,” said Major Rudd. “A smart tactical plan is inherently safe. If it is not safe, it is not a smart plan.” “(War Day) in my opinion, was the most effective training the instructor pilots in the 95th FS have had in the last year and a half,” he continued. This is the third War Day the 95th FS has held in the last three years, providing LFE training for instructors that is difficult to come by in a training squadron. “Hopefully this tradition will continue,” said Colo- nel Routt. A pair of F-15s take off to participate in War Day while alert jets were cocked and ready to go.

Major Rudd reviews his check list from the cockpit of an F-15 prior to taxi. Major Rudd joined 11 other F-15 pilots in flight for War War Day provides training for 95th FS instructors

ing covering mission objectives, rules of engagement, tors and students the objective is to fight and win wars. Many units provide radio protocol, safety and more. Twelve F-15s from the 95th FS took part in War “Leadership has given us this great opportunity for Day. Also participating in War Day were four B-52s a real fighter challenge training,” he said, stressing the importance of the day from Barksdale AFB, La.; four F-16s from Kelly Air Story and Photos by Staff Sgt. Stacey Haga to the pilots. National Guard, Texas; two AT-38s from Moody AFB, 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs During War Day, the squadron, along with other Ga.; four F-4s from the 82nd Aerial Targets Squadron It’s the beginning of “War Day” for the 95th units from Tyndall and nearby bases, engaged in a here and four F-15s from the 1st FS here. Fighter Squadron on an overcast, autumn morning. fictional war scenario referred to as a large force The scenario had two countries joined together The briefing room is full of flight suits, each worn exercise. against the U.S., attacking an area of the Gulf-side of by pilots conversing with each other about the day’s “War Day was an exercise that provided a unique Florida for political and capital gain. upcoming events. Occasional laughter fills the room. opportunity to challenge both the 95th FS and the The F-15s took on the challenge of defending the It’s about 15 minutes until their mission briefing 95th Aircraft Maintenance Unit in a way that most U.S. as “blue air,” while the others, with call signs like starts. resembles real world combat,” said Lt. Col. William Rash, Skull, and Doom, played “red air,” attacking As it becomes five minutes until, a hush spreads Routt, 95th FS commander. them from the south. across the room and anticipation rises. The exercise was developed to keep the instructor “Going against the threat of War Day is far more You could hear a pin drop. pilots’ tactical viability and boost their morale. difficult than that of any other country, not because of The briefing always starts precisely on time, not a “When the instructors were in their operational the numbers of aircraft or the aircraft’s capability, but minute before and not a minute after. units, they had more opportunities for LFEs,” said because we are fighting American pilots who are the Airman 1st Class Benjamin Wheeler, 95th AMU crew chief (center), assists Major “Time hack, in one minute it will be zero-seven- Colonel Routt. “Here, they train students day in and best trained in the world,” said Colonel Routt. “They Rudd and 2nd Lt. Anthony May, 95th FS student pilot, into the cockpit of an F- thirty,” said Maj. Jason Rudd, 95th Fighter Squadron day out and their student load is not easing up. The know and use the same tactics we do. They know our 15. Weapons and Tactics Chief. scenarios they teach are far simpler blocking and tack- capabilities and our weaknesses.” “Hack, zero-seven-thirty,” he said one minute ling than War Day. This day was created to challenge With “red air” regenerating themselves after being Lt. Col. Phil Campbell, 95th FS director of later. the instructors.” “shot,” they had the advantage with 30 aircraft against scheduling inspects the front wheel well of an Major Rudd then proceeds to launch into the brief- The exercise also served as a reminder to both the instruc- “blue air’s” 11. F-15 during a preflight inspection. FeatureOct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 13

“The 95th FS defended the target from all striker air- craft in accordance with the mission objectives,” said Lt. Col. Mark Hayes, 95th FS director of operations. “The 95th FS, without doubt, were the clear winners of this engagement. It was a huge success given the challenge at hand.” Sometimes meeting an objective requires conquering of a few obstacles. War Day was not an exception. “We ran into a couple of obstacles along the way,” said Major Rudd. “The biggest obstacle was the weather. Part of the airspace we planned to use was completely unworkable. So, we made a real time change to the plan, and then proceeded with the mission.” As with any mission, training or real world, safety is paramount. “Safety is always important,” said Major Rudd. “A smart tactical plan is inherently safe. If it is not safe, it is not a smart plan.” “(War Day) in my opinion, was the most effective training the instructor pilots in the 95th FS have had in the last year and a half,” he continued. This is the third War Day the 95th FS has held in the last three years, providing LFE training for instructors that is difficult to come by in a training squadron. “Hopefully this tradition will continue,” said Colo- nel Routt. A pair of F-15s take off to participate in War Day while alert jets were cocked and ready to go.

