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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on May 11th, 2012
When Jen White worked with the active-duty Air Force, she eventually wanted to pursue a career in business. But when the staff sergeant from the 446th Aeromedical Staging Squadron at McChord Field came across a diet technician opening with the Reserve, her long-term dream didn't change direction, it just took
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on March 16th, 2012
(446th AW PA) - The Aircrew Standard Evaluation Visit is scheduled from June 18 to July 2. However, examiners from Air Mobility Command began "on-the-spot" evaluations, better known as SPOT EVALs, Feb. 19.
The purpose of an ASEV, in this case, is to evaluate how wing aircrew members from the 446th
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on March 7th, 2012
(446th AW PA) - "You can be my wingman anytime."
Most moviegoers know this cliché line uttered by Val Kilmer to Tom Cruise at the end of the 1986 film Top Gun by heart. But these classic words sum the Air Force's Wingman Day concept.
Wingman Day is mandatory for all Airmen
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 22nd, 2012
After dedicating almost 33 years to the Air Force Reserve, Chief Master Sgt. Gloria Bennett, 446th Airlift Wing command chief, will retire March 31 and pass on her duties to Senior Master Sgt. Anthony Mack.
Mack, currently the 86th Aerial Port Squadron first sergeant, will begin his new duties April 1.
"Gloria
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 3rd, 2012
Military members usually don't mind receiving credit for a job well done. That recognition is even more meaningful when it's given by one of the nation's leaders.
That's why U.S. Congressman Adam Smith presented a recognition letter to the 446th Airlift Wing, Washington state's only flying Reserve unit, for earing the
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 3rd, 2012
(446th AW PA) - Evacuating troops critically injured overseas and providing them with acute care may be first things that come to mind when aeromedical evacuation missions are mentioned. But, AE missions don't end when patients are taken out of harm's way. In fact, some may consider what comes next
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on January 28th, 2012
Evacuating troops critically injured overseas and providing them with acute care may be first things that come to mind when aeromedical evacuation missions are mentioned. But, AE missions don't end when patients are taken out of harm's way. In fact, some may consider what comes next
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on January 11th, 2012
(44th AW PA) - Not long after the Air Force Safety Center released that last year's motorcycle deaths had risen more than 150 percent compared to the previous year, Senior Master Sgt. Robert Cutchin felt the need to flip that statistic by having military motorcycle riders commiserate and stress traffic safety, while
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on January 1st, 2012
Not long after the Air Force Safety Center released that last year's motorcycle deaths had risen more than 150 percent compared to the previous year, Senior Master Sgt. Robert Cutchin felt the need to flip that statistic by having military motorcycle riders commiserate and stress traffic
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on September 23rd, 2011
(446th AW PA) - Some people outside of the military may not link "Reservist" and "fit to fight" in the same phrase, or even in the same paragraph.
For that reason, many people might not guess that half of the Reservists in the 446th Airlift Wing who had fitness assessments last
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on May 2nd, 2012
MCCHORD FIELD, Wash. -- After throwing the opening pitch at the Seattle Mariners' 10th Annual Salute to Armed Forces game, April 21, Tech. Sgt. Keith Sekora, a 42-year-old Issaquah resident, was on a flight to Colorado to begin training for the 3rd Annual Warrior Games. Sekora is
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on April 29th, 2012
When Jen White worked with the active-duty Air Force, she eventually wanted to pursue a career in business. But when the staff sergeant from the 446th Aeromedical Staging Squadron here came across diet technician opening with the Reserve, her long-term dream didn't change direction, it
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on April 23rd, 2012
Receiving tributes is the last thing on Staff Sgt. Ralph Godinez's mind when he submerges himself in community service activities. In fact, seeing the results his efforts produce is more than enough appreciation in his eye. However, fellow Airmen in his Reserve unit felt
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on April 15th, 2012
Air Mobility Command has honored two Reservists from the 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron here for their outstanding work as associate wing maintainers. Master Sgt. Jeffrey Daniels and Senior Airman Mailani Akey received the 2012 AMC Outstanding Reserve Associate Maintenance Award, which is given to Reservists from tenant
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on April 6th, 2012
MCCHORD FIELD, Wash. -- Even with a diverse skill set and years of training and experience, Maj. Peter Jorgensen proves there's always something new to learn.The 28-year medical professional has held many positions throughout a lucrative career, beginning as an enlisted logistician on active duty, up to his current responsibilities as a
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on March 12th, 2012
"Lead, follow, or get out of the way!" This is the theme for the 2012 446th Airlift Wing Professional Development Seminar here, June 4-5, in Hangar 9. Like previous seminars, there is no cost and both enlisted and junior officers are encouraged to attend. This year, will feature
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on March 2nd, 2012
MCCHORD FIELD, Wash. -- The Aircrew Standard Evaluation Visit is scheduled from June 18 to July 2. However, examiners from Air Mobility Command began "on-the-spot" evaluations, better known as SPOT EVALs, Feb. 19. The purpose of an ASEV, in this case, is to evaluate how wing aircrew
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 28th, 2012
"You can be my wingman anytime." Most moviegoers know this cliché line uttered by Val Kilmer to Tom Cruise at the end of the 1986 film "Top Gun" by heart. But these classic words sum the Air Force's Wingman Day concept. Wingman Day is mandatory for
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 18th, 2012
Anyone aware of the Phoenix Raven program mission knows Air Mobility Command aircraft and crews are in good hands, regardless of where the mission takes them. Just ask Master Sgt. Carlos Duell and Tech. Sgt. Ric Shumate, Raven team Reservists with the 446th Security Forces Squadron.
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Master Sgt. Jake Chappelle on February 17th, 2012
After dedicating almost 33 years to the Air Force Reserve, Chief Master Sgt. Gloria Bennett, 446th Airlift Wing command chief, will retire and pass on her duties to Senior Master Sgt. Anthony Mack, March 31.
Mack, currently the 86th Aerial Port Squadron first sergeant, will begin his new
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