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Vol. 33 No. 42 FRIDAY, OCT. 27, 2006RAF LAKENHEATH, UK www.lakenheath.af.milHomecoming weekenchants LHSPep-rallies, football, dancing; oh, my!Don’t try to runor hideProject Cheer coming to get AirmenPLUS: USAFE soccer Halloween safety Forum: Rejuvenating the warrior

AT AGLANCE$270,000Liberty Wing CFC goalJET 48 Vol. 33 No. 42Friday, Oct. 27, 2006HOW 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:“Anywhere, Anytime ...Whatever needs done.”Brig. Gen. Robert P. Steel48th Fighter Wing commanderCapt. Beth Kelley HorinePublic affairs chief1st Lt. Aaron HenningerPublic affairs deputy chiefMaster Sgt. Renee KirklandPublic affairs superintendentStaff Sgt. Nicholasa ReedInternal information NCOICJET 48 STAFFSenior Airman Eric DonnerEditorSenior Airman Kristi EmlerStaff WriterRachel MarionStaff WriterNoon Wednesday, 10 days prior to publicationNoon 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) 738674The 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.Current CFC pledges$140,024For information on the Combined Federal Campaign, call Capt. Amy Kiba at 226-2243 orMaster Sgt. Michael Goslin at 226-6553. Information also available at www.cfcoverseas.org.COMMANDERS FORUM4 Rejuvenating the warrior: Time off with family and friends vitalNEWS7810FEATURES14Military free cash just got betterProject CHEER is here to stay1112-13Domestic violence has no place with Liberty familiesHalloween safety: Have fun, be awareSPORTS AND FITNESSLakenheath men’s and women’s soccer teams take USAFEPERSPECTIVE17 Escaping the burden of credit card debtCOMMUNITY18 Discover Britain: Guy Fawkes day21-22Last DUI: 12:47 a.m., Sept. 16Lakenheath High School goes all-out for homecomingNEWS15 Date of separation rollback for enlisted AirmenCommunity briefsSquadron: 48th Aircraft Maintenance SquadronDUI condition: YELLOW100d u i s t a t i s t i c sCourtesy of the 48th Fighter Wing Safety Officepercent contactachieved!AADD Hours: 10 p.m. to6 a.m. Thursdays throughSaturdays and Sundayson three-day weekends.Call 226-4800 or (08003)280 178.ON THE COVER:Jack-o-lanterns twinkle in the October twilight, lighting the way for Halloween trick-or-treaters Tuesday. For more information onHalloween safety and base trick-or-treating times, see page 11.(Photo by Capt. Beth Horine)OCT. 27, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 3

Jet48NewsLibertySFS blotterThe 48th Security ForcesSquadron handled the following incidentsfrom Oct. 18 to Monday:Oct. 18: An NCO reported damageto personal property and items stolenfrom his personal vehicle in Thetford.Oct. 22: An Airman reported personalproperty stolen from his residencein Lakenheath Village.Oct. 23: A civilian was involved ina minor vehicle accident at RAFFeltwell’s Gate 1.Oct. 23: An Airman reported damageto personal property in a Bldg. 917dorm room.If you have any information concerningany incident, call the securityforces control center at 226-2333,(01638) 522 333 or 226-4800, or callyour first sergeant. For an emergencyon base call 911, and for an emergencyoff base call 999.Military free cash just got betterSEMBACH AIR BASE, Germany(USAFENS) – Air Force club members getadditional buying power on base. The newestaddition to the Military Free Cash programincludes base commissaries in the two-pointcategory program designed specifically forclub members. What does that mean to theclub member? It means for each dollar inpurchases on cards made in all Servicesactivities, commissaries and base exchangeswith the exception of gas purchases, the cardholder recieves two points.Club membership benefits are not new toAir Force Clubs. These benefits give membersadded value in being a Club memberand really do pay off. In 2004, Air ForceClubs launched its Military Free Cash program.This “cash back” points programoffers club members points for every dollarin purchases made on club membershipcards in all services activities and BX.All purchases made off base are on a onepoint per dollar-spent basis. Points generatedcan be redeemed for cash or for gift cards tomajor merchants.“Here in the U.S. Air Forces in EuropeCommand we are seeing a 47 percent usageof this program, and I really feel our customersare not hearing the news about theprogram,” says Maili Peters USAFEServices chief for business operations. “Ofcourse our goal is to see 100 percent utilizationof the program, but we know it will taketime to generate awareness of this awesomeprogram to our members. I, myself recentlyexperienced the benefits simply by callingthe toll free number on the back of my clubcard and requesting the money be sent tome. I know the program works for our customers,and I want them to know about it. Ittook only three days for the check to arrivein the mail. It really did feel like I was justgiven free cash,” Ms. peters added.This one of a-kind program was designedspecifically for club members and is thestandard offer made to all new club members.Not only is the program of significantvalue, it’s also free. To review the MilitaryFree Cash benefits: members earn one pointfor every dollar in purchases off base, andtwo points for every dollar in purchases inall Services activities, commissaries andBXs. Members can