Peninsula Warrior Air Force Edition: 09.15.17

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Warrior September 15, 2017 Vol. 7, No. 37

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Ops Airmen

Operational career field Airmen critical to the operations side of missions —Pages 2-3

UFC Visit

UFC athletes visit JBLE for morale tour —Pages 8-9

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Army News

Return from 270 days at sea Army company returns from a deployment in support of PULSE-W - Page 7

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Ops Airmen, key to mission success JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS EDITORIAL STAFF

By Staff Sgt. Carlin Leslie

Joint Base Langley-Eustis Commander Col. Sean Tyler

Before a U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor takes off for training or a combat mission, maintainers and weapons Airmen are seen on the flightline preparing, servicing and readying the jet to contest any airspace. However, it takes more than fifth generation machinery and flightline crews to accomplish the mission. A small team of behind-the-scenes Airmen ensure those piloting the stealth aircraft are flight and combat capable.

According to U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Habu, 94th Fighter Squadron commander, these specific operational career field Airmen are the ones behind-the-curtain that that play a critical role to the operations side of missions.

“Between the three teams of Airmen, they are providing the information, our gear, and training to execute our combat readiness. They are the keepers of our readiness,” said Habu.

Mission planning and gathering intelligence are the first steps. During this, specific pilots are chosen to fly sorties based on their skill sets and current training. Then, they go into mission planning where they use the data from their intelligence analyst Airmen to develop a plan.

MAPPING OUT THE INTEL There are many types of intelligence analysts that gather specific types of data, but in the 94th FS all-source analysts are trained to view all types of data. These analysts provide the most up-to-date view of current situations on the ground in a training scenario or real world combat.

According to U.S. Air Force Senior Airman John Hartin, 94th FS all source intelligence analyst, having the capability to look at the big picture and understand all types of data increases mission effectiveness and improves wartime scenario preparation.

“An analyst’s duty is to make sure that the aircrew and the aircraft get home safely by updating them with

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airmen John Hartin, 94th Fighter Squadron all source intelligence analyst, maps out ground-to-air target scenarios for Red Flag 17-4 mission planning at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 23, 2017. Utilizing intelligence from multiple sources, Hartin plots out each target point for the pilots’ awareness allowing them to execute a mission.

any pertinent information on threats and by charting out maps to give a visual representation of threats,” said Hartin. “With our data we can bring them home as safe as possible.”

The analysts use maps to plot out all data points they have been given to show the reach for each weapon or defense system.

The pilots then use the printed out map to complete the process of mission planning and will prepare the four-ship or mission commanders for the execution of the plan.

WHAT IS SARM? Ensuring pilots are combat ready at all times, squadron aviation resource managers are the Airmen maintaining each pilot’s initial, annual and monthly Ready Aircrew Program training.

According to U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Lauren Craig, 94th FS SARM, the SARM also coordinates with maintenance before the pilots step to ensure the aircraft are in good

condition and ready to go.

“The SARM’s purpose is to effectively manage and update all aircrew flight hours, both ground and flying training, as well as sorties flown each month,” said Craig. “We have a great team here in the 94th SARM and we work hard to ensure these great pilots are safe and ready.”

After training requirement verification, the pilots head to aircrew flight equipment as their last stop before heading to their jets.

HELMETS, PARACHUTES AND G-SUITS, OH MY! Aircrew flight equipment is a key piece to pilot safety while in the air and on the ground. “Pilots’ lives are in the AFE Airmen’s hands at all times of flight as they ensure parachutes, G-suits, and night vision googles are mission ready and in the worst case, ejection ready. » See OPS AIRMEN | 3

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OPS AIRMEN | Specific operational

career field Airmen critical to the operations side of missions CONTINUED FROM 3

According to U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Strayer, 1st Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, AFE makes sure all the pilots’ equipment is flight efficient; including survival equipment, breathing equipment, oxygen equipment and anything it takes for them to fly their jet.

“If our equipment and work is not exceeding the standards the pilot could go hypoxic, they could crash, and may not be able to breathe,” said Strayer. “We pack each parachute, clean and prepare each piece of gear with every life in mind, so it all comes together for their safety. You have to do your job quickly, efficiently and you need to get it all done to make sure that the pilots are safe.”

According to Habu, the 94th FS’operations Airmen are experts in their field, who clearly understand the importance of supporting the mission.

“These roles are important, because the functions that these Airmen provide are absolutely critical to the mission,” said Habu. “We could not execute if we did not have the intelligence that the analysts provide.

If I didn’t absolutely trust every time that I put on my harness to fly it was going to work, there is no way I could trust that airplane is safe to be in. Finally, I am having to provide 10,000 plus training items that the SARMs provide to relay up to the command, the 94th FS training status and combat readiness.”

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Robert Strayer, 1st Operational Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, reviews the technical orders while inspecting night vision goggles for the night shift F-22 Raptor pilots during Red Flag 17-4 at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Aug. 24, 2017. The night vision goggles are used by the pilots during nighttime missions to increase their combat readiness.

