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2022 LANCE P. SIJAN USAF LEADERSHIP AWARD U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Thomas J. Neary, 21st Security Forces Squadron logistics and training superintendent, is the recipient of the 2022 Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award in the senior enlisted category for Air Force Material Command at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado. This award recognizes the accomplishments of officer and enlisted leaders who demonstrate the highest qualities of leadership in the performance of their duties and in the conduct of their lives.

JTF-SD Naval aviator becomes Guardian, immediately selected for command “I would encourage anyone to transfer, especially if you weren’t wearing an Air Force uniform previously.”

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PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Thomas J. Neary, 21st Security Forces Squadron logistics and training superintendent, has been named the recipient of the 2022 Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award in the senior enlisted category for Air Force Material Command. This award recognizes the accomplishments of officer and enlisted leaders who demonstrate the highest qualities of leadership in the performance of their duties and in the conduct of their lives. It was named in honor of the late Capt. Lance P. Sijan, an Air Force Academy graduate and combat pilot, who was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his courageousness while evading capture by the North Vietnamese and during his subsequent captivity as a Prisoner of War. “I’m incredibly honored to be receiving this award,” said Neary. “It has been a huge team effort, and I couldn’t have made it here without the support of my leadership, my team and my family.” During his time as the operations superintendent, Neary prepared 44 security forces members to augment Task Force Holloman and assist the Afghan refugees during Operation Allies Welcome. Neary has also re-organized the unit’s duty schedule, implemented eight-hour shifts, and reduced the defender’s monthly duty hours to 165, ultimately returning 26,000 hours back to Airmen. “We congratulate Senior Neary on this tremendous accomplishment and offer our very best wishes as he moves on to

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November marks the 50th commemorative year since Capt. Lance P. Sijan ejected from his aircraft over Vietnam. He is the first Air Force Academy graduate to receive the Medal of Honor.

represent [AFMC] at the Department of the Air Force-level competition,” said U.S. Space Force Col. David Hanson, Space Base Delta 1 commander. Neary’s path to innovate and improve the quality of life for his troops is far from over. He is currently working with the 16th Air Force and the SBD 1 career

assistance advisors to launch an app to provide Airmen and Guardians classes in professional and personal development. “No matter your rank or position, we all have a responsibly to look out for others,” added Neary. “I am grateful for the ability to hear from my troops and make changes where I can.”

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12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year visit the Academy By Cadet 1st Class Trevor Holley Cadet Wing

U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. — Cadets got the unique experience of interacting with and learning from the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2022 at the U.S. Air Force Academy Sept. 27-29. The National Character and Leadership Symposium sponsored the visit and three days of activities. The 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year are the Air Force’s top enlisted members. They represent major commands, direct reporting units, field operating agencies and Headquarters Air Force. The Air Force selection board selected Airmen based on their superior leadership, job performance and personal achievements. The Airmen came to the Academy to interact with cadets, provide mentorship, offer leadership advice and to expose cadets to enlisted personnel from various Air Force specialty codes. The visit serves as one of the National Character and Leadership Symposium events that occur throughout the year. At the upcoming NCLS, cadets and faculty will explore the theme of Leadership and Teamwork. For three days the 12 Airmen engaged with many of the great aspects of the Academy. They met with senior leaders, went through the Outdoor Leadership Course, experienced the soaring and jump programs and jumped off the 10-meter high dive. The most important part of their visit was when they were hosted by cadet squadrons. They spent an entire day, from first military duty to the last, shadowing cadets attending classes, training and after school activities.

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The focus of the visit was a mutual sharing of experience and understanding. Cadet 2nd Class Vegas Rohaly said, “I was impressed with the humility and pride that came with everything Tech. Sgt. Brianne Kelleher did. She was so knowledgeable, experienced, and was able to show how things we do at the Academy translate into active duty.” The experience was equally motivating and inspiring to the Airmen. Senior Airman Christopher Thao spent a day with Cadet Squadron 4.

