Base BriefsShare your story through PA

Do you have good news you want to share with your family back home? Let the 50th Space Wing Public Aff airs Offi ce help you take advantage of the Hometown News Release program.

Th e program provides news releases to civilian newspapers in areas where servicemembers have hometown ties. Airmen can proudly share accomplish-ments, such as promotions and awards, with their hometown.

To submit a hometown news release, fi ll out Department of Defense Form 2266, Information and Hometown News Release, and submit it to the PA offi ce in the DeKok Buidling, Room 316.

For more information, contact the 50th PA offi ce at 567-5040.

You can also share your story with the Schriever and Air Force audience. If your squadron has done something remarkable, or you know an Airman who has overcome adversity, has out-standing accomplishments, or just has a story that needs to be told, Public Aff airs can help you share your story.

For more information or to submit a story idea, contact Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez of the 50th PA offi ce at 567-5046.

Speakers wantedDo you like to speak in public? Are

you looking to support your commu-nity in a special way? Th e Speakers Bureau can be a great way to do both! Th e 50th Space Wing Public Aff airs Offi ce is recruiting civilian and military volunteers to speak at local schools, col-leges, veterans meeting and more.

Topic of speech can extend beyond your career fi eld, and can also include your life, military experiences and trav-el. Speakers will also have the chance to speak at events such as Veteran’s Day, Memorial Day and Independence Day. Meetings will be held to give tips on speaking in public, practice sessions, as well as briefi ngs on upcoming events.

For more information, contact the 50th PA offi ce at 567-5044.

Outdoor recreation closed Feb. 29

Schriever’s Outdoor Recreation Offi ce will be closed starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 29 for inventory.

For more information, contact the 50th Services Division at 567-3588.

Guardian challenge mascot tryouts to take place

Th e 50th Space Wing will hold tryouts for General William Jackson Palmer for the 2008 Guardian Challenge.

General duties include motivating the crowd at various events and will be from March 5 through May 16.

For more information, contact Lt. Col. Jim Denbow of the 4th Space Operations Squadron at 567-4183.

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SCHRIEVERCHRIEVER SENTINELENTINELTh ursday February 28, 2007 www.csmng.com Vol. 2 No. 9

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By Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez50th Space Wing Public Affairs

When it comes to deploying Airmen to fi ght the Global War on Terror, Schriever is doing its part to ensure they’re ready when they are called upon to serve.

“Deployments are critical to our mission at Schriever,” said Jim Freshwater, Schriever’s installation deployment offi cer. “In 2007, the base deployed about 330 Airmen to 54 dif-ferent locations.”

A twice-a-month deployment processing line began in January with the aim of keeping

Schriever’s deployment processes effi cient. Th e processing lines are designed to provide a centralized processing area for Schriever Airmen who have been tasked to deploy real-world, Mr. Freshwater said.

“It requires all of us to ensure those who deploy are ready, their families are cared for and their job is being carried on while they are deployed,” Mr. Freshwater said.

Once the Installation Deployment Readiness Cell receives a deployment tasking, the IDO makes plans and preparations. He then notifi es the Unit Deployment Managers

to distribute the information specifi c to the deployment. Th e deployment processing line is one way in which the IDRC and the Military Personnel Element handles a large number of deployments at one time.

Th e deployment line takes place in a facility whose size allows large groups of Airmen to process. Approximately 40 Airmen can be processed in about two hours, Mr. Freshwater said.

“Th is line is for real-world deployments and provides a one-stop shop where an Airman can complete many actions on

their out-processing checklist,” Mr. Freshwater said. Examples include wills and immunizations.

Col. Terry Djuric, 50th Space Wing com-mander, recently took part in a deployment exercise that simulated the real-world de-ployment processing line. She said the presi-dent’s State of the Union address reaffi rmed the purpose for fi ghting the Global War on Terror. She also cited the patience, profes-sionalism and patriotism of the Airmen who accomplish the mission.

Mr. Freshwater said the local exercises al-low him to make ongoing improvements to the deployment line process. One improve-ment he’s implemented allows Airmen to make processing line appointments through the base SharePoint Web site. Th is allows personnel working on the line to be bet-ter prepared for the individuals who will process.

“It’s truly a team eff ort between the IDRC, the MPE and several other base agencies pulling together to deploy our Airmen,” he said.

Th e next real-world deployment line will be at 1 p.m. Feb. 28 in the Secure Area Logistics Facility for Air Expeditionary Forces 3/4.

Processing line prepares Airmen to deploy

Senior Airman Peter Chavez looks over paperwork Airman 1st Class Jeff McClung gives him during a recent de-ployment processing line exercise. Airman Chavez is assigned to the 50th Space Communications Squadron and Airman McClung is assigned to the 50th Space Wing Judge Advocate Offi ce.