redeem points as soonas they reach 2,500. They choose from eithera $25 check or a $25 gift certificate from awide variety of world-class merchants. Thepoints earned accumulate automatically andare tallied on monthly billing statement.Points are good for two years, and thereis no yearly program fee.Liberty achievementsCongratulations to the following Liberty Warriors and base organizations for their achievements.2007 U.S. Air Forces in Europe Gen. CurtisE. LeMay Service Award Nominee48th Services SquadronAir Force Sergeants Small Chapter of theYear for 2005Lakenheath Air Force SergeantsAssociation2006 Gen. Thomas D. WhiteEnvironmental Quality Award Winner,overseas48th Civil Engineer Squadron2006 USAFE Outstanding IndividualCommunity Planner of the Year Awardrunner-upCapt. Rebecca Brown,48th Civil Engineer SquadronAir Force Aviation Resource Managerof the YearTech. Sgt. Clayton Raub,48th Operations Support SquadronMail ballotsThe elections for the House of Representatives, 36 governors and 33 senators will be Nov 7. If youhave an absentee ballot or official write-in ballot please mail your vote.OCT. 27, 2006 JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 7

Jet48NewsProject CHEER just around the cornerSEMBACH AIR BASE, Germany(USAFENS) – Enhancing the quality of lifefor our single and unaccompanied Airmen iswhat Project CHEER is all about. The fiscalyear 06 Project CHEER program was the bestyet – featuring over 2,150 exciting base levelProject CHEER programs attended by nearly120,000 Airmen, an increase of 60 percentfrom the previous year’s program. ProjectCHEER garnered $450,000 in cash and inkindsponsorship throughout command eventssince 2004.Now Airmen can get ready for an even betterProject CHEER season, Nov. 1 to March31. This year’s programs will feature hundredsof dollars worth of prizes, a Harley Davidsonmotorcycle giveaway and hundreds ofexciting and fun events throughout theseason. Also new to this year’s program is thelaunch of the Project CHEER Web sitewww.projectcheer.org, featuring informationon prizes, giveaways, events and all the U.S.Air Forces in Europe programs taking place.The site is designed to provide additionalsupport to single and unaccompanied Airmen18 to 25 years old during the winter monthsand holidays, when needed most. The specialinterest program develops and implementsspecial events and programming that provideAirmen with various opportunities to socialize,relax and enjoy themselves.During the holiday season, beginning withThanksgiving, Airmen are treated to a varietyof special events and programs. LastNovember, more than 5,000 USAFE Airmanenjoyed a free Army, Air Force ExchangeServices movie, popcorn and a soda, onThanksgiving and Christmas Day duringProject CHEER’s Merry Movie Magic program.According to Mandy Smith-Nethercott,USAFE Project CHEER coordinator, thereare hundreds of different activities bases offeras a part of their Project CHEER program.“Each base is hosting a variety of funactivities for Airmen such as ski trips, fitnessruns, Armed Forces Entertainment concertsand movie nights,” said Ms. Smith-Nethercott.“Services is proud to play a big part of theprogram by offering several USAFE Servicescommand programs such as Texas Hold’em,auto hobby car show, X-Box challenges,pool shark tournaments, cosmic bowling andUSAFE paintball.”Commercial sponsors are also proud to bepart of the program with cash and in-kindcoming in to support the program.“We have phenomenal support from sponsorsfor this year’s program – we have lots ofprizes to give away including a HarleyDavidson Motorcycle, Sony Playstations, andArmed Forces Vacation Club certificates,”said Ms. Smith-Nethercott.Stop by the 48th Avenue for detailed informationon RAF Lakenheath Project CHEERevents.For more information, call Ruben Cerda,at 226-4884 or e-mail ruben.cerda@lakenheath.af.mil.Project Cheer events at RAFLakenheath:November:-Weekly movie nights-Pool tournament-Base X-Box Tournament-Lakenheath’s next top model – £700model agency membership-Thanksgiving Day: pool, chess anddarts tournaments all day and nightDecember:-Weekly movie nights-Darts tournament-Christmas Eve Get TogetherFor more information on scheduled eventsand times, call 226-4884.PAGE 8JET 48 MAGAZINEOCT. 27, 2006

Jet48Taking a stand against domestic violenceBy Mark Killin48th Medical Operations SquadronOctober is Domestic Violence PreventionMonth. A common belief is domestic violenceonly affects married couples and is physicalviolence. This is not true. Intimate PartnerAbuse, as it is now called, can affect anyone inany kind of relationship. Abuse can be causedby current or former partners, adults whoshare a child in common and by cohabitingcouples. The U.K. has a police call everyminute involving Intimate Partner Abuse. Inthe U.S., domestic violence costs the taxpayerand employers around $5.8 billion every year.Think about it this way, have you everexperienced or witnessed domestic abuse, orknow someone close to you who has? Almostall of us know a family member, friend orneighbor who has experienced some type ofabuse in their home.What is Intimate Partner Abuse?It includes controlling behavior and allkinds of physical, sexual and emotional abuse,as well as neglect