“Best in Air Force Space Command – 2002”

Thursday, August 7, 2003 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado Vol. 47 No. 31

Photo by Robb Lingley Courtesy photo Photo by Camilla Smith

Inside This Issue: Blotter ... 11 At Your Service ... 14 Straight Talk Line 556-9154 SPACE OBSERVER 2 Thursday, August 7, 2003 From the top

without specific information regarding any “issues” at original condition. The flags were put up to show our the Commissary – or anywhere else for that matter – it pride in our country. You are correct, they are not prop- Action is impossible to address vague allegations. In this case, erly illuminated and have been taken down until the we suggest that you contact the Peterson AFB lights can be brought back on line, just on those poles Commissary manager, Lea Twigg, at 556-7765, to dis- that are not illuminated. The lights should be opera- cuss your issue. tional again by this week. If you have further ques- Lines Karate 'konundrum' tions, please contact Maj. Craig Cole, 556-1430. Submitting Action Lines Question: Why has the Youth Center cut the Parking problems numero uno budget for the Karate program? Instead of utilizing Question: How does the 21st Security Forces The Action Line is your direct link to the 21st the gymnasium that has been used for the past 20 Space Wing Commander. We suggest you first try to Squadron plan to enforce the new parking policy years, we are being stuck in a room that is inade- for base housing? Since the implementation of the resolve problems at the lowest level possible – with the quate to do proper training for belt rank advance- person or activity, and then follow the chain of com- new parking policy for base housing, I've seen an ment. For a year and a half, the Youth Center has increasing number of vehicles blocking garage mand. been under construction, and we have been told it is Though it’s not required, we ask that you leave entrances. I have personally called Security Forces going to be bigger and better.The one program that on a number of occasions, just to have the ticketed your name and phone number so we can get back to they seem to let fall through the cracks is the you for clarifications, or if your response isn’t printed. violators block my garage door again the very next Karate program. Under the current instructor for day. Thank you for your attention. If you can’t get satisfactory results, call 556-7777. Or the past 13 years, it has been a year-round program you can fax your question to 556-7848. Answer: Thank you for your inquiry. There is a that benefits the entire military family – from four- parking shortage around housing units 101 and 103 on Bulletin Board Bull year-old family members to active duty and retired Tyndall Avenue. Four temporary parking slots will be people. The instructor has to take the program off available for housing unit 101. Security Forces have Question: Can something be done about the base in order to get adequate facilities. Why is this initiated a work order to construct four parking slots to bulletin board in the post office lobby? The board is the program that is getting cut short? Thank you. alleviate the crowded parking concern. For any base quite small for the number of people who desire to Answer: Thank you for allowing us to address parking questions, please call Master Sgt. Scott use it. I’ve seen some installations that had a large this issue. The Youth Center renovation/expansion McCalla at 556-8235. bulletin board somewhere in the community shop- project was recently completed. The justification for ping complex. Normally half would be reserved for this project included the ability to keep all youth-relat- Seal of disapproval official notices and the remaining for classified. I ed programs in one facility; therefore, the Karate pro- Question: Why are they doing a slurry seal at believe AAFES personnel normally accepted post- gram will move back into the Youth Center when a the BX and Commissary parking lot in the middle ings and kept it updated. Thank you. contract has been established with a new instructor. A of summer? One other comment is you have only Answer: Thank you for your concern. The bul- multi-purpose room, smaller than the current room six spaces for handicapped. Thank you. letin board located in the lobby of the military side of being used at the Fitness and Sports Center, will be Answer: The original intent was to crack seal the Post Office, Building 1466, has been there for 20- used for the Karate classes. While we recognize that and fog seal (not slurry seal) the parking lot last fall, plus years. It recently had numerous oversized person- the instructor will need to decrease the number of par- and dates were coordinated with the BX management. al and commercial postings that were removed in order ticipants in each class due to the size of the classroom, Due to customer demand for the parking lot, only the to provide additional space. In the future, anyone want- we will offer additional hours to utilize the classroom crack sealing was accomplished before the weather got ing to post an item on the bulletin board must have the to accommodate all of the enrolled participants. If you too cold. The work was again scheduled this Spring, approval to post “For Sale/Personal Announcement” have additional questions, please call Toni Hansen at but the contractor did not have a crew available and items from the Postal Service Center members at the 556-4883. PSC window. The posting must be typed or printed on was unable to meet the original schedule. The work either 3-inch by 5-inch or 5-inch by 7-inch index cards. Illuminating question was then re-scheduled for July. While it should have The item will remain on the board no more than 30 Question: Are the streetlights on Stewart and normally cured within three days per the manufactur- days from the date received and posted. No commercial Peterson going to be fixed so the flags that are fly- er's specifications, the material application rate used for sale or announcement items will be permitted. The ing can be illuminated at night? If the streetlights by the contractor is currently under investigation. We Commissary and Base Exchange managers were con- aren’t going to be turned on at night, the flags understand the difficulty of closing this heavily used tacted, and they simply don’t have the people to spon- should be taken down as they are supposed to be parking lot, and we tried to balance the needs of the sor or monitor a bulletin board in their area for person- properly illuminated and it’s not happening. BX and Commissary customers with the need to take al advertisements. You might also note the Space Thank you. care of our facilities. The reserved parking spots are Observer has a free classified section for personal Answer: Thank you for your concern. The street developed in coordination between the 21st Civil advertisements. It is available to base personnel and lighting circuit along Peterson Boulevard failed two Engineer Squadron and the 21st Security Forces family members assigned to Peterson. If you have any months ago and we have been trying to fix it ever Squadron, balancing security with ease of customer further questions, call Robert Kirk at 556-7799. since. While Peterson Boulevard was being repaved, access. We understand that the handicapped spots are we took the opportunity to install new conduit for the heavily used and will look into adding more slots for Issues issue streetlights. The holes remained in the islands because handicap use. Thanks again for your concerns. If you Question: Can something be done about labor the utility boxes were being manufactured. When they have further questions, please contact Capt. Gary issues going on at the Commissary? Thank you. are done, we will install the boxes, bring the street- Gaulke at 556-1440. Answer: Thank you for your inquiry. However, lights back on line and then repair the landscaping to See Action Lines, Page 3 A Moment in Time Aug. 7, 1990 – Operation Desert Published by Gowdy Printcraft, 22 N. Sierra Madre, Colorado Springs, 80903, a private firm in no way con- 21st Space Wing Commander Shield begins in response to Iraq's nected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract with the 21st Space Wing. This commercial enterprise Brig. Gen. Duane Deal Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Aug. 2 invasion of Kuwait. Contents of the Space Observer are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, Chief of Public Affairs Aug. 8, 1990 – Thirty-eight hours the Department of Defense or the Department of the Air Force. 1st Lt. Mike Andrews after receiving deployment notifica- The appearance of advertising in this publication, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorse- Editorial Staff tion, F-15Cs from the 1st Tactical ment by DOD, the Department of the Air Force, or Gowdy Printcraft, of the products or services advertised. Everything Fighter Wing, Langley AFB, Va., are advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, reli- NCOIC Internal Information ready for combat in Saudi Arabia. gion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factor of Tech. Sgt. Michael Phillips the purchaser, user or patron. Aug. 9, 1945 – The second atom- Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Office, 775 Loring Editor ic bomb dropped on Nagasaki, Japan Ave., Suite 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294. All photographs are Air Force photographs unless otherwise indi- Staff Sgt. Shane Sharp by B-29 “Bock’s Car.” cated. Aug. 9, 1974 – Richard M. Nixon Staff Writer The Space Observer is published every Thursday. For advertising inquiries, call Gowdy Printcraft, (719) 634- becomes the first Commander in Staff Sgt. Melanie Epperson 1593. Employees of Peterson Air Force Base who want to place a free classified advertisement should call 556-5241. Chief to resign from office. Articles for the Space Observer should be submitted to the 21st SW/PAI, Attn: Space Observer, 775 Loring Staff Writer Aug. 9, 1990 – The Alaskan Air Ave., Ste. 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294 or e-mail [email protected]. Deadline for submission Senior Airmen Susan Mrowiec Command is redesignated as the is 4:30 p.m. the Tuesday one week before publication. All articles, copy and announcements submitted will be edited Eleventh Air Force, and assigned to to conform to AFI Series 35 and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual. For details, call the editor at (719) Layout and Design 556-7846 or DSN 834-7846. Kara Magana Pacific Air Forces. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 3 www.peterson.af.mil News Former 20th Air Force commander nominated to receive Order of the Sword By Staff Sgt. Melanie Epperson According to Silliman, his success didn’t earn rials, intrusive nuclear-duty requirements, and austere 21st Space Wing Public Affairs him the nomination, his commitment to the enlisted working environments at northern tier locations,” he force did. added. Recently, the noncommissioned officers of Air “General McMahon developed and mentored McMahon has also been an advocate for better Force Space Command nominated a former 20th Air future enlisted and officer leaders to sustain and nur- quality of life for the enlisted force, accelerating the Force Commander to receive the highest honor Air ture the nuclear and space force,” he said. “His high- construction starts for enlisted housing and dorm ren- Force enlisted members can bestow upon a leader. est priority has been the safety of his people – espe- ovations. He also set the new standard in security for Retired Maj. Gen. Timothy J. McMahon, former cially those who deploy to the missile fields and drive nuclear assets after the events of Sept. 11. 20th Air Force Commander, will be inducted into the a combined 20 million miles annually on rural roads “General McMahon raised the level of security Order of the Sword Aug. 16, at a ceremony in and interstate highways.” awareness and advocated new, improved, and stan- Cheyenne, Wyoming. Silliman went on to say that McMahon’s dedica- dardized weapons, equipment, and security initiatives “If General McMahon’s blood was tested it tion to enlisted issues, like missile field deployment that will be the benchmark for the protection of would have ICBM and Space DNA,” said Chief compensation, has caused Air Force Space Command America’s most critical nuclear assets well into the Master Sgt. Mark Silliman, 20th Air Force Command leadership to take note. future,” Silliman said. Chief Master Sergeant. “He was an advocate for missile field deploy- These are just a few of the many reasons mem- “He grew up in this business and was extremely ment compensation to offset the costs associated with bers of the enlisted force have chosen to nominate successful in positions of command at all levels, cul- family separations incurred by missile field duty, McMahon for induction into the esteemed Order of the minating as the 20th Air Force Commander.” exposure to hazardous and dangerous fuels and mate- Sword.

