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MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 PHOTO FEATURE 90th FS is Aussome!Squadron wows at air show

ABOVE: An F-22 Raptor from the 90th Fighter Squadron, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson banks left causing mas- sive vapor contrails during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition (AVALON) in Geelong, Australia March 3. The F-22 Demonstration Team from Langley Air Force Base, Va., impressed the crowd showcasing the Raptor’s capability and maneu- verability. AVALON 2017 showcased U.S. defense aircraft and equipment, particularly the latest in fifth-generation capabilities such as the F-22 and F-35 Lightning II and is the largest, most comprehensive event of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. (U.S. Air Force photos/Master Sgt. John Gordinier)

TOP: A U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor departs the runway to begin an aerial demonstration during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Expo- sition (AVALON) March 2. AVALON attracts aviation and aerospace professions, key defense personnel, aviation enthusiasts and the general public. The U.S. participates in AVALON and other similar events to demonstrate the U.S. commitment to regional security and stability. ABOVE: Air Force Maj. Rock Dickinson, F-22 Raptor Demon- stration Team pilot, autographs an F-22 poster March 3. RIGHT: Air Force Capt. Dakota Newton, F-16 Viper Demon- stration Team safety officer, communicates with F-16 pilot Maj. Richard Smeeding during the Australian International Airshow and Aerospace & Defence Exposition March 5. The 90th Fighter Squadron, which was in Australia for training, participated in AVALON.

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MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 3 NEWS Alaska Air National Guard bids farewell to last two C-130s By AIR FORCE MAJ. National Guard of its eight “legacy” begin writing yet another successful Its missions include the rescue JOHN CALLAHAN C-130H Hercules aircraft and the chapter in our wing’s proud history. triad – HH-60 Pavehawk Helicopters, 176th Wing Public Affairs tactical airlift mission. Our nation and state know they can HC-130 J-models, and Guardian On the bright, chilly morning of These aircraft have, one by one, count on us being ready whenever Angel pararescuemen; inter-agency March 5, a small crowd of onlook- been transferred to other state Guard called upon.” rescue coordination; U.S. airspace ers and well-wishers listened to the units or retired from service. A March 4 ceremony and bar- monitoring and defense; and a full sound of the Alaska Air National “With over four decades of in- becue provided current and former complement of agile combat support. Guard’s C-130H Hercules turbo- credible service, today’s C-130 crews and maintainers the opportuni- Since 2007, these missions have props recede into the distance for departures mark a significant mile- ty to share memories and inspect the also included strategic airlift, which the last time. stone for the 176th Wing,” said Col. wing’s two remaining C-130s for the the wing’s 249th Airlift Squadron ac- The wing’s divesture of the last of Steve deMilliano, last time. They unanimously praised complishes in a “classic association” the 144th Airlift Squadron’s C-130s commander of the the airframe’s famed with Joint Base Elmendorf-Richard- marks a sea change for the organiza- 176th Wing. “Their We’re versatility. son’s 517th Airlift Squadron. tion, one of the nation’s largest and aircrews and main- “excited to ... “I’ve been all the In a “classic association,” ac- busiest Air Guard wings. tainers have served way down to Monte- tive-component and Air National Since 1957, its tactical airlift air- with honor and dis- begin writing video, Uruguay and Guard Airmen work together as to- craft – first C-47 Skytrains and later tinction. This 70th Cape Town, South tal force partners in accomplishing C-123 Providers – have been at the anniversary year for yet another Africa,” said Rob- the mission, but the active-duty Air heart of the its varied missions. the United States Air successful ert Paulson, a former Force owns the airframes. The first C-130s, “E” models, ar- Force highlights that C-130 crew chief who This association is in the process rived in 1976, followed seven years aircraft and missions chapter in our attended the event. of converting to an “active” asso- later by the updated “H” models. For will eventually change, wing’s proud “[The C-130] did so ciation, with the 249th assuming more than four decades, these blunt- and our Airmen are the many things – any- ownership of the airframes. nosed turboprops have been familiar constant ensuring mis- history. thing to support the Leaders of the 176th Wing and sights in Alaska’s skies, their rugged sion success. Despite ” goals of our country.” said they appreciate that mission design and short-airfield capabilities any bittersweet feelings we may have The divestiture of the C-130s changes present new opportunities serving the state well. with the final two C-130H aircraft and their tactical airlift mission still for the squadrons. Now, Air Force structure changes departing today, we’re excited to leaves the 176th Wing as one of For photo coverage of the last included in the 2017 Presidential see our dedicated Airmen embrac- the most operationally engaged Air C-130H departing JBER, visit http:// Budget have divested the Alaska Air ing the opportunities of the future to Guard organizations. tiny.cc/fx5pjy.

