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PLANE TALK 167TH AIRLIFT WING
OCTOBER 2021
Next UTA 6-7 NOVEMBER 2021
PLANE TALK is an authorized
Air Force publication for the IN THIS ISSUE
members of the 167th Airlift Wing,
West Virginia Air National Guard.
Contents of PLANE TALK are not
necessarily the official views of, or Command Comments .............................................................................................................3
endorsed by the U.S. Government,
Department of Defense, or the 167th event honors POW and MIA................................................................................................4
Department of the Air Force. Like grandfather, like grandson...................................................................................................5
The editorial content is prepared,
edited and provided by the Public 167th AW C-130-era aircrew reunite .........................................................................................6
Affairs Office, 167th AW, WVANG, Airman Spotlight September 2021 Tech. Sgt. Margaret Flanagan........................................7
Martinsburg, WV 25405-0204.
Email comments to: Joint Council meeting and First Sergeant make pancakes photos.....................................8
167.AW.PA.Public.Affairs@us.af.mil
Chaplain Chat, Go to the ant...................................................................................................9
Airmen and Family Programs...................................................................................................10
ESGR Bosslift invitation................................................................................................................11
Safe and Secure..........................................................................................................................12
Observance, Hispanic Heritage Month ................................................................................13
Combating Trafficking in Persons, Sexual Assualt Prevention and Response ....................14
Accolades..................................................................................................................................15
Col. Marty Timko
Wing Commander
Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle
Public Affairs Superintendent
Staff Sgt. Timothy Sencindiver
PA Specialist
Staff Sgt. Mallory Coleman
PA Specialist
Senior Airman Edward Michon
PA Specialist
The 167th Airlift Wing Public Affairs Office is always looking for story ideas and original content.
Senior Airman Steven Sechler PLEASE SEND ALL PLANE TALK SUBMISSIONS, INCLUDING STORIES, COLUMNS, AND PHOTOS TO:
PA Specialist 167.AW.PA.Public.Affairs@us.af.mil
ON THE COVER
A C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, operated by the 167th Airlift Wing, flies over Shepherd Field, Martinsburg, West Virginia, Aug. 19, 2021, at the
conclusion of a memorial service for Lt. Col. Barry Rowekamp. Rowekamp was the wing’s chief of aerospace medicine before he passed
on Aug. 6. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle)
ON THE BACK COVER
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Connor Ottaviano, a communications/navigation/mission systems specialist for the 167th Maintenance
Group, tests the countermeasure flares system on a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft as part of a routine inspection at the 167th Airlift Wing,
Martinsburg, West Virginia, Oct. 2, 2021. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Edward Michon)
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COMMAND COMMENTS
Vision
The Premier Airlift Wing
Mission Ready, Committed to Airmen and Community,
and Dedicated to Continuous Improvement
167AW WING COMMANDER 167AW WING COMMAND CHIEF
Col. Martin Timko Command Chief Master Sgt. Troy Brawner
Mighty Airlift Wing! Team,
In the darkened fog at 0600 Saturday morning, wing members began a circuit path on the west side I hope you had a productive drill and were able to get some good training accomplished. I
of base carrying the U.S. Flag, the WV State Flag, and the National League of Families POW/MIA Flag. Ev- enjoyed getting around to most of your work areas and seeing the great work and energy you
ery fifteen minutes or so, the flags were passed to new wing members who continued the relay throughout bring to the fight. A huge shoutout to Chief Meacham and his team for putting together our first
the following twelve hours. With this gesture made by men and women across the base, it served as a POW/MIA run. And thanks to each of you who participated in the event. Throughout the day I
simple reminder for us all who wear the uniform of service. Recognizing the special debt we owe to our couldn’t help but stop and think about what our nation’s POW and MIA military members endured.
brothers and sisters in arms who sacrificed their freedom during wartime so that this country might enjoy We owe them and their families much gratitude. May we never stop working to bring them home.