Peterson Air Force Base Notable Numbers Changes announced for filing travel vouchers The following base agencies listed below can be contacted directly at area code 719: By Capt. Christine Millard credit card bills earns the Air Force Base – PerDiemAmazing – Action Line ...... 556-7777 21st Comptroller Squadron a significantly low delinquency requires supervisory approval as an Base Exchange ...... 596-7270 Financial Services Officer rate and rebates from Bank of automatic part of the routing chain. Chaplain ...... 556-4442 America – money back in the The new policy adds the sig- Civil Engineers ...... 556-4030 Personnel who file vouchers pocket of the Air Force to be used nature requirement to manual Commissary ...... 556-7765 for travel after July 15 are subject to on quality-of-life programs. vouchers, as well. Dental Clinic ...... 556-1333 two additional filing requirements. In addition, all travel vouch- The Air Force will experience Fire Department (Emergency) ...... 911 First, split disbursement is ers, except accrual payments, PCS, growing pains with these changes; Fraud, Waste and Abuse Hotline . 556-2100 Housing Maintenance ...... 556-4455 now mandatory for military mem- or do-it-yourself vouchers, are now however, as we move toward imple- Inspector General complaints. . . . 556-6309 bers who have made charges to required to be reviewed and signed mentation of Defense Travel Military/Civilian/Travel Pay ...... 556-4770 their government travel card, and by the traveler’s supervisor or System, the future electronic travel Military Equal Opportunity . . 556-7657/7693 highly encouraged for civilians. approving official. routing system, the supervisory Nurse Advice ...... 888-887-4111 This new requirement pays While this policy has been a review and split disbursement will Optometry ...... 556-1065 benefits directly to the Air Force. requirement of the Department of be automatically processed via the Air Force OSI...... 556-4022 By using split disbursement to Defense for the past two years, Air Web in a process similar to Public Affairs ...... 556-5185 reduce delinquencies, the members Force has delayed implementation LeaveWeb. Safety Office ...... 556-8001 stay mission-ready and able to pending implementation of auto- Contact your Financial Security Forces ...... 556-4000 deploy at a moment’s notice by matic systems to electronically Services Officer, at 556-7576 for Services ...... 556-4882 Transportation ...... 556-4307 keeping their card active and not route the forms. further information, or to schedule TriCare ...... 264-5000 “cut-off ” for delinquent payments. The automated system cur- a briefing on this topic in your Base Operator ...... 556-7321 Also, promptly paying the rently used by Peterson Air Force unit. Ð Action Lines, From Page 2 Parking problems deux concerns, please contact Master Sgt. Scott McCalla, Superintendent of Police Services at 556-8235. Waterworld Question: Why are cars still allowed to park Question: Why doesn't everyone have to follow on Otis Avenue? It is no parking from Peterson to Boxing match the watering policy? Today is not a watering day, Tyndall. It was in the base paper, there is a sign, Question: Why doesn't the commissary recy- but one of our senior enlisted members is watering and housing residents received the information. cle their boxes? I tried to get some boxes for mov- his lawn. If everybody else has to adhere to the There are cars continuously parked there. You can- ing and they said they put them all in the trash. watering policies so should he – he should be setting not see children crossing for the Shoppette. Thank you the example. Answer: You are absolutely right ... safety first. Answer: Thank you for your inquiry. We are sorry Answer: Thank you for identifying this to us. The 21st Civil Engineer squadron recently posted the that the infamous “they” gave you the wrong informa- Everyone living in Military Family Housing must fol- no parking signs in base housing. The 21st Security tion. The Peterson Commissary does recycle cardboard. low our watering policies, regardless of rank. Our Forces Squadron displayed the base housing parking They are placed in a trash compactor and are recycled Housing Flight personnel work very hard to make res- plan in the base newspaper, handed out flyers to base by Waste Management of Colorado. The Commissary idents aware of the watering policy and strictly enforce housing residents, and advertised on the Commander's receives payment for recycled cardboard. If an individ- it. In this particular case, this house had new sod Access channel from May 21 until June 21. Parking ual needs boxes for moving or other purposes, they can installed recently, and under the watering guidelines, violators were allowed a 30-day grace period of warn- request boxes be held for them. Management has reiter- the resident can water the new sod more often than the ings, but have now been warned, and will be immedi- ated the process of recycling of cardboard to all employ- normal watering schedule to enable the new sod to ately ticketed for illegal parking. The base parking ees. If you have further questions, please contact Lea establish itself. We must rely upon each resident to be rules are: Park privately owned vehicles in driveways Twigg at 556-7765. a good steward of our limited water resources. We can or authorized parking areas only. Park any additional Petrol protocol also help remind our neighbors if they forget the poli- vehicles in unassigned available spaces. Where on- cy or simply get confused what day they are supposed street parking is permitted, park your vehicle in Question: Is the pump area at the Shoppette to water on. While the hot weather has certainly authorized areas only. Do no park 15 feet from inter- gas station on Peterson AFB a no hat/no salute stressed the grass on base, and everyone wants to keep sections, on top of curbsides or sidewalks, where your area? I have seen many military personnel around their yard looking good, adhering to the watering pol- vehicle blocks access to assigned garages, carports, or the gas pump area without covers and not display- icy is important as good neighbors of Colorado prevents fire-fighting or emergency operations. Do not ing proper customs and courtesies. Springs. Violations of the watering policy can be park in front of bus stops, fire hydrants, mailboxes, on Answer: Thank you for your inquiry. The reported to the Housing Office, 556-7947 or 556- lawns, or common areas within housing. The base does Shoppette Gas Station is indeed a “Hat/Salute” area, as 7761, for investigation. As a reminder, even numbered not permit recreational vehicles, house trailers, utility is the rest of the base unless otherwise posted. If you houses water on Wednesday and Sunday, while odd trailers, campers, or boats within the housing area- have any questions regarding base policies, contact the numbered houses water on Tuesday and Saturday. except for a maximum of 24 hours while preparing wing commander’s office at 556-2100. Finally, you must water before 9 a.m. or after 6p.m. on them for use or storage. Residents may park these If you have further questions regarding the your designated days. Thanks again for your concern vehicles in the base storage for a small fee with the Shoppette or AAFES, please call Vicky Smith, 596- and assistance. 21st Services Squadron. If there are any questions or 7270. SPACE OBSERVER 4 Thursday, August 7, 2003 Motorcycle Safety Month Motorcycles don’t kill people – people kill people By Master Sgt. Ty Foster wasn’t my fault, he was drunk, and had done a stupid Why weren’t they thinking? 21st Space Wing Public Affairs thing. Why wasn’t he thinking? On June 1, an Air Force motorcyclist and a pas- I was 18 years old. I’m 42 now, and I can senger were doing about 120 mph in a 60-mph zone This is the third in a series of articles addressing remember that wreck like it happened yesterday. down a divided four-lane highway. Approaching a various aspects of managing the risks associated with Between then and now, I’ve logged tens of thou- curve, the front tire left the pavement edge. They operating motorcycles. The series’ primary audiences sands of miles on motorcycles. I’ve taught motorcycle crashed in the grass median and were launched about are motorcyclists, their supervisors, commanders, and safety at eight sites in two states to more than 650 peo- 500 feet. The operator lived whereas the passenger all those who share the road with motorcyclists. ple. I’ve written many articles, conducted workshops, suffered traumatic head injuries and later died. They’d inspections, and demonstrations in an effort to stem been at a party, went on a beer run while the designat- Last year, I wrote an article about motorcycle the red tide of Air Force motorcycle deaths and ed drivers were taking people home. Neither wore the safety entitled “What were they thinking?” I should injuries. required protective gear. have called it “Why weren’t they thinking? But it hasn’t worked. Why didn’t they think? For as many years as I’ve been a rider, even On April 10, two riders were on a divided high- I’d recount more of these tragic losses, but it longer, I’ve been concerned about motorcycle safety. way with a posted speed limit of 50 kilometers per makes me sick to read them, to envision their final Two months before I bought my first bike, a hour – that’s about 31 mph. Rider No. 1 zipped realities. Last year, we lost 16 airmen in fatal motor- motorcycle passed me on the right as I was turning between two cars at a high rate of speed. As he entered cycle crashes – Class A mishaps – Air Force wide. right. As his bike crashed into the side of my parents’ a gradual curve, his motorcycle began to lose control. This year, we’ve already lost 19. One of those 19 was 1970 Chevy pickup, everything turned to slow motion. He skidded for 198 feet on both tires in places, hit