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Hungry, why wait? Raptor Café has what you need

By Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin Leclerec 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

In order to maintain control of their air space, birds of prey need to eat to stay healthy. The same is true for Joint Base Langley-Eustis F-22 Raptors; it takes a team to maintain air dominance and JBLE’s Raptor Café aims to make it easier for the Raptor team to have a quick meal between flight line operations.

“The flight kitchen keeps us from pulling our Airmen off the flight line, which keeps our planes in the air,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. William Olwig, 27th Aircraft Maintenance Unit support section chief.

“Our Airmen can have a hot-nutritious meal without leaving the area, thanks to the Raptor Café; especially for the Airmen that live in the dorms and can’t bring a cooked meal from home.” » See RAPTOR CAFÉ | 5

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U.S. Air Force 1st Maintenance Squadron Airmen pick up their lunch at the Raptor Café at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 9, 2017. A variety of meal options are offered on a 21-day rotation menu for Airmen who wish to dine-in; these meals include main entrees, self-serve wrap bar, soup and salad options, as well as, sandwich specials and desserts.

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RAPTOR CAFÉ | Café is located next to the flight line

making it ideal for supporting flight line personnel CONTINUED FROM 4 A variety of meal options are offered on a 21-day rotating menu for Airmen who wish to dine-in; these meals include main entrees, a self-serve wrap bar, sandwich specials, soup and salad options, and desserts.

Its location next to the flight line also makes it ideal for supporting the dining needs of pilots, maintainers and other flight line support personnel. That being said, where the Raptor Café truly excels is in its understanding and flexibility with the needs of flight line personnel.

“Pilots and maintainers are very hard workers and work long hours,” said U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Zachary Heber, 633rd Force Support Squadron Raptor Café storeroom manager. “Sometimes a supervisor or a first sergeant will call, telling us that a plane needs a lot of work and the maintainers can’t make it. So we keep grab and go meals, and flight meals available after lunch hours, for those who didn’t get the chance to make our lunch hours.”

Along with providing meal service on the flight line, the café also ensures that warfighters heading to contingency, humanitarian or other missions are energized with quick and on-the-go sustenance including boxed lunches during their long flights.

“We make it possible for those Airmen to have the nutrition they need to keep the mission moving forward,” said Heber. “At the end of the day, every meal feeds the overarching mission to fly, fight and win.”

U.S. Air Force 1st Maintenance Squadron Airmen are dropped off for lunch at the Raptor Café. In the case of long flights associated with deployments and temporary duty assignments, flight meals are offered for quick and on the go sustenance.

Photos by Airman 1st Class Anthony Nin Leclerec

The Raptor Café personnel serve lunch at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 9, 2017.

The Raptor Café aims to make it easier for flight line personnel to get a hot meal or something quick while on the go.

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Laughter is the best therapy

By Airman 1st Class Kaylee Dubois 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

“Yes, I suffer from PTSD,” he said.

The crowd looked at him somberly.

He smirked and then said, “I did not say I had an STD, I said I suffer from PTSD. I know some people get that all mixed up.”

The crowd laughed as retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st. Class Vernard T. Hines used comedy to discuss resiliency at Fort Eustis’ Wylie Theater.

Having suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse himself, Hines, now known as the Laugh Therapist, discovered the power of laughter when speaking about serious issues in his own life. He now uses his form of therapy to help others going through hard times.

Although not his typical audience, the Drug Demand Reduction Office invited the local veteran to speak with service members about his deployment experiences and struggles.

“If I can reach just one Solider, then it’s all been worth it,” said Hines. “Your mind can put you in a place you never

thought you could go, and I just want to break that stigma of Soldiers seeking help.”

As a former Soldier, Hines finds it is easy to connect with the service members he meets through his performances.

Many of those Soldiers he helped 10 years ago still reach out to him today.

“We have things in common and I have lived through what they’re experiencing,” said Hines. “I may not be the only voice, but I am a voice that can relate to what they’re going through.”

The presentation provided audience members with a new avenue to gain information. For U.S. Army Sgt. Jeane Esco, the fluid discussion between the presenter and the audience was a technique he recommends using for future trainings.

“It was a great and funny way to engage with Soldiers,” said Esco. “His message about getting help was an eye opener.”

The DDRO provides training multiple times a year, including before the holidays, to remind Soldiers and civilians of the risks associated with drinking and drugs use.

Through clubs we connect

By Staff Sgt. Brittany E. N. Murphy 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The 633rd Air Base Wing is hosting Club Connect for service members who are looking for a fun way to connect with others on base and the local community on Sep. 22, 2017, at Joint Base Langley-Eustis.

The kick-off event, which focus’ on bringing Airmen and Soldiers together to socialize, connect and network through either joining or creating new clubs, takes place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the parking lot near the Langley Air Force Base Shoppette.

