02-10-2012 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston

Patriot Vol. 3, No. 6

Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, February 10, 2012

AMC command chief visits JB Charleston Chief Master Sgt. Richard "Andy" Kaiser speaks to enlisted Airmen at the Joint Base Charleston Air Base Theater Feb. 7.

Kaiser is the Air Mobility Command command chief and is the principal advisor to the commander and his senior staff on matters of health, welfare and morale, professional development and the effective utilization of more than 43,000 active duty and 71,000 Air Force Reserve Command and Air National Guard enlisted personnel assigned to the command. See more photos on Page 3.

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway

Fitness Center parking lot closes for repairs

INSIDE Tops in Blue

Charleston Airman comes home

The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron will be resurfacing the front parking lot of the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Fitness Center, Feb. 13 to 24.

The Fitness Center will remain open during this time, however patrons will need to park in the rear parking lots off of Davis Drive. The front parking lot on Hill Blvd. will be completely closed and there will be no access from the front parking lot to the back parking lots. Overflow parking will be available in the parking lots around the Base Theatre.

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Drug Testing Screening for additional drugs See page 6

Single? Bored?

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CES Firefighters Training for the worst See page 13

Charleston, SC Friday, February 10 U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle

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The 437th Airlift Wing Annual Awards Banquet was held Feb. 2 at the Charleston Club. The winners are listed in the order they received their awards.

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437th Airlift Wing Annual Awards Banquet

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Courtesy of Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs 437th Airlift Wing Airman of the Year Senior Airman Gina Trapani, 17th Airlift Squadron, 437th AW

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437th Airlift Wing Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Tech. Sgt. Michael Morris, 15th Airlift Squadron, 437th AW

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437th Airlift Wing Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year Master Sgt. Scott Mills, 16th Airlift Squadron, 437th AW

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437th Airlift Wing First Sergeant of the Year Master Sgt. Harley Davis, 437th Maintenance Operations Squadron

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437th Airlift Wing Junior Company Grade Officer of the Year 2nd Lt. Whitney Hayes, 437th Aerial Port Squadron 437th Airlift Wing Senior Company Grade Officer of the Year Capt. Nicholas Lee, 437th APS 437th Airlift Wing Category 1 Civilian of the Year Richard Eugley, 437th MOS 437th Airlift Wing Category 2 Civilian of the Year Scott Lewis, 437th Operation Support Squadron 437th Airlift Wing Volunteer of the Year Senior Airman Peter McDade, 16th AS, 437th AW

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COMMENTARY

Words of Wisdom - Live your life in the manner that you would like your kids to live theirs

By Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago Joint Base Charleston command chief

"Live your life in the manner that you would like your kids to live theirs."

– Michael Levine

Our wing chaplain, Chaplain Arroyo, spoke about these words during our Wing Standup last Monday. As I heard him talking, I meditated about the power of these words. What does this speak to us about?

The quote speaks about leadership of our own lives and then the power of living your dream: if

Feeding camels is a tiring, yet important task

By Tech. Sgt. Kevin Wallace 100th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs RAF MILDENHALL, England – When my 3-year-old asked me why I was going to the desert in 2004, my reply was simple. I said, "Daddy has to go feed the camels," and that was enough to sustain his curiosity. My seven and eight-yearolds didn't buy it.

Despite their doubt and his bewilderment, I went forth and tried my best to help by supporting ground and air operations in Iraq in an expeditionary maintenance squadron. This was my first deployment and though it seemed difficult at the

Get a life

By Lt. Col. Aaron Burgstein 1st Combat Camera Squadron Recently, while on leave, I limited myself to checking my e-mail only three times a day. I considered that to be pretty good and was quite pleased with my selfcontrol ... until my wife reminded me I was on leave and the squadron and Air Force would survive without me (see my previous commentary on leaving home).

We hear how important the work-life balance is. As leaders, we remind our Airmen to ensure they properly balance their work and home lives ... that they take leave and get some downtime. But how often do we actually stop to see what our own personal balance is?

I've heard many times that we need to take care of our families, because once we finish our time in the service, the Air Force won't be there for us but our families still will. That's very true. It's just as true that we recruit individuals and retain families.

That's why balance is so important. Not so we can meet our retention goals, but so those we do retain actually enjoy their work and have the support of their families. Without those components, will our Airmen ... will you ... be able to perform to the best of your abilities?

That's why we earn 30 days of leave each year. Not too many companies start you off with that many days of vacation paid vacation at that - from day one. We encourage our Airmen to take leave and offer all sorts of cool benefits, such as Space-A travel, special military hotels around the world and more. Yet how many people do you know who are carrying 60 to 90 days of leave at any one time?

It's important to recharge your batteries.

Our line of work can be grueling ... long hours and deployments are facts of life.

People need time away, time to relax. You can accomplish this a bit with hobbies some people workout, some people read, some people game - but those days of leave are there so can do just that; leave.

Remember to keep the balance. Find out what works for you. Ensure your Airmen are taking care of themselves and just as important, ensure you take care of yourself.

Your family, your Airmen and you, will thank you for it.

time, it was the easiest mission perhaps I'll ever endure.

After a mere 100 days in the theater, I returned to my assignment in Okinawa, Japan, as a changed man. While others went about their daily grinds, I went off to a foreign land to serve something greater than myself.

A few years and a forced retrain went by and I found myself working at Dover Air Force Base, Del., in the public affairs office. Back then, the 436th Airlift Wing was responsible for port mortuary operations and I got more than an ample opportunity to be part of the well-oiled machine that returned America's heroes with dignity, honor and respect.

Some days at Dover were harder than others.

Still, our mission was an important one and I was just glad I got to come home to my family every night.

My three-year-old was then a six-year-old and had no idea what Daddy did at work. He'd practically forgotten that I'd ever left a few years prior.

Then another set of orders came. Daddy was off to Afghanistan to serve an in-lieu-of tasking with the famed 101st Airborne Division's Screaming Eagles.

When I explained that I once again had to go feed the camels, his reply was much different.

"Why do you have to go feed the camels, Daddy," he asked, "why can't other people feed them?"

I explained that many fine Soldiers from Fort Campbell, Ky., were already in Afghanistan, but they were getting tired. That's why they asked the Air Force for some help and Daddy had to go help them, so some of them could go back to their kids.

He stared me straight in the eye with a piercing gaze of disbelief. I could see that he questioned why these camels were more important to me than he was. My heart skipped a beat but I stuck to my story. What he imagined was not the case at all and I knew with time he'd understand.

So off I went to serve 214 days with the Combined Joint Task Force-101 in the eastern provinces of Afghanistan and got well acquainted to a lifestyle and mission only a few Airmen ever experience. In fact, other than Airmen from the tactical air control party, pararescue, combat control, special operations weather, psychological operations and public affairs, you'll rarely ever find an Airman embedded with an infantry unit well outside the perimeter of a base.

In that mountainous terrain, I experienced emotions and saw things that will resonate with me for the rest of my life.

How do you explain that to a six-year-old?

It's easy – you don't. You simply say you are off to feed the camels.

But in reality I knew I was going to face a brutal enemy on his terms and in his terrain. By providing food, shelter and education to generations of Afghans, we hoped to remove hunger and oppression to feed the future of a country in need.

For 234 years, America's security has rested on the shoulders of those who were willing to answer the call when and where it came. For that same amount of time, I imagine parents have always tried to find ways to explain this to their children.

For me ... well, I simply say I'm off to feed the camels.

I continued to serve at Dover until I got orders to RAF Mildenhall, England.

We've been here about seven months and have

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enjoyed the country so far, but being in a highlydeployable career field, I knew I would get the call again eventually. Last week a message came saying it's my time to go to again.

Now my three-year-old is nearly nine, and my seven and eight-year-olds are 12 and 13. How do I muster a proper explanation to them? Should I simply say that Daddy must once again go feed the camels?

They won't buy it.

Still, this past weekend I told them that very thing – and no, they didn't buy it. Nonetheless, I'm compelled to go forward and do whatever I can to help.

Naysayers will tell you that we've been in this war for nine years. Those same naysayers may tell you that we can never win this war.

I disagree.

I wonder if they've ever gazed into the eyes of a child who was just used as a human shield or mustered the strength not to look into a room full of abused women's eyes in order to have the willpower to photograph those women's plight.

Perhaps then they'd have my same outlook.

Or would they continue to turn their backs?

