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PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID TULLAHOMA TN Vol. 66, No. 9 Arnold AFB, Tenn. PERMIT NO. 29 May 6, 2019 VKF test crew, recent hire earn recognition for Tunnel C repair By Bradley Hicks and Sustainment (TOS) AEDC Public Affairs contractor for their efforts to bring about a favorable Thoughts of abandon- resolution. ing ship never entered “The crew worked the minds of the von together, helped each Kármán Gas Dynamics other, overcame obsta- Facility Test crew and a cles, solved problems, newcomer to Arnold Air remained flexible and Force Base after a leak stayed focused on this was discovered in Wind high-visibility job,” said Tunnel C. VKF Test Cell Supervisor Although they had Greg Sterling. never run into this issue Peckinpaugh, who in before, the group quickly June 2018 began his ca- completed the research, reer with National Aero- secured the materials and space Solutions, the TOS arranged the work neces- contractor at Arnold AFB, sary to ensure that testing is credited with coordi- in Tunnel C could contin- nating the work needed ue as planned. to complete the timely The von Kármán Gas Dynamics Facility Test crew poses for a group photo in front of the Mach 4 Aero- The test crew and VKF repair. therm Nozzle assembly in Wind Tunnel C at Arnold Air Force Base. The group was recently recognized for Test Operations/System “Brad remained calm repairing a leak discovered within the assembly during a water checkout. Pictured from left are Clarence “Remo” Rogers, Dan Randall, Adam Gilliland, Greg Crabtree, Brad Peckinpaugh, Tim Waggoner, Aaron Engineer Brad Peckin- and focused during this Blaser, Josh Jernigan, David Faucett, Jim Crawford and Andy Houser. (U.S. Air Force photo by Bradley paugh, who has been on maintenance period and Hicks) the job for less than one ensured the work was year, were recently rec- performed safely and professional demeanor ter leak in early February used for materials testing, Due to the high tem- ognized with Directorate with high quality,” Peck- exemplified NAS cov- after the installation of the primarily to evaluate the peratures test articles Spot Bonus awards on inpaugh’s Spot Bonus enants.” Mach 4 Aerotherm Noz- performance of thermal would be subjected to, the behalf of the leadership certificate reads. “His The VKF Test crew en- zle. This nozzle, installed protection materials for with the Test Operations attitude, leadership and countered the internal wa- in preparation for a test, is supersonic flight vehicles. See CREW, page 3 AEDC team members complete Mental Health First Aid training By Deidre Ortiz ate care. In essence, this helps in saving AEDC Public Affairs people’s lives.” Lee Smith, Emergency Management A Mental Health First Aid training Deputy Chief at Arnold, said he elect- course was held April 22-23 at the Gos- ed to attend the training to increase his sick Leadership Center on Arnold Air knowledge as a potential mental health Force Base for interested senior leaders, first responder. first responders and security personnel at “A person never knows when they Arnold wanting to receive certification as may be called upon to help guide some- a mental health first aid responder. one in distress to the resources they need According to Tech Sgt. Alexisa Hum- to get through a mental health crisis,” he phrey, Independent Duty Medical Tech- said. “The class increased our ability to nician with the Arnold Medical Aid spot someone who may be developing a Station, this is the first time that Mental mental health issue.” Mickey Gipson, left, senior instrumentation, data and controls (ID&C) engi- Health First Aid training has been offered Smith added that he learned what to neer, and Tabitha Clark, ID&C engineer, run checks April 19 on the opera- at Arnold AFB. look for and about the different types of tor interface of the model positioning system (MPS) for the AEDC H-3 test “The 8-hour training is meant to teach mental health issues people might experi- cell at Arnold Air Force Base. Several elements of the MPS were replaced you how to identify, understand and re- ence. as part of a planned upgrade, including the control system, position abso- spond to signs of mental illness and sub- “It taught us about the different signs lute encoders and motors. Changes were made to meet customer test re- stance use disorders,” Humphrey said. and symptoms of specific illnesses, such quirements. (U.S. Air Force photos by Jill Pickett) (This image was altered by obscuring badges for security purposes.) “It also gives you the skills you need as depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, bi- to reach out and provide initial support polar illness, eating disorders and various to someone who may be developing a addictions.” H-3 model positioning mental health or substance use problem and help connect them to the appropri- See MEMBERS, page 3 system undergoing upgrade The model positioning system of the AEDC H-3 test cell rotates during a demonstration, April 19 at Arnold Air Force Base. The MPS can be moved axially, laterally, vertically and rotation- ally to align the models with the test cell flow. Carol Ackley, Mental Health First Aid training instructor, leads training April 22- 23 at the Gossick Leadership Center on Arnold Air Force Base for interested senior leaders, first responders and security personnel at Arnold. The 8-hour training is meant to teach how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. (U.S. Air Force photo by Deidre Ortiz) U.S. Rep. John Rose Engineers train to Air Force Profile: visits Arnold AFB troubleshoot Col. Michael Brandt …Page 2 …Page 2 …Page 5 2 • May 6, 2019 Arnold U.S. Rep. Air Force Base John Rose visits Arnold AFB U.S. Rep. John Rose, R-Tenn., left, is greet- ed by AEDC Technical Director Ed Tucker Col. Scott Cain during his April 18 visit to Arnold Air Force Commander Base. Rose was at the base to receive an overview and update on the Arnold mission. Jason Austin The congressman was joined by Rebecca Chief, Foster, his district director, and Lou Nave, Public Affairs field representative from his office. (U.S. Air Force photo by Bradley Hicks) (This image was altered by obscuring badges for secu- rity purposes.) Richard Tighe General Manager, National Aerospace Solutions Employee Recognition Program in place to thank High Mach Staff: Kathy Gattis, NAS Executive Editor employees for their outstanding contributions Jill Pickett NAS Editor By Tina Bonner Please take advantage of this improvement or cost savings. crement thereafter. 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