COMMANDER’S CORNER: THIS WEEK IN REVIEW - PAGE 3 Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado

Thursday, August 21, 2008 Vol. 52 No. 34 AF headquar ters gets look at Peterson Airmen’s time By Senior Airman Stephen Collier 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Th ey looked at how the burden of continu- ing computer-based training, information technology, pesky duties and other additional mission requirements aff ect your daily rou- tine. And they want to give you more time to accomplish your mission. Visiting Peterson Aug. 11-12, a six-man Airmen’s Time Assessment Team from Headquarters, Air Force received honest, hard facts on issues faced by commanders throughout several area AF installations concerning additional workloads and their programs. Th e team, which is traveling to Air Force bases worldwide to assess time issues, saw the toll additional duties, information tech- nology overload and other time sappers are having on various units throughout the 21st SW during their visit here. “In the Air Force, we step up to challenges,” Mark Doboga, the team’s leader said. “We’re hoping from visiting these bases, we’ll fi nd better tools for commanders and fi nd ways to give them more time to be leaders and mentors, rather than sit behind their desk U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Stephen Collier glued to their computers.” Mark Doboga, Airmen’s Time Assessment Team leader, speaks with members of the 21st Operations Support Squadron while touring that unit Aug. 11 at Peterson Air Mr. Doboga is a member of the Senior Force Base, Colo. Mr. Doboga and the Headquarters, Air Force team, are visiting several Air Force installations throughout the globe as they address concerns from Executive Staff and is the director of Plans commanders on what challenges they face concerning additional workloads and their programs. Mr. Doboga is a member of the Senior Executive Staff and is the director and Integration and the Air Force Personnel of Plans and Integration and the Air Force Personnel Operations Agency, as well as the Air Force’s Manpower and Personnel deputy chief of staff. Operations Agency, as well as the Air Force’s Manpower and Personnel deputy chief of daily duties with computer-based training, support staff , these tasks now fall to other Model, or ‘BLSDM’ and information manag- staff . additional duties, IT requirements for data- members of a unit as personnelists consoli- ers shift ed to the group level. base tracking, just to name a few. Originally dated into the 21st Force Support Squadron Th e challenges Mr. Doboga spoke of are See Time page 15 assorted. Servicemembers are juggling their accomplished by a squadron’s commander in support of the Base Level Service Delivery Peterson Airman helps Iraqis account for fuel shipments By Senior Master Sgt. Trish Free million liters of diesel fuel the Iraqi Army re- U.S. Air Forces Central, Baghdad Media Outreach ceives each month. Sergeant Northern conducts TAJI, Iraq — About 15 miles north of a separate measurement and the two compare Baghdad sits one of the largest military bases notes to ensure their numbers agree. in Iraq. Years ago, Camp Taji was the center “My counterpart keeps meticulous records. of military excellence for Saddam Hussein’s I’ve learned the Iraqis like to keep things low- combat machine, an established army tank tech and simple”, Sergeant Northern said. “I depot, and former work center of “Chemical don’t always understand why they do certain Ali”. Today the new Iraqi military has charge things but what’s more important is to let of the base and is assisted by dozens of advisors them learn to be self-reliant.” supplied by the U.S. Army. An unsung handful Warrant Offi cer Mohammed, having a of those advisors, are Combat Airmen from the wealth of experience gained in the old Iraqi U.S. Air Force assisting the Iraqis with every- military, thoroughly understands fuel opera- thing from water and fuel distribution to setting tions and is very focused on the transition. up a formidable base defense system. Although he’s a veteran fuels manager, he’s Tech. Sgt. Tim Northern, a fuels manage- enjoyed having company while gaining new ment specialist from Peterson AFB, Colo., knowledge. was surprised to learn about the diffi cul- “Sergeant Northern is a very comfortable ties the Iraqis face in their fuel distribution guy and I like being around him,” he said. II Villanueva Paul Sgt. photo/Staff Force Air U.S. network. He learned about those challenges “Th e work we do is good.” through the front row seat that comes with Sergeant Northern’s tour in Iraq is almost his role as a fuels distribution advisor. complete. He looks forward to heading back “Th is is an oil-rich nation but their refi neries to Colorado Springs in time to attend the are old and out of date”, said the 20-year Air state fair in September. As his heart turns Force veteran. Th e Iraqis know how to handle toward home he looks back on his tour with fuel. Th ey just needed help with tracking it. If a great sense of pride in his contribution to properly resourced, they will do fi ne.” American and Iraqi history. Sergeant Northern’s Iraqi counterpart is “My greatest accomplishment in the time U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Tim Northern (right), fuels advisor for the Coalition Army Advisory Training Team, Warrant Offi cer Mohammed, a 24-year veteran I’ve been here is in getting my Iraqi counter- talks with Iraqi army Warrant Offi cer Mohammed, at Taji Military Base, Iraq on August 6, 2008. The two men of the Iraqi military. Mohammed measures and parts to make decisions even when I’m not keep meticulous records of the amount of fuel that is delivered to the base. Northern is deployed from the 21st logs each shipment of the approximately one around,” Sergeant Northern said. Logistics Readiness Squadron, Peterson Air Force Base and is a Colorado Springs native.