I wonder if those same naysayers have ever walked a foot patrol and watched a small girl jump from rock to rock, swiftly navigating across her back yard – that field of land mines that she was just playing in – to simply ask for a chocolate bar. If they had, would they finally stop questioning whether or not we should be involved in a war half a world away? Maybe that would be enough for them to personally start chipping in.

The bottom line is: These people need us.

I don't know if my children will ever understand the choices I live by or have forced them to live with. I don't know if they'll ever agree with the sacrifices I continue to make in a dream that someday I can help quench that seemingly endless thirst for water and hunger for food in Afghanistan. I guess for the foreseeable future, I'll never know.

What I do know is there are people waiting for me. So, this autumn I'll answer their call. We are making sacrifices today for a better tomorrow. We must continue to believe that.

After all, if we don't help now, in the future it'll be our kids telling their children they're off to feed the camels.

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we live in this manner, we become the testimony to others that we can craft a better life. There is hope and transformational power in seeing this in action every day, as we become a symbol and agents of change in our circles.

This week, share and BE GREAT! Always motivated, Chief LugoSantiago

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AMC command chief visits Joint Base Charleston

U.S. Air Force photo / Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway

Chief Master Sgt. Richard "Andy" Kaiser receives an Air Force symbol from Master Sgt. George Greene at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Feb. 6. Kaiser is the Air Mobility Command command chief and is the principal advisor to the commander and his senior staff on matters of health, welfare and morale, professional development and the effective utilization of more than 43,000 active duty and 71,000 Air Force Reserve Command and Air National Guard enlisted personnel assigned to the command. Greene is a 437th Maintenance Squadron section chief of metals technology, 437th Airlift Wing.

Airman 1st Class Robert Hardy III speaks to Chief Master Sgt. Richard "Andy" Kaiser as he takes an Explosive Ordinance Disposal tour at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Feb. 7. Hardy is a 628th Civil Engineeg Squadron EOD apprentice.

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The Patriot • February 10, 2012

Focus on safe driving while on JB Charleston

By Capt. Matthew Foisy 628th Security Forces Squadron Cell phone distractions, including non-hands free use and texting, continue to be one of the highest contributors to vehicular accidents on roadways each year. Phone texting was the leading cause in more than 3,000 traffic fatalities last year and currently accounts for more than 25 percent of vehicle accidents nationwide.

Recent national studies have found more than 37 percent of drivers have received or sent texts while driving and 18 percent do so on a regular basis. More than 52 traffic citations were issued on Joint Base Charleston in 2011 to drivers utilizing cell phones while driving.

Another disturbing trend is the fact that more than 63 percent of people killed in vehicle accidents were not wearing seatbelts, which continues to be the leading contributor to vehicle accident related deaths. More than 30 citations were issued on JB Charleston in 2011 to drivers not utilizing seatbelts.

In South Carolina, the law requires every driver and all occupants of a motor vehicle, when it is being operated on the public streets and highways of this state, to wear a fastened

safety belt that complies with all provisions of federal law.

Furthermore, Presidential Executive Order 13043 requires each operator and passenger occupying any seating position of a motor vehicle on a Defense installation whose seat is equipped with a seat belt or child restraint system to have the seat belt or child restraint system properly fastened as required by law at all times when the vehicle is in motion.

Presidential Executive Order 13513 directs federal employees not to engage in text messaging while driving government-owned vehicles, when using electronic equipment supplied by the government while driving or while driving privately owned vehicles when they're on official government business. The JB Charleston Supplement to Air Force Instruction 31-218 Motor Vehicle Traffic Supervision further prohibits the use of cellular devices in a non-hands free manor for all personnel driving on the installation.

If you are pulled over for not wearing a seatbelt, to include passengers, or if you are stopped for driving while distracted, which includes non-hands free cellular phone use and texting, the following may apply: - 1st offense: 18 days suspension of base driving privileges - 2nd offense: 90 days suspension of base driving privileges

Passenger Movement Office and Commercial Ticket Office moving Courtesy of 437th Aerial Port Squadron Passenger Services office, 427th Airlift Wing The Traffic Management Flight Passenger Movement Section and the Commercial Travel Office will move to Bldg. 503, Rm. 115, Feb. 17.

The new location is located across from the wing headquarters building and next to the base flag poles at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base. The move will place the Passenger Movement Section next to the Personal Property Section of the Traffic Management Office.

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- 3rd offense: One year suspension of base driving privileges The 628th Security Forces Squadron will be ramping up traffic education and enforcement during the coming weeks in an effort to ensure JB Charleston remains a safe environment.

These policies are enforceable within all JB Charleston areas of jurisdiction.

For the Air Base, the boundary begins at the edge of Dorchester Rd. prior to entering the Dorchester Gate, and after exiting the Arthur Drive Gate, the boundary includes Arthur Drive to the intersection of Aviation Ave. On the Weapons Station, the boundary begins at the railroad tracks and includes all of Red Bank Rd. and on the south side begins at the edge of Remount Rd. prior to entering the south gate.

If you find yourself in a situation where you believe you have been wrongfully pulled over, there is an appeals process available. The appeals process is the time to argue your case and not when Security Forces have pulled you over on the side of the road.

For any questions in regards to JB Charleston's traffic policy or the appeals process, contact the 628th SFS Reports and Analysis section at 963-3625.

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Commercial Travel Office provides official travel assistance for all uniformed service members, Department of Defense civilian employees, family members and non-DoD personnel when travel orders authorize travel and transportation. They make official travel arrangements on the AMC rotator, commercial airlines and chartered buses.

They also provide reservations and ticketing for those who are going on temporary duty and permanent change of station.

Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Contact the CTO at 9633059 or 963-3066 for more information.

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Feb. 26 - Musical Unity Tribute and Dinner at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Chapel at 4 p.m. A free dinner immediately follows the tribute.

Feb. 29 - Luncheon featuring guest speaker Dr. Annette West at the Charleston Club from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pay in advance or at the door.

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Reservists continue Haiti humanitarian relief Story and photo by Capt. Wayne Capps 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The Denton program allowed this cargo to be transported on standard overseas training missions. Many flight crewmembers accomplished aircrew currency items and evaluations.

Fugle, a traditional Reservist who works full time with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency, received a no-notice check ride or spot evaluation on the flight, a random quality control evaluation to ensure standardization of training.

Fugle also sees these missions as a nice change of pace. "Most missions we fly supply the war fighter on the ground. While both missions are rewarding, I like the satisfaction that comes with help- Tech. Sgt. Josh Fugle, 701st Airlift Squadron loadmaster, guides a forklift to unload ing people in need," he said. humanitarian aid in Port-Au-Price, Haiti. The 315th Airlift Wing delivered nearly 56,000 lbs.

"Money is tight everywhere and of cargo on a recent mission. the taxpayer gets a lot of value out of a mission where we accomplish the training that we need and dreds of families by delivering these supplies."

The relief missions are part of ongoing efforts to provide do some good for people in need," said Master Sgt. Tom House, the evaluator loadmaster on the flight. "Flying missions like these humanitarian aid to the Haitian people. is a good way to spend the weekend; we were able to help hun-

PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI – Reservists from the 315th Airlift Wing at Joint Base Charleston delivered almost 56,000 lbs. of humanitarian aid to the island nation of Haiti last weekend.

The three-day mission involved two C-17 Globemaster III aircraft delivering medical supplies, food, clothing, a van and construction equipment valued at approximately $40,000 to schools and medical clinics in Dumbay, Haiti.

"These missions may seem like any ordinary mission but you have to put it all into perspective. This cargo will do a lot of good for a lot of people," said Tech. Sgt. Josh Fugle, a 701st Airlift Squadron loadmaster who was on the mission.

"Missions like these make me feel good to be part of this organization."

These missions were made possible by the Denton Amendment, a State Department program allowing the delivery of donated humanitarian aid to fly on Air Force assets on a space available basis. Since October 2011, the 315th AW has flown five missions to Haiti delivering more than 89,000 lbs. of humanitarian supplies using the Denton program.

"It is unbelievable that just an hour away from the United States, kids are starving like that. It was good to be able to help them," said Lt. Col. John Riordan, 701st pilot. "I get a sense of self satisfaction flying these missions and it makes you feel fortunate to be a U.S. citizen and to be in the position to help."