within any kind of relationship.Abuse rarely is an isolated occurrence. Itis most often repeated over a period of timeRendering respectwith frequent increases in severity. It also is asurprisingly common occurrence during pregnancy.Why take a stand?Ultimately, abuse in the home is wrong andshould never be tolerated. As good wingmenand community members, we all have aresponsibility to contribute to a safer community.This includes creating an awareness ofthe problem and not condoning abuse when itoccurs.How can you help?The first way to help is by simply listeningwithout judgment to those directly affected.Most victims of abuse need gentle encouragementto seek professional assistance. However,the safety of the victim and any children thatmay be exposed to the violence is paramount.If you feel there is a real possibility of seriousharm being caused, then make a referral to anappropriate agency or speak to a commanderor supervisor. Take time now to find out aboutlocal community resources so you will knowwhere to turn if help is needed. Theseresources include chaplains, Family Advocacy,Life Skills Support Center, and the Airmanand Family Readiness Center. Off-base U.K.resources also include the National DomesticViolence Helpline at (08082) 000 247.You do not have to be an activist to helpand take a stand. Many families, couples andindividuals do the right thing everyday byspending quality time together, actively listento each other’s wants and needs, enjoyingcommon interests and committing to the goodof the family. By being a good role model forfriends and children, you are taking a stand.Stay alert for those who might need extrasupport and give it to them. Send a messagethat domestic abuse will not be tolerated inour community. Together we can continue tokeep our community a safe place to workand live.How to report abuse?To report incidents of domestic abuse, callFamily Advocacy at 226-8070 or (01638) 528070. For after hour emergencies, call 911onbase or 999 off base.For information on how to set up an awarenessevent, or for questions about domesticviolence contact RAF Lakenheath’s FamilyAdvocacy Outreach Managers at 226-8070.Photo by 1st Lt. David BrewerNearly 350 Airmen of the 48th Maintenance Group participated in a retreat ceremony to honor the nation, as well as pay tribute totheir 360 comrades deployed in support of the Global War on Terror. The 48th MXG provides combat airpower through sustainedmaintenance excellence here Oct. 20, performing on and off equipment repair actions, services and inspections on the Liberty Wing’sdiverse fleet of F-15C, F-15D, F-15E and HH-60 airframes.PAGE 10JET 48 MAGAZINEOCT. 27, 2006

NewsGhostsGoblins&gHoulsKeep tricker-treaters safe during HalloweenThis year’s Trick-or-Treat activities willbe held Oct. 31 from 6 to 8 p.m., andthe 48th Security ForcesSquadron is organizingOperation PumpkinPatrol in military housingareas.Dressing up incostumes and goingtrick-or-treating canbe fun, but thoseactivities can be dangerousto children ifthey are not supervisedproperly by responsibleadults.Here are some steps to follow to ensure a safeHalloween: If parents set jack-o-lanterns on the porch use a flashlight to light up the inside. It is just as spooky and isless dangerous than using candles. Kids always want to help with the pumpkin carving.Small children should not be allowed to use a sharpknife to cut the top or the face. There are many kitsavailable with tiny saws that work betterthen knives and are safer. It’s best to let the kidsclean out the pumpkin and draw a face on it, whichan adult can carve for them. Costumes should be flame-retardant and allowchildren to see, hear and walk freely withouttripping. Make certain any face paint or makeup used onskin or costumes is non-toxic. Make sure if children are carrying props, such as ascythe, butcher knife or a pitchfork, the tips aresmooth and flexible enough to not cause injury iffallen on. Trick-or-treaters 13 years old and younger should beunder adult supervision – even if they are travelingin a group with friends. Children should also carry aflash light or glow stick at all times. Ensure children do not criss cross back and forthacross streets or into traffic. Ensure children are aware they should never go intoa stranger’s house. Ensure children stick to well-lit streets and walkways; avoid shortcuts through wooded areas,parking lots and alleys. Children should not eat any treats until an adult hasexamined them, and should never eat open orunwrapped Halloween foods. The 727th Air Mobility Squadron in RAF Mildenhallwill be X-raying candy between from 6 and 9 p.m. inBldg. 598, the passenger terminal. Provide enough lighting for children travelingthrough walk ways, driveways, and doorways. If leaving home for the evening be extra cautiousabout locking doors and windows. Leave the radio or TV on. Burglars come out duringevents when they know people won’t be home. Housing area residents not participating inHalloween should leave their front porch light off.With all the precautions mentioned, parents and childrencan experience a wonderful Halloween and safe trick-ortreating.(Editors note: Safety tips provided by 48th Security Forcesand 48th Civil Engineer Squadrons, fire prevention office.)OCT. 27, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 11