Major Rudd reviews his check list from the cockpit of an F-15 prior to taxi. Major Rudd joined 11 other F-15 pilots in flight for War War Day provides training for 95th FS instructors ing covering mission objectives, rules of engagement, tors and students the objective is to fight and win wars. Many units provide radio protocol, safety and more. Twelve F-15s from the 95th FS took part in War “Leadership has given us this great opportunity for Day. Also participating in War Day were four B-52s a real fighter challenge training,” he said, stressing the importance of the day from Barksdale AFB, La.; four F-16s from Kelly Air Story and Photos by Staff Sgt. Stacey Haga to the pilots. National Guard, Texas; two AT-38s from Moody AFB, 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs During War Day, the squadron, along with other Ga.; four F-4s from the 82nd Aerial Targets Squadron It’s the beginning of “War Day” for the 95th units from Tyndall and nearby bases, engaged in a here and four F-15s from the 1st FS here. Fighter Squadron on an overcast, autumn morning. fictional war scenario referred to as a large force The scenario had two countries joined together The briefing room is full of flight suits, each worn exercise. against the U.S., attacking an area of the Gulf-side of by pilots conversing with each other about the day’s “War Day was an exercise that provided a unique Florida for political and capital gain. upcoming events. Occasional laughter fills the room. opportunity to challenge both the 95th FS and the The F-15s took on the challenge of defending the It’s about 15 minutes until their mission briefing 95th Aircraft Maintenance Unit in a way that most U.S. as “blue air,” while the others, with call signs like starts. resembles real world combat,” said Lt. Col. William Rash, Skull, and Doom, played “red air,” attacking As it becomes five minutes until, a hush spreads Routt, 95th FS commander. them from the south. across the room and anticipation rises. The exercise was developed to keep the instructor “Going against the threat of War Day is far more You could hear a pin drop. pilots’ tactical viability and boost their morale. difficult than that of any other country, not because of The briefing always starts precisely on time, not a “When the instructors were in their operational the numbers of aircraft or the aircraft’s capability, but minute before and not a minute after. units, they had more opportunities for LFEs,” said because we are fighting American pilots who are the Airman 1st Class Benjamin Wheeler, 95th AMU crew chief (center), assists Major “Time hack, in one minute it will be zero-seven- Colonel Routt. “Here, they train students day in and best trained in the world,” said Colonel Routt. “They Rudd and 2nd Lt. Anthony May, 95th FS student pilot, into the cockpit of an F- thirty,” said Maj. Jason Rudd, 95th Fighter Squadron day out and their student load is not easing up. The know and use the same tactics we do. They know our 15. Weapons and Tactics Chief. scenarios they teach are far simpler blocking and tack- capabilities and our weaknesses.” “Hack, zero-seven-thirty,” he said one minute ling than War Day. This day was created to challenge With “red air” regenerating themselves after being Lt. Col. Phil Campbell, 95th FS director of later. the instructors.” “shot,” they had the advantage with 30 aircraft against scheduling inspects the front wheel well of an Major Rudd then proceeds to launch into the brief- The exercise also served as a reminder to both the instruc- “blue air’s” 11. F-15 during a preflight inspection. Page 14 Gulf Defender Gulf Guide Oct. 20, 2006 Briefs

Dry cleaning and alterations facility relocated Dry cleaning has temporarily relocated to the Military Clothing Sales store in Bldg. 1506 and alterations has relocated to the Base Exchange customer service area. The hours of operation for both services will remain the same. The phone number for dry cleaning has been changed to 286-4032.

PCS workshop The next Smooth Move Permanent Change of Station Workshop will be held 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 8 in Bldg. 743. This is a voluntary workshop designed to assist military and civilian members and their families as they prepare for a PCS. Please note, if this is either your first PCS or remote assignment you are required to make an appointment. To sign up for the workshop, please call 283-4204.

