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Base Briefs Claims against estate Th e extends its deepest regrets to the family of Master Sgt. Michael A. Evert, deceased. If anyone has claims against the estate of Sergeant Michael Evert, 22nd Space Operations Squadron, contact Lt. Col. Eric Dorminey of 22nd SOPS at 567- 5428.

National Anthem singer tryouts taking place today Singer tryouts for the National Anthem will be held at 1 p.m. today in the wing conference room in the DeKok Building. Th e chosen singer will perform at the annual awards event taking place Feb. 2. To sign up, contact Master Sgt. Amy Majercik of the 50th Security Forces Squadron at 567-5613. For more information, contact Tech.

Sgt. Leah Wilson of the 50th Mission Whittington Amber by Photo Support Squadron at 567-7329.

DASH volunteers wanted Drive A Service Member Home is seeking volunteers from 10 p.m. to 3 Col. Robert Skinner, Col. Terry Djuric and Chief Master Sgt. David Gouin stand with 50th Space Wing’s 2007 Communications and Information Award winners for a a.m. Jan. 25-26. photo. Skinner is the commander of the 50th Network Operations Group, Colonel Djuric is commander of the 50th Space Wing and Chief Gouin is weekend dispatcher and 14 driv- Space Command’s information management functional manager. ers, eight males and six females, are needed. Volunteer positions are avail- able to all ranks and services. Communications, information pros honored For more information, contact Staff By Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez 50th Network Operations Group commander based career fi elds. Sgt. Adrian Fernandez of the 1st Space 50th Space Wing Public Affairs Col. Robert Skinner and guest speaker Chief “Aerospace power is undeniably America’s Operations Squadron at 567-2747. Schriever honored the wing’s best com- Master Sgt. David Gouin, Air Force Space asymmetric advantage, and to maintain this munications and information professionals Command’s information management func- advantage, the demand for time critical in- Blood donors needed with an awards banquet Jan. 10 at the Satellite tional manager. (Click here for a list of award formation for our Airmen has increased dra- winners.) matically,” Chief Gouin said. “Joint Vision 20 A blood drive will take place from Dish dining facility. “What a great day to recognize our com- 20 identifi es that to keep the edge over our 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Jan. 30 in the Th e 50th Space Wing 2007 Communications and Information Awards breakfast recog- munications and information professionals,” adversaries, we must establish and maintain Building 300 auditorium. information and information technology nized 27 nominees in 14 diff erent categories Colonel Skinner said. “We are truly living For more information, contact superiority.” for their achievements in various commu- in interesting times and it’s the Airmen we Th e chief further explained how critical Master Sgt. Kenneth Hans of the Space nications, information and computer based are recognizing today who will lead us in communications and information can be Innovation and Development Center these times.” career fi elds. to the Air Force mission. Knowledge-based at 567-6492. Colonel Skinner concluded his remarks A packed house was on hand to witness operations are critical in ensuring eff ective, the event including unit commanders. Also by introducing guest speaker Chief Gouin. attending and providing remarks was 50th Th e chief talked about the importance of Special duty assignment team See Awards page 8 to visit Schriever Space Wing commander Col. Terry Djuric, communications, information and computer Th e Air Education and Training Command special duty assignment team will visit Schriever Jan. 31. Th e main briefi ng will be held from Schriever Airmen visit Florence veterans’ home 9:15 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. in the Building By Lorna Gutierrez 300 auditorium and will cover spe- Schriever Sentinel cial duty topics to include recruiting, Some Airmen got to spend some quality time military training instructor, military with their military elders when members of Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 1182 visited training leader, technical training in- the Colorado State Veterans Home in Florence structor and PME instructor. A senior Jan. 18. leadership briefi ng for commanders, Th ough the initial premise of the visit was to chiefs and fi rst sergeants, which covers help deliver 16 donated chairs to the home, the the application process and the role Airmen also took time to make some new friends, leadership plays, will be held from 11:45 who had years of stories to tell. a.m. to 12:15 p.m. “I like to talk with the vets, they have so For more information, contact many years on me,” said Senior Airman Mark Master Sgt. Richard Longacre of the Kapalczynski, who is assigned to the Air Force 50th Mission Support Squadron at Technical Applications Center Detachment 46 567-5927. here. Th e AFSA Chapter tries to visit the VA home

More Briefs page 7 on a quarterly basis. On this particular visit, the Gutierrez Lorna by Photo Airmen came bearing refreshments and new chairs to replace old chairs that were falling apart. Inside “Th e last time we were here, there were a lot of chairs that were beaten down,” said Senior Master Commentary ...... 2 Senior Airman Mark Kapalczynski visits with a resident of the Colorado State Veteran’s Home on Jan. 18. Sgt. Charles Turner of the 3rd Space Operations ORI ...... 4 Airman Kapalczynski and other Airmen from the Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 1182 helped to deliver new chairs to the home and visited with some of the residents. Airman Kapalczynski is assigned to Sports ...... 9 See Visit page 8 the Air Force Technical Applications Center Detachment 46. Schriever Sentinel 2 January 24, 2008 Schriever Sentinel January 24, 2008 3 COMMENTARY