the one of Air Force Space Command’s own – a 23-year- He flew 30 feet through the air right over the hood of median, was ejected from the bike, and collided with old lieutenant. the truck. Two other motorcyclists waiting to turn at an on-coming vehicle. He was dragged 30 feet and Unfortunately, more will die. the intersection watched in dismay as this human pro- tumbled another 103 feet. Rider No. 2 watched his I realize there is no panacea – no cure-all to elim- jectile hurled toward them and his mangled bike friend die. inate the deaths of Air Force motorcyclists. As careened their way. Rider No. 1 had just picked his bike up from the involved in their riders’ lives as supervisors and com- He landed face-up and unconscious underneath shop for brake problems resulting from a result of a manders can be, they can’t make the decision – it’s on the nearest bike and his right leg had a gash so severe previous mishap. He’d attended motorcycle safety the rider. For when riders decide to straddle their I thought it had been severed. Pulling the bike off of training about 18 months earlier. bikes, start them, shift into gear, and roll onto the road, him, I looked at his helmet-less head. His face, cut by Why wasn’t he thinking? they’ve accepted the risk and the responsibility for my rearview mirror, was lacerated from the top of his Another Air Force rider and his buddy were out whatever may occur. Their split-second decision to forehead to the tip of his nose – blood pooled over his for a ride May 24 on a new road. There were no street speed up, slow down, swerve, or not to ride after a closed eyes. lights, minimal street markings, and neither rider had drink of alcohol is in their hands – or, rather it is in His motorcycle ended up in the ditch 10 feet driven it before. At a speed in excess of 60 mph – their heads. away. The Hamms beer that had been between his legs posted 45 mph – an unannounced curve sneaked up on Some people think we motorcyclists have an atti- as he began his impatient pass, was in the grass near them. Rider No. 1 applied his brakes hard, rider No. 2 tude. I think they’re right. I just wish the attitude my parents’ truck. His name, I had learned, was Ricky swerved around rider No. 1 who struck the curb and every one of us had was the same as that of Gen. Lance and he was alive. went airborne. Two hundred twenty two feet later the Lord, Commander of Air Force Space Command, I met him – under better circumstances – about a dust began to settle on the mangled bike. This rider “Safety is an attitude – get one!” year later. It had taken about 300 stitches to fix his No. 2 also watched his friend die. Neither rider was If they did, they’d probably live to ride a lot wounds and he almost did lose his leg. He told me it wearing the required protective gear. longer. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 5 www.peterson.af.mil News Commentary: 5,000 at 10,000 (and counting) By Maj. Dennis Stocker, vigorous CPR training each year and is Detachment 3 Commander, well versed in the many safety require- 18th Space Control Squadron ments and use of safety equipment. These steps are absolutely necessary as July 10 marked a record-setting there are no medical facilities or certi- milestone of 5,000 days without a safe- fied medical technicians on-site. In ty incident at the 21st Space Wing’s fact, should an ambulance or any other Detachment 3, 18th Space Control type of rescue response be necessary, it Squadron. That is more than 13 years would take at least an hour for the without losing a single day to an injury- response team to arrive due to the dis- related accident – a remarkable feat con- tance and the single long, winding road sidering the location and environment in that must be taken to reach the site. which we perform our duties here. Additionally, the contractor team over- Det. 3, 18th SPCS is located on sees site safety during all types of main- top of Mount Haleakala on the island of Air Force photo Det. 3, 18th SPCS, is located on top of Mount Haleakala on Maui, Hawaii. tenance activities from preventative Maui in Hawaii. Although visions of checks to large-scale repairs on the tele- paradise with swaying palm trees, pris- below freezing can and do occur fre- control mission. scope mounts themselves. Success of tine beaches, warm waters, and torch-lit quently – even during the summer Every night, weather permitting, these projects are attributed to the luaus are probably the first thoughts that months. these telescopes search for, track and efforts taken by the GEODSS Site 3 come to mind, conditions on top of this In addition to the environment, identify man-made objects that are orbit- team to ensure safety briefs are provid- 10,000 foot dormant volcano are any- working at 10,000 feet presents some ing the earth – most over 22,000 miles ed, safety zones are established around thing but tropical. aerobic challenges. Oxygen depletion away. Since the inception of GEODSS the work site, and a strict adherence to The landscape, reddened with vol- or “thin air” is an everyday reality for in 1983, the Air Force has awarded an safety requirements including use of canic rock, could easily be mistaken for the men and women who are dedicated Operations and Maintenance contract to personal protective devices is consis- the surface of Mars. There are no trees to accomplishing the operational mis- run the sites and execute the mission. It tently maintained. as the tree line ends somewhere around sion. is by means of the same Air Force core The GEODSS system at Site 3 is a 8,000 feet. This barren mountaintop is We at the 18th are responsible for value of ‘Excellence in All We Do’ that component of the Maui Space vulnerable to a wide variety of environ- operating three Ground-based Electro- Northrop Grumman Information Surveillance Complex. Prior to October mental factors that must be taken into Optical Deep Space Surveillance tele- Technology, the current Operations and 2000, Det. 3, 18th SPCS was the host account every day of the year no matter scopes as part of Air Force Space Maintenance contractor for GEODSS, unit for MSSC. Through an agreement what the season. High winds are the Command’s optical space surveillance has reached this significant safety mile- with Air Force Materiel Command, Air norm, sometimes reaching hurricane network. There are two other GEODSS stone here on Maui. Force Space Command transferred host strength. Temperatures vary greatly and sites: Det. 1 is located at Socorro, N.M., Besides working at this location responsibilities to the Air Force typically range somewhere between 30- and Det. 2, can be found at Diego and the varying environment, Site 3 per- Research Laboratory. Det. 3, 18th 40 degrees cooler than at sea level. Garcia in the Indian Ocean. GEODSS sonnel also take great precautions to SPCS is a tenant organization on Maui There are times each winter when snow sites conduct deep space surveillance of look out for the safety and welfare of the and operationally reports to the 18th and ice are prevalent. With the high orbiting space objects in support of U.S. many visitors received by the site every Space Control Squadron located at winds and precipitation, wind chills Strategic Command and AFSPC’s space year. Every team member undergoes Edwards AFB, Calif.. SPACE OBSERVER 6 Thursday, August 7, 2003 News SFS K-9 section lays a comrade to rest By Tech. Sgt. too-short career at Peterson, was a young dog, and his death system considers the canine an Michael Phillips and the vital role military work- was sudden. equipment item,” Brooker said. 21st Space Wing Public Affairs ing dogs play. “I had the great honor of “We consider them fellow cops, “It was just about nine working Rin for about six and fellow comrades in arms.” Security Forces members months ago that many of you months, and he taught me a “When Sergeant Estep gathered Aug. 1 to bid farewell attended a memorial for a very lot,” Vanwinkle said. “In called me and told me of Rin’s to Rin, a member of Peterson’s different dog, Military Working Tucson, Arizona, he went death, I was at about 9,000 feet Military Working Dog commu- Dog Gawin,” said Tech. Sgt. through the Canine Trials. on Blodgett Peak, overlooking nity, in a memorial ceremony Richard Vanwinkle, 21st SFS These trials are considered one the Air Force Academy,” Aug. 1 at the 21st Security Kennelmaster. “Gawin had of the Super Bowls of the Vanwinkle said. “For about a Forces Squadron kennels. lived a long life, and we knew canine world. Even though Rin half hour, I was crying like a lit- Under bright sunshine, in advance of his impending didn’t place, he did very well. tle baby. It almost felt as if I had Rin the squadron remembered Rin’s death. Rin, on the other hand, “When he passed away, he lost one of my own sons.” was 30 days into a mission sup- “Rin’s replacement will porting United States be here soon,” Brooker said. Customs,” Vanwinkle added. “Staff Sgt. Estep will be part- “At that time, he had had two nered with another four-footed finds; 78 pounds of marijuana, cop. They will train, they will and 2.5 grams of heroin. Rin bond, and they will defend. died protecting our borders.” Life will go on, and the mis- “He was a good dog,” said sion will go on. Rin’s memory, Staff Sgt. Bruce Estep, Rin’s however, will also go on, and last handler. “I remember the so will his sacrifice, and his last time he got those drugs. It contributions to the defense of was a shining moment for both our nation.” of us.” “Those who have called “The death of a Military themselves dog handlers are Working Dog is a major opera- the only people who will truly tional loss for us,” said Maj. understand the bond between a John Brooker, 21st SFS handler and a dog – the bond Commander. “Years of intense that cannot be broken even in specialized training and capa- death,” said Vanwinkle. bility – they’re gone in an As a bugler played

