RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE No. 25 • JUNE 25, 2010

A publication of the 502nd Air Base Wing – Joint Base San Antonio

INSIDE ... 502nd ABW CC SAFETY MESSAGE, P2 ... RANDOLPH HOSTS JULY 4 CELEBRATION, P3 ... AETC HOSTS GO SUMMIT, P6 ... AF TEAM WINS TRIATHLON, P9

Airman 1st Class Jared Von Wey (right)and Senior Airman Eric Plack, 902ndComptroller Squadron, do sit-ups at theRambler Fitness Center Wednesday.Randolph Airmen are preparing for newphysical fitness standards that go intoeffect July 1. Photo by Steve White

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Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Leonard Patrick

Commander1st Lt. Ryan Ernst

Deputy Chief of Public AffairsKelly Parsons

EditorRobert GoetzSean BowlinStaff Writers

Maggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

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ON THE COVER

PAGE 3WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 JUNE 25, 2010

COMMENTARY

By Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick502nd Air Base Wing commander

Wingmen and BattleBuddies, our IndependenceDay, commonly known asthe Fourth of July, com-memorates the adoption ofthe Declaration ofIndependence on July 4,1776, declaring independ-ence from the Kingdom ofGreat Britain.

This was an importantmoment in history! As youprepare to celebrate theholiday over this extended weekend,please take the time to reflect upon thefreedoms that we all enjoy and honor thesacrifices of those who defended them.

I challenge each of you to be alert and

play a part in preventingaccidents this Fourth of Julyto maximize its enjoymentfor all. Personal responsibilityand accountability on the jobas well as at home are keysto making this an accident-free holiday for yourself andfamily members. Involvingfamily members in trip orevent planning is a great wayto get them involved andensure everyone’s safety.Making personal contactwith your Wingman or BattleBuddy can ensure safety has

been considered. Discuss holiday plans,potential hazards and what actions willmitigate those hazards.

In particular, address those hazardousactivities traditionally associated with the

Independence Day holiday period such asbarbecuing, use of fireworks, water sportactivities, driving and other activities tak-ing place in the sun. Set the example andremember … wearing required protectiveequipment and ensuring others do thesame is a simple preventive measure thatwill ensure everyone’s safety and showyou care. Risk management is part of ourdaily jobs, but emphasizing it during per-sonal recreational activities will maximizeenjoyment for all.

The recent Memorial Day weekend wasone of the safest our military communityhas experienced in over 10 years becauseour people were careful and conscien-tious. This weekend is another opportuni-ty for us to achieve an accident-free holi-day. As you enjoy quality time with yourfriends and family, be responsible and cel-ebrate America’s birthday safely!

Safety first during holiday festivities

The Action Line is the direct path for addressing issues with the 502nd Air Base Wing commander that have not been resolved through chain of command orthe appropriate responsible agency action. Items of general interest may be printed in the Randolph Wingspread. Anonymous inquiries will not be published.

Commander’s Action Line e-mail randolph.actionline@randolph.af.mil

By Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Slater24th AF Command Chief Master Sergeant

When I was a young NCO making my fair share of mistakes,my supervisor would often say “there’s a reason why your wind-shield is larger than your rear-view mirror.” As you mightexpect, my response the first few times I heard him say this wasto walk away, shake my head and wonder what the heck he wastalking about.

Then one afternoon after I had completely jacked up that day’smission (yes, I’ve made mistakes and still got promoted to chief –it is possible), he said it again: “there’s a reason why your wind-shield is larger than your rear-view mirror.”

Instead of walking away this time, I stopped him and asked,“what on Earth are you talking about?”

“Kevin, every one of us makes mistakes. In fact, some ofour strongest performers have made more than a few mis-takes,” he said.

“What separates them from everyone else is they learned fromtheir mistakes, they incorporated what they learned into howthey approached their next opportunity and they never let thejob behind them distract them from the job in front of them.”

I’m not sure if he saw smoke coming out of my ears or if myeyes were glazed over, but he paused when I must have looked

like I needed a chance to digest what he just said.I thought to myself, “OK, our strongest performers have made

mistakes, they’ve learned from their mistakes, they’ve incorpo-rated lessons learned and they didn’t let past performance dis-tract them from the task at hand. Ok, I think I get it.”

He went on to tell me that your rear-view mirror is important.If used properly, it affords you opportunities to not only see thepast, but to learn from it too. However, it’s small for a reason. Itdeserves some attention, but it shouldn’t be your focus.

Why is your windshield larger than your rear-view mirror?You need a wide field of view to clearly see all of today’s chal-lenges and opportunities, and our leaders’ vision for tomor-row. If you’re to be a great NCO you’ll need to keep your eyesin front on what’s most important glancing into your rearview mirror just enough to ensure you shape your future withhelp from your past.

To this day, every time I look into my rear-view mirror, I see alot more than the objects behind me. I see the opportunities I’vehad. I see my triumphs and I see my failures. Once my eyesreturn to my windshield, I’m reminded of the real value of thoseobjects in my rear-view mirror – each has prepared me in a wayto make better decisions, to take more precise actions, and toview with greater clarity and wisdom today’s opportunities andtomorrow’s challenges.

Learn from mistakes, look to future

NEWS

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Color the south flightline red, white andblue July 4 as Randolph celebratesIndependence Day in rousing fashion.

Set to kick off at 5 p.m., the biennialFourth of July celebration, which is freeand open to the public, offers participantsa plethora of activities – from games,interactive inflatables and arts and craftsfor children to music from ThePsychedelic Jukebox from 6-9:30 p.m.and a spectacular fireworks display at9:35 p.m. to cap the evening.

“This is our first Independence Day cele-bration as part of the 502nd Air Base Wing,”said Shelta Reese, 902nd Force SupportSquadron marketing director. “It’s fun for thewhole family, with lots of activities for kids. It’salways a good time.”

Activities for youngsters include awater tag maze, an inflated boot camp-style obsta-cle course, a double slide and a Game Truck, whichfeatures an array of age-appropriate interactiveelectronic games.

A sport skills area will give visitors a chance to displaytheir prowess by throwing a football and baseball or

shooting free throws. A family circuit challenge with sixstations will be open and a Zumba demonstration isplanned for the main stage at 6:45 p.m.

Ms. Reese said the Zumba demonstration fits in withthe Air Force’s FitFamily initiative.

“We’re trying to get people active and get them mov-ing,” she said.

San Antonio’s Psychedelic Jukebox, formed by aradio station’s employees to play at the compa-ny’s Christmas party, performs music from the1960s and 1970s, including tunes by the Beatles,Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Rascals, theDoobie Brothers, Steppenwolf and others.Food and drink will be in abundance, with ven-

dors offering hot dogs, fajitas, watermelon, roast-ed corn, cotton candy, funnel cakes and snowcones throughout the event.Coolers, picnic baskets, backpacks, weapons,

bicycles, skateboards, personal fireworks andpets are not allowed on base. Ms. Reese saidguests should bring their own chairs and useplenty of sunscreen. Bottled water and otherrefreshing drinks will be sold.The public will enter Randolph through the south

gate off Lower Seguin Road or the east gate off FM78 and will be directed to parking whileDepartment of Defense cardholders are encour-aged to use the main gate or the west gate.Ms. Reese said all vehicles are subject to inspec-

tion by security forces while on base, and personal hand-carried items such as handbags, diaper bags and cam-era bags will be inspected before entry into the eventarea is authorized. The use of cell phones while operat-ing a vehicle at Randolph is prohibited.

For more information, call 652-2052.

Randolph’s Fourth of July features food, fun, fireworks

By Erin TindellAir Force Personnel Center Public Affairs

With hurricane season under way,the Air Force Personnel Accountabilityand Assessment System continues tohelp leaders take care of Airmen andtheir families affected by any naturaldisaster or crisis.

Implemented in April 2009, AFPAASaligns Air Force reporting withDepartment of Defense requirements fortotal force personnel accountability,including active-duty Airmen and theirfamilies, reservists, guardsmen, civiliansand contractors overseas.

To use the system, members log intohttps://afpaas.af.mil or call 1-800-435-9941 to report individual andfamily member status if affected by adisaster or crisis.

Since its implementation, the web-based system has delivered rapid, real-time accountability data directly to com-manders and readiness managers.

“AFPAAS helps leaders focus on wherethe biggest impact is after a natural disas-

ter or other crises so they can strategical-ly allocate resources to effectively helpaffected personnel and make decisionsthat facilitate a return to stability asquickly as possible,” said Brian Angell,Air Force Personnel Center PersonnelReadiness Cell Operations chief.

Before the system was created, infor-mation was gathered manually throughphone calls and spreadsheet data thatwas then forwarded by personnelreadiness managers from the lowestlevels up the chain of command. Theprocess was slow and extended thetime it took to assess entitlements foraffected personnel.

