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AT AGLANCEJET 48 Vol. 33 No. 18Friday, May 12, 2006“Anywhere, Anytime ...Whatever needs done.”Brig. Gen. Robert P. Steel48th Fighter Wing commanderCapt. Beth Kelley HorinePublic affairs chief1st Lt. Carla M. GleasonPublic affairs deputy chiefTech. Sgt. Renee KirklandPublic affairs NCOICSenior Airman Vanessa YoungInternal information chiefJET 48 STAFFAirman 1st Class Michael HessEditorSenior Airman Eric DonnerAssistant EditorSamantha LamontCaitlin TyreeJet 48 internsHOW TO REACH USSubmissionsEmail: jet.48@lakenheath.af.milDSN: (314) 226-2151Fax: 011 44+(1638) 525637Phone: 011 44+(1638) 522151Editorial office: Jet 48, Unit 5210 Box 215, APO AE 09461All correspondence should include the writer’s full name, addressand telephone number and may be edited for clarity and space.Deadline for submissions to the Jet 48: Noon Wednesday, 10 days prior to publication Noon Monday prior to publication for weekendevents with advance notice to editor the weekprior.Editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the publicaffairs office of the 48th Fighter Wing. All photographs are Air Forcephotos unless otherwise indicated. The public affairs office reservesthe right to edit all material submitted for publication.48th Fighter Wing Public AffairsMail: 48FW/PA, Unit 5210 Box 215, APO AE 09461Email: 48fw.pa@lakenheath.af.milPhone: 011 44+(1638) 522151AdvertisingFor advertising rates and information, call011 44+(1295) 738674Capt. Thomas Scott, 494thFighter Squadron, participatesin the afternoon hands-onexercise for HeathCOMAC,which is designed to exposestudents to Air Tasking Ordersand munitions processing.COMMANDERS’FORUM4 Winds of changeLOCAL NEWS781112FEATURESJET48 SPOTLIGHT16PERSPECTIVE21COMMUNITY2225-26Future CMSAF discusses changesMotorcycles hit the roadHolocaust survivor pays tribute to lost familyChief Murray reflects on 29-year career13 HeathCOMAC teaches munition basics14-15 Airman ZOT celebrates first birthdayAirman ZOTThe challenging troopDiscover Britain: Britain through the ages IICommunity briefsPhoto by Airman 1st Class Jessica SnowThe Jet 48 is published by Forest Publishing (E.A.) Ltd., a private firm inno way connected with the U.S. Air Force, under exclusive written contractwith the 48th Fighter Wing. This civilian enterprise Air Force newspaper isan authorized publication for members of the U.S. military servicesoverseas. Contents of the Jet 48 are not necessarily the views of, orendorsed by, the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, or theDepartment of the Air Force. The appearance of advertising in thispublication, including inserts or supplements, does not constituteendorsement by the Department of Defense, the Department of the AirForce or Forest Publishing (E.A.) Ltd., of the products or servicesadvertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be madeavailable for purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color,religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, politicalaffiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron.76 dayswithout aDUIDUI condition: GREENd u i s t a t i s t i c sCourtesy of the 48th Fighter Wing Safety OfficeAADD Hours: 10 p.m. to6 a.m. Thursdaysthrough Saturdays andSundays on three-dayweekends. Call 226-4800or (08003) 280 178.ON THE COVER: Airman ZOT celebrates 1 year birthday.(Graphic by Airman 1st Class Michael Hess)MAY 12, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 3
Jet48CommandersForumBy Brig Gen Robert P. Steel48th Fighter Wing CommanderAs most of you know, our armed forces areundergoing a significant transformation. We aretransitioning from an in-garrison, Cold Wareraforce to an expeditionary force ready togo anywhere at anytime.While undergoing this transition, we arealso recapitalizing our resources, or improvingwhat we have. Recapitalization helpsus maintain our technological superiority,which is an important part of maintainingour combat edge. The Liberty Winghas been leading the charge in thisarena.However, maintaining our technologicalsuperiority is not the only piece ofthe pie.Intellectual superiority is also key. I am proudto say that we are also carrying the torch in this arena.Just last week, I attended an academic recognition ceremonyin which nearly 80 folks from the Liberty Community received theiracademic degree.ACTION LINEMany of these graduates earned their degrees either through theCommunity College of the Air Force or through civilian institutionsby taking advantage of our 100-percent tuition assistance program.By taking advantage of these programs and pursuing their academicdegrees, these folks are doing their part to enhance ouredge.Our Air Force leadership has recognized theimportance of an educated force, and the impact ofmaintaining our intellectual superiority. In a recentLetter to the Airmen, the Secretary of the Air Forcesaid, “We must … be relentless in our continuedpursuit to become knowledge-enabled Airmen.”Their emphasis has become apparent througha host of changes to Air Force policy. Forexample, officers will see cultural and languageclasses added to their curriculum, andnew recruits will spend two and a half moreweeks at Basic Military Training.As we continue transforming into a lighter,leaner force we must also improve on our most criticalresource: our people. Having an educated force is animportant part of this process. Therefore, I encourage you tocontinue pursuing academic degrees, because in the words of ourSecretary, “Your continued education will help keep our countrystrong for decades to come.”The Action Line is your direct link to me for complaints, suggestions orcomments. It’s not intended to replace the chain of command. When normalcommand agency channels haven’t been able to resolve your concerns, call226-2324, fax 226-5637, e-mail (Action.Line@lakenheath.af.mil), sendthrough distribution (48 FW/PA), mail (48FW/PA, Unit 5210 Box 215 APOAE 09461-0215) or hand carry your Action Line to the public affairs office(Building 1085). You may remain anonymous; however, to receive a reply,please leave your name, unit, duty or home phone number and full APO mailingaddress. Names are confidential.PAGE 4 JET 48 MAGAZINEMAY 12, 2006
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