Photo by Robb Lingley instant. But the death of a “Taps,” barks from inside the A member of the High Frontier Honor Guard presents a folded flag to Staff Sgt. Bruce Estep Military Working Dog is also a kennel filled the air, as if Rin’s (center) during a memorial ceremony Aug. 1 for Military Working Dog Rin. Estep was Rin’s major emotional event. colleagues were offering their most recent handler. “The Air Force supply final goodbyes. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 7 www.peterson.af.mil News Man finds better way, sees IDEA in action By Staff Sgt. terrorism and force protection Melanie Epperson measures, and he felt it was 21st Space Wing Public Affairs just the stuff his building need- ed to protect those working One man’s idea became a there. reality recently as contract “This film will hold the workers installed a new Mylar glass together if there is a film barrier to all the windows bomb or even a natural disaster of the 21st Space Wing like a tornado, causing fewer Headquarters Building and the injuries and casualties,” he Hartinger Building. said. After the events of Sept. After Welborn found a 11, Bill Welborn, Air Force possible solution to his build- Space Command Civil Systems ing’s vulnerabilities, he went to Engineer, like many PeteCentral and found the Americans, sat in his office sur- IDEA link. Clicking there rounded by windows and made his quest for change offi- thought about the impact a ter- cial. rorist attack would have on his “The Innovative Devel- building. opment through Employee “The Hartinger Building Awareness, program is an auto- is about 15 years old, and I mated program designed to knew shatterproof glass wasn’t provide all Air Force users installed when it was built,” access from any Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec Welborn said. “I was con- desktop computer,” said John Belikoff, left, and Daryll Tilton, from Armorcoat Safety and Security Films, install Mylar cerned about my coworkers Martha Bundrick, IDEA window protectant in an office at the 21st Space Wing Headquarters building. and everyone else in the build- Program Manager. “It replaced ing. If a bomb went off out- the old suggestion program that tives to reward submitters if toll, Welborn was planning for saving someone’s life,” he side, I knew it would send glass used the Air Force Form 1000. their ideas benefit the govern- the protection of his comrades. said. “All it took was a little shards flying all through the The IDEA program is a more ment by improving morale or Now his idea has been brainstorming and a few building.” streamlined process.” working conditions, or increase approved, with help from the mouse clicks.” That’s when Welborn’s “I’ve known about the productivity or efficiency, and Air Force Space Command For more information or wheels started turning. He IDEA program for a while,” are approved, she said. Safety Office, and implement- to submit an idea, visit knew of a special Mylar safety Welborn said. “It’s a valuable During a time when the ed as a mandatory safety pre- https://ideas.randolph.af. window glass film installed on tool to get things done for a bet- nation was still in shock and caution throughout Air Force mil/ipdswarn.html, or e-mail recently-built government and ter Air Force, and it’s all online Americans were reeling from Space Command. peterson. ideaprogram military buildings. It was now.” the attackers’ audacity and the “It feels great to know I @peterson.af.mil with specific installed specifically for anti- The program uses incen- previously unfathomable death made a difference in possibly questions. SPACE OBSERVER 8 Thursday, August 7, 2003 News Briefs GIANT VOICE TEST Theresa Dickson at 556-9231 or Beverly Sagapolutele ruption to normal traffic patterns. The construction The base Giant Voice System will be tested Aug. at 556-7073. zone is located approximately 1.5 miles from the exit 15 between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. Occasional voice mes- NCOA WELCOME BACK PICNIC off Highway 115, near the existing CMAFS base sign. sages and music will be heard during this time. The Non-Commissioned Officers Association Heavy construction equipment is operating on a regu- COMMISSARY CLOSED AUG. 26 annual Welcome Back Picnic is scheduled for Aug. 16 lar basis on or near NORAD Road, and flagmen con- at the Air Force Academy NCOA clubhouse. Free food, trol traffic flow. The speed limit has been reduced to The Commissary will be closed Aug. 26 while 20 miles per hour, and some delays may be encoun- shelves are replaced throughout the entire store. The beverages, and games for the kids will be provided. All enlisted personnel and their families from Team Pete tered. current metal shelves will be replaced with new and Traffic has been diverted off NORAD Road onto improved shelves. The commissary will be open for are welcome. The club house is located at 9024 Academy Drive a detour around the site of the new Guard Station. Two normal hours Aug. 27. East, behind the Fam Camp. For more information, lanes of traffic will be maintained, and the detour will DEAD BIRD REPORTING call Master Sgt. William Gardner at 554-2745. be clearly marked with orange construction barrels The article titled “Infected bird found on base” and lighted flashers. There are no streetlights in this published on Page 3 of the July 31 Space Observer CLINIC CLOSURES area, so drivers should use extra caution while travel- incorrectly identified the number to call to report a The Peterson Air Force Base Clinic is scheduled ing through this area. dead bird on base. The correct 24-hour reporting num- to be closed Aug. 28 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. for TOP 3 GRILLS UP FUN ber is 556-4030. Commander’s Call and the annual clinic picnic. The The Pikes Peak Top 3 will work the concession MISSED MAJOR clinic is also scheduled to close Aug. 29 in observance stand throughout August at Sky Sox stadium to raise of the Air Force Space Command Family Day. Congratulations to Capt. Phil Bozeman, who was funds to support junior enlisted members. Duties inadvertently left off of last week’s list of captains pro- BACK TO SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE include cashier, taking orders, ushering, stocking, and moted to major. Bozeman is a member of the 21st The Fitness Center staff is collecting donations grilling food. Parking and stadium entry is free for Space Wing Plans and Programs Office. for Team Pete’s Annual Back to School Supply Drive. volunteers. For more information, e-mail PHYSICS LESSON A donation box is located in the front lobby of the [email protected] or call 556-5993. Fitness Center. For a list of needed items, contact the In the July 31 article “Analyze this, analyze that” Fitness Center staff at 556-4462. GROUP OFFERS FREE RIDES, NEEDS on page 10, a formula and its nomenclature didn’t DRIVERS, TOO transfer into the typesetting. The text should have read VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR Team Pete’s Enlisted Against Drunk Driving “... the force with which it impacted the wing was STARSMORE DISCOVERY CENTER needs volunteer drivers. EEAD provides a safe and equal to half its mass times its velocity squared The City of Colorado Springs, Parks, Recreation free ride home to Team Pete’s military members and (f=mv2/2).” and Cultural Services needs adult leaders to impact a their families who have consumed alcoholic bever- CIVILIAN EMPLOYEE HEALTH BENEFIT child’s life while helping them to discover the outdoors ages. SERVICE DAY in North Cheyenne Canon Park at Starsmore Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, possess Discovery Center. Volunteers are needed three hours Representatives from Blue Cross/Blue Shield, a valid military ID card, and have their own vehicle per week in Sept. and Oct. to work with Kindergarten Government Employees Health Association, Mail with proof of insurance. Male and female drivers are through second grade children or three to five year Handlers, and Kaiser Permanente, will be available to needed from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. each Friday and olds in a small group. Training is provided. For more meet with Team Pete civilian employees Tuesday to Saturday night. information call 578-6146. discuss any questions or concerns regarding their For more information, call Technical Sgt. Olga health insurance coverage. CONSTRUCTION AT CMAFS Wells at 554-3322 or Technical Sgt. William Fields at Representatives will be in the Civilian Personnel Construction began July 14 on the Cheyenne 554-3233. For a free ride home after drinking alcohol, Office Training Room from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Mountain Air Force Station Main Gate. The project is call 55 NO DUI (556-6384) from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Walk–ins welcome. For more information, call expected to be a nine month effort causing some dis- Friday and Saturday. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 9 www.peterson.af.mil News

