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  • Understanding sergeant's words: 'I've got your back'

    Seeing those newly selected staff sergeants brought back memories of when I was selected for staff sergeant. Actually, my thoughts went to the night I graduated Airman Leadership School. As I crossed the stage after receiving my completion certificate, my co-workers gathered to congratulate me and

  • Flightlines Submission: Analog Leadership in a Digital World

    In today's military, every service member is a leader, and we all live in a "digital world." Look around any gathering of people; most of us are online with some form of computer or electronic device the majority of time we are awake. At home station or deployed, portable electronic devices and

  • Red Morgan remembered: A 92nd Bombardment Group Medal of Honor recipient

    As we approach the end of July, I am reminded of a truly remarkable event in the heritage of the 92nd Air Refueling Wing that occurred on July 26, 1943. The lineage and honors of the 92nd ARW dates back to the 92nd Bombardment Group of World War II, a B-17 Flying Fortress unit that displayed

  • We are Fame's Favored Few: "Higher, Stronger, Faster"

    As I reflect on my time in command of the mighty 92nd Air Refueling Wing, I could not be prouder of you rising to the occasion each and every time over the past two years. What makes me most proud as your commander was you answered your nation's call and in the process, despite challenges that were

  • Airman Comprehensive Assessment: user's perspective

    "Hey ma'am, can we have a feedback session before you leave for your course?"Most of us would not ask their supervisors to initiate feedback, but the new Airman Comprehensive Assessment promises supervisee input and that promise is tempting enough to initiate feedback.Although it seemed a bit

  • My Alma Mater

    I recently visited my alma mater and although it doesn't have a football team, cheerleaders, or a mascot, it does provide a terrific gateway opportunity to secondary education. The Community College of the Air Force has been around since 1972 and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges

  • Scars of DUI: It ends with me

    As a young child, you don't think much if someone doesn't show up when they're supposed to because you have better, "more important" things to worry about; like bugs and dolls. They're just another shape flashing around you in your own little world.Occasionally, a child will stop and ask a question

  • Always an Airman

    As my final commentary on active duty, I would like to start by thanking the men and women of the 62nd Airlift Wing for your outstanding performance and service. It has been my honor and privilege to be your vice wing commander over the past two years. I am humbled and eternally grateful for the

  • CCAF reveals Airman's potential

    A Community College of the Air Force degree can mean a lot of different things, depending on who you ask.To some, it is something they need to get to attain the next rank. It's as simple as that, a stepping stone. Some will tell you it's the start of their education, a stop on their way to a

  • Focus on deliberate self-development

    I am an American Airman. I am a warrior. I have answered my nation's call. These words should resonate with each of us who have the honor and privilege of wearing the uniform. Each time I recite our creed, I feel a sense of pride. I hope every Airman reading this shares my sentiment. Each day you