the blessings of peace and liberty. Additionally, we remember the unresolved casualties of war with our I had the opportunity to attend the joint council meeting over the weekend consisting of
fellow service men and women who are still missing, acknowledging the pain and bitterness of war en- members from the Rising 6, Top III, 1st Sgt’s, and Chief’s councils. I am so excited to see the en-
dured by the families, relatives and friends. As demonstrated throughout the wing this past Saturday: You ergy from these teams. They have their sights set on everything from driving improvements to our
are not forgotten. physical fitness track area, to the upcoming family day event, as well as a dining out event next
Making the POW/MIA Remembrance Relay a success took efforts from members throughout the wing year. Their recommendations are taken very serious by Col Timko and me. If you are not an active
as guided by Chief Meacham. My heartfelt thanks to Chief and the cadre that organized, setup, sus- member in your council, I highly recommend you take the time to attend an upcoming meeting.
tained (to include serving pancakes to participants), and cleaned-up. Events such as these give powerful Have some fun and get involved!
reminders to all in the 167th to our special military calling, and it does my heart proud when I see so many Before you know it our RCP deployers will be returning. Let’s make sure we do everything we
of Team Martinsburg involved. Thank you again to those who pulled the event off and participated: well can to make their transition smooth. The experience and knowledge that they have acquired
done all! during their deployments will make us better. I look forward to getting each and everyone of
With just a few weeks from September UTA, October UTA’s environment was one of (dare I use the them back and hearing their amazing stories and accomplishments.
phase) normalcy with no visitors or the like to inject into the training schedule. It was good to have a Drill This is the time of year I ask each of you to take inventory of your career. What are you doing
in which to primarily focus on putting the ‘T’ in UTA and that was evidenced throughout the base over the to reach your goals? Are you working on your PME? Are you taking classes outside of the military?
weekend. Readiness items were the priority, as were chances for raters to provide feedback to ratees as Do you have a mentor? For my MSgt-CMSgt’ s and/or Major’s and above have you submitted
performance reports were being worked. Overall, October UTA seemed to be generic but fruitful as the a Force Development package for this year (due by the end of this month)? I hope you’ve an-
multitude of training efforts made the weekend pass quickly! swered yes to at least one or more of these questions. We have a tremendous amount of knowl-
Now that Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) is officially here, I have tasked the group commanders to establish edge and resources on base that can assist you. I challenge everyone of you to set your 3–5-year
their training plans to include the use of orders and travel funds. We have some unique training events on goals. Write them down and post it somewhere that you will see it every day. Make sure you share
the horizon and I am always a fan of getting members outside of KMRB and into the system to view, learn, your aspirations with your leadership. Then, get to work and make it happen.
and collaborate with other units to hone our mission skills. In the short term, I am working with all of the I thank each of you for all that you do to make the 167 AW second to none. Please stay on
councils to ensure that we can have a Family Day event over December UTA. As previously mentioned top of your game both mentally and physically. And continue to look out for each other. We are
in this UTA’s relay event: it takes much support from our members to make these things happen – please family.
consider helping the councils to ensure a fun day for our 167th Family. It is a full month until November I look forward to seeing you soon.
UTA, but the steady autumn weather and Halloween will be here before we know it. Until November UTA, Your Chief,
stay healthy, stay safe, and most importantly: STAY MIGHTY!
Chief Brawner
--Marty
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167th event honors POW and MIA
by Staff Sgt. Tim Sencindiver
A POW/MIA 12 Hour Remembrance Run/Walk was held during the 167th Airlift Wing’s Octo- one or more 15-minute increments to guarantee the flags stayed in motion.
ber’s unit training assembly, Martinsburg, W.Va., Oct. 2. “It’s a very good thing to do, it helps the wing come together and move forward towards
As a tribute to Prisoners Of War and those Missing In Action participants ran or walked as a something great,” said Meacham.
flag-bearing group, displaying the U.S., POW/MIA and West Virginia flags for the duration of the “It gives me a lot of pride to memorialize, those who are still missing, and those who were pris-
event.
oners of war,” said Colonel Bill Annie, 167th Mission Support Group commander whose uncle was
Chief Master Sgt. Jason Meacham, 167th Mission Support Group and Headquarters senior a POW during World War II.
enlisted leader, coordinated the event.