Constitution Avenue Recycling Center hours change The Recycling and Bulk Waste Center, located at the corner of Ent Phase 2 Highway Avenue and Goodfellow Street, will closure 24 now be open from 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, and the first Saturday of each month. All personnel who have access to Peterson may use the recycling containers. Items Recycled at the Recycling Center include: Cardboard, newspaper, aluminum, steel, and No. 1 and No. 2 plastic. Courtesy photo To recycle other items, call the Environmental Flight at 556-8059. The only authorized uses of the Bulk Waste Dumpsters is for waste generat- ed as part of the mission or by base housing residents. The following rules should be applied when using the bulk waste dumpsters. Do not place waste outside the dumpster, or in full dumpsters. Do not place haz- ardous material in the dumpsters (includes batteries, aerosol cans, tires, refrigera- tors, air conditioners, televisions, etc.). (Information courtesy of the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron)

Straightening Marksheffel Road, Phase 2 Smoke Detector lifesaving tips The 21st Civil Engineer Squadron anticipates the completion of Phase 1 of A smoke detector should be properly mounted outside of each sleeping area, the Highway 24/ South Marksheffel project to be completed about Aug. 14. Upon and on every level of your home. Smoke detectors should be less than 10 years old. completion, Marksheffel, between Highway 94 and Highway 24, will reopen, and If your detector is wired into your home, ensure that it has a battery back up a large portion of the new Highway 24 eastbound lanes will be open to traffic. provided, or that a battery operated detector is nearby. Phase 2 construction will close north Marksheffel, between Highway 24 and You should perform a monthly test on your smoke detector. Constitution Avenue, allowing local traffic to businesses, but no through traffic. Every smoke detector battery should be replaced at least once a year. Temporary signal lights will be installed at Highway 24 and Constitution to direct To test your detector, press the test button until the alarm sounds, then traffic and eliminate the lengthy wait for a left turn on to Constitution. Phase 2 remove your finger. If the alarm fails to sound, on-base residents should contact should take approximately 10 weeks to complete, ending around late-October. housing maintenance immediately at 556-4455. Cleaning your detector is very important. Vacuuming your detector on a regu- Phase 2 is planned to be complete by winter, so that the new Highway 24 east- lar basis keeps it free of dust so your detector won’t mistake debris for smoke par- and west-bound lanes, along with north and south Marksheffel, will be open to traf- ticles. fic, minimizing traffic detours through the winter shut-down period. The overall For your safety and the safety of your family, ensure your residence has prop- completion is scheduled for late summer of 2004, with the final phase being the erly operating smoke detectors. (Information courtesy of the Peterson Air Force final lift of asphalt, and restriping, over the entire stretch of Highway 24. Base Fire Prevention Office) (Information courtesy of the 21st Civil Engineer Squadron) SPACE OBSERVER 10 Thursday, August 7, 2003 News OIF veterans discuss lessons By Staff Sgt. these specific threats to coali- authorized defensive responses Jason L. Haag tion pilots and aircrews, U.S. in a manner which lessened the Air Warfare Center Public Affairs Central Command approved a threat to the forces patrolling wider set of air-defense-related the skies over southern Iraq. NELLIS AIR FORCE targets in southern Iraq, the air And, in each of these responses BASE, Nev. – Even though the campaign commander said. … every weapon employed by air campaign for Operation The general made the coalition forces (was) vetted by Iraqi Freedom was successful comments while addressing the (CENTCOM) staff to insure in bringing down the Iraqi about 300 campaign veterans full compliance with existing regime in 21 days, leaders met who came together for the les- rules of engagement as well as recently to discuss ways to sons-learned conference. proportional effect.” improve upon that effort. The rules of engagement Known within CENT- Among the issues they and concept of operations for COM and CENTAF as covered was the responses to enforcing the southern no-fly “Southern Focus,” coalition air increased surface-to-air threats zone allowed the task force to forces dropped 606 bombs, to coalition forces operating in directly respond in self-defense responding to 651 attacks from Iraq’s southern no-fly zone against approved Iraqi military June 2002 until OIF began months before what is now targets under limited condi- March 19. known as Operation Iraqi tions, he said. The Iraqi attacks peaked Freedom. The joint task force’s All responses resulted with more than a dozen mis- mission was to patrol the south- from acts of Iraqi aggression siles and rockets per day being ern Iraqi no-fly zone and pro- against coalition forces, Iraqi fired at coalition forces. tect the civilian minority popu- actions that placed coalition On one day, Iraqi air-defense lation living there, according to forces in imminent danger or forces fired 15 surface-to-air Lt. Gen. T. Michael Moseley, when Iraqi forces significantly missiles. 9th Air Force and U.S. Central enhanced their air defense “Southern Focus” opera- Command Air Forces com- force in the zone. tions actually helped in the mander. “If the Iraqi forces had rapid air supremacy during In supporting the U.N. stopped threatening or actually OIF, according to Col. William Photo by Master Sgt. Ron Przysucha Security Council resolutions, shooting at the aircraft … we Rew, the 9th Air Force and Aircraft of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing and coalition American and coalition aircraft would not have had to use force CENTAF director of opera- counterparts stationed together in a deployed location in bore the brunt of more numer- against any of the military tar- tions. southwest Asia fly over the desert., April 14, 2003. Aircraft ous and more aggressive gets,” Moseley said. The responses were include KC-135 Stratotanker, F-15E Strike Eagle, F-117 attacks by Iraqi air defenses “Joint Task Force specifically aimed at anti-air- Nighthawk, F-16 Falcon, British GR-4 Tornado, and Australian that significantly increased in Southwest Asia was never an craft artillery sites, surface-to- F/A-18 Hornet. Air Force leaders met recently to discuss the the summer of 2002 and contin- offensive military organization air missile sites, early warning air campaign of Operation Iraqi Freedom. ued, unabated, until the spring and never expanded attacks radar sites and command-and- of 2003, Moseley said. beyond what (were) necessary, control facilities. The attacks to keep southern Iraq in com- hole cover,” Moseley said, “and In direct response to more proportional and authorized by on Iraqi command and control munication with Baghdad, he therefore required incredibly numerous and more threatening the (commander in chief) in also included precision attacks said. accurate attacks … using preci- attacks on aircraft operating self-defense,” he said. on the Iraqi fiber-optic cable “Their cable repeaters sion weapons.” within the no-fly zone and “Rather, it focused network, which the Iraqis used were about the size of a man- See OIF, Page 10 SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 11 www.peterson.af.mil News and had to be transported to Memorial Hospital, report the grill from the front of her 2001 pearl- but the summonses for careless driving and driv- colored Mitsubishi Galant was missing from the ing under the influence were waiting for him when Dorm 590 parking lot. The last time she saw the he was discharged. grill in its proper place was approximately 5 p.m. DUI #3 - July 26 Monday night. When she went to her car the next A Colorado State Police Officer arrived at the day, she noticed the grill missing. According to Security Forces Building with an airman in cus- friends, the grill does not have a history of abuse, tody and asked to use the Intoxilyzer on him. and authorities do not believe it ran away. The following real-life events with real individu- Thinking he had the upper hand, the cocktail king Security Forces are treating the missing grill case als from around Team Pete are to inform you of crimes, refused to take the test that would determine his as an abduction and are following all leads. accidents, and events occurring on base. The following blood alcohol content. He wanted to play the “I NO SPOTTERS - July 30 entries are from hundreds recorded in the Peterson know the law better than the Police Officer” game. Security Forces responded to the intersec- Police Blotter: He lost. The officer turned the airman over to tion of Duluth Avenue and Mitchell Street, where **Editor’s note: Although the Space Observer Security Forces, but not before giving him a part- two military members were involved in a minor staff may make light of some blotter entries, the intent ing gift Ð a summons for driving under the influ- accident with their government-owned vehicles. is to call attention to our security and law enforcement ence. Thanks for playing Ð better luck next time. Seems that two vehicles were backing out of concerns. However, rest assured, our professional DRINKING + DRIVING = DUMB - July 27 parking areas at the same time. Neither of the Security Forces treat each incident seriously. Security Forces noticed the smell of alcohol drivers was using a spotter. The result: a small DRAWN AND QUARTERED ON THE RACK - when the family member of a military member paint transfer and scratches on one vehicle, and July 25 drove up to the West Gate to show her ID for a dent and paint transfer on the other. Both of the A military member called Security Forces to access. After being detained, the suspect backing boneheads received citations for improp- report the government vehicle he was driving was became belligerent and incoherent, adding a er backing resulting in a motor vehicle accident. damaged at the wash rack. The member stated touch of dignity and grace to her situation. CSPD NAME DROPPER - July 30 he had just put the vehicle on the rack when the responded and issued the soused spouse sum- Security Forces responded to a report of washer arm snuck up and whacked the driver’s monses for excessive alcohol content, driving property damage at a base housing residence. A side rear quarter panel, causing scratches and without possession of a driver’s license or proof of military member discovered someone had used paint removal. The wascally washer arm torturing insurance, and child abuse Ð she had a 16-year- an aerosol paint can to write their name on the the vehicle was uninjured in the assault. old passenger. Before the officer took her into west side of his fence. Security Forces took two SLIP SLIDING IN THE SAND - July 25 custody, Security Forces issued a revocation of Polaroid pictures and are on the lookout for the Security Forces responded to the Base driving privilege letter and scraped the DD Form suspected stoopid sprayer. Exchange where two civilians were involved in a 2220 from her windshield. Her vehicle was then WALL-BANGER - July 30 minor accident. Apparently the sand on the impounded. Security Forces responded to base housing, beachfront property was too much for one harried FOUND PROPERTY - July 27 where a military member had hit a garage wall honker. She stated she slid into the blameless A retired Air Force member found a wallet while attempting pull her vehicle in. Seems that bumper of the car next to her when she tried to outside the West Gate and turned it in to Security while pulling her vehicle in the driveway, a vehicle park. For her efforts, she received a scar on her Forces. The wallet was emptied of all its contents had driven by, causing her to swerve to the left. passenger side bumper and a citation for improp- except a few business cards before the member The driver could not make a positive ID of the er turning. The poor, innocent parker next to her found it. It was placed in the found property lock- suspect or the vehicle. Damage to the vehicle received a scratch to her rear driver’s side er until its owner claims it. included several dents and scratches from the left bumper. front bottom bumper to the left quarter panel. DELINQUENT DUO - July 25 MEDICAL RESPONSE - July 27 Security Forces, the Fire Department, and Damage to the stunned garage wall consisted of In the wee morning hours, a military member a minor paint transfer. pulled up to the West Gate to show his identifica- American Medical Response services responded tion card and go home to the dorms. It could have to the Fitness Center, where a military member ALARMING TRENDS CONTINUE: ended there, but Security Forces had reason to collapsed due to a heart condition. AMR person- In addition to these entries, there continue to believe the driver had been sipping spirits. Field nel transported the individual to Memorial Hospital be too many illegitimate alarm activations on sobriety maneuvers were initiated, and the swill- for further treatment. base. Among those noted by Security Forces this ing simpleton admitted to having a few beers. MEDICAL RESPONSE 2 - July 27 week was one involving a person who was denied Well, there’s nothing wrong with having a few Security Forces, the Fire Department, and access at a turnstile, one when a janitorial serv- beers unless you’re driving or underage, and this AMR responded to the Parade Grounds, where a ice bumped an alarm, an accidental pressing of imbibing imbecile gets double points for doing military member collapsed due to heat exhaus- the duress button in one facility, and several both. But wait, there’s more Ð the passenger in tion. AMR personnel transported the individual to alarms were caused when quite a few people did- the vehicle was charged for contributing to the Memorial Hospital for further treatment. n’t use proper procedures when entering or exit- ing facilities. One creative ‘de-activation’ was delinquency of a minor. MEDICAL RESPONSE #3 - July 27 caused when a certain civilian building guard DUI IT TO ME ONE MORE TIME - July 25 Security Forces, the Fire Department, and tried to clear an alarm out himself, even though AMR responded to the Mission Support Facility, Colorado State Patrol requested assistance he had been repeatedly told not to do so. He where a pregnant military member was complain- for a vehicle accident on Space Village Road. denied clearing the alarm to Security Forces but ing of chest pains. AMR personnel transported The State Trooper believed the member’s care- then proceeded to clear yet another one while the individual to Penrose Hospital for further treat- less driving had actually caused the accident. they were interviewing him about the first one. ment. This was compounded by the fact that the wanton ** If you have any information on a crime, report wagoneer had been drinking. Sensing a way out, GRILL OUT? - July 29 it to Security Forces at 556-4000. the imbibing idiot began complaining of injuries A military member called Security Forces to WELCOME TO THE AIR FORCE

