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UTA Calendar of Events Potomac Air Monthly

Editorial Staff

Brig. Gen. Jeffrey R. Johnson

113 WG commander

Col. Marc H. Sasseville

113 WG vice commander

Chief Master Sgt. Chris Acostar

113 WG command chief

Capt. Byron Coward

113 WG Public Affairs chief

2nd Lt. Duane N. Peterson

113 WG Public Affairs deputy

Master Sgt. Ray C. Wilkerson

113 WG Public Affairs 

superintendent

Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wilson

editor

Master Sgt. Dennis Young

photographer

Tech. Sgt. William Parks

graphic artist and photographer

Staff Sgt. Gareth B. Buckland

photojournalist

Staff Sgt. Gary Nelson

historian

Senior Airman Gwendolyn Blakley

photographer

Airman 1st Class Sarah Hayes 

photographer

Airman 1st Class Kelly L. Mollineaux

staff writer

The Potomac Air Monthly is the official 

newsletter published by and for the 113th Wing, 

District of Columbia Air National Guard. The 

contents of the Potomac Air Monthly are not 

necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by 

the U.S. government, Department of Defense, Air 

Force, Air National Guard, National Guard Bureau 

or the D.C. Air National Guard.

To submit articles or photography to the 

Potomac Air Monthly, send them to PA.113WG@

dcandr.ang.af.mil or contact the 113 WG Public 

Affairs office at 240-857-2810.

The Public Affairs Office address is 113th 

Wing, DCANG 3252 E. Perimeter Rd. Andrews 

AFB, MD 20762.

Cover photo by Master Sgt. Dennis You

UTA Schedule

March 2009 UTA 14-15

April 2009 ORE 15-20

May 2009 UTA 30-31

June 2009 ORE 10-14

July 2009 ORI 16-22

Aug. 2009 No UTA

Sept. 2009 UTA 19-20

Oct. 2009 UTA 17-18

Nov. 2009 UTA 21-22

Dec. 2009 UTA 5-6

Nugget Training Date/Time Location

Casualty Reporting Sat. or Sun. In office

Proper use of Decon. Sat. or Sun. In office

RCC Operation Sat. 0700

ICC TX day SITBRF Sat. 0730 ICC

OCL validation Sat. 0730 

Threat Working Group Sat. 0730

CP SITREP process Sat. 0730

CSS handoff to SOC Sat. 0730

EOC Training Sat. 0730

Memorial Service Sat. 1145 Chapel 3 

SERENE BYTE Ex. Sat. 1500

Chief Master Sgt. Rose Sat. 1600 Wing Auditorium

Rising Six Sat. 1615 Bldg. 3252 Rm. 201

CSA/CS tabletop Sun. 0830 3222

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Inauguration

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Spotlight 22

Inauguration 

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13 Supply

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In memory of ...

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History 26

Staff Sergeant Phillip Eric Downey I, entered into eternal rest Feb. 12, 2009, at Andrews. 

Phil was born August 23, 1959, in Dayton, Ohio. He is preceded in death by the late James 

(Bud) Downey and Esselean (Lean) Brantley.

Phil was a 1977 graduate of John H. Patterson Cooperative High School. After high 

school, he enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1977 and was stationed at Parris Island, S.C., and 

Quantico Marine Base, V.A. He separated from the Marine Corps and was accepted into 

the Prince George’s County Police Department where he served five years. He was later 

employed by Prince George’s County as a Property Standards Inspector in the Environmental Resources Department. 

Phil suffered a major medical setback when a malignant tumor was found, which eventually prevented him from performing his duties with the Prince George’s County Police 

Department. Phil spent months in rehabilitation, relearning to walk, eat, and dress before he 

was given a desk assignment. 

Phil joined the Air Force in 2002 and was assigned to the 459th Air Refueling Wing as a 

Life Support Specialist. He later transferred to the District of Columbia Air National Guard 

in 2007 and was assigned to the 113th Services Flight as a food service journeyman. 

Phil leaves to cherish his memory, his sons, Staff Sgt. Christian A. (Angie) Lynch, Davis 

Monthan AFB, A.Z., and Senior Airman Phillip Eric Downey II, Hickam AFB, Hawaii; 

his brother Carl B. (Gina) Downey; sisters Linda A. (Joseph) Tann; Theresa I. (Sanders) Milligan, and Crystal L. Brantley; his stepmother Mabeline Downey, stepbrothers, Willis and 

Michael Wynn, Michael Sr., and Andre Brantley; a host of aunts, nieces, and nephews and 

special cousin Bertha Reece.

Staff Sgt. Phillip E. Downey I
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 The Command Center Ready Warrior

Editor’s note: The following is a 

message from Gen. Norton Schwartz, 

chief of staff of the Air Force, announcing the 2009 CSAF Reading 

List. 

The professional development of 

Airmen remains one of our key priorities; to that end we’ve carefully selected each book on my 2009 reading 

list. I consider professional reading 

important for every Airman: officer; 

enlisted; and civilian.

This year my reading list includes 

twelve books. You owe it to yourself, our Air Force, and our Nation to 

continually increase your knowledge. 

The reading list is one small step in 

this direction.

This year’s reading list is organized 

into three areas: 1) Military History; 

2) Mission, Doctrine, Profession; and 

3) Our Nation and Our World. Every quarter this year I will highlight 

three books from the list and explain 

why I think they are pertinent to your 

professional development.

The first book speaks to our Military History. American Patriot: The 

Life and Wars of Colonel Bud Day, 

by Robert Coram, details the life of 

a heroic man in the United States Air 

Force. Coram's superb biography 

of the most decorated living American veteran begins with Bud Day's 

childhood and follows him through 

joining the Air Force, marrying his 

high school sweetheart, and flying demanding missions in Vietnam. It is a 

truly remarkable story of a great Airman and Medal of Honor recipient.

The second book, Modern Strategy by Colin S. Gray, makes sense 

of the strategic history of the 20th 

Century and what this implies for the 

21st Century. Gray recently wrote 

AF Chief of Staff releases ‘09 Reading List

2009 CSAF Reading Checklist

- Military History

• American Patriot: The Life and Wars of 

Colonel Bud Day

• Fast Tanks and Heavy Bombers:

Innovation in the U.S. Army

• One Day Too Long: Top Secret Site 85 

and the Bombing of North Vietnam

• The Savage Wars of Peace: Small Wars 

and the Rise of American Power

a thought-provoking Strategic Studies Quarterly article about Airpower 

and Irregular Warfare, and this book 

is an excellent backdrop for better 

understanding the demands on our Air 

Force.