Real-world mission helps Reserve Aerial Porters prepare for deployment Story and photo by Capt. Wayne Capps 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

medical clinics in Dumbay, Haiti, and picked up and delivered cargo to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

Carabetta also feels participating in this mission will help him on his upcoming six-month deployment.

"It was an opportunity to refresh my skills as an aerial porter and it reinforces that what we are doing is important. That is something to take back to the Airmen who will be working with me who may only see one side of the mission," said Carabetta.

Delivering supplies to Haiti was an eye-opening experience for Master Sgt. Kevin Mitchell, also from the 81st APS. "It feels good to be a part of this mission and it was a great opportunity to see the mission from start to finish," he said. "Missions like these are important for utilizing and refreshing the skills that we have A C-17 Globemaster III and crew from the 701st Airlift Squadron, not used in a while. This mission definitely helped us 315th Airlift Wing, deliver humanitarian aid in Port-Au-Price, for our deployment." prepare Haiti. The 315th AW delivered nearly 56,000 lbs. of cargo on a The relief missions are part of ongoing efforts to recent mission. provide humanitarian aid to the Haitian people and people benefit from your work puts things into perspec- were made possible by the Denton Amendment, a State tive."

Department program that allows donated humanitarian The group helped deliver medical supplies, food, cloth- supplies to fly on Air Force assets on a space available ing and construction equipment bound for schools and basis.

PORT-AU-PRINCE, HAITI – A humanitarian mission to Haiti turned into the perfect training opportunity to help prepare a group of reserve Aerial Porters for upcoming deployments.

Reservists from the 81st Aerial Port Squadron at Joint Base Charleston embarked on a three-day mission last weekend to help deliver humanitarian supplies to Haiti in preparation for upcoming deployments.

"It feels good to belong to an organization with the resources and ability to be able to provide aid to those in need and to be part of the team that delivered the supplies is very rewarding," said Tech. Sgt. Alvin Casiano, an 81st APS aerial porter.

The training missions consisted of two C-17 Globemaster IIIs along with a group of aerial porters delivering almost 56,000 lbs. of humanitarian supplies.

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DoD drug testing program to screen for more prescription drugs

By Karen Parrish American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON – The Defense Department's drug-testing program is expanding to add screening for two additional prescription medications to the range of legal and illegal drugs it currently detects.

Joe Angello, the department's director of operational readiness and safety, told Pentagon Channel and American Forces Press Service reporters the two drugs added to the screening program – hydrocodone and benzodiazepines – are nationally among the most abused prescription drugs now on the market.

The program already tests for codeine and morphine, he noted.

As patterns of drug misuse change, the drug testing program responds by adding more testing procedures, he noted.

Hydrocodone is a component of a number of prescription painkillers, including Vicodin, while benzodiazepines are a class of antidepressant medication present in a range of drugs that includes Xanax and Valium.

Angello said the DoD announced the new screenings 90 days before they would take effect, which is unprecedented in the more than 40 years since military drug testing began. The memorandum went out Tuesday.

"The memorandum is giving you a 90-day warning order," Angello said. A service member addicted to prescription drugs, he added, should seek medical help.

"Don't get caught in a drug test," Angello urged. "There [are] no penalties, there's no stigma, attached to [self-referral for medical] help here."

Service members with prescriptions for the two drugs will not be subject to disciplinary action for using them within the

dosage and time prescribed, Angello said.

To anyone who has medication remaining from an expired prescription, he added, "Don't use those."

Such drugs should be turned in for disposal, but should not be flushed, he noted, as they can contaminate the water supply.

"If nothing else, you can always turn them in through your local military police," Angello said.

Drug abuse among service members is significantly lower than in the civilian population, he said, but has a potentially much greater effect in the military.

"You're not at your peak mental acuity when you're using drugs," he said. "The military has some of the finest men and women this nation has to offer; we cannot have people in the business of arms with drug impairments."

Reusing or sharing prescription medications? Don't risk it!

By Capt. Francisco Boral 99th Medical Support Squadron NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. – Have you checked your medicine cabinet lately? You may have unwanted antibiotics from a recent infection, surplus pain medication from when you had your wisdom teeth removed or extra sleeping pills from a recent bout of insomnia.

There are several reasons you may have leftover medications: you may have felt better and stopped your antibiotics early, which is never a good idea; your pain may have stopped and left you with extra tablets or your problem may be seasonal, like certain allergies.

When you have leftover medications, you should never take them the next time you feel sick, share them with a sick friend or flush them down a toilet. These actions can lead to potential misuse or abuse.

Prescription drug misuse and abuse is occurring more and more and it happens when someone intentionally takes a prescription medication in a way other than as prescribed.

According to the 2009 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than seven million Americans currently abuse prescription drugs. A common misconception is that prescription drugs are safe under any circumstance because a doctor assigns them to us. The truth is that, while prescription medications can play an important role in our overall health, they also can have serious health risks when misused or abused.

So what's really wrong with taking leftover medications? A medication is prescribed for a specific condition. For example, specific antibiotics are effective against particular bacterial infections. That leftover antibiotic may not be effective against a new infection. In fact, taking an antibiotic for less than its full course of therapy may cause bacteria to become resistant and more difficult to treat.

Sharing leftover prescription drugs with friends or family members also may have dangerous consequences. The shared medication may interact with your friend's current medications

or an underlying medical condition, the dose may be wrong for your friend's body size or weight, or a serious side effect or allergic reaction may develop. Sharing medications bypasses simple safety checks that doctors and pharmacists perform to prevent these types of occurrences.

Sharing prescription medication not only is dangerous to your health, in some cases it is illegal. The Air Force's policy on drug abuse applies to the use of illicit drugs and to the wrongful use and distribution of controlled prescription medications. Controlled substances are prescription drugs with a potential for abuse that can lead to addiction and dependence.

Have you ever noticed a warning label on your prescription that says "CAUTION: Federal law prohibits the transfer of this drug to any person other than the patient for whom it was prescribed?" This shows that it is a crime to share, possess or use someone else's controlled medications. This act is punishable under Article 112a of the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Wrongful use of medications may result in forfeiture of pay, loss of rank, dishonorable discharge or confinement.

To dispose of your medications, do not flush them down a toilet or put them down a sink. Only a few select medications with a high potential for abuse have been recommended by the Food and Drug Administration for flushing. You may refer to the FDA website or check with the pharmacy for a complete list of approved medications for flushing. For medications not recommended for flushing by the FDA, contact your local trash and recycling service if a drug take-back collection program is available or check with local law enforcement stations for the location of drug disposal boxes and sites.

Having unused or expired prescription medications in the house increases the risk of misuse and abuse. Help safeguard your family's health and your career by disposing of unused prescription medications appropriately. Prescription misuse and abuse is not only dangerous, but it is also incompatible with the Air Force way of life.

The Drug Enforcement Administration sponsors a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day campaign every six months and provides venues to safely dispose of expired, unused or unwanted prescription medications. The Joint Base Charleston Drug Demand Reduction Office is planning to participate in the next event tentatively scheduled for April 28. We'll provide more information as it becomes available.

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On top of the world: Tops in Blue Airman returns home

By Airman 1st Class Tom Brading Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs At the age of seven, Petrice Brown had no idea where her passion for singing would lead her, but from her humble beginnings singing in a church in the small town of Cochran, Ga., to performing in front of thousands of people around the world, Brown has remained an Airman with class.

More than 13 years later, Brown, a senior airman assigned to the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron, was still pursuing her love of singing. Last year, she auditioned and was selected to be part of the Air Force’s premier showcase, Tops in Blue.

Tops in Blue is a travelling entertainment ensemble formed in 1953 and made up of activeduty Airmen. The entertainment group performs more than 120 shows to service members and their families all around the world.

With the tour coming to a close, Brown will be returning to her home base at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base.

“I’m very excited to return to Charleston,” said Brown. “It’s a great place to come back to.”

For the last 12 months, Brown has travelled the world as a member of Tops in Blue and performed in front of thousands of people.

“Travelling the world in a year was amazing,” said Brown. “What’s even more amazing is that I entertained so many people while doing it.”

While on tour with Tops in Blue in Europe, Brown entertained packed coliseums filled with screaming fans that couldn’t speak English.

U.S. Air Force photos / Staff Sgt. Nicole Mickle “It didn’t matter that we didn’t speak the same language,” said Brown. “The energy we shared Senior Airman Patrice Brown sings during the Tops in Blue show at the North Charleston was universal.”

