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A publication of the 502nd Air Base Wing – Joint Base San Antonio JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH No. 3 • JANUARY 24, 2014 Page 11 INSIDE: AETC UPDATES MISSION, P3 ... 12TH FTW UNDERGOES INSPECTION, P4 ... SHIRT'S CORNER, P8 PAGE 2 WINGSPREAD JANUARY 24, 2014 Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee ON THE COVER James talks to a gathering of uniformed Gen. Robin Rand, Air Education and Train- and civilian Airmen during her fi rst town ing Command commander, congratulates hall meeting as the Air Force's senior most Airman 1st Class Dominic Luka for graduat- civilian leader Jan. 9, in the Pentagon ing basic military training Jan. 17 at Joint auditorium, Washington, D.C. President Base San Antonio-Lackland. Airman 1st Barack Obama nominated James to be the Class Luka was one of thousands of Sudan top Air Force civilian in August 2013 and Lost Boys who were evacuated to a Kenyan she was sworn in as the 23rd Secretary of refugee camp in 1997. For the complete the Air Force on Dec. 20, 2013. story, see page 11. Photo by Jim Varhegyi Photo by Benjamin Faske Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Editorial Staff Brig. Gen. Bob LaBrutta 502nd Air Base Wing/JBSA Commander Todd G. White 502nd ABW/JBSAPublic Affairs Director "SEIZE THE OPPORTUNITY" Marilyn C. Holliday JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs Chief Airman 1st Class Kenna Jackson Editor New SecAF to Airmen: Airman 1st Class Lincoln Korver Airman 1st Class Alexandria Slade Robert Goetz, Alex Salinas With change comes opportunity Staff Writers Maggie Armstrong By Staff Sgt. David Salanitri life,” James said of her experience, which For Airmen who are looking to retire Graphic Designer Air Force Public Affairs Agency includes everything from working for the early or separate, or are worried they Department of Defense to a related pri- may be selected for involuntary separa- Wingspread Offi ce The Air Force’s most senior leader gave vate sector industry. tion, James encourages them to be proac- 1150 5th Street East insight into her life and shared career James said her swearing in as the Air tive in their career, and to “own it.” JBSA-Randolph, Texas 78150 advice with Airmen across the Air Force Force’s 23rd secretary is “the culmination “If you don’t have enough information Phone: (210) 652-4410 Wingspread email during her fi rst town hall Jan. 9. of that period,” noting that not receiving about your specialty and what is likely [email protected] Speaking from the Pentagon audito- what she thought was her dream job may to happen in your career fi eld, go on the Wingspread Advertisement Offi ce rium, Secretary of the Air Force Deborah have been a blessing in disguise. offensive and ask questions until you get Prime Time Military Newspapers Lee James spoke about her 32 years of James offered her story as an opportu- answers,” James said. P.O. Box 2171 defense experience, passing on lessons nity to talk to Airmen about how they ap- Although budget uncertainty means San Antonio, Texas 78297 she’s learned, and encouraging Airmen proach their own career challenges today, the numbers remain fl uid right now, (210) 250-2440 to view challenges as opportunities. particularly in the face of signifi cant per- James pledged that senior leaders will James, who grew up along the New Jer- sonnel cuts, forcing many to reconsider strive to be as open with information This newspaper is published by Prime Time Military News- papers, a private fi rm in no way connected with the U.S. Air sey shore, originally came to Washington career opportunities. as possible. Her goal is to disclose Force, under exclusive written contract with Joint Base San D.C. with her lifelong dream of becoming “The projections are up to 25,000 as much information as possible, as Antonio-Randolph, Texas. This commercial enterprise Air a diplomat for the State Department. reductions in personnel and hundreds quickly as possible. Force newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of the Wingspread are But that dream job never happened. of aircraft will come down as well,” “We’re going to be transparent,” James not necessarily the offi cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. “I prepared all these years, and James said. said. “That’s our job. And get you as much government, the Department of Defense, or the Department now the dream was busted,” James With these cuts, James encourages information as possible so you can make of the Air Force. The appearance of advertising in this publication, includ- said. “… boy, was it devastating.” commanders and supervisors to go make those career decisions.” ing inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement With a signed lease, James had to the fi rst move, and help their Airmen. James, who was formally sworn