4 VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 • MARCH 10, 2017 NEWS Combat Mobility Flight adapts to home-station mission Air Force Staff By AIRMAN 1ST CLASS to clear out the tower of para- Sgt. Justin Nal- VALERIE MONROY chutes and reconstitute the ley, 773d Lo- JBER Public Affairs parachutes for heavies and gistics Read- container delivery systems iness Squad- ron combat Many people coming to so that we can load them up mobility flight Alaska go through adapta- on the planes,” said Air Force supervisor, ob- tions to suit their new en- Staff Sgt. Justin Nalley, 773d serves Senior Airman Harold vironment. Similarly, the LRS combat mobility super- Thuesen, 773d 773d Logistics Readiness visor. LRS combat Squadron Combat Mobility In order to clear out the mobility super- visor, as he un- Flight adapts to meet mission tower, all the parachutes tangles para- requirements. need to be packed and ready chute cords. During deployments, the to go, explained Senior (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman CMF is responsible for estab- Airman Brock Kemp, 773d 1st Class Val- lishing and operating aerial LRS combat mobility tech- erie Monroy) ports in remote locations to nician. support overseas contingen- “We start by rigging all der the parachute unusable,” “They are the technical ex- experts to ensure that it’s cy operations; at home, their parachutes for loads that we Kemp said. perts who make sure all the going to perform the way it’s mission changes but is no drop,” Kemp said. “Basically Though anyone in the rigger checks are completed supposed to,” Thuesen said. less important. we lay the parachute out, fan combat mobility flight may to the standard.” The rigger career field in At Joint Base Elmen- it out, make sure all the lines rig, each packed parachute After the QC completes the Air Force is small; the job dorf-Richardson, the CMF are straight and nothing gets must go through an inspec- their inspection, riggers and is primarily a U.S. Army role. supports unilateral airdrops tangled, then we pack it.” tion from quality control. flying crew perform a Joint Only a select few are se- by building and rigging all One of the most import- “QC includes a certified Airlift Inspection. lected to attend the Army’s the loads used for training ant aspects of rigging in- rigger who has been through Once on the plane, the rigger qualification course. aircrew of both the C-17 volves ensuring there are the U.S. Army rigger qual- load undergoes a fourth and “It’s a very rare opportu- Globemaster III and the no flaws. ification training course,” final inspection, Thesusen nity to be put in a rigger shop C-130 Hercules. “If anything gets tangled, said Senior Airman Harold continued. in our career field and get “Most of the time our the parachute will [malfunc- Thuesen, 773d LRS com- “Each load will have been further career development,” main priority day-to-day is tion] during the drop and ren- bat mobility supervisor. examined by four different Thuesen said.

MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 5 BRIEFS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

JBER Installation Guides tected by attorney-client JBER hospital has opened an Management Office from 1 The JBER-R office is at The Public Affairs Office privilege. The SVC ensures over-the-counter medication to 2 p.m., which covers all 338 Hoonah Ave., open from has large stock of 2016 – 17 the victim’s rights, as out- clinic for DoD beneficiaries, aspects of home-buying. 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday installation guides as well lined in the Crimes Victim open from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., For the JBER-Elmendorf through Friday, and closed as JBER maps available Act, are protected. Monday through Friday. Se- HMO, call 552-4312, or visit from 1 to 1:30 p.m. for lunch. for units to pick-up for use These include being treat- lect “over the counter drug Bldg. 6346 Arctic Warrior A blind-cleaning machine by government personnel. ed with fairness and respect; needs” at the kiosk. This is Drive. is available at the JBER-E lo- Guides are excellent material being reasonably protected not meant to replace a visit For the JBER-Richardson cation; priority goes to those to distibute to in-bound per- from the accused offender; with a provider. office, call 552-3088, or visit PCSing. sonnel to help acquaint them being notified of court pro- Flyers and patients who Bldg. 600, Room 104. For more information, call with the area prior to arrival. ceedings; being present at are on personnel reliability 375-5540. Guides can be obtained all public court proceedings program status, pregnant, Pothole repair at Public Affairs located in related to the offense; being or under the age of 2 are not The 773d Civil Engineer In-Home child care Building 10480, Suite 123 able to confer with the pros- eligible due to special needs. Squadron encourages all Providing child care in on the JBER-E side of the ecutor; receiving restitution; The clinic offers basic Joint Base Elmendorf-Rich- your on-base housing comes installation. and receiving information pain relievers, cough, cold ardson personnel to report with many responsibilities. about the conviction, sen- and allergy medications and potholes. The licensing process ap- iSportsman enrollment tencing, imprisonment, and nasal sprays, ointments, and For potholes in housing plies to anyone regularly Anyone choosing to rec- offender release. constipation and diarrhea areas, contact Aurora Hous- caring for other families’ reate in JBER training areas Eligible clients include medications, and several ing at 753-1051. children more than 10 hours must obtain an iSportsman active duty of all branches of others. All other requests will be a week. The licensing process permit and sign in and out service, mobilized Reserve For information visit tracked by 773d CES. Take comes with benefits such as using the iSportsman sys- Component members, retir- www.facebook.com/JBER- note of the location, includ- training and support, a library tem prior to recreating. An ees (and dependents of these Pharmacy. ing cross-street names or of books, toys and supplies, iSportsman pass costs $10; sponsors) who report sexual building numbers. and reimbursement for food $5 for those 60 and older assault. Bargain shop Then email 773ces. costs. and disabled persons. An For information, call 353- The JBER Bargain Shop, [email protected]. To become a Family Child iSportsman pass holder may 6507. at 8515 Saville Ave. on mil or call 552-2994 or Care provider, call the FCC also need an installation ac- JBER-E, is open Tuesdays, 552-2995. Office at 552-3995. cess pass. Priority placement Wednesdays and Fridays Be sure to include your For information, visit is- The Priority Placement and the first Saturday of the name and contact informa- DLA Document Services portsman.jber.net or call Program and Executive month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. tion in case crews need fol- Defense Logistics Agency 552-9453/8609 or 384-6224. Order 13473 provide ap- Consignments are accept- lowup. Weather and mission Document Services dupli- pointment for spouses of ed Wednesdays from 10 a.m. permitting, potholes will be cates and prints documents, Reserve ‘Scroll’ active-duty service members, to 12:30 p.m. For informa- repaired within 24 hours. including color, large-format Officers wanting to tran- including full-time National tion, call 753-6134. photographic prints, engi- sition to the Air Force Re- Guard and Reservists, who U-Fix-It Store neering drawings, sensitive serve must have their com- are relocating to accompany Richardson Thrift Shop The U-Fix-it stores, open materials, technical manuals mission transferred to a list their service member. The JBER-Richardson to all Aurora Military Hous- and training materials. called “the Scroll” and ap- The program allows Thrift Shop, in Building 724 ing tenants, issue home main- They also do design, proved by the Secretary of spouses to register for Depart- on Quartermaster Drive, is tenance items. Availability is printing and distribution of Defense. The process aver- ment of Defense positions open Tuesday and Thurs- subject to change and limits; business cards, letterhead, ages 120 days, but can take and be considered for jobs day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., some items may have a cost. invitations and programs. longer, and must be approved offered internally. Wednesday from noon to 6 American flag kits and fire The Equipment Management before the service member Spouses are matched with p.m., and first and third Sat- extinguishers are available. Solutions Program provides begins participating in the Air jobs based on their quali- urdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. U-Fix-It work includes all multifunctional devices that Force Reserve, which may fications and preferences. Consignments are ac- home maintenance, allowing print, scan, copy and fax. mean a break in service. Spouses are eligible for up cepted whenever the shop occupants to make minor They also offer Document Even if you’re unsure to two years from the date is open, and volunteers are improvements and repairs. Automation and Content Ser- about transitioning, the pro- of the PCS orders, are in the always welcome. The JBER-E location is vices, a service for building cess can be initiated. For program for one year,and can For more information, 6350 Arctic Warrior Drive digital libraries of content information, call 552-3595. register at either personnel call 384-7000. and is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 with online access. It is open office. p.m., Tuesday through Fri- 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday Special victim counselor For information call 552- Home-buying seminar day, closed from 1 to 1:30 through Friday. For informa- The victims of sexual 7588. Volunteer realtors and p.m. for lunch, and Satur- tion, visit documentservices. assault are entitled to legal mortgage lenders present day, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to dla.mil, visit the office at 984 assistance services. OTC pharmacy counter an hour-long seminar every 4 p.m. (closed for lunch noon Warehouse Street, or call Communication is pro- The main pharmacy at the Wednesday at either Housing to 1 p.m.). 384-2901.