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Martinez

By Senior Airman Tong Duong379th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFPN) — A top-level government offi cial sends a Top Secret e-mail routed through numerous intercon-nected computer networks from 30,000 feet, confi dent as she does so that the message will reach its intended audience without inter-ruption or risk.

Every day, our nation’s leaders transverse the globe to conduct mission-critical opera-tions. When they require secure communi-cations during fl ight, a team known as the Vipers provides that support.

“Some aircraft don’t have the defensive communication capabilities necessary for high-threat areas,” said Tech. Sgt. Charles Brown, a 379th Expeditionary Communications Squadron satellite com-munications maintenance mobile viper team member. “The Viper system allows DVs to maintain communication with the world when they travel throughout an area such as the Middle East and Persian Gulf region, no matter what aircraft they travel in.”

According to Sergeant Brown, who is de-ployed from the 50th Space Communications Squadron at Schriever Air Force Base, Colo., the Mobile Viper System is a roll-on com-munications package that deploys in support of the U.S. Central Command commander and designated high level distinguished visi-tors. Th e system typically deploys with two communication systems operators, three primary system cases and two ancillary cases.

Together, this provides DVs with secure and non-secure data and voice capabil-

ity and access to secure and non-secure internet protocol router networks during f light.

“When we are tasked for an assignment, we roll our system onto the aircraft , install it and operate it for the duration of the mission,” Sergeant Brown said. “We are like a mini communications squadron because we run their cables and make sure their computers can access the Internet.”

Staff Sgt. Roland Bazan, a 379th ECS Mobile Viper Team tech controller de-ployed from Lackland Air Force Base, Texas said, some of the unique aspects of his job include traveling and meeting people.

“Getting to travel the region and seeing

Vipers secure communication for distinguished visitors

Tech Sgt. Paul Hagood monitors a Mobile Viper System while on a C-17 Globemaster on an air base here Feb 19. Sergeant Hagood can monitor the aircraft position, signal strength, and equipment status. He is deployed to the 379th Expeditionary Communications Squadron from the 50th Space Communications Squadron at Schriever Air Force Base.

U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Johnny L. Saldivar

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Commentary by Lt. Col. Michael Hoversten

50th Space Wing Staff Judge Advocate

Take care of your people! New leaders oft en receive this bit of advice. For the military leader, taking care of people includes the maintenance of good order and discipline. Good order and discipline is vital to an eff ective military force — an undisciplined military force is a losing military force.

Maintaining discipline sometimes calls for a supervisor or commander to intercede and advocate for the best interests of their troop. Other times, maintaining discipline includes the

imposition of administrative censures or even non-judicial punishment or court-martial.

When criminal allegations arise, military members, supervisors and commanders must cooperate fully with those charged to investi-gate the allegations. Air Force investigators are motivated to discover the truth behind an al-legation, and they do a great job of it. Th ey are not looking to simply uncover incriminating evidence against an individual; rather, they are looking to discover the truth. Oft en, the truth includes exonerating one or more suspects. Military investigators scrupulously stay within the boundaries of Constitutional protections

and frequently obtain legal advice throughout the investigation process.

Someone who needs legal advice because he is accused of violating military law should seek out or be directed to the Area Defense Counsel. No one but ADC can legitimately issue unbiased, independent advice to an Airman suspected of wrongdoing. ADC’s sole mission is to advocate for the benefi t of its clients. Only the best of the best are assigned as ADCs and they do a superb job of defending their clients. No one other than

Military justice maintains vital orderCOMMENTARY

Commentary by Maj. Gen. Wendell Griffi nU.S. Air Force Chief of Safety

WASHINGTON, D.C. — While the winter months can be an exciting time of year, they can also be extremely dangerous. Twenty Airmen lost their lives from December 2006-March 2007, and as a result, the lives of their families will never be the same!

Winter not only brings low temperatures, fewer hours of daylight, and slippery road conditions; it brings countless circumstances that can have a negative impact on all Airmen. By emphasizing the use of personal risk management in assessing the en-vironment for risk, considering the options to limit risk, and taking appropriate action, we can increase the odds of an accident-free winter season.

Each year, we see examples of Airmen making poor decisions that cost their lives or the lives of others. Being in a hurry, drinking and driving, not wearing seat belts, not driving to the road condi-tions, and poor planning are oft en contributing factors in fatalities. Before traveling, ensure your vehicle is in good mechanical condition, map out your route, know the weather, and get plenty of sleep.

Let’s not forget that when traveling, temperatures can go from 70 degrees to freezing in a matter of hours — prepare for the conditions.

During winter recreational activities, make sure you have the proper equipment for the activity and don’t exceed your limits. Don’t take chances — fol-low your instincts. When things don’t seem right — they’re probably not!