“Club Connect is about bringing

Airmen and Soldiers with similar interests together to build new recreational hobbies, events and activities, find friendships and build morale,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Haley Benson, 633rd Medical Operation Squadron mental health clinic certified alcohol and drug counselor. “The whole (purpose of the) event is to raise morale and to build that connection and family unity.”

Service members will have the opportunity to connect with others at approximately 17 booths, to include a hiking, kayaking and roller blading club booth while enjoying free food, games and music from a live band.

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Retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st. Class Vernard T. Hines, comedian, speaks to Soldiers about substance abuse during resiliency training at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Aug. 30, 2017. Having suffered from post-traumatic stress disorder and substance abuse himself, Hines, now known as the Laugh Therapist, discovered the power of laughter when speaking about serious issues in his own life. He now uses his form of therapy to help others going through hard times.

According to Walter Gaines, DDRO prevention coordinator, training is offered is important to ensure safety and security of service members, families and the community.

“We want to keep them engaged and make sure the information really gets through to them,” said Gaines. “We want to focus on helping Soldiers make better choices when it comes to drinking

alcohol.”

After four performances and speaking to more than 700 Soldiers and civilians with the DDRO initiative, Hines stated that he receives his therapy for the day by spreading awareness and laughing with the audience For more information about substance abuse resources, contact the Drug Demand Reduction Office at 878-2924.

“Club connect (was established) on base to help Airmen (and Soldiers) socialize, connect, network and kind of get them out of the dorms,” said U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Codi Walach, 633rd Force Support Squadron First Term Airman Center team lead. “It gets them out and promotes diversity, (as well as) helps people get to know each other throughout the base and within the community, strengthening not only the (installation), but the community around us as well.”

According to Benson, the main purpose of Club Connect, is for service members to connect with one another and with the local community, as there is a lot to offer in the surrounding area. “(Service members can) look at these 17 clubs we have established on base,

but also check out which community programs are connected with that club,” said Benson. “Even if you don’t want to join that club, you can still be connected with the local community.”

For more information about Club Connect, call 764-2983 or 225-3629.

The 633rd Air Base Wing is hosting Club Connect for service members who are looking for a fun way to connect with others on base and the local community.

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U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 97th Transportation Company, 10th Trans. Battalion, 7th Trans. Brigade (Expeditionary) stand at ease during a redeployment ceremony at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 9, 2017. The landing craft utility crew transported ammunition, cargo and military vehicles during their 270-day deployment in Okinawa, Japan.

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Soldiers return from 270 days at sea

By Airman 1st Class Kaylee Dubois 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

A redeployment ceremony was held for U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 97th Transportation Company, 10th Trans. Battalion, 7th Trans.

Brigade (Expeditionary) at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sept. 9, 2017.

The company returned from a deployment to Okinawa, Japan in support of Pacific Utilities and Logistics Support Enablers – Watercraft, also known as PULSE-W. Working alongside the 10th Regional Support Group, the landing craft utility ship’s crew transported ammunition, cargo and military vehicles to sustain exercises such as Cobra Gold in Thailand and Balikitan in the Philippines.

During the 270-day operation, the 97th Trans. Co. Soldiers worked closely with the host country to assist in the exercise enhancing the

relationships with our Japanese counterparts.

“We were working together with those countries; we were not just out there on our own,” said U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Andrew Harrison, 97th Trans. Co., 10th Trans. Btn., 7th Trans. Bde. (Ex.) chief engineer. “Our team supported humanitarian and joint missions with the Japanese military showing our LCUs bring a unique capability to the fight.”

During their deployment, the crew sailed 2,234 nautical miles, transported 223 pieces of equipment, were underway for 140 days and visited 6 countries.

Upon their return from Okinawa, U.S. Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 Brandton Rohde, 97th Trans. Co., 10th Trans. Btn., 7th Trans. Bde. (Ex.) vessel master, praised his team for their continuous efforts throughout the mission.

“I’m very proud of the crew,” said Rohde. “The accomplishments of this crew are a direct reflection of the NCOs and soldiers that were there.

Not one person can be responsible for that vessel’s successful mission.

It’s a total team effort. They did a great job.”

After the ceremony, the Soldiers were welcomed home by their family and friends.

Although Harrison talked about kicking up his feet and relaxing, he said he was also ready for the next mission.

“This is the only active duty heavy boat transportation in the U.S. Army,” said Harrison. “We support global operations. As a company of 168 soldiers, we are busy year-round.”

Although always ready to deploy, Harrison noted he was excited to be back at JBLE and happy to see his family.

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Colby Covington, Ultimate Fighting Championship welterweight division fighter, poses for a photo in the back of a CH-47 Chinook trainer at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sep. 7, 2017. U.S. Army Soldiers at the 128th Aviation Brigade use the CH-47 Chinook to train and learn how to properly use the equipment before flight.

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BELOW, LEFT TO RIGHT: Jacob “Stitch” Duran, professional cutman, wraps the hand of U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Malcolm Frost, Initial Military Training commanding general, with his famous “knock out” wrap at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sep. 7, 2017. The “knock out” wrap gives extra support in the wrist and hand to help prevent injury when throwing a punch.