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By Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec could take a gander at the vintage P-47 Mike Drennan, Peterson Air and Space 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Thunderbolt that’s being restored by the Museum Foundation President and former Foundation. 21st Space Wing Commander, to introduce The 21st Space Wing and the The P-47 is not normally presented the Stellar Brass Band, a team Drennan Peterson Air and Space Museum for public viewing,” said Elizabeth said, “represents our Air Force and nation Foundation invited the Team Pete commu- Edwards, a full-time volunteer at the muse- with great pride.” nity to enjoy a “Sunset in the Park” on the um. The band launched into a program of museum grounds Saturday evening. “This is pretty neat,” added Eric J. patriotic and classic music, bringing the As twilight fell, guests young and old Silva, museum visitor, as he and his family evening to a fitting crescendo. gathered amongst remnants of the Air admired the vintage bird. “This is our first As Yankee put it, “The Foundation Force’s shining legacy to enjoy free barbe- time here.” members and dedicated volunteers have cue, live music, and a journey through the Having spent the better part of an made this a first class museum and a fun past. hour or so, eating and taking in the dis- event.” Col. Marlon Yankee, 21st Space Wing plays, people retreated to the sea of picnic “This is a great day for people to tour Director of Staff, was on hand to help wel- blankets and beach chairs sprawled over the outstanding facilities,” said Yankee. come the droves of history enthusiasts. the museum grounds in anticipation of the “The museum captures a tremendous As a special treat, the museum evening’s entertainment. amount of the history to which we owe our unhitched the hangar doors so visitors It was time for retired Brig. Gen. freedom.”

Photo by Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec Guests gather in the museum courtyard to take in a performance by the Stellar Brass Band.

Photo by Ernie Newman Airman Robert Wheeler from the Fire Department was the winner of a poster for being “the person in the park with the least amount of active duty time.” Wheeler is a native of Tampa, Fla.

Photo by Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec

Above: Visitors exam- ine one of the museum’s many static displays.

Left: Young history buffs explore the museum grounds

Photo by Ernie Newman Photo by Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec Members of the Stellar Brass Band entertain the crowd. James Barry volunteers to cook up some fun.