In 2005 while deployed, Meacham said he was asked to “We’re keeping faith with the families,” said Annie, “We’re still remembering them, years later.”
organize a similar POW/MIA run. More information for POW and MIA can be found on the Defense POW/MIA Accounting
Ever since then Meacham said he has wanted members of the 167th Airlift Wing to embrace Agency’s website which currently lists more than 81,900 Americans still missing from Vietnam War,
the tradition. the Cold War, the Korean War, and World II.
Approximately 65 volunteers staffed the event and 223 members of the unit participated in
Top left: The POW/MIA 12 Hour Remembrance Run/Walk is kicked off in the dark at 6:00 a.m. led by the Col. Martin
Timko, 167th Airlift Wing commander, and other members of his headquarters staff, Oct. 2, 2021. Bottom left: The
final group of 167th Airlift Wing Airmen complete the POW/MIA 12 Hour Remembrance Run/Walk at the wing, Oct. 2,
2021. Above: Members of the 167th Civil Engineering Squadron participate in the POW/MIA 12 Hour Remembrance
Run/Walk at the 167th Airlift Wing, Oct. 2. 2021. Unit members carried the U.S., POW/MIA and West Virginia flag for
the duration of the event, starting at 6:00 a.m. and ending at 6:00 p.m. to pay tribute to those who were prisoners
of war and those still missing in action. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle)
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Like grandfather, like grandson
by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle
When 167th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, Staff Sgt. George
Buckley, was very young he and his grandfather were inseparable.
They were each other’s favorite person.
That’s what he’s been told. He doesn’t have memories from that early in his
life, just photographs and family stories.
Buckley wasn’t quite three when his grandfather perished in an aircraft
crash.
Master Sgt. George Griffith was a flight engineer on a C-130E Hercules
aircraft operated by the 167th Airlift Group.
On Oct. 7, 1992, just before 9:30 a.m., Decoy 81, a training mission out of
Shepherd Field, Martinsburg W.Va., went down near Berkeley Springs, W.Va.
All six crew members on board died. It was a tragedy no one expected
and its impact is still felt nearly 30 years later.
Above: George Griffith was a flight engineer for the “Everyone tells me, ‘your grandfather was one of a kind, he was a great
167th Operations Group and was known to take his
person,’ so I strive to be like him. That’s one of my main goals, at the end of day,
grandson, George Buckley, with him everywhere
he went. Buckley is now a crew chief for the 167th
is to follow in his footsteps,” Buckley said.
Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. (photos courtesy Buckley enlisted in the 167th Airlift Wing 11 years ago as an aircraft
of Staff Sgt. George Buckley) mechanic. He chose the job because he sees it as a way to give back, to
Right: U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. George Buckley, 167th help prevent aircraft accidents, acknowledging that the C-130 crash was not
Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, joined a maintenance failure.
the 167th Airlift Wing, following his grandfather’s “I want everyone to come home at night, and I take pride in that,” he said.
footsteps. His grandfather, Master Sgt. George Grif- Several years after his grandfather passed, Buckley’s family moved from
fith, a C-130 Hercules aircraft flight engineer for the Romney, W.Va., to rural Ohio.
167th Operations Group, died in an aircraft crash
“Every member in my high school was in FFA, [the school] was literally
in 1992, but Buckley says he feels his grandfather
is still with him. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by
surrounded by cornfields. We had a school combine and we learned how to
Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle) run tractors,” he explained.
Buckley came back to West Virginia, enlisting into the 167th in 2011.
“There was never an uneasy feeling coming here because it felt like family
already,” he said.
Many of the older maintainers had known Buckley’s grandfather and one
even thought, for a split second, that Buckley was his grandfather as he walked
across the flight line.
“He came introduced himself to me and realized I’m his grandson and he
was like ‘oh my god I got chills right now, I thought I was seeing a ghost out
there’,” Buckley said.
Buckley said he has grown to physically resemble his grandfather and he’s
told he has a very similar attitude and perspective on life.
His grandfather took him everywhere, carrying him in a backpack, he said,
to farmers markets, hunting and even to work.
“Anytime I leave my kids behind, I’m upset. You know, I’m like, I don’t want
them to be left out of anything. And that’s how he was, too. He was a family
man. And that’s how I want to live my life,” he said.
Through basic training to the birth of his children, Buckley said his grandfather
has remained a strong presence in his family’s life.