in by the Department of Defense, the Department of the Air stay in the city and fi gure out a way “Reach out to them, go on the offense, Dec. 20, 2013, implores Airmen to Force or Prime Time Military Newspapers, of the products or services advertised. to move on with her career. and give them some advice,” said James, own their careers, whether that’s as Everything advertised in this publication shall be made “You have to pull up your socks and who encouraged mentorship throughout a member of the Air Force, or outside available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to get on with it,” James said. “That was her address. of the service. race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affi liation, or any other nonmerit when my dream shifted. I had to zig- A theme in James’ short tenure as sec- “Manage your own career and take factor of the purchaser, user or patron. zag in life.” retary has been opportunity. Opportunity the reins so you can make a good judg- Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the Public Affairs Offi ce of JBSA-Randolph. All photos, unless In 1981, James began her career in the is what set James on the path of working ment and proceed in your career,” otherwise indicated, are U.S. Air Force photos. fi eld of defense. for the Department of Defense. James said. “Seize the opportunity. The deadline for submissions is noon Wednesday the “Now, more than three decades later, “One door closes, another door opens,” Don’t be afraid of the opportunity. week prior to publication. All submissions can be emailed that is where I have spent my professional James said. You’ll be better off for it.” to [email protected]. JANUARY 24, 2014 WINGSPREAD PAGE 3 Air Education and Training Command updates mission, vision statements By Tech. Sgt. Beth Anschutz Air Education and Training Command Public Affairs The Air Education and Training Command has updated its mission and vision statements, focusing on its roots – recruiting, training, educating and innovation. The new mission statement, "Recruit, train and educate Airmen to deliver airpower for America," speaks to the charge of the Air Force's First Command and the vital stake it holds in the future of the U.S. Air Force. The new vision statement, "Forging innovative Airmen to power the world's greatest Air Force," keeps innovation in the forefront, highlighting the importance of AETC finding effective and efficient ways to ensure Airmen are fully prepared to fly, fight and win. "AETC holds the cherished responsibility of producing the highest quality Airmen – strong men and women who adhere to our core values, maintain our standards, value our heritage, and perform at exceptional levels," said Gen. Robin Rand, AETC commander. "We're part of the world's greatest Air Force, but it's not a birthright. All of us must find innovative and technical solu- tions to the many challenges our Air Force faces. Therefore, innovative Airmen are our most valuable asset." The new mission statement brings AETC Airmen – officers, enlisted and civilian members – back to basics while its new vi- sion focuses them on the lofty task of ensuring mission readiness U.S. Air Force Gen. Robin Rand around the globe through total preparation of warfighters. Air Education and Training Command commander PAGE 4 WINGSPREAD JANUARY 24, 2014 NEWS 12th Flying Training Wing undergoes inspection Photos by Melissa Peterson Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Paul Figueroa (right), Headquarters Air Education and Training Command inspector general superintendent, inspects the work of Paul Wieland, 12th Flying Training Wing Maintenance Directorate program manager, Jan. 15 during the 12th FTW’s 2014 Headquarters AETC’s Com- bined Unit Inspection. Above: Air Force Col. Ken Frollini (center), Air Education and Train- ing Command inspector general, briefs Air Force Col. James Gifford (left), 12th Flying Training Wing vice commander, and Air Force Col. Gerald Goodfellow, 12th FTW commander, Jan. 15 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph during the 12th FTW 2014 Headquarters AETC Combined Unit Inspection. Right: Air Force Col. Ken Frollini (right), Air Education and Train- ing Command inspector general, briefs members of the 12th FTW staff Jan. 15 during the 12th FTW 2014 Headquarters AETC Combined Unit Inspection. JANUARY 24, 2014 WINGSPREAD PAGE 5 Air Force Medical Service seeks enlisted commissioning applicants for nurse corps By Debbie Gildea ager. All applicants must be world-wide qualified. Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs Applicants must select a school that has an Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps detachment Eligible active-duty enlisted Airmen interested in on the campus or a school that has a cross-town pursuing a nursing commission has until Feb. 28 agreement with an AFROTC detachment.