Retiree Appreciation Day Lisa Norman Tyndall will host a Retiree Apprecia- You’ve got mail tion Day Nov. 4. Events include base Senior Airman Andrew Riley, 325th Communications Squadron document security clerk, sorts mail. mission tours, free health screenings The Official Mail Center, located in Building 1003, is the hub for all incoming and outgoing official mail. and Base Exchange and Commissary The OMC is collocated with the Postal Service Center and the Tyndall Branch of the United States Postal specials for retirees. To sign up for the Service. The OMC customer service is open Monday through Friday and hours of operation are 9 a.m. - base tour, call 283-4204. 4:30 p.m. May 15 through Nov. 14 and 7:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Nov. 15 through May 14. Tricare briefing The 325th Medical Group Tricare op- During open season, FEHB Program munity, join the speaker’s bureau by erations office and Tricare service center enrollees can change health plans and contacting the 325th Fighter Wing staff will join with the Naval Support enrollment. New eligible employees Public Affairs office at 283-4500. Activity Clinic, Panama City Beach to may also enroll during this time. The present a Tricare health benefits briefing new Federal Employees’ Dental and Thrift Shop 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., Nov. 9 at the NSA Long Vision Insurance Program will be open The Thrift Shop is open 9:30 a.m. Glass Club. The presentation addresses for enrollment during this time. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesday - Friday. all aspects of the Tricare health benefit For more information, contact Bell Consignments are accepted from Catholic services to include Tricare for Life and a segment Ward at 283-8233. all valid identification card holders Daily Mass, 11:30 a.m. Monday–Friday, will cover skilled nursing versus long 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays Chapel Two term care. For more information, contact GCCC and Thursdays. For more information, Reconciliation, 11 a.m. Fridays the 325th MDG Tricare Operations office Gulf Coast Community College call 286-5888. or by appointment at 283-7331 or 283-7332. will be closed Nov. 10, at all locations Chapel 2 in observance of Veterans Day. The Airman magazine Sunday Mass, 9:30 a.m., Chapel Two Federal employees health benefits deadline to apply for Fall Graduation The fall quarterly issue of Airman Religious Education, 11 a.m., Because of open season for federal em- is Nov. 17. Applications are available is currently available. For informa- Bldg. 1476 ployees health benefits Nov. 13 through on-line under Web Registration-Forms. tion on e-mail notifications, magazine Dec. 11, Tyndall will host a health fair For more information call 283-4332. subscriptions, reader feedback or story Protestant services Traditional worship service, 1 to 4 p.m. Nov. 14 in Bldg. 662, room ideas, go to http://www.af.mil/news/ 9:30 a.m., Chapel One 237. Representatives from Blue Cross Military speakers needed airman/contact.shtml. Contemporary worship service, Blue Shield of Florida, the Mail Han- Community function planners, 11 a.m., Chapel Two dlers Benefits Plan, and Government schools and local groups are re- AAFES catalog supplement Wednesday Fellowship, Employees Hospital Association, will questing service members to speak The 2006 Exchange Fall/Winter 5 p.m., Chapel Two be present at the health fair to answer about their mission and experiences Jewelry supplement is now available. (For more information on other questions concerning federal employ- in the Air Force. If you are inter- The supplement is available at all main services in the local area, call the Chaplain’s office at 283-2925.) ees health benefits. ested in speaking in the local com- stores and online at aafes.com. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 15