“This event meant a lot for me,” he said. “I was able to see a whole new perspective of inensity, culture, training and education. I am excited to see the cadets all flourish in their careers and as future leaders. I cannot wait to serve alongside them and guide them to become better leaders for me and all those around me.” The 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year will return to the Academy when they present a panel at the 30th annual NCLS. Mark your calendar for Feb. 23-24, 2023. Registration opens Jan. 4, 2023. PROVIDING TRUSTED SERVICE SINCE 2002

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DOD releases National Defense Strategy, Missile Defense, Nuclear Posture reviews By C. Todd Lopez DoD News

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Defense Department today for the first time released the public versions of three strategic documents — the National Defense Strategy, the Nuclear Posture Review and the Missile Defense Review — together after having developed both the classified and unclassified versions of all three in conjunction with one another. Producing the documents together, said Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, ensured tight linkages between DOD strategy and resources. “By weaving these documents together, we help ensure that the entire department is moving forward together, matching our resources to our goals,” Austin said. “The strength and combat credibility of the joint force remains central to integrated deterrence.” The 2022 National Defense Strategy, or NDS, places a primary focus on the need to sustain and strengthen U.S. deterrence against China. It also advances a focus on collaboration with a growing network of U.S. allies and partners on shared objectives. In addition to addressing both China and an increase in the importance of partnerships, the NDS also takes into account the challenges posed by Russian — espe-

cially considering its invasion of Ukraine — along with threats posed by North Korea, Iran and violent extremist organizations. The NDS also includes a focus on challenges to security, such as pandemics and climate change. The NDS lays out four top-level defense priorities the department must pursue. They include: 1. Defending the homeland, paced to the growing multi-domain threat posed by China 2. Deterring strategic attacks against the United States, allies, and partners 3. Deterring aggression while being prepared to prevail in conflict, when necessary; prioritizing the challenge posed by China in the Indo-Pacific region the Russia challenge in Europe 4. Building a resilient joint force and defense ecosystem The NDS provides three ways to advance those priorities, Austin said. These include integrated deterrence, campaigning, and the building of an enduring advantage. “We’re seamlessly integrating our deterrence efforts to make a basic truth crystal clear to any potential foe,” Austin said. “That truth is that the cost of aggression against the United States or our allies and partners far

outweigh any conceivable gains.” To do that, the secretary said, the department is aligning its activities and investments across all theaters, across the full spectrum of conflict, and across all domains. This includes also space and cyberspace, he said. With the U.S. nuclear capability remaining the “ultimate backstop” for strategic deterrence, the secretary said the department plans to continue modernization efforts on the nuclear triad. The fiscal 2023 budget request, for instance, includes some $34 billion to sustain and modernize nuclear forces, he said. The budget request also includes more than $56 billion for air-power platforms and systems, more than $40 billion to maintain U.S. dominance at sea, and nearly $13 billion to support and modernize land forces.” Integrated deterrence isn’t just about steps that we take on our own,” he said. “It also means working even more closely with our unparalleled network of allies and partners to deter aggression in region after region,” he said. In the Indo-Pacific region, he said, that’s evident with the Australia, U.K., U.S., or AUKUS agreement, and in the trilateral cooperation agreement with Japan and Korea. Across the Atlantic, he said, partnerships that support integrated deterrence efforts include NATO and the recently created Ukraine Defense Contact Group, which helps support Ukraine’s self-defense goals. Campaigning,

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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III conducts a press briefing at the Pentagon, Oct. 27, 2022.