Now, the system leverages technologyto deliver real-time data to leadersevery 15 minutes, ultimately speedingthe process of allowing commandersand Airman and Family ReadinessCenter case managers to account,assess, manage and monitor the recov-ery and reconstitution process for per-sonnel and their families affected orseparated by a widespread catastrophicevent, Mr. Angell said.

“The system has two parts that worktogether: personnel readiness managerstrack the data for accountability whileAirman and Family Readiness Centercase managers track and assess mem-bers and their families requesting assis-tance through the system,” said YvonneDuker, AFPC Airman and FamilyOperations Team chief.

AFPAAS proved instrumental after a7.0 magnitude earthquake devastatedHaiti and the Air Force needed to accountfor any personnel affected by the disaster.

“AFPAAS allowed leaders to accountfor a total of 1.39 million members and1.1 million of them were accounted forin only 15 hours after the event,” Mr.Angell said.

A key difference between AFPAAS andthe previous method of accountability isfamily members can also log into the sys-tem to report any immediate needs theyhave. This is beneficial should a militarymember and their family become sepa-rated during a natural disaster or crisis.

There are 19 areas of assistance mem-bers can request using AFPAAS including

medical, financial, temporary housingand child care. Members also assign alevel of assistance ranging from “noneeds/not affected” to “immediate needs.”

According to Ms. Duker, the informa-tion reported in the system is protected toensure privacy.

“Leadership uses the system to see thebig picture of impact after a catastrophicevent,” she said. “However, privacy infor-mation is still safeguarded, so they can’tview personal information and details ofspecific cases.”

Personnel readiness officials areworking with Airman and FamilyReadiness Centers to ensure familiesare educated on how AFPAAS canbenefit them and how to update theirinformation in the system.

Web-based training sessions areavailable for leadership, commandingofficer representatives and readinesspersonnel, as required, and can bescheduled through major commandpersonnel directorates.

For more details, visit https://afpaas.af.mil or call 1-800-435-9941.

AF accountability system proves vital during natural disasters, crises

Airman 1st Class Jared Von Wey (right)and Senior Airman Eric Plack, 902ndComptroller Squadron, do sit-ups at theRambler Fitness Center Wednesday.Randolph Airmen are preparing for newphysical fitness standards that go intoeffect July 1. Photo by Steve White

Wingspread Office1150 5th Street East

Randolph AFB, Texas 78150Phone: (210) 652-5760

Fax: (210) 652-3142Wingspread Advertisements

Prime Time Military Newspapers2203 S. Hackberry

San Antonio, Texas 78210Phone: (210) 534-8848

Wingspread e-mailnews@randolph.af.mil

502nd Air Base WingOperating Location Bravo

Editorial StaffBrig. Gen. Leonard Patrick

Commander1st Lt. Ryan Ernst

Deputy Chief of Public AffairsKelly Parsons

EditorRobert GoetzSean BowlinStaff Writers

Maggie ArmstrongGraphic Designer

WINGSPREAD

This paper is published by Prime Time Military Newspapers, aprivate firm in no way connected with the U.S. Air Force, underexclusive written contract with Randolph AFB, Texas. This com-mercial enterprise Air Force newspaper is an authorized publica-tion for members of the U.S. military services. Contents of theWingspread are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsedby, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or theDepartment of the Air Force.

The appearance of advertising in this publication, includinginserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by theDepartment of Defense, the Department of the Air Force, or PrimeTime Military Newspapers of the products or services advertised.

Everything advertised in this publication shall be made avail-able for purchase, use or patronage without regard to the race,color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical ormental handicap, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factorof the purchaser, user, or patron.

Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the PublicAffairs Division of the 502nd Air Base Wing OL-B in accordancewith local policy and style guidance. All photos, unless otherwiseindicated, are U.S. Air Force photos.

Articles for the newspaper should be submitted by noonThursday the week prior to the desired publication date. Items canbe dropped off on a PC- or Macintosh-formatted disk at theWingspread office in Hangar 6.

Articles for submission may also be sent by e-mail tonews@randolph.af.mil.

For details about submissions, call 652-5760.

ON THE COVER

PAGE 3WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 2 JUNE 25, 2010

COMMENTARY

By Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick502nd Air Base Wing commander

Wingmen and BattleBuddies, our IndependenceDay, commonly known asthe Fourth of July, com-memorates the adoption ofthe Declaration ofIndependence on July 4,1776, declaring independ-ence from the Kingdom ofGreat Britain.

This was an importantmoment in history! As youprepare to celebrate theholiday over this extended weekend,please take the time to reflect upon thefreedoms that we all enjoy and honor thesacrifices of those who defended them.

I challenge each of you to be alert and

play a part in preventingaccidents this Fourth of Julyto maximize its enjoymentfor all. Personal responsibilityand accountability on the jobas well as at home are keysto making this an accident-free holiday for yourself andfamily members. Involvingfamily members in trip orevent planning is a great wayto get them involved andensure everyone’s safety.Making personal contactwith your Wingman or BattleBuddy can ensure safety has

been considered. Discuss holiday plans,potential hazards and what actions willmitigate those hazards.

In particular, address those hazardousactivities traditionally associated with the

Independence Day holiday period such asbarbecuing, use of fireworks, water sportactivities, driving and other activities tak-ing place in the sun. Set the example andremember … wearing required protectiveequipment and ensuring others do thesame is a simple preventive measure thatwill ensure everyone’s safety and showyou care. Risk management is part of ourdaily jobs, but emphasizing it during per-sonal recreational activities will maximizeenjoyment for all.

The recent Memorial Day weekend wasone of the safest our military communityhas experienced in over 10 years becauseour people were careful and conscien-tious. This weekend is another opportuni-ty for us to achieve an accident-free holi-day. As you enjoy quality time with yourfriends and family, be responsible and cel-ebrate America’s birthday safely!

Safety first during holiday festivities

The Action Line is the direct path for addressing issues with the 502nd Air Base Wing commander that have not been resolved through chain of command orthe appropriate responsible agency action. Items of general interest may be printed in the Randolph Wingspread. Anonymous inquiries will not be published.

Commander’s Action Line e-mail randolph.actionline@randolph.af.mil

By Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Slater24th AF Command Chief Master Sergeant

When I was a young NCO making my fair share of mistakes,my supervisor would often say “there’s a reason why your wind-shield is larger than your rear-view mirror.” As you mightexpect, my response the first few times I heard him say this wasto walk away, shake my head and wonder what the heck he wastalking about.

Then one afternoon after I had completely jacked up that day’smission (yes, I’ve made mistakes and still got promoted to chief –it is possible), he said it again: “there’s a reason why your wind-shield is larger than your rear-view mirror.”

Instead of walking away this time, I stopped him and asked,“what on Earth are you talking about?”

“Kevin, every one of us makes mistakes. In fact, some ofour strongest performers have made more than a few mis-takes,” he said.

“What separates them from everyone else is they learned fromtheir mistakes, they incorporated what they learned into howthey approached their next opportunity and they never let thejob behind them distract them from the job in front of them.”

I’m not sure if he saw smoke coming out of my ears or if myeyes were glazed over, but he paused when I must have looked

like I needed a chance to digest what he just said.I thought to myself, “OK, our strongest performers have made

mistakes, they’ve learned from their mistakes, they’ve incorpo-rated lessons learned and they didn’t let past performance dis-tract them from the task at hand. Ok, I think I get it.”

He went on to tell me that your rear-view mirror is important.If used properly, it affords you opportunities to not only see thepast, but to learn from it too. However, it’s small for a reason. Itdeserves some attention, but it shouldn’t be your focus.

Why is your windshield larger than your rear-view mirror?You need a wide field of view to clearly see all of today’s chal-lenges and opportunities, and our leaders’ vision for tomor-row. If you’re to be a great NCO you’ll need to keep your eyesin front on what’s most important glancing into your rearview mirror just enough to ensure you shape your future withhelp from your past.

To this day, every time I look into my rear-view mirror, I see alot more than the objects behind me. I see the opportunities I’vehad. I see my triumphs and I see my failures. Once my eyesreturn to my windshield, I’m reminded of the real value of thoseobjects in my rear-view mirror – each has prepared me in a wayto make better decisions, to take more precise actions, and toview with greater clarity and wisdom today’s opportunities andtomorrow’s challenges.

Learn from mistakes, look to future

NEWS

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Color the south flightline red, white andblue July 4 as Randolph celebratesIndependence Day in rousing fashion.

Set to kick off at 5 p.m., the biennialFourth of July celebration, which is freeand open to the public, offers participantsa plethora of activities – from games,interactive inflatables and arts and craftsfor children to music from ThePsychedelic Jukebox from 6-9:30 p.m.and a spectacular fireworks display at9:35 p.m. to cap the evening.

“This is our first Independence Day cele-bration as part of the 502nd Air Base Wing,”said Shelta Reese, 902nd Force SupportSquadron marketing director. “It’s fun for thewhole family, with lots of activities for kids. It’salways a good time.”

Activities for youngsters include awater tag maze, an inflated boot camp-style obsta-cle course, a double slide and a Game Truck, whichfeatures an array of age-appropriate interactiveelectronic games.