PUBLISHER The 2-way street of mentorship Lon P. Matejczyk [email protected] Commentary by Lt. Col. Scott Warner were called kohei. Editorial 386th E xpeditionar y Civil Engineer As a shodan, I was considered a sempai in the “Mentorship is the respon- Editor Squadron commander class. Of course, the other sempai in the class Mike Boyd SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFPN) — When I was were considered to be my peers, much as you sibility of each and every [email protected] a young lieutenant, I had no idea what I was get- would consider the Airmen in similar ranks. Th e relationship between a sensei and a sempai was person to learn from those Staff Reporter ting into when I joined the Air Force. I was not a military brat, nor had I had any more than just that of student/teacher; a sem- Lorna Gutierrez pai is expected to do more than just learn. Th ey more experienced than you [email protected] experience with the military other than my college ROTC. I was as- have responsibilities to help with the ADVERTISING and to help teach those less signed a sponsor, who did a great class, to teach the kohei as well as pursuing their own learning. In Advertising Director/GM job of getting me settled at the experienced than you.” Tex Stuart base and into my daily routine. my case, I spent at least as much time teaching other students their [email protected] Aft er the fi rst six months in, I was basic katas and positions as I did Rob Carrigan comfortable in the job, but not multiple people when you are looking to make as comfortable with the Air learning my new ones. [email protected] an informed decision. Seek those out who you Force. Mentorship is similar to Tammy Fogall that. It is not just a matter have respect for, who set an example you identify I wasn’t sure what I was with, or that are on a path you are interested in [email protected] supposed to be doing. Should of receiving, it is a matter of giving as well. traveling down. Engage them in conversation, Kathleen Gannon I pursue a master’s degree, get ask their advice and you are well on you way to my professional engineer rating, Even if you are the chief of [email protected] staff of the Air Force or the young- cultivating a new mentor. or volunteer for deployments? Being a mentor to those junior to you is a Linda Stuart It felt like everyone else knew what they est airman basic in the Air Force, you [email protected] have people around you that are more ex- responsibility. were doing and what they were to do next. I was As you progress through your military career, Classifi ed Ad Manager perienced or less experienced. Mentorship is uncomfortable and unsure of what I should be you acquire knowledge. I’m not just talking about Heidi Witherington the responsibility of each and every person to doing, so I began to ask questions of the major the kind of knowledge you get from attending [email protected] who was my supervisor. He took pity on the poor learn from those more experienced than you and to help teach those less experienced than you. school and training; I’m referring to what my ART DEPARTMENT lost lieutenant and introduced me to what I now Dad calls the “School of Hard Knocks.” A lot know to be mentorship. Mentorship also implies a special relationship, a Art Director personal one that is similar to friendship or that of this knowledge is taken for granted. It seems To me, mentorship is a powerful type of re- so basic or maybe the importance fades as the Rowdy Tompkins of an older brother/sister to a younger sibling. lationship. It is more than that of a student/ years go by. However, to an Airman junior to [email protected] teacher relationship that is more of a one-way In the Air Force, we refer to it as the wingman concept. you, this might be crucial information that can Assistant Production relationship where the teacher teaches and the help them make a touch decision or resolve a student learns. Mentorship is more of a two-way Having a mentor senior to you is an Manager opportunity. diffi cult situation. Jeff Adcox relationship; a more appropriate example for me As stewards of this information, you have a comes from the karate dojo. As a military member interested in your own [email protected] career, a mentor off ers you the opportunity to responsibility to assist your more junior members When I was studying karate in Hawaii, we by allowing them to learn from your experi- were required to learn the diff erent levels and benefi t from someone else’s experience. Ask them questions, get their advice and use them as a ences, both positive and negative. Find those relationships in the dojo. Th e instructor, who more junior to you who could benefi t from your in my case was a seventh-degree black belt, is sounding board for your future plans, what- ever you want advice on. And the real beauty experiences and off er them the opportunity to called a sensei. Th e senior students in the class, learn from them. Not only will you be helping normally the brown and lesser black belts, were of it is, you don’t have to have just one mentor. You can have as many as you want. In fact, it them, but also you will fi nd it personally reward- called sempai. Th e junior students in the class, ing as well. all the lower belts from white through green, can be a real benefi t to get the viewpoints of Schriever Sentinel 4 January 24, 2008 ‘‘gamegame fface’ace’ moremore tthanhan a looklook