The third book for this quarter is 

Beating Goliath: Why Insurgencies 

Win, by Jeffrey Record. This book 

examines the phenomenon of victories by the weak over the strong, 

and more specifically, insurgencies 

that succeeded against great powers. 

Mr. Record reviews eleven insurgent 

wars from 1775 to the present and 

suggests why the seemingly weaker 

side won. He concludes that external 

assistance correlates more consistently 

with insurgent success than any other 

explanation.

I hope you enjoy these books. I 

truly believe reading plays an important part in the professional development of Airmen and that these books 

will provide valuable insight into our 

changing Air Force and world. The 

entire 2009 reading list can be found 

at www.af.mil/library/csafreading.

- Our Nation and World

• Afghanistan: A Short History of its 

People and Politics

• Beating Goliath: Why Insurgencies Win

• Contemporary Nuclear Debates: Missile 

Defense, Arms Control, and Arms Races 

in the Twenty-First Century

- Mission, Doctrine, Profession

• Making Twenty-First-Century Strategy: 

An Introduction to the Modern National 

Security Processes and Problems

•Thinking about America’s Defense

• Modern Strategy

Terrorist attacks are a threat at home 

just as they are abroad and the terrorist 

weapon of choice is the homemade bomb 

or IED. During contingencies the threat 

is normally greater. In recent operations, 

IEDs have been used against US forces 

with deadly effect. As the name implies, 

these are homemade explosive items–and 

the design and complexity are limited only 

by the ingenuity of the builder. Safety is 

paramount with any IED. IEDs are made 

from whatever materials are easily obtainable and can take almost any form. IEDs 

might be hidden or not easily recognized.

You May Be A Target

Never lower your guard. Constantly 

maintain situational awareness–know 

where you are and remain alert for all 

types of entrapment situations. IEDs can 

be planted to stir your curiosity and lure 

you within their lethal explosive range. 

There have been instances of bombers 

causing an explosion just to draw in the 

curious, the would-be rescuers and first 

responders–and then detonating a second 

device. If there is one IED, there may be 

more in the area.

How They Work

Time Delay or Command Detonated. 

An IED can function at a preset time or 

be detonated remotely using a hand held 

transmitter/receiver.

Remote control devices of every sort 

can be used (e.g., car alarms, door bells, 

garage door openers, or cell phones).

Booby-Traps

An IED can also be triggered mechanically if you disturb it. This is commonly 

known as a “booby trap.” IEDs can be 

built so that any force or movement such 

as tugging, lifting, turning a doorknob 

(any normal day-to-day function) will 

detonate it.

How They’re Used

In the workplace, IEDs can be contained in or made to look like ordinary 

items–a common item such as a backpack, 

a discarded box, or a soda can.

In outside areas, in addition to smaller 

items, IEDs have been camouflaged as 

trashcans, cement blocks, flower containers, pieces of curbing, and crates.

In a convoy ambush, IEDs can be used 

to disable a vehicle, followed-up with a 

secondary attack. If you’re the target of 

an IED attack (in a convoy or otherwise), 

DO NOT drop your guard–stay on high 

alert, maintain 360o security, and be ready 

to defend yourself against a follow-up 

ambush and be observant for other IEDs 

designed to attack dismounted Airmen or 

responding forces. Know your rules of 

engagement–work as a team.

Roadside IEDs can be concealed in 

very innovative ways. Watch for:

• Potholes covered with dirt or freshly 

paved areas

• Camouflaging devices such as bags 

along side or in the roadway

• Dead animal carcasses, or bits of a car 

wreck that’s strewn across a highway

• An obvious IED in the open–a decoy–

to slow or stop convoys

The Car-bomb

Comes in all shapes and sizes from 

donkey carts to simple passenger cars and 

ambulances, to delivery trucks.

An attack may even involve multiple 

vehicles. Possible indicators of a car bomb 

or “Large Vehicle IED” are:

• An auto rides low on the springs or 

resting low in the rear

• Large boxes, crates, bags, or containers in plain view

• A control box, switch, or “circuitry” 

on the front seat/floor near the driver

• An acrid smelling smoke coming 

from the trunk or passenger compartment

• Curious fuel-like (diesel or kerosene) 

odors from the trunk or passenger compartment

The Suicide/Homicide Bomber is another form of IED threat. There is no stereotypical suicide bomber. Bulky clothing, 

and nervous appearance may be clues, but 

the best defense is vigilance in performing 

your duties.

Use Common Sense. If possible, make observations regarding 

what you think might be suspicious 

and use the 4Rs of UXO reporting 

(see page 128 and 205). Stick to 

your first instinct. DO NOT second-guess yourself, and do not be 

embarrassed to ask the experts for 

help. (Information taken form the 

Airman’s Manual.)

The improvised explosive device threat

This explosion cloud was caused 

when the Army’s 759th Explosive 

Ordnance Disposal team. They 

detonated a car bomb during an 

improvised explosive device training exercise at the National Training 

Center, Fort Irwin, California. Photo by Ke
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Capital Guardian News

Photo by Army Staff S

Secretary of the Army Pete 

Geren and Maj. Gen. Errol

Schwartz, DC National Guard

commanding general, stop to 

take a photo Feb. 9 after Secretary Geren signed a Community Covenant at the DC Armory. The secretary was also

given a tour of the facility.

Army Secretary honors DCN

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Secretary of 

the Army Pete Geren thanked the DC National Guard for their support of the presidential inauguration during a ceremony 

held at the DC Armory, Washington, D.C., 

Feb. 9.

The secretary gave 28 DC Air and Army 

Guard members and two DCNG civilians 

his coin. On one side bears the Army four 

star general flag and on the other side the 

secretary’s name. The Guard members 

were given the coin in recognition of their 

superior service during the Presidential Inauguration.

“The whole world watched the 56th 

Presidential Inauguration,” said Secretary 

Geren. “We had some concerns going in 

that this perhaps that this would be a crowd 

that could dwarf our very best efforts. In 

fact we had a record setting crowd of ... 

1.8 million, but it did not dwarf our best efforts because of the extraordinary efforts of 

every one of you, this inauguration came 

off without a hitch. Hang that ribbon on 

your chest, it’s a tribute to you and it’s a 

tribute to your families that stand with you. 

Your city and your nation are proud of the 

contributions you have made.”

“It was an honor to receive the coin 

from the Honorable Pete Geren,” said 

Senior Master Sgt. David Thomas, 113th 

Wing plans superintendent. “It speaks volumes to the magnitude of the operation that 

the DCNG executed when a senior leader 

of the U.S. military takes time out of their 

schedule to thank and recognize the work 

that was accomplished.”