1st FS takes first in Pig Prog Intramural Sports Standings Pigskin Prognosticator They were predicted to be a top offense this year, but From Coffee Town have struggled to put points on the board. Flag Football What an exciting weekend of football! Coming into the game, Tampa Bay had given up 91 Congratulations to the 325th Secu- It provided hope for those fans whose teams are points through four games and Cincinnati could only rity Forces Squadron the Flag Football perennial losers and discomfort to fans who thought manage 13 points. It should be alright though – just talk champions for 2006! They beat the 325th their team was a lock for the playoffs. to wide receiver Chad Johnson and he’ll tell you about Operations Squadron 42-27 in the cham- Out of 13 games, nine were decided by less than 10 how many end zone celebrations he’s got planned for pionship game. points and eight of these were this week’s game. Bowling decided by three points or less. Let’s talk to someone It kept my heart pumping until who does have something Team W L Team W L MSS 60 20 CES 40 40 the final whistle. Who is Tyndall to celebrate. The 1st Test 59 21 AMXS #2 40 40 Of all the games, two really picking? Fighter Squadron took RED HORSE 56 24 AMXS #4 38 42 stood out this week to me. One MOS 56 24 83rd #2 36 44 over first place in the pig Services 51 29 ACS #2 36 44 was the Titans versus Redskins. 325th OSS picks prog standings after they SFS 52 28 CS #1 36 44 It may have been the biggest got nine picks correct. Phase #1 48 32 A F N O R T H 36 44 for NFL week seven: AFCESA #1 44 36 #3 34 46 upset this week considering “It feels great being in DS2 44 36 CONS 32 48 the Redskins were considered ACS #1 44 36 372nd TRS 30 50 Carolina at Cincinnati first. I just hope I can stay Super Bowl bound by many. on top of the heap until AMMO 42 38 43rd AMU 30 50 Detroit at N.Y. Jets AFNORTH #1 42 38 MED GP 26 54 I think that idea was pretty Green Bay at Miami the end of the season,” AMXS #1 42 38 ISRD 26 54 hilarious considering they Jacksonville at Houston said Tami Viskoscil, 1st AFCESA #2 42 38 CS #2 24 56 83rd #1 40 40 Phase #2 8 72 barely made the playoffs last New England at Buffalo FS picker. “I’m especially season and quarterback Mark Philadelphia at Tampa Bay happy I’m beating the Team High Game Scratch AMXS #1 952 Brunell’s arm is as strong as Pittsburgh at Atlanta maintenance squadron.” Team High Series Scratch AMMO 2816 their kicker’s. San Diego at Kansas City When I attempted Team High Game Handicap RED HORSE 1136 Team High Series Handicap AFNORTH #1 3342 I mean, come on! He’s 700 Denver at Cleveland to contact the 325th High Male Game Scratch Steve Murphy 279 trillion years old and the team Arizona at Oakland Maintenance Squadron High Male Series Scratch Troy Brown 737 expects him to be able to throw Minnesota at Seattle picker Mark Massey, he High Male Game Handicap Jason Smith 289 Washington at Indianapolis High Male Series Handicap James Warren 774 to receivers who are known conveniently avoided his High Female Game Scratch Michelle Clements 214 for outrunning defenses, not N.Y. Giants at Dallas phone. Massey did get nine High Female Series Scratch Chong Dodson 637 High Female Game Handicap Brenda Wisham 243 going across the middle to picks correct this week to High Female Series Handicap Melinda Schirk 681 provide him an easy short tie Viskoscil for the most, target. Perhaps, Washington but Massey still has 325th should consider starting backup MXS tied for second. quarterback Jason Campbell, who’s about 676 trillion When Viskoscil was told that I would pass years younger than Brunell. the 1st FS in the next week or two she remained Pig Prog Scorebox Speaking of teams with young quarterbacks, Tampa confident. Bay, that was projected to be crushed by the Bengals, “Bring it on,” said Viskoscil. 1st FS 60 CPTS 53 stunned Cincinnati with a touchdown with 35 seconds That’s good though, she can stay confident. It will CONS 59 MDOS 53 left in the game. The Buccaneers pulled ahead and just devastate her even more when I blow the 1st FS MXS 59 NCOA 52 win its first game of the season with the final score right off the standings. Pig Prog 56 CES 51 14-13. This must make those Bengals a little nervous. Now, let’s get out there and watch some football! 372nd TRS 55 OSS 49 1st Sgts. 54 48 ACS Tigers Open Season on the Road hoot some hoops 28th TES 54 CS 43 S ! SVS 41 SFS 39 The Tyndall Tigers men’s AMXS 32 varsity basketball team will tip off the 2006-07 season this weekend as they travel to Eglin AFB to challenge the host Eagles in the opening of Southeastern Military Athletic Conference action. The games are scheduled to be played 3p.m. Saturday and The 2006 intramural basketball noon Sunday. Next weekend season will be starting Nov. 13 and the Tigers will be at home as LOIs are due by Thursday. Interested they host the MacDill AFB Airmen can to contact their squadron Warriors. sports reps for more information. Page 16 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 43rd AMU crew out loads competition Tech. Sgt. Timothy Madura Next, they completed a 20-question test. Then they 325th Maintenance Group completed the loading portion of the competition. On Oct. 6, four of the best weapons load crews from The competition was close but one team emerged the the 325th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron competed for winner – the 43rd AMU. the coveted ‘Load Crew of the Quarter’ competition. “They looked good during the competition. They did Each crew was tasked with loading two AIM-9s and a great job and finished well under the allotted time,” two AIM-120s during a timed evaluation. said Sergeant Pandullo. The competition gives the crews a chance to shine This quarter’s win went to the 43rd AMU team, in front of their peers and supervisors, showcasing the Staff Sgt. Jonathan Leon-Guererro, weapons load crew capabilities of the training they receive. The competition chief, Senior Airman Angel Santiago-Ortiz and Airmen is a morale booster for the 325th AMXS to rally its 1st Class Brenton Gates, weapons load crew members. Airmen and highlight the best load crews. The crews are selected by their respective aircraft maintenance units by first competing within their AMU and then competing against load crews from other AMUs. Four crews won their inner unit competitions and took on the quarterly challenge. The teams that made it to the competition were crew 1-9 from the 1st AMU, crew 2-7 from the 2nd AMU, crew 3-8 from the 95th AMU, and crew 4M-1 from the 43rd AMU. All four crews started their morning off at weapons standardization with a dress and appearance inspection. “It’s important for the load crews to be sharp and be an example for their peers. They need to adhere to Courtesy Photo all the standards,” said Master Sgt. Airman Gates, Sergeant Leon-Guererro and Airman Ronald Pandullo, 43rd AMU weapons Santiago-Oritz of the 43rd AMU crew compete in the maintenance NCO in charge. quarterly competition. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 17 Assault can happen– be aware, seek help Airmen Glenn Moore Assaulted girls are eight to nine times 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs more likely to have tried to commit Sexual assault of adolescent and suicide. adult women has been called a silent “The most common age of women epidemic, because it occurs at high rates who are abused is between 16 to 24 yet is rarely reported to the authorities. years old,” said Ms. Ward. Several reasons contribute to the The need to educate teenagers and underreporting of sexual assault cases. young women how to recognize and Many victims do not tell others about help someone who is involved in the assault, because they fear that they an unhealthy relationship is critical. will not be believed or will be derogated. The chance they know someone in a Other victims may not realize that relationship like this is likely, whether they have actually experienced legally they realize it or not. According to the defined rape or sexual assault, because Bureau of Justice Statistics one in three the incident does not fit the prototypic teens reports knowing a friend or peer scenario of “stranger rape.” Here at who has been physically, emotionally or Tyndall there is more than one option sexually abused. to choose from when reporting a sexual Warning signs to look for in an assault. unhealthy relationship, could be control, “If you are a victim of sexual assault, jealousy and anxiety. Women also may there are two different avenues you try to cover bruises with make-up, high- can take,” said Sheri Ward, Tyndall’s collared shirts or sunglasses. Victims of Family Advocacy Outreach manager. abuse have a tendency to withdraw from “There is a restricted report, which social activities and isolate themselves. is confidential. No one in your chain “If you know someone in an abusive of command is notified, there is no relationship, let them know that you prosecution or charges pressed and are concerned for their safety,” said local law authorities aren’t notified. You Ms. Ward. “Be supportive and non- can still receive counseling and medical judgmental of them; it is very common treatment, but if you ever change your for women who are in an abusive mind, the opportunity to press charges relationship to continue the relationship, is still available to you.” or get back into the relationship after it “There is also an unrestricted report,” has ended.” said Ms. Ward. “In this instance the “It is also important to encourage police, supervisor and chain of command them to talk to people who can provide are notified.” help and guidance,” said Ms. Ward. “In either circumstance it is very “Continue to be supportive after important to seek medical attention the relationship has ended because as soon as possible,” said Ms. Ward. victims often have a low self-esteem. “It’s very important to not take a bath, This can cause them to go back to the comb your hair, go to the bathroom, relationship.” change clothes and brush your teeth. Be aware of the actions of peers, This allows the medical examiner to friends and co-workers. If someone collect evidence and properly treat the is in an abusive relationship provide a victim.” helping hand and point them to others According to Ending Violence who can help. Against Women population reports, Tyndall’s Sexual Assault Response an average of four million American Coordinator serves as a single women experience a serious assault by point of contact for integrating and a partner each year. coordinating victim care from an “Being aware of abuse in relationships initial report through resolution of and early warnings is important, so you issues related to the victim’s health can help the victim,” said Ms. Ward. and well-being. According to Bureau of Justice For more information on Sexual Statistics, one in five female high school Assault, call the SARC office at 283- students report being physically and/or 8192, or call the 24-hour/7-day-a-week sexually abused by a dating partner. response capability at 625-1231. Page 18 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006

