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VOL. 63 NO. 05 THURSDAY, JAN. 31, 2019 OBSERVERPETERSON AIR FORCE BASE Space Operators provide TACPs tactical space training By Staff Sgt. Emily Kenney | 21ST SPACE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — first reason is that the TACP community is focusing Deployed Tactical Air Control Party Airmen ex- on integrating operations across multiple domains pect space effects to work; otherwise pilots get shot at the tactical level, based on the Air Force Chief down, bombs miss targets, and soldiers die. TACPs of Staff's priorities. The second was based off- ex may not know how space works, but if it doesn’t periences from my last deployment. On the way work well for America and its allies then its results out of theater I went by the Combined Air and are devastating. Space Operations Center and received a brief from Space operators from the 16th and 4th Space the space team in theater. I was surprised to learn Control Squadrons at Peterson Air Force Base there were a lot of capabilities and information that are working to change the TACP community’s their assets were providing and major effects they knowledge of space by developing the first Space could have on the battlefield. At the tactical level Operations Course, Jan. 7-11. The course was an within my area of operations, neither myself nor Airman initiative designed to give the TACPs a the ground team I was with know those capabilities working knowledge of what space effects from three existed, which could have impacted our operations on the ground in a positive manner.” Air Force Space Command wings do to specifically Upon return from that deployment, Reeves began impact their ground operations. working with the 21st SW to determine what space The week-long course, organized by Airmen brings to the fight and how they can work together of the 21st Space Wing and the 13th Air Support to improve battlefield operations. Operations Squadron, allowed TACP Airmen a look TACP Space Integration Course 19-01 provided into tactical-level space operations with regard to 18 Airmen from 11 units operational knowledge of mission planning. the 21st SW, 50th SW, 460th SW and the National “There are two big reasons why we came together Reconnaissance Office. to create this course,” said Capt. Ray Reeves, 13th “Space is really at the forefront of deployed opera- ASOS flight commander and course planner. “The (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Thomas Barley) tions,” said Capt. Chelsea Moss, 16th SPCS weapons WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Missouri — U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen assigned and tactics flight commander and course planner. to the 19th Air Support Operations Squadron, Fort Campbell, Kentucky and the 818 Operational “TACPs are the subject matter experts for air power Support Squadron, Pope Field, North Carolina perform exercise Talon Fury Dec. 12, 2018 at Whiteman for the Army. There wasn’t any formal instruction Air Force Base, Missouri. During the exercise TACP Airmen’s job were in charge of calling in the B-2 on space, so we wanted to be able to provide this Spirit Stealth Bomber to help provide air support to those who are on the ground. course to show the importance of space in mission planning and support.” Topics covered during the course included GPS, communicating in jammed environments, RECREATION ANDspace support in monitoring EVENTS Remotely Piloted Aircraft, space threats, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance threats, and battlespace sit- Continued from page 5B uational awareness. “Particularly from the perspective of the 21st • ROYAL GORGE PARK – Tickets are $21 for adults, FINAL SKI / SNOWBOARD $16 for children. 