What is “game face”? end or whether an inspector is watching. Game face is a de- Game face is keeping a professional look with uniform, scription oft en used hygiene and bearing. in sports to describe Game face is protecting passwords and other sensi- the look on competi- tive information. Th ere’s been so much emphasis on not tors’ faces when they revealing network passwords that people may forget are focused on accom- that other pieces of information are just as valuable. plishing their goal. For example, having a computer name allows remote Th eir mantra is accomplish the goal and access to that particular computer from the base’s local remove the obstacles in their way. area network helpdesk. If the information falls into the Th e 50th Space Wing has its goal, an “out- wrong hands, it can be just as dangerous as a compro- standing” on the upcoming Air Force Space mised password. Command’s IG Operational Readiness, It’s important to know the correct set of duress words Expeditionary Readiness and Compliance and procedures, real-world and exercise. inspections. Game face is having situational awareness. Be aware While not everyone here will be walking around of your surroundings and changes in them. If things with stern looks on their faces, they should have the state look out of the ordinary, report it to someone; don’t of mind and attitude that the game face represents. just walk by and think someone else will notice it later. Th ere’s much more than a look to game face. It means Take charge! being ready. It means remembering what’s right, no mat- Game face is treating exercise scenarios as though ter what else is going on. they are real. Th e lessons learned in these situations save Photo illustration by Alex Groves Game face is starting and ending each phone call, lives. Learn the lessons; they may save yours. e-mail, radio or other type of communication with “exer- With the ORI less than two weeks away, it’s time to cise, exercise, exercise,” no matter who is on the receiving put on a game face and say, “Bring it on!” ssmartmart ddiet,iet, exerciseexercise ppossibleossible dduringuring inspectioninspection

Th e Health and Wellness Center has com- will still feel hungry — but at least you’ll piled the following advice to help you stay be hydrated. healthy even in the middle of an opera- Avoid caff eine, as it is a diuretic and will tional readiness inspection: cause you to lose more water. A good rule of thumb is to divide your body Exercise Regularly weight by two and drink that many ounces of Th e 2005 Dietary Guidelines for water per day. Drink more if you’re physically Americans recommends 60 minutes of physi- active or exercising — about two or three s a f e t y c a n m a k e o r b r e a k cal activity on most days of the week. Th is ounces every 15 minutes during the activity. actividy doesn’t have to be at the gym or even aann iinspectionnspection all at once. Some of the increase in physical Maintain A Proper Diet activity can come from parking at the back of As the 50th Space Wing prepares for the the day? It wasn’t the crew’s good deeds, but Eat a variety of foods daily to promote the parking lot or taking the stairs instead of optimal nutrition. Th is will ensure you’re upcoming operational readiness inspec- rather the violation of safety. the elevator. Talk to your health care provider tion, we have to keep one thing in mind: the As we prepare to receive the Air Force getting the proper vitamins and minerals before beginning an exercise program if you to meet your body’s needs. Eat fresh fruits inspectors are looking to see what kinds of Space Command inspection team, we need do not have a current program. for active-duty and vegetables, whole breads and cereals, professionals we are. Judging professional- to keep some things in mind. In our eff orts personnel, talk to your unit physical training low-fat dairy products and lean protein ism combines a lot of variables — how to make the right impression on the inspec- leaders for ideas on what you can do during sources. Limit your fat, saturated fat and we perform our primary duties, our work tors, we may be tempted to take shortcuts or the inspection. environment appearance, our ability to meet speed up our actions to accomplish whatever cholesterol. Use sugar in moderation, and requirements, the quality of all of our ad- tasks come our way. While the inspector avoid too much salt. ditional duties, and how safely we conduct may be impressed by your zeal, your eff orts Eat Right business. will be wasted if you compromise safety to Choose a variety of foods from the Food During a higher headquarters inspection accomplish the task. Enthusiasm is essential Guide Pyramid. Limit your fats, oils and Limit the Effects Of Stress several years ago, a supervisor and his crew to getting good scores in evaluations, but if sweets while choosing more whole grains Letting stress become unmanageable can were hustling to load a C-17 Globemaster III you ignore safety warnings, your mistake and whole-wheat products. In addition, snack break down even the best immune defenses. while the inspector looked on and admired can overshadow all the good work your team frequently during the inspection to help you Preparing for your day the evening before can the crew’s profi ciency. At the last minute, has done. maintain energy levels and mental alertness. limit stressful situations from the start. someone had to check the loading equip- Th e 50th Space Wing Safety offi ce encour- To optimize this eff ect, choose fruits and Don’t rely on your memory; write things ment. Th e supervisor, being the go-getter ages you to do your best and shine brightly vegetables for snacks instead of items high down and make lists. Make a list of priorities that he was, jumped onto the equipment for inspectors. However, remember that the in sugar and fat, as the latter items will leave and stick to that list as best you can. Be aware while it was moving. It