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21ST SPACE WING 21st Space Wing Commander COMMANDER’S CORNER Col. Jay Raymond

Chief of Public Affairs Capt. Toni Tones This week in review Editorial Staff Chief of Operations Division Commentary by Col. Jay Raymond by locals who showed their support for 2nd. Lt. Jonathan Simmons 21st Space Wing commander Col. the military and thanked them for their service. Webmaster Th e weekend was far from quiet on base. Jay Raymond Starting Aug. 15, the 21st Civil Engineer Senior Airman Stephen Collier Squadron responded to a report of smoke Submitting Action Lines Staff Reporter at Bldg. 2, which turned out to be a brief 21st Space Th e Action Line is a direct link to the 21st Corey Dahl electrical fire. The fire extinguished itself, Wing Space Wing commander. It should be used but the Peterson fire department worked when other avenues have failed. Concerns Published by Colorado Springs Military Newspapers commander Group, 31 E. Platte Avenue, Suite 300, Colorado with CES’s electricians, power production should be addressed at the lowest possible Springs, 80903, a private fi rm in no way connected with and heating, ventilation and air condition- level in the chain of command and elevated the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contract ing personnel to evaluate the situation, as necessary. with the 21st Space Wing. This commercial enterprise remove the fire danger and shut off the Dennis Urruchihuaman, Andrew Kennedy Air Force newspaper is an authorized publication for If satisfactory results have not been at- members of the U.S. military services. building’s utilities, preventing further sig- and Warren Herrington, Senior Airmen Contents of the Space Observer are not neces- nificant damage. All day Aug. 16, our civil Adam Alonge, Anthony Feroleto and Airmen tained by addressing the chain of com- sarily the offi cial views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. mand, call the Action Line at 556-7777 or Government, the Department of Defense or the engineers worked to safely restore power to 1st Class James McConnell who responded Department of the Air Force. this critical facility, and our communica- fl awlessly to these events to safeguard life and fax 556-7848. The appearance of advertising in this publication, property. Th ough not required, Action Line users including inserts or supplements, does not constitute tors restored communications throughout endorsement by DoD, the Department of the Air Force, the building. Also on Aug. 16, Cripple Creek held its an- should leave point-of-contact information or CSMNG, of the products or services advertised. On Aug. 16, aft er what the National nual salute to the armed forces. Our Knights when submitting an Action Line. Th is will Everything advertised in this publication shall be were called upon to support the event and allow those who are addressing the concern to made available for purchase, use or patronage without Weather Service deemed the driest July since regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, 1924 (the year record keeping began), the did so in fi ne fashion, despite the inclement clarify the information and respond, if neces- age, marital status, physical handicap, political affi li- skies opened up with more than two inches weather. Master Sgt. Daniel Flores, 21st CES, sary. Not all responses are printed; however, ation or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron. of rain in a 72-hour period. Th is caused a took about two dozen of our fi nest Airmen to if information allows, a response will be ren- Editorial content is edited, prepared and pro- little excitement on base, and our civil en- Cripple Creek to march in its parade honoring dered in another format. vided by the 21st Space Wing Public Affairs Offi ce, gineers once again responded to protect our America’s armed forces. 775 Loring Ave., Suite 218, Peterson AFB, Colo., 80914-1294, (719) 556-4351 or DSN 834-4351, fax infrastructure. We had minor fl ooding in a Th e High Frontier Honor Guard also dis- 21st Space Wing (719) 556-7848 or DSN 834-7848. All photographs are couple of our base facilities and signifi cant tinguished itself by presenting the colors at We are located in 5 countries, crossing 9 Air Force photographs unless otherwise indicated. fl ooding in one of our base houses. I want a memorial dedication following the parade The Space Observer is published every Thursday. time zones, consisting of 6 groups, a director and a three volley gun-salute in memory For advertising inquiries, call Colorado Springs to personally thank all the neighbors that of staff , 41 units at 27 locations. We literally Military Newspapers, (719) 634-5905. Employees pitched in along with our 21st CES, 21st of fallen service members from the Pikes of Peterson Air Force Base who want to place a free cover the world with our operations. Force Support Squadron and Tierra Vista Peak region. Th e Honor Guard did the wing classifi ed advertisement should call 329-5210. The 21st Space Wing provides mis- Articles for the Space Observer should be submit- Communities for stepping up to help a family proud with its fl awless execution during the ted to the 21st SW/PAI, Attn: Space Observer. For in need. Well done. ceremony. sile warning and space control to North submission details call the editor at (719) 556-4351 or American Aerospace Defense Command DSN 834-4351 or e-mail space.observer@peterson. Specifi cally, thanks to Maj. Stacey Anason, Thank you to all the Airmen who took af.mil. Deadline for article submission is noon the civilians Lanny Eller, John Coutee, Donya time to represent the Air Force in the pa- and U.S. Strategic Command through a net- Thursday one week before publication. News brief Green, Tech. Sgts. Christopher Earnest, rade. We are fortunate to live in a commu- work of command and control units and items must be submitted on-line at www.peterson. af.mil and will run on a space available basis. All Derrick Dembowski, Joel Wright, Antonio nity that supports the military and values ground and space-based sensors operated articles, copy and announcements submitted will be DeAvila and Robert Leaman, Staff Sgts. Joms the service our Airmen provide. Following by geographically separated units around edited to conform to AFI Series 35 and the Associated Press Stylebook and Libel Manual. Malapit, Robert Cordova, Donald Ingram, the parade, the Airmen were approached the world. Winning Smiles For Everyone! EXPERIENCED, CARING AND GENTLE Cosmetic Dentistry Supporting our Nation’s Bonding & Veneers Root Canal Therapy Military for over 40 years. Childrens Dentistry Crowns & Bridges Orthodontics Teeth Whitening Oral Surgery Dentures Implants Wisdom Teeth Call today White Fillings for details Porcelain Laminates Gum Care about exciting new military PROVIDER FOR ACTIVE MILITARY DEPENDENTS scholarship opportunities. Personal Dentistry with a Soft Touch for Children, Parents & Grandparents.