Miesha Tate, retired Ultimate Fighting Championship Bantamweight division champion, poses in front of an F-22 Raptor during a tour of Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sep. 8, 2017. The purpose of the tour was to increase the morale of JBLE personnel and to showcase the JBLE mission.

Paul Felder, Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight division fighter, operates a parachute simulator at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sep. 8, 2017. The simulator is used for pilots to practice maneuvering a parachute in the event of an ejection from their aircraft.

FAR LEFT: Staff Sgt. Robert Rodriguez, 1st Operation Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment specialist, and U.S. Staff Sgt. James Long, 1st OSS Survival, Evasion, Resistance and Escape specialist, secure Paul Felder, Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight division fighter, into a parachute simulator at Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., Sep. 8, 2017. AFE and SERE specialists teach and prepare pilots to properly use their equipment.

LEFT: Paul Felder, Ultimate Fighting Championship lightweight division fighter, speaks to U.S. Army Soldiers about combative techniques at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., Sep. 7, 2017. Felder discussed proper ways of defending and protecting one’s self with the crowd.

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Army scientists discover power in urine

By David McNally ARL PUBLIC AFFAIRS

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. — Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory observed an unexpected result when combining urine with a newly engineered nano-powder based on aluminum.

It instantly releases hydrogen from the urine at much higher rate than with ordinary water.

The research team announced earlier this summer that a nano-galvanic aluminum-based powder they were developing produced pure hydrogen when coming into contact with water. The researchers observed a similar reaction when adding their powder to any liquid containing water.

“What we do as Army scientists is develop materials and technology that will directly benefit the Soldier and enhance their capabilities,” said Dr. Kristopher Darling, an ARL researcher. “We developed a new processing technique to synthesize a material, which spontaneously splits water into hydrogen.”

Hydrogen, the most plentiful element in the universe, has the potential to power fuel cells and provide energy to future Soldiers.

Fuel cells generate electricity quietly, efficiently and without pollution. According to a Department of Energy’s website, fuel cells are “more energy-efficient than combustion engines and the hydrogen used to power them can come from a variety of sources.”

“We have calculated that one kilogram of aluminum powder can produce 220 kilowatts of energy in just three minutes,” said Dr. Anit Giri, also an ARL researcher.

In space, astronauts recycle waste water and urine because drinking water is a precious commodity. For Soldiers in austere environments, there are many precious commodities. Power and energy is becoming increasingly important to run communications and electronics gear for away teams, which can’t be resupplied.

Making use of urine as fuel source may result in tremendous benefits for Soldiers, officials said.

Photos by David McNally

Army researcher Anthony J. Roberts adds one gram of aluminum nano powder to urine to release hydrogen from a chemical reaction. Researchers engineering the nano powder at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.

“When we demonstrated it with urine, we saw almost a factor of twofold increase in the reaction rates,” Darling said. “We were very excited. As a group we have been pushing for the last few months on developing the efficiency and the reaction kinetics to try to get them faster.”

The team is still investigating why urine causes a faster reaction, but it may have something to do with the electrolytes and the acidity of the liquid.

“It’s unique because the rate of the reaction is so efficient and extremely rapid from such a small volume of material,” Darling said.

The team is working closely with other researchers at the laboratory, including the Sensors and Electron Devices Directorate, to discover how to harness the material as a potential energy source.

“It was a spontaneous finding,” Darling said. “We weren’t expecting to develop this material specifically for hydrogen production. It was a group effort. We came together as a team to understand the importance of the discovery. This has great potential for benefiting Soldiers.”

In a statement, Dr. Philip Perconti, the laboratory director, said the discovery “may find great utility for forward deployed troops who need a compact and lightweight energy source.”

In the coming months, the team will continue to investigate and push the limits of the discovery, to try and understand its implications.

“Our basic focus is materials development and optimization,” Darling said. “We’re looking at how

we can optimize the composition, its interactions with other fluids, including saliva and other liquids available to Soldiers in a field environment.”

--The U.S. Army Research Laboratory, currently celebrating 25 years of excellence in Army science and technology, is part of the U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering Command, which has the mission to provide innovative research, development and engineering to produce capabilities for decisive overmatch to the Army against the complexities of the current and future operating environments in support of the Joint Warfighter and the Nation. RDECOM is a major subordinate command of the U.S. Army Materiel Command.

Human urine is about 96 percent water and four percent waste products, but there are more than 3,000 compounds that are found in the fluid. Army scientists are experimenting with producing hydrogen from urine.

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Threats on social media highlight need for strategic approach, Army leadership says

By Nathan Van Schaik GRAFENWOEHR

GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — Soldiers and family members are facing the growing need to protect themselves from cyberthreats on social media, according to top leadership here.

A Soldier within the U.S. Army Garrison Bavaria footprint recently received messages on a private Facebook page deemed by investigators as malicious and aggressive.