Use sound fi re-prevention measures. Ensure sea-sonal decorations, electrical lighting, and smoke detectors are in good condition, and that fi re extin-guishers are readily available. Have your fi replace and furnace inspected before use. By preparing your home in advance for winter and observing safety precautions, you can reduce the risk of potential life-threatening situations.

Leaders and supervisors at all levels should get involved and “set the conditions” to ensure their Airmen fully understand the risks of winter and implement the proactive measures necessary for success. To sum it up — remain vigilant, don’t drink and drive, be prepared for emergencies, and above all else, maintain your situational awareness!

Please be safe this winter!

Air Force Safety chief shares winter tips

Cover art for the Vol. 1, Issue 1 of Wingman Magazine — the magazine is available on the Air Force Safety Center’s Web site at www.afsafety.af.mil/SEMM/wingman.shtml.

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By Randy Saunders50th Space Wing Historian

“No comm, no bomb!” Anyone who’s been around the Air Force for a while has almost certainly heard that acclamation from communications specialists express-ing their proud involvement in wartime operations. Moreover, when you think about the com-ment, it rings true — communications and information management have played key roles in military victo-ries, and their misuse or absence has oft en led to defeat.

At the 50th Space Wing, the ingredients of communications and information management are even more vital. Our communications links: the Air Force Satellite Control Network, GPS monitor stations and our wired communications systems, combine with the space systems the 50th SW operates to accomplish the mission. Th is infrastructure is operated, managed, and maintained by 50th NOG’s men and women — military, civilian and contractor.

Th e group was fi rst activated in 1965 as the 1879th Communications Squadron at Nha Trang Airport, South Vietnam. It spent the fi rst six years of its existence supporting combat operations in Southeast Asia, earn-ing 14 campaign streamers, two Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm awards and seven Air Force Outstanding Unit Awards with combat “V” devices. Th ese awards have contributed to the 50th NOG’s position as the wing’s most decorated unit.

Aft er Vietnam, the group moved to Richards-Gebaur Air Force Base, Mo., where it served as a component of the Tactical Communications Division. Reassigned to the Space Communications Division in 1982, the squadron was renamed the 1879th Information Systems Squadron

and moved to Falcon Air Force Station in October 1985. Another name change in 1986 returned the unit to its original designation.

As the 2nd SW continued to adopt new missions, the need for a group-level communications organization led to the redesignation of the 1879th Communications

Squadron as the 1879th Communications Group in

1989. One year later, the group was relieved of assignment to the Space Communications Division

and assigned directly to the 2nd Space Wing, inactivat-ing with the 2nd SW Jan. 30, 1992, when the 50th SW activated at Falcon AFB.

As the 50th SW developed and implemented the

chief of staff ’s standardized wing structure, leaders

sought exceptions to policy because

the chief of staff ’s standard structure did

not well match the needs of space units, especially

the 50th SW. Between 1992 and 1997, wing leaders and Air Force Space

Command offi cials sought various ways to refi ne and optimize the communications organi-

zation structure at Schriever AFB. In 1997, the 1879th Communications Group returned to active duty as the 50th Communications Group. Th e group’s distinguished history and numerous awards contributed signifi cantly to the Air Force decision to continue this organization’s lineage.

From 1997 to 2002, the 50th Space Wing continued to search for the most effi cient organizational structure to meet the demands of the AFSCN, its remote tracking sta-

tions and base communications and computer infrastruc-ture. As the wing experimented with various constructs, the 50th Communications Group inactivated in 2002.

In October 2003, the wing began implementing another communications organization construct. Th is multi-year realignment of units and responsibilities brought the 50th Communications Group back to life in June 2003 and ultimately led to its redesignation as the 50th Network Operations Group in March 2004 — a name that accu-rately depicted its true nature as a tactical group rather than one performing a mainly supporting role. Today, the 50th NOG, under the command of Col. Robert Skinner, oversees four squadrons, two installations and numerous detachments around the globe.

“No comm, no bomb” is true — no organization can eff ectively function without good communications and information management. At the 50th SW, the commu-nications and information management operations of the 50th NOG, especially the operations of the AFSCN, are vital to mission accomplishment.

50th Network Operations GroupThe 50th Network Operations Group is a component of the 50th Space Wing, Schriever Air Force Base, Colo. It was activated as the 50th Communications Group Dec. 1, 1997.

Mission50th NOG is the single focal point for operating and maintaining the $8.2 billion Air Force Satellite Control Network and all 50th SW communications and computer systems (C-CS). The group provides assured access to space by allowing space operators to command and control satellites around the world through the AFSCN. The group plans, programs, integrates, operates and maintains command and control and common-user C-CS in support of U.S. Strategic Command, Space Innovation and Development Center, 21st SW and 50th SW missions. The group is responsible for command-sponsored and base C-CS and mission systems for satellite command and control that are confi guration-managed by Air Force Space Command’s Space and Missile Systems Center.