“Shaking the hands of the secretary of 

the Army while receiving my coin was one 

of the most prestigious honors I could have 

ever received,” said Master Sgt. Wanda C. 

Robinson, 113 LRS stock control NCOIC. 

“Just the feeling of knowing that I served 

in the presidential inauguration has pretty 

much heightened my military career. Everyone does not get the chance to say ‘I 

participated in the swearing in of one of 

the most important men in the world and 

that is the president of the United States.’ I 

would tell anyone they should experience 

this event because it is an experience of a 

life time.”

“Recipients of the coins were nominated by supervisors and commanders,” said 

Col. Ronald C. Stamps, Joint Force Headquarters – DC Human Resources director. 

Due to time constraints, Mr. Geren gave 

out 30 coins, said Colonel Stamps. A total 

of 150 DCNG Soldiers, Airmen and civilians will receive the coins. The remaining 

coins will be presented at a later date.

Secretary Geren also awarded an Army 

Superior Unit Award and placed a streamer 

in significance of the award on the DCNG 

guidon. 

“All members of the DCANG are 

awarded the ribbon since this was a joint 

operation,” said Colonel Stamps. “This 

is the first time in DCNG history the 

DCANG has received the Army Superior 

Unit Award.” 

The DC Army and Air Guard processed 

and bedded down more than 5,000 Soldiers and Airman in three days through 

three separate Joint Reception, Staging, 

Onward Movement, and Integration locations, said Colonel Stamps. Approximately 

10,000 National Guard personnel were 

called to duty for this event, of the 10,000 

almost 7,000 were under the command of 

the DCNG though the JFHQ-DC and the 

Joint Task force.

By Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wi

edito

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

Secretary Geren gives Senior Master Sgt. David Thomas, 113th Wing Plans superintenden

his coin during a ceremony at the DC Armory. Thirty DCNG Soldiers, Airmen and Civilians

were given his coin for their superior service during the 56th Presidential Inauguration.

General Schwartz and Secretary

Geren place a streamer on the

District of Columbia guidon representing the Army Superior Unit 

Award that was awarded Feb. 9 at 

the DC Armory, Washington, D.C

The front and back of Secretary Geren’s coin
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Inauguration a success for DCNG

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The District 

of Columbia National Guard successfully 

completed the 56th Presidential Inauguration.

“The Joint Force Headquarters - DCNG 

was responsible for setting the frame work 

for the mission,” said Maj. Gen. Errol R. 

Schwartz, DC National Guard commanding general. The DCNG as a whole was in 

support of the local authorities. They had 

three primary customers they supported - 

District of Columbia Homeland Security 

Emergency Management Agency, Park Police and the Secret Service. 

When the JFHQ-DC knew what was 

needed for the inauguration, they engaged 

the Joint Task Force, who would implement 

it.

“This was the largest NSSE [National 

Special Security Event] the Guard has ever 

participated in,” said Brig. Gen. Barbaranette T. Bolden, Joint Force Headquarters – 

District of Columbia assistant adjutant general - Army, who was the Joint Task Force 

commander during the inauguration. 

In the beginning of the mission, there 

was a shortage of staff based on the number of personnel needed to accomplish the 

mission, said General Bolden. “We had to 

grow our staff in less than two weeks and 

develop and execute the mission in less 

than one month. Our team executed as if 

this was a routine mission. I am confident 

that our success is a result of each service - 

Army and Air Guard - bringing their special 

talents to the game.”

When the mission grew the JTF was 

able to quickly make the necessary adjustment to accomplish the mission, said General Bolden. 

“When we realized the taskings continued to grow and the number of people 

required to come in was more than what 

we had in the DCNG, we had to go to the 

National Guard Bureau,” said Brig. Gen. 

Linda K. McTague, JFHQ –DC assistant 

adjutant general - Air, who was the JTF vice 

commander. 

There were so many different organizations and states that came together, said 

General McTague – this was her fifth inauguration. “All arrived with minimal time 

to get ready. They knew what they were 

supposed to do and they executed their 

missions flawlessly. We had people where 

they needed to be, we had them ready and 

prepared. Logistically it was incredible to 

watch.”

“The support provided to us by more 

than 30 states and territories were without question the key to our success,” said 

General Bolden. “When I saw the Soldiers 

and Airmen processing in and watching the 

excitement on their faces - I was inspired. 

When I listened to their leadership, they 

talked about the pride they felt to assist in the 

inauguration of the president of the United 

States of America. The historical nature of 

this event has changed our Nation and me 

as an individual. This was an experience we 

will all share with our families and friends 

for many years to come.”

“We worked as a team,” said Chief Master Sgt. Terrance B. Aycock, state command 

chief master sergeant. “We were the tip of 

the spear that was supported by more than 

30 states and territories. Every Airmen and 

Soldier knew their duties and carried them 

out in an outstanding manner. I am very 

proud of the men and women of the DC 

National Guard. On that day we were truly 

a well oiled machine.”

“We knew this inauguration was going to 

be bigger than others, but I don’t think any 

of us had any idea how big it was going to 

be,” said General McTague, who with General Bolden, were the first females to oversee a mission, such as this in the DCNG. 

“I think we had enough flexibility in our 

planning to overcome any obstacles,” said 

General Schwartz. “I don’t think it was a 

surprise; I have a good team who was forward looking and anticipated what those 

requirements would be and knew the process well enough to know how to get those 

resources.”

By Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wi

edito

Airmen of the 113th Wing wait at a school as part of Task Force Blue during the inauguration. Task Force Blue is a reactionary task forc photo by

poto by Ma

Phto by Tech. 

Soldiers and Airmen are sworn in as Special Police by 

a D.C. Metropolitan Police officer.

Above right: Staff Sgt. Richard Noon, 113th Communications Flight Information Assurance technician, and

Army Staff Sgt. Reed, DCARNG, program the JISSC 

DC Armory.

Right: Master Sgt. Charles Lane, 113th Maintenan

Group aircrew egress system craftsman, and Maste

Sgt. Yulonda M. Godbold, 201st Airlift Squadron mission planner, prepare briefing slides for a daily meeti

with the Joint Task Force commanders. 

poto by Master Sgt. Dennis Young Members of the 113th Wing practice using a baton in preparation of the presidential inauguration. They are part of 

Phto by Tech. 
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The District of Columbia National Guard participated in the 56th presidential inauguration January 20 here.

Both the DC Army and Air National 

Guard had a traditional marching element comprised of 91 Soldiers and 91 

Airmen. Since the 1800s, DC National 

Guard members have marched in the 

inaugural parades.