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Airman Allen Flom was selected for this week’s First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do each day. PUBLISHER First Knigh Lon P. Matejczyk [email protected] Name: Airman Allen Flom was selected for the Editorial Airman Allen Flom First Knight award for the week of Aug. 21, 2008. This award is designed to rec- Editor U.S. Air Force photo ognize outstanding Airmen each week for Mike Boyd Unit: the work they do each day. [email protected] 21st Security Forces Squadron Sports Reporter Walt Johnson Duty Title: [email protected] ADVERTISING Security Forces Specialist Advertising Director/GM Time in service: Tex Stuart [email protected] 11 months Tammy Fogall Time assigned to unit: [email protected] Heidi Gamer 6 months [email protected] Hometown: Kathleen Gannon [email protected] Gardnerville, Nev. Linda Stuart Hobbies: [email protected] How has joining the Air Force impacted your life? Classifi ed Ad Manager Snowboarding, mountain biking and Heidi Witherington hanging out with friends [email protected] “I am doing something that nobody else I ART DEPARTMENT Favorite music: know has had a chance to do. I consider this the opportunity of a lifetime. To be given Art Director Hard Rock even the possibility to serve my country in Rowdy Tompkins [email protected] Last good movie: the Air Force, like my dad, and work in a law enforcement environment, is like a dream Assistant Production “Hancock” Manager come true.” Jeff Adcox [email protected] Why he was selected for this award: Patrolman. Airman Flom’s thirst for knowledge and “Airman Allen Flom is an exceptionally high-speed devotion to duty has garnered the respect of his peers and sharp Airmen. He exceeds the Air Force and and leadership.” Security Forces standards of dress and appearance as well as job knowledge. He scored a 94.5 percent on his — Senior Master Sgt. Todd Lokey, 21st Security Forces fi rst-ever Standardized Evaluation/Quality Control for Squadron operations superintendent

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Steven Przyzycki Th is year’s conference featured four special U.S. Air Force Academy Band guests and reach out to all musicians in the For more than 50 years, the U.S. Air Force community through clinics and concerts. Academy Band has stood out as one of the Air Th e gala reunion concert at 7 p.m., Aug 8, at Force’s fi nest musical organizations, provid- the Pikes Peak Center featured a mass band ing free concerts in support of AF community comprised of the current personnel in the relations and recruiting. Th e band is proud USAFA Band, as well as alumni from all AF of a great past, rich in tradition, and equally bands worldwide. Th ere was two halves to proud of its current mission success. the concert, one featuring the concert band Commander and Conductor Lt. Col. Larry and orchestra and the other spotlighting a Lang constantly strives to present innovative powerhouse jazz band featuring the USAFA Band’s Falconaires and alumni. programs, as the band embraces the future Colonel Lang invited four musical legends in support of the greatest air and space force to guest conduct at the concert. First and fore- on the planet. Th is month, specifi cally Aug. most is the Dean of America’s wind band 6-9, the past, present and future of all AF conductor, Col. (ret.) Arnald D. Gabriel, who bands converged in Colorado Springs. Th e was once the commander of the United States U.S. Air Force Academy Band hosted the Air Force Band in Washington D.C. from retired Air Force Musicians Association’s 1964 to 1985. Th e current Commander and 2008 Reunion and Conference, entitled “A Conductor of the Air Force Band, Col. Dennis Rocky Mountain Musical High.” Layendecker, will also lead the band as well as Th e AFMA was founded in 1980 and is Col. (ret.) H. 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BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL Th e Missile Defense Agency sponsors the International Bonfi l’s Blood Center sponsors a blood drive 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Programs Security Requirements Course Aug. 19-21 at Aug. 27 at the Bldg. 350 atrium on Peterson Air Force Base. $30OFF ManTech SRS Technologies in Colorado Springs. Th e course For more information, call Tech. Sgt. Michael Venning at A COMPLETE PAIR OF is designed to educate participants in international agree- 556-4116 or Airman 1st Class Jen Ankersmit at 556-5078. GLASSES! 471-1107 ments, basic U.S. legal statutes, Executive Branch Regulations, www.EliteVisionPC.com Department of Defense policies and principles which form Autism Support Group the basis for sharing classifi ed and controlled unclassifi ed Th e Airman and Family Readiness Center hosts an Autism Comprehensive Eye Care information with various groups. Th e course is open to U.S. Parent Support Group meeting 11:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m., Aug. 