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By Staff Sgt. Monique RandolphSecretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

ORLANDO, Fla. (AFPN) — Air Force major command commanders spoke to Airmen, Air Force Association mem-bers and other attendees about the challenges facing their organizations during the AFA’s 24th annual Air Warfare Symposium and Technology Exposition held here Feb. 21and 22.

Driving home the urgent need to recapitalize the Air Force’s aging fl eet of aircraft and space systems, commanders outlined the eff ects that operating decades-old equipment has had on the ability of their commands’ Airmen to perform their various missions.

“We are part of a team that supports federal agencies to make sure your families are protected,” said Gen. Victor E. Renuart Jr., commander of North American Aerospace Defense Command and U.S. Northern Command at Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. “Some countries are developing and moving rapidly toward a fi ft h-generation capability, whether it’s surface-to-air defense or air-to-air capability in their fi ghters. Do we know if they will be enemies or friends? Th e future is uncertain. But can we aff ord to lag behind them and wait and see? I think not.

“Th e terrorist threats we see today are the same threats we will see for some time in the future,” he continued. “If we don’t anticipate where the next threat may come from, and if we don’t begin to pull together air and space power and cyber capability, we’re not doing our job to protect the American people.”

Gen. Carrol H. “Howie” Chandler, commander of Pacifi c Air Forces at Hickam AFB, Hawaii, briefed the audience about organizational changes within PACAF. Among those changes are the creation of the 36th Contingency Response Group at Andersen AFB, Guam, a group of assets organized under a single commander that can rapidly deploy any-where theater-wide to set up an airfi eld. Also, plans continue to beddown the Global Hawk unmanned aerial vehicle at Andersen beginning in 2009.

General Chandler also spoke about the need to modernize the tanker fl eet at Hickam which ranges in age from 44 to 51 years old. Th ese tankers provide the air bridge necessary to move cargo and fi ghter assets throughout the Pacifi c.

“I know I’m preaching to the choir, but I’ll say again as I’ve said before, it’s time to modernize the fl eet. And in suffi cient numbers to do it as quickly as possible,” he said.

Aircraft aren’t the only Air Force assets in urgent need of recapitalization. U.S. Space Command is also challenged with using aging space systems to provide essential capabili-ties for the Air Force.

Would-be adversaries know how the U.S. uses space in its warfi ghting capabilities, and understand how challenging the Air Force on that front can provide a way to contend with American air power, said Gen. C. Robert Kehler, commander of Air Force Space Command at Peterson AFB.

General Kehler cited jamming attempts of American global positioning systems by foreign governments, and the use of an anti-satellite weapon by the Chinese last year as examples of developing threats for which the U.S. must be prepared.

“Space power has helped shape the American approach to warfare; it gives our warfi ghters a precise advantage,” General Kehler said. “Without space, military operations would be far less precise, focused, timely, coordinated and effi cient, and far more costly.”

While the Air Force has made and is making strides to develop new systems and extend the life of existing systems, there is still a need for a new way of developing and deploy-ing space capabilities, the general said.

Gen. Kevin P. Chilton, commander of U.S. Strategic Command at Off utt AFB, Neb., spoke of the need to reen-ergize the Air Force’s nuclear capabilities. With nearly all the Airmen with experience in nuclear programs retired, and a waning focus on the nuclear mission since the end of the Cold War, nuclear capability is fast deteriorating.

“Today and in the future, we need a credible nuclear de-terrent in the U.S.,” General Chilton said. “We also need people with the expertise to build, maintain and use them in a deterrent scenario. We need infrastructure to support that weapons system. And the warfi ghters need the tools to do the assigned missions; the weapons and delivery systems to pose a credible deterrent for our adversaries.”

Rounding out the conference, Generals John D.W. Corley, Arthur W. Lichte, Bruce Carlson and William R. Looney spoke to conference attendees on the second day.

General Corley, commander of Air Combat Command, spoke about the importance of maintaining air dominance and learning from previous confl icts and wars.

“Our ability to provide global vigilance, reach and power is predicated on the continued ability to own the skies,” he said. “Our ability to achieve air dominance depends on overmatch in both capability and capacity. We must pos-

sess and maintain overmatch, and today that’s becoming increasingly at risk.”

Over the years, rivals have come to challenge the Air Force’s capabilities, General Corley said. Decades-old fi ghters are overmatched by newer operational fi ghters being exploited by potential adversaries.

General Lichte echoed those concerns for Air Mobility Command aircraft .