Lisa Norman Ryan McGraw checks out the inside of an F-15 cockpit with Maj. Nick Kavouras, 95th FS instructor pilot. 95th FS holds second ‘Pilot for Day” Airman Glenn Moore “One was the simulator and the F-15 was great,” said 325th Fighter Wing Public Affairs Ryan. “The other part was to be able to see how my dad Visiting his dad’s old squadron Oct. 12 helped Ryan did his work.” McGraw, 10, Pilot for a Day, cope with his loss. It is clear the 95th FS motto “Once a Bonehead, This was the 95th Fighter Squadron’s second time always a Bonehead” is true, as the squadron opened its inducting a child as its special guest in their Pilot for doors to comfort a child of a former “Bonehead.” a Day program. Before he stepped into the simulator, As the 95th FS successfully completed its second Pilot Ryan had the opportunity to meet the commander, for a Day, the squadron is proud it has made a difference participate in a step brief with pilots and tested for in another child’s life. uniform and mask fitting. “He really loved it,” said Ms. McGraw. “It was ev- Ryan witnessed his father, Edward McGraw suffer a erything we hoped for and more.” heart attack June 6, 2003. At the time he was stationed at Robins AFB, Ga. During McGraw’s first tour as a military member, September 1988 to December 1991, he worked at the 95th FS. “It was really good for him to see some things his father did that he never got the opportunity to see,” said Tara McGraw, Ryan’s mother. “It was great for Ryan because they treated him more like a member of the crew than a child.” “He was beaming at the end of the day,” said Jwen Radford, Ryan’s grandmother. “The squadron really made everyone feel really special.” Even though the squadron has a very busy training schedule, the commander views this program as a great way to give back to the community and share the mission. “There are many who are not as fortunate and through what ever means we can provide, comfort or a fun experience, we can give back,” said Col. Routt, 95th FS commander. “Through this program, I hope to paint a good picture of the 95th FS, the 325th Fighter Wing and the Air Force. We can tell the Air Force story to the community.” Lisa Norman When Ryan was asked what part of the day he Major Kavouras shows Ryan the gear pilots enjoyed the most he was quick to respond. wear during flight. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 19 Medical Group exercises life-saving tactics