was only moving inspection team is evaluating all aspects of you feeling even more run-down. of what you are doing and how you’re spend- at about 2 mph, so he thought it wouldn’t how you do your job. Th ey expect you to Make sure your snack items are conve- ing your time. Does the way you’re using your be a big deal. know and follow all applicable safety require- niently located so that you’re more likely to time meet the needs of the list you made? However, the rules said the equipment ments. If you see something that is potentially eat them. Meal replacement bars and shakes Don’t procrastinate. If it needs to be done must be stopped for access. Th e inspector unsafe, stop the operation and make sure are an option as well, but use them sparingly; and it takes priority on your list, do it now. noted the violation and stopped the opera- proper safety precautions are taken. if you can eat real food, do so. You’ll feel a great deal of accomplishment tion. If you have not been in an inspection Remember, safety is paramount. that will carry over into the rest of your day before, stopping an operation is a good indi- Demonstrate to the inspectors that you Get Enough Sleep of even your week. cation that you did something very wrong. know your job and know how to do it safely. Lack of sleep can leave your nerves on edge Pace yourself — don’t try to take care of What did the inspector brief at the end of Th ink blue and be safe! and in no shape to meet the challenges of your everything at once. You’ll get more done with job. Most studies show that people need be- fewer headaches. Th e important note here is tween seven and nine hours of sleep per night to set challenging goals but be realistic with to operate most eff eciently during the day. yourself. Don’t set yourself up for failure. Sleep is your body’s opportunity to re- charge so you can attack the next day with Work Out optimal energy. If you get distracted in the Exercise has a similar eff ect on the body evening and don’t remember to go to bed as stress but provides an outlet for the built- early, then set your alarm clock so that you up energy. It will provide an outlet for your remember to go to bed. daily stress as well. Readiness is directly tied to our physical Hydrate well-being, and a large part of our physical You can lose one to two quarts of water per well-being is fi tness. Being physically fi t not day just by breathing. We live in a desert in only enables us to perform the mission at Colorado, and just because you’re not sweat- hand but also decreases our rates of illness ing doesn’t mean you don’t need more water. and chronic disease. If you are out sick, then Most people misinterpret the thirst signal for you cannot perform the mission. hunger, so if you start to feel hungry, drink Doing your part to be fi t increases the fi t- some water. If you were actually hungry, you ness of the wing. Be ready; be fi t to fi ght! Schriever Sentinel January 24, 2008 5 Kehler: ‘AFSPC has been entrusted with a national mission’ By Airman 1st Class Wesley Carter 30th Space Wing Public Affairs VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, “I believe one of our top pri- Calif. — For the fi rst time in his short tenure orities is to improve our space as commander of Air Force Space Command, situational awareness” Gen. Robert Kehler walked off a plane Jan. 8 on the Vandenberg fl ight line and took a Gen. Robert Kehler, stroll down memory lane. Th e former 30th Space Wing command- Air Force Space Command commander er was back at Vandenberg to hold a com- mander’s call as well as participate in the promotion ceremony of Lt. Gen. William “As I look into the future, I see a time when Shelton, commander of the Joint Functional Air Force Space Command must be prepared Component Command for Space (under U.S. to operate and deliver its space capabilities Strategic Command) and commander of 14th in a contested environment,” General Kehler Air Force, Air Force Space Command. said. “We saw some of that evidence when General Kehler said he was proud of the the Chinese tested their anti-satellite weapon 30th Space Wing. and reminded the whole world that there “Air Force Space Command has been en- are capabilities that can threaten our space trusted with a national mission, and that systems.” mission is getting more important every day,” Th e Chinese ASAT test occurred Jan. Plew Matthew 1st Class Airman by Photo General Kehler said. 11, 2007, when China destroyed one of its “Th e extraordinary professionalism of the weather satellites. men and women assigned to Vandenberg to Th e current catalog of space debris directly include Airmen, government employees and attributed to China ASAT test is about 2,500, contractors has not changed,” he said. which puts every nation’s space capabilities Th e general’s experience in the use of U.S. at risk. space capabilities grew during his assign- For some 30th Space Wing members, hear- ments as the director of National Security ing the general’s concerns fi rst-hand was eye Gen. Robert Kehler (left), commander of Air Force Space Command, shakes hands with Col. Steve Tanous, Space Integration, chairman of the Space opening. 