Performing Arts Center Feb. 9. Brown has been performing with the Air Force's premiere Twenty-five countries in Europe was only part of her incredible journey. Tops in Blue also showcase for almost a year. She auditioned in 2011 at Joint Base Charleston while assigned to the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron and has performed in more than 100 shows toured the United States, singing songs filled with patriotism and showmanship.

After a performance in Clear, Alaska, Brown was approached by a young girl. The girl, no around the world. older than 12, had just finished watching Brown sing.

Even though the family wasn’t “You’re beautiful,” the girl said, star struck at the sight of Brown. “When I brought back together until he grow up, I want to be a singer, returned home, this small gesture of just like you.” being a Wingman boosted their “It was the subtle moments morale and helped them feel conalong the way, such as the one in nected during a very difficult time Alaska, which made the biggest in their lives. impact,” Brown said. “Those are Tops in Blue routinely performs the moments I’ll always look for deployed service members back on with pride.”

Southwest Asia. throughout “I’ve seen plays in London,” However, entertainment shows are said Brown. “I’ve performed in only the beginning of the impact my dream city of Paris, spent my they make. In addition to performbirthday in the Azores, performed for the original Tuskegee Senior Airman Patrice Brown sings during the Tops in Blue show at the ances, they organized Skype video North Charleston Performing Arts Center Feb. 9. Brown has been per- calls to home during the holidays as Airmen and sang in front of hunforming with the Air Force's premiere showcase for almost a year. She dreds of deployed service mem- auditioned in 2011 at Joint Base Charleston while assigned to the 628th well as passed out gifts and let servbers in Afghanistan, Qatar and Logistics Readiness Squadron and has performed in more than 100 ice members get pictures with Santa to send home.

Kuwait. The feeling was, safe to shows around the world.

“Helping deployed service say, like I was on top of the members was an honor,” said Brown. “I’m so proud to be part of something that gives back to world.”

For the 21-year-old Brown, every day she those that give so much.”

“The experience was humbling,” said Brown. “Because of this, I’ve grown. I can see how my saw her dreams come true while helping others time with Tops in Blue has matured me and how it will be a positive effect on not only the rest live theirs.

After a performance, Brown met the spouse of my Air Force career, but the rest of my life.”

Brown also credits the Tops in Blue staff she worked with on pushing her for perfection and and young baby of a deployed Airman. Like most Senior Airman Patrice Brown sings during the spouses she met, was very proud of her loved one inspiring her to be a version of herself she never knew existed.

Tops in Blue show at the North Charleston “I’m an Airman first,” said Brown. “The Tops in Blue staff made sure we knew this. We are Performing Arts Center Feb. 9. Brown has but missed him very much. ambassadors for the Air Force and how we conduct ourselves is a reflection of that.”

A few months later, Brown met the spouse’s been performing with the Air Force's premiere Some people may think touring with Tops in Blue is a break from active-duty life. deployed husband during a meet and greet, showcase for almost a year. She auditioned in Blue isn’t a vacation,” said Brown. “All the travelling, rehearsals and performances “Tops while performing in Afghanistan.

The husband, in 2011 at Joint Base Charleston while assigned to the 628th Logistics Readiness aware that his family had attended the Tops in are hard work. However, I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.”

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Joint Base Charleston welcomes nine new chief master sergeants

U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best

Joint Base Charleston welcomes their newest chief master sergeants during the Chief’s Recognition Ceremony, Feb. 4 at the Charleston Club at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base. Pictured left to right are Senior Master Sgt. Jason Winegar, 437th Maintenance Group Quality Assurance officer, 437th Airlift Wing, Senior Master Sgt. Kendrick Shropshire, 437th Maintenance Squadron Maintenance Flight flight chief, 437th AW, Senior Master Sgt. Barry Sessions, 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron assistant flight chief, Senior Master Sgt. Christopher Mong, 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Blue Aircraft Maintenance Unit flight chief, Senior Master Sgt. Philip Hudson, 437th Operations Group, Special Operations Division superintendent, 437th AW, Senior Master Sgt. Terry Jones, 437th Operations Support Squadron Aviation Resource Management Flight and Wing 1C0X2 functional manager, 437th AW, Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Alexander, 701st Airlift Squadron Loadmaster Section superintendent, and Chief Master Sgt. James Macko, 315th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Blue Aircraft Maintenance Unit flight chief. Not pictured is Senior Master Sgt. Nathaniel Hawkins, 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Management Flight superintendent.

Diamond Sharp Colonel Richard McComb (left) and Chief Master Sgt. Jose LugoSantiago (right) recognize February's Diamond Sharp winners at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base Charleston Club Feb. 7.

The Diamond Sharp recipients are (front row from left) Senior Airman Taylor Savage, 628th Medical Group, Staff Sgt. Aaron Hellman 373rd Training Squadron, and Airman 1st Class Tom Brading, 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs.

Pictured with the Diamond Sharp winners are Master Sgt. Christopher Robinson, 628th MDG, Master Sgt. Julius Walker, 373rd TRS Squadron and Master Sgt. John Gott, 628th ABW /PA. Diamond Sharp awardees are Airmen chosen by their first sergeants for their excellent performance. McComb is the JB Charleston commander and LugoSantiago is the JB Charleston command chief.

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Programs provide single military members recreational opportunities

By Senior Airman Ian Hoachlander 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs Joint Base Charleston now offers two programs directed toward serving single and unaccompanied military members in order to provide a variety of recreational programs designed to meet the needs and interests of the military community.

The Air Force Single Airman Initiative Program and Navy Liberty Program are available to single military members to help instill confidence in junior members and introduce them to new recreational opportunities which might not otherwise be made available.

The goal of these programs is to provide resources to build camaraderie and create a strong sense of community for single military members.

"The Liberty Program first began as a result of the 1987 Master Chiefs Morale, Welfare and Recreation Symposium," explained Amanda Young, JB Charleston Weapon Station's Liberty Program manager.

"There were many programs offered for families and retirees, but none existed to meet the unique needs of the single military members between the ages of 18 to 25."

The Single Airman Program was initiated in January based on feedback from the 2011 Caring For People forum, which provided Air Force members an opportunity to express their opinions on quality of life issues via an online survey.

According to Eryn Pope, JB Charleston Air Base's Single Airman Program manager, the Single Airman Program is focused on four core areas to include Wi-Fi, creating new programs, purchasing equipment and setting up life skills classes.

"These programs are set up to reach out to a target demographic which are underserved," said Pope. "Our goal is to keep service members from becoming bored and unhappy. In

order to help make military members more resilient and help members bounce back from any depression they feel, we need to spread the word about our program to gain base-wide interest."

Both programs offer trips, themed events, classes and tournaments tailored to a variety of demographics. Events include skydiving trips, river tubing trips, overnight trips to Universal Studios Orlando and Zombie Apocalypse Paintball Wars.

The Single Airman and Liberty Programs coordinate events activities and through suggestions and feedback from service members around the base.

With funding approved by leadership based on requests from service members, trips are available to eligible individuals at low to no cost.

"Along with the events we offer, the Liberty Program also offers a free Liberty Lounge," explained Erin Venditti, the Liberty Program's assistant manager. "At this lounge, service members can check their e-mail and Facebook page on our computers or bring their laptops while taking advantage of free Wi-Fi. The Liberty Lounge also offers members a chance to play video games on an Xbox 360 or Playstation 3."

The Liberty Lounge, located on the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command campus next to the galley, also has equipment available to play pool, ping-pong, watch movies or even record their own music in a recording studio which includes an electronic drum-set, keyboard, acoustic guitars, bass guitars with a multi-effect pedal and more. All items are available to check-out for free.

For service members interested in receiving more information about the Air Base's Single Airman Program, visit www.facebook.com/SAIJBC, www.jbcharleston.com or contact Eryn Pope at 963-8815. For information on the Weapon Station's Liberty Program, e-mail the Liberty staff at liberty@jbcharleston.com or call the Liberty Lounge at 637-8929.

Class 1106 graduates from NNPTC Left: Ensign Kevin Plumer receives the Vice Adm. Behrens award from Capt.

Dennis Carpenter during the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command graduation ceremony for class 1106 at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Feb. 3. The Behrens award recognizes the graduating officer with the highest grade-point average. Plumer earned an overall GPA of 3.87.