“I pray to him all the time. I know he’s watching over me. He’s my guardian
angel.”
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167th AW C-130-era aircrew reunite
by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle
flight engineer and loadmaster.
For more than three decades the Air National Guard unit in Martinsburg, W.Va., operated various models of the C-130 Hercules aircraft.
Arrangements began but the pandemic delayed
It was a remarkable era in the unit’s history.
the reunion.
The Airmen who operated the C-130 workhorses, conducted missions around the globe and built unbreakable bonds with their fellow
“[They] were afraid, as time goes by, more mem-
crew.
bers would be lost, along with the stories and friend-
On Sept. 18, the Air Force’s 74th birthday, approximately 80 former 167th Airlift Wing C-130 Hercules aircraft aircrew and operations sup-
ships,” said Scott Roberts, a member of the planning
port personnel reunited at the train station in Shepherdstown, W.Va.
committee who started his 40-plus year career as a
Attendees came from near and far for dinner, drinks and reminiscing.
C-130 loadmaster.
“Some of us have 30 or 40 years of catching up to do,” said Bill Farrell, a former 167th AW pilot.
With COVID-19 vaccinations available, the com-
A few of those in attendance were members of the unit in 1972 when the 167th Tactical Airlift Group received its first C-130 A, named the
mittee moved forward with the event.
“City of Martinsburg”.
Wilmer said the best part about the reunion was
The unit went on to receive B, E and eventually, in 1994, brand new, off-the-assembly-line H-3 models of the C-130 aircraft.
seeing his old friends and discussing all the old mis-
“Some of the best times of my life were in the C-130 in Germany, England, Panama, Alaska and countless other places,” said Chris Cun-
sions. “It was like seeing your long lost brother or sister.”
ningham, who spent part of his career as a C-130 navigator.
According to Wilmer, based on the feedback from
The 167th’s C-130’s routinely rotated into Panama starting in 1977, continuing for more than 20 years as part of Operation Volant Oak. In
this event, another reunion is likely in a year or two.
the 90’s the unit supported a number of operations flying out of Germany into Turkey, Iraq and Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Late in 2019, Cunningham and fellow retirees, John Griffith and John Wilmer met for lunch, cultivating the idea for the reunion.
“Our thought was that our group was dying off,” said Wilmer, who spent many years maintaining flight records for the airlift squadron.
A committee was formed to bring the event to fruition with a representative from each of the C-130’s crew positions - pilot, navigator,
Above and top right: Approximately 80 former 167th Airlift Group aircrew and operations support personnel reunited at the train station in Shepherdstown,
W.Va., Sept. 18, 2021. The event brought together Airmen who served during the unit’s C-130 Hercules aircraft era, for dinner, drinks and reminiscing. Right:
Richard Zirk, Don Leight, Paul Park and Raymond “Buzz” Sandy, former C-130 Hercules aircraft aircrew, catch up at the reunion. (U.S. Air National Guard
photos by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle)
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Airman
Name:
Tech. Sgt. Margaret Flanagan
Hometown:
Poughkeepsie, NY
Job Title:
Financial Management Specialist
Tech. Sgt. Margaret Flanagan is a financial management specialist
for the 167th Comptroller Flight and the 167th Airlift Wing Airman Spotlight
for October 2021.
As a financial management specialist, Flanagan is part of the comp-
troller team responsible for managing accounting records and systems
and keeping a watchful eye on the wing’s financial data to ensure funds
are utilized responsibly and efficiently.
Flanagan is a duty status Guardsman but recently stepped up and
filled in while another full-time member of the comptroller flight was de-
ployed. CCAF Fitness Recreation and Service Management, 2016
“She kept finance in audit compliance. With minimal training she was able to meet the Master’s Degree in Education with Distance Learning Specialization, 2015
deadlines of the National Guard Bureau that quality assurance has to meet,” said Maj. James Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Specialization, 2013 Bachelor’s
Domenico, 167th Comptroller Flight commander. Degree, Organizational Management, 2011
Domenico also credits Flanagan with rallying the comptroller flight to clean out their inspec- I am proudest of: Being able to bounce back and adapt from the curveballs life throws at you.
tion system databases. “She is the main reason we were cleared from the inspection stand- I have learned to find the positive in every situation.
point,” he said. People may be surprised to know this about me: Most people are surprised to know that I have
completed 2 half marathons, numerous 5k fun runs, and a Spartan Sprint. I hope to do another
How long have you served in the unit? I joined the 167th 8 January 2020 Spartan Sprint and half marathon in 2022.