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Members in need of pharmacy support can visit sitioning from active duty, Reserves, Guard and military the satellite pharmacy at the base exchange/commissary at Mortgages Done Right spouses is from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 21 at Wings Over the Pete East. Th e MDG reopens Sept. 1 for normal business. Rockies Air and Space Museum in Denver. Th e address of the For questions about this closure, call Master Sgt. Darrell Your VA Mortgage Authority museum is 7711 E. Academy Blvd., Hangar 1. Th e event is also Norman at 556-1077. sponsored by President’s National Hire Veterans Committee, the American Legion and the Military Spouse Corporate MDG closure When it’s time to get Your Loan….. Career Network. For more information or to register as a Th e 21st Medical Group is closed from Noon to the end job seeker, visit www.recruitmilitary.com. of the day Aug. 29 for an Air Force Space Command Family Please dial (719) Our-Loan (687-5626) Day. For questions about this closure, call Master Sgt. Darrell Last OPSEC coordinator session Norman at 556-1077. Th e last operations security coordinator critical informa- email us at [email protected] tion list development session is 8-10 a.m. Aug. 21 in Bldg. 350, Tuesday, Sept 16 Room 1252. Coordinators are asked to fi ll in and bring their Spouses club expo LICENSED BONDED & INSURED checklist and commander’s CIL with them to the session. For Exclusively serving Colorado since 1997 more information, call Victor Duckarmenn at 556-1714. Th e Peterson Spouses Club present the Welcome Expo Team Pete Quarterly Award Breakfast 2008 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Peterson Air Force Th e second quarter Team Peterson Awards Breakfast for Base Club. Visitors can browse local vendors, meet other quarterly award winner is 8 a.m. Aug. 21 at the Peterson military spouses, win door prizes, join the Spouses club, Air Force Base Club. Th e cost is $8 for club members; $10 just for starters. Th e event is stroller friendly. Admission is for non-club members. Members interested in attending free, no reservation required. For more information, visit should RSVP by Aug. 16 to Master Sgt. Tony Cormier at www.petersonspousesclub.com. David Prejean Insurance Agency 719-474-4433. Military members should wear their uniform Friday, Sept 26 of the day; civilians should wear their daily work attire. 21 years in the Military Singles Retreat Auto • Multi-Policy Discounts Friday, Aug 22 Home Th e Peterson Chapel sponsors a singles retreat at Quaker • Free Insurance Analysis & Quotes AFSPC headquarters 3A0 forum Ridge Sept. 26-27. Single Airmen (ages 18-30) are invited Life • Active & Retired Military Discounts Th e Air Force Space Command 3A0 career fi eld func- to attend. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, Business tional holds his last Information Management Forum at basketball, volleyball, low ropes course, soccer, hiking, disc 1 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Peterson Club at Peterson Air Force RV’s Contact: golf and archery. Th e cost is $20. To sign up stop by the Off: 719-314-3920 Cell: 719-492-8274 Base, Colo. Forum discussion items include enlisted skills chapel main offi ce. For more information, call Missy Quale Boats Email: [email protected] transformation, air expeditionary force changes, in-garrison at 556-4442. communications squadron structure and more. Members Motor Website: www.farmersagent.com/dprejean Saturday, Sept 27 Homes interested in attending this forum should call Chief Master Sgt. Mercedes Moore at 556-5752. and more We Get You Back Where You Belong! Singles Retreat Tuesday, Aug 26 Th e Peterson Chapel sponsors a singles retreat at Quaker Toastmasters membership drive Ridge Sept. 26-27. Single Airmen (ages 18-30) are invited to attend. Activities include horseback riding, swimming, Th e Peterson Toastmasters group holds a membership basketball, volleyball, low ropes course, soccer, hiking, disc Active Wellness drive 11:35 a.m-12:35 p.m. Aug. 26 in Room One of the base golf and archery. Th e cost is $20. To sign up stop by the chapel. Light refreshments will be available. Come see how chapel main offi ce. For more information, call Missy Quale Toastmasters can help improve communication and leader- Massage Therapy at 556-4442. ship skills. For more information, call Master Sgt. Lillian Carol Hage Sumpter at 554-6809. 