Carpenter is the Submarine Squadron 19 commander.

U.S. Navy photos / Petty Officer 2nd Class Brannon Deugan

Right: Fireman Stephen Adams receives the Class Honorman award from Capt. Dennis Carpenter during the Naval Nuclear Power Training Command graduation ceremony for class 1106 at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Feb. 3. The Class Honorman is the Sailor with the highest grade point average for the enlisted class. Adams, a Machinist’s Mate, earned an overall GPA of 3.93.

Carpenter is the Submarine Squadron 19 commander.

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By Chief Petty Officer Daniel Shore The Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station VITA Tax office is changing hours to 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., beginning Feb. 13. This change is necessary in order to better support our clientele.

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Naval Support Activity names Sailors of the Quarter Congratulations to Naval Support Activity Sailor of the Quarter Petty Officer 1st Class William Carmer (left), Junior Sailor of the Quarter Petty Officer 2nd Class Ryan Scalf and Blue Jacket of the Quarter Seaman Jason Lichter. Carmer is a Master-At-Arms assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron, Scalf is a Culinary Specialist assigned to the Rainbow Row Galley and Lichter is a Seaman assigned to the 628th SFS.

U.S. Navy photo / Petty Officer 2nd Class Brannon Deugan

Reservists train under cloak of darkness

By Senior Airman Bobby Pilch 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

assigned to the 701st AS, described the details of the training mission beginning with air refueling in a three-ship formation, regrouping and then perUnder the cloak of darkness, Reservists assigned to the forming an airdrop.

701st and 300th Airlift Squadrons, along with active duty During air refueling, each C-17 must slowly fly members from the 17th Airlift Squadron, 437th Airlift Wing, into position underneath the tail of a Boeing KC-135 partnered with the 1st Combat Camera Squadron to perform Stratotanker and connect with the tail-mounted refunight airdrop and refueling training Jan. 31. eling boom. At night, the only visible markers on the Night training is one of the critical requirements for flight KC-135 are several dimly lit lights along the tail and crews who command the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, as "fuel boom." Once connected, the KC-135 can disthis type of training is frequently utilized during real-world pense approximately 6,000 lbs of fuel per minute. missions.

The airdrop involves executing four passes, two Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Alexander Jr., a loadmaster are "dry-runs" and the next two consist of dropping two Container Delivery System bundles per drop, said Alexander. Each CDS U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Bobby Pilch bundle weighs approximately 2,200 Senior Master Sgt. Benjamin Alexander Jr., 701st Airlift Squadron pounds and is equipped with a parachute loadmaster, sits idle moments before executing the release of cargo to deliver contents safely on the ground, during the night air drop training mission aboard a C-17 Globemaster bringing the total weight to 2,320 pounds III aircraft Jan. 31. per bundle.

"Normally, you will have ammunition met and gloves on every flight," said Senior Airman Asha or food to supply the troops," said Alexander.

Kin, a photographer assigned to the 1 CTCS. "I make sure Safety and preparation are a primary concern everything is zipped up and strapped down." when planning any mission. The flight crew and Kin also knew she had to have her long-lens for her cammembers of the 1 CTCS team attend a pre-flight era so that she could capture the cargo exiting the aircraft briefing to review mission details several hours without getting too close and minimizing safety. before takeoff and perform a thorough equipment The training executed during this particular mission took check once on the aircraft. place locally, but in a moment's notice, these troops can be For this particular mission, the flight crew had called upon to perform their duties in an actual situation.

U.S. Air Force photo / 1st Lt. Joseph Simms "I really enjoy what I am doing," said Alexander with a A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft is parked on the flightline awaiting its crew approximately two hours and 45 minutes from the from the 701st Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, SC. Reservists time they were on alert until take-off to prepare said wide grin. "I have been doing it for 28 years and I've got from the 701 AS train aboard a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during a night Alexander. about 13,000 flight hours. I recommend this for anybody airdrop and air refueling mission Jan. 31.

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628th CES firefighters test readiness

Firefighter David Wise, in full personal protective equipment, climbs aboard a fire truck in response to an exercise at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, Feb. 2. The exercise was held to test the unit’s response time as well as simulate fighting a fire at a home in the MenRiv Housing area. Wise is a firefighter assigned to the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Civil Engineer Fire Department.

Firefighters from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Civil Engineer Fire Department Station Six, respond to a simulated fire at a home in the MenRiv Housing area at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station during an exercise Feb. 2. The first fire truck to report on scene is required to be in position within four to seven minutes of the emergency call. A second truck arrives on the scene within seven to 10 minutes to assist the first truck.

Firefighter Dominic Rend mans the nozzle as Firefighter Michael Brady holds down the hose with his foot and supports his partner as they simulate extinguishing a fire during an exercise at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station Feb. 2. The exercise was held to test the unit’s response to a simulated fire at a home in the Menriv Housing area. Rend and Brady are both assigned to the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Civil Engineer Fire Department.

Senior Airman Craig Burnett dons his personal protective equipment gear as he prepares to rescue a fallen firefighter as part of a Rapid Intervention Team during an exercise at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, Feb 2. The exercise was held to test the unit’s response times as well as simulate putting out a fire at a home in the MenRiv Housing area. Burnett is a member of the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron, Civil Engineer Fire Department.

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By Senior Airman Anthony Hyatt 628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs "Please cover your left eye and read the lowest line you can see," is a common phrase heard at any optometry clinic. Joint Base Charleston currently has three different clinics: the JB Charleston - Air Base Optometry Clinic, the Naval Health Clinic Charleston Optometry Clinic and the Department of Defense/Veteran Affairs Joint Optometry Clinic, both on JB Charleston - Weapons Station.

Each clinic offers virtually the same services including eye examinations, which include visual acuity checks, repairing glasses, color vision testing and comprehensive exams.

These clinics also service corneal refractive surgery patients and conduct contact lens update appointments, according to Capt. Syreeta Lawrence, 628th Medical Group Optometry flight commander.

The Air Base and Weapons Station Optometry Clinics provide eye care primarily to active duty service members, Reservists on special orders and special populations, like diabetics, but the DoD/VA Joint Optometry Clinic can see active duty dependants, eligible retirees and their dependants enrolled in TRICARE Prime as well as eligible veterans, according to Johnny Knight, NHCC Optometry Clinic manager.

The Air Base Optometry Clinic sees an estimate of 200 to 300 patients per month and is normally booked out two to four weeks, said Lawrence.

"We see a tremendous amount of patients each month (at the Air Base Optometry Clinic), probably one patient every 20 minutes," said Jason Hale, 628th MDG optometry technician.

A three-person staff currently operates the Air Base Optometry Clinic, while the NHCC Optometry Clinic is run by a four-person staff and the DoD/VA Joint Optometry Clinic has a five-person staff.

Whether you're due for a routine eye exam or looking for more details on refractive surgery, any one of the three optometry clinics is more than capable of assisting you.

"Your eyes are more than vision, so you want to make sure they're healthy," said Lawrence.

For more information or to set-up an appointment, call the Air Base Optometry Clinic at 963-6880, the Naval Health Clinic Charleston Optometry Clinic at 794-6221/6880 or the DoD/VA Joint Optometry Clinic at 794-6221 or 577-5011 ext. 3190.

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Capt. Syreeta Lawrence uses a slit lamp on a patient Jan. 31 at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base.

A slit lamp provides a stereoscopic magnified view of the eye structures in detail, enabling an anatomical diagnosis to be made for a variety of eye conditions. Both the Air Base and the Weapons Station clinics provide eye care to active duty service members and Reservists on special orders. The most common services provided are eye examinations, visual acuity checks, repairing glasses, color vision test and comprehensive exams. Lawrence is an optometrist from the 628th Medical Group.

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By Joe Puryear Army & Air Force Exchange Public Affairs At 116 years of age, the Army & Air Force Exchange Service may not have "moves like Jagger" but its shoppers are getting plenty of satisfaction according to a recent American Customer Satisfaction Index survey.

The ACSI was developed to provide information on satisfaction with the quality of products and services available to consumers. In the latest survey, the Exchange scored higher than ever before as its operations equalled the industry of excellence.

In addition to the ACSI, the Exchange relies on a Customer Service Index to provide localized, real-time snapshots of the job Exchange facilities do to improve the value of support provided to Airmen and Sailors and their families.