“Potential foreign adversaries are using social media to make threats toward service members,” said Adam Troxel, lead special agent with the 66th Military Intelligence Brigade.

The threatening messages on Facebook underscore the need to grow awareness about social media as part of the cyberspace domain — potentially exploitable by online predators and adversaries.

The U.S. Army Operating Concept — which presents a vision of how future Army forces will operate in an unknowable and constantly changing environment — acknowledges that state and non-state actors have used social media to influence perceptions and provide cover for large-scale military operations. The concept also explains that “social media amplifies and accelerates interaction between people, governments, militaries and threats.”

But to date, social media remains largely outside the scope of Army doctrine. That leaves the responsibility on social media users — 83 percent of Americans have a social media account, according to the U.S. Army Social Media Handbook — to protect themselves within the cyber domain.

Leaders here are now calling on service members, DOD employees and families to take a more strategic and proactive role in social media.

“The future operational environment is not only unknown, but unknowable and constantly changing,” said Brig. Gen. Tony Aguto, commander of 7th Army Training Command. “It’s time we acknowledge social media as an extension of cyberspace within our complex world.”

As social media continues to evolve, so too has the number of online predators. While only a few

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Soldiers and family members are facing the growing need to protect themselves from cyberthreats on social media, according to top Army leadership. Tools such as the U.S. Army Social Media Handbook can help Soldiers and their families navigate the complex world of cybersecurity.

years ago cybersecurity implied protecting personal information online, today cybersecurity translates into a more proactive role.

“As members of the U.S. military deployed oversees, we need to approach social media in the cyber domain the way we might approach any dangerous and unfamiliar territory: Be smart and keep a low profile,” said USAG Bavaria Garrison Commander, Col. Lance Varney.

Soldiers and their families need now more than ever to step up their game in protecting their online identities — from tightening security settings on Facebook to ensuring name tags are not in view in photographs shared online.

“Question legitimacy of unsolicited online traffic and and don’t leave your personal details open to unfamiliar eyes,” Aguto said. “Open source intel collection is real, and as U.S. personnel we shouldn’t make it easy for adversaries to target, collect or intimidate.”

If you or someone you know is in receipt of threatening or malicious social media messaging, you can submit an online report at iSalute. If you live within the USAG Bavaria community, contact the USAG Bavaria counterintelligence office at the Grafenwoehr Field Office at DSN 569-1928, CIV 09641-70-569-1928.

Or, contact CID at DSN 475-7339/7340, CIV 09641-837339/7340.

To learn more on how to protect you and your family on social media, visit the Army’s Social Media

Handbook at www.army.mil/socialmedia or the Army Cyber Command’s cybersecurity awareness factsheets at http://arcyber.army.mil/Pages/FactSheets.aspx.

“Together we can increase Army readiness overseas and on the battlefield through social media vigilance,” Aguto said. “Soldiers, families and civilians all play a role in our cyber mission force readiness.”

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The Reading of the Names

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United States Armed Forces service members and local authorities render a salute during the playing of taps while attending “The Reading of The Names” at Gosnolds Hope Park, Hampton, Va., Sept. 11, 2017. The event was hosted by the City of Hampton, reading those lost on Sept. 11, 2001 and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice since Sept. 11, 2001 to Aug. 27, 2017.

Air Force announces 100 percent promotion opportunity to major

By Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs WASHINGTON (AFNS) — In the latest move to restore the Air Force’s readiness and lethality, senior leaders are taking a closer look at officer performance management with a focus on developing leaders and retaining the talented professionals the service needs.

Over the last year, Headquarters Air Force has conducted research and developed recommendations on a variety of officer performance management related tools, to include evaluations and promotions. The goal is to better identify talent, future potential and plan for current and anticipated officer shortages.

“There have been no major changes to the Officer Evaluation System in nearly 30 years, but there have been significant changes to our force composition, mission, requirements and how our performance system reflects what we value in officers,” said Lt. Gen. Gina Grosso, Air Force deputy chief of staff for Manpower, Personnel and Services.

“Although the system hasn’t changed, challenges with agility, efficiency, consistency and transparency have been documented by research and in the field for over 20 years,” said Maj. Mike Lupher, chief of Workforce

Development for the Air Force Talent Management Innovation Cell. “We recognized we needed to do something about it and are taking a comprehensive approach to addressing these challenges.”

FIELD GRADE OFFICER REQUIREMENTS AND PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY One of the immediate needs senior leaders focused on was the service’s requirement for growing and developing enough field-grade officers to meet mission demands. At 92 percent, the Air Force is currently undermanned in Line of the Air Force field-grade officers, with non-rated field-grade officers manned at 74 percent.

As such, beginning December 2017, the pool of line officers considered for promotion to major will have a 100 percent promotion opportunity. Promotion opportunity rates are typically adjusted as required to meet the needs of the Air Force.

“With this change, captains whose conduct has been exemplary can expect to be promoted to major,” said Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson. “We’ve been letting capable people leave the service and we need them.”