“The event was overwhelming just 

to know that all those people were here 

to see us march. Hearing the speech 

and being in the parade made me really proud to be a U.S. citizen and to 

serve in the Air National Guard,” said 

Master Sgt. Irma Tamayo-McMurphy, 

113th Communications Flight wing 

knowledge operations manager. 

“I felt deeply honored and proud to 

have participated in another inauguration, my third as a marcher, fourth overall,” Chief Master Sgt. Clayton Dade, 

113th Maintenance Group aircraft 

manager. “Acting as the first sergeant 

for the 91 Air National Guard volunteer contingent was easy and rewarding 

because every member knew we were 

representing the entire Air National 

Guard community. This will always be 

a memory for me and my family of another event that has made me proud to 

be a part of the 113th Wing.”

 “This was the greatest milestone for 

me as an African-American and seeing 

the youth out here is just wonderful,” 

said Chief Master Sgt. LeJuane F. Robinson, 201st Airlift Squadron flight attendant supervisor.

Coincidentally, when the chief, who 

is a native of Washington, D.C., was 12 

years old, her mother took her to hear 

Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech Aug. 

28, 1963 in Washington, D.C.

“Everyone was going, because it 

was a big deal and it was important,” 

said the chief. “It was exciting to me 

because of the crowds. Now I can share 

this with my grandchildren. This inauguration is not for just one race, is for 

all races. It proves that everyone has a 

chance.” 

Inauguration Day brought 1.8 million people to the National Mall. 

“When the buses pulled up and I 

saw the wave of people, it struck me 

emotionally,” said Army Sgt. Norrelle 

Combest, 547th Transportation Company transportation specialist. “Seeing 

the people excited made me excited.”

There were about 14,000 people 

who participated in the parade.

“Being a participant and not a spectator is what I was looking forward 

too,” said Sergeant Combest.

Even though all of the parade participants were standing outside while 

there was a 2-hour delay and the 

weather was in the teens, there were no 

complaints.

“It was a little cold, but other than 

that, very exciting,” said Army 1st Lt. 

Luke Ralston, 273rd Military Police 

Company executive officer.

Both the Soldiers and Airmen practiced marching for at least three days, 

five to six hours a day. It was well 

worth it to the marchers.

“Growing up in Texas and watching 

the Inauguration on TV was exciting, 

but being in the Inauguration Parade 

really put things in perspective” said 

Sergeant Tamayo-McMurphy. “It was 

a very humbling experience.”

‘Front and Center’ of presidential inauguration

By Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wi

edito

an

Maj. Shane Do

Joint Force Headquarter

District of Columbia public affair

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

Photo by Tech. Sgt. 

“When the buses 

pulled up and I 

saw the wave of 

people, it struck 

me emotionally,” 

– said Army Sgt. 

Norrelle Combest, 

547th Transportation Company

transportation specialist

Photo by Senior A

Chief Master Sgt. Clayton Dade, 113th Maintenance Group aircraft manager, calls out a command to the DC Air National Gu

marching element Jan. 20 during the inaugural parade. Chief 

Dade was the marching elements first sergeant. 

Right: DCANG marchers pass the U.S. Capitol during the parad

Top left: The DCANG falls into formation in front of the U.S. Capitol before the inaugural parade begins

The DCANG falls into formation in front of the White House before the inaugural parade begins Jan. 20 at the National M

Chief Master Sgt. Reginal

Edwards, 201st Airlift Squadron Operation Support Flight 

superintendent, inspects a 

marchers uniform to ensure 

proper wear of the Service 

Dress uniform.

The DCANG marching

element marches on 

the Andrews flightline 

in preparation of the 

56th Presidential Inauguration. The DCN

has marched in all 

of the Inaugural Parades.
The 113th Logistics Readiness Squadron 

was tasked in supplying clothing, cots, sleeping bags and other items for the 56th Presidential Inauguration.

Whether it was for uniforms, sleeping 

bags, hand warmers, or transportation, everyone in the wing needed them.

The 113 LRS began preparing for the inauguration Dec. 19. Twenty-six augmentees 

from other National Guard bases helped them 

accomplish this mission.

“We were in charge of issuing all different 

type of necessities such as toilet paper, paper 

towels, fire extinguishers, riot gear, cots, etc.,” 

said Staff Sgt. Yanira Gonzalez, 113th Logistics Readiness Squadron mobility NCOIC. 

“We supported more than 1,200 people for 

five days. Our shifts ran 24 hours and we 

slept and napped in between. It felt good to 

be part of such a big event, but it also took a 

lot of effort and patience to accomplish what 

we did.”

 “We were the behind the scene players 

that no one would hardly see, said Master 

Sgt. Wanda Robinson, 113 LRS stock control NCOIC, was a member of the Joint Task 

Force Supply staff. 

The JTF J4 [supply] office was accountable for providing 7,000 inaugural participants cots, sleeping bags, shower and bathroom installments, heater units and personal 

necessities. 

Sergeant Robinson coordinated and implemented supply support for more than 19 beddown sites. Each site bedded down 300 to 

1,300 military personnel.

“I love my job because it has so much supply diversity to it that my days are never boring,” said Sergeant Robinson. “I enjoy using 

my customer service skills because it brings 

satisfaction to me knowing that I can assist 

with problems and bring a smile to my customers’ face.”

 “Supporting the wing, DCNG Joint Task 

Force and other individuals all at the same 

time was an hourly challenge but we keep 

plugging away and making it happen at all 

hours - 24/7,” said Chief Master Sgt. Walter 

Michael, 113 LRS superintendent.

Some of the many duties the 113 LRS had 

to accomplish were: provide clothing requirements; transport personnel to/from work-cenStory and phot

Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wi

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a drawing Jan. 17 at the DC Armory, eight DC 

Army National Guard members and four 

DC Air National Guard members won 

tickets in a random drawing to the 56th 

Presidential Inauguration.

Washington, D.C., Congresswoman 

Eleanor Holmes gave 12 tickets to the 

District of Columbia for Soldiers and 

Airmen who live in the District of Columbia. 

Brig. Gen. Linda K. McTague, Joint 

Force Headquarters – District of Columbia assistant adjutant general - Air, 

and Brig. Gen. Barbaranette T. Bolden, 

JFHQ - DC assistant adjutant general - 

Army, held a container while an Airman 

and Soldier, respectively, pulled a piece 

of paper out with a name on it.

There are around 300 District of Columbia residents who are in the DCNG. 

There are more Army Guard members 

than Air, which is why there were eight 

names picked for Army and four for Air.