Here at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, the Exchange's CSI

score for 2011 was an 82, five points above the overall Exchange average of 77.

"We're excited about the satisfaction level shown by our Exchange shoppers," said Angela Mauras, JB Charleston Air Base Exchange general manager. "We continue to maintain an intense focus on customer satisfaction in an effort to meet, or beat, shoppers' expectations.

The CSI survey, which addresses customer service, pricing, sales associate availability, merchandise assortment and many more key issues, is administered at 130 Exchange main stores around the world. The next CSI survey will take place at JB Charleston - Air Base in the fall of 2012.

"Feedback from military shoppers is an invaluable tool in our on-going effort to provide the best service possible," said Mauras. "Both the ACSI and CSI enable us to ensure that when Airmen and Sailors shop, the JB Charleston - Air Base Exchange is top of mind and their first choice."

Fiscal austerity requires leveraging 'total force'

By Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief of Air Force Reserve Lt. Gen. Charles Stenner and Air National Guard Director Lt. Gen. Bud Wyatt WASHINGTON – In wartime and peacetime, the total force construct is virtually seamless, with Guardsmen and Reserve service members who are indistinguishable from their active-component peers. Our recent air operations in Libya are but the latest example.

The ability of our Guardsmen and Reservists to deploy on short notice and seamlessly integrate with the active force is unique and was absolutely vital in Libya. One critical reason the total force works so well in the Air Force is that many Guardsmen and Reservists are subject matter experts who work in related fields – such as pilots and aircraft mechanics – in their civilian jobs.

Given the fiscal austerity that lies ahead, we recognize the need for balance and maximum efficiency in the Air Force. In order to meet future challenges, the Air Force remains committed to a total force approach because the solution is, by necessity, a total force solution. We know that if we gut the Guard and Reserve, we gut the entire Air Force because they represent a substantial portion of our overall capacity and capability.

Air Force restructuring therefore will occur across the

entire force, consistent with future trends and potential threats, the national security strategy, and our collective priorities and capabilities.

Such restructuring requires tough choices, and communication is critical if we are to achieve the "win-win" outcomes we all desire. To that end, there was a particularly concerted effort to work together in these austere times; the level of participation was unprecedented. Across-the-board involvement by senior active, Guard and Reserve Air Force leaders and state adjutants general demonstrated everyone's commitment to this important endeavor.

Additionally, the three of us work closely together in Air Force budget deliberations. All of these efforts are aimed at ensuring transparency and meaningful senior leader discussions on active, Reserve and Guard force structure, manning and institutional support.

When all is said and done, two things are certain. First, all three components – active, Guard and Reserve – are going to be smaller, consistent with the new defense strategy and the Budget Control Act of 2011's fiscal limits. Second and most importantly, we will remain a superb fighting force because our people – your total force Airmen – remain committed to excellence. The nation deserves, and rightly demands, no less. By maximizing the potential of all aspects of our total force, we will maintain the Air Force's readiness and effectiveness throughout this period of fiscal austerity and well into the future.."

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Air Force announces force structure overview for FY 13 and beyond

By Ann Stefanek Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs WASHINGTON â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Air Force officials announced proposed force structure changes which support the new DoD strategic guidance retiring 286 aircraft over the next five years, including 227 in fiscal year 13.

According to Secretary of the Air Force, Michael Donley, the Air Force is shaping itself for future challenges by realigning Air Force assets with the Defense Department's new strategic guidance.

"We've had to adjust our force structure based on our strategic objectives and to balance capability and capacity with constrained budgets," Donley said. "We must have the right tools and enough of them to credibly deter potential adversaries and to deliver on our objectives."

The new strategic guidance requires the joint force to be capable of fighting one large scale, combined arms campaign with sufficient combat power to also deny a second adversary, and de-emphasized large-scale, prolonged stability operations. The Air Force's approach to this new strategy is to retire fighter, mobility, and ISR that are beyond those needed to meet the capacity requirements of the new defense strategic guidance.

"Where possible, we attempted to retire all aircraft of a specific type, allowing us to also divest the unique training and logistic support structure for that aircraft," Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz explained. "When that was not possible, we worked to retire the oldest aircraft first, and redistributed aircraft into effective and economical units, eliminating other units when that was most efficient. Where we retained older aircraft, we are taking steps to ensure they will remain viable into the future."

Although the U.S. has removed all combat forces from Iraq and the new strategic guidance reduces the steady state

requirement for ground forces, the Air Force expects steady state rotational requirements to remain constant, or perhaps increase.

According to Schwartz this continuing combatant commander requirement for Air Force aircraft and Airmen to deploy forward was a key factor in determining the required mix between Active and Reserve component forces due to differences in sustainable deployment rates and operations tempo.

Schwartz also explained the need for reductions in the Reserve Component.

"Two decades of military end strength and force structure reductions in our active duty component has changed the mix of active duty to Reserve Component forces," Schwartz said.

"We've carefully considered the mix and what the appropriate balance should be between the active and reserve components. The Reserve Component is a critical and essential part of our Total Force, but must be balanced and matched appropriately within a constrained fiscal environment."

"We're going to do this intelligently in a way that balances

tempo, that keeps the right mix of assets, modern and less modern, in each of the components, and we're doing this in an inclusive fashion with Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve leadership," said Schwartz.

The Air Force is going to get smaller, and all of the componentsâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;active, guard and reserveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C; are going to get smaller together, he said.

Schwartz also emphasized that we will avoid a hollow force by protecting readiness at any force level, and strengthen our integration of the Total Force team of Active Duty, Guard, and Reserve Airmen.

"To ensure an agile and ready force, we made a conscious choice not to maintain more force structure than we could afford to properly train and equip," Schwartz said. "We've taken this approach to preserve the capabilities the Nation requires of its Air Force."

The announcement specifies the force structure changes experienced by the Total Force: Air Force Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve and will save the Air Force $8.7 Billion over the next five years.

For fiscal years 2014-2017 the Air Force plans to reduce 50-plus aircraft from its inventory, continue to reshape the missions between the Total Force, and increase Reserve Component participation in the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance as well as cyber missions.

Implementation of these actions will occur only after completion of appropriate environmental analyses. The Air Force is scheduled to announce related force structure manpower changes in March.

For more details about the Fiscal 2013 Force Structure changes visit www.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD120203-027.pdf (Mitch Gettle, Air Force Public Affairs Agency contributed to this article)

Navy launches updated eval and fitness report software Courtesy of Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Navy is set to deploy a new version of the performance evaluation software used throughout the fleet, officials said Feb. 6.

"Navy Marine Corps Internet will begin deploying NAVFIT98A Version 30 throughout the Non-Classified Internet Protocol Router Network during scheduled maintenance periods starting February and concluding mid-March," said Jim Price, Navy Personnel Command Performance Evaluation Division director.

Version 30 supports the lieutenant force distribution policy change announced in NAVADMIN 219/11, incorporates the chief evaluation, previously available only through PDF and provides additional lines to the comments block for FITREPS, CHIEFEVALS, and EVALS. In addition, this version is a complete technology refreshment to increase compatibility across various workstation configurations.

The NAVFIT98A Version 30 update will be pushed to all NMCI NIPR workstations throughout the Navy as a core application; however the new software will not be automatically loaded on the Secret Internet Protocol Router Network.

"It will not be listed as a core application for SIPR computers, but will be available by request," said Price. Beginning Feb. 28 the old version of NAVFIT98A will be removed from all SIPR workstations.

Commands that require NAVFIT98 Version 30 on their SIPR workstations can submit a Move/Add/Change request through their command information systems technician.

Non-NMCI users may download NAVFIT98A Version 30 along with frequently asked questions and a reference guide on using the application at http://www.public.navy.mil/bupersnpc/career/performanceevaluation/pages/softwareforms.aspx.

NAVFIT98A is used by Navy to create, store, organize, validate and print officer fitness reports and enlisted evaluation reports for signature as well as the summary sheet required for each reporting group to be mailed to the NPC. The reports are saved to Sailors official military personnel file and may be reviewed by selection and promotion boards.

Users will receive an NMCI User Alert email providing the dates of the upgrade and any actions required by the user.

For more information visit www.npc.navy.mil and read NAVADMIN 047/12.