Promotion Recommendation Forms will only be required for officers who receive a “Promote” recommendation and have derogatory information such as an Article 15, court-martial, referral report, or letter of reprimand filed in their Officer Selection Record, as well as for officers with a “Do Not Promote” recommendation.

“I fully trust raters and senior raters to continue to ensure the Air Force’s high standards of conduct,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein.

More information about the initiative is available on myPers.

‘ONE MORE SWING OF THE AXE’ Goldfein also characterized the move as “one more swing of the axe” for him and Secretary Wilson to increase the lethality and readiness of the force, while smartly reducing administrative burdens on squadron commanders.

“This change, along with many other initiatives, will help reinforce our trust and confidence in squadron leadership and their management of our talented Airmen,” Goldfein said.

Air Force officials said they will continue to review the research and recommendations on how to improve officer performance management, and will announce new initiatives once they’re approved and ready for deliberate phased implementation.

Other talent management initiatives recently implemented by the Air Force as part of its broader effort to restore readiness and lethality include continuing to grow the force, reducing unnecessary administrative burdens on Airmen, alleviating unneeded Air Force instructions, providing commanders more say in developmental education opportunities, tackling the pilot retention crisis and more acutely focusing on the needs of Airmen at the squadron level to ensure they are fully prepared to accomplish their missions.

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AirPower Over Hampton Roads May 18-20, 2018 Real ID Act

On July 10, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security granted an extension to REAL ID Act requirements for the states of Missouri, Minnesota and Oregon. Therefore, as of July 10, all states are either compliant with the REAL ID Act or have been granted an extension through Oct. 10, 2017.

The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, officially went into effect June 6, 2017; however, DHS issued a grace period for enforcing the act, which extends through Oct. 10, 2017 for most states not currently in compliance with the REAL ID Act. After Oct. 10, visitors coming to Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., from any noncompliant state should be aware of the identification proofing requirement found at the following website: http://www.jble.af.mil/real-idact/ Individuals with currently-valid DBIDs ID cards will maintain access to the installation; however, if the card expires after the date of the REAL ID Act enforcement, they will need a valid form of identification to renew it.

A current list of state compliance and extension statuses is available at www.dhs.gov/real-id.

More information and updates on the REAL ID Act will be posted at www.dhs.gov/real-id-public-faqs and www.jble.af.mil/REAL-ID-Act as they become available.

Air Force Ball

The 2017 Air Force Ball Committee will host the Air Force’s 70th Birthday celebration, Date: Saturday, Sep. 16, 2017 Time: 5:30 p.m., Social Hour 6:30 p.m., Dinner 7:30 p.m., Formal Events & Celebration 9–10:30 p.m., Entertainment and Dancing (AF Full Spectrum Band) Location: The Bayview Commonwealth Center, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. For more information, call 764-9189 or 764-4820

Free magic show at Langley Base Theater

The 633rd Force Support Squadron will host a free magic show featuring international award-winning illusionist, Jason Michaels at 6 p.m., Sept. 26, 2017, at the Langley Air Force Base Theater. Opening for Michaels is comedy magician Ben Young. For more information, call 764-6084.

Fort Monroe Reunion

Fort Monroe will host a reunion Sept 15, 2017, from 6 to 9 p.m. for all those with a connection with Ft. Monroe. “Reflections and Realities” guest speakers will be from 6 to 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Centurion and the reception, silent auction, re-enactors, special features and tours from 6:30 to 9 p.m., in the Casemate

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Submit LAFB Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com Museum. Registration opens at 5:30 p.m., at the Chapel of the Centurion. Cost of the event will be $10 per person and is payable to Casemate Museum Foundation, 20 Bernard Road, Hampton, VA 23651, Attn: Nancy OMalley, CMF Treasurer. Tickets are limited. For more info, contact 757-285-6836, fortmonroe093@gmail.com.

Marriage Enrichment Program

The Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel is hosting a Joint Base Langley-Eustis community-wide Marriage Enrichment Program. Sessions meet Thursday evenings, from 6 to 8 p.m., Sept 14, 2017 through May 17, 2018, in the RMC Lounge, 923 Lee Boulevard, Ft. Eustis. The Marriage Enrichment sessions are on “Making Your Marriage Your Priority! Love, Honor, and Cherish.” The Marriage Enrichment program is for married and engaged couples, spouses of deployed, Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard and Retirees.

The chapel provides free child care for children up to 11 years old. For more information, call (757) 218-1034 or call the RMC at (757) 878-1316/1317.

Air Force Reserve hosts Palace Front-Palace Chase informational sessions

The Air Force Reserve will host Palace FrontPalace Chase informational sessions the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m., in the 633rd Force Support Squadron auditorium, building 15 in Wing B, room 203. Palace Front is available to Airmen within 180 days of their projected separation date. Palace Chase is reserved for Airmen over 180 days from separation who are interested in separating from Active Duty early.

For more information, call 751-4825 or 846-7532.