Jet48Feature’06HomecomingCheerleadersperform duringLakenheathHigh School’sHomecomingpep-rallyOct. 19.Photo by Rachel MarionPhoto by Rachel MarionFootball players dress up as cheerleaders and learn cheerstances Oct. 19. Roll-reversals were the order ofHomecoming during the annual Powderpuff game atLakenheath High School tradition.Lakenheath Lancers show school spirit for homecomingBy Rachael MarionJet 48 InternThe Lancers of Lakenheath High School went wild celebrating homecoming,a week that commemorates the final home game for the varsityand junior varsity football teams.“Everything that falls into homecoming raises a lot of involvement,”said varsity football player David McBride. “From hallway decorating,pep rallies, teammates cheering each other on, and spirit week. It’s achance to get as much spirit [as we can].”Each day during spirit week gave students a chance to express themselves.The week kicked-off with pajama day. Students and teachersdressed in pajamas, complete with their favorite bedtime stuffed animal.Oct. 19 was the popular wacky tacky day. Students threw together anythingthey could find to make their outfits unique. Everyone had a greattime and kept the base smiling with their zany apparel.The hallway decorations depicted 007, the theme of the homecomingdance. Each class spent hours perfecting their favorite James Bondmovies, and the end results were well worth the wait.Spirit day, held Oct. 20, is a day well-known for over-the-top excitement.The students and faculty, who sported the school colors of blue andred, managed to contain their excitement until the pep rally. At the rally,the Lancer cheerleaders led the crowd with their upbeat chants and routines.After the rally, the phenomena known as powder puff began. The girlsdonned uniforms and played football while the guys wore skirts and performedcheerleading routines. The teachers had their own team, and someyears even a squad. The winning class has the pleasure of playing theteachers.The freshmen played the juniors before the sophomores played theSeniors line-up againstsophomores during thepowder puff footballgame Friday. Powderpuff is a LakenheathHigh School traditionwhere girls play footballand boys dress up asPhotos by Janis Ready cheerleaders.The vote is inseniors. Both games were fierce, but in the end it was the junior andseniors who proceeded to the finals to battle it out for the right to play theteachers.The game was close. It looked as if neither team was going to score.But, with just four minutes on the clock, the seniors broke through andscored a touchdown. The juniors fought hard until the last second, butcould not gain enough yards. It was now up to the seniors to show theteachers who’s boss.The teachers let loose. They held nothing back from their students.There were even a few tackles in this flag football game. But as before,the seniors managed to score the winning touchdown.“Of all the years I’ve played powder puff this has been the best,” saidsenior Kristina Jemison. “I know all the classes tried their hardest but inthe end you know the victory was for the seniors!”Before the final junior varsity and varsity football games, seniors andschool clubs marched in the traditional homecoming parade. The JuniorReserve Officers’Training Corps chanted jodies at the head of the parade,while the rest of the parade participants tossed candy to onlookers.Spirit day ended with a bonfire behind the school, topped with a “Burnthe Royals” casket. Players, cheerleaders, students, families and teachersgathered around the fire, cheering on their Lakenheath Lancers for theOct. 21 homecoming game against the Ramstein Royals.While most fans attended the JV and varsity football games, volleyball,cross country, and tennis also competed. The LHS junior varsity lost theirgame 0-36 and the varsity lost 6-42—not the scores the high school hadhoped for. Regardless of the loss, the student body showed up for the 007dance later that night, the final event of homecoming week.“[The dance] was amazing,” said senior class secretary BrittanyGordon. “There was a lot of teamwork and we really got everything done.This was the best dance I’ve ever been to, and I’m sad to be moving onnext year.”Homecoming royalty were crowned during the Oct. 21 Homecoming dance at the Liberty Club.KingWesley KleniecQueenCharli SteelePAGE 12JET 48 MAGAZINEOCT. 27, 2006JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 13