If the Guard member could not attend 

the inauguration, they could give it to a 

friend or family member. 

“I got a call from Col. Jones, [113th 

Mission Support Group commander,] 

that I won the ticket,” said Staff Sgt. 

Mikyung Kang, 113th Civil Engineer 

Squadron operations management apprentice. “I was surprised because I usually don't ever win anything. I thought it 

was cool, and decided that I would give 

the ticket to a friend since I was not able 

to attend since I was working in Task 

Force Blue.”

Those who received tickets are: Army 

Pvt. Antwone Atkinson, Army Pvt. Daryl 

Barriteau, Army Spc. Charles Blakeney, 

Army Maj. Curtis Cherry, Air Force Airman 1st Class Tiffany Clark, Army Staff 

Sgt. Anthony Cowell, Air Force Staff 

Sgt. Mikyung Kang, Air Force Staff 

Sgt. DeLoniel McCombs, Army Pvt. Patrice McNair, Air Force Senior Airman 

Michael Miller, Army Warrant Officer 

George Palmer, and Army Spc. Jessica 

Pollard.

This was the first time inauguration 

tickets were given to the DCNG.

12 DCNG, Washington, D.C.

residents win inauguration tickets

By Tech. Sgt. Adrianne L. Wi

edito

Brig. Gen. Linda K. McTague, Joint Force Headquarters – District of Columbia assistant adjutant general, Air, reads the 2009 Presidential and V

Presidential Inauguration ticket to DCNG members who are also Washington, D.C., residents January 17 in the DC Armor

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113 LRS provides inaugural necessities

Staff Sgt. Yanira Gonzalez, 113th Logistics Readiness Squadron Mobility NCOIC, and Senior Airman Steve Dobbs, 113 LRS material handler technician, roll up sleeping bags after the inauguration. The sleeping bags will be dry cleaned and sealed in plastic and be stored for future

Senior Airman Don Galloway, 113 LRS material management technician, gets ABU’s fr

the shelf for an Airman who will be working 

the inauguration. See Suply
in or around the district with assets and personnel to serve as 

many as 1,100 service members at these locations. Ensuring accountability for all people 

and assets was challenging but 

thanks to the training and experience of 113 SVF, deployment 

and redeployment was achieved 

with nearly flawless execution.” 

 “With the consistently changing mission there was a need for 

constant adaptation,” he said. “A 

regular fluctuation of numbers 

and mission requirements made 

the objectives extremely challenging. As the mission ramped 

up, so did the personnel and asset requirements. Having logistical flexibility was the key to mission success.”

“The true reward is seeing the 

mission executed and knowing 

that all the moving parts came 

together to make it happen,” said 

Sergeant Gadbois. “It’s hard to 

see the forest through the trees 

when you are working in neararctic temperatures, zero sleep, 

off-loading aircraft pallets at 2 

a.m. and answering non-stop 

calls from the field. However, 

when the mission was complete 

you take a moment to realize 

what you just accomplished and 

you are awarded a true sense of 

pride and at that point, it’s worth 

it.”

The mission wasn’t complete 

until Jan. 23 when the last services unit and their equipment 

was re-deployed to their home 

station, said Sergeant Sandacz. 

“No one hurt, no equipment 

broken ... a successful mission 

accomplished in traditional Air 

Guard Services style,” said Sergeant Templeman.

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The 113th 

Services Flight prepared more than 24,000 

meals during the presidential inauguration. 

This inauguration was the first time the 113 

SVF was tasked to provide hot meals. For 

previous inaugurations, they provided box 

lunches to the DCANG marchers.

They fed thousands of Soldiers and Airmen who came from across the country. 

“We provided hot breakfasts, MRE 

lunches and hot dinners for the 7,000 Soldiers and Airmen who provided support for 

the inauguration for six days,” said Master 

Sgt. Bruce A. Templeman, 113 SVF base 

services technician.

“There were 23 services Airmen activated to sustain this extremely challenging 

mission,” said Senior Master Sgt. Frederick D. Sandacz, 113 SVF asset deployment NCOIC. To make all the meals for 

the thousands of Soldiers and Airmen, it 

takes a lot of planning. The 113 SVF began planning for the inauguration Dec. 1, 

and started logistical preparations Jan. 5. 

“It seemed like the mission expanded 

every couple of weeks and we were trying hard to get our requirements finalized,” 

said Master Sgt. Bruce A. Templeman, 113 

SVF base services technician. “Maj. Andrea M. Weber, [HQ DCNG/J4] was instrumental in forecasting the increases and 

kept us focused on our particular areas.” 

“It’s amazing the scope of responsibility 

services carries during a sizable contingent 

such as the inauguration,” said Tech. Sgt. 

Aaron J. Gadbois, 113 SVF subsistence 

deployment NCOIC. 

“Behind the scenes is where all the 

magic happens,” said Sergeant Gadbois. 

“Generating and executing the mission 

involves the coordination of a number of 

squadrons and often times morphing from 

a services team member into a logistics 

readiness squadron, military personnel 

flight or operations squadron function.”

The 113th Services Flight had to have 

help from other Air National Guard Services Flights to make all of this happen. 

“All services Airmen from 16 different 

states became one team and effectively 

used home station training to successfully 

maintain constant communications to control food, personnel, equipment, and deliver hot, safe meals,” said Capt. Jacklyn 

Napier, 113 SVF commander. “We had an 

outstanding services team that was put to 

the test, and worked through challenges 

and long hours to achieve mission success” 

“One hundred and sixty eight services 

Airmen from 16 Air National Guard units 

supported this monumental task,” said 

Sergeant Gadbois. “Their support and 

commitment to deliver service to a total 

force made a seemingly impossible mission a reality. The coordination and reception of 17 units with 18 field feeding platforms was a daunting task. Moreover, each 

unit was deployed to one of 12 locations, 

Chaplains, assistants provide religious, spiritual guidance

Tech. Sgt. Latondra R. Collier, 113th Wing chaplain’s assistant, and Master Sgt. Amichele M. Johnson, 13 WG chaplain’s assistant, di

the different handouts they will hand out during the inauguration while working with Task Force Blue

113 Services Flight

feeds thousands of 

Soldiers, Airmen 

during inauguration

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Members of the 113th Services Flight serve Soldiers and Airmen at the DC Armory during the

inauguration. Thousands of servicemembers were served meals prepared by the 113 SVF.

Staff Sgt. Goldsborough K. Sterling, 113 SVF lodging NCOIC, performs food service duties at the

DC Armory during the week of the 

inauguration.