Langley 5/6 club hosts monthly meetings

The Langley 5/6 club will meet at 11:30 a.m., at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every second Wednesday of every month. A guest speaker will visit the club every month to discuss various topics. Along with being a networking tool, the group meets to brainstorm fundraising opportunities and membership drives. For more information, call 764-0507.

Company Grade Officer Council welcomes members

The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 p.m., at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third Thursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army officer on the council board. Join the council for professional development, social events and fun. For more information, call 764-9954.

Worship hours for Catholic and Protestant services Bethel Chapel: Saturday Catholic Reconciliation at 3:30 p.m.

Saturday Catholic Mass at 5 p.m.

Sunday Protestant Community Service at 9 a.m.

Sunday Catholic Mass at 11 a.m.

Langley Main Chapel: Sunday Catholic Mass at 9 a.m.

Sunday Protestant Gospel Service at 11 a.m.

Catholic Daily Mass (Mon-Thurs) at 12 p.m.

For more information call 764-7847

Manpower shortage impacts 633rd Medical Group services

The 633rd Medical Group strives to provide Trusted Care to all they serve, while supporting many deployed and home-station missions. Due to contract vacancies and multiple provider deployments/permanent changes of station during the coming months, it will take longer to receive appointments and have messages returned.

In light of these staffing concerns, TRICARE will temporarily enroll only Active Duty service members and their family members. This action is being taken to ensure patients receive the care they deserve within the established standards. There will be no enrollment changes or action taken to any patients who are already enrolled at the 633rd Medical Group, regardless of category. For questions regarding TRICARE benefits, or for enrollment assistance to locate the best medical facility to meet healthcare needs, contact the TRICARE Information line at 1-800-TRICARE or 1-800-874-2273.

Social Media policies

All JBLE associated social media pages must be approved and coordinated through the 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office. Pages not set up with this office will be reported as false and may face termination.

If you currently manage a JBLE page that was not approved by the Public Affairs office, please gain compliance by coordinating with your unit commander and contacting the PA office at 764-5701.

Per AFI 35-107, once approved, unit commanders are ultimately responsible for maintaining their social media presence(s), as well as all content posted to their site(s).

Social media sites will be checked at least once every 24 hours to ensure operational security (OPSEC) and security, accuracy, policy, and propriety (SAPP) are not violated. (T-1).

JBLE Family Child Care Program

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care Program is looking for child care providers. They are searching for those interested in a professional, portable career that will allow those to stay at home and run a home-based business. The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old. Child care providers must be at least 18 years old, be able to read and speak English, be in good health, and willing to undergo a background check. The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. Training may include First Aid, CPR, health, safety, developmentally appropriate practices and child guidance. All individuals providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours a week must be licensed. For more information, Fort Eustis at 5584/5726 or Langley Air Force Base 7643585/2835.

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Real ID Act

On July 10, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security granted an extension to REAL ID Act requirements for the states of Missouri, Minnesota and Oregon. Therefore, as of July 10, all states are either compliant with the REAL ID Act or have been granted an extension through Oct. 10, 2017.

The REAL ID Act, passed by Congress in 2005, officially went into effect June 6, 2017; however, DHS issued a grace period for enforcing the act, which extends through Oct. 10, 2017 for most states not currently in compliance with the REAL ID Act. After Oct. 10, visitors coming to Joint Base LangleyEustis, Va., from any noncompliant state should be aware of the identification proofing requirement found at the following website: http://www.jble.af.mil/real-id-act/ Individuals with currently-valid DBIDs ID cards will maintain access to the installation; however, if the card expires after the date of the REAL ID Act enforcement, they will need a valid form of identification to renew it.

A current list of state compliance and extension statuses is available at www.dhs.gov/real-id.

More information and updates on the REAL ID Act will be posted at www.dhs.gov/real-id-public-faqs and www. jble.af.mil/REAL-ID-Act as they become available.

Town hall for all Fort Eustis residents

Fort Eustis will host a town hall for all Fort Eustis residents, military personnel, civilian employees and retirees on Oct 5, 2017, at 1:30 p.m., in the Wylie Theatre.

The town hall will be streamed live on Facebook (https:// www.facebook.com/JointBaseLangleyEustis) as well as live audience participation in the Wylie. This an opportunity to ask the command team questions about services and activities on Fort Eustis. Deadline to submit questions in advance is Oct 3, 2017, to the following address: usaf. jble.633-abw.mbx.eustispa@mail.mil.

For additional information, please contact the Public Affairs Office at 878-4920.

Free magic show at Langley Base Theater

The 633rd Force Support Squadron will host a free magic show featuring international award-winning illusionist, Jason Michaels at 6 p.m., Sept. 26, 2017, at the Langley Air Force Base Theater. Opening for Michaels is comedy magician Ben Young. For more information, call 764-6084.

Fort Monroe Reunion

Fort Monroe will host a reunion Sept 15, 2017, from 6 to 9 p.m. for all those with a connection with Ft. Monroe.