6 VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 • MARCH 10, 2017 NEWS Air Force musher aims to complete Iditarod By AIRMAN 1ST CLASS Iditarod competi- CHRISTOPHER MORALES tor Air Force Lt. Col. Roger “Snowdog” JBER Public Affairs Lee, left, and U.S. Air “I really couldn’t do the Iditarod Force Col. George T.M. Dietrich III, 673rd any other year,” said an Air Force Air Base Wing and lieutenant colonel born in California Joint Base Elmen- and raised in Birkenhead, England. dorf-Richardson com- mander, standing, get Lt. Col. Roger Lee has trained for help from a handler the past three years, taking leave and preparing Lee’s dogs flying to Alaska from his past duty for the ceremonial start to the 45th an- locations to complete the qualifiers nual Iditarod Trail and sign up to race in the Iditarod Sled Dog Race was Trail Sled Dog Race for 2017. hosted at Anchorage March 4. More than He started in 2006, volunteering 1,150 dogs pulled 72 and assisting mushers as a dog han- mushers for the day’s dler, but it wasn’t until 2012, when run to Campbell Air- he met Iditarod veteran Scott Janssen, strip. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st that the pieces finally came together. Class Javier Alvarez) Lee joined the Janssen team; he learned the people, learned the dogs, and together they started to train in the musher’s tracker, but sometimes, using it for years. I know the toolkit was a challenge, especially when a 2015. When Lee caught wind of the the signal may be a bit off. I have for the sled; I have the right storm had knocked over some of the Air Force Career Intermission Pro- “During the Knik 200, the distance wrenches for the bolts because I’ve trail markers. gram in 2016, he said he knew he was off by a significant amount,” Lee tested them on every bolt, if it came During that race, Lee said he did had to apply for the opportunity so said. “I was actually two hours early; to a serious maintenance accident.” get turned around a few times, but he could race. I got there, did my thing, then left Lee also relies heavily on maps; staying confident when making those Lee said he has spent more time before my support even arrived.” he has a map of every area so he types of decisions keeps the dogs at training for the race than he would When that happens, it can be frus- knows what to plan for, just in case. ease as well. Depending on the rest- have spent working full time. trating for both sides; the supporters “Just before coming into or leav- lessness of the dogs, the musher may In 2017, he completed three races drove all that way for nothing, and ing a checkpoint, I do a quick review need to move the dogs around in the in preparation: the Knik 200, Copper the mushers might have expected of my map so I know what to look harness and know which dog would Basin 300, and Kuskokwim 300, to something and not received it. out for next like ‘that’s the section be the most appropriate where. make certain his gear and dogs are “It can be emotional stuff – fun- with potential open water,’ and ‘that’s “It’s really important to be close to ready for that last 1,000-mile stretch. ny afterward, but at the time and the section a few gradients up,’ so I your team … [to know] your dogs,” “The Knik 200 is one of the most depending on the temperature, when know I should wear less clothing if I Lee said. “It’s always great to learn famous smaller mid-distance rac- you really needed something from were to do more running,” said Lee. the dogs, so you know which dogs es,” Lee said. “It’s famous because your handlers or other supporters, “That was especially helpful during want to and could help out in another it used to start at the first Iditarod not so much,” Lee said. “Some rac- the Copper Basin 300, because it had way when asked, but the most im- checkpoint.” es don’t allow any help, but others a lot of uphill. portant thing is to make sure that they The race gives mushers some encourage it, so [if] you planned to “Say I were to wear all my heavy are happy and not too exhausted.” perspective on how the start of the stop and maybe have a pit crew or cold weather gear then start running, All this boils down to the ‘Last Iditarod would feel; a musher having you’re expecting a candy bar and it’ll be dangerous because as soon as Great Race,’ where all the previous a hard time would see just how dif- now suddenly there was nobody I start going downhill or back on the experience will be tested to compete, ficult the Iditarod will be, said Lee. there, that was the best ever candy river, that layer of sweat is going to complete and win. Lee’s goal is to Last year, conditions were poor bar you never got.” turn to frost,” Lee said. “You caused race this year, then move on to other due to lack of snow; even the start The next race was the Copper something that you didn’t need to, experiences. of the Knik 200 was moved to a dif- Basin 300, renowned as a hardcore because you didn’t know the terrain.” “The Iditarod is like the NASCAR ferent location. This year, Lee had race. All the training comes into play The last race was the Kuskokwim of the mushing world – it has that mixed experiences. − mapping stops, managing dogs, 300, considered a very difficult race attachment, that enjoyment, but that “The Knik race went great, we working with sleep deprivation, and due to terrain. can be too much,” Lee said. “The were lucky enough to have fresh remembering to take care of oneself. “In this race, you learn how to ‘NASCAR effect’ it has, just blows it snow on the trail … we started at “The Copper Basin was the first run over freezing rivers, then turn up; it’s driven by sponsors, driven by the original location and we really real serious race because you are with into thick woods – where, if you’re bigger teams in front of bigger ken- got that feel of running on the old some of ‘big boys’ who only race not awake, [surprises lie] within nels, some tied to the tourist industry. Iditarod trail,” Lee said. “My only when prize money is on the line,” sharp turns, low-hanging branches “I do want to do this once, but worry was coming up to the finish Lee said. and overflowing water, creating not for the rest of my life,” Lee said. line, our kennel was actually to the The tougher races like the Copper icy patches,” Lee explained. “You “This is just one of my adventures.” left of the finish line so I had to stop Basin are there to push the musher should really enjoy these [challenges] After his intermission is complete, the dogs turning left and keep them to be uncomfortable and experience because eventually you are going to Lee said he looks forward to the rest going straight.” problems so that if a musher does spill over, you are potentially going of his career in the Air Force. Mushers receive a lot of support encounter something during the Idi- to [get lost], you are going to learn “I’d still like to go to squadron from their team, sponsors and family, tarod, it isn’t life-threatening. about your dogs, about yourself, and command, I’d like to go back to but support is more than just being “One of my greatest strengths I decide then – yes, I do like this and college, and I can’t wait to go to there at the beginning of the race; its have is knowing my equipment,” Lee I can do this for a thousand miles.” Lakenheath for my next assignment,” being there for them at the check- said. “I know the quality of all my The Kuskokwim 300 has a repu- Lee said. “That’s the fun of a military points, when mushers need it most. equipment, what works above and tation for being tough, and making it career; you get as much as you put Most people coordinate meetups by below freezing temperatures, after to each checkpoint in good condition into it.”

MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 7 COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS

Friday Zone for this ice-climbing Thursday For more information, call Spring break bowling trip from 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wibbly-wobbly timey- 384-1040. Chapel Head to the Polar Bowl open to singles and geo- wimey Doctor Who event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for dis- graphically separated service Whovians unite at this Wildlife Education Center services counts on unlimited bowling. members. For information, event at the JBER Library Learn about Alaska’s Catholic Mass For information, call 753- call 384-9023. from 2 to 3:30 p.m. with a amazing wildlife and natural Sunday 7467. costume contest, games and resources at this free muse- 8:30 a.m. – Arctic Warrior Babysitters’ CPR prizes. For information, call um, with interactive displays Chapel 11:30 a.m. – Midnight Sun After-school skiing The Arctic Oasis hosts 384-1640. for kids too. Chapel Youth program partici- this class from 9:30 a.m. to The center, at Build- Monday and Wednesday pants can head to their youth 3:30 p.m. for ages 10 and 10 Steps to a federal job ing 8481, is open Monday 11:40 a.m. – Arctic Warrior center for a trip to Hillberg up. Bring a lunch; you’ll Learn about the federal through Friday, from noon Chapel Tuesday and Friday from 5:45 to 7:15 p.m. For leave certified in CPR and hiring process and navigat- to 4 p.m., subject to staff 11:30 a.m. – Midnight Sun information, call 552-2266. babysitting. ing USAjobs.gov, and how availability. Chapel For information, call 552- to format your resume from For more information, call Thursday 12:00 p.m. – Hospital Chapel Friday aquatics 8529. 8 a.m. to noon at the Log 552-0310, or email jberwild- The Aquatic Center at Cabin. For information, call [email protected]. Confession Buckner Physical Fitness Saturday and Sunday 552-4943 or 384-1517. Confessions are available any- Center is open every Friday Dog sledding Youth bowling league time by appointment or after for $3 swimming. For in- Hillberg hosts the quintes- Ongoing Children ages 3 to 18 are any mass. Call 552-5762. formation, call 384-1369 or sential Alaska winter activity Tax Center invited to the Polar Bowl 384-1301. from noon to 5 p.m. For The Tax Center, on the youth leagues from 10 a.m. Protestant Sunday information, call 552-4838. third floor of Building 600, to noon every Saturday. It’s Services Saturday is open Mondays, Tuesdays a great way to stay active in Snowmachine ride Monday and Wednesdays from 9:30 the winter. Liturgical Service 9 a.m. – Heritage Chapel Women in the Wilder- Snowmachine safety a.m. until 5 p.m., and on For more information call Gospel Service ness host this tour of scenic Women in the Wilderness Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. un- 753-7467. 9:30 a.m. – Midnight Sun Chapel Spencer Glacier on a snow- hosts this class on the basics til 8 p.m. Services are avail- Science club Community Service 10:30 a.m. – Heritage Chapel machine from 8 a.m. to 5 of snowmachine safety at the able to active duty service Every Thursday, school- Collective Service p.m. Meet up at the Outdoor Eagleglen Fitness Park from members, dependents, retir- age youth are invited the the 11 a.m. – Arctic Warrior Chapel Adventure Program for de- 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. ees, and Reserve or Guard JBER Library to try out ex- parture. For information, call For information, call 552- members on Title X status. periments and start thinking 552-4599/3812. 4599. Volunteer preparers are about science subjects from Jewish Services Lunch and Learn every Friday at familiar with military-specif- 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. 11 a.m. at the Family Life Center. Singles Fat-tire ride Tuesday to Friday ic issues and the Permanent For information, call 384- Call 384-0456 or 552-5762. Meet at the Outdoor Ad- Lifeguard course Fund Dividend. 1640. venture Program building Learn the basics of life- Bring ID, social secu- for this ride from noon to 4 guarding from 10 a.m. to 6 rity cards and birth dates Library Story Times Religious Education p.m.; location of ride depends p.m. at Buckner Physical for dependents, last year’s Evening Story Time: For schedules, call the on weather. For information, Fitness Center. Open to those return, bank information, Tuesdays 6:30 to 7 p.m.Tod- Religious Operations Center at 552-5762. call 552-4599. 15 and up; must pass a swim and all other tax documents dler Tales: Wednesdays 10 test. including daycare provider to 11 a.m. Preschool Story BOSS ice climbing For more information, call tax ID numbers and payment Time: Tuesdays and Thurs- Sign up at the Warrior 384-1301. amounts. days 10 to 11 a.m. But where does all the snow go? A civilian Airman assigned to the 773rd Civil Engineer Squadron loads snow and ice into a snow melter in front of Hangar One near the airfield on Joint Base El- mendorf-Richardson March 7. The snow melter pours heated water onto snow, melting it at a rate of up to 100 tons per hour. It requires only two Airmen to operate, and disposes of the water in storm drains. This snow melter allows Airmen to disperse their manpower across the instal- lation – to effectively, and quickly remove snow from parking lots, streets, and other facilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/Justin Connaher)