“Th e size of the fl eet and force are decreasing, but airlift requirements continue an upward trend,” said the AMC commander.

Th e general compared the current operations tempo to that of the Berlin Airlift , the largest humanitarian airlift eff ort in Air Force history. During the Berlin Airlift , aircraft in Berlin were taking off and landing every 90 seconds. Today, aircraft around the Air Force are conducting operations at a similar pace; every 82 seconds an AMC aircraft is taking off or landing somewhere in the world, General Lichte said.

“Since we started the Global War on Terror, our man-power has gone down some six percent, and we’re doing this with some tired aircraft as well,” he said. “Th e mobility air forces have just short of 500 KC-135s, and we operate the oldest heavy airframes in the U.S. (compared to civil-ian industry). We should be thinking about moving these aircraft through our fl eet at a much quicker pace so we can gain effi ciencies.”

General Looney, commander of Air Education and Training Command, wrapped up the symposium with a speech on the state of Air Force education and training. He pointed out that AETC is meeting recruiting goals while maintaining high standards, and discussed improvements in training and educational programs.

Air Force offi cials are working toward off ering scholarships for Reserve Offi cer Training Corps cadets interested in enter-ing medical career fi elds. Th ey are also extending combat skills training for basic trainees beginning in October, and expanding survival evasion resistance escape training to more career fi elds.

Additionally, in fi scal 2010, Common Battlefi eld Airman Training will be available for Airmen in certain career fi elds that require additional combat skills training for operations outside the wire at deployed locations.

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VANDENBERG AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. — Editor’s Note: Th is is part three of a three-part series about the success of a Vandenberg Airman’s longtime battle with alcohol and his life changing experience aft er receiving a Driving Under the Infl uence charge. Part one covered the Airman’s history of alcohol abuse and how that led to his eventual arrest. Part two covered his realization that his lifestyle would lead to an early death.

Part III: A New LeafAbout six months to a year into his

recovery, Senior Airman Trey Lewis felt like he may be able to take his ex-perience and help persuade others to make the smart decision when their time came.

“It took me a little while before I fi gured I wouldn’t come off as a total hypocrite,” he said. “You can’t just walk in a couple weeks aft er getting a DUI and tell people they shouldn’t drink and drive. Nobody is going to take that guy seriously.”

Th e 30th Space Wing Public Aff airs photographer started to help out at lo-cal shelters and started speaking about his experience to large groups. Aft er a while, he decided to talk to the very group he was a part of when he got his DUI. He returned to First Term Airman’s Center to talk about what happened to him.

“I thought it was a great opportunity to talk to these Airmen in this setting,” he said. “Th ese Airmen are brand new in the Air Force and are looking to meet new people and learn what there is to do around their base. I started to think this may be a perfect time to interface with them before they made the same mistake I made.”

He began volunteering on and off base — and speak-ing at commander’s calls and safety briefings, said Senior Master Sgt. Russell Howell, Airman Lewis’ then first sergeant.

“Before long, the wing leadership was no longer talking about the ‘DUI in the comm squadron’ but, instead, com-

menting on this ‘squared-away’ Airman,” Sergeant Howell said. “What a diff erence!”

In October 2007, Airman Lewis made perhaps his biggest move to help others in desperate need. With special permis-sion from his fi rst sergeant, he moved into the Hope House, a sober-living house primarily for former prison inmates

transitioning back to civilian life, to be its manager. Th ere he’s in charge of making sure everyone makes a clean transition and stays out of trouble — including everything from assigning chores to ordering random urinalysis.

But not every story has a happy ending.

“I had to kick two people out last week,” he said. “It’s really hard to take these people in and see some of them not make it. We do everything we can for them, though.”

Th at includes being a shoulder to lean on during times of need.

“I’m not a counselor or anything,” he added. “But sometimes it helps them out to just sit and listen.”

Overall, Airman Lewis has made big strides in his life to improve himself and those around him by choosing to learn from his mistakes instead of dwell on them. He is playing tennis again for a college in Santa Maria, Calif., and looks forward to continuing his work helping others.

“Airman Lewis is a rare breed,” Sergeant Howell said. “Rather than give in to peer pressure and continue down that road to disaster, he chose to change his course and become a success. Even when faced with the negative consequences of his ac-

Life After DUI: A New Leaf

Senior Airman Trey Lewis has dedicated his life to helping others after his battle with alcoholism. Airman Lewis lived life in the fast lane until May 2005 when he was arrested for driving under the infl uence in San Luis Obispo, Calif. He has used his mistake to show others the negative consequences of risky living and has devoted his life to helping others. Airman Lewis is a photographer with the 30th Space Wing Public Affairs offi ce.