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Feb. 16 ❏ Key Spouse Update: To have access to the latest, most pertinent spouse information, Squadron Key Spouses and Mentors are invited to attend the quarterly Key Spouse Update, Feb. 16 from 5 to 5:45 p.m. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register. ❏ Deployed Spouse Appreciation Dinner: We'll cook so you don't have to, Feb. 16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for an appreciation dinner for family members of deployed Team Charleston at the JB Charleston - Air Base Chapel. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to reserve your seat.

Feb. 21 ❏ All You Need to Know about Building, Maintaining and Repairing your Credit: Whether you want to build, maintain or fix your credit score, this class will cover every aspect of the credit report and credit scoring, Feb. 21 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 22 ❏ Ten Steps to a Federal Job: Learn about Federal resumes and navigating through the process of landing a federal job, Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 23 ❏ Deciphering the Career Status Bonus (CSB/Redux): Learn whether or not the CSB/REDUX is the best retirement choice before you make a decision you may regret, Feb. 23 from 3 to 3:30 p.m. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to sign up. ❏ Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) Support Group: Join us for this support group for families enrolled in the Exceptional

Family Member Program, Feb. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m.

Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 24 ❏ Investing Made Easy: Getting started, introduction to financial markets, making a plan and investment fraud will be discussed, Feb. 24 from 8 to 11 a.m. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 25 ❏ Heart Link Charleston Spouse Orientation: Learn about the Air Force mission, culture, traditions, military language, benefits and services while making new friends, Feb. 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Childcare issues will be addressed at time of registration. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 27 ❏ Making Sense of the TSP (Civilian & Military).

Simplified language to help even the novice investor understand the purpose of the TSP, whether it is a good choice for you, strategies to use when investing in the TSP and much more, Feb. 27 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Feb. 29 ❏ Smooth Move Workshop: Learn how to ease thru a PCS move with the help of relocation experts, Feb. 29 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

March 1 ❏ Newcomer's Tour: Join us on this free, fun bus and walking tour of downtown Charleston, March 1 from 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Let a professional tour guide show you the sights and tell you all the secrets that make Charleston a wonderful place to live. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to register.

Special Announcements ❏ Clinic Announcement: The Health and Wellness Center has changed phone numbers. To contact the HAWC, call 843-963-4087. ❏ LEAN Awareness Class: Learn how to create a more efficient and effective environment in the workplace and learn proven techniques and methods to eliminate waste in processes. The Lean Awareness Class is held every Tuesday in Bldg.

16,000, Mission Support Group Conference Room from 8 to 11 a.m. Call George McDowell at 4698378 for more information.

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Events Feb. 13 ❏ Command Financial Specialist Forum: Quarterly financial training for Command Financial Specialists is Feb. 13 - 16 from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 14 ❏ Sponsorship Orientation: This workshop, Feb. 14 from 9 to 10:30 a.m., ensures designated command personnel have the necessary education and training to successfully fulfill their roles as command sponsors. For more information call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 15 ❏ Advanced Resume Writing: This workshop allows participants to speak with experts from the human resources community and provides the opportunity to ask questions, interact with others and have your resume critiqued. The next class is Feb. 15 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. For more information call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 16 ❏ Deployed Spouse Appreciation Dinner: We'll cook so you don't have to, Feb. 16 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Join us for an appreciation dinner for family members of deployed Team Charleston at the JB Charleston - Air Base Chapel. Call the A&FRC at 963-4406 to reserve your seat.

Feb. 19 ❏ Military Saves Week: Protect your family and your future by increasing your financial readiness, Feb. 19 - 26. Take the Saver's pledge at www.militarysaves.org, and join a community that is working to build wealth and reduce debt. You'll get access to free services and resources, plus tips on how to make savings automatic. Military Save is Part of the Department of Defense Financial Readiness Campaign and is supported in part by the NASD Investor Education Foundation, sponsors of SaveandInvest.org.

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Feb. 21 ❏ Education and Scholarships: This workshop provides information on college scholarships and grants available for military spouses, the proper way to fill out scholarship applications and completing your financial aid forms. The next class is Feb. 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for more information. ❏ Stress Continuum: Staying in the Green: Learn techniques to slow down, take a deep breath, prioritize and relax. Learn to keep stress at a manageable level. To register for the next class, Feb. 21 from 10 to 11:30 a.m., call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 22 ❏ Thrift Savings Plan Simplified: Come learn the about your TSP and what it can do for you.

Learn the different funds available, what they consist of, and how to invest in them. The next class is Feb. 22 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. For more information or to register, call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 23 ❏ Smooth Move Workshop: Learn about who pays for your move, how to ship your personal property and about the sponsorship program, Feb. 23 from 9 a.m. to noon. Representatives from the FFSC, Housing, Personal Property and TRICARE will be available to answer your questions. For more information call the FFSC at 764-7480.

Feb. 28 ❏ Basic Resume Writing: The Basic Resume Writing workshop, Feb. 28 from 10 to 11 a.m. assists attendees in completing a professional looking resume. For more information call the FFSC at 764-7480. ❏ Military Spouse 101: Learn about military culture, jargon, rates, ranks, the chain of command and core values Feb. 28 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for more information.

Special Announcements ❏ Work & Family Life Specialists: Work & Family Life specialists are available by appointment. Get help with job referrals, resume and interview assistance, first move and information about educational opportunities for active duty, retirees, family members and Department of Defense civilians. Call the FFSC at 764-7480 for an appointment.

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Movie parties are free to groups of 40 or more (with concessions purchase) and are $40 to groups of less than 40 people. Call theater manager, Teresa Stuckey, at 764-4107 for reservation information.

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❏ Girl Scouting: Girls in kindergarten through eighth grade are invited to join Girl Scout Troop 895 at the Chapel Annex on the second and fourth Tuesdays from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Contact Patti Donahue at 618-363-5230 or pdonahue@sc.rr.com for more information. ❏ Story Hours at the Library: The Base Library has two fun story hours every week. Mondays at 10 a.m., is the home day care story hour. Please call ahead each week to sign-up your group for this day. Tuesdays is the toddler open story and craft hour starting at 10 a.m. Reservations are not required for this session. Both sessions are free. Call 963-3320 to sign up. ❏ Tennis Lessons: Lessons are held at the Outdoor Recreation tennis courts. Children six through 17 and adults can enroll for one-hour sessions, twice a week for $80 per month. Lessons are held on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 to 11 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m.

Movie Schedule: Weapons Station Movie Theater: Call 764-7516 for show times. Admission is free. Doors open 30 minutes prior to each showing. ❏ The Rum Diary: Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m., Rated R ❏ Jack & Jill: Feb. 11, 5 p.m., Rated PG ❏ In Time: Feb. 11, 7:30 p.m., Rated PG-13 ❏ Jack & Jill: Feb. 12, 2 p.m., Rated PG

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Capt. Fahs takes the helm at NNPTC

By Petty Officer 1st Class Jennifer Hudson Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs Captain Jon Fahs assumed command of Naval Nuclear Power Training Command during a routine change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station, Jan. 27. Fahs relieves Capt. Thomas Bailey, who commanded NNPTC for more than four years and will now serve as Deputy Commander of Joint Base Charleston.

“It takes impeccable leadership and my absolute trust to become the Commanding Officer at this vital training command,” said Naval Reactors Director Adm. Kirkland Donald.

“When I was looking for the right man to lead NNPTC more than four years ago, one name stood out from the rest [Capt.

Thomas Bailey].”

“Capt Bailey’s career had one central theme - strong at-sea performance coupled with challenging shore assignments

focusing on readiness and training … a perfect match for the work associated with this job,” Donald said.

Donald presented Bailey with the Legion of Merit award for exceptional meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services.

“What was meant to be a two-year tour turned into a 52month adventure,” Bailey said. “The past 52 months have been challenging, sometimes frustrating, but always rewarding. It has been a true honor to represent the Navy nuclear training community”.

“During my tenure, approximately 10,000 Sailors have completed their training here, having developed into young men and women of character. And it was the dedication of staff members that made that happen,” Bailey concluded. “I have been blessed by having the best crew ever.”

After assuming command Fahs said, “I am honored to be standing here today and I am ready to lead a team of profes-

sional staff and instructors who are truly the best of the best of our Navy. I am excited to accept this challenge and educate the next generation.”

Fahs is a graduate of Duke University and earned a master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Colorado. He is a graduate of the Joint Forces Staff College and is a qualified Joint Service Officer. He has served aboard USS Batfish (SSN 681), USS Narwhal (SSN 671), USS Alabama (SSBN 731) (Gold), USS Key West (SSN 722) and as commanding officer and combined crew commanding officer on USS Alaska (SSBN 732).