A sport skills area will give visitors a chance to displaytheir prowess by throwing a football and baseball or

shooting free throws. A family circuit challenge with sixstations will be open and a Zumba demonstration isplanned for the main stage at 6:45 p.m.

Ms. Reese said the Zumba demonstration fits in withthe Air Force’s FitFamily initiative.

“We’re trying to get people active and get them mov-ing,” she said.

San Antonio’s Psychedelic Jukebox, formed by aradio station’s employees to play at the compa-ny’s Christmas party, performs music from the1960s and 1970s, including tunes by the Beatles,Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Rascals, theDoobie Brothers, Steppenwolf and others.Food and drink will be in abundance, with ven-

dors offering hot dogs, fajitas, watermelon, roast-ed corn, cotton candy, funnel cakes and snowcones throughout the event.Coolers, picnic baskets, backpacks, weapons,

bicycles, skateboards, personal fireworks andpets are not allowed on base. Ms. Reese saidguests should bring their own chairs and useplenty of sunscreen. Bottled water and otherrefreshing drinks will be sold.The public will enter Randolph through the south

gate off Lower Seguin Road or the east gate off FM78 and will be directed to parking whileDepartment of Defense cardholders are encour-aged to use the main gate or the west gate.Ms. Reese said all vehicles are subject to inspec-

tion by security forces while on base, and personal hand-carried items such as handbags, diaper bags and cam-era bags will be inspected before entry into the eventarea is authorized. The use of cell phones while operat-ing a vehicle at Randolph is prohibited.

For more information, call 652-2052.

Randolph’s Fourth of July features food, fun, fireworks

By Erin TindellAir Force Personnel Center Public Affairs

With hurricane season under way,the Air Force Personnel Accountabilityand Assessment System continues tohelp leaders take care of Airmen andtheir families affected by any naturaldisaster or crisis.

Implemented in April 2009, AFPAASaligns Air Force reporting withDepartment of Defense requirements fortotal force personnel accountability,including active-duty Airmen and theirfamilies, reservists, guardsmen, civiliansand contractors overseas.

To use the system, members log intohttps://afpaas.af.mil or call 1-800-435-9941 to report individual andfamily member status if affected by adisaster or crisis.

Since its implementation, the web-based system has delivered rapid, real-time accountability data directly to com-manders and readiness managers.

“AFPAAS helps leaders focus on wherethe biggest impact is after a natural disas-

ter or other crises so they can strategical-ly allocate resources to effectively helpaffected personnel and make decisionsthat facilitate a return to stability asquickly as possible,” said Brian Angell,Air Force Personnel Center PersonnelReadiness Cell Operations chief.

Before the system was created, infor-mation was gathered manually throughphone calls and spreadsheet data thatwas then forwarded by personnelreadiness managers from the lowestlevels up the chain of command. Theprocess was slow and extended thetime it took to assess entitlements foraffected personnel.

Now, the system leverages technologyto deliver real-time data to leadersevery 15 minutes, ultimately speedingthe process of allowing commandersand Airman and Family ReadinessCenter case managers to account,assess, manage and monitor the recov-ery and reconstitution process for per-sonnel and their families affected orseparated by a widespread catastrophicevent, Mr. Angell said.

“The system has two parts that worktogether: personnel readiness managerstrack the data for accountability whileAirman and Family Readiness Centercase managers track and assess mem-bers and their families requesting assis-tance through the system,” said YvonneDuker, AFPC Airman and FamilyOperations Team chief.

AFPAAS proved instrumental after a7.0 magnitude earthquake devastatedHaiti and the Air Force needed to accountfor any personnel affected by the disaster.

“AFPAAS allowed leaders to accountfor a total of 1.39 million members and1.1 million of them were accounted forin only 15 hours after the event,” Mr.Angell said.

A key difference between AFPAAS andthe previous method of accountability isfamily members can also log into the sys-tem to report any immediate needs theyhave. This is beneficial should a militarymember and their family become sepa-rated during a natural disaster or crisis.

There are 19 areas of assistance mem-bers can request using AFPAAS including

medical, financial, temporary housingand child care. Members also assign alevel of assistance ranging from “noneeds/not affected” to “immediate needs.”

According to Ms. Duker, the informa-tion reported in the system is protected toensure privacy.

“Leadership uses the system to see thebig picture of impact after a catastrophicevent,” she said. “However, privacy infor-mation is still safeguarded, so they can’tview personal information and details ofspecific cases.”

Personnel readiness officials areworking with Airman and FamilyReadiness Centers to ensure familiesare educated on how AFPAAS canbenefit them and how to update theirinformation in the system.

Web-based training sessions areavailable for leadership, commandingofficer representatives and readinesspersonnel, as required, and can bescheduled through major commandpersonnel directorates.

For more details, visit https://afpaas.af.mil or call 1-800-435-9941.

AF accountability system proves vital during natural disasters, crises

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Congratulations to thefollowing Randolph staffsergeants who havebeen named as techni-cal sergeant selectees:Gina Ambrosino Latasha Aragon Jennifer Brewer Jonathan Brewster Darryl Chretien Andrea Clark Michael Cobb James Collier Paul Cortinas Lindsay Crespo Patricia Flores Michael Forehand Genna Gonzales Paul Graham William GrahamSteven GreverBryan Hawk Christopher Haynes Elwood Holland

Johnett Hutchinson Favian January Timothy Jenkins Chamaco Johnson Aquinta JordanVicki Kendricks Jason Lagueux Ryan McCabe Zachary McKinney Pamela Mitchell Michelle Montoya Eric Mundy Dina Ortiz Kanisha Roberson

Jenny Robinson Toby Short Danielle Sims Douglas Smith Jason Spon Clinton Stallard Roger Tharpe, Jr.Thania Triska Helen Trota James Williams Tricia Williams

TSgt selects namedWASHINGTON – Air Force officials released their basing decision for the MQ-

1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper ground control stations June 21.The final bases approved by the secretary and chief of staff of the Air Force

are: Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. and Ellsworth AFB, S.D.“The Air

Force uses adeliberate,repeatable andtransparentprocess toaddress basingneeds. Thesebases are theright locationsfor the next setof MQ-1/9ground controlstations,” saidKathleen Ferguson, the deputy assistant secretary for installations. “They will pro-vide the Air Force with the right kind of synergy for training purposes.”

The MQ-1 ground control station will be the first squadron and the MQ-9 willbe the second squadron. Each base will have an addition of 280 people, bothmilitary and civilian.

Initial operational capability for the first squadron at Whiteman AFB isexpected to be achieved by February 2011 and the second squadron located atEllsworth AFB is planned to achieve IOC by May 2012.

Officials choose bases for MQ-1,MQ-9 ground control stations

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The theft of a full-size SUV atRandolph two weekends ago under-scores the importance of vehicle andhome security, base law enforcementofficers said.

The vehicle, which was parked offthe west side of the main circle in theofficers’ housing area, was reportedstolen the morning of June 14 andrecovered late that day in an apart-ment complex parking lot in UniversalCity. The owner had not locked thevehicle and the key was in the ignitionat the time of the theft, which hap-pened after 6 p.m. June 13.

“People need to understand that, eventhough they’re on a military installation,crime can happen,” said Eric Sterman,902nd Security Forces Squadron investi-gator. “You should secure your vehicleand your house properly.”

Louie Cathro, 902nd SFS detective,said the theft was one of five vehicle inci-

dents on base in the last two months. Adirt bike was stolen from the resale loton the west side and three break-ins orattempted break-ins were reported,including one in which the vehicle wasnot locked and items were stolen.

“It is the owner’s responsibility to lock

up,” he said. “People have a false senseof security – that nothing will happenbecause they’re on an Air Force base.”

The Randolph officers followed upon the case after the SUV wasreported stolen.

“We notified the local law enforcement

agencies so they wouldn’t have a prob-lem,” Mr. Sterman said. “We searchedthe general area, a five- to 10-mileradius, before finding the vehicle.”

“They (the thieves) parked it therewith the intent to return,” Mr. Cathrosaid. “We were very lucky to find it.”

He said a navigation device and someportable electronic equipment weremissing from the vehicle. He also saidsuspects have been identified.

Mr. Sterman said the false sense ofsecurity also applies to residents onbase. He said they should lock theirdoors and windows when they’re awayand keep lights on to create an impres-sion that the home is occupied. Peoplewho leave their home for an extendedperiod should have a trusted personwatch it for them.

He said residents should also look outfor suspicious activity and report it tosecurity forces at 652-5700.

“You should get as much descrip-tive information as you can,” Mr.Sterman said.

Vehicle theft prompts words of warning from SFS“It is the owner’s

responsibility to lockup. People have a falsesense of security – that

nothing will happenbecause they’re on an

Air Force base.”

Louie Cathro902nd Security Forces Squadron detective

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

While thousands of Randolph active-duty and civilianpersonnel are on the job, many more thousands of baseresidents are fast asleep, not ready to stir until the lightof day fades away.