My job here is important because: Customer service is first and foremost in finance; taking care The most exciting thing I’ve done in the military is: A STAT tour at NGB for 3.5 years.
of the member is priority. Working in Quality Assurance (QA) and Financial Improvement Audit One/Some of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned throughout my career: In my 22 years in the
Readiness (FIAR) I assist in making sure Finance and the Wing are in compliance with regula- service one valuable lesson I have learned is no matter what obstacle(s) you may face, keep
tions. focus on the mission and remain professional.
Civilian job: I am a government contractor working Air Force FIAR for Foreign Military Sales. I am My advice to the newest Airmen in the Wing: As one of my previous commanders told us, “Make
transitioning to a new government contracting position working with SAF/FM Quality Assurance sure your bags are backed”. Make sure your upgrade training and PME are completed early.
Program for all of Air Force. Make sure you are ready for any opportunity that presents itself.
Education: The best thing about working with my team is: How well we all work together as a team. Every-
CCAF Financial Management, 2017 one is there to help each other and fill in when needed.
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Joint council meeting brings reps from across base together to discuss upcoming activites Top Left: U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Becky Reaves, president of the Top 3 Council, addresses concerns from members of the Rising Six Council, during a Joint Council meeting in the wing auditorium at the 167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, West Virginia, October 3, 2021. Joint Council meetings are held once per year to consolidate efforts from several wing groups. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Edward Michon). Top Right: Members of the Rising Six Council listen to future wing plans during a Joint Council meeting in the wing auditorium at the 167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, West Virginia, October 3, 2021. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss past, present and future wing activities. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Airman Edward Michon). 167th Airlift Wing First Sergeants make pancakes for Airmen The 167th Airlift Wing’s first sergeants made pancakes and passed them out to Airmen in front of the maintenance complex at the start of the month’s unit training assembly, Oct. 2, 2021. Right: U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Sara Church, 167th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron First Sergeant, hands a plate of pancakes to Airmen as they head into their duty sections. Middle: U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Ashleigh Palmer, a First Sergeant for the 167th Maintenance Group and headquarters staff hands a pancake to Staff Sgt. James Smith as he runs in the wing’s POW/MIA 12 Hour Remembrance Run/Walk. Left: Master Sgt. Tony Tinsman, 167th Medical Group First Sergeant, mans the griddle, keeping hot pancakes ready for Airmen as they enter the maintenance complex. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Emily Beightol-Deyerle)
CHAPLAIN CHAT
Go to the ant...
by Chaplain (Maj.) Ronald Faith
September 22, the first day of fall, brings apples, school routines, football games and cooling temperatures. Ac-
cording to American Pest (.net) it also brings tiny black ants inside, I saw some recently in my house. While getting rid
of them is a priority, before you do, listen to the words of Solomon and learn from them. He said…
Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores
its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.
(Proverbs 6:6-8)
Notice the wise person, or at least the person that needs to become wise, does not believe they have all the an-
swers. Instead, they are asking questions like, “what can I learn from an ant?” It always amazes me how many “mod-
ern” inventions are created because people who ask this question find their answers in the plant and animal world.
Chaplain (Maj.) (Research Velcro, like on your OCP’s)
Ronald Faith Military members should be particularly aware of the next description, “no commander,” there goes a lot of jobs…
also, not required are overseers and rulers. This is because the ant is:
- Self-starting: They demonstrate initiative. Ants will be regularly seen wearing Nike shoes, because they do not wait, they “Just do it.”
- Self-motivated: Getting out bed comes easy for the ant because they speak Latin, and know what “Carpe Diem” means. (If you
don’t, ask Mr. Google.) This motivation is clearly seen when the items they carry are much larger than themselves, and definitely when they
work as a team to overcome obstacles.
- Self-structured: The have memorized their companies mission/vision statements, and everything they do is working toward the goal.