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In poor road or visibility situ- ruled by a young girl’s imagination. It is an existence that we get into a vehicle, we’re at risk. Even though you may be ations you need to add at least one second to the equation. mirrors that of her favorite literary character, Alex Rover, a safe driver, the other person you’re sharing the road with If your daily commutes to and from work are the most the world’s greatest adventurer. But Alexandra, the author of may not be. Th is is why you must be a defensive driver in stressful times in your week, you’re probably in the majority. the Rover books, leads a reclusive life in the big city. When order to be a truly safe driver. Traffi c congestion can lead to frustration and poor driv- Nim’s father goes missing from their island, a twist of fate Defensive driving is mainly asking yourself “what if?” ing habits if you allow it. Consider altering your schedule brings her together with Alexandra. Now they must draw whenever you drive. “What if someone runs the red light?” in order to have more time to get where you are going, or courage from their fi ctional hero, Alex Rover, and fi nd “What if the car in the lane beside me suddenly pulls into change your route to avoid the worst congestion. Maybe you strength in one another to conquer Nim’s island. mine?” You must be ready to react to the unexpected. can improve the comfort of your vehicle by adjusting your PG for mild adventure action and brief language. Scanning the road ahead of you for hazards and checking seat to a diff erent position or adding a pillow. Also, try to Leatherheads (PG-13) your mirrors every three to fi ve seconds will heighten your give other drivers a little leeway. We all make unintentional 7 p.m. Saturday, August 23 awareness of what is happening around you. Try to always mistakes when driving, so don’t let your emotions dictate In 1925, Dodge Connolly, a charming, brash football hero, have an escape route in the event you must avoid a hazard; how you drive. is determined to guide his team from bar brawls to packed if that car in the lane beside you does suddenly swerve into Remember to drive safely, watch out for the other person stadiums. But the players lose their sponsor and the entire yours, do you have anywhere to go? If possible, give yourself and keep your emotions in check. It’s no guarantee you league faces certain collapse. Th e captain hopes his latest move space to maneuver in the event someone tries to occupy your won’t be involved in a traffi c accident, but it will signifi cantly will help the struggling sport fi nally capture the country’s driving space without notice. Do I have enough stopping improve your chances of avoiding one. attention. Carter Rutherford, a golden-boy hero, joins the team. Th is new champ is almost too good to be true, and Lexie a pedestrian safety zone. Littleton, a cub journalist aims to prove that’s the case. Traffi c tips for August B. No vehicle shall at any time be driven through or within PG-13 for brief strong language. Colorado Springs Police Department a school crosswalk when a school crosswalk guard indicates prohibition. Shutter, (PG-13) COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — All school districts in Fine: $80 and three points against your driver’s license 7 p.m. Wednesday, August 27 Colorado Springs start their fall semesters this month. It’s Drivers must stop for school buses with red fl ashing lights. A newly married couple discovers disturbing, ghostly time to watch out for kids crossing streets in the crosswalks images in photographs they develop aft er a tragic accident. and school busses stopping to pickup or drop off our city’s Th e driver of a vehicle on any street or highway, upon meeting or overtaking from either direction any school bus which Fearing the manifestations may be connected, they investigate children. and learn that some mysteries are better left unsolved. Speed: School zones are posted at 20 mph. Some school is stopped, shall stop the vehicle before reaching the bus warning lights are fl ashing, and the driver shall not proceed PG-13 for terror, disturbing images, sexual content and zones are marked with fl ashing yellow lights to assist driv- language. ers in slowing down in those areas. Other school zones are until the lights are no longer fl ashing. Also, the driver of a vehicle on a highway with separate marked with the school zone speed limit and the times the Lion King (G) speed limit is in eff ect. roadways does not stop upon meeting or passing a school 1 p.m. Saturday, August 30 Speeding violations in a school zone are double fi nes, $20 bus which is on a diff erent roadway. A highway with separate per each mile an hour over the limit and a mandatory court roadways means a highway that is divided into two or more Street Kings (R) appearance. Did you know that you can’t drive through a roadways by a depressed, raised or painted median or other 7 p.m. Saturday, August 30 crosswalk when pedestrians are in the crosswalk and the intervening space serving as a clearly indicated dividing Tom Ludlow sets out on a quest to discover the killers crosswalk guard indicates prohibition? You have to wait section or island. of his former partner, Detective Terrance Washington. until the crossing guard gets back on the sidewalk before Fine: Mandatory court and six points against your driver’s Ludlow teams up with a young robbery-homicide detective you can proceed. license. to track Washington’s killers through the diverse com- Driving through Safety Zone prohibited Be careful in the school zones so we can keep our kids munities of Los Angeles. A. No vehicle shall at any time be driven through or within safe. R for strong violence and pervasive language.