1st Lt. Jon Quinlan 1st Lt. Jon Quinlan Majors Lisa Mitchell and Norreen Burke administer simulated Medics transport a “casualty” from an Army UH-1 Huey. More than emergency medical care on Airman 1st Class Rogue Utero-Ostola- 100 Airmen from the group participated in the training which included za, 325th Operational Support Squadron during the 325th Medical exercising aero-medical evacuations, treating combat injuries, and Group’s annual expeditionary readiness exercise here Oct. 7. treating chemical and biological injuries. Page 20 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006 Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 21

• From Memorial Page 1 Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. ceremony ended with a demonstration of the men and women who were the Air Also in attendance were former chiefs of T. Michael Moseley spoke of several from the Thunderbirds, who buzzed Force blue,” said President Bush. “We staff of the Air Force, secretaries of the Airmen who made the ultimate sacrifice the crowd before doing the bomb-burst remember those who gave their lives for Air Force, chief master sergeants of the in the name of freedom. He read an formation, which inspired the design of their fellow Americans. We mourn their Air Force, Air Force Medal of Honor re- excerpt from a letter sent by Senior the three-spires of the memorial. loss, we pray for their families and we cipients and their families. Airman Jason Cunningham, an Air Force “We commemorate today the courage consecrate their legacy here today.” Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force para-jumper with the Special Forces to Rodney McKinley spoke at the event, his wife, Theresa, before he was killed in saying he was deeply honored to be a combat in Afghanistan in 2002. part of it. He reflected on the Airmen who “As if aware of his impending death, serve today, and their connection to the he wrote, ‘I’ll die a happy man doing dedicated Airmen who served in the past. the job I love’,” read General Moseley. “We have the most powerful air, space “Those are the words of a true para- and cyberspace force in the world,” he jumper, and it speaks volumes of his said. “This is a long over-due tribute to all commitment and dedication. We honor those who are a part of this ongoing cycle him with this memorial, as well as the of dedicated and talented Americans who countless others who are like him.” service in the Air Force.” Several aircraft, ranging from World The Air Force Band performed War One bi-planes to today’s stealth several pieces while a video was shown bombers and fighters, flew over the Tech. Sgt. Cohen Young with clips from pilots climbing into crowd and memorial in chronological On behalf of all American citizens, President George W. Bush ac- World War II bombers to modern-day order, providing visual evidence of cepts the Air Force Memorial from Ross Perot Jr., Air Force Memo- Airmen working in the sands of Iraq. the evolution of military flight. The rial Foundation Chairman, during the dedication ceremony. Page 22 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006