They’re well-hidden during their slumber, manyof them perched upside down within the cranniesbeneath the Spanish-tile roofs that characterize thebase’s architecture.

They are the base’s bat population, mostly out of sightto the base community but familiar to members of the902nd Civil Engineer Squadron entomology shop. Theyare called upon periodically to dispose of dead bats orhandle live ones found on Randolph’s grounds.

The winged creatures – Mexican free-tailed bats –migrate north from Central America and Mexico in thespringtime and return in the late fall. Millions of themfind their seasonal home in the Bracken Cave 20 milesfrom San Antonio, but they can also be found throughoutthe area, just passing through or taking up temporaryresidence in trees, buildings, bridges and other caves.

“For the most part, bats don’t bother residents of thebase,” said Miguel Amador, 902nd CES entomology shopsupervisor. “You can find them in our facilities, butthey’re not necessarily a nuisance.”

He said the bats, which only weigh a fewounces, can be found underneath the roof tiles of

the base’s older buildings,where there are “goodareas to sleep and breed.”

“One colony could have 50up to hundreds of bats,” Mr.Amador said. “One largebuilding could haveupwards of thousands.”

He said the bats “filter outat dusk.”

“They will go to their primaryfeeding grounds,” Mr. Amadorsaid. “By first light, you’ll see them in the areas wherethey congregate.”

He said people fear bats and the possibility of contract-ing rabies, but the only way to get the disease is to be bit-ten by a bat that is carrying the virus. However, mostbats do not have rabies.

Mr. Amador said his shop receives calls throughoutthe year from people who find live or dead bats. He saidentomology handles bats found in the base’s commercialareas while the base’s housing contractor, PinnacleCorp., is responsible for those found in housing areas.

“We dispose of dead bats as required,” he said.“But we also try to salvage what we can – those thatare still alive.”

Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Woodland, 359th AerospaceMedicine Squadron NCO in charge, communityhealth, said base employees who find a live or dead

bat or see bat droppings, orguano, should call entomologyat 652-4299. She said theyshould not touch the creatures.

“Our concern is the publichealth aspect,” she said.

Mr. Amador concurred withSergeant Woodland.

“Bats don’t come afterhumans; they are after insects,”he said. “Some may carry therabies virus, but the majority don’t

carry it. Still, you should leave them alone. If you findone, call your respective contractor so it can be removedin a timely manner.”

Keeping bats out of the base’s existing facilities ispossible by using wire mesh to close off areaswhere they congregate, but new buildings can bedesigned to close those gaps.

“We try to exclude them, especially in new con-struction,” said Michael Lloyd, entomology shoppest controller. “That’s one of the ways we may tryto prevent problems.”

Mr. Amador, whose crew is more accustomed to deal-ing with roaches, rodents and fire ants, said bats serve auseful purpose, eating mosquitoes, moths and otherinsects and helping to pollinate trees and flowers.

“They are very beneficial,” he said. “We just try to livein peace with them.”

Randolph’s Spanish-tile roofs house winged residents

By Airman 1st Class Precious Yett502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs

Women’s Wellness group is heldevery Thursday in the 359th MedicalGroup conference room.

The group is designed for womenwho are experiencing difficulty with arange of concerns, from depression,anxiety, weight management, stressmanagement, chronic health condi-tions and difficult life transitions.

The focus of the group is to assistin providing guidance and structurein developing and implementing atreatment plan or life alteration inorder to improve each individual’squality of life.

“The class helps the women whoattend to set goals for themselves. Once

they have successfully completed thetraining, [I’ve seen] them appear to behealthier, happier people,” said Airman1st Class Ronald Albright, mentalhealth technician.

Dr. Jennifer Mitchell, who is aLicensed Clinical Psychologist,Behavioral Health Consultant anddirector of the Behavioral HealthOptimization Program is the group’sfacilitator. She is assisted by Airman 1stClass Albright who will take over if her

schedule changes.“The purpose of the program is to

help people learn how to manage stressmore effectively while receiving supportfrom their peers. Hopefully, it will aidthe participants in accepting the factthat although life is difficult, it is okayto ask for help from others, especiallyto prevent obtaining relief fromunhealthy activities used as a means ofcoping. Ask for help before the problembecomes too serious,” said Dr. Mitchell.

The group is limited to 12-15 individ-uals on a first come, first served basis.It is open to all DoD cardholders, mili-tary or civilian. Classes began June 10and the last session is July 29.

“The class started because I encoun-tered a lot of women in the same agerange, 40-60s, all experiencing thesame stressors. I thought it would begood to see people in a group environ-ment. I would be able to serve morepeople at one time and provide a largernumber of people with informationabout mental and physical health – itgave a me greater ability to integratethe two,” said Dr. Mitchell.

For more information on thewomen’s wellness group, call Airman1st Class Albright at 652-2448 or Dr.Mitchell at 652-2437.

Women’s wellness group helps manage life stressors“The purpose of the program is to help people learn how to manage

stress more effectively while receiving support from their peers.”Dr. Jennifer Mitchell

Behavioral Health Optimization Program director

Courtesy photo

PAGE 5WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 4 JUNE 25, 2010

Congratulations to thefollowing Randolph staffsergeants who havebeen named as techni-cal sergeant selectees:Gina Ambrosino Latasha Aragon Jennifer Brewer Jonathan Brewster Darryl Chretien Andrea Clark Michael Cobb James Collier Paul Cortinas Lindsay Crespo Patricia Flores Michael Forehand Genna Gonzales Paul Graham William GrahamSteven GreverBryan Hawk Christopher Haynes Elwood Holland

Johnett Hutchinson Favian January Timothy Jenkins Chamaco Johnson Aquinta JordanVicki Kendricks Jason Lagueux Ryan McCabe Zachary McKinney Pamela Mitchell Michelle Montoya Eric Mundy Dina Ortiz Kanisha Roberson

Jenny Robinson Toby Short Danielle Sims Douglas Smith Jason Spon Clinton Stallard Roger Tharpe, Jr.Thania Triska Helen Trota James Williams Tricia Williams

TSgt selects namedWASHINGTON – Air Force officials released their basing decision for the MQ-

1 Predator and MQ-9 Reaper ground control stations June 21.The final bases approved by the secretary and chief of staff of the Air Force

are: Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo. and Ellsworth AFB, S.D.“The Air

Force uses adeliberate,repeatable andtransparentprocess toaddress basingneeds. Thesebases are theright locationsfor the next setof MQ-1/9ground controlstations,” saidKathleen Ferguson, the deputy assistant secretary for installations. “They will pro-vide the Air Force with the right kind of synergy for training purposes.”

The MQ-1 ground control station will be the first squadron and the MQ-9 willbe the second squadron. Each base will have an addition of 280 people, bothmilitary and civilian.

Initial operational capability for the first squadron at Whiteman AFB isexpected to be achieved by February 2011 and the second squadron located atEllsworth AFB is planned to achieve IOC by May 2012.

Officials choose bases for MQ-1,MQ-9 ground control stations

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

The theft of a full-size SUV atRandolph two weekends ago under-scores the importance of vehicle andhome security, base law enforcementofficers said.

The vehicle, which was parked offthe west side of the main circle in theofficers’ housing area, was reportedstolen the morning of June 14 andrecovered late that day in an apart-ment complex parking lot in UniversalCity. The owner had not locked thevehicle and the key was in the ignitionat the time of the theft, which hap-pened after 6 p.m. June 13.

“People need to understand that, eventhough they’re on a military installation,crime can happen,” said Eric Sterman,902nd Security Forces Squadron investi-gator. “You should secure your vehicleand your house properly.”

Louie Cathro, 902nd SFS detective,said the theft was one of five vehicle inci-

dents on base in the last two months. Adirt bike was stolen from the resale loton the west side and three break-ins orattempted break-ins were reported,including one in which the vehicle wasnot locked and items were stolen.

“It is the owner’s responsibility to lock

up,” he said. “People have a false senseof security – that nothing will happenbecause they’re on an Air Force base.”

The Randolph officers followed upon the case after the SUV wasreported stolen.

“We notified the local law enforcement

agencies so they wouldn’t have a prob-lem,” Mr. Sterman said. “We searchedthe general area, a five- to 10-mileradius, before finding the vehicle.”

“They (the thieves) parked it therewith the intent to return,” Mr. Cathrosaid. “We were very lucky to find it.”

He said a navigation device and someportable electronic equipment weremissing from the vehicle. He also saidsuspects have been identified.

Mr. Sterman said the false sense ofsecurity also applies to residents onbase. He said they should lock theirdoors and windows when they’re awayand keep lights on to create an impres-sion that the home is occupied. Peoplewho leave their home for an extendedperiod should have a trusted personwatch it for them.

He said residents should also look outfor suspicious activity and report it tosecurity forces at 652-5700.

“You should get as much descrip-tive information as you can,” Mr.Sterman said.