Jet48Sports&FitnessEagles top on USAFE pitchBy Senior Airman Eric Donner48th Fighter Wing Public AffairsThe RAF Lakenheath Eagles mens and womens soccer teamstraveled to Sembach Air Base, Germany to compete in a five-dayU.S. Air Forces in Europe soccer championship recently.The tournament proved both Eagles teams as the top soccerteams in Europe beating the Spandahlem Sabres 1-0 and stoppingdead the three-inning run the Sabres had enjoyed.“We played great throughout the competetion,” said DennisLeon, Eagles head coach. “We played seven games and scored 23goals and only gave up one. Plus we stopped the Sabres’ threeyearrun as the top USAFE soccer team.”The game was not an easy task for the RAFLakenheath team.The Sabres field an experienced and athletic team that kept theEagles on their toes.“The defense really stepped up during the game.” said CoachLeon. “It helped Chris Phillips, the goalie, have an easy game,but he did have a great save in the second half.”Kwami Opoku opened the game with the winning goal fourminutes into the first half. With excellent defense and teamwork, the Eagles defended against everything the Sabers threw atthem.The RAFL mens team was not the only team to topple adefending champion. The Spangdahlem Lady Sabres defeated theRamstein Lady Rams 3-1 in the womens championship game.Several players on both the mens and womens soccer teamswere named as tournament all-stars:MenBryan Liston Mid fielderJacob Kingston SweeperMelvin Harper Striker, team lead scorerNeville Allen StopperWomenHolly Kingston StrikerThe RAF Lakenheath Eagles mens soccer team celebrate thiercrushing 1-0 victory over the three time defending champions, theSpangdhalem Sabres, in the USAFE soccer championship Oct. 20.Photo by Senior Airman Eric DonnerFFOOOUUURRRChief Master Sgt. Jerry Sutton, 48th Fighter Wing commandchief tees-off, during the British American Committee andForest Heath District Councils Charity Golf Tournament atBreckland Pine’s Golf course Oct. 20. The tournament andcharity auction raised over £1,600 pounds for cancerresearch and St. Nicholas Hospice.PAGE 14 JET 48 MAGAZINE OCT. 27, 2006

Photo by Senior Airman Eric DonnerRANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas(AFPN) – In an effort to maintain a qualityenlisted force and meet mandated endstrength, the Air Force will accelerate thedate of separation for certain Airmen,based on their years of service and reenlistmenteligibility or assignment availabilitycodes.Under DOS Rollback, Airmen who willhave fewer than 14 years of total activefederal service as of March 15 or morethan 20 years service as of March 31 willhave to separate or retire if they have thefollowing codes assigned as of Oct. 30.However, commanders may lift codes 2X,4H and 4I to retain members on activeJet48NewsDate-of-separation rollback for enlisted AirmenNice and cleanTime to fall backFall daylight-saving time takes effect Sunday at 2 a.m.Daylight-saving time was first mentioned by Benjamin Franklin in a letter to the journal of Parisin 1784. It was first adopted in Germany and then in the U.K. in 1916. The U.S. followed suit twoyears later.Remember to set clocks back one hour.duty.2X — Denied re-enlistment3D — Declined permanent change ofstation retainability, commanders maynot change3E — Declined training, commandersmay not change4H — Serving suspended punishmentpursuant to Article 154I — Serving on a control rosterAAC09 — Airman declined toextend/re-enlist for retainability forPCS/temporary duty, commanders maynot changeAAC10 — Denied re-enlistmentAirmen with these codes will be separatedMarch 15 or retired April 1.Retirement-eligible Airmen will be affordedthe opportunity to voluntarily retire viathe online process through the virtualMilitary Personnel Flight. The requestedretirement date must be no later than April 1.Airmen separated or retired under the DOSRollback are authorized transition assistance.Those separated with more than six years totalactive federal service are eligible for one-halfthe amount of involuntary separation pay butmust sign an Individual Ready ReserveAgreement.For more information about the DOSRollback program, including eligibility criteria,visit the Air Force Personnel Center’s ForceShaping Website.Photo by Airman 1st Class Jessica SnowAirmen from the 48th Civil Engineering Squadron check Airman 1st Class Ryan Keller, 48th Aerospace Medical Squadron,for contamination during an exercise here Oct. 20. The radiological exercise was a joint endeavor between the CES andBioenvironmental Squadron. The exercise focused the squadrons interaction to accomplish both missions and to measuretheir capabilities and responses of each.OCT. 27, 2006 JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 15

Jet48PerspectiveEscaping the burden of credit card debtby Master Sgt. Jeffrey T. SannerAir Force Materiel Command Manpower, Personnel and ServicesWRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio (AFPN) —Let’s face it: credit card debt is a heavy burden to carry. Currentstatistics report that American credit card debt is $785 billion, oran average of about $7,500 per household.Yes, credit cards are convenient. There is nothing wrong withmaintaining a credit card for emergency purposes or the occasionallarge purchase. The problem arises when we misuse creditcards, using them as a supplement to our income.When this happens, and debt accumulates, the stress producedcan take a toll on our personal relationships, our peace of mindand even ourhealth.When AirForce MaterielCommand introduceditsWellness andSafetyCampaign lastspring, a Webbasedwellnesssurvey tooldebuted as well.AFMC leadershipis using theanonymous,voluntary surveyto get feedbackon issuesrelated to thewellness andsafety of itswork force.Question 10asked surveytakers to identifytheir immediate credit card debt.A good rule to follow when looking to purchase anything isthat if you don’t know when or how you will pay for an item,then