Photo by Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec SPACE OBSERVER 14 Thursday, August 7, 2003 AT YOUR SERVICE Glass class opens windows to creativity This Week By Stacey Hirst 21 Space Wing Public Affairs Today If you’ve ever wanted to learn to make stained glass, now is the time. Family Swim Night, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., at the Aquatics Center Team Pete members can now learn to cre- ate stained glass using the techniques Friday taught in just one simple course offered at Hug a Senior Day, senior dis- the Community Activities Center. counts at the Bowling Center “One course is all you need to learn during open bowling stained glass!” said instructor Vicky Crump. Saturday The course teaches the students the Thunder Alley, 8:30 p.m., at basics of the art of stained glass, includ- the Bowling Center ing glass cutting, applying the copper Sunday foil, and soldering. The first project the students do is complete the simple project Sunday Brunch, 10 a.m.-1:30 of a small window panel that can contain p.m., at the Officers’ Club up to three colors. Monday According to Crump, this project Complimentary free sundae familiarizes students with the techniques after lunch at Officers’ Club they are taught, and prepares them for more advanced stained-glass projects. Tuesday The instructor guides the students so they Bundles for Babies, 1 p.m.-3 can learn the techniques, and become p.m. at the Family Support comfortable designing their own work. Center “After the course is complete, the Sponsorship Training, 7:30 classroom is open to students,” said a.m.-8:30 a.m., at the Family Crump. This allows students to create Support Center more stained glass on their own using the Assertiveness Training, 2:30 classroom and the tools provided at the p.m.-4 p.m. at the base Library Community Activities Center. By doing Wednesday this, students are able to improve their techniques using practice materials. Stress Management, 2:30 The course costs $40 and includes p.m.-4 p.m. at the Health and four two-hour sessions, the tools, and Wellness Center guidance needed to create stained glass. Anger Management, 2:30 All Team Pete members are welcome. p.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Education Classes are scheduled according to sign- Center ups. Call the Community Activities Thursday Center at 556-7671 for more informa- tion. Job Orientation, 1 p.m.-2 p.m., at the Family Support Center ARAGON DINING FACILITY MENU Play Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon at the Youth Center Today Friday Saturday Sunday Helpful Numbers Lunch: Lunch: Dinner: Brunch: Brunch: Mexican Baked Chicken Sweet Italian Sausage Cajun Meatloaf Parmesan Chicken Breast Family Advocacy 556-8943 Herbed Baked Stuffed Green Peppers Lasagna Crispy Baked Chicken Sauerbraten Education Center 556-4064 Chicken Swiss Steak with Tomato Spaghetti with Meat Ribeye Steak Tuna and Noodles Southern Catfish Sauce Sauce Broccoli Cauliflower Combo Library 556-7462 Peas and Carrots Broccoli Polonaise French-Style Peas Fried Cabbage Stuffed Cabbage Community Center 556-7671 Spanish-Style Beans Cauliflower Glazed Carrots Peas Rolls Steamed Rice Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Aquatics Center 556-4608 Mixed Vegetables Macaroni and Cheese Italian-Style Baked Beans Baked Potatoes Au Gratin Potatoes Fitness Center 556-4462 Peas Officers’ Club 556-4181 Mashed Potatoes Enlisted Club 556-4194 Sweet Potatoes Youth Center 556-7220 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Family Support 556-6141 Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Lunch: Dinner: Cornish Hens Lunch: Dinner: Red Cross 556-9201 Baked Chicken Roast Turkey Salisbury Steak Barbecued Beef Fried Catfish Country-Style Jaegerschnitzel with Outdoor Recreation 556-4487 Simmered Baked Canned Ham Onion Lemon Fish Cubes Barbequed Steak Mushroom Sauce Yakisoba Paprika Beef Golf Course 556-7810 Knockwurst Fish and Fries Spareribs Pita Pizza Roast Loin of Pork Swiss Steak with Succotash Spinach Pork Chop Suey Cajun Meatloaf Fried Chicken Carrots Tomato Sauce Herbed Green Stewed Tomatoes Cauliflower Red Beans with Cabbage Simmered Pinto Corn on the Cob Corn Combo Broccoli Polonaise Beans Rice Fried Cauliflower Carrots Tempura Vegetables Beans Lima Beans Cottage Fried Mashed Potatoes Potato Halves Sauerkraut Cornbread Dressing Mashed Potatoes O'Brien Potatoes Potatoes Oven-Browned This Week Orange Rice Mashed Potatoes Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Collard Greens Potatoes Steamed Rice Black-Eyed Peas Corn on the Cob SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 15 www.peterson.af.mil News ‘Windows’ of opportunity open for first termers By Senior Airman Sue Mrowiec cons of continuing a career in the mili- service Eligible for Assignment (AFI 21st Space Wing Public Affairs tary.” Eligible for reenlistment after 36-2110 and Military Personnel Flight There are exceptions to almost considered under SRP and CJR is Memorandum 00-29) Many first-term airmen may not be everything, so don’t hesitate contacting approved (AFI 36-2606) - Continental United States to aware of the wealth of career enhance- the Career Assistance Advisor at 556- - 4-year enlistees, 36 consecutive CONUS, or CONUS to overseas, airmen ment programs and benefits available to 3166, or the functional experts at the months, at least airman first class with 12 can apply after 12 months time on station them in the Air Force. MPF at 556-6741, with concerns or months time-in-grade - Base of Preference, apply in con- From progressing toward a college questions. - 6-year enlistees, 60 consecutive junction with retraining or re-enlistment degree, to making rank ahead of the Dates to Remember for First- months, at least senior airman or higher Airman Leadership School curve, there’s an array of choices for air- Term Airmen: Eligible for promotion to senior (AFI 36-2301) men to tailor to their individual career Apply to retrain (Air Force airman Below-the-Zone (AFI 36-2502) - Senior airmen with 48 months in aspirations. How does one keep up? Instruction 36-2626) - 36 months time in service and 20 service, plus one year of retainability “For the most part, it comes down - 4-year enlistees, between the 35th months time in grade, or 28 months time (must complete ALS prior to promotion to having a good supervisor who is well and 43rd month of service in grade, whichever occurs first to staff sergeant) informed, and does their homework,” - 6-year enlistees, between the 59th First Feedback/Enlisted In-service Educational benefits said Master Sgt. Laura Velasquez, 21st and 67th month of service Performance Report (for more information, contact base Space Wing Career Assistance Advisor. Considered for Selective - Initial feedback is held within 60 Education Office) “Most inquiries we get are regarding Reenlistment Program (AFI 36-2606) days of a change of rating official (AFI - Tuition Assistance can be used retraining.” - 4-year enlistees, after completing 36-2627) immediately, per unit policy Right Decision is a program that 33 months time in service - Normally, airmen first class or - Montgomery G.I. Bill can be can help. - 6-year enlistees, after completing below receive their first EPR at 20 used while on active duty after 24 “Right Decision is a seminar 57 months time in service months time in service months of continuous service required for first-term airmen who are 18 Apply for Career Job Air Force Good Conduct Medal Non-U.S. Citizens can apply for months out from their date of separa- Reservation (AFI 36-2606) (AFI 36-2803) citizenship at 36 months TIS (AFI 36- tion,” said Velasquez. “This way they are - 4-year enlistees, 35-43 months of - Awarded after three years in serv- 2606 and MPF Memorandum 00-01) able to meet the experts from offices service ice for exemplary conduct (awarded - To re-enlist, you must be a U.S. around the base, and weigh the pros and - 6-year enlistees, 59-67 months of every three years after) citizen. SPACE OBSERVER 16 Thursday, August 7, 2003 News Engineer Squadron received an Article 15 for a viola- A senior airman assigned to the 721st Security tion of Article 92, UCMJ, failure to obey a lawful order Forces Squadron received an Article 15 for violation Spotlight and Article 107, UCMJ, for making a false official of Article 108, UCMJ, damaging military property statement. The member received a suspended reduc- over $500 and violation of Article 121, UCMJ, wrong- tion to the rank of airman and a reprimand. ful appropriation of a government vehicle. The mem- An airman first class assigned to the 21st ber received a suspended reduction to the rank of air- Mission Support Squadron received an Article 15 for a man first class, suspended forfeiture of $150 pay per on justice violation of Article 112a, UCMJ, wrongful use of mar- month for two months,15 days extra duty, and a repri- ijuana. The member received a reduction to the rank mand. of airman basic, suspended forfeiture of $150 pay per An airman first class assigned to the 721st Base legal officials recently announced the month for two months, restriction to Peterson AFB for Security Forces Squadron received an Article 15 for Court-Martial and Article 15 actions for March - May. 30 days, and a reprimand. violation of Article 113, UCMJ, sleeping on post. The An airman first class assigned to the 21st member received a suspended reduction to the rank of COURTS-MARTIAL Mission Support Squadron received an Article 15 for a airman, forfeiture of $100 pay per month for two Senior Airman Thomas J. Masiero, assigned to violation of Article 86, UCMJ, failure to go, violation months, and a reprimand. the 544th Information Operations Group, was tried by of Article 91, UCMJ, disrespect toward a noncommis- An airman first class assigned to the 821st General Court Martial March 20, for a violation of sioned officer, and violation of Article 92, UCMJ, Security Forces Squadron received an Article 15 for Article 86, Uniform Code of Military Justice, Absent dereliction of duty. The member received a reduction violation of Article 108, UCMJ, damaging military Without Leave and going from his place of duty; vio- to the rank of airman and forfeiture of $100 pay per property over $500 and violation of Article 92, UCMJ, lation of Article 107, UCMJ, false official statement; month for two months. failure to obey a lawful order. The member received a violation of Article 112a, UCMJ, wrongful use of An airman first class assigned to the 21st suspended reduction to the rank of airman, forfeiture cocaine and marijuana; violation of Article 134, Operations Support Squadron received an Article 15 of $200 pay, and a reprimand. UCMJ, wrongful solicitation to impersonate a com- for a violation of Article 92, UCMJ, dereliction of duty An airman first class assigned to the 821st missioned officer; and violation of Article 134, UCMJ, (underage drinking). The member received a suspend- Security Forces Squadron received an Article 15 for incapacitated for the proper performance of his duties. ed reduction to the rank of airman, forfeiture of $100 violation of Article 92, UCMJ, failure to obey a lawful The accused pled guilty to the charges and specifica- pay per month for two months, restriction to Peterson order. The member received a suspended reduction to tions. The Military Judge sentenced the accused to a AFB for 30 days, 30 days extra duty, and a reprimand. the rank of airman, forfeiture of $100 pay, and a repri- Bad Conduct Discharge, eight months confinement, Four airmen first class assigned to the 21st Space mand. and reduction to airman basic. Communications Squadron each received an Article A senior airman assigned to Headquarters, Air Staff Sgt. Matthew J. Brown, assigned to the 15 for violation of Article 92, UCMJ, dereliction of Force Space Command received an Article 15 for vio- 731st Airlift Squadron, was tried by General Court- duty (underage drinking). The members received a lation of Article 112a, UCMJ, wrongful use of Martial on March 4, for a violation of Article 120, suspended reduction to the rank of airman basic, 14 Percocet. The member received a reduction to the rank UCMJ, rape. The accused was found guilty of the days extra duty, and a reprimand. of airman first class, 45 days extra duty, and a repri- charge and one of its specifications. He was found not An airman assigned to the 721st Security Forces mand. guilty of the other specification. The court-martial Squadron received an Article 15 for violation of An airman first class assigned to U.S. Northern panel sentenced the accused to a Dishonorable Article 112, UCMJ, drunk on duty and violation of Command received an Article 15 for violation of Discharge, confinement for one year, and reduction to Article 92, UCMJ, dereliction of duty (underage drink- Article 111, UCMJ, drunken driving. The member airman basic. ing). The member received a suspended reduction to received a suspended reduction to the rank of airman, the rank of airman basic, forfeiture of $150 pay per forfeiture of $645 pay per month for two months, the ARTICLES 15 month for two months, restriction to Peterson AFB for portion in excess of $250 pay per month suspended, An airman first class assigned to the 21st Civil 15 days, 15 days extra duty, and a reprimand. and a reprimand. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 17 www.peterson.af.mil Commentary A difficult thing to do Ð saying farewell By Chaplain, (Lt. Col.) on extended active duty in July 1977. batteries,” etc. Yes, I will pursue my call- the best physical fitness facilities in the Dennis E. Aleson (And I’m also proud to claim two years ing in the civilian sector after this transi- Air Force – we also have a great “spiri- 21st Space Wing Chapel of prior military service in Army green tion time, with the exact focus of my tual fitness center” known as the base and with the Defense Communications future ministry yet to be discovered. chapel – supplemented by a lot of great They say there are some things in Agency, 1969-1971.) Friends of this community, and any faith communities around the city of life which are very difficult to do. One is As I enter retired status, I reaffirm community I’ve been part of in the past Colorado Springs. to try and climb a tall fence that is lean- that there are no finer folks to serve as a 26 years, I leave you strong encourage- Friends, get in touch with your ing toward you. A second difficult thing clergyperson than those of you who ment to be totally “fit” persons, certain- Maker and your spiritual well-being; is to try to kiss your love when they are serve our country, whether in military ly taking care of the “ol’ bod” via physi- take care of yourselves in a total fitness leaning away from you. After 31-plus uniform or as a civilian. cal fitness – not only because the mili- program. If you don’t have a faith com- years of marriage, my love leans toward Over my past four years here, espe- tary mandates it, but simply as good munity that you call home, I invite you me – most of the time – so I don’t fret cially as the Cheyenne Mountain chap- stewards of the life you’ve been given. to check out your base chapel program about that second difficult thing. There lain, I’ve had the joy of serving persons Also, stay fit in positive nurturing and meet the SIX (count ‘em) newly- is a third difficult thing. The bittersweet from every branch of service for the of your mind and intellect. And, as a assigned chaplains who will serve as time when we say goodbye to one chap- United States and Canada, plus an out- solid foundation to your total fitness your spiritual fitness guides and trainers. ter of life and enter a new phase of life. standing civilian work force. I’ll miss program, I encourage your active pursuit And, oh, by the way, remember that your That is a present reality of my life being among you! of spiritual fitness. chaplains can serve you whether you are as I make my ceremonial exit from the But the future is also exciting and That’s where my calling and the persons of faith or claim no faith, for Air Force and the Air Force Chaplain full of promise as we continue residency calling of others in the Chaplain Service they offer that critical service of privi- Service at 3 p.m. this Friday at the here in the Springs. Yes, I am looking comes in. We are here to guarantee your leged communication – the guarantee of Peterson Chapel. forward to giving my razor a rest and First Amendment rights and opportuni- absolute confidentiality in helping you The journey really began when I checking out my appearance with some ties for freedom of religious expression, deal with life where you’re at! entered the Air Force Chaplain new “facial hair,” taking some sabbatical regardless of where duty takes us. Call 556-4442 for more informa- Candidate Program in 1974, then came time for traveling and “recharging the Here at Peterson – where we have tion on services and programs.