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Not available on SRT, Diesel vehicles, Sprinter, Ram Chassis Cab, and certain fl eet vehicles. Chrysler, Jeep and Stow ‘N Go are registered trademarks of Chrysler LLC. SPACE OBSERVER 14 Thursday, August 21, 2008 www.peterson.af.mil PAA version ‘3.0’ offers enhanced features WASHINGTON — Version 3.0 of the PAA_SCREEN_SHOTS_B.pdf Performance Appraisal Application, or See this site to view new features ‘PAA,’ is scheduled to launch this month that make creating a performance plan — in time for the 2008 evaluation process easier: http://www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/ and 2009 planning. Th e tool’s modifi ca- docs/PAA_SCREEN_SHOTS_D.pdf tions and enhanced features include: See this site to view how messages A new look and feel, with tabs that are sent via a robust e-mail program POW/MIA remembrance week display key tasks in the order they are (versus internal notifi cations): http:// performed. For example, there are tabs www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/docs/PAA_ POW/MIA reveille information, posters and other items can be for Plan, Interim Review and Appraisal. SCREEN_SHOTS_C.pdf Reveille sounds at 7 a.m. Sept. 15 in re- found there. For more information on this, Assessment by Job Objective that Prior to making version 3.0 enhance- membrance of Prisoner of War/Missing call Master Sgt. David Pesch at 556-7568. allows employees and rating offi cials to ments, the Department of Defense reviewed in Action Day at Peterson Air Force Base, POW/MIA retreat enter up to 2,000 characters for each as- the lessons learned from PAA versions 1.0 Colo. For more information, call Master sessment by job objective. and 2.0 and sought the opinions of users, Sgt. David Pesch at 556-7568. A Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Improved copy and paste func- novice to expert, from each component. retreat is 9 a.m. Sept. 18 at the Peterson tionality that correctly converts most “During version 3.0 workshops, we ad- POW/MIA ‘Operation Gate Air Force Base museum in Colorado. For MS Word format characters, such as opted 37 recommendations for improved more information, call Master Sgt. David carriage returns and quotes. functionality,” said Brad Bunn, pro- Guard’ Pesch at 556-7568. An improved character counter gram executive offi cer, National Security Operation Gate Guard, including mem- that provides a more accurate count of Personnel System. “Th e DoD is committed bers of the Prisoner of War/Missing in POW/MIA 24-hour run the number of characters entered or to making the PAA a user-friendly applica- Action Committee and Lions Club, will A Prisoner of War/Missing in Action pasted. tion. Ongoing feedback from managers, distribute literature at Peterson Air Force 24-hour remembrance run begins at 9:15 An enhanced email notifi cation supervisors, employees, and the human Base gates beginning at 6:15 a.m. Sept. 16 a.m. Sept. 18 at the Peterson Air Force process that provides employees, rating resources community has really guided in Colorado. For more information, call Base museum in Colorado. For more in- offi cials and higher level reviewers status the process.” Master Sgt. David Pesch at 556-7568. formation, call Master Sgt. David Pesch information within the email. Sharon Stewart, acting director of the at 556-7568. Easy and standardized approvals Defense Civilian Personnel Management POW/MIA candle light vigil and acknowledgement processes for es- Service agreed. A candle light vigil is held for members POW/MIA Remembrance tablishing plans and conducting Interim “We collect a great deal of information who were Prisoners of War and Missing in Ceremony Reviews and Appraisals. from our user satisfaction surveys that Action at 7 a.m. Sept. 16 at the Peterson Air A Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Th e ability to copy plans from helps us continually identify improvement Force Base chapel in Colorado. For more remembrance ceremony is 9 a.m. Sept. 19 year to year. areas,” she said. “Employee comments are information, call Master Sgt. David Pesch at the Peterson Air Force Base chapel. Th e A Track Progress page that lets invaluable in updating the tool and in help- at 556-7568. ceremony begins directly aft er the 24-hour you know where you are in the process. ing to develop critical support for the per- remembrance run concludes with the post- Several screen shots provide you with an formance appraisal process.” POW/MIA information at BX ing of the POW/MIA fl ag. Guest speaker for early look at some of the new, user-friendly Two more rounds of enhancements to An informational table on the Prisoner the event is Tech. Sgt. (ret.) Charles Blaney, features of PAA v3.0: PAA version 3.0 are planned for fall and of War/Missing in Action remembrance who was shot down and taken prisoner dur- See this site on how the tabbed winter 2008. Some of these changes in- is available Sept. 17 at the Peterson Air ing World War II. For more information, format makes the tool easier to use: clude a multi-tiered correction process Force Base, base exchange. POW/MIA call Master Sgt. David Pesch at 556-7568. http://www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/docs/ and a feature for employees known as “My PAA_SCREEN_SHOTS_A.pdf Journal.” Ongoing and increased training See this site to understand how eff orts and communications will keep the NSPS has expanded the self assess- workforce informed of system changes. Medical/temporary retirees now ments portion of the tool: http:// For more information, visit www.cpms. www.cpms.osd.mil/nsps/docs/ osd.mil/nsps/. eligible for CRSC payments By Master Sgt. Kat Bailey and can reassess a claim based on the new Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs eligibility factors.” RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas In determining eligibility, retired — Former Airmen receiving military re- members should answer the following tired pay who served less than 20 years questions: may now be eligible to receive Air Force Am I receiving retired pay? Combat-Related Special Compensation. Do I have a compensable VA dis- CRSC is part of a legislative initiative ability of 10 percent or higher? designed to restore a veteran’s military Is my retired pay reduced by VA retirement pay that has been reduced by disability payments? U.S. Government graphic Veterans’ Aff airs compensation of at least “If you answered ‘yes’ to those ques- 10 percent when the veteran’s disabilities tions and have not submitted your CRSC are combat-related. claim, you should do so,” Mr. Castro said. The 2008 National Defense “Th e money is tax-free and could help pay Military life is stressful enough. Authorization Act, signed into law Jan. medical expenses or improve your quality 28, expanded eligibility requirements for of life.” Going to the dentist doesn’t the CRSC program to include Medical Although CRSC specifi cally addresses Chapter 61, Temporary Early Retirement “combat-related” disabilities incurred from need to be. 