Austin said, means conducting and sequencing the military activities which over time shift the security environment in favor of the United States. “It means working to limit and disrupt malign activities by our competitors,” he said. “We’re building and exercising the forces that we’ll need in a crisis or a conflict, including requesting $135 billion dollars in last year’s budget to further invest in our readiness.” To build an enduring advantage for the United States, Austin said, the department is working to further strengthen the foundations of the defense enterprise. “Innovation is central here,” he said. “Last year, for instance, we established the Rapid Defense Experimentation Reserve, which funds different parts of the department to work together to fill critical joint warfighting gaps. And our fiscal year 2023 budget request included more than $130 billion for research, development, testing and evaluation — that’s the largest R&D budget number in DOD history.” The department is also working with industry partners to strengthen supply chains within the defense industrial base, and tackling the dangers of climate change, including ensuring that the military can continue to operate in both hotter and harsher environments. “Above all, the NDS demands even sfspaceorbital.com

deeper investments in our people,” Austin said. “They will always be this department’s most valuable resource and the bedrock of American security. And that’s why the president’s budget includes a 4.6% pay raise for service members starting Jan. 1, 2023.” The secretary announced in the Sept. 22 memorandum “Taking Care of Our Service Members and Families”, departmental efforts to better take care of both service members and their families, including efforts to make it easier to secure housing, to move to new duty stations, to find childcare, and help military spouses find work. “Our outstanding service members and their families do everything that we ask of them and more,” Austin said. “Doing right by them is a national security imperative, and it’s a sacred trust. So, we’re looking forward to working with Congress to secure on-time appropriations to finalize this year’s National Defense Authorization Act, and to continue to implement this strategy.” The classified versions of the NDS, NPR, and MDR were transmitted alongside the FY 2023 budget submission to Congress. The unclassified versions of the three documents are also available on DOD’s website. Peterson Space Force Base

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JTF-SD Naval aviator becomes Guardian, immediately selected for command By Ms. Bridget Bonnette Joint Task Force-Space Defense Public Affairs

SCHRIEVER SPACE FORCE BASE, Colo. — After more than 17 years of Naval service, Colorado native Galen Thorp transferred into the U.S. Space Force. But let’s start from the beginning. Born in Boulder, Colorado, Thorp, and his family moved to Chagrin Falls, Ohio, when he was five years old but answered the call of the mountains to return just five years later. Thorp spent the rest of his youth and graduated from Cherry Creek High School in Centennial, Colorado. Thorp pursued undergraduate studies at Williams College in Massachusetts. However, the college only offers Bachelor of Arts, so Thorp earned his Bachelor of Arts… in astrophysics. After college, Thorp considered both the Air Force and Navy as viable career paths. “I knew I wanted to fly and like anybody of my generation, growing up with Top Gun, I knew that the Navy had the kind of airplanes I’d like to fly,” said Thorp. Ultimately, his decision came down to his Navy Recruiter, U.S. Navy Senior Chief Petty Officer Coleman, who encouraged Thorp to consider every branch before deciding which one was best suited for him. “[Coleman] told me that I will eventually, a few years down the road, find out which service I should have been in,” said Thorp. “And if the Air Force would have been a better fit, then I would be a lousy Naval officer, and he did not want me in his Navy if I was going to be a lousy Naval officer.” Thorp selected the Navy as his service of choice, completed Officer Candidate School in Pensacola, Florida, and commissioned as an Ensign in April 2005. After earning his wings, Thorp was assigned to fly the F-18C Hornet, the nation’s first all-weather and attack aircraft, and was later dual-qualified on the F-18E/F Super Hornet, an aircraft highly capable across the full mission spectrum air superiority, fighter escort, reconnaissance, aerial refueling, close air support, air defense suppression and day and night precision strike. Aside from initial flight school training in Corpus Christi, Texas and one instructor tour in San Diego, California, Thorp spent most of his time based out of Naval Air Station Lemoore, California, home of the Navy’s largest Master

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U.S. Navy Lt. Galen Thorp, line division officer for the “Blue Diamonds” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 146, and his wife, Christy, are in front of an F/A18C Hornet at Lemoore, California, December. 2011. After more than 17 years of Naval service, Thorp transferred into the U.S. Space Force.