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ters located throughout District of Columbia; assist augmentee 

Army and Air Guard support personnel in bed-down requirements; issue cots, sleeping bags, hand, body, and foot warmers, 

ABU/Dress Blues uniforms, riot gear; and out process/in process wing personnel involved in the inauguration. 

“Pretty much everyone from supply, transportation, the traffic management office, petroleum oil and lubricants, and log 

plans helped in the inauguration,” said the chief, who has been 

involved in five other inaugurations.

“LRS is always involved in joint missions due to the nature 

of our operations; we have participated directly with marching, 

quick response force and all logistics elements of joint operations,” he said.

The chief liked “being part of history, unity of effort within 

the wing and meeting the mission requirements.”

The mission didn’t end for the 113 LRS after the inauguration.

“The primary execution started for us Jan. 15 and lasted during reconstitution through Jan. 24, but it takes another month 

to complete all actions, financial and property accountability,” 

said the chief. 

“I could not have done it without everyone from LRS who 

assisted in achieving what was accomplished,” he said.

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$250,000 Reward

Microsoft is offering a $250,000 

reward for information that leads to 

the arrest and conviction of those 

responsible for releasing the Conficker/Downadup Worm onto the 

internet. 

In October 2008, Microsoft 

released Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-067 (Critical.) In November the Conficker Worm was 

released into the wild (Internet) 

taking control of systems that were 

not patched. Conficker quickly had 

control of systems across the internet numbering in the thousands. 

Use of the following precautions 

can prevent a system from becoming infected. 

1. Home: Set the Windows Update 

for Automatic. This will allow Microsoft patches to be installed as 

soon as they are available.

Work: Each computer system is 

a member of a patching server that 

pushes updates automatically.

2. Home: Installed antivirus software and configure for automatic 

download of new definition files. 

Free antivirus software is available 

for home use. For more information send an e-mail to 113.wg.ia@

ang.af.mil 

Work: Reoccurring checks are 

performed to ensure each system 

has a Symantec Antivirus installed 

and that they are receiving the latest virus definitions.

3. Home: Do not logon to your system with administrator rights for 

day to day use. Create a user account and only use the administrator account when necessary. 

Work: Administrators and CSAs 

are trained to only login with administrator credentials when no 

other option is available. 

India’s Ministry of External Affairs infected with Spyware - 

Source IPs tracked to China

Several computer systems within the Indian government were 

infected with spyware. Their sensitive Pakistan department was 

included in the systems infected. 

Each time an e-mail was sent a 

copy was forwarded on to another 

address for harvesting by the attackers. The extent of the damage 

caused and the amount and type of 

information captured is still under 

investigation. The source IP’s have 

been tracked to servers located in 

China. Whether these servers were 

under the control of hackers is still 

undetermined. 

For more information go to www.

indianexpress.com and search for 

Cybersecurity breach. 

New security risk with HTTPS/SSL

Hackers have a new tool to fool 

Web surfers into thinking they are 

using a secure session with their 

Web browser. The tool is called 

SSLstrip and can be used in what 

is known as a Man in the Middle 

attack. 

To the surfer the page appears 

as the legitimate page and presents 

a valid SSL certificate so that the 

normal browser warnings are not 

triggered. While the surfer believes 

they are sending their information 

through a secure channel in fact 

the information is being captured 

by the hacker in a clear readable 

format. Currently there is no countermeasure in place to prevent this 

type of attack. 

The 113th Wing Information 

Assurance Manager’s are Master 

Sgt. Allen M. Hotte, at 240-857-

4300 and Staff Sgt. Richard W. 

Noon 240-857-6525. Their e-mail 

address is 113.wg.ia@ang.af.mil.

WASHINGTON, D.C. –

Air Force officials announced Feb. 11 the reinstatement of the Air Force 

Good Conduct Medal for 

enlisted members, effective immediately and retroactive to Feb. 6, 2006, 

when the medal was discontinued. Airmen who are 

eligible should see an update automatically in their 

records on the virtual Military Personnel Flight Web 

site.

 Lt. Gen. Richard Newton, deputy chief of staff 

for manpower and personnel, and Chief Master 

Sergeant of the Air Force 

Rodney J. McKinley announced the reintroduction 

of the medal. 

"This is a great day for 

the Air Force," said Chief 

McKinley. "The Air Force 

Good Conduct Medal has 

a positive impact on good 

order and discipline in the 

unit. It's part of our history 

and we needed to bring it 

back to where it rightfully 

should be, part of our enlisted heritage. 

"When an Airman is 

pinned with their first good 

conduct medal it's an event 

they will never forget," 

he said. "I still remember, 

vividly, receiving my first 

Good Conduct Medal." 

General Newton echoed 

Chief McKinley's words. 

"Bringing this medal 

back shows the Air Force 

commitment of being all 

in when taking care of our 

Airmen and their families," 

Gen. Newton said. "This is 

a great tool for our commanders to recognize deserving Airmen." 

The return of the medal 

comes after the secretary 

of the Air Force approved 

a recommendation from a 

January 2008 awards summit co-hosted by representatives of the office of the 

secretary of the Air Force 

for manpower and reserve 

affairs and the directorate 

for manpower and personnel. 

Both directorates contended that the AFGCM, 

one of the oldest military 

decorations dating back to 

World War II, has a longstanding tradition in the 

Air Force and links Airmen with those who served 

throughout the history of 

the service. In addition, Air 

Force officials solicited input from the field regarding 

the Good Conduct Medal. 

"All services present 

the Good Conduct Medal 

to those who distinguish 

themselves by exemplary 

behavior, so Airmen will 

now have the same opportunity for recognition as 

Soldiers, Sailors, Marines 

and Coastguardsmen," 

said Gen. Newton. "Chief 

McKinley is exactly right 

that this is a great day for 

the Air Force. A time-honored tradition is back." 

For questions regarding 

updates to Air Force personnel records, Airmen can 

call the Air Force Contact 

Center at 1-800-616-3775. 

Air Force Good Conduct Medal reinstated

By Maj. Paul V

Secretary of the Air 

Public Af

The Air Force Good Conduct 

Medal was awarded only to enlisted 

personnel for exemplary conduct 

(exemplary behavior, efficiency and 

fidelity) while on active military service of the United States from June 

1, 1963 to Feb. 28, 2006. 

This medal was authorized by 

Congress on July 6, 1960, with the 

creation of the other medals of the 

Air Force. The medal was not created until June 1, 1963 when the secretary of the Air Force established it. 

It was awarded to Air Force enlisted personnel during a three-year 

period of active military service or 

for a one-year period of service during a time of war. 