30th Space Wing commander, after concluding his visit here Jan. 8. General Kehler’s visit consisted of a tour of Superiority and Nuclear Deterrence Panel, “As a new member of the space community, Vandenberg’s launch facilities, Lt. Gen. William Shelton’s promotion, as well as meeting with Vandenberg Airmen and deputy commander of U.S. Strategic it is eye opening to think that other countries and leadership to address questions and concerns regarding the misson of the Air Force and AFSPC. Command. may be committing to use space as a military Th e space mission is critically important asset,” said 2nd Lt. Brian Guetchschow, a power shaped it in the last century.” for many Team “V” servicemembers. for the future, the general said. All U.S. mili- mission fl ight control/range control offi cer Th e general said he not only takes pride Airmen should know there are big changes tary space capabilities get to orbit from two with the 2nd Range Operations Squadron. in the mission and space capabilities that happening in the Air Force, but there are primary places, Patrick AFB, Fla., on the “Most people have never considered space Team “V” provides, but also that it accom- reasons for them. Airmen should not worry East Coast and at Vandenberg on the West to be a potential battle zone.” plishes this while deploying a large number about the problems the Air Force faces but Coast. Working in that contested environment of Airmen. should continue being the solution, General “Vandenberg is continuing a string of 56 means shift ing priorities. “Th is base deploys more Airmen than Kehler said. successful launches, and that only happens “I believe one of our top priorities is to any other base in the command,” he said. Th e commander left the Vandenberg with professionals dedicated to the mission,” improve our space situational awareness, the “Although the large number impacts the Airmen with a challenge. he said. protection of space systems on the ground and workforce, you continue to perform at the “It is not the machinery or the technol- Due to new and emerging geopolitical the links that puts them together,” General highest of levels.” ogy that makes the Air Force,” he said. “It stressors, space is more important now than Kehler said. “Space is shaping the American Th e high number of deployments means is the Airmen. In everything you do strive ever, he said. way of warfare in this century just like air going to a combat area is becoming a reality for perfection.” Schriever Sentinel 6 January 24, 2008 New ALS curriculum creates new challenges By Senior Airman Joshua Stevens 28th Bomb Wing Public Affairs ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, S.D. (AFPN) – Airmen attending Airman Leadership School here and at all Air Force bases come into the new year with many changes to its core curriculum that may create a more challenging course for students ready to become NCOs. ALS institutions Air Force-wide are required to have a “historic, total rewrite” of the training system in place and ready for instruction as of Jan. 1, said Senior Master Sgt. Joey Parks, the 28th Mission Support Squadron ALS Flight chief. Airman Leadership School is a 192-hour, 24-academic-

day class whose mission is to prepare senior airmen for Sanchelli Anthony 1st Class Airman by Photo supervisory duties and foster a commitment to the profes- sion of arms. “Th e changes were made so that the curriculum would be in line with a combat expeditionary mindset,” said Tech. Sgt. James Delo Jr., a 28th MSS ALS Flight instructor. “Th e College for Enlisted Professional Military Education completed a two-year deliberate process, blending inputs from Air Force leaders to hone the eff ectiveness, precision and clarity of the ALS curriculum,” Sergeant Parks said. Tech. Sgt. Heather McDougall teaches Airmen during Airman Leadership School Dec. 11 at Ellsworth Air Force Base, S.D. Calendar year 2008 In the previous curriculum, the four modules taught were marks the beginning of signifi cant changes to the core curriculum of all Air Force Airman Leadership Schools. The changes will affect all aspects of leadership management, profession of arms, human relations the ALS training regimen. ALS is a 192-hour, 24-academic-day class whose mission is to prepare senior airmen for supervisory duties and foster a and communication skills. commitment to the profession of arms. Under the revised system there are still four training mod- ules, but they have transitioned to supervisor of Airmen, “ALS fl ight chiefs and instructors across 70 schools contrib- our lesson plans are in line. All instructors must teach and military professional, combat leader and supervisory uted toward the lessons, using their community of practice administer tests to Airmen in the same manner. communicator. (CoPs are Web-based applications that military bases use to Student testing is one of the areas most signifi cantly af- “Th e new curriculum is designed to strengthen an Airman’s provide information to Airmen),” Sergeant Parks said. fected by the changes. leadership and management skills and their understand- “Ellsworth was chosen as a test base about seven months “As of this class (that began Jan.10), the entire course ing of ethical conduct as warrior leaders and role models,” ago for professional conduct lessons by the College for is testable,” Sergeant Delo said. “In previous classes only Sergeants Parks said. “Communication studies lessons will Enlisted Professional Military Education,” Sergeant Delo specifi c segments of the course were testable.” challenge a student’s written and oral communication skills said. “We also critiqued many of the proposed changes that “You can no longer pass this course by being active in the at a higher level.” came along.” classroom alone,” Sergeant McDougall said. “From now on, He also described the changes to the rest of the course. Th e renovation of the course is proving to not only be a much more home study will be needed.” “New lessons focus on the synergy of operating with mul- challenge for students, but also the instructors. Another signifi cant change in the course comes to the tinational and joint forces, as well as understanding total “You have to essentially relearn your job,” Sergeant Delo material regarding enlisted evaluations. force integration,” Sergeant Parks said. “Enlisted heritage said, having taught