Jet Base. By following the standard F-18 pilot progression, Thorp served onboard four different aircraft carriers and supported many significant combat operations in OPERATION INHERENT RESOLVE. Although Thorp enjoyed his experiences at NAS Lemoore, he and his wife, Christy, were ready to try something new and his assignment here, allowed them to do just that. However, it required Thorp to begin learning a whole new warfighting domain: space. “What has so far made me successful in space operations was essentially breaking it down in a similar way to how flight school is structured. Flight school starts with the academics,” said Thorp. “Even though when you’re flying combat operations in Syria, you’re not consciously thinking of Bernoulli’s principles, you start with Bernoulli’s principles so that it becomes so engrained in you that you don’t have to consciously think about which direction your flight controls have to deflect to produce a certain effect on your aircraft. So, when I first arrived in space, instead of Bernoulli’s principles, it’s Kepler’s.” Confident with numbers and physical principles, Thorp fully immersed himself in orbital mechanics so that everything else, to include

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understanding high-end space systems and capabilities, fell into place. Having been a warfighter himself, Thorp is cognizant of the ways in which space capabilities directly support multidomain operations. “Any success I’ve enjoyed so far is certainly the foundation of orbital mechanics and a visceral memory of our ultimate customer,” said Thorp. “Having been the supported warfighter previously, and certainly leveraging the effects of GPS, satellite communications, and national intelligence capabilities, it was always on the front of my mind that what we’re doing in space is not for space’s sake. There’s a customer on the other end, who may be in an F-18 or may be waking up in the dirt, in the middle of Syria or Iraq, counting on the F-18 to have all its combat systems enabled by space.” Thorp arrived here in 2018, predating the stand up of what is now, the JTF-SD. He began as a mission director, worked on crew for six months, then initiated, ‘Echo Crew,’ which has morphed into what is now the JTFSD’s operations and integration division, responsible for developing the crew procedures and requirements for the onboarding of new systems coming to the organization.

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Thorp currently serves as the deputy director of operations for the JTF-SD. “Thorp is an incredible asset to the JTF-SD,” said U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Tom James, commander of the JTF-SD. “By transferring and bringing his many years of Naval service with him, the Space Force will greatly benefit from his knowledge and experience as a warfighter in the sea, air and space domains.” With a newfound passion for space, Thorp made the decision to transfer into the Space Force, a decision that in his own words, was a difficult one. However, the Space Force offered him two things that the Navy, did not. “The Space Force opened up two really significant things for me, the first is by far the most important to me, I felt like the long-term difference and impact I could make was in the Space Force,” said Thorp. “The second reason was, there was a potential to serve longer in the Space Force and keep more doors open for me professionally in the long run.” Now, Thorp is eager to bring his favorite Navy culture, customs, and traditions directly into the Space Force. “One example of Navy culture that I’d like to bring in would be a closer squadron unit. My experience in the past has been very much familial, where a squadron is like a very large, 220-person family where you get to know everybody, and off-duty time is time that you choose to spend with each other.” Thorp also wishes to serve as a reminder of the true reason why the Space Force exists. “Having directly experienced the combat operational side of warfare, I think being a reminder that, other than the handful of Astronauts that we have up on the ISS at any time, the purpose for space operations is not the vehicles themselves, it is the people on the ground,” said Thorp. “My existence in the Space Force, I hope, is a reminder of the notion that we are a very important supportive role, but a supportive role to the people whose lives are counting on us.” On Sept. 13, 2022, Thorp officially became a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Space Force. In a whirlwind of events, U.S. Space Force Col. Stephen Lyon, director of the National Space Defense Center, administered the oath of office to Thorp virtually over the phone, during a small interservice transfer ceremony in his backyard, with his wife, children, and neighbors as witnesses. “The next day when I put the Space Force OCPs on, I was pleasantly surprised with their comfort. I do still miss the flight suit, but I’m excited for whatever it is next, whether that’s command or another place that the Space Force thinks that I can have an impact,” said Thorp. Just a few weeks after his transfer, Thorp was selected to command the 1st Space Operations Squadron, here, beginning in the summer of 2023. Thorp has few messages for those considering transferring to the U.S. Space Force themselves: “I would encourage anyone to transfer, especially if you weren’t wearing an Air Force uniform previously,” said Thorp. “You already have a different culture to offer, and I think that’s certainly Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond’s, Chief of Space Operations, intent with these interservice transfers.” Thorp added, “Don’t be intimidated by the physics or orbital mechanics, that’s the easy stuff, even if you don’t have a math or science background, we’ll get you there if you are willing to devote some time and attention to learning it. The hard stuff is what they will have already experienced by being interservice transfers, the direct experience with the people and units that space is here to support.”