• From Energy Page 3 devices such as trellises or awnings will televisions when you are not using them. help keep your home cooler or warmer According to the Alliance to Save depending on the season. Energy, cooling your home in the Shifting energy-intensive tasks such summer months puts the most stress as laundry and dishwashing to off-peak on your energy bill. The ASE advises energy demand hours during nights and homeowners to maintain their air on weekends will reduce the power conditioning equipment to save the strain on local power grids. cost and inconvenience of a breakdown The ASE also recommends during the hottest days. Cleaning or purchasing room air conditioners, replacing filters every month will major appliances, lighting, windows, also increase the efficiency of air home electronics and office equipment conditioning, heating and ventilation that are Energy Star-certified. Doing so systems. For central air conditioning may cut your energy bills by 30 percent, systems, the ASE suggests purchasing according to ASE analysts. those with a Seasonal Energy Efficiency “The financial and environmental Ratio of 12 or higher. rewards from conserving energy are Also suggested are Energy Star- immediate,” said Timothy Adams, certified ceiling fans, which provide Headquarters Air Force Civil Engineer additional cooling and better air Agency contractor. “By saving a watt, circulation. Ceiling fan models with we save dollars and reduce our green energy-efficient lighting are particularly house gas emissions, which are all good smart buys. things. But these behavior changes need Other suggestions for energy constant reinforcement and incentives conservation are to plant leafy trees and to have any long term effect. We must vines around your home and to install remember our energy independence reflective tiles on your roof and adequate depends on all of us doing our part.” insulation in your home, especially in your “Energy conservation is here to stay,” attic — which can reach temperatures of said Gilbert Walker, 325th Civil Engineer 115 degrees or higher. Squadron energy and utilities manager. Closing blinds or shades on the south “Our national security and our need to be and west-facing windows of your house energy independent requires that each and during the day and installing shading everyone of us do our part to conserve.”

• From Housing Page 10 Yes. The type of housing makes no each type of unit in each neighborhood difference in the amount of rent. The rent and an average will be considered the is the same as BAH and depends on the resident utility allowance. Bay View and rank of the member. Shoal Point will not be metered and will Who maintains the lawns? not receive utility bills. GMH will provide a contractor to cut Will Bay View of Shoal Point have the lawn, but the occupant is responsible any major improvements? for the maintenance of the fenced in area No. Bay View and Shoal Point are of their backyards. scheduled for demolition in seven All requests for landscaping alterations years. of any kind must be made by completing Will the developer provide boat the request to make alterations form and storage? submitted to the community manager. Boat and RV parking is prohibited in Will BAH interfere with tuition the neighborhoods; GMH will provide assistance? alternative options. No, BAH will not interfere with tuition Will I be paid to move if I elect not to assistance, any food assistance program sign a lease with the developer? or any grant money The move must be completed Who do I talk to if there are prior to the transfer of the property. problems with my allotments? The member must set up a pre- If you see any problems please notify termination and termination with finance and the community management the Base Housing Office, be issued office at once. official orders and complete the move This and other information is posted before Dec. 1. on www.tyndallfamilyhousing.com. Do residents in old housing pay Other helpful Websites on privatization the same rent as the residents in new are www.gmhmilitaryhousing.com and housing? www.airforcehousing.hq.af.mil. Oct. 20, 2006 Gulf Defender Page 23 Page 24 Gulf Defender Oct. 20, 2006