Vehicle theft prompts words of warning from SFS“It is the owner’s

responsibility to lockup. People have a falsesense of security – that

nothing will happenbecause they’re on an

Air Force base.”

Louie Cathro902nd Security Forces Squadron detective

By Robert Goetz502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

While thousands of Randolph active-duty and civilianpersonnel are on the job, many more thousands of baseresidents are fast asleep, not ready to stir until the lightof day fades away.

They’re well-hidden during their slumber, manyof them perched upside down within the cranniesbeneath the Spanish-tile roofs that characterize thebase’s architecture.

They are the base’s bat population, mostly out of sightto the base community but familiar to members of the902nd Civil Engineer Squadron entomology shop. Theyare called upon periodically to dispose of dead bats orhandle live ones found on Randolph’s grounds.

The winged creatures – Mexican free-tailed bats –migrate north from Central America and Mexico in thespringtime and return in the late fall. Millions of themfind their seasonal home in the Bracken Cave 20 milesfrom San Antonio, but they can also be found throughoutthe area, just passing through or taking up temporaryresidence in trees, buildings, bridges and other caves.

“For the most part, bats don’t bother residents of thebase,” said Miguel Amador, 902nd CES entomology shopsupervisor. “You can find them in our facilities, butthey’re not necessarily a nuisance.”

He said the bats, which only weigh a fewounces, can be found underneath the roof tiles of

the base’s older buildings,where there are “goodareas to sleep and breed.”

“One colony could have 50up to hundreds of bats,” Mr.Amador said. “One largebuilding could haveupwards of thousands.”

He said the bats “filter outat dusk.”

“They will go to their primaryfeeding grounds,” Mr. Amadorsaid. “By first light, you’ll see them in the areas wherethey congregate.”

He said people fear bats and the possibility of contract-ing rabies, but the only way to get the disease is to be bit-ten by a bat that is carrying the virus. However, mostbats do not have rabies.

Mr. Amador said his shop receives calls throughoutthe year from people who find live or dead bats. He saidentomology handles bats found in the base’s commercialareas while the base’s housing contractor, PinnacleCorp., is responsible for those found in housing areas.

“We dispose of dead bats as required,” he said.“But we also try to salvage what we can – those thatare still alive.”

Tech. Sgt. Elizabeth Woodland, 359th AerospaceMedicine Squadron NCO in charge, communityhealth, said base employees who find a live or dead

bat or see bat droppings, orguano, should call entomologyat 652-4299. She said theyshould not touch the creatures.

“Our concern is the publichealth aspect,” she said.

Mr. Amador concurred withSergeant Woodland.

“Bats don’t come afterhumans; they are after insects,”he said. “Some may carry therabies virus, but the majority don’t

carry it. Still, you should leave them alone. If you findone, call your respective contractor so it can be removedin a timely manner.”

Keeping bats out of the base’s existing facilities ispossible by using wire mesh to close off areaswhere they congregate, but new buildings can bedesigned to close those gaps.

“We try to exclude them, especially in new con-struction,” said Michael Lloyd, entomology shoppest controller. “That’s one of the ways we may tryto prevent problems.”

Mr. Amador, whose crew is more accustomed to deal-ing with roaches, rodents and fire ants, said bats serve auseful purpose, eating mosquitoes, moths and otherinsects and helping to pollinate trees and flowers.

“They are very beneficial,” he said. “We just try to livein peace with them.”

Randolph’s Spanish-tile roofs house winged residents

By Airman 1st Class Precious Yett502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs

Women’s Wellness group is heldevery Thursday in the 359th MedicalGroup conference room.

The group is designed for womenwho are experiencing difficulty with arange of concerns, from depression,anxiety, weight management, stressmanagement, chronic health condi-tions and difficult life transitions.

The focus of the group is to assistin providing guidance and structurein developing and implementing atreatment plan or life alteration inorder to improve each individual’squality of life.

“The class helps the women whoattend to set goals for themselves. Once

they have successfully completed thetraining, [I’ve seen] them appear to behealthier, happier people,” said Airman1st Class Ronald Albright, mentalhealth technician.

Dr. Jennifer Mitchell, who is aLicensed Clinical Psychologist,Behavioral Health Consultant anddirector of the Behavioral HealthOptimization Program is the group’sfacilitator. She is assisted by Airman 1stClass Albright who will take over if her

schedule changes.“The purpose of the program is to

help people learn how to manage stressmore effectively while receiving supportfrom their peers. Hopefully, it will aidthe participants in accepting the factthat although life is difficult, it is okayto ask for help from others, especiallyto prevent obtaining relief fromunhealthy activities used as a means ofcoping. Ask for help before the problembecomes too serious,” said Dr. Mitchell.

The group is limited to 12-15 individ-uals on a first come, first served basis.It is open to all DoD cardholders, mili-tary or civilian. Classes began June 10and the last session is July 29.

“The class started because I encoun-tered a lot of women in the same agerange, 40-60s, all experiencing thesame stressors. I thought it would begood to see people in a group environ-ment. I would be able to serve morepeople at one time and provide a largernumber of people with informationabout mental and physical health – itgave a me greater ability to integratethe two,” said Dr. Mitchell.

For more information on thewomen’s wellness group, call Airman1st Class Albright at 652-2448 or Dr.Mitchell at 652-2437.

Women’s wellness group helps manage life stressors“The purpose of the program is to help people learn how to manage

stress more effectively while receiving support from their peers.”Dr. Jennifer Mitchell

Behavioral Health Optimization Program director

Courtesy photo

PAGE 7WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 6 JUNE 25, 2010

FEATURE

By Kelly Parsons502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Ninety-three retired Air Force general officersgathered at Randolph June 17 to attend AirEducation and Training Command’s 35th annualRetired General Officer Summit.

According to Jim Sturch, AETC director of eventplanning, the annual event keeps retired Air Forcegeneral officers up to date about current Air Forcetraining and education.

Gen. Stephen Lorenz, AETC commander, and Gen.Allen Peck, Air University commander, as well asother Air Force leaders briefed the group about cur-rent and future Air Force goals. Pilots from the 558thFlying Training Squadron spoke with attendeesabout the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Program andseveral participants registered into the new DefenseBiometric Identification System.

When asked about the conference, retired Brig.Gen. Steve Shapiro said, “I think we are makingtremendous strides forward into the 21st century.I’m very impressed by the leadership and the goalsand missions that have been established and I amproud to be an ongoing member of the Air Force.”

Retired Maj. Gen. Richard Smith echoed GeneralShapiro’s comments by adding that “technology isthe big thing and where I see the Air Force headingis still with great young people”.

General Smith said he tries to visit Lackland AirForce Base for Basic Military Trainee graduations“just to watch those young American heroes.”

Many retired general officers have been attendingthe summit for years. The conference not only keepsretired Air Force general officers informed, it helpsthem stay connected.

As former deputy surgeon general of the Air ForceJerry Sanders said, “I renew old friendships. I feellike I’m still part of the force and it just gives you awarm feeling to know you are still included andthought about.”

Knowledge gained at the summit helps these lead-ers communicate the Air Force message to theirlocal communities.

“As a retired general officer in your home commu-nity, people look at you as a representative of theservice and the Air Force and you get a lot of infor-mation which you can represent back home,” saidGeneral Shapiro.

Several of the retired general officers seemedimpressed with the technological advances the AirForce has made with regard to simulators, distanceeducation and remotely piloted aircraft.

“I would hate to have to compete today; this is asharp group of people,” said General Sanders.

AETC hosts annual retired general officer summit

Photos byRich McFadden

Gen. Stephen Lorenz, Air Education and Training Command commander, addresses attendees of the 35th annual RetiredGeneral Officer Summit June 17 here.

Maj. Mark Hand (left), Remotely Piloted AircraftFundamentals Course director, briefs retired Brig.Gen. Dick Hearne on the Remotely Piloted Aircraftprogram during the 35th annual Retired GeneralOfficers Summit June 17.

Master Sgt. Phillip Casillas (left), 149th Medical Group, registersretired Brig. Gen. Timothy Boddie into the Defense BiometricIdentification System as retired Lt. Gen. Dale Thompson andretired Maj. Gen. Richard Smith look on.

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

At the 902nd Force Support Squadron’s lodgingoffices, life is about work, family and learning – andschool is always in session.

Paul Duvall, a retired Air Force master sergeantwith a deep love of reading and teaching, holdsclasses there for professional development.

Mr. Duvall, 902nd FSS lodging laborer supervi-sor, “holds class” a couple of days a week.Currently, he teaches a course titled “Public SpaceCleaning,” which is printed and administered bythe American Hotel and Lodging Institute, thegold standard for education in that field. Ninelaborers who work with him are taking the courseat various times on different days.

The course, which instructs workers about over-all upkeep of rooms, spaces and physical security,describes 108 tasks that laborers and cleaners inthe field must excel at to provide good customerservice. After instruction, Mr. Duvall administers thecourse’s multiple-choice test. Seventy percent is theminimum to pass it.