Chapel Schedule Catholic Weekday Mass, 11:35 a.m. (except Monday) **For more information - Protestant Worship Services: Saturdays, 5 p.m. Call the chapel at 556-4442 for available Combined Protestant Service, 11 a.m. Sundays, 9:30 a.m. chapel programs. Reconciliation Saturdays, 4 p.m. SPACE OBSERVER 18 Thursday, August 7, 2003 News Ð OIF, From Page 10 In the first couple days of the war, Moseley decided to During the early stages of change from a suppression-of- OIF, there was a lot of talk enemy-air-defense mission to a about the United States “shap- destruction-of-enemy-air- ing the battlefield,” but in reali- defense mission. ty, Moseley said, an increase in “A huge success story of no-fly zone violations warrant- this campaign was (in) the ed the increase in coalition change,” said Rew. activity in the no-fly zone and Two of the key lessons- had been going on since the learned discussed at the confer- summer of 2002. ence were increasing communi- “We were shot at on cations capability and working almost a daily basis during more closely with ground Southern Focus,” said Col. forces on close-air support def- Tom Jones, the 332nd Air initions. Expeditionary Wing com- Communications flow mander. from the combined air opera- Once OIF began, Rew tions center to the warfighter said objectives were to neutral- was not as fast and current as it Photo by Master Sgt. Robert R. Hargreaves Jr. ize the regime’s ability to com- could have been, simply Senior Master Sgt. Brian Aguiar and Master Sgt. Brad Kephart move on after investigating a mand forces and govern their because the system could not disabled and abandoned Iraqi antiaircraft missile battery near Baghdad, Iraq. Responses to state, gain and maintain air and handle all the information. surface-to-air threats was one of the issues discussed by leaders at the recent conference on space supremacy, suppress the “We could have hit tar- OIF’s air campaign. Iraqi tactical ballistic missile gets more quickly with better ations during Operation lines and strengths and limita- rapid march to a capital city in threat, support coalition special communications pipes,” Rew Enduring Freedom and a vari- tions,” Moseley said. modern history.” operations forces and support said. ety of pre-OIF “rehearsals,” “Of all the sorties flown The plan to topple coalition land component Even though OIF demon- there are still areas to improve, by the air component … 78 per- Saddam Hussein’s regime was forces. strated a marked enhancement officials said. cent were flown in direct sup- decisive and dynamic, but it Although the air-war plan in overall air and ground coor- “We’re better at this than port of (special operations was the people carrying out the was thoroughly planned, prac- dination and is the contempo- we’ve ever been; we’ve part- forces), Army and Marine plan that made it work, Moseley ticed and scrubbed before OIF rary example of employing les- nered closer than ever before ground troops,” he said. “That’s said. “At the end of the day, we began, the old dogma that flex- sons learned from ongoing with the land commanders; we a huge commitment of air sup- have the best job in the world – ibility is the key to air power joint and composite force train- understand each other’s opera- port to the land commander, everybody who wears this uni- proved to be true, Moseley said. ing, an analysis of combat oper- tional imperatives and time- and it showed with the most form,” he said. SPACE OBSERVER Thursday, August 7, 2003 19 www.peterson.af.mil Sports and Fitness

Staff Sgt. David Anderson cycles his way to victory at the CSAF announces Masters State Championship. Anderson brought home three gold fitness program medals and one bronze from the WASHINGTON — Airmen will “We are planning to … put recent competition. begin hitting the track soon as the Air responsibility for (physical training) in Force begins a new physical fitness pro- the chain of command, not with the gram, the service’s senior leader medical community or the commander’s announced in his July 30 “Fit to Fight” support staff,” Jumper said. Sight Picture. “I expect this effort to be led from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. John the top, starting with commanders and P. Jumper directed that airmen will now senior (noncommissioned officers),” he Courtesy photo test their fitness levels by performing said. “I expect those who have trouble sit-ups, push-ups and running 1.5 miles. meeting the standards to be helped by Team Pete cyclist brings home gold The change is being made because others in their unit until they do meet By Senior Airman geared more toward power than “we are a much different Air Force the standard.” Sue Mrowiec endurance.” today,” according to Jumper. The program will begin Jan. 1. 21st Space Wing Public Affairs During the Masters, Anderson Jumper cited the physical require- Jumper said he plans to lead National secured three gold medals. He dis- ments demanded by recent deployments Capitol Region Air Force general offi- A staff sergeant from the den- played his cycling prowess in the around the world as the impetus for the cers in a fitness test during the first tal laboratory won the Masters State match sprint, Keirin race, and team change. week of January. Chief Master Sgt. of Championship for velodrome sprint. “The amount of energy we devote the Air Force Gerald R. Murray will cycling. The Championship was hard to our fitness programs is not consistent lead area command chiefs later in the Staff Sgt. David Anderson has won. with the growing demands of our war- week. had a lot of practice “I’ve spent the last four years rior culture,” he said. “It’s time to “I think all of us can agree that we “I’ve always been into racing,” focused on training, 12-18 hours a change that.” were disappointed with the fitness stan- said Anderson. “I grew up racing week,” Anderson explained. “It’s a Details will be released soon that dards we found when we came into the motocross bikes and mountain really neat sport and I’m lucky to will get airmen back to the basics of operational Air Force,” Jumper said. bikes, and later got into road rac- have a wife who supports me.” running, sit-ups and push-ups, Jumper “Let’s not disappoint ourselves any ing.” Anderson admitted turning said. The cycle ergometry test, in use longer. The message is simple: If you When he’s not fitting dentures, professional could be an option in for the past 10 years, will continue for are out of shape, fix it. If you have peo- Anderson can often be found on the the future. those who, for legitimate reasons, are ple in your squadron who need help, velodrome track inside the U.S. “It would make everything I do not able to run. help them. Olympic Training Center. worthwhile. I want to see how far Other changes include issued “January 2004 is the date,” he “This type of cycling is the sport can take me. It’s possible, workout clothes and a renewed focus on said. “Be ready.” unique. The events are shorter and so it’s achievable.” the commander’s ownership of airman (Courtesy of Air Force Print physical fitness. News) SPACE OBSERVER 20 Thursday, August 7, 2003 Feature Airman swaps stripes for wings By Susan Griggs determined, and by the way, he turned 81st Training Wing Public Affairs out to be very good at that pilot thing,” Lyga added. “He’s a true Air Force suc- KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, cess story, and I couldn’t be more proud Miss. — Less than two years ago, of him.” Staff Sgt. Jerry Bennett raised his eyes “Over the years, I briefed a lot of to the sky as a weather forecasting pilots, and before long, I aspired to be instructor. Today, he takes to the sky as one, too,” said Bennett, a 12-year Air an Air Force pilot. Force member. “My weather training Friday, the second lieutenant will definitely has been beneficial in prepa- complete three weeks of C-21 training ration for this career move.” with the 45th Airlift Squadron, just While teaching here, Bennett was blocks away from the weather training selected for the Bootstrap program and facility here where he taught from given time to complete a bachelor’s March 2000 to October 2001. degree in geography at the University of “When Jerry first approached us Nebraska. After graduating in August in the schoolhouse as a 28-year-old staff 2001, he was selected for Officer sergeant weather instructor, and stated Photo by Kemberly Groue Training School. Second Lt. Jerry Bennett, a former enlisted weather forecasting instructor at that what he really wanted to do was fly, Next, he headed to Florida for six Keesler Air Force Base, Miss., has returned to the base for C-21 flight train- I’ll admit there was a little skepticism months of joint undergraduate pilot ing with the 45th Airlift Squadron. that the Air Force would support him at training at Naval Air Station Pensacola, that stage in his career,” said Maj. where only one other prior-enlisted tanker/cargo planes. who will move on to a new assignment Thomas Lyga, 335th Training Squadron member was in his class. After gradua- “I had some great opportunities as a C-21 pilot at Peterson AFB, Colo. commander. tion, he headed to Vance Air Force Base, and some wonderful commanders who (Courtesy of Air Force Print “However, he had a dream, he was Okla., for advanced training on T-1 guided me along the way,” said Bennett, News)