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78th HCOS BMETs: Medical maintenance sustaining the warfighter By Kisha Foster Johnson 78th Air Base Wings Public Affairs

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, GA. — Biomedical Equipment Technician, or BMET, is one of those Biomedical Equipment Technician, or BMET, is one of those little-known career fields in the Air Force, yet it has a big impact on readiness and lethality. “In simple terms we are medical equipment mechanics,” said Staff Sgt. Monica Hewey, 78th Healthcare Operations Squadron BMET at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia. “Initially, I didn’t know Biomedical Equipment Maintenance existed and wasn’t clear about what to expect.” “My Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery scores in electronics/mechanical were ‘off the charts’ and this career field was picked for me and I was like, what is this,” Hewey continued. “When I heard medical I thought I would have to work with patients and that terrified me.” While BMETs do not provide direct patient care, they are an essential part of the health care process. These Airmen are responsible for repairing complex medical equipment such as computed tomography machines, anesthesia machines, electrocardiogram machines, patient monitors, and equipment sterilizers. “Basically, any equipment you find in a hospital

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Stephen Danko, 78th Healthcare Operations Squadron Biomedical Equipment technician, prepares to repair a stem sterilizer machine inside the clinic at Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, Oct. 5, 2022. The clinic has two sterilizers, which use steam to sterilize tools and accessories used by healthcare personnel on patients.

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we are trained to fix it,” said Master Sgt. Charles Wolfe, 78th HCOS Healthcare Technology Management Section chief. “We maintain, repair, install, inspect, and calibrate medical equipment for Robins. We also support the medical element of the 94th Airlift Wing at Dobbins Air Force Base, Georgia.” Wolfe said his shop is responsible for about 2,000 pieces of equipment at Robins. Regular maintenance is key to keeping medical devices and tools working optimally, he adds. “The majority of items are on an inspection cycle,” Wolfe said. “We perform annual calibrations, change out filters, make sure tubes are not cracked, rings are lubricated, nothing leaking. By conducing routine maintenance, it helps prevent unscheduled maintenance.” “What we do is extremely important because we make sure all medical equipment is good,” said Wolfe. “If the equipment is not good, then patients can’t be treated. That means pilots can’t get their flight screening, they can’t fly missions without flight physicals, and then readiness rates drop. “So, our little piece of the puzzle is making sure medical equipment works, which plays a part in making sure the entire Air Force mission works,” added Wolfe. Continuing education is also a must to help these technicians keep their skills sharp. “I like that the education is hands on,” said Hewey. “It’s a mix of electronics, systems, mechanics, hydraulics, plumbing - basically a little bit of

everything.” Once a year, members of the Air Force Medical Equipment Repair Center from Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, come to Robins to provide repair support and training. MERC consists of specialty trained BMETs who help others in their career field. “They provide support on some of the more critical equipment items in our inventory, such as radiology, ventilators, defibrillators and anesthesia systems. MERC is a step between organizational maintenance and planned/scheduled depot level maintenance,” said Wolfe. For Hewey, she also welcomes the challenge some less critical device repairs bring. “I really like fixing dental chairs. As weird as it is, they get really nasty with clogs,” she said. “Other BMETs are like, why do you like fixing them? Well, it’s always an easy fix, but there is so much to a dental chair. There are so many tubes and barbs, the clog could literally be anywhere and it’s fun to trace all the way down to find it and fix it.” No matter the task, Hewey always remembers the important piece of advice a BMET instructor shared during training school at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. “The instructor told us to treat every single piece of equipment we work on as if it’s going to be used on our loved ones,” said Hewey. “I keep that mindset every day, because that equipment is going to touch someone’s loved one, and I want the equipment to be safe and work properly.”