Lastly, notice when the ant opens his calendar, written at the top of each page it says, “Sometimes later, becomes never, so do it
now.” These little creatures are running around in my kitchen screaming, “winter is coming.” With so much to learn by going to the ant, ever
wonder which creature the sluggard went to?
GLORIFYING GOD
SERVING AIRMEN
PURSUING EXCELLENCE
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For Our Service Members And Their Families
Airman & Family Readiness Program Office
* Service Members - If you are retiring from the military in the next 2 years, MEB, or separating military
and have an Active Duty tour in your past of at least 180 consecutive days, stop in to the Airman &
Family Program Office and ask about the Transition Assistance Program (TAP). It’s time to start your
post-military planning and get familiar with the resources available to you. The Airman & Family
Program Office is in building 120, room G37.
* Service Members - Need a new resume? Are you looking for a career change? Contact the
Airman & Family Program Office, 304-616-5590, and schedule an appointment for Federal career
coaching and resume review. Airman & Family Program employment services are also available to
your spouse, significant other, high school graduate, college student child.
Personal Financial Counselor
* The Personal Financial Counselor (PFC), Mr. Jerry Zeigler, is available to meet with service mem- The Family Programs Office is located
bers and spouses for in-person financial sessions on all financial matters by appointment. He can be in Bldg. 120, lower level. For more
reached at 304-543-6452 or email PFC2.WV.NG@zeiders.com to set an appointment. information contact Airman & Family
Readiness Program Manager
Sherry Lewis at
167th Family Readiness Group (FRG) 304-616-5590 or 1-866-986-4325
* School Supplies Available for 167th Military Children – Our community donated school supplies to
our military children through an Operation Homefront program at the local area Dollar Tree stores.
The supplies are located in the Airman & Family Program Office, Headquarters building #120, Room
G37, and are available to be picked up by our military members and their family. Limited supplies
available.
* HELP WANTED - If you’re wanting to become more involved in the Wing’s events and volunteer
program, contact the 167th Family Readiness Group, at email 167awfrg@gmail.com, to let them
know what you’d like to help with. Volunteers are needed for the upcoming wing family events.
MOUNTAINEER PRIDE WORLDWIDE 10You Are Invited to the
Military BOSSLIFT at
I accept with pleasure I decline with regret
167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, WV
BOSSLIFT REGISTRATION FORM
9 November 2021 West Virginia Committee, Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
167th Airlift Wing, Martinsburg, WV
9 November 2021
Participant’s Name:
Duty Title:
Company Name: _
SSN: leave blank – Rita will contact you as this is PII _
(Social Security required for Military Flight Manifest)
E-mail:
Address:
What is a BOSSLIFT? City/State/zip: _
Phone: _
Local Employers of West Virginia, supportive of Reserve Component Service
Members, are provided the opportunity to observe and participate in military
Special Needs Information:
training and operations to better understand and support the mission of the
Emergency Point of Contact:
National Guard and Reserve. Telephone for Emergency POC:
Proposed Itinerary: Meet at the 167th Airlift Wing in Martinsburg for a
continental breakfast and introductions; board bus for informational tours, RSVP by October 15, 2021
briefings and hands on simulators at the wing; venture to hangar for tour and
orientation flight on C-17 Aircraft Schedules and Directions will be sent upon receipt of this form
Please send form to:
Flight space is limited. Please RSVP with enclosed form to:
Rita McCallister MSgt Jennifer Cooper
HQ WVANG/WV ESGR WV ESGR 167 MDG
Attn: Rita McCallister, VST 1679 Coonskin Drive 304-616-5107
1679 Coonskin Drive Charleston, WV jennifer.cooper.18@us
Charleston, WV 25311 25311 .af.mil
Rita.d.mccallister.ctr@mail.mil Or email form to:
304 341-6262 Office rita.d.mccallister.ctr
304 542-7089 Cell @mail.milSAFE AND SECURE
Antiterrorism & Force Protection- Suspicious Packages
submitted by Lt. Col. Tim Rice, Wing Antiterrorism Officer
Delivering an explosive or incendiary devise through the mail is an anonymous and relatively risk-free way for a
terrorist to hit a target. Fortunately, we can counteract this threat by identifying suspicious packages or envelopes
and then safely dealing with them. What makes a package suspicious?