His other tours include Deputy for Readiness and Training for Submarine Squadron Nineteen and Officer in-Charge of the Nuclear Propulsion Examining Board at U.S. Fleet Forces Command.

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AF officials update enlisted constrained jobs list

By Eric M. Grill Air Force Personnel, Service and Manpower Public Affairs

– 2T1X1, Vehicle Operations – 3D1X1, Client Systems Technician – 3E7X1, Fire Protection – 3M0X1, Services – 3N0X4, Still Photography – 3P0X1, Security Forces – 4A1X1, Medical Materiel – 4A2X1, Biomedical Equipment – 4Y0X1, Dental

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Air Force Specialty Codes on the fiscal 2012 career job reservation constrained list were updated effective Feb. 1, Air Force officials announced. Four AFSCs were added to the constrained list, and three were removed.

The career job reservations program enables the Air Force to control the number of first-term Airmen who reenlist in career fields where projected manning levels exceed Air Force needs.

Additions to the constrained list are: – 1P0X1, Aircrew Flight Equipment – 2A0X1S, Avionics Test Station and Components, Avionic Systems – 2A6X2, Aerospace Ground Equipment – 2S0X1, Materiel Management The following have been removed from the constrained list: – 3D1X3, Radio Frequency Transmission Systems – 3E9X1, Emergency Management – 8M000, Postal The complete list of AFSCs and career fields on the constrained list effective Feb. 1 are: – 1P0X1, Aircrew Flight Equipment – 2A0X1S, Avionics Test Station and Components, Avionic Systems – 2A6X1, Aerospace Propulsion – 2A6X2, Aerospace Ground Equipment – 2A6X4, Aircraft Fuel Systems – 2A7X3, Aircraft Structural Maintenance – 2S0X1, Materiel Management – 2T0X1, Traffic Management

First-term Airmen in those AFSCs who are in their CJR window as of Feb. 1 are affected, said Chief Master Sgt. Shannon Parker, the Air Force Personnel Center's chief of Air Force skills management branch. "All first-term Airmen must have an approved CJR to reenlist," she said.

The Selective Reenlistment Program automatically requests a CJR for first-term Airmen when they enter their first month of eligibility. Airmen serving in a constrained AFSC will be added to a waiting list and compete for monthly quotas based on a rank-order process.

Starting in February, Airmen and their supervisors will receive monthly CJR notifications reflecting their status. The virtual Military Personnel Flight will also be updated to reflect the Airman's CJR status.

First-term Airmen in constrained AFSCs may not extend for any reason while pending a CJR or while on the CJR wait-list. The exception is Airmen overseas who need retainability to be eligible for a CONUS return assignment.

All first-term Airmen, including those on the CJR waiting list, may apply for retraining or a special duty, officials said. Airmen who do not have an approved CJR and have not been selected for retraining may reapply for retraining or special duty if they are not within 120 days of separation.

Constrained AFSC quota updates will be posted on the Air Force Personnel Services website as they occur at https://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil.

Sailors more responsible; less ARIs and DUIs in 2011

By Petty Officer 3rd Class Andrea Perez Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs MILLINGTON, Tenn. – With Navy-wide decreases in alcohol-related incidents and driving under the influence reports in 2011 over past years, Sailors are reminded to stay responsible in 2012, officials said Feb. 6.

"Responsible alcohol use is knowing how much alcohol your body can handle," said Dorice Favorite, Navy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention director. "Some people aren't aware of how much alcohol is in a particular drink and those who aren't educated on how much alcohol they can consume and still function, might drink too much and make irresponsible decisions."

Per OPNAVINST 5350.4D, alcohol and drug abuse undermines combat readiness and is incompatible with the maintenance of high standards of performance and military discipline. It is a severe detriment to the Navy's overall mission readiness.

"Alcohol abuse impacts the Navy's mission because every time we lose a Sailor, that means someone else has to pick up their responsibilities," said Favorite. "Our current campaign, 'Who Will Stand Your Watch,' talks about responsible use of alcohol and how someone's poor decisions have an effect on everyone else. Everybody is accountable and Sailors need to understand that when we lose them, it has an impact on everyone."

OPNAVINST 5350.4D defines responsible use as the application of self-imposed limitations of time, place, and quantity when consuming alcoholic beverages.

Alcohol shall not be consumed to the extent that it: • Impairs rational and full exercise of a member's mental and physical faculties while in a duty status or in the perform-

ance of military duties; • Reduces member's dependability and reliability; • Reflects discredit upon the member personally or upon Navy; • Results in behavior that is in violation of this instruction and/or the Uniform Code of Military Justice.

"Sailors who make poor choices and receive a DUI are subject to non-judicial punishment," said Favorite. "They also may be processed for administrative separation and receive counseling, and if the DUI happened in town, they will have court costs. So, there are great ramifications to a poor decision."

Violation of policies set forth in OPNAVINST 5350.4D subjects military members to the full range of administraU.S. Navy photo / Petty Officer 3rd Class Bryan Reckard tive and disciplinary actions available. Vehicles move past a damaged vehicle displaying an anti-drinking and driving mesThese include informal counseling, com- sage at the main entrance to Fleet Activities Yokosuka. The display, placed by memments in fitness reports and evaluations, bers of the base's "None for the Road" campaign, is part of an effort to eliminate punitive measures, and administrative drunk driving. separation as required by the UCMJ. "If a Sailor needs assistance for alcohol or drugs, we rec- may be based on any credible factor, including hearsay, perommend that they refer themselves to their command Drug sonal observation, or noticeable change in job performance. and Alcohol Program Advisor, the chaplain or the Fleet and Disclosure of alcohol abuse made to any person who is not a qualified self-referral agent may not shield the member from Family Support Center," said Favorite.

According to Favorite, to qualify as a valid self-referral, disciplinary action.

NADAP's mission is to support Fleet readiness by fighting disclosure of alcohol abuse must be made to a qualified referral agent with the intent of acquiring treatment, and there can alcohol abuse and drug use. For more information and be no credible evidence that the member was involved in an resources visit the NADAP web page located under the ARI. If a member's chain of command initiates a referral, it Support and Services tab at www.npc.navy.mil.

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NEWS

The Patriot • February 10, 2012

DOD begins prorating imminent danger pay

By Jim Garamone American Forces Press Service WASHINGTON – Service members now will receive imminent danger pay only for days they actually spend in hazardous areas, Pentagon officials said here today.

The change was included in the 2012 National Defense Authorization Act, which President Barack Obama signed into law Dec. 31.

"Members will see the prorated amount in their Feb. 15 pay records," Pentagon spokesman Navy Capt. John Kirby said.

The act called for DoD to pay service members imminent danger pay only for the time they spend in areas that qualify for the pay. In the past, service members received $225 per month if they spent any time that month in an area where the pay was authorized. "This is a more targeted way of handling that pay," Kirby said.

Now, service members will receive $7.50 a day for days spent in these areas. Personnel who travel to the designated areas for periods less than 30 days should keep track of the number of days they are in the area to verify that they are paid for the correct number of days, officials said.

The military services are working to waive or remit debts for members who may have been overpaid for January, officials said. The services can waive this "when there is no indication of fraud, fault, misrepresentation, or when members were unaware they were overpaid," Pentagon spokeswoman Eileen Lainez said.

Proration is based on a 30-day month, which translates into a rate of $7.50 per day.

It does not matter if the month is 28 or 31 days long, officials explained; if service members serve in affected areas for the complete month, they will receive the full rate of $225 per month.

The Defense Department defines imminent danger pay areas as places where members are subject to the threat of physical harm or imminent danger because of civil insurrection, civil war, terrorism or wartime conditions.

Service members who come under fire, regardless of location, will receive the full monthly hostile-fire pay amount of $225.

Service members will receive notification of the change via emails, on the MyPay system, on social media sites and via the chain of command.

U.S. Marine Corps photo / Cpl. Andres J. Lugo/

Hospital Corpsman Henry Cates, assigned to 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regiment, Regimental Combat Team 5, checks an Afghan man's pupils in Pahm Chareh Bazaar. Afghanistan National Army soldiers and U.S. Marines from 3rd Battalion, 6th Marine Regimental Combat Team 5 provided medical care during a medical initiative program at the bazaar.

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