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When you want a ticket to need in order to keep your gear ready to ride between “Working with our Airmen on the groundprofessional and tunes. a special event, please check with us fi rst. showing them how space capabilities can improve • DISNEY SALUTE 2019 – Jan. 1 - Dec. 19, 2019 for The last of this season’s ski and snowboard tuning clin- Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL and Disneyland their operations is crucial toics maintaining will be off ered ourthis month.war- A morning clinic will be in CA. fighting superiority,” said offCol. ered Devin8-10 a.m. Pepper, on Tuesday, 21st February 12. An evening Operations Group commander.clinic “The will be creationoff ered 4-6 of p.m. this on Thursday, February 14. ON-BASE SCHOOLS course is such an importantOf step course, for youboth want Air to Force do this. Get your skis/snowboard ready for spring skiing, which can be some of the season’s COLORADO CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY Space Command and Air Combatbest. Or getCommand.” them ready for the 2019-2020 ski season. • REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW FOR SPRING Equipped with a better understandingCost: $45/person; $5of for the RecOn eligible participant. CLASSES on-base- MAT-110A, Math Concepts. Starts symbiotic relationship betweenIncludes space instruction and ground from professional ski technician, February 13, 2019 and ends March 13, 2019; Wednesdays, operations, TACPs can better integraterepair space supplies into during the course. 5-9 p.m. their training and operations.Sign up: By close of business the day prior to the clinic. • CONTACT ENROLLMENT OFFICE(U.S. Air National at 719-596- Guard photo by Master Sgt. Matt Hecht) For more information, call 719-556-4867, Option 1. 9235 for further information. “I can’t put into words how important this is JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. — U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Control Party Airmen with the New Jersey Air National Guard's 227th Air Support Operations Squadron WEBSTER UNIVERSITY See Tactical space training page 6 coordinate close air support with U.S. Marine Corps aircraft during joint training on Joint BaseSpring McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, 2 term starts March New 18, Jersey, 2019 Dec. 6, 2018. Courses: MONDAY BUSNNEWS 6200 1-10 Strategy &| CompetitionBRIEFS 4 | CLASSIFIED 11 | CROSSWORD 12 INSIDE PROC 5000 Introduction to Procurement SPSM 6000 Capstone Space Operations TUESDAY MRKT 5000 Marketing PROC 5870 Pricing & Contract Integration SPSM 5760 Space Bio-Astronautics WEDNESDAY FINC 5880 Advance Corporate Finance PROC 5840 Negotiations BUSN 5300 Project Procurement Management THURSDAY BUSN 5200 Basic Finance for Managers SPSM 5770 Space Operation Management ITM 5300 Procurement & Contract Mgt of IT *Available to provide free, no-credit training or certifi cates (Lunch and Learns) for fi nancial management, resume and interviews, leadership, plagiarism avoidance, etc. to Peterson SPECIAL base populous. Participants are not required to be Webster BETTER TRAINING, SNOW REMOVALUniversity AND students. SALTING AIRMEN REMEMBER MARTIN RECREATION AND SECTION Please contact Education and Testing Services at 21fss. BETTER RESULTS — ENTER THE [email protected] BOYZ if you have a topic youLUTHER would like to KING, suggest. JR. LEISURE EVENTS PAGE 3 PAGE 5 Please contact Webster UniversityPAGE for information 7 on PAGE 1B graduate level education programs. Peterson AFB Campus, 719-574-7562 webster.edu/peterson
PIKES PEAK COMMUNITY COLLEGE Spring registration for on-base classes continues. Spring Term 1 classes will meet January 28 to March 24, 2019. Late start classes will meet February 18 to May 5, 2019. Spring Term 2 classes will meet April 1 to May 29, 2019. Classes being off ered are: ART 110 – Art Appreciation Term 2 COM 115 - Public Speaking Terms 1 and 2 ENG 121 - English Composition I Term 1 ENG 122 – English Composition II Term 2 MAT 050 – Quantitative Literacy Term 1 MAT 055 - Algebraic Literacy Term 2 MAT 121 – College Algebra LATE Start PHI 111 – Introduction to Philosophy Term 1 POS 105 – Introduction to Political Science Term 1 PSY 101 - General Psychology I Term 2 SOC 101 – Introduction to Sociology Term 1 For additional information, please call 719-502-4300 or visit [email protected]. LIBRARY – 719-556-7462 • STORYTIME – Storytime is 10 a.m. Saturday, February 9 (second Saturday of the month), and 10 a.m. Wednesday, February 27 (last Wednesday of the month). STEM Lab is also at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 9 (second Saturday of the month). • HOLIDAY HOURS – We will be closed Monday, January 18, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, a federal holiday.