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Jamie Lessard

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By Col. David MaddenGlobal Positioning Systems Wing Commander

Feb. 22 marked the 30th anniversary of the fi rst GPS signal in space with the launch of NAVSTAR 1 from Vandenberg Air Force Base. Th e Block I satellites, launched between Feb. 22, 1978 and Oct. 9, 1985 paved the way for an operational system that has revolutionized the way we go to war.

Rockwell International made a special “first day of issue” card for each Block I launch and arranged for the Vandenberg AFB post office to stamp them with the date of the launch.

Th e Block I contract, F4701-74-C-0527, was signed in August 1974. Th e fi rst satellite launch was 42 months later, and the fi rst four satellites launched within the space of a year — all in 1978.

Inside GNSS magazine recapped the 30th anniversary of the fi rst GPS signal in space in a story on their Web site (www.insidegnss.com/node/522). “Over the years, the program faced many risks and overcame many obstacles — even defunding by the Air Force in 1980-82,” the article states. “But the launch of SVN-01 became a shot heard ‘round the world — now louder than ever.”

In 2009, the GPS Wing will honor the 20th anniversary of the fi rst offi cially operational Block II satellite, which was launched Feb. 14, 1989. Mission II-1 was a momentous occa-sion, starting the full operational constellation that the world now relies upon for precise navigation signal in space. Please join me in looking forward to more GPS heritage events as we get closer to that date.

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GPS Wing observes NAVSTAR’s 30th anniversary

Rockwell International issued a “fi rst day of issue” card for each Block I GPS launch and arranged with the Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., post offi ce to postmark the cards. NAVSTAR-1, the fi rst Block I GPS satellite, launched from Vandenberg AFB Feb. 22, 1978.

From page 6tions, he never once behaved like a victim. He took responsibility and became a much better Airman, even helping others along the way.”

Airman Lewis will ultimately separate from the Air Force in October. However, it

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“Th e Air Force provided me the structure I needed to put my life back together,” he

said. “If they didn’t give me that waiver to come in, I would probably still be party-ing with my buddies back in Mississippi. Ultimately, all the good things that were taken away from me in the beginning I got back in the end. What else could you ask for?”

The Air Force offers the Alcohol Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment and Drug Demand Reduction programs for Airmen who feel they may have a problem with

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By Staff Sgt. Mareshah Haynes332nd Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

BALAD AIR BASE, Iraq (AFPN) — A 332nd Expeditionary Operations Group F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot here will reach two career milestones in a matter of weeks.

According to information extracted from the Aviation Resource Management and Military Personnel Data Systems, Lt. Col. Andy Uribe is the only current Air Force fi ghter pilot to log 1,000 combat fl ying hours.

Colonel Uribe, the 332nd EOG deputy commander, racked up a career total of 1,000 combat fl ying hours while fl ying a mission Feb. 16 and is expected to reach 3,000 total fl ying hours in an F-16 by the end of the month. Colonel Uribe will mark both of these milestones while deployed to Balad Air Base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

“Achieving 1,000 combat fl ight hours in the F-16 Falcon is an awesome and unprecedented accomplishment,” said Col. Charles Moore, the 332nd EOG commander. “However, what’s most impressive and most important is the profes-sionalism and expertise exhibited by (Colonel Uribe) while he was fl ying those missions. Th at’s not just my opinion, that it is the viewpoint shared by everyone fortunate enough to fl y a combat mission with him. Th at speaks volumes about the kind of warrior and aviator (he) is.”

Although an impressive accomplishment, reaching the 1,000 combat hour milestone wasn’t a goal of the colonel’s.

“It just kind of happened,” Colonel Uribe said. “I didn’t know it was going to happen until just recently. Obviously I really enjoy it and like to fl y, just like every pilot. I just try to do the best I can on every mission I can.”

Th e pilot, who is assigned to Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., normally fl ies twice a week while deployed. Th ough he is currently serving a six-month deployment, his past deploy-ments typically lasted four months. His combat missions last an average of fi ve hours.

Th is is his eighth deployment to Southwest Asia. He has served in various operations to include operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom, Provide Comfort, Northern Watch and Southern Watch. Colonel Uribe also fl ew combat mis-sions in the Balkans during a two-year tour at Aviano AB, Italy.

Th e average fi ghter pilot will fl y approximately 200 hours each year or 350 during deployment years, Colonel Uribe said.

“I think the diff erence is over my career I’ve had more operational assignments than a normal F-16 pilot,” he said. “Th e reason I’ve had all those operational assignments is a combination of luck and timing. Normally guys will go to do tours as instructor pilots either at the F-16 pilot training unit or they’ll go be an air liaison offi cer with the Army. A lot of the times they’ll go out of the F-16 for a tour or two over their career. Other than a non-fl ying staff tour I had, I’ve been in the jet.”