Airmen awarded this medal must 

have had character and efficiency ratings of excellent or higher 

throughout the qualifying period including time spent in attendance at 

service schools, and there must have 

been no convictions of court martial 

during this period. 

Air Force personnel who were 

previously awarded the Army Good 

Conduct Medal and after June 1, 

1963 qualified for the Air Force 

Good Conduct Medal could wear 

both medals. 

The medal is the same as the 

Army Good Conduct Medal and was 

designed by Joseph Kiselewski. On 

the obverse is an American eagle 

with wings displayed and inverted, 

standing on a closed book and a Roman sword. Encircling this are the 

words "Efficiency, Honor, Fidelity" 

at the medal's outer edge. The reverse has a five-pointed star above 

a blank scroll suitable for engraving 

the recipient's name and above the 

star are the words, "For Good" and 

below the scroll "Conduct." It is encircled by a wreath of laurel and oak 

leaves. 

The ribbon is predominantly light 

blue with a thin stripe of dark blue, 

thin stripe of white, thin stripe of 

red and a thin stripe of light blue at 

the edge. (Courtesy of the Air Force 

Personnel Center.)

History of the Air Force Good Conduct Medal

Air Force 

Good Conduct Med

Information Assurance

Microsoft offers $250,000 reward

'Perspective' highlights 

service before self

SAN ANTONIO – In the latest "Enlisted 

Perspective, the Air Force's top enlisted Airman 

reflects on the Air Force core value of "service 

before self" and how Airmen incorporate this 

value in everyday life.

"When we deploy; when we take a new assignment even though it isn't the location or the 

timeframe we may have wanted; when we must 

retrain out of our career field even though we 

are very happy in our present duty -- these are 

all examples of service before self," said Chief 

Master Sgt. of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley. 

The chief emphasized that service before 

self does not mean neglecting family or personal growth.

"While Air Force duties take up a large chunk 

of our time, we must take every opportunity to 

spend time with our families and involve ourselves in their lives too," Chief McKinley said. 

"This principle of service before self also 

does not mean Airmen should not pursue higher education, participate in off-duty activities 

or pursue personal and professional development," the chief said.

For more information on Air Force core 

values, the 17-page booklet "United States Air 

Force Core Values" is available for download.

This "Enlisted Perspective" and other senior 

leader viewpoints can be found on the library 

section of Air Force Link.

By Master Sgt. Allen

113th Communications Fli

By Janie S

Defense Media Activity - San A

Daylight Saving

Remember too move your clocks forward one hour at 2 a.m. March 8, which 

will become 3 a.m.
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AAFES aims to make attractive improvements

The Army and Air Force Exchange 

Service's senior enlisted advisor to the 

commanding general visited the local 

AAFES base facilities recently. Marc 

Floyd, Andrews and Bolling Consolidated Exchange general manager, gave 

Chief Master Sgt. Jeffry D. Helm a tour 

of the AAFES facilities here as part of 

his tour of AAFES installations worldwide. 

"We operate fast food restaurants, 

military clothing sales, main stores, 

and shoppettes worldwide and even in 

the most remote locations," said Chief 

Helm, "We go where our military members go, especially downrange in Iraq 

and Afghanistan." 

Army Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Air Force Services programs and 

AAFES facilities are funded and upgraded through revenues and dividends 

generated through AAFES locations 

and the online site, www.aafes.com. 

Thanks to AAFES support by Team 

Andrews members, the base is scheduled to see three key upgrades to the facilities in the coming months. "The old 

dining facility on the east side of base 

will have either a brand-name sandwich 

shop, like a Subway or Quizno's, put in 

there and that will help the folks working on the other side of the base," said 

Chief Helm. 

"We saw a need and approached 

AAFES and base leadership and told 

them that we were looking to better 

serve our customers on the east side of 

the base," said Mr. Floyd. "We're looking for a healthy alternative for our 

customers -- like what can be found in 

these sandwich shops -- we're working 

to meet and exceed their needs and expectations." 

"Additionally, other changes Andrews will see in coming months includes a brand new shoppette with another sandwich shop, eating area and 

an automatic car wash," said Mr. Floyd. 

"We are also looking at a major car care 

center, like a Firestone, that will offer a 

wider-range of car service and the Doner Kabob is going in the old Church's 

Fried Chicken location; that will start 

in March. 

"Another change our military members will enjoy hearing -- especially on 

a cold day like today -- is that we're 

looking for an alternative source for 

the production of the APECs jackets in 

order to better supply our MCSS outlets. If there's one thing I can't stand it's 

when Airmen can't get what they need." 

said Chief Helm. 

Chief Helm said AAFES customers need to know that when they shop 

at AAFES, they are not just getting the 

value that they get at the register, but 

they are helping the base at-large, as 

well. "Roughly 67 percent goes back 

to the base in the form of youth centers, car washes, auto hobby shops, 

child development centers and so on. 

The other 33 percent goes to capital improvements because Airmen, Soldiers 

and their Families should have modern 

facilities they can shop and dine in. No 

money is leftover; it's all given back to 

our military communities." 

"When you shop here at the BX, all 

the shopping dollars are returned to the 

base," said Mr. Floyd. "When you shop 

here, you can be assured you are helping to improve Andrews and the base 

community."

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316th Wing Public Af

Robbie Diamon

121 FS flies Pentagon officials

Craig Duehring

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The 113th Operations Group had the opportunity to host Robbie Diamond, Chairman of Securing America’s Future Energy 

and Craig Duehring, Undersecretary of the 

Air Force for Manpower and Reserves. 

These visits were coordinated inconjunction with the National Guard Bureau and 

Air National Guard Readiness Center. The 

high point of the visit was incentive flights 

for Mr. Diamond and Deuhring. 

The ANG F-16 unit from Atlantic City, 

N.J., provided the F-16D aircraft. Although 

it was an Atlantic City aircraft, the 121st 

Fighter Squadron’s pilots flew the sorties. 

Repairs to aircraft 509 (DCANG’s 

2-seater F-16D aircraft) is near completion 

and the Incentive Flight Program will resume after that time.
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301-286-7441

DON’T LET 

THE OPPORTUNITY

PASS YOU BY. 

New enlistees from the Air Force, Marines, Army and Navy wave to theWashington Capitals crowd at the Verizon Center,Washington, D.C. potoS by 

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Members of the 113thWing attendedMilitary

Appreciation Night at the Washington Capitals

hockey game. Throughout the game, the Capitals honored numerous wounded warriors and 

new enlistees. Some of the enlistees were new 

to the DCANG. In addition to honoring the recruits, the recruiters posted a recruiting booth

in the walkway of the arena. They partnered 

with the National GuardBureauRecruiting Department. The Capitals lost to the Los Angeles

Kings 5-4 Feb. 5.