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6B FEBRUARY 2019 • Visit www.21fss.com for program details and hours of operation for 21st Force Support Squadron activities • A supplement to the Space Observer 21ST SPACE WING COMMANDER’S CORNER The evolution of U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity program and the role of the Air Force By Dr. Wynona Y. James | 21ST SPACE WING EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — During the laws were developed to maintain equality and protection Cummings, “the U.S. Air Force – along with the Department spring of 1963, the world watched as demonstrators, par- from unlawful discrimination and hate groups. However, of Defense, often has led our society in efforts to equalize ticularly in deep southern states in the U.S., were beaten, during the 1960s, bitterness and hatred remained constant and foster opportunity for its people. With the introduction attacked by police dogs, sprayed with high-pressure water in day-to-day dialogues on racial unrest and any goals of social actions, the Air Force launched a major effort to hoses, and then arrested and jailed. The sight of this kind toward reconciliation eroded. correct injustices. The nature of the problems at the time of brutality against peaceful demonstrators, including chil- Eventually, the federal law was amended to include Title demanded tactics and strategies which could quickly and dren, outraged Americans at home and tarnished the im- VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employers strongly curb the racial and social difficulties.” age of the U.S. abroad. Ironically, these images galvanized from discriminating against employees on the basis of sex, Today, with an agency population of approximately 629,484 the nation by con- race, color, national origin, personnel to include military, DOD civilians, reserve and fronting it with and religion. It generally ap- guard personnel, the Air Force is looked upon as a model its own failings. plies to employers with 15 or agency within the federal government by complying with During the sum- more employees, including civil rights laws and EO processes that eradicate unlawful mer of 1963, civ- The nature of the problems at federal, state, and local gov- discrimination and racial disparities in the workplace. The il rights protests the time demanded tactics and ernments. In 1964, Congress Air Force continues to be on the cutting edge of not only were at an all-time created the U.S. Equal processing and managing discrimination complaints, but Employment Opportunity high, which led to also educating its personnel on EO matters and promoting strategies which could quickly Commission, which was President John F. professional environments where individuals are treated commissioned with the re- Kennedy propos- and strongly curb the racial and with dignity, respect and personal worth regardless of race, sponsibility to also enforce ing the evolution social difficulties. the Age Discrimination in color, religion, national origin, age, disability, reprisal, sexual of federal laws Employment Act, the Equal harassment or genetic information. Other services offered that ensured equal Pay Act, the Americans with under the Alternative Dispute Resolution program, such rights for all indi- Disabilities Act, and the as mediation and group facilitation also afford personnel viduals in the U.S. Genetic Nondiscrimination Information Act. with a number of resources to resolve conflict and disputes The Civil Rights Act of 1964 ensured equality and pro- For the last 54 years and since the original evolution of in the workplace with individuals and/or groups. The EEO tection from unlawful discrimination toward blacks and program offers two tracks of services for military and civilian the Air Force Social Actions Program today known as other minorities in America. Although the law was pro- — DOD employees to resolve discrimination complaints. For gressive and made strides in leveling equality in American the Air Force Equal Opportunity Program — the Air Force more information on the AF EO program and local services institutions and toward minorities, there were portions of has been a valuable contributor and enforcer of civil rights provided at Peterson Air Force Base, contact the 21st Space the country that remained resistant to the laws. Civil rights laws and equality. According to Dr. Brooks Hill and Dr. H. Wing EO office at 719-556-7693.