During the course of his 19-year career, he has spent 15 years actually fl ying. With so much time spent in the cock-

pit, Colonel Uribe has had his share of poignant combat experiences.

“Some of the events that stand out the most in my mind have been the fi rst time I dropped bombs in combat. I re-member the very fi rst time I was a mission commander in combat where I was responsible not only for my fl ight, but also for the whole mission,” Colonel Uribe said.

He also experienced another reality of military opera-tions. On Feb. 15, 1994, exactly 14 years and one day before he reached 1,000 combat hours, he ejected from his F-16; something few pilots ever have to do.

“I was returning from a combat mission over Sarajevo and the aircraft developed an engine problem,” the colonel said. “I did a fl ameout landing on a short runway in Slovenia, but was unable to stop the jet and ejected as it departed the runway. I was ‘detained’ by the Slovenians for about three hours, then released. When everything was happening I re-ally didn’t have any emotions or fear, I was just doing what I had been trained to do. Only when I was sitting on the X-ray table at the hospital did I realize how serious the situation had been. Had all the equipment not functioned perfectly, I would have been seriously injured or killed. Fortunately

the Air Force was able to recover and repair the aircraft , and it’s fl ying again today.”

Soon Colonel Uribe will have another career milestone to celebrate — 3,000 total hours fl own. Records and recogni-tion, however, aren’t what motivate him.

“Coming out here and fl ying in combat operations is the most fulfi lling thing,” Colonel Uribe said. “For example, (while fl ying) the mission when I went over 1,000 hours, we were covering a Marine police unit that was under fi re east of here. We dropped down and did a low altitude pass to make noise, to show to the bad guys we’re there with a visible and audible presence. Th e Marines said as soon as we did that, they stopped taking fi re. It’s very rewarding to know I helped those guys by stopping those incoming rounds.”

As he continues to fl y, Colonel Uribe said he doesn’t cel-ebrate his accomplishment as his alone. He recognizes it as an organizational success story.

“I’ve taken the great training the Air Force has given me and put it to use well,” he said. “But for every one of my 272 combat missions, it took a great Air Force team to make it happen. Th is is more of a refl ection on continued success as an organization than just on my part.”

Pilot reaches 1,000 combat hours fl own

Lt. Col. George Uribe is greeted and congratulated by Col. Steven Shepro and Col. Charles Moore after completing 1,000 combat fl ying hours as an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot Feb. 17 at Balad Air Base, Iraq. Colonel Uribe is a 332nd Expeditionary Operations Group fi ghter pilot and deployed from Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. Colonel Shepro is the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing vice commander, and Colonel Moore is the 332nd Expeditionary Operations Group commander.

U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Julianne Showalter

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Troops to Teachers will off er a free luncheon seminar from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. March 14 at the DeKok building in Room 310.

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Anger management classes set for March 12, 19Th e Peterson Air Force Base Mental Health Clinic will of-

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other countries is not something you normally do in a tech control job. For example, Sergeant Brown and I fl ew to Turkey to support a visit by Secretary of State Dr. Condoleezza Rice,” Sergeant Bazan said. “She made it a point to meet every Airman on the plane and thanked him or her for serving.”

“Providing secure communication to DVs who have an impact on the war on terrorism and current world events is the best part of this job.”

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a properly designated defense counsel has the education, experience, independence and responsibility for represent-ing an accused in our system.

When an investigation is completed and the issue turns to possible censure or punishment, many factors come into play. One of the most important factors in determining punishment is rehabilitation. Ultimately, our goal is to teach our straying Airmen an important lesson and get them back on the path of the straight and narrow.

However, rehabilitation is not the only goal — deterrence is another. We want to send a message to potential imitators that we will not tolerate certain types of conduct. Laws and standards only have meaning if those who choose to violate them are made to face the consequences of their choices.

Finally, there is the issue of retribution — the theory that lawbreakers morally deserve punishment. Consciously violating criminal laws means going beyond imprudent and unethical behavior: it means breaking the social contract. Society counts on its citizens to stay within the clear bound-aries of the law. Th is is even more true in a military society. Don’t we owe something to those who have withstood peer pressure and not smoked marijuana? Who make it to work every day on time? Who control their sexual appetites? Justice must be for everyone, not just the wrongdoer.

Only when we consider the military force as a whole in maintaining good order and discipline are we truly taking care of our people. George Washington said “discipline is the soul of an army.” How well we use our tools of good order and discipline determines how well we use our tools of war.

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AEDC-tested Navy Standard Missile destroys

errant satelliteBy Philip Lorenz III

Arnold Engineering Development Center Public Affairs

ARNOLD AIR FORCE BASE, Tenn. (AFPN) — “Way to go, baby.”