you probably can’t afford the item, and therefore, shouldn’tcharge it.That’s good advice, you say. But what if you are already overyour head in debt, or you just want to knock out some balancesyou have been carrying? Here are some tips that can help you:Stop spendingThe first step is to reduce your use and dependence on creditcards. Cut up all but one card with the best terms. You can’t use acredit card that is maxed out anyway, and you will reduce the temptationto use it again once it is paid off. An interesting piece ofadvice said to freeze the card in a cup of water. This will reduceyour access to it, and create a barrier to using it for convenience.Get on a budgetYou need to know where your money is going before youknow how much you can pay toward your cards. This will alsoensure your mandatory bills, i.e. food, housing, car, are paidfirst.Establish an emergency fundEstablishing $500 to $1,000 in savings will provide a safetynet for life’s little emergencies, and will avoid adding to yourcredit card balances.Find the hidden moneyIf you are honest about your expenditures you probably havesome luxuries you could live without. Luxuries such as premiumcable/satellite, internet and cell phone packages are not necessaryfor survival.Photo by Senior Airman Eric Donnerpayment over the course of a year.Pay your highestdollarcards, firstList each of yourcredit cards, theirinterest rates, andtheir minimum payments.Pay the minimumbalance on thelower interest cards,and then pay the maximumyou can affordto the highest interestcard. This process iscalled laddering.Make two paymentsa monthEach payday senda payment to thehighest rate creditcard company. Thispays down theprincipal faster,and is equal to anextra month’sConsider finding extra incomeA part-time job can help accelerate your debt repayment.Even just a few hours a week can provide a boost.Seek helpWe go to the doctor when we are sick, so, if your finances aresuffering then get some help. Your base Airman and FamilyReadiness Centers have certified financial counselors on staffready and willing to help you. Their only goals are to help you,and ensure your readiness to support the Air Force mission.You can do this! You have the power to make wise choices andbe financially free. It will require discipline, as well as willingnessto examine and change spending habits. The good news is,regardless of where you are at, you can chart a course to be freefrom credit card debt.(Courtesy of Air Force Materiel Command News Service)OCT. 6, 2006 JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 17

By Sal Davidson – Community Relations AdviserGuy Fawkes and the gunpowder plotRemember, remember the fifth of November,Gunpowder, treason and plot.We see no reasonWhy gunpowder treasonShould ever be forgot.In 1605 Guy Fawkes and a group of conspirators attempted toblow up the Houses of Parliament at the State opening by KingJames I. This bold attempt is still commemorated today withBonfire Night events taking place on or around Nov. 5.Effigies of Guy Fawkes are made and burned, and it is a commonsight to see young people pulling these along asking “Penny for theGuy.”The historyAfter Queen Elizabeth I’s death in 1603, English Catholics whohad experienced a rough time under her reign had hoped her successor,King James I, would be more tolerant of the religion.Unfortunately, he was not, and this angered a number of young menwho decided violent action was the answer. The ‘Gunpowder Plot’was then hatched as a protest against the penal laws.Guy Fawkes was one of 13 conspirators chosen because of militaryexperience and knowledge of munitions. He was thought to havea cool head, and because of this he was trusted to carry out the plot.The plotThe plot, masterminded by Robert Catesby, began by hiring oflodgings close to Parliament House. They hoped to tunnel through tothe Parliament Buildings. The plan proved unrealistic due to thewater from the Thames and the thickness of the Parliament walls.A cellar was then acquired within the Parliament Building. Intime 36 barrels of gunpowder were smuggled in and carefully hiddenunderneath wood and coal.The idea was for Guy Fawkes to ignite these barrels using a longfuse. This would allow him the necessary time to make his ownescape from the building.The discovered plotIt is thought the gunpowder plot was discovered because of ananonymous letter sent to Lord Montague, a member of the House ofLords. It was an attempt to warn the Lord not to attend the openingof Parliament because “a great calamity would consume it.”Word of the letter spread to the conspirators and they thoughtthere was a traitor in their midst. Once satisfied things had calmeddown sufficiently and the letter had not alerted the government to theplot, they decided to go ahead with their actions.In the early hours of Nov. 5, Guy Fawkes was found within thecellar with the 36 barrels of gunpowder. He also had on his personthe equipment needed to ignite the barrels. He was immediatelyarrested and taken before the king. He endured some horrific torturebefore finally being publicly hanged in March 1607.The resultsWord spread around London of the foiled plot and the residentsbegan to light fires in celebration that the King had been saved.This tradition has continued for 400 years.To this day, a search of the Houses of Parliament takes placebefore the official opening by the reigning monarch.Safety points for Bonfire Night– Remember to keep your pets indoors on bonfire night as thenoise and lights can distress them.