“I teach the course verbally, from the book, withlectures – and I answer their questions,” he said.“I don’t move on until I’m sure they understand.The reason? It’s all about delivering quality guestservices – that’s what I impress upon the men andwomen who work here. That’s not just part oftheir job. It is their job.”

Joel Lawrence, 902nd FSS laborer, is taking thecourse under Mr.Duvall’s tutelage. He’s glad heenrolled in it.

“This course is excellent,”Mr. Lawrence said. “I nevereven knew it existed until Icame to work here. It canhelp me secure a future inthe hotel industry. It defi-nitely opens doors, so Idecided to take it, becauseyou never know.”

Josh Fraser, 902nd FSSlaborer, a new hire underMr. Duvall, said Mr. Duvallstressed education to himon a voluntary basis and he was glad to have theopportunity to educate himself.

“I’ve been learning a whole lot, not just with thiscourse, but with Mr. Duvall rotating us around toother sections in lodging to cross-train us. He’staken the time to expose me to all different kinds ofjobs that are here in lodging. It’s a really good crewof people here and the training we get here, in theclassroom and on the job, shows that I’m a part of agreat team,” Mr. Fraser said.

Mr. Duvall added that he stresses empowerment

to new hires like Mr. Fraser.“I tell my team, ‘These are your buildings to

take care of. You nurture their appearance,’” he explained.

Teresa Vidaurri, 902ndFSS Lodging’s administrativeassistant, said Mr. Duvall’steaching and mentoring isevidence that lodging work-ers are a family.

“We’re close here and thetraining we get from alllodging supervisors isappreciated,” she added.“Lodging tries hard to takegood care of its people. It’sall about learning, safety

and cross-training. One thing I tell people here isthat if you do your job well, it makes it easy forothers around you to do their jobs well. We’reeach other’s wingmen here. We’re a family andwe look out for each other.”

At Randolph Lodging, school is in sessionTHE TEACHER IS IN

Photos by Sean Bowlin Paul Duvall (standing), 902nd Force Support Squadron lodging laborer supervisor, teaches (left to right) JoelLawrence, Anthony Raston and Joshua Fraser about Public Space Cleaning June 16.

Paul Duvall (left), 902nd Force SupportSquadron lodging laborer supervisor, helps

Angrinette Marshall with course work from theAmerican Hotel and Lodging Institute June 16

“Lodging tries hard to takegood care of its people. It’sall about learning, safety

and cross-training.”Teresa Vidaurri

902nd FSS Lodging administrative assistant

PAGE 7WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 6 JUNE 25, 2010

FEATURE

By Kelly Parsons502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

Ninety-three retired Air Force general officersgathered at Randolph June 17 to attend AirEducation and Training Command’s 35th annualRetired General Officer Summit.

According to Jim Sturch, AETC director of eventplanning, the annual event keeps retired Air Forcegeneral officers up to date about current Air Forcetraining and education.

Gen. Stephen Lorenz, AETC commander, and Gen.Allen Peck, Air University commander, as well asother Air Force leaders briefed the group about cur-rent and future Air Force goals. Pilots from the 558thFlying Training Squadron spoke with attendeesabout the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Program andseveral participants registered into the new DefenseBiometric Identification System.

When asked about the conference, retired Brig.Gen. Steve Shapiro said, “I think we are makingtremendous strides forward into the 21st century.I’m very impressed by the leadership and the goalsand missions that have been established and I amproud to be an ongoing member of the Air Force.”

Retired Maj. Gen. Richard Smith echoed GeneralShapiro’s comments by adding that “technology isthe big thing and where I see the Air Force headingis still with great young people”.

General Smith said he tries to visit Lackland AirForce Base for Basic Military Trainee graduations“just to watch those young American heroes.”

Many retired general officers have been attendingthe summit for years. The conference not only keepsretired Air Force general officers informed, it helpsthem stay connected.

As former deputy surgeon general of the Air ForceJerry Sanders said, “I renew old friendships. I feellike I’m still part of the force and it just gives you awarm feeling to know you are still included andthought about.”

Knowledge gained at the summit helps these lead-ers communicate the Air Force message to theirlocal communities.

“As a retired general officer in your home commu-nity, people look at you as a representative of theservice and the Air Force and you get a lot of infor-mation which you can represent back home,” saidGeneral Shapiro.

Several of the retired general officers seemedimpressed with the technological advances the AirForce has made with regard to simulators, distanceeducation and remotely piloted aircraft.

“I would hate to have to compete today; this is asharp group of people,” said General Sanders.

AETC hosts annual retired general officer summit

Photos byRich McFadden

Gen. Stephen Lorenz, Air Education and Training Command commander, addresses attendees of the 35th annual RetiredGeneral Officer Summit June 17 here.

Maj. Mark Hand (left), Remotely Piloted AircraftFundamentals Course director, briefs retired Brig.Gen. Dick Hearne on the Remotely Piloted Aircraftprogram during the 35th annual Retired GeneralOfficers Summit June 17.

Master Sgt. Phillip Casillas (left), 149th Medical Group, registersretired Brig. Gen. Timothy Boddie into the Defense BiometricIdentification System as retired Lt. Gen. Dale Thompson andretired Maj. Gen. Richard Smith look on.

By Sean Bowlin502nd Air Base Wing OL-B Public Affairs

At the 902nd Force Support Squadron’s lodgingoffices, life is about work, family and learning – andschool is always in session.

Paul Duvall, a retired Air Force master sergeantwith a deep love of reading and teaching, holdsclasses there for professional development.

Mr. Duvall, 902nd FSS lodging laborer supervi-sor, “holds class” a couple of days a week.Currently, he teaches a course titled “Public SpaceCleaning,” which is printed and administered bythe American Hotel and Lodging Institute, thegold standard for education in that field. Ninelaborers who work with him are taking the courseat various times on different days.

The course, which instructs workers about over-all upkeep of rooms, spaces and physical security,describes 108 tasks that laborers and cleaners inthe field must excel at to provide good customerservice. After instruction, Mr. Duvall administers thecourse’s multiple-choice test. Seventy percent is theminimum to pass it.

“I teach the course verbally, from the book, withlectures – and I answer their questions,” he said.“I don’t move on until I’m sure they understand.The reason? It’s all about delivering quality guestservices – that’s what I impress upon the men andwomen who work here. That’s not just part oftheir job. It is their job.”

Joel Lawrence, 902nd FSS laborer, is taking thecourse under Mr.Duvall’s tutelage. He’s glad heenrolled in it.

“This course is excellent,”Mr. Lawrence said. “I nevereven knew it existed until Icame to work here. It canhelp me secure a future inthe hotel industry. It defi-nitely opens doors, so Idecided to take it, becauseyou never know.”

Josh Fraser, 902nd FSSlaborer, a new hire underMr. Duvall, said Mr. Duvallstressed education to himon a voluntary basis and he was glad to have theopportunity to educate himself.

“I’ve been learning a whole lot, not just with thiscourse, but with Mr. Duvall rotating us around toother sections in lodging to cross-train us. He’staken the time to expose me to all different kinds ofjobs that are here in lodging. It’s a really good crewof people here and the training we get here, in theclassroom and on the job, shows that I’m a part of agreat team,” Mr. Fraser said.

Mr. Duvall added that he stresses empowerment

to new hires like Mr. Fraser.“I tell my team, ‘These are your buildings to

take care of. You nurture their appearance,’” he explained.

Teresa Vidaurri, 902ndFSS Lodging’s administrativeassistant, said Mr. Duvall’steaching and mentoring isevidence that lodging work-ers are a family.

“We’re close here and thetraining we get from alllodging supervisors isappreciated,” she added.“Lodging tries hard to takegood care of its people. It’sall about learning, safety

and cross-training. One thing I tell people here isthat if you do your job well, it makes it easy forothers around you to do their jobs well. We’reeach other’s wingmen here. We’re a family andwe look out for each other.”

At Randolph Lodging, school is in sessionTHE TEACHER IS IN

Photos by Sean Bowlin Paul Duvall (standing), 902nd Force Support Squadron lodging laborer supervisor, teaches (left to right) JoelLawrence, Anthony Raston and Joshua Fraser about Public Space Cleaning June 16.

Paul Duvall (left), 902nd Force SupportSquadron lodging laborer supervisor, helps

Angrinette Marshall with course work from theAmerican Hotel and Lodging Institute June 16

“Lodging tries hard to takegood care of its people. It’sall about learning, safety

and cross-training.”Teresa Vidaurri

902nd FSS Lodging administrative assistant

PAGE 9WINGSPREADJUNE 25, 2010WINGSPREADPAGE 8 JUNE 25, 2010

RetirementCongratulations to Col. John Rush,

Air Force Security AssistanceTraining Squadron commander, andSherrey Brinson, HQ AETC/A1, ontheir retirements.

CongratulationsCongratulations to Antoine

Henderson, Randolph Middle Schoolstudent, for being invited to partici-pate in the 2010 Air Force TeenLeadership Camp at the University ofTexas in San Antonio July 12-16.