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in attendance, voicing their concerns about Assessment Team) were open to the com- Mr. Doboga said there would be challenges what seems to be endless additional work at mander’s problems and concerns and that if Headquarters Air Force doesn’t work to Time: the wing, group and squadron levels. helped the discussion with the team.” lower the amount of additional work placed Capt. Chad Wright, 21st Force Support And Mr. Doboga agreed, pointing out on an Air Force at war for more than 17 From page 1 Squadron Manpower and Personnel Flight the good cross talk between the three years. chief and coordinator of the team’s visit, said installations. Th e team’s mission takes them from U.S. BLSDM is an initiative which consolidates he believed commanders are hopeful for a “Peterson, Schriever and Buckley each had Air Force Europe installations, through the military personnel from a commander’s solution, but only time would tell. great inputs,” Mr. Doboga said. “Great ideas continental U.S. and on to the Pacifi c Rim. support staff into the 21st FSS’s Military “Based on the turnout during the town were thrown out to help fi x this problem. All Many of the Air Force’s major commands are Personnel Section. hall meeting, I think the commanders were in all, we’ve got the right perspective to ensure represented, giving a snap shot of diversity of So what’s the solution? Leadership from open to what was presented as well as the ... we stay engaged with leadership to make sure AF installations throughout the service. three local Colorado installations, including team and their openness with commanders,” we don’t fail. Visiting here has validated a lot A report on the group’s fi ndings will be Peterson, Schriever and Buckley AFBs, were Captain Wright said. “(Th e Airmen’s Time of things we’ve seen around the Air Force.” available at a date to be determined.

years old,” Chief McKinley said. “We have great professionals working revision to allow a more comfortable fi t. “Other countries are stepping up to new Air Force acquisitions to meet all our re- “We owe it to every Airman in the Air McKinley: technologies” in their aircraft , he said. “We quirements,” he said. “I have tremendous Force to do the (quality assurance) to ensure have to focus on the current war, but at the faith in the experts we have working this when you buy a uniform off the shelf, we have From page 10 same time plan for the next one.” program.” it right,” the chief said. Chief McKinley said he does not expect to Additionally, a great amount of research As for the Air Force physical training test, Force requires being a cut above the rest. see additional personnel cuts to pay for the and eff ort is being spent to determine the best the chief said. Th e chief cited superior recruiting pro- continued modernization of the fl eet. way to acquire new tanker aircraft . “Be fi t! Know when to push away from the grams, basic training, technical schools and “We didn’t really benefi t from the gains of “Some of our tankers are over 50 years table,” he said. First Term Airman Centers as being pivotal current force-shaping cutbacks because of old,” Chief McKinley SAID. Chief McKinley also stressed the impor- to developing Airmen and allowing them to skyrocketing fuel costs and other factors,” Th e chief also opened the fl oor to ques- tance of integrity and honesty during the meet their full potential. But according to he said. “Better acquisition processes and tions from the estimated 800 Airmen pres- testing process and indicated that maintain- the chief, it can’t stop there. use of resources will be key to continued ent. Questions included Airman Battle ing a healthy lifestyle is important for all Airmen must ensure they continue to em- recapitalization,” he added. Uniform and physical training uniform Airmen. phasize the service’s core values in everything A fi fth focus is on acquisition process concerns, PT test issues, and “What does As for advice on becoming the Air Force’s they do. Th e great things learned in BMT improvement it take to be the chief master sergeant of top enlisted Airman, “It was never my goal must remain throughout each Airman’s ca- “It is important that the Air Force be re- the Air Force?” to be the chief master sergeant of the Air reer. Every Airman must also focus on his sponsible with taxpayer’s money,” the chief Chief McKinley said we can expect a lighter Force,” he said. “I was a crew chief doing or her technical expertise and do the best said, explaining that many people are steadily version of the ABU to be available in summer my job. I became a fi rst sergeant because I jobs possible. working to determine exactly how many new 2009. He also indicated eff orts are already want to take care of people. I have always A fourth focus is modernizing Air Force F-22 Raptor and F-35 Lightning II fi ghter air- underway to ensure a better consistency of concentrated on doing the best job I can, equipment. craft and C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft coloration for the ABU. whatever the job was, and let leadership de- “Th e average age of Air Force aircraft is 24 the Air Force needs. Th e chief said the PT uniform is under cide where I go next.”