ALS for the past fi ve years. Th e classes before the beginning of 2008 learned aspects and history, plus regional awareness and cultural sensitivity Th e last class to graduate with the old material did so of the old enlisted performance report system, Sergeant have also been added.” Dec. 21, Sergeant Delo said. Th e current ALS class began Delo said. Now we will be able to completely teach all the About 35 percent of the material is completely new, and Jan. 10, so the instructors didn’t have much time to fi nish aspects of the new EPR. the rest was signifi cantly revised, Sergeant Delo said. their certifi cations. “Before, the evaluation systems section of instruction was “Of all the information, the combat leader course is the Instructors are required to become profi cient in all areas about eight hours in length, but it will now be 14 hours,” newest,” said Tech. Sgt. Day McDougall, a 28th MSS ALS of study. Sergeant McDougall said. Flight instructor. “It used to be referred to as profession of “We had to test on all the material at 90 percent or better Th e new course is “more applicable,” Sergeant McDougall arms, but has had a huge overhaul.” to become subject matter experts,” Sergeant McDougall said. said. “Airmen should be able to use all of this information Th e changes were in the works for the past two years, Another aspect that makes becoming profi cient diffi cult, in a real-world capacity – both on the battlefi eld and at Sergeant Delo said. is making sure we coordinate with each other to ensure their home station.” Schriever Sentinel January 24, 2008 7 NORAD celebrates 50 years of defending N. America

By Wynn Anne Sibbald ent NORAD personnel. Information on prizes and contest Graphic courtesy of NORAD North American Aerospace Defense Command Public Affairs rules can be found at www.norad.mil/50. Fift y years ago, the Everly Brothers’ song ‘All I Have to For 50 years, NORAD has guarded the things people value Do is Dream’ was topping the charts, the Hula Hoop was most: loved ones, liberties and peace of mind. Th e anniver- invented and beatniks were referring to cars as “chariots.” sary is an occasion to refl ect on the history of NORAD and More importantly, Canada and the U. S. formally ac- recognize its evolution in response to new and changing knowledged their mutual commitment to defending their threats and emerging technologies. Th e anniversary events citizens from air attacks. Th e two countries created the will be an opportunity to honor the strong bi-national rela- North American Aerospace Defense Command, or NORAD. tionship, the valor of the men and women who serve and the Although NORAD originally began operations at Ent Air important role of the many partners — including our local Force Base in downtown Colorado Springs, Colo., on Sept. communities — who support homeland defense. 12, 1957, the offi cial NORAD agreement wasn’t signed until Times have defi nitely changed and many of the fads have May 12, 1958. faded into history. But NORAD’s longstanding, successful Th is May, NORAD celebrates the signing of the landmark relationship has evolved over 50 years to remain as relevant mutual defense agreements with several commemorative today in these times of terrorist threats as it was half a century events. Th ese include a ‘Golden Jubilee Ball,’ aircraft and ago during the Cold War. It remains a powerful symbol of displays at major air shows across Canada and the U. S., a two countries working together to defend the citizens of both public essay contest and a photo contest for prior and pres- countries from those who would do them harm.

BASE BRIEFS

2007 Annual Awards Banquet For more information, contact Tech. Sgt. Father, daughter dance scheduled MPE operating under new hours taking place Feb. 2 Amber Mitchell of the 1st Space Operations for Feb. 15 Th e Military Personnel Element in the Squadron at 567-5568. Schriever’s 2007 Annual Awards Banquet A military father-daughter dance will be DeKok Building will be open weekdays will take place Feb. 2 at the Club on Peterson held from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Feb. 15 at the from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Customer service Air Force Base. National Prayer Breakfast to be Crowne Plaza hotel in Colorado Springs. for CAC/ID cards and Satellite Personnel Social hour starts at 6 p.m. followed by din- held Feb. 6 Th e dance is open to all active-duty, Activity in Building 300 will be open week- ner at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $23 for club mem- Th e Schriever Community 2008 National Reserve, guard and retired military mem- days from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. bers and $25 for non-members. Reservations Prayer Breakfast will be held Feb. 6 at 8 a.m. bers with a military ID. All sections will close on Mondays at 3 must be made no later than Jan. 25. Tickets for E-5 and below are $20, all oth- in the Satellite Dish dining facility. p.m. for squadron physical training and the For more information and tickets, contact Th is year’s guest speaker will be Chaplain ers are $30. Each additional family member fi rst and last Wednesday of each month at 1 unit fi rst sergeants. (Brig. Gen.) Cecil Richardson, deputy chief is $10, and children under 3 years old are Also, designated drivers are needed for of Air Force chaplains. free. p.m. for training. the annual awards banquet. Designated For more information, contact Staff For more information and tickets, con- For more information, contact Maj. Jesus drivers do not have to attend the banquet Sgt. Scott Devine of the 50th Space Wing tact the Southeast Armed Services YMCA Suarez of the 50th Mission Support Squadron to volunteer. Chaplain’s Offi ce at 567-3705. at 622-9622. at 567-5345.