Base ExerciseRandolph’s Exercise Evaluation Team

will conduct a base exercise of theDisease Containment Plan Monday tomeet requirements specified in AFI 10-2603. The exercise consists of simulatedmass medication distribution inresponse to a hypothetical disease. Fordetails, call Henry King at 625-5413 orMaj. Stephen Gaboriault at 658-3053.

WelcomeAETC Computer Systems Squadron

welcomes their new commander, Lt. Col. Michael Moyles, and his family,to Randolph. The assumption of com-mand ceremony takes place Monday at10 a.m. at the Kendrick Club.

Vacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible School is scheduled

July 12-16 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at theChapel Center.

Register eligible military ID card-holders 4-12 years old through July 11Monday-Friday at Bldg. 103 or afterchapel services.

Thrift shopThe thrift shop is closed Monday

through July 6 and reopens July 7.The thrift shop is in need of medium

to small moving boxes and whitepacking paper. For more details, call658-5990.

Phone number changeThe number for passport informa-

tion has changed to 902 FSS/FSMPD,Career Support Office, 652-2320.

Microsoft coursesRandolph offers Microsoft Office

productivity sessions Monday andTuesday at the base theater from 8:30-10 a.m., 10 a.m.-noon. and 1:30-3 p.m. Call Sal Orozpe at 652- 4412or Al Schneider at 652-2307 for moreinformation.

Road work noticeThird Street West will be reduced to

one lane in each direction adjacent tothe clinic and Kendrick Club from July 6-30 to facilitate installation ofantiterrorism force protection barriers.Also, during construction, WestPerimeter Road is only open to one-way traffic traveling from the SouthGate toward the high school.

Moving concernsJPPSOs and TMFs are experiencing

unprecedented challenges this sum-mer season regarding the movementof household goods. They ask that cus-tomers have alternate pack/pickupdates, be flexible and consider per-forming a full PPM (DITY) move. Fordetails, call 652-1848.

Legal office closureThe base legal office will close at

10:45 a.m. July 1 and will not offer awalk-in will session that day. The legal office and reopens July 6.For details, call 652-6781.

PME coursesTesting on all PME courses has

resumed. To schedule a test, lastnames beginning with A-M should e-mail gay.close@randolph.af.mil, lastnames beginning with N-Z should e-mail kassandra.hall@randolph.af.mil.

Base BRIEFS

“Shrek Forever After” (PG)Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy

Today @ 7 p.m.Saturday @ 3 p.m.

“Sex and the City 2” (R)Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall

Saturday @ 6 p.m.

CLOSED SUNDAY, JULY 4

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

$4 for adults$2 for children 11 and underCall 652-3278 for details.

For a complete listing of base briefs, visit

www.randolph.af.mil and click on ‘Round Randolph

SPORTS - HEALTH - FITNESS

Water aerobic classesWater aerobic classes

are offered Monday andWednesday from 10-11 a.m.at the center pool. Classescost $3.

For more information,contact the Fitness Centerat 652-7263.

Women’s golf leagueA women’s 9-hole golf

league starts Tuesday. Ifinterested, call Troy Gannat 652-4653 for moredetails and to sign up.

Youth registrationRegistration for flag

football, cheerleading(ages 5-15 years) andvolleyball (ages 9-15years) continues to runthrough Aug. 13. The costis $40 per youth and allsports and cheerleadingparticipants must have acurrent sports physicaland Youth Programsmembership at the timeof registration.

In addition, all partici-pants must present validproof of age, i.e. birth cer-tificate or military ID card.

Driving rangeThe Randolph Oaks driv-

ing range is closed Mondaymornings for maintenance.Golfers can buy a full bas-ket of balls for only $6 or ahalf-basket for $3.

The Randolph Oaks GolfCourse Pro Shop offers adebit key for only $60,which gives golfers 30half-baskets for the newdriving range machine.

For more information,call the golf course at652-4570

SportsBRIEFS

By Senior Airman Steve Bauer30th Space Wing Public Affairs

The Air Force triathlon team recentlyexcelled in all athletic categories at the2010 Armed Forces TriathlonChampionship June 5 at Naval BaseVentura County Point Mugu, Calif.

The Air Force team took first place in everycategory, including the fastest male (Capt.James Bales at 1 hour, 46 minutes, 32 sec-onds), fastest female (1st Lt. Kathy Rakel at2:00:04) and overall fastest team for both maleand female categories.

The competition was an Olympic-distancetriathlon consisting of a 1.5-kilometer swim,40-kilometer bike ride and a 10-kilometer run.The triathlon was open to service-selectedteams representing the Army, Marine Corps,Navy and Air Force.

The Air Force female’s team has come in atfirst place at this venue for the past three years.This was the first time the Air Force men’steam has won this competition since 2004.

“This was a more experienced team with ahigher caliber of athletes than prior years,”said Maj. Jonathan Mason, a 30th WeatherSquadron assistant director of operations.

Two Vandenberg Air Force Base Airmen,Major Mason and 1st Lt. Scott Tonder, a 392ndTraining Squadron space operations instruc-tor, contributed to the success of the Air ForceTriathlon Team. The two officers trainedtogether in preparation for the triathlon.

“It really helped training with LieutenantTonder, who ended up placing second forthe team and 11th overall,” Major Masonsaid. “His training and racing has reallyimproved over the last 12 months, and it iscontagious when you train with somebodythat is better than you.”

For Vandenberg AFB’s elite triathletes, beingselected to participate on the Air Force team inthe Armed Forces Triathlon Championship hasbecome an annual occurrence. LieutenantTonder competed in the triathlon in 2007through 2009, and Major Mason competedalongside him in 2008 and 2009.

“One of the highlights of my life and AirForce career was last Saturday at (the) ArmedForces Triathlon Championship,” Major Masonsaid. “It was the first time the men’s andwomen’s team swept the competition alongwith both individual champions coming fromone service. I was honored to be part of it andfor it to happen to the nicest and most profes-

sional group of people I know.”From a spectator’s perspective, the Air

Force team’s pregame strategy of stickingtogether during the bicycling event is whatcontributed to the success of the team, saidMaj. John Roberts, a 30th Space Wing directorof operations.

“From what I saw, the reason why the AirForce men’s team did so well was becausethey worked better as a team on the bicyclethan the other services did,” Major Robertssaid. “The place you come in is the amount ofpoints your team accrues. It’s like golf, thelower the points the better you place. The AirForce had the tightest, most consistent groupsfor both the male and female teams thereforethe best scores.”

The Air Force Triathlon Team (team mem-bers by rank, base, location and race time):• Maj. Spencer Cocanour, Headquarters PacificCommand, Hawaii (Coach)• Maj. Brian Denaro, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii (01:54:48)• Maj. Jonathan Mason, Vandenberg AFB(01:56:37)• Maj. William Poteet, Air Force Academy,Colo. (01:54:41)• Maj. Melissa Tallent, Langley AFB, Va.

(02:14:52)• Capt. James Bales, Lackland AFB, Texas(01:46:32)• Capt. Kenneth Corrigliano, Cannon AFB,N.M. (01:52:51)• Capt. Brian Hans, Chantilly, Va. (01:56:09)• Capt. Colleen O’Conner, Andrews AFB, Md.(02:14:17)• 1st Lt. Stephanie Hirst, Cape Canaveral, Fla.(02:14:47)• 1st Lt. Mitchell Kieffer, Eglin AFB, Fla.(01:59:44)• 1st Lt. Erin O’Conner, MacDill AFB, Fla.(02:22:42)• 1st Lt. Kathy Rakel, Luke AFB, Ariz.(02:00:04)• 1st Lt. Scott Tonder, Vandenberg AFB(01:52:39)• 2nd Lt. Brock Logan, U.S. Air ForceAcademy, Colo. (01:54:46)• Senior Master Sgt. Michael McCoy, ScottAFB, Ill. (01:54:19)• Tech. Sgt. Michael Berquist, Fairchild AFB,Wash. (01:56:15)• Staff Sgt. Aaron Appelwick, Sembach AirBase, Germany (Injured)• Senior Airman Jolene Wilkinson, Hill AFB,Utah (02:09:38)

AF team wins 2010 Armed Forces Triathlon

Photo by Maj. John RobertsMaj. Jonathan Mason (No. 34) and 1st Lt. Scott Toander (No. 37) competed in the 2010 ArmedForces Triathlon Championship June 5 at Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu, Calif.

The Rambler Fitness Center is open for the following holiday hours: July 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; July 3 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; July 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and July 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To view the Randolph 2009 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report,visit www.randolph.af.mil and click on

“Water Quality Reports” under “Your link to Randolph”

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RetirementCongratulations to Col. John Rush,

Air Force Security AssistanceTraining Squadron commander, andSherrey Brinson, HQ AETC/A1, ontheir retirements.