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Visit the Space Observer online at www.csmng.com SPACE OBSERVER 16 Thursday, August 21, 2008 www.peterson.af.mil Local retiree part of rare marathon running group By Walt Johnson learned its getting bit by the running bug. It’s tough when CSMNG you just start out, but then you get addicted to running. It Clyde Landry is proud of his role in the history of the gets into your blood, and you get to where you enjoy it so United States Air Force. As a military retiree, Mr. Landry much, and you have this feeling of satisfaction when you can proudly point to his service as a key element to the suc- fi nish your run.” cess of the Air Force’s 60 year existence. Th e Air Force retiree did not set his sights initially on One other thing Mr. Landry can be proud of is the fact running the Air Force Marathon. When he began running, that he’s one of only 55 people who have participated in there was no such thing as the Air Force marathon. Th e every Air Force marathon ever run, And this year he plans Marines Corps however has a prestigious marathon it has on continuing his streak, which started nine years ago with run for the past 32 years in Virginia, and Mr. Landry set the fi rst ever marathon in Ohio. his sights on running it. This year the 12th annual U.S. Air Force Marathon However, Mr. Landry never got around to running the takes place Sept. 20 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Marine race due to time and location hang-ups over the years. Ohio, and Mr. Landry will be there at the starting line So, when the Air Force began its marathon, Mr. Landry was ready to run the challenging event. The marathon events quick to sign up and participate in the event even though he include the 26-mile marathon, a wheelchair marathon, had retired prior to it being established. Running a military a half marathon, an individual 10K, and a team 10K. In marathon was a dream come true for Mr. Landry, because he addition, a 5K race will take place on Sept. 19 at Wright was never able to make it to the Marine marathon, though State University. he still hasn’t given up on the idea of running one in the Mr. Landry isn’t the kind of athlete that has been partici- future. pating in sports since he was a young man. In fact he wasn’t “I still haven’t run a Marine Corps Marathon but I hope much of a sports player at all prior to his 37th birthday. to one day,” Mr. Landry said. “I always wished prior to the It took an event that happened while he was fulfi lling his Air Force having its own marathon that the Air Force would fi tness obligation to the Air Force to get Mr. Landry to the have one. When the Air Force held its fi rst marathon in point he is in life today. conjunction with the Air Force’s 50th anniversary, I said, “Th at was back when we had to run the mile and a half ‘I have to do the Air Force marathon.’ I went to the fi rst Air fi tness test for the Air Force every year,” Mr. Landry said. Force marathon, and aft er that I knew I wanted to do another “In 1983, I ran my mile and a half and felt so bad aft er- one and I have been doing it every year since.” ward. I remember running home and collapsing on the Mr. Landry and the 54 other runners who have participated bed and saying to myself, ‘Th ere has to be an easier way in all the Air Force Marathons got to wear special bibs at to do this than trying to run it once a year.’ So I started last year’s marathon that recognized their accomplishment. walking or running a mile a day four times a week. I was Mr. Landry said he’s proud of his membership in such a able to build up to the point that, two years later, I was unique club. running fi ve miles and I remember saying, ‘Wow, what “I feel good about being one of the few that have run all an accomplishment’.” the Air Force marathons,” he said. “I feel it is truly an ac- Once he began running to get in shape for the fi tness test, complishment to have done all the marathons. Th e thing it opened his eyes to why running is so popular, Mr. Landry is, no one can enter the group of 55. Th e group can only said. He knew people could run long distances comfortably, get smaller.” Courtesy photo so his goal was to run the mile and a half, which he says Mr. Landry said he had a goal to run one marathon a year Clyde Landry shows his medallion from his fi rst Air Force Marathon re- doesn’t seem like that long of a distance to him now. Aft er until he was 60 years old. He only missed one year not run- cently at Peterson. he started running, Mr. Landry said he realized the percep- ning a marathon, 1993, when he retired from the Air Force. tion he had of runners was far from reality. Now that he is 61 years old and has run 30 marathons in “I’ve already reached my goal of running until I am 60, so “I used to drive around before I was a runner, see people the past 20 years, he has revised his goals just a bit. With I have changed that to running until I am 70,” he said. “A running and say, ‘Th ose people must not have a life,’“ he the help of his wife Jean, who he says is with him at every couple of months ago, a guy in London ran a marathon at said. “I thought they must not because they didn’t have race and volunteers at other races, he plans to make history 100 years old, so now my goal is to beat his record and run anything else to do if they have time to go running. Th en I one day. when I am 101 years old.”

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