Washington 

Capitals 

honor 

servicemembers

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Capital Guardian Spotlight Capital Guardian Recognitions

Senior Master Sgt. Annette M. Wingo

Master Sgt. Karl G. Amick

Master Sgt. Christopher R. Hager

Master Sgt. Jerome Katz

Master Sgt. James D. Williams

Tech. Sgt. Leslie E. Bailey

Tech. Sgt. Daniel F. Persico

Staff Sgt. John G. Moler

WHAT Is OPseC? OPSEC provides a holistic picture of our operation, from the outside in

It is a process that looks at our mission through the eyes of an adversary.

Our OPSEC 

process is where we:

Identify our 

critical 

information

Analyze the threat

Discover our 

vulnerabilities

Analyze the risk

Develop 

countermeasures based 

 on vulnerability 

and inherent risk.

For questions regarding 

OPSEC, contact 

Lt. Col. Reno Zisa at

240-857-4604

“It only takes a minuteman!”

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Name: Mark R Radice Jr.

Unit: 113th Security Forces Squadron

Fulltime job: Lifetime Fitness

Hometown: Fairfax, Va.

Favorite movie: The Kingdom

Last book read: Dark Watch by 

Clive Cussler

Favorite food: Pasta

Favorite Sports Team: 

Washington Redskins

When did you join the DCANG?

Jan. 5

Where were you born?

Honolulu, Hawaii, in the Tripler 

Army Medical. Center. 

What schools have you attended?

I attended various schools growing up because my father was a 

naval aviator. Most notably, I graduated from Paul VI Catholic High 

School in Fairfax, VA and attended 

the University of Minnesota at 

Duluth.

Why did you want to enter the 

service? 

I wanted to enter the service to 

serve my country first and foremost. 

Secondly I joined to make myself 

and my family proud. Thirdly, I 

made this decision to obtain training 

and experience second to none. 

What brought you to the 

DCANG? 

I chose the DCANG because I 

live in the area, and because I see it 

as the most important Guard mission around. 

What are you passionate about?

I am passionate about working 

on my jeep. If I could get paid for 

making my jeep off-road capable, 

then I think I might do it for the 

rest of my life! In my spare time I 

like to read, work on my jeep, and 

target shoot.

Future 

Capital 

Guardian 

Airman

Future spotlights

To spotlight someone in your office, contact the 113th Wing Public 

Affairs office at 240-857-4867 or e-mail at 113WG.PA@ANG.AF.MIL
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Capital Guardian Sports

113 WG

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 316 CES

in over

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Above: Robert Bowie, 113th Wing point guard, goes for one point on the free throw line during an Over-30 Intramural basketball game against t

316th Civil Engineer Squadron Feb. 18 at the East Side Fitness Center. 

Top: Duane Peterson, 113 G forward  executes a two-point jump shot. The 113th Wing lost to the 316 CES 55-

Capital Guardian Briefs

Claims or Indebtedness

1st Lt. Kingsley C. Okoli regretfully 

announces the death of Staff Sgt. Phillip E. Downey. Anyone having claims 

against or indebtedness to the estate 

of Sergeant Phillip Downey contact 

Lieutenant Kingsley C. Okoli, Summary 

Court Officer, at 240-857-3427.

Job Fair

A job fair will be held at The Club 

at Andrews March 4 from 10 a.m. to 2 

p.m.

Business attire is required and resumes are suggested.

Financial Planning

Financial classes are available at the Airman & Family Readiness. Registration is 

required. To sign up call 301-981-7087.

• Feb. 23: Cut Up a Credit Card Day 

• Feb. 24: Talking to Your Kids About 

Money at 10 to 11:30 a.m.

• Feb. 25: Understanding the Stock Market at 10 a.m. to noon

• Feb. 25: Out of Hock, Out of Debt at 6 

to 8 p.m. (3-week miniseries) 

• Feb. 26: TSP at a Glance: Money In, 

Money Out at 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 

the Community Activities Center.

• Feb. 27: Read Your LES Day

Fitness score

A fitness score of 75 is now required for all promotions and reenlistments/extensions. Fitness scores will 

continue to accompany all requests for 

promotion. Effective immediately, all 

members needing to reenlist/extend 

will be required to bring a copy of 

their fitness scores to the MPF.

vRED 

The completion of your DD Form 

93, Record of Emergency Data, or 

vRED, is vital to your family’s readiness and preparedness; if you become 

injured; missing in action or die on 

duty, the information on this document is used to notify your next of 

kin, designates who is to receive the 

$100,000 death gratuity, and designates the person authorized to direct 

the disposition of your body. 

If you have not yet done so, logon 

to the vMPF and complete/update your 

vRed, and give a copy to your Unit Deployment Manager for your PRF.

For more information, contact Senior 

Master Sgt. Monica C. Brown 113th 

Mission Support Flight Casualty Assistance representative at 240-857-1225. 

DCANG Reunion Association

The DCANG Reunion Association is 

looking for retired and current Guardsmen to join their association. The group 

meets on average five times a year for 

fellowship, camaraderie, and re-acquaintance to the friendships, missions, and 

adventures all shared as members of the 

DCANG. 

To join, visit the Web site at www.

dcangreunionassociation.com and fill out 

an application along with a $50 lifetime 

membership fee and mail it to: 

DCANG Reunion Association

c/o Membership Administrator

509 136th Street 

Ocean City, MD 21842-6074

For more information, contact retired 

Chief Master Sgt. Daniel Mallam at 240-

857-6901.

HAWC classes

The Health and Wellness Center helps 

to improve the health of the Andrews’ 

community through programs that encourage individuals to adopt and maintain healthy behaviors.

All servicemembers and Department 

of Defense beneficiaries are welcome to 

register for programs and classes.

To register for classes, contact the 

HAWC at 240-857-5601 or register 

online at https://www.php-ids.net. The 

HAWC is located in building 1444 at the 

West Fitness Center. 

Tobacco Cessation Program

The program includes six consecutive 

90-minute classes and is designed for 

smokers and smokeless tobacco users. 

This is a weekly workshop that meets 

every Thursday at 11:30 a.m. at the 

HAWC.

The program helps people to: learn 

the methods to quit tobacco usage; identify readiness to change behavior; learn 

to substitute behavior for tobacco use 

during times of stress; and to develop 

long-term strategies to stay tobacco free. 

Participants must attend all sessions. 

Medication and nicotine replacement are 

available for TRICARE beneficiaries. 

Pre-registration is required, call 240-

857-5601.