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U.S. Space Force Col. David Hanson, Space Base Delta 1 commander, and his wife, Mary, greet Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond and his entourage before they depart Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 21, 2022. Raymond has served as the Space Force’s CSO since the service was created in December 2019. He is slated to retire this year after 38 years of service in both the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

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U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond greets members of Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 21, 2022. Raymond has served as the Space Force’s CSO since the service was created in December 2019. He is slated to retire this year after 38 years of service in both the U.S. Air Force and Space Force.

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U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond boards his plane prior to departing Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado, Oct. 21, 2022. Raymond has served as the Space Force’s CSO since the service was created in December 2019. He is slated to retire this year after 38 years of service in both the U.S. Air Force and Space Force

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SecAF visits Barksdale AFB, discusses operational imperatives By Carla Pampe Air Force Global Strike Command Public Affairs

BARKSDALE AIR FORCE BASE, LA. (AFNS) — Logistical and other warfighting strategies focus first and Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall visited Barksdale Air Force Base, Oct. 27 to meet with Air Force Global Strike Command leaders and visit with 2nd Bomb Wing Airmen. Kendall discussed modernization efforts throughout the command with AFGSC senior leaders, receiving updates on B-52 engine upgrades, the B-21 Raider program, and the LGM-35A Sentinel missile program. “The modernization programs you oversee at Air Force Global Strike Command move us forward, ensuring we improve our operational posture relative to our pacing challenge; China, China, China,” Kendall said. “I’ve been beating the drum about China’s military modernization for a long time, and you are at the forefront of the department’s efforts to counter the challenge.” Following his briefings, Kendall conducted an All Call for AFGSC staff, where he discussed the seven Operational Imperatives, including defining the B-21 Long Range Strike Family-of-Systems. Kendall also provided perspective on the various security challenges unfolding globally and conveyed his gratitude to meet with the Global Strike team. “I am glad to have the opportunity to speak with you today. As I travel, I’ve gotten to meet a lot of Airmen and Guardians, and nothing is more important to me than

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having informal conversations with the men and women who wear the Air or Space uniform,” he said. “It lets me know where we are succeeding in supporting our One Team — and where we have progress still to be made.” Kendall highlighted some of the challenges faced by the command and the Air Force - aging and costly-to-maintain capital structure with average aircraft ages of approximately 30 years. “However, no matter the challenge, the men and women of Air Force Global Strike command have met them head on,” he said. “Our senior leaders have spoken clearly on the importance of integrated deterrence. The systems U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nia Jacobs entrusted to the Airmen of Global Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall coins Airmen at Barksdale AFB, Louisiana, Oct. 27, 2022. Kendall noted Strike Command are the source of the ability individual Airmen possess to innovate while enabling Air Force Global Strike Command’s mission and strength which integrated deter- thanked them for their role in delivering a safe, secure, effective nuclear deterrent. rence is built upon—without you, there is no foundation for our nakeep the bomber flying. tional security structure.” “Thank you for all that you do to keep our nation safe After concluding his all call, Kendall had lunch with Airmen from the 2nd Bomb Wing who directly support in unprecedented times,” Kendall said to the Airmen of the nuclear deterrence mission day in and day out, toured Barksdale AFB. “The drive and commitment you bring a B-52 and visited with aircrew and maintainers who to your mission every day is exceptional.”

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November 3, 2022

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FRONT RANGE NEWS For more events, check out Facebook.com/SpaceBaseDelta1

SBD 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS WANT TO ASK THE COMMANDER A QUESTION?