– It is illegal for persons under 18 years of age to purchasefireworks– Never light fireworks in areas where there is danger to peopleor property.– Sal’s advice: Go to an organized display. Fireworks areexpensive to buy and these displays can be spectacularfor a reasonable admission fee. Safety is also strictly maintained.Displays– Lakenheath Village charity fireworks display at the LakenheathFootball Pitch Nov. 3; gates open at 6:30 p.m.– Earlham Park, Norwich hosts ‘Sparks in the Park’ Nov. 4; under 5years old are free children 5 to 16 years old are £2 or £2.50, adults£5 or £6.50, depending on when tickets are purchased. Gates openat 5 p.m. Toddlers fireworks show start at 6:30 p.m. Fire jugglersentertain with the bonfire, which will be lit at 7:15 p.m. The BigBang Show is set to start at 8:30 p.m. For presales and moreinformation, call (01603) 727 927.– Midsummer Common, Cambridge, Nov. 4 is the largest freefirework display in East Anglia. The fun starts at 6 p.m. withcarnival rides and booths. A firework display starts at 7:30 p.m.,followed by the bonfire. Roads around the common will beclosed so use the public transport provided. For more information,call (01223) 457 5551.For more information, call Sal Davidson at 226-3145 or e-mail her atsal.davidson@lakenheath.af.mil.PAGE 18JET 48 MAGAZINEOCT. 27, 2006

Lakenheath High School winter sportsJet48CommunityFile photoTryouts begin for all LHS winter sports teams Nov. 13. All students interested in trying out must have a physical on file at the school.The pediatrics clinic will conduct sports physicals 1 to 4 p.m., Wednesday. Physicals are by appointment only. To make anappointment or for more information, call 226-8010 or (01638) 528 010.Worried about the weather?For information on base and school weather delays or closure, call 226-3541 or off base 01638523 541 for RAF Lakenheath; and 238-3541 or off base 01638 543 541 for RAF MildenhallBriefsLegal noticeAnyone having claims against or indebtedto the estate of 1st Lt. John J. Biram, formerlyof the 48th Munitions Squadron, shouldcall the Summary Court Officer, 1st Lt. JasonRichards at 226-5713 or e-mail atjason.richards@lakenheath.af.mil.Bachelor’s degreeEmbry-Riddle University accepts aviationrelated technical school credits towards theirdegree programs. To schedule an unofficialevaluation, contact 226-2464 or 238-2916.Yuletide bazaar volunteersVolunteers need for the Yuletide bazaarNov. 17 to 19 at RAF Mildenhall. To volunteere-mail Michelle Wilson, mckwlsn@hotmail.com, or Beth Wray, jbwra@yahoo.com.Legal noticeAnyone having claims against orindebted to the estate of Senior AirmanJulious E. Hawkins, formerly of the 100thMaintenance Squadron at RAF Mildenhall,should call the Summary Court Officer,Capt. Cheryl Huiatt at 238-8865 or e-mailat Cheryl.huiatt @mildenhall.af.mil.LEAD AirmenThe Air Force is looking for outstandingAirmen with leadership potential to fillappointments to the U.S. Air ForceAcademy under the Leaders EncouragingAirman Development, or LEAD, program.For more information, contact theEducation Services Center at 226-3851.Volunteer opportunityThe Native American Heritage Committeeis gearing up for Native American HeritageMonth in November. For more information e-mail Staff Sgt. Shauna Johnson atshauna.johnson@lakenheath.af.mil.Veterinary clinicDue to a shortage of military veterinary personnel,services provided by the U.S. ArmyVeterinary Clinic at RAF Feltwell are reduceduntil Dec. 5. The clinic will provide registrationand de-registration services for pets, blooddrawing for rabies, FAVN titers, microchipimplantation, nail trims and non-prescriptiondrug sales.Road closureThe B112 Station Rd. between RAFFeltwell and RAF Lakenheath is closed Nov. 8for resurfacing. The diversion is the C620Wangford Rd.-A1065 to Brandon-C873Brandon Rd. to Weeting-C873 Brandon Rd.-B112 via Feltwell.Operation pumpkin patrolVolunteers are need to help keep trick-or -treaters safe from 6 to 8 p.m. Halloween night.For more information call Staff Sgt. AlbertoCastillo at 226-1423.OCT. 27, 2006 JET 48 MAGAZINE PAGE 21

Jet48CommunityMoviesRAF Lakenheath 226-2139Today6:30 p.m. The Descent, R, starring Shauna MacDonaldand Natalie Mendoza. Six girlfriends meet in a remote partof the Appalachians for their annual caving trip. The girlssoon learn that Juno, the thrill-seeking leader of the expedition,has brought them to an unexplored cave and that asa result no knows where they are to come rescue them.The group splinters and each push on, praying for anotherexit but there is something else lurking under the earth.9:30 p.m. The Descent, RSaturday3:30 p.m. Step Up, PG-136:30 p.m. Step Up, PG-139:30 p.m. Snakes On A Plane, R,Sunday3:30 p.m. Step Up, PG-136:30 p.m. Flags Of Our Fathers, R, starring Ryan Phillippeand Adam Beach. February 1945. Even as victory inEurope was finally within reach, the war in the Pacific ragedon. One of the most crucial and bloodiest battles