8 VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 • MARCH 10, 2017 MATTERS OF FAITH Power must not be abused for selfish gain By ARMY CHAPLAIN or not, is the kind of power ensues. However, in the be- his wrongdoing to God or power you’ve been granted. (CAPT.) BRIAN we’ve been given because ginning of 2 Samuel 11, King to Uriah. Instead, his guilt Let’s think a bit deeper: our MUSSELMAN of lineage, heritage, status, David abused his power by spiraled him downward to attitude, our actions, our JBER Chaplain or profession. King David staying behind as his troops cover up his actions even thoughts, our ability to for- It is incredible to think is one such person who was marched into battle. Why did further; he had Uriah killed. give, our ability to ask for that things like an energy granted power by God and he do this? Because a certain After Bathsheba had mourn- forgiveness, our privilege drink can have such power who experienced both the woman caught his eye and ed the death of her husband, to choose love and not hate. over a person. A very close abuse of this power and the it was enough to ignore his she became David’s wife and We’ve been given many ar- friend of mine here at JBER good use of it. leadership obligation. scripture says, “But the thing eas to exercise power. Have recently shared with me the Recorded in 2 Samuel, Ignoring his duty and David had done displeased you acknowledged this pow- story of a service member chapters 11 and 12, is the sto- staying behind is not the only the Lord” (2 Samuel 11:27). er before now? shaking nearly uncontrolla- ry of David and Bathsheba. way in which David abused David took matters into We have a lot of areas in bly due to ‘downing’ three For many, if not all, who are his power. He eventually his own hands, and as lead- our lives where we can ei- energy drinks and several familiar with this story, the slept with Bathsheba – who ers, we are given this right. ther choose to use our power cups of coffee. thought of adultery comes to was clearly not without fault Our appointed positions, wisely or choose to abuse it. My friend didn’t quite mind when these two names – and she became pregnant. rank, education, and military David chose poorly, but I’m know what to say when this are in the same sentence; it David immediately did what education give us all certain relieved to know that in the person remarked that “he is true. King David had an he thought was best – my rights and privileges. Where midst of his selfishness that wasn’t able to sleep very well affair with another man’s ‘best’ may not be what God David went wrong is that he led to the death of one of at night.” wife. However, within these wants me to do – and did chose to use his power and his best soldiers and many Energy drinks can certain- two chapters is a larger story what he could to cover up his privilege to solely benefit of his children, God still ly have some control over us. of David’s power and how he guilt: push Bathsheba’s hus- himself, not once but many pursued him with grace and That could be said just about used it – and abused it. band, Uriah, to come home times. provision. There are far more anything, like, relationships, For example, kings and from war and sleep with his What about us? Think for areas in David’s life where circumstances, or attitude, their armies go off to war wife, making it appear that a moment of the power that power was executed wisely just to name a few things. in the spring time when the her pregnancy was caused you have. What power do and what followed this was For example, as a Chris- ground is dry enough for by her husband. Determined you have as a member of our God’s blessings. tian chaplain, I believe that horses and chariots to tread to be a good soldier, Uriah military? Your rank gives you For religious reasons or what has power over me is without getting stuck in the was not willing to leave his certain rights, does it not? If not, how are we using the God through the Holy Spir- mud. This makes logical and troops – a smack in the face you’re a parent, what power power we’ve been given? it, which I suppose is my strategic sense. In fact, in the of David’s selfish actions. do you have (even though it Here’s a challenge: ask this ‘energy drink’ of sorts. Op- earlier chapters of 2 Samuel, Unfortunately, David may not always work)? As question to a workmate, a posite of the power over us, it is written that kings always chose not to remedy his a project officer or subject subordinate, an employee. whether for religious reasons join their armies when war actions by either confessing matter expert, think of the What would they say? AER donations save lives, provide help to many By DAVID VERGUN At the same time, sequestration Franklin’s son secured an AER lived in the Philippines. Army News Service took effect, and for eight months his scholarship that enabled him to go AER stepped in, Allyn said, pro- defense contractor didn’t have to college. viding nearly $2,000 for the flight. WASHINGTON — When Ron the money to pay him for He hopes one day to The end result was lifesaving for Reichelderfer was a lieutenant, his his work. 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MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 9 NEWS Airmen celebrate ‘Weapons Fest’ in Guam at Cope North