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outstanding communications computer sys- tems Airman Ammo keeps fi ghters supplied Awards: „ Tech. Sgt. Sherlock Walker, 50th SCS, outstanding communications computer sys- tems NCO From page 1 for Operation Iraqi Freedom „ Master Sgt. James George, 50th SCS, effi cient, trustworthy and accurate informa- outstanding communications computer sys- By Staff Sgt. Travis Edwards resupply what the fi ghters use,” the sergeant tion is delivered to the right place at the right tems senior NCO 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs said. “Our guys love knowing that what they time, he said. „ Staff Sgt. Michael Crandall, 50th BALAD , Iraq (AFPN) — are building is being used. And seeing video SCS, outstanding information assurance “Th e capability you bring to our command, Airmen can fl y, fi ght and win in any war- on the news gets them all wired up because professional the Air Force, Department of Defense and time situation, but being able to do that is they know they made those bombs.” „ Capt. Michael Adams, 50th SCS, out- the nation is awesome. It’s important that you only possible if pilots are properly equipped Having multiple Airmen from diff erent know how much we appreciate all that you do standing communications and information bases leads to diff erent ideas on how things company-grade offi cer with the right munitions for their target. each and every day,” Chief Gouin said. Ensuring there is no shortage of muni- should be handled, Sergeant Jamison said. „ Maj. Lynn Plunkett, 50th SCS, outstand- tions for combat aircraft are the Airmen here “We just get everyone together to put them ing communications and information fi eld- on the same page.” he said. “When new peo- in the 332nd Expeditionary Maintenance Award winners for 2007 are: grade offi cer ple come in, we take them through step-by- Squadron Munitions Flight, more com- „ Airman 1st Class Luis Lopez Rivera, 50th „ Pam Gatson, 50th SCS, outstanding step on how we do business on Balad.” monly referred to as Ammo. Space Communications Squadron, outstand- communications and information civilian Th e biggest diff erence in the deployed ing information management Airman manager “Th is is the best job in the Air Force,” environment is the amount of real bombs „ Tech. Sgt. Dilphia McCollum, 50th „ Nathaneal Kowalski, 50th SCS, out- said Master Sgt. David Jamison, the 332nd they make. NOG, outstanding information manage- standing communications and information EMXS conventional maintenance noncom- “Back home, we’ll build plenty of bombs, ment NCO civilian specialist missioned offi cer in charge. “We build but they will be inert bombs. Th ere won’t be „ Master Sgt. Kristin Lewis, 50th Mission „ Francis Roberts, 50th SCS, outstanding bombs for the warfi ghters, so they can go a fuse. Just a chunk of concrete with a fi n Support Group, outstanding information electromagnetic spectrum manager out and drop them on those who are trying on it,” Sergeant Jamison said. “With that, management senior NCO Th e 4th Space Operations Squadron re- to prevent us from doing our job.” it is kind of hard to keep people motivated „ Tech. Sgt. Sergio Perez, 50th SCS, out- ceived the Lt. Gen. Harold W. Grant award, Th at job is creating a free and stable coun- because it is more of a training opportunity standing communications electronic systems which recognizes groups or squadrons with try for the men and women of Iraq. for the pilots. But down here, everything is NCO 300 or fewer manpower authorizations. Th e Th e Ammo fl ight assembles fi ve diff erent live and they get to see the results of their „ Master Sgt. Kristina Miller, 50th SCS, 50th NOG received the Maj. Gen. Harold M. confi gurations of precision-guided bombs, work daily.” outstanding communications electronic McClelland award, which recognizes groups as well as maintaining fl ares for the Air Since Dec. 15, the fl ight built 150 bombs, all systems senior NCO or squadrons with 301 or more manpower Force and other coalition forces, Sergeant with the potential to be used in combat. Out „ Senior Airman Jay Bushman, 50th SCS, authorizations. Jamison said. of the 150 bombs built, 82 replaced munitions “We make the amount of bombs needed to that were spent by Airmen in combat. residents. Once they were delivered, they Airman 1st Class Justin Porter pushes a 500-pound were used to host some interesting conversa- MK-82 bomb down the munitions assembly conveyor Visit: tions amongst the generations. for build-up Jan. 17 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. Airman “I like visiting with them, listening to their Porter is a 332nd Expeditionary Maintenance Squadron From page 1 stories and what they’ve done,” said Senior Ammunitions Flight conventional maintenance crew Airman Sarah Holt of the 50th Operations member and deployed from Air Base, Squadron here. “I tried to move one of the Support Squadron. . chairs, and the arm fell off .” Former Staff Sgt. Glenn Redman got to Photo by Staff Sgt. Travis Edwards Colorado Springs-based Offi ceScapes share his story of working on the SuperSonic tracked down some brand-new chairs to Rocket Sled, a rocket-propelled sled which has donate. sent men into the record books with its speed, “We do a lot of business with the military, while at , N.M. and we like to pay them back, especially the “I like to talk with these guys,” Mr. Redman veterans,” said Eric Bolman, Offi ceScapes said of his visitors. government division manager. “It’s important to recognize the services Th e Airmen hauled in the chairs for the the vets gave us,” Sergeant Turner said.