“Reflections and Realities” guest speakers will be from 6 to 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Centurion and the reception, silent auction, re-enactors, special features and tours from 6:30 to 9 p.m., in the Casemate Museum. Registration opens at 5:30 p.m., at the Chapel of the Centurion.

Cost of the event will be $10 per person and is payable to Casemate Museum Foundation, 20 Bernard Road, Hampton, VA 23651. Tickets are limited. For more info, contact 757-285-6836, fortmonroe093@gmail.com.

Submit Eustis Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com

Marriage Enrichment Program

The Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel is hosting a Joint Base Langley-Eustis community-wide Marriage Enrichment Program. Sessions meet Thursday evenings, from 6 to 8 p.m., Sept 14, 2017 through May 17, 2018, in the RMC Lounge, 923 Lee Boulevard, Ft. Eustis. The Marriage Enrichment sessions are on “Making Your Marriage Your Priority! Love, Honor, and Cherish.” The Marriage Enrichment program is for married and engaged couples, spouses of deployed, Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard and Retirees. The chapel provides free child care for children up to 11 years old. For more information, call (757) 218-1034 or call the RMC at (757) 878-1316/1317.

New Gate hours

Effective Aug. 1, 2017, Fort Eustis’ Gate 2 (Shellabarger) will open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and close weekends and holidays. For more information, visit the 733rd Security Forces Squadron webpage, http://www.jble.af.mil/Units/Army/733rd-Security-ForcesSquadron/

Weekly Live Fire Schedule

Ranges, training areas, and associated facilities are Off Limits to personnel not engaged in scheduled firing, operations, or inspections/recons unless clearance is obtained in person from Range Control Fire Desk (Bldg.

2432 Mulberry Island Road) or a designated Range Control Technician. All personnel are required to check in and out with range control before going into or departing any Range or Training area. Range schedule until September 25: Sep 15 – BTRAC, R1, Maintenance R2, R3, R4, R5, R6 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 16 – POF Range from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sep 17 – POF Range from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sep 18 – BTRAC, R1 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 19 – BTRAC, R1, R2, R3, R6 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 20 – BTRAC, R1, R2, R3 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 21 – BTRAC, R1, R2, R3 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 22 – BTRAC, R1, R2, R3, Maintenance R5, R6 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Sep 23 – NO EVENT SCHEDULED Sep 24 – NO EVENT SCHEDULED Sep 25 – BTRAC, R1 from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Wylie Theater hosts Chapel Next Sunday services

Join Chapel Next at the Wylie Theater from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., on Sundays for contemporary Christian worship. For more information, call 878-2257.

Old Point Comfort Toastmasters Club

Do you want to improve your public speaking and communication skills? The Old Point Comfort Toastmasters Club meets at 11:40 a.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month, at 650 Monroe Ave. Visitors are always welcome. For more information, visit www. district66.org or call 878-3124 or 878-2204.

Transportation Museum change to hours of operation

The United States Army Transportation Museum on Fort Eustis hours of operation has changed. The previous hours of Tuesday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., has changed to Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Company Grade Officer Council welcomes members

The Company Grade Officer Council will meet at 4:45 p.m., at the Bayview Commonwealth Center every third Thursday of the month and is open to all Company Grade Officers. The council has an opening for a U.S. Army officer on the council board. Join the council for professional development, social events and fun. For more information, call 764-9954.

Social Media policies

All Joint Base Langley-Eustis associated social media pages must be approved and coordinated through the 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs Office. Pages not set up with this office will be reported as false and may face termination.

If you currently manage a JBLE page that was not approved by the Public Affairs office, please gain compliance by coordinating with your unit commander and contacting the PA office at 764-5701.

Per AFI 35-107, once approved, unit commanders are ultimately responsible for maintaining their social media presence, as well as all content posted to their site. Social media sites will be checked at least, once every 24 hours to ensure operational security OPSEC) and security, accuracy, policy, and propriety (SAPP) are not violated.

Fort Eustis Education Center announces DANTES policy change

Effective Oct. 1, 2016, DANTES will no longer physically process any paper-based reimbursement. This policy change includes reimbursement of test fees for the following exams: GED, GMAT, GRE General and GRE Subject, Praxis Core and Praxis Subject Assessment, ACT and SAT. For additional information, contact Fort Eustis Education Center at 878-2083.

JBLE Family Child Care Program

The Joint Base Langley-Eustis Family Child Care Program is looking for child care providers. They are searching for those interested in a professional, portable career that will allow those to stay at home and run a home-based business.

The program is available for children ages two weeks to 12 years old. Child care providers must be at least 18 years old, be able to read and speak English, be in good health, and willing to undergo a background check. The FCC will provide training and materials to get your business started. Training may include First Aid, CPR, health, safety, developmentally appropriate practices and child guidance. All individuals providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours a week must be licensed. For more information, Fort Eustis at 5584/5726 or Langley Air Force Base 764-3585/2835.

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