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2 | SPACE OBSERVER THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2019 | WWW.CSMNG.COM Year of the Defender: Better training, better results By Robb Lingley | 21ST SPACE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Chief before a patient is inside it and again after the patient of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. David Goldfein, has is seated inside the chamber. The difference in volume proclaimed 2019 as the Year of the Defender. is then subtracted to obtain the patient's body volume. Air Force leadership is putting additional resources “We have completed around 70 BOD PODS for into security forces this year, including upgraded kit the defenders so far,” said Bill Goins, 21st AMDS and weapons, and better training under stressful Health promotion flight commander. “We will also be conditions. providing educational briefings on fitness, nutrition, “We must always take integrated and layered base sleep, supplement safety several times per month over defense to a new level by increasing investment in our the next few months.” defenders with new equipment, new training, new As part of the Year of the Defender, 21st SFS will tactics, techniques and procedures, and renewed focus review ways to incorporate improvements into the at every echelon of command,” Goldfein said. “This eight areas listed above. is the Year of the Defender because we don’t project The Year of the Defender, in conjunction with the power without the network of bases and infrastruc- RDI, brings focus back to the defender. As part of ture needed to execute multi-domain operations.” those initiatives, the 21st SFS will continue incor- To start this process, 21st Security Forces Squadron porating improvements in the eight outlined areas, leadership coordinated with the 21st Aerospace making 21st SFS defenders capable and prepared to Medicine Squadron to utilize their BOD POD to maintain mission readiness. determine body fat composition. 21st SFS instituted the Reconstitute Defender Initiative that was created to direct the planning and organization of efforts to address strategic-level tasks associated with correcting long standing deficiencies within security forces. The RDI’s objectives are to restore readiness, revi- talize squadrons and the security forces enterprise, and to increase lethality and close requirement gaps. The RDI looks for improvement outcome in the following eight areas: • Human capital • Trained and lethal defenders • Policy • Equipment • Weapons • Facilities • Instructure • Technical integration On Jan. 23, 2019, a group of defenders gathered at the Health and Wellness Center for body fat (U.S. Air Force photo by Robb Lingley) assessments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Robb Lingley) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – Airman 1st Class Revell Hicks, 21st Security Forces installation patrolman, According to the BOD POD website, the machine PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. – 21st Security Forces Airmen wait to have sits in a BOD POD at the Health and Wellness Center on Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 23, 2019, has an air displacement plethysmograph that uses their body composition tested at the Health and Wellness Center on Peterson while his body densitometry is tested to determine his fat versus lean body composition. This process whole body densitometry to determine fat versus Air Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 23, 2019. As part of the Year of the Defender involves the measurement of the interior volume of the BOD POD before a patient is inside it and again lean body composition. This process involves the and Reconstitute Defender Initiative 21st SFS defenders are incorporating after the patient is seated inside the chamber. The difference in volume is then subtracted to obtain the measurement of the interior volume of the BOD POD improvements to help them improve their mission readiness. patient's body volume.
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4 | SPACE OBSERVER THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2019 | WWW.CSMNG.COM Snow removal and salting — Enter the Dirt Boyz By Cameron S. Hunt | 21ST SPACE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. significance of these teams, and the lessons lanes, and all access gates to Peterson AFB. ment, a kick broom, and a sand spreader — The winter months bring seasonal festiv- learned throughout the season, influence The “Dirt Boyz” is a widely used nickname that spreads a mixture of magnesium chlo- ities and cold blustery snow days, but also safety policies, delayed reporting procedures adopted by Air Force Civil Engineering ride and sand on the ground. This mixture unsafe driving conditions. When it snows and base closures, said Master Sgt. Jason organizations that applies to the Airmen melts the remaining snow and ice that the on Peterson Air Force Base, the 21st Civil Lilley, 21st CES non-commissioned officer that work construction and