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  • First sergeants are key advisors to the commander on enlisted matters, ensuring the safety, morale and welfare of enlisted Airmen and their families within their units. The diamond inside the chevrons denotes first sergeant status. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Buffy Galbraith)

    The four Cs: The true value of a diamond

    The diamond. A universal symbol of strength, it is the hardest natural substance known to man, yet it is a symbol of delicateness that can represent the most fragile of emotions. When choosing a diamond to buy, several considerations determine its value: cut, color, clarity and carat weight, also known as the four Cs. Here at Duke Field, the
  • Staff Sgt. James Parrish, 919th Security Force Squadron member, assists 2nd Lt. Ethan Campbell shoot blank fire rounds at "insurgents" during Pilot for a Day at Duke Field May 2. The 10-year-old honorary pilot is diagnosed with leukemia. The Pilot for a Day program gives children with serious health conditions a break from treatments to experience a day in the life of an Air Force pilot. 2nd Lieutenant Campbell was treated to an all-star tour of the Duke Field Fire Department, experienced a simulator ride, battled insurgents with security forces members, and taxied in the wing's aircraft where he was then given his pilot's wings. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Jasmine DeNamur)

    Pilot for a Day

  • Friends, family and members of the 719th Maintenance Squadron watch a slideshow presentation at a party held in the unit's honor at the Eglin Air Force Base Officers' Club April 5. The presentation, arranged by Master Sgt. Charles McBride, former 719th MXS member, was composed of photos, videos and music highlighting the squadron's members in action through the years. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Mike Fleck)

    719th MXS members bid farewell to unit

    Past and present members of the 719th Maintenance Squadron gathered together to talk about the good ol' days of their squadron April 5, marking the end of an era where decorations were earned and contingencies were supported under the wings of MC-130P Combat Shadow aircraft. More than 100 people paid tribute to the squadron and its people during
  • Staff Sgt. Samantha Brown, 919th Operations Support Squadron information management journeyman, reviews documents pertaining to the April unit training assembly April 7. Her numerous duties include the management of the Unit Training Assembly Participation System, where she ensures that members' participation for performing duty is accurate. The Smyrna, Ga., native is currently working toward a sports medicine degree and regularly supports her unit by performing mandays. "Sergeant Brown is highly motivated," said Master Sgt. Adele Ruiz, 919th OSS commander's support staff noncommissioned officer in charge. "I give her tasks and I don't have to worry; it's always done correct the first time, every time." Sergeant Brown is this month's Sharp Troop. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Buffy Galbraith)

    May Sharp Troop

  • Rescue Reservists from the 920th Rescue Wing at Patrick Air Force Base, Fla. train for water rescue recovery on the Banana River which borders the base to the west. They consistently train on the portion of the river called the Judy Drop Zone. The pararescueman seen here is fast-roping from an HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter piloted by aircrew from the wing?s 301st Rescue Squadron. The rescue crews use this technique to board ships at sea. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Jasmine DeNamur)

    Splash rescue

  • The 919th Special Operations Wing command post was recognized as the best small command post in Air Force Reserve Command's 2007 Command and Control awards. Senior Master Sgt. David Mooers (back row, third from left) was also recognized as AFRC's Senior NCO of the Year for Command and Control. Command post members pictured here are (back row, left to right) Tech. Sgt. Luis Lopez, Staff Sgt. Shannon Riley, Sergeant Mooers, and Tech. Sgt. Lici Coleman; and (front row, left to right) Staff Sergeants Ericka Gilliam and Elaine Alonzo. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Master Sgt. Buffy Galbraith)

    Wing controllers earn AFRC's top nod

    Air Force Reserve Command recently announced the results of the 2007 AFRC Command and Control awards, distinguishing the 919th Special Operations Wing Command Post and one of its senior NCOs as the best in the command. This is the fourth time the controllers have earned the distinction as the best small command post. The command post stands up 24/7

  • Program helps maintainer strike wins

    Many people consider it a blessing to be able to get paid to do something they love. For Master Sgt. Jeff Norton this dream has become a reality. "I can't believe I get paid to do this," said the 919th Maintenance Squadron communications and navigations systems technician. "Bowling is my passion, and the Air Force pays me to compete in its bowling
  • Senior Airman Christina Lilly, 919th Maintenance Squadron communication/navigation systems journeyman, is Duke Field's Airman of the Year for 2007 (U.S. Air Force photo/Mike Fleck).

    Wing announces outstanding Airmen of year

    The 919th Special Operations Wing recently announced that an Airman, two noncommissioned officers and a company grade officer have been named the outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2007. Airman of the Year Senior Airman Christina L. Lilly, 919th Maintenance Squadron communication navigation mission systems, is the Airman of the Year. Senior Airman
  • Tech. Sgt. Diana McCarty, 919th Mission Support Flight customer service chief, scans Michael Howard's fingerprint as a form of identification for a new ID card. Servicemembers requesting new ID cards are now required to present two forms of ID before being issued a new card. Acceptable forms of ID include an expired military ID card, driver's license, social security card, passport, birth certificate, or permament resident card.

    Double identity

  • Senior Master Sgt. Roger Kendall, 919th Special Operations Wing recruiter, gives an interview during the half time portion of the Feb. 19 Clemson Basketball Game to Keith Jones, color analyst, about the benefits of joining the Air Force Reserve on the Seminole ISP Sports Network. Duke Field's recruiters sponsored the game in commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of the Air Force Reserve. (Courtesy Photo)

    Recruiter's game

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