By SENIOR AIRMAN JOHN LINZMEIER 18th Wing Public Affairs

Each duty day of exercise Cope North begins with the calming glow of a golden sunrise, as dozens of Airmen line up side-by-side across the Andersen Air Force Base flightline to sweep their workspace of debris, clearing space for F-15 Eagles to taxi. Among the line of main- tainers is an indispensable team of weapons techni- cians from the 67th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, whose livelihood literally revolves around airpower. It’s our responsibility to make sure the aircraft is armed with weapons and bombs so that our pilots have the means to use them,” said Staff Sgt. James Smith, 67th AMU weapons team load chief. “It’s really a thrill, knowing that we are a major ABOVE: Airman 1st Class Victoria Barsness, 67th Aircraft Maintenance key toward making missions Squadron weapons team load mem- happen.” ber, arms an F-15 Eagle Feb. 23 at Weapons Airmen flew Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Barsness is one of more than 2,700 from Kadena Air Base, Japan, other U.S., Australian and Japanese to support 15 Eagles from the servicemembers participating in 67th Fighter Squadron during Cope North, an annual exercise that provides aircrew with real-time war the annual exercise. scenarios and helps ground crews This year’s iteration of test their readiness capabilities. (U.S. Cope North includes a total Air Force photos/Senior Airman John Linzmeier) of 22 flying units comprised RIGHT: Weapons Airmen 67th Air- of members from the Japan craft Maintenance Squadron conduct Air Self-Defense Force, Roy- a foreign object debris walk on the al Australian Air Force, U.S. flightline of Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. The 67th AMU is participating Navy, Air force and Marine in annual exercise Cope North to in- Corps. crease interoperability between the Having three militaries U.S., Royal Australian Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force. together in one centralized location presents a broader prove our methods; and that concentration of air tactics, teams can vary considerably; effort to promote stability range of airframes, making works both ways as well.” techniques and procedures. so much that Airmen have throughout the Indo-Asia an exceptional opportunity When engines start across Eagles from the 67th added a competitive spin Pacific. for weapons Airmen to learn the flightline, weapons Air- Fighter Squadron are de- to their craft at their home While Cope North 17 is from one another. men are sure to follow. Teams signed to dominate the skies station. coming to a close this week, “It’s pretty exciting when of three approach each roar- through air-to-air combat, Members of the 67th hold service members are ending we get the opportunity to ing aircraft, inspecting the with the ability to escort quarterly weapons load com- the exercise with ‘Weapons work with other Air Force weaponry that was config- and defend allied aircraft or petitions with their neighbor Fest,’ an annual gathering units and other nations be- ured and loaded by the night- clear a path for long-ranged unit, the 44th AMU, to see between units in the weapons cause we get to see each shift crew. bombers, such as the partic- who can safely load their community. other’s systems,” said Staff The day-shift makes sure ipating B-1B Lancers from jets in the shortest amount “Weapons Fest is always Sgt. Michael Mcoy, 67th the munitions are safely the 9th Expeditionary Bomb of time. a good time,” said Smith. AMU weapons team load installed and arms them one- Squadron. Together, the two squad- “It’s pretty much the best chief. “We don’t necessarily by-one before each jet is Regardless if weaponry rons are responsible for networking opportunity work on each other’s jets but marshaled out for a training is live or inert, it’s always maintaining 54 Eagles. Their out there within our career we get to compare the differ- mission with JASDF and treated with immense care, hosting island, Okinawa, is field. ent ways we operate. RAAF aircraft. said Airman 1st Class Vic- considered to be the Key- “We’re just lucky to be “So when we notice oth- Training sorties between toria Barsness, 67th AMU stone of the Pacific for its able to get together like this ers doing something more forces are held to increase weapons team load member. strategic location and capa- on an ongoing basis – so we safely or quickly, we can interoperability in simulated The skill levels and com- bilities to deter threats and can learn from each other and adapt ourselves to it and im- combat scenarios, with a petencies of weapons load support allies in a combined combine our airpower.”