operate heavy plow doesn’t initially remove. The grit of Engineer Squadron’s “Dirt Boyz” will clear in charge of pavements and equipment. machinery including dump trucks, bulldoz- the sand provides added traction to tires the snow and salt the roadways to ensure the “It is critical to the Peterson mission that ers, road grinders, excavators and front end reducing slippage and increasing safety on the base roadways, parking lots and thor- loaders. Often times working in extreme the roadways, said Born. day’s mission can be accomplished safely. oughfares are continuously maintained,” weather and for extended duty hours, these “The most rewarding aspect of this job is Snow season for Peterson AFB runs from said Staff Sgt. Michael Born, 21st CES Airmen maintain the roadways year-round. gaining a sense of accomplishment of doing Sept. 1 – May 31. During this timeframe, heavy equipment craftsman. “Our efforts “Dirt Boyz” not only work in any season- something significant that impacts the 21st some 21st CES personnel are relieved of ensure multinational and joint operational al environmental condition, they are also CES mission,” said Lilley. “The dedication their normal military duties and assigned command plans aren’t hampered, and safe trained to work in combat conditions. of the ‘Dirt Boyz’ crews is rock solid; they to snow removal crews. Snow removal teams driving conditions are maintained during “Dirt Boyz” use multi-purpose snow answer the call regardless of the weather consist of two crews working 12-hour shifts. inclement weather conditions.” plow trucks with a front-end plow to move conditions or the tasks asked of them.” Snow removal personnel are placed in an Priority mission areas for snow removal the snow to the shoulder of the road. The For more information regarding de- essential duty status and are subject to re- are the Peterson airfield apron, access to trucks also have accessories that aid in snow layed reporting or base closures, call call during adverse weather conditions. The taxiways, aircraft rescue and firefighting removal, including a snow blower attach- 719-556-Snow.
(U.S. Air Force photo by Cameron Hunt) PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — 21st Civil Engineer Squadron “Dirt Boyz” clear and salt roads and thoroughfares at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado, Jan. 28, 2019. During snow season, the snow removal team is placed in an essential duty status and is subject to recall during adverse conditions.
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to the TACP community,” said Reeves. in the Army to three-star headquarters, “When we start talking about the future so if we can help integrate space across fights and what we’re training toward – those echelons I believe we can have a and we’re talking about major contested Department of Defense wide impact.” operations with a peer enemy – the ability TACPs are embedded with Army units to operate from multiple domains is going and are responsible for planning, integrat- to be key to any success on the ground. By us learning what space can provide and ing and executing Air Force operations being able to integrate it at the ground worldwide. When properly trained and level, we are going to impact far more than positioned they ensure the space-based just the TACP community. TACPs are effects are used and integrated to support aligned from the lowest tactical echelon ground maneuvers.
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6 | SPACE OBSERVER THURSDAY, JANUARY 31, 2019 | WWW.CSMNG.COM Airmen remember Martin Luther King, Jr. By Erinn Callahan | 21ST SPACE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS PETERSON AIR FORCE his pursuit of racial equality, to each and every one of you,” BASE, Colo. — Dr. Martin Luther Johnson said. Wade said. “You guys are go- King, Jr. ushered America into an “In the military, we signed up ing to hear that over and over era of racial inclusion, desegre- to ensure that all Americans have again, because a lot of times I gation and equal rights with his the unalienable rights of life, lib- feel there’s folks on the sideline 1963 “I Have a Dream” speech, erty and the pursuit of happiness, watching things happen.” speakers said Jan. 23, 2019, during just like he pursued,” Johnson King’s ultimate goal was to see the annual Dr. Martin Luther said. “We are all going to stay people of all races, backgrounds King, Jr. Observance Luncheon on the high plane of dignity and and creeds be able to sit together on Peterson Air Force Base. discipline, just like he told us to.” and communicate – a goal every- This year’s theme was Guest speaker Carlos Wade, one on Peterson AFB must help “Remember, Celebrate, Act,” as 21st Force Support Squadron se- achieve, Wade said. Airmen gathered in The Club nior youth sports director, began “I don’t ask you to like who I ballroom to commemorate his speech with a simple question. am. I don’t ask you to like what I King’s life and tireless fight “I ask you guys today, ‘Are we do, or who I’m married to, or who for