SBD 1 MOTORCYCLE RIDING CLUB

There’s a number of methods available to ask your questions or voice your concerns to the Space Base Delta 1 commander.

The SBD 1 motorcycle riding club is open to all riders affiliated with Peterson SFB, Schriever SFB and Cheyenne Mountain SFS and is dedicated to supporting new and experienced riders while helping everyone become better and safer riders in the process.

Email: SBD1.PA.ActionLine@spaceforce.mil App: “Questions?” feature on Peterson’s or Schriever’s AF apps Website: “Contact” tab on the Peterson SFB/Schriever SFB websites Your submission will remain anonymous on the app or website unless you click the “Contact Me” box and include your email address.

The club is a place to share motorcycle related events, ride opportunities (big or small), or just network with other riders. They also have the opportunity to participate in fun, skill-enhancing training activities, mentorship rides, riding skills contests and more! POC: Master Sgt. Garrett Larson at garrett.larson.2@us.af.mil

21 CPTS CO-LOCATE WITH MPF The Peterson finance office will be going through a remodel beginning in October and lasting through December. Until construction is complete, they will have technicians co-located with the MPF on the first floor. Customers can walk into the MPF and sign into the kiosk for finance assistance. In processing briefings will still take place in the computer lab on the second floor on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 a.m. When: Starting Monday, Oct. 3

PETERSON SFB BLOOD DRIVE When: Friday, Nov. 18, 8 a.m. - noon Where: The Hub on Peterson SFB Schedule: Schedule a time slot at https://donors.vitalant.org and use Blood Drive Code 6827

Where: Peterson Finance Office

21ST MDG ANNOUNCEMENTS SBD 1 will continue to follow HHQ, DoD force health protection guidance, and state or county policy. This includes the continued requirement for mask wear while within medical facilities.

UPDATED COVID-19 VACCINE GUIDANCE Primary/Initial Series — Pfizer-BioNTech • Available Fridays • Ages 12 and older • You must schedule an appt for your all doses. • Your second dose should occur 21 days after your first dose. However, if necessary the second dose can occur 4 days early or up to 14 days after the 21-day recommendation.

Primary/Initial Series — Moderna • Available Thursdays • Ages 18 and up can receive the Moderna vaccine • Your second dose should occur 28 days after your first dose. If necessary the second dose can occur 4 days early or up to 14 days after the 21-day recommendation. sfspaceorbital.com

ADULT COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENTS

Booster/Additional Dose Pfizer-BioNTech Booster vaccines are available on Fridays for ages 12 and older Moderna booster is available for all beneficiaries ages 18 years and older on Thursdays Boosters are available if you meet the following criteria: Completed a primary/initial series It has been at least 5 months after completing Moderna/ Pfizer series OR at least 2 months after receiving Janssen Individuals may select which booster they would like by scheduling on the day that they are being offered. Individuals may mix and match types after completing initial series. No boosters are available for dependents under the age of 18 at this time. Second boosters are available for beneficiaries 50 and older or members who are moderately/severely immunocompromised with a script from their PCM.

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Where: Immunizations, Peterson SFB Main Clinic: 559 Vincent St, Peterson SFB, CO 80914 Details: Visit https://informatics-stage.health.mil/ COVAX/to make an appointment.

PEDIATRIC COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENTS Who: Children ages 5-11 can receive the PfizerBioNTech vaccine as long as legal guardian is present What: 21 MDG is now providing pediatric Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccines. Just like in adults, 2 doses given 3 weeks apart are required for a child to be fully vaccinated. Where: Immunizations, Peterson SFB Main Clinic: 559 Vincent St, Peterson SFB, CO 80914 Details: Visit https://informatics-stage.health.mil/ COVAX/ to make an appointment. ALL VACCINES AVAILABLE FOR FREE IN THE COMMUNITY

Visit the El Paso County Public Health Department website at elpasocountyhealth.org/how-can-i-get-a-vaccine.

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November 3, 2022

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