Th at is what Sherry Simons said here when Navy offi cials confi rmed Feb. 20 that a Navy Standard Missile-3 fi red from the deck of the USS Lake Erie in the Northern Pacifi c hit a falling and potentially dangerous defense intelligence satellite, some people here were particularly interested.

“Seeing the missile in the news is almost like watching your own child,” said Ms. Simons, who is a senior technical specialist in Arnold Engineering Development Center’s von Karman Gas Dynamics Facility at Keesler Air Force Base.

She was the project engineer assigned to the last fl ight simulation testing conducted on the Navy Standard Missile in VKF Tunnel A in 1994 and 1996 through 1997.

“We’ve been testing this missile for at least 40 years if not more,” she said. “Whether it’s extending the range of the missile or improving its stability and control capabilities, the Navy Standard Missile comes here to our wind tunnels to collect its massive database.”

Th e center staff has been testing numerous variants and upgrades of the missile since its original design in the late 1960s, said Wayne Hawkins, an AEDC plans and programs directorate engineer.

“Th is has been one of the most thoroughly tested missile systems on the ground and in fl ight that’s ever been developed, including numerous variants of this system we’ve tested here,” Mr. Hawkins said.

Ms. Simons said the missile is back at AEDC to fulfi ll a diff erent role.

“Currently, we are using the Navy Standard Missile to check out and validate the new Tunnel A Pitch/Inject system, which is an upgrade that has been in progress for about two years,” she said.

Th e missile hit the satellite about three minutes aft er launch as the spacecraft , roughly the size of a school bus, traveled in polar orbit at more than 17,000 mph. Offi cials say the missile likely destroyed its intended target, a 1,000 pound tank of toxic hydrazine fuel. Th ere was an explosion on impact and more than 80 pieces of debris were detected aft er initial assessments.

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50th CES and 50th OSS faced off in intramural volleyball action Feb. 21 with 50th CES narrowly defeating their oppo-nents 25-21 in the fi rst game and 25-23 in the second in the best-of-three games.

Th e fi rst game was too close to call when it was 50th CES’ Joe Zupke’s turn to serve. A few successful serves gave his team a 23-19 lead. A block by Jeff Brown sealed the deal for 50th CES.

In the second game, 50th CES’ Justin Gooch served an ace to get his team started. 50th OSS battled back, trying to force a third game. A kill by 50th OSS’ Dan Schwartz gave his team a 13-7 lead

and continued solid play increased their lead 15-7.

But 50th CES fought back and Zupke served a couple of aces to get his team within one point of their opponents. Jeff Brown was able to serve out the game, allowing his team to come from behind for the win.

“We played well,” said Travis Webb, 50th CES volleyball captain. “Th ere were a couple of rough spots, but that makes it fun. Fighting through those rough spots makes it interesting.”

Th e volleyball teams will sit out through March 7 due to the Operational Readiness Inspection and resume action March 10.

50th CES defeats 50th OSS in volleyball

50th CES’ Travis Webb tries to stop a successful block from 50th OSS’ Danny Schwartz during volleyball action Feb. 21. 50th CES prevailed in two games, 25-21 and 25-23.

Air Force photo/Lorna Gutierrez

By Lorna GutierrezSchriever Sentinel

Redemption on both sides of the court was the name of the Chiefs vs. Eagles volleyball game Feb. 21. The Chiefs were seeking redemption for their loss in the basketball season to the Eagles, and the Eagles were seeking redemption for their loss to the Chiefs during the softball season.

Though it was close throughout the best-of-three games, the Chiefs prevailed 25-23 in the first game in a come-from-behind victory, and 25-20 in the second game.

Th e Eagles had the stronger start in the fi rst game, taking an early 8-2 lead. An ace by Clarence Moore helped inch the Chiefs closer to their opponents, but Ottis Hutchinson answered with an ace of his own, keeping the Eagles in the stronger position.

Th e Eagles continued their strong play and with strong servicing from Robert Skinner, they took a 20-11 lead.

With Wayne Whetsell at the service line, the Chiefs inched their way to a 20-23 defi cit. Moore then took over the service action and the Chiefs were able to close out the fi rst game.

In the second game, it was back and forth between the two teams. The Chiefs 3-1 start was quickly tied up by the Eagles at 5-5. Strong servicing by Terry Djuric helped give the Eagles a 9-5 lead but the Chiefs tied it up once more at 11, 12 and 13.

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Chiefs defeat Eagles in ‘redemption’ volleyball game

Eagles’ player Ottis Hutchinson keeps the ball in play during his team’s volleyball match with the Chiefs. The Chiefs prevailed 25-23 in the fi rst game and 25-20 in the second.

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