freedom, which he carried still dreaming?’” Wade said. “And my partner is,” Wade said. “All on until his death by an assas- if we are dreaming, what are we I ask of you is just respect me. I sin’s bullet April 4, 1968, at a dreaming about?” think if Martin was alive today, Memphis, Tenn. hotel. Wade emphasized equality he would want the same thing.” “As we celebrate his birthday and accountability as he talked The MLK Observance and remember Dr. King, we are about applying King’s principles Luncheon kicked off the Black going to continue to honor his to today’s society. As other pushes Heritage Committee’s annual legacy,” said Col. Sam Johnson, for equality gain steam – such Black History Month celebra- 21st Space Wing vice commander. as the #MeToo movement and tion. A reading at the Peterson Members of the military are the LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexu- AFB Child Development Center familiar with answering a call al, transgender) community – it is scheduled for Feb. 4-7, 2019, (U.S. Air Force photo by Erinn Callahan) higher than themselves, and King is important not to lose sight of followed by the Deployed Spouses PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. — Guest speaker Carlos Wade, 21st Force Support Squadron senior youth sports lived out that same selflessness, King’s message, Wade said. Dinner Feb. 21, 2019, and a Black director, talks about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy during the MLK Observance Luncheon Jan. 23, 2019, at servanthood and leadership in “I throw that accountability History Month play Feb. 27, 2019. The Club on Peterson AFB, Colorado. Help save BE THEIR lives HEROES Earn up to $540 in a month by donating plasma at: Talecris Plasma Resources 719-635-5926 2502 East Pikes Peak Ave Biomat USA 719-380-6991 3776 Airport Rd
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Flight Leadership Course have helped of being a flight commander is managing me in this challenging role? people. The Flight Leadership Course First, I would have learned about lead- gives an opportunity for Airmen to dis- ing people. I quickly had to learn how cuss scenarios with leaders who have to write performance reports, awards years of experience in dealing with a packages, disciplinary paperwork, and multitude of issues. No two situations now all the same on the civilian side. In will ever be the same, but working addition, how I lead people as a flight through theoretical challenges with commander ultimately affects that per- experienced leaders in a learning envi- son’s career. It is our job as flight lead- ronment can help Airmen when faced ers to hold our people accountable and with issues at work. help grow and develop them into the At the end of the day, developing, best leaders they can be. This course training, and building Airmen is a is the first step to prepare flight com- continuous cycle. We, as young flight manders and chiefs to help grow their commanders and flight chiefs, will be subordinates. mentored and trained by squadron, Second, the course would have taught group, and wing-level leaders, and in me that it is ok to mess up. An important turn, we will then pass our knowledge Love to the next generation of Airmen. The piece of advice I have been given is there are multiple correct ways to handle a Flight Leadership Course is an excellent is in situation, but rarely a wrong way if your opportunity for leaders to build their approach is moral, legal, and ethical. own tool kit so we can continue to suc- As a new flight commander, I made ceed with our missions and people. the oven The next Flight Leadership Couse is choices that were influenced by others, due to lack of mentorship or training scheduled for Feb. 6 — 8. The course is that would have allowed me to stand on available to officers, Non-commissioned DISH features recipes from local chefs on my own to make an informed decision. officers and civilians who are current- how to impress a date by cooking at home The Flight Leadership Course teaches us ly filling or slated to fill as flight -com for Valentine’s Day or any day! how to handle different circumstances manders, flight chiefs, and equivalents. by hearing from leaders who made poor In addition, officers and NCOs wishing choices in their own careers and how to improve their leadership skills are they overcame those mistakes to lead welcome. For more information or to Pick up the February 13 issue of the through failure. It also allows the op- sign up, please contact Capt. Allison Independent or check out csindy.com for this portunity to share best practices, lessons Thomas at [email protected] food lovers’ recipe guide. learned and personal experiences so we or 719-556-6851. can best serve in our new roles. For squadron and group commanders Finally, it would have provided me interested in teaching lessons or leading tools to deal with difficult problem sets. discussions during the course, please I have found the most challenging aspect reach out to Thomas as well.
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