For more information call Jim Way at 591-9622 Schriever Sentinel January 24, 2008 9 Strong fi nishes highlight intramural basketball action By Lorna Gutierrez prevailed. Schriever Sentinel Anthony Quarles led the victors with 22 2nd SOPS pulled off an upset during intra- points while Matthew Pincus had 15 points mural basketball on Jan. 17, defeating previ- in 50th OGV’s eff ort. ously undefeated 4th SOPS 63-52. “It was good rebounding and good de- A few key players were absent from 4th fense,” said Bill Clearwater of CONS/392nd’s SOPS during the game. 2nd SOPS made sure victory. to take advantage, gaining momentum at the In the fi nal game, Det 1 overcame a slow end of the fi rst half and slowly taking the lead, fi rst half to post a 59-40 victory over 50th entering the second half up 30-27. CPTS. In the second half, 2nd SOPS came into its With no subs on the bench, 50th CPTS own, taking a 17-point lead at one point. was the stronger team at the beginning, Th e game came to a halt however when getting off to a quick 12-5 lead, but Det 1 2nd SOPS’ point guard, Chris Maddox was patiently cut the lead 50th CPTS had built, the recipient of a hard foul on a breakaway and was down by only two points entering layup and was injured during a play. the second half. “It was a big win, but a huge loss with the Joe Johnson gave his team its fi rst lead soon loss of our point guard,” said 2nd SOPS’ into the second. 50th CPTS’ Karl Seppa an- Stallone Lockley. Maddox will be out for the rest of the season due to his injury. swered back and the lead switches continued Maddox led the victors with 13 points until Det 1 started on their breakaway. while Kenny Smith had 25 points for 4th “He (Johnson) is built like a truck and car- SOPS in the eff ort. ried the team with his leadership.” said Det In the second game, CONS/392nd TRS 1’s Devin Bizzozero of what aided his team defeated 50th OGV 45-27. CONS/392nd took in their comeback. an early lead and never gave it up, entering Johnson led the victors with 14 points halft ime up 23-11. while Seppa had 12 points for 50th CPTS Th ough 50th OGV rallied off fi ve points in the eff ort. to start the second half, CONS/392nd With the win, Det 1 goes to 10-1. Photo by Lorna Gutierrez Pumping iron! Korey Kuykendall spots Caitlin Diffl ey as she competes in the Bench Press Competition held at the Main Fitness Center Jan. 18. Adrian Salas fi nished fi rst on the men’s side and Sunny Norwood fi nished fi rst in the women’s category. Prizes were awarded for the day’s top fi nishers. Diffl ey is assigned to the 2nd Space Operations Squadron, Salas is assigned to the 50th Mission Support Squadron and Norwood is assigned to 4th SOPS. Photo by Lorna Gutierrez 50th OGV’s Jim Haskins tries to break away from the masses during intramural basketball action on Jan. 17. 50th OGV lost to CONS/392nd TRS in the contest, 45-27. Schriever Sentinel 10 January 24, 2008 AF leadership announces policy changes for Airmen in AOR

By Staff Sgt. promotion in the AOR. Currently, rank, Colonel Brady said. CENTCOM Monique Randolph permanent party Airmen, those Skills Knowledge test exemption AOR Countries Secretary of the Air Force Public who are in permanent-change- policies will remain the same, and Affairs of-station status, test for promo- will be considered on a case-by- Afghanistan Oman tion while those Airmen on 365- case basis, he said. WASHINGTON — Changes Pakistan day deployments do not. Once Airmen on 365-day deployments are on the horizon for Airmen Djibouti Qatar implemented, the policy change in the AOR can also expect changes serving in the Central Command Egypt will cease all Weighted Airman to physical fi tness testing policies. Saudi Arabia area of responsibility. In an eff ort to Ethiopia Promotion System, or ‘WAPS’ Fitness testing has been prohibited Seychelles standardize policies among those testing in the AOR regardless of for these Airmen while those per- Eritrea Somalia assigned and those deployed to Iran duty status. manently assigned are required to Sudan the CENTCOM AOR, Air Force “(Testing Airmen in the AOR) test if it is “safe and reasonable” to Iraq offi cials will implement several reduces mission focus and in- do so, said Colonel Brady. Jordan Syria changes beginning as soon as creases our footprint because it “We are going to remove that Kazakhstan Tajikistan February 2008. requires secure testing facilities, testing limitation for 365-day Turkmenistan “Th ere are several reasons for Kenya test proctors and test control of- deployers, and leave the deci- U.A.E. these changes,” said Lt. Col. Scott fi cers,” Colonel Brady said. “We sion to the commanders on the Kuwait Brady, chief of Air Force promo- also had to consider that many ground,” said Colonel Brady. “If Kyrgyzstan Uzbekistan tions and evaluations policy at the Airmen have to travel to the test it is safe and reasonable (to test), Lebanon Yemen Pentagon. “We have Airmen on site, putting more Airmen on the the commander can direct the fi t- 365-day deployments and Airmen road and in harm’s way.” ness test.” consideration or a 24-month as- ment will do so through their home who are permanent party sitting Instead, eligible Airmen will test Th e fi nal policy change includes signment deferment, but Airmen station unit commanders upon re- side by side, for the same amount before deploying if the testing cycle not only Airmen on 365-day de- who are extended to 365 days can turning from deployment. of time, but some policies aff ect is ongoing, and if they are deployed ployments, but those who are ex- not,” Colonel Brady said. “To make “Th e desires of the Airman will them diff erently. So, in those during the testing cycle, they will tended to 300 or more days aft er this policy more equitable, we’re be heavily considered, but they policy areas where it made sense have 60 days to study upon their they’ve deployed. applying those benefi ts to Airmen must apply; the program is not to make a change, and where we return to home station. “Currently, Airmen who deploy who are extended to 300 days or automatic. Also, unit manning and could make a change, we did.” If selected for promotion, they on an approved 365-day indeter- more.” the needs of the Air Force will still Th e fi rst major change is that en- will receive back-pay and benefi ts minate temporary duty assignment Airmen who wish to apply for be deciding factors,” said Colonel listed Airmen will no longer test for based on their original date of can apply for advance assignment an advanced assignment or defer- Brady.