CongratulationsCongratulations to Antoine

Henderson, Randolph Middle Schoolstudent, for being invited to partici-pate in the 2010 Air Force TeenLeadership Camp at the University ofTexas in San Antonio July 12-16.

Base ExerciseRandolph’s Exercise Evaluation Team

will conduct a base exercise of theDisease Containment Plan Monday tomeet requirements specified in AFI 10-2603. The exercise consists of simulatedmass medication distribution inresponse to a hypothetical disease. Fordetails, call Henry King at 625-5413 orMaj. Stephen Gaboriault at 658-3053.

WelcomeAETC Computer Systems Squadron

welcomes their new commander, Lt. Col. Michael Moyles, and his family,to Randolph. The assumption of com-mand ceremony takes place Monday at10 a.m. at the Kendrick Club.

Vacation Bible SchoolVacation Bible School is scheduled

July 12-16 from 8:30-11:30 a.m. at theChapel Center.

Register eligible military ID card-holders 4-12 years old through July 11Monday-Friday at Bldg. 103 or afterchapel services.

Thrift shopThe thrift shop is closed Monday

through July 6 and reopens July 7.The thrift shop is in need of medium

to small moving boxes and whitepacking paper. For more details, call658-5990.

Phone number changeThe number for passport informa-

tion has changed to 902 FSS/FSMPD,Career Support Office, 652-2320.

Microsoft coursesRandolph offers Microsoft Office

productivity sessions Monday andTuesday at the base theater from 8:30-10 a.m., 10 a.m.-noon. and 1:30-3 p.m. Call Sal Orozpe at 652- 4412or Al Schneider at 652-2307 for moreinformation.

Road work noticeThird Street West will be reduced to

one lane in each direction adjacent tothe clinic and Kendrick Club from July 6-30 to facilitate installation ofantiterrorism force protection barriers.Also, during construction, WestPerimeter Road is only open to one-way traffic traveling from the SouthGate toward the high school.

Moving concernsJPPSOs and TMFs are experiencing

unprecedented challenges this sum-mer season regarding the movementof household goods. They ask that cus-tomers have alternate pack/pickupdates, be flexible and consider per-forming a full PPM (DITY) move. Fordetails, call 652-1848.

Legal office closureThe base legal office will close at

10:45 a.m. July 1 and will not offer awalk-in will session that day. The legal office and reopens July 6.For details, call 652-6781.

PME coursesTesting on all PME courses has

resumed. To schedule a test, lastnames beginning with A-M should e-mail gay.close@randolph.af.mil, lastnames beginning with N-Z should e-mail kassandra.hall@randolph.af.mil.

Base BRIEFS

“Shrek Forever After” (PG)Mike Myers, Eddie Murphy

Today @ 7 p.m.Saturday @ 3 p.m.

“Sex and the City 2” (R)Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall

Saturday @ 6 p.m.

CLOSED SUNDAY, JULY 4

NOW SHOWINGat the

Randolph Theater

$4 for adults$2 for children 11 and underCall 652-3278 for details.

For a complete listing of base briefs, visit

www.randolph.af.mil and click on ‘Round Randolph

SPORTS - HEALTH - FITNESS

Water aerobic classesWater aerobic classes

are offered Monday andWednesday from 10-11 a.m.at the center pool. Classescost $3.

For more information,contact the Fitness Centerat 652-7263.

Women’s golf leagueA women’s 9-hole golf

league starts Tuesday. Ifinterested, call Troy Gannat 652-4653 for moredetails and to sign up.

Youth registrationRegistration for flag

football, cheerleading(ages 5-15 years) andvolleyball (ages 9-15years) continues to runthrough Aug. 13. The costis $40 per youth and allsports and cheerleadingparticipants must have acurrent sports physicaland Youth Programsmembership at the timeof registration.

In addition, all partici-pants must present validproof of age, i.e. birth cer-tificate or military ID card.

Driving rangeThe Randolph Oaks driv-

ing range is closed Mondaymornings for maintenance.Golfers can buy a full bas-ket of balls for only $6 or ahalf-basket for $3.

The Randolph Oaks GolfCourse Pro Shop offers adebit key for only $60,which gives golfers 30half-baskets for the newdriving range machine.

For more information,call the golf course at652-4570

SportsBRIEFS

By Senior Airman Steve Bauer30th Space Wing Public Affairs

The Air Force triathlon team recentlyexcelled in all athletic categories at the2010 Armed Forces TriathlonChampionship June 5 at Naval BaseVentura County Point Mugu, Calif.

The Air Force team took first place in everycategory, including the fastest male (Capt.James Bales at 1 hour, 46 minutes, 32 sec-onds), fastest female (1st Lt. Kathy Rakel at2:00:04) and overall fastest team for both maleand female categories.

The competition was an Olympic-distancetriathlon consisting of a 1.5-kilometer swim,40-kilometer bike ride and a 10-kilometer run.The triathlon was open to service-selectedteams representing the Army, Marine Corps,Navy and Air Force.

The Air Force female’s team has come in atfirst place at this venue for the past three years.This was the first time the Air Force men’steam has won this competition since 2004.

“This was a more experienced team with ahigher caliber of athletes than prior years,”said Maj. Jonathan Mason, a 30th WeatherSquadron assistant director of operations.

Two Vandenberg Air Force Base Airmen,Major Mason and 1st Lt. Scott Tonder, a 392ndTraining Squadron space operations instruc-tor, contributed to the success of the Air ForceTriathlon Team. The two officers trainedtogether in preparation for the triathlon.

“It really helped training with LieutenantTonder, who ended up placing second forthe team and 11th overall,” Major Masonsaid. “His training and racing has reallyimproved over the last 12 months, and it iscontagious when you train with somebodythat is better than you.”

For Vandenberg AFB’s elite triathletes, beingselected to participate on the Air Force team inthe Armed Forces Triathlon Championship hasbecome an annual occurrence. LieutenantTonder competed in the triathlon in 2007through 2009, and Major Mason competedalongside him in 2008 and 2009.

“One of the highlights of my life and AirForce career was last Saturday at (the) ArmedForces Triathlon Championship,” Major Masonsaid. “It was the first time the men’s andwomen’s team swept the competition alongwith both individual champions coming fromone service. I was honored to be part of it andfor it to happen to the nicest and most profes-

sional group of people I know.”From a spectator’s perspective, the Air

Force team’s pregame strategy of stickingtogether during the bicycling event is whatcontributed to the success of the team, saidMaj. John Roberts, a 30th Space Wing directorof operations.

“From what I saw, the reason why the AirForce men’s team did so well was becausethey worked better as a team on the bicyclethan the other services did,” Major Robertssaid. “The place you come in is the amount ofpoints your team accrues. It’s like golf, thelower the points the better you place. The AirForce had the tightest, most consistent groupsfor both the male and female teams thereforethe best scores.”

The Air Force Triathlon Team (team mem-bers by rank, base, location and race time):• Maj. Spencer Cocanour, Headquarters PacificCommand, Hawaii (Coach)• Maj. Brian Denaro, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii (01:54:48)• Maj. Jonathan Mason, Vandenberg AFB(01:56:37)• Maj. William Poteet, Air Force Academy,Colo. (01:54:41)• Maj. Melissa Tallent, Langley AFB, Va.

(02:14:52)• Capt. James Bales, Lackland AFB, Texas(01:46:32)• Capt. Kenneth Corrigliano, Cannon AFB,N.M. (01:52:51)• Capt. Brian Hans, Chantilly, Va. (01:56:09)• Capt. Colleen O’Conner, Andrews AFB, Md.(02:14:17)• 1st Lt. Stephanie Hirst, Cape Canaveral, Fla.(02:14:47)• 1st Lt. Mitchell Kieffer, Eglin AFB, Fla.(01:59:44)• 1st Lt. Erin O’Conner, MacDill AFB, Fla.(02:22:42)• 1st Lt. Kathy Rakel, Luke AFB, Ariz.(02:00:04)• 1st Lt. Scott Tonder, Vandenberg AFB(01:52:39)• 2nd Lt. Brock Logan, U.S. Air ForceAcademy, Colo. (01:54:46)• Senior Master Sgt. Michael McCoy, ScottAFB, Ill. (01:54:19)• Tech. Sgt. Michael Berquist, Fairchild AFB,Wash. (01:56:15)• Staff Sgt. Aaron Appelwick, Sembach AirBase, Germany (Injured)• Senior Airman Jolene Wilkinson, Hill AFB,Utah (02:09:38)

AF team wins 2010 Armed Forces Triathlon

Photo by Maj. John RobertsMaj. Jonathan Mason (No. 34) and 1st Lt. Scott Toander (No. 37) competed in the 2010 ArmedForces Triathlon Championship June 5 at Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu, Calif.

The Rambler Fitness Center is open for the following holiday hours: July 2 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; July 3 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; July 4 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and July 5 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

To view the Randolph 2009 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report,visit www.randolph.af.mil and click on

“Water Quality Reports” under “Your link to Randolph”

WINGSPREADPAGE 10 JUNE 25, 2010

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