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        Policy UpdatesNewsroomReoptimizationBIOGRAPHIESAF Senior Leaders      Chief Bass speaks to the 432nd Security Forces Squadron and they stand around her in a circle/Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass speaks to Airmen from the 432nd Security Forces Squadron while visiting Creech Air Force Base, Nev., Jan. 9, 2024. Bass spoke about the importance of security forces Airmen to the defense of the U.S. Air Force and thanked them for their service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria Nuzzi)
                
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Elevating Airmen voices: stories of resilience unfold during CMSAF Bass visitPublished Jan. 22, 2024
                    
                    By Senior Airman Kristal Munguia
                    
                    
                    432nd Wing/ 432nd Air Expeditionary Wing
            **CREECH AIR FORCE BASE, Nev. (AFNS) --**Airmen assigned to the **Creech Air Force Base** shared their stories of resilience and dedication during **Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Joanne S. Bass**’s visit to the base, Jan. 9. 
 
Bass represents the highest enlisted leadership level in the Air Force, providing direction for the enlisted force and representing their interests. By traveling to military installations, Bass can fulfill this vital duty, sparking dialogue between herself and the Airmen.Cheif Bass walks on the flight line with wing leadership.Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass walks on the flightline with 432nd Wing leadership at Creech Air Force Base, Nev., Jan. 9, 2024. The visit was the first time Bass visited Creech AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria Nuzzi)
            
            
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The visit commenced with the wing’s mission brief explaining its indispensable role within the broader Air Force landscape, gaining a comprehensive understanding of its pivotal contributions to its overarching objectives. 
 
Afterward, Bass visited the dedicated men and women of the 432nd Security Forces Squadron and witnessed their crucial role in safeguarding the installation. Bass learned about the Augmentee Program, the solution to combating manning issues within the squadron. The program provides training such as instructing suspects, handcuffing, combative techniques, and more to Airmen from different Air Force specialty codes, who then become a security forces Airman for approximately 60-120 days. 
 
“The Augmentee Program has given our defenders the opportunity to provide an even better scope of base defense without having to stretch their resources,” said Senior Airman Ariel O’Shea, 432nd SFS augmentee. “I’ve appreciated the opportunity to work with them and get a behind-the-scenes understanding of the amazing job they do to keep us operating smoothly 24/7/365. Gaining insight into the security forces career field has been humbling, and I will forever treasure the sacrifices they and their families make to serve our mission.”Chief Bass speaks to Master Sgt. Donald while watching a live demonstration of an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft.Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, is briefed by Master Sgt. Christopher Donald, 11th Attack Squadron, watches a live demonstration of an MQ-9 Reaper remotely piloted aircraft, Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, Jan. 9, 2024. He briefed Chief Bass about Satellite Launch and Recovery which is crucial for the MQ-9 Reaper to be able to perform Agile Combat Employment operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Victoria Nuzzi)
            
            
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**Satellite Launch and Recovery**. 
 
The base’s senior enlisted leaders and first sergeants then got the opportunity to sit down and have lunch with Bass to discuss the issues surfacing among Airmen. Topics discussed were Airmen readiness and welfare, leadership development and mentorship, quality of life initiatives, and operational challenges and mission support.

“Being the first sergeant for our defenders, I’m responsible for safeguarding the well-being and effectiveness of every Airman under my charge,” said Master Sgt. Jacob L. Brown, 432nd SFS first sergeant. “After speaking with Chief Bass, I was able to amplify the voices of my Airmen, while also getting the chance to receive mentorship from our senior enlisted leader.”

Bass then immersed herself in the intricacies of **MQ-9 Reaper** operations by taking a seat in a simulator, gaining firsthand insights into the collaborative efforts of remotely piloted aircraft pilots and sensor operators as they work in tandem to execute missions. 
 
“I really enjoyed getting to meet Chief Bass,” said Senior Airman Brittany Posner, 867th Attack Squadron sensor operator. “I was able to explain my Air Force specialty code and she had several good questions to ask further about what sensor operators do day-to-day. I also appreciated her asking us what changes we would like to see implemented across the Air Force which was very appreciated.” 
 
Bass then saw an MQ-9 static display and a portable aircraft control station demonstration. 
 
The visit concluded with a base-wide all-call, an open dialogue between Bass and Airmen, providing an opportunity for the enlisted force to be heard and addressed. She also took the time to recognize the outstanding contributions of some exceptional Airmen.LR 



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