of the warwas the struggle for the island of Iwo Jima, which culminatedwith what would become one of the most iconicimages in history: five Marines and a Navy corpsman raisingthe American flag on Mount Suribachi. The inspiringphoto capturing that moment became a symbol of victoryto a nation that had grown weary of war and made instantheroes of the six American soldiers at the base of the flag,some of whom would die soon after, never knowing thatthey had been immortalized.Monday6:30 p.m. Flags Of Our Fathers, RTuesday6:30 p.m. Flags Of Our Fathers, RWednesday6:30 p.m. Flags Of Our Fathers, RThursday6:30 p.m. Step Up, PG-13RAF Mildenhall 238-4955Friday6:30 p.m. How To Eat Fried Worms, PG, starring LukeBenward and Adam Hicks. Mitch and his wife Helen havepacked their boys into the family station wagon and areheading to a new town with a new job and a new elementaryschool for their son Billy. Billy’s fears are realized in hisfirst moments at the new school when the old adage —everybody picks on the new kid — appears to be true.When the school bully Joe and his band of 5th grade followersput worms in Billy’s lunch, Billy surprises them allwhen he stands up to and embarrasses Joe. This leads thetwo to make a bet: on Saturday Billy must eat 10 worms by7 p.m.9 p.m. The Departed, R,Saturday3:30 p.m. How To Eat Fried Worms, PG6:30 p.m. Beerfest, R, starring Paul Soter and ErikStolhanske. When American brothers Todd and JanWolfhouse travel to Germany to spread their grandfather’sashes at Oktoberfest, they stumble upon a super-secret,centuries old, underground beer games competition—”Beerfest,” the secret Olympics of beer drinking. The brothersreceive a less than warm welcome from their Germancousins, who humiliate Todd and Jan cast them out of theevent. Vowing to return in a year to defend their countryand their family’s honor, the Wolfhouse boys assemble aragtag dream team of beer drinkers and gamers. ThisMagnificent Five train relentlessly, using their hearts, mindsand livers to drink faster, smarter and harder than they everhave before. But first they must battle their own demons—as well as a bunch of big, blond, German jerks who want todestroy the team before they can even make it back toMunich.9 p.m. The Departed, RSunday3:30 p.m. Accepted, PG-136:30 p.m. Beerfest, RMonday6:30 p.m. The Departed, RTuesday6:30 p.m. How To Eat Fried Worms, PGWednesday6:30 p.m. Beerfest, RThursday6:30 p.m. Flags Of Our Fathers, RLakenheathChapelscheduleBULLETINBOARDBriefsPassport officeApplications to apply for or extend a family’sU.K. resident permit must be submittedto the passport office by today along withthe £500 cashier’s draft, which can bepuchased at Community Bank. Drafts shouldbe made out to “Home Office Leave toRemain.” The completed visas can be pickedup at the passport office Nov. 2.For more information call Claire Hartiganat 226-2303.WIC overseasWomen, infant and children overseas providesfood, nutrition, health screening andother resources to pregnant, breastfeedingand postpartum women and infants and childrenup to 4-years of age. Participants mayreceive food items such as milk, eggs,cheese, cereal, peanut butter, juice andinfant formula.For more information, call 226-9016.CatholicSaturday Mass 5 p.m.Sunday Mass 9:30 a.m.Holy Day Mass 11:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.Weekday Mass Monday, Wednesday,Thursday and Friday 11:30a.m.Reconciliation Saturdays 4 to 4:20 p.m. orby appointment.Deployed parents supportParents with deployed partners support andeducation group meets in the Pediatric clinic3:30 to 4:30 p.m. every Wednesday.Education center open houseThe Education Services center is hostingan open house 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday. Theopen house will provide information on educationopportunities on base. For more information,call 226-3851.CCAF graduationThe 2006 Fall Community College of theAir Force Graduation is 10 a.m. Nov. 3 atEagles’ Landing. Seventy RAF Lakenheathenlisted members completed an associates inapplied science degree. For more informationcall, the Education Services center at 226-3851.Cookie challengeHow are your baking skills? The 48thAvenue is having a holiday cookie challenge,Nov. 4. For more information, call 226-4884.Family portraitSign up at 48th Avenue for Holiday FamilyPortraits. Portraits will be taken Nov. 11 from10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call226-4884 for details.Christmas card workshopThe Feltwell Community Center will behost a Christmas Card workshop Nov. 8, 11a.m. - 1 p.m.Airman and FamilyReadiness Center(For more information call 226-3847)Pre-separation briefingA pre-separation briefing is 1 to 3 p.m.Tuesday. This class fulfills the mandatoryrequirement for all personnel retiring or separatingfrom the military.Ten steps to a federal jobTen Steps to a Federal Job Part 2 is 9 a.m. tonoon Monday. The class covers federal jobsearches, job announcements, completingonline resumes and the application processes.ProtestantLiturgical services 8 a.m.Traditional Protestant service 11 a.m.Gospel service 12:30 p.m.Contemporary service 4:30 p.m.For more information aboutworship times or other chapelprograms, call 226-3711.PAGE 22JET 48 MAGAZINEOCT. 27, 2006