- An unusual or unknown point of origin.
- No return address.
- Return address doesn’t match postmark.
- Incorrect spelling on package label.
- An excessive amount of postage.
- An abnormal or unusual size.
- An uneven balance or shape.
- Oily stains on the package.
- Wires or strings protruding from the package.
- Peculiar odor.
Of course any of these identifiers could just mean a relative, friend, or fellow Air Force member didn’t do a good
job of packaging a gift or part, but just the same you should be a little extra cautious. Usually after further investiga-
tion and examination of the exterior of the package or envelope there is enough evidence to indicate a package
is safe to open. However, if you are still not certain of a package’s safety after an examination of it, don’t open it.
Notify the Security Forces Desk at 5300. They will advise you on what to do and notify the personnel who need to
deal with the situation.
If you think something is suspicious, then it is suspicious!
These tips and other important information are located in the CJCS Guide 5260, Service Member’s Personal Pro-
tection Guide: A Self-Help Handbook to Combating Terrorism, which can be found on the base intranet.
REMEMBER: Antiterrorism and Force Protection is EVERYONE’S job.
The 167th Airlift Wing Antiterrorism Officer is Lt. Col. Tim Rice, 242-5084.
MOUNTAINEER PRIDE WORLDWIDE 12Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from 15 September - 15 October of each year. The observance is celebrated during this time frame due to many significant events for various Hispanic communities which fall within the observance period. The President issues a Proclamation each year calling on the people of the United States, especially the educational community, to observe National Hispanic Heritage Month with appropri- ate ceremonies and activities. Hispanics have had a profound and posi- tive influence on our country through their strong commitment to family, faith, hard work, and service. They have enhanced and shaped our na- tional character with centuries-old traditions that reflect the multi-ethnic and multicultural customs of their community. The theme for this event changes each year.
Sexual Assault Prevention & Response
Have questions? Need Help?
We’re here for you!
West Virginia National Guard
Sexual Assault Response Coordinator:
Jenny Colagrosso
Office: 304-561-6681; DSN: 623-6681
24 hour Blackberry: 304-541-0573
jenny.r.colagrosso.civ@mail.mil
167th Airlift Wing
Volunteer Victim Advocate:
Emily Beightol-Deyerle
Office: 304-616-5251; DSN: 242-5251; Cell: 304-839-9157
emily.beightol_deyerle.2@us.af.mil
24/7 Sexual Assault Support for DoD Community
DoD Safe Helpline:
Call: 877-995-5247
Texting: (*55-247)
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167TH AW POC:
MSgt Michael Seavolt
CTIP Program Coordinator
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Promotions
Welcome To Senior Airman
Retirements
Capt Richard Talbott, AS MSgt Angelo Alvarez, LRS
Benjamin Weller, SFS
A1C Cameron Layne, OSS Gabriel Woods, LRS
AB Brandon Ritchie, CF James Elliott, MXS
CCAF
degree recipients
Welcome Back To Staff Sergeant
SSgt Rebecca Campos, AS
from Technical Training Michael Lang, FSS
MSgt Dirk Hennen, MXG
A1C Ryan Yates, MX MSgt Robert Kittredge, LRS
Jami Miller, CPTF
A1C Trenton Sherman, SFS SSgt Cory Michael, MXG
A1C Samuel Hardman, SFS SSgt Keith Michael, MXG
To Master Sergeant
TSgt Matthew Shade, MXG
Rachel Orndorff-Shawyer, MDG
Myrissa Everhart, MXG
To Senior Master Sergeant
Dave Dixon, AW
Wing Inspection Team previews
upcoming inspection events
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Jason Harris, 167th Airlift Wing Inspec-
tor General, meets with the 167th Wing Inspection Team
(WIT) to discuss future events and recognize two Airmen for
their work with the inspection program, during a unit train-
ing assembly at Martinsburg, West Virginia, Oct. 3, 2021.
Harris coined Tech. Sgt. Joshua Hess and Senior Master
Sgt. Jeffery DeMille at the meeting for their outstanding
performance over the last year as WIT members. (Air Na-
tional Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Timothy Sencindiver)
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