10 VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 • MARCH 10, 2017 NEWS Civilian Developmental Education program window now open By KAT BAILEY Air Force operations and missions. that went into effect November 2015. talent, skill and expertise in new and AFPC Public Affairs “It is the responsibility of Air Also new this year is the Civilian creative ways,” Banda said. “We will Force leaders at all levels to invest Associate Degree Program, open to continue working to ensure our Air JOINT BASE SAN ANTO- in and actively support the civilian all general schedule and wage grade Force is an employer of choice for NIO-RANDOLPH, Texas — Eligible workforce through mentoring, train- employees, which offers an Associ- our nation’s best and brightest.” Air Force civilians have until May ing and development to ensure we ate of Applied Science degree in Air CDE programs offer a wide vari- 1 to submit civilian developmental have the right people in the right job Force leadership and management ety of opportunities for civilians to education program applications to the at the right time,“ said Gina Banda, studies from Air University. In addi- develop leadership and management Air Force Personnel Center. the AFPC CDE program manager. tion, the Defense Civilian Emerging competencies, divided into basic, CDE provides developmental The greatest change to this year’s Leader Program is now open to ap- intermediate and senior tiers. education and leadership opportu- eligibility is the requirement to have plicants in all career fields. For more information about nities that will prepare personnel a minimum of two years federal civil “These efforts recognize that to this and other programs, visit the to anticipate and successfully meet service in order to apply, in line with remain the world’s best Air Force, we Civilian Force Development page challenges across the wide range of the new two-year probationary period must compete for, develop and retain on myPers.

MARCH 10, 2017 • VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 11 NEWS JBER gyms offer chance to lift bears, bike Iditarod

By AIRMAN 1ST CLASS Grieser, Elmendorf Fitness pounds for a brown bear, or JAVIER ALVAREZ Center director. 1,000 pounds for a polar bear. JBER Public Affairs Stair-steppers become “Some people can’t de- a mountain in the “Climb cide on their daily routine if Joint Base Elmen- Denali” challenge, while they don’t have a lot of fit- dorf-Richardson athletes stationary bikes are trans- ness knowledge,” said Tech. and fitness enthusiasts can planted to the frigid tundra Sgt. Patrick Maciejewski, now dominate the Alaska in the “Bike the Iditarod” Elmendorf Fitness Center landscape by participating challenge. non-commissioned officer in in the Alaska Challenge, an “To bike 1000 miles charge of fitness programs. incentive fitness program would take the average per- “This program gears them offered at base gyms. son a significant amount of toward a set workout routine Interested parties with time,” Grieser said. “The and a measurable goal chal- base access can take part in goal here is to help people Jay Bear, the 673d Force Support Squadron mascot, lenge.” any of the six Alaska-themed develop a pattern of behavior climbs Denali. The Buckner Physical Fitness Center and Thus far there have been challenges. After complet- and help them set a goal for Elmendorf Fitness Center encourage Arctic Warriors two Lift a Bear and one at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson to take the Alaska ing their first, participants themselves.” Challenge and participate in any of six Alaska-themed Climb Denali challenges receive a hydro-flask and Fitness center staff will workout challenges. (Courtesy illustration) completed, Grieser said. challenge sticker specific to see people in the weight “We always review our their accomplishment. A per- room lift polar bears or a fleet equivalent of 40 F-22s for a people will have climbed programs to see how they’re son can take on subsequent of F-22 Raptors in the “Lift a total of 1,737,200 pounds. 3,814 flights of stairs or working each year,” Grieser trials to acquire all challenge Bear” and “JBER F-22 Fleet” Those who Bike the Idi- 40,644 feet. said. “Some challenges might stickers. challenges. tarod will pedal 1,150 miles A runner’s path to Nome phase out and there might be People need only ap- Each challenge must be in six months. will leave them with 540 more additions. If people are proach the front counter of completed in a predeter- To row or swim the Susit- miles completed. finishing too quickly, we will the Elmendorf Fitness Center mined amount of time. na River, people will trek People looking to lift a up the requirement to make or Buckner Physical Fitness JBER F-22 Fleet Chal- through 313 miles. bear will need to lift 250 sure the intent of the program Center to sign up, said Joshua lenge participants will lift the After climbing Denali, pounds for a black bear, 600 is being upheld.”

12 VOLUME 8 • NO. 10 • MARCH 10, 2017 BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS

Jan. 30 long and weigh- tin Edward Millen man of the 703rd Aircraft A son, Louis Emil ing 7 pounds, 5 of the 673d Surgi- Maintenance Squadron. Mundinger, was born 20 ounces at 11:02 cal Operations inches long and weighing p.m. to Kelsey Squadron. A daughter, Charlotte Al- 8 pounds, 4 ounces at 7:06 Lee Barrier and exander Richardson, was p.m. to Katharina Gabriele Air Force Capt. Feb. 21 born 18 inches long and Zellmann and Chief War- Andrew Clem- A son, weighing 6 pounds, 4 ounc- rant Officer 3 Louis Bran- ents Barrier Matthew Dale es at 9:21 a.m. to Catherine don Mundinger of the 6th of the 517th Wood, was Renee Richardson and Air Brigade Engineer Battalion Airlift born 21.5 inches Force Staff Sgt. James Alan (Airborne). Squadron. long and weighing 7 Richardson of the 673d Air pounds, 9 ounces at Base Wing. A daughter, Hannah Ni- 5:33 a.m. to Heather cole Johnson, was born 20.5 Marie Wood and Tech. Feb. 23 inches long and weighing 7 Sgt. Cameron Lee A daughter, Mia No- pounds, 12 ounces at 11:41 Wood of the 732nd elle Elaine Younkins, was p.m. to Tech. Sgt. Kimberly A son, Ryder Mason Ri- A son, Air Mobility Squadron. born 20.5 inches long and Nicole Johnson of the 962nd vera Garcia, was born 19.5 Hunter James Lee Willing, weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounc- Aircraft Maintenance Unit inches long and weighing 6 was born 21 inches long A daughter, Gaia Ry- es at 8:17 a.m. to Kira Rene and Edward Christopher pounds, 7 ounces at 11:44 and weighing 7 pounds, 12 lie Compassi, was born 21 Younkins and Spc. Brandon Johnson. p.m. to Rowena Ann Reyes ounces at 11:25 a.m. to Kristi inches long and weighing 7 Richard Younkins of the 1st Rivera and Coast Guard Lt. Marie Willing and Tech. pounds, 15 ounces at 6:04 Squadron (Airborne), 40th Feb. 3 Rven Michael Tamondong Sgt. Brennen Carl Willing of p.m. to Erika Compassi and Cavalry Regiment. A son, Gabriel Moore Garcia of U.S. Coast Guard the 3rd Maintenance Squad- Air Force Lt. Col. Molly T. Vanderhoof, was born 22.5 Sector Anchorage. ron. Chester of the 673d Force Feb. 25 inches long and weighing Support Squadron. A daughter, Vivian El- 10 pounds, 7 ounces at 8 Feb. 13 Feb. 16 eanor Wilson, was born 21 p.m. to Joy Vanderhoof and A son, Matthew Curtis A daughter, Penny Louise Feb. 21 inches long and weighing Army Capt. Andrew John Riegle, was born 22 inch- Bunstine, was born 20 inches A son, Lucas Christo- 8 pounds, 4 ounces at 4:58 Vanderhoof of the 4th Infan- es long and weighing 10 long and weighing 6 pounds, pher Foreman, was born 21 a.m. to Senior Airman Lisa try Brigade Combat Team pounds, 8 ounces at 6:33 a.m. 2 ounces at 10:03 p.m. to Re- inches long and weighing Thede Wilson of the 773d (Airborne), 25th Infantry to Amanda Lynn Riegle and nee Katherine Bunstine and 10 pounds, 3 ounces at 8:39 Civil Engineer Squadron and Division. Senior Airman John Curtis Sgt. Kevin Owen Bunstine of a.m. to Air Force Master Sgt. Benjamin Carl Wilson. Riegle of the 732nd Air Mo- the 1st Squadron (Airborne), Amanda Diane Foreman of Feb. 4 bility Squadron. 40th Cavalry Regiment. the 611th Air Operations Feb. 26 A son, Lincoln Kaine Center and Air Force Master A son, Max Grayson Por- Donlon, was born 21 inches A daughter, Abigail Alidia Feb. 20 Sgt.Christopher James Fore- ras, was born 20 inches long long and weighing 8 pounds, Bryant, was born 21 inches A son, Troy Nicholas and weighing 7 pounds, 15 ounces at 12:59 a.m. to long and weighing 8 pounds, Gibson, was born 19.5 inches 14 ounces at 2:35 p.m. to Mckenzie Ann Donlon. 3 ounces at 2:45 p.m. to Na- long and weighing 7 pounds, Jessica Parras and Spc. Car- dria Nadira Gabriella Bryant 1 ounce at 3:28 p.m. los Jose Porras of the 725th Feb. 7 and Spc. Ryan Keith Bryant to Shavonne Tiffany Brigade Support Battalion A son, Kruz Kenai Park- of the 17th Combat Sustain- Nicole Gibson and (Airborne). er, was born 23 inches long ment Support Battalion. Army Staff Sgt. Troy and weighing 9 pounds, 13 Benjamin Gibson of Feb. 28 ounces at 10:03 p.m. to Ash- Feb. 15 U.S. Army Alaska. A son, Chase Ori- ley Nicole Parker and Air A son, Darrian Eugene on Behrens, was born Force Staff Sgt. Justin Duane Williams Jr., was born weigh- A daughter, Ophelia 20 inches long and Parker of the 673d Surgical ing 7 pounds, 13 ounces at Rose Millen, was born weighing 7 pounds, 6 Operations Squadron. 9:59 a.m. to Brittany Wil- 21.5 inches long and ounces at 1:23 p.m. to liams and Army Staff Sgt. weighing 8 pounds at Tech. Sgt. Christy Lynn Feb. 11 Darrian Eugene Williams 11:37 p.m. to Alexan- Behrens of the 301st In- A son, Ward Clements of the 6th Brigade Engineer dria Nicole Millen and telligence Squadron and Barrier, was born 21 inches Battalion (Airborne). Air Force Staff Sgt. Aus- Shawn Michael Behrens.

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