Thunderbolt 03/24/2022

Vol. 50, No. 12

AirFest Schedule u 8 a.m. - Gates Open Noon - Opening Ceremonies u Kevin Coleman – Extra 330 & SOCOM ParaCommandos - Flag Jump / National Anthem u KC-135 Flyby u Class of ’45: Jim Tobul and Scott Yoak (P-51 & F-4U) u Matt Younkin – Beech 18 u F-22 Demo u E-3 Flyby u Michael Goulian – Extra 300 u C-17 Demo u Jerry “Jive” Kerby – L39 u Kevin Coleman – Extra 330 u SOCOM Para-Commandos Demo u 3 p.m. - US Navy Blue Angels & Fat Albert Performance times and performers subject to change

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WELCOME to MacDill AFB and the 2022 Tampa Bay AirFest

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n behalf of the men and women of Team MacDill, it is my pleasure to welcome you to your Air Force base. It is a great honor and privilege for us to provide you the opportunity to witness first-hand the capabilities of your armed forces.

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force that provides a unique opportunity to highlight the contributions of our Total Force Airmen, both past and present, who have fought and defended our nation in air and space.

As you view the exhibits and watch the spectacular aerial demonstrations overhead, you will have an opportunity to meet the service members who have dedicated themselves to defending our country and preserving our freedoms. Please take a few moments to talk to them, find out who they are and what they do in the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, and Coast Guard. I’m sure you’ll be as proud and impressed with them as I am.

Throughout the day, you will see a wide vari-

ety of aircraft demonstrations. This year’s AirFest features the world-famous U.S. Navy Blue Angels Demonstration Team. Since 1946, they have represented the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to audiences throughout the U.S. and abroad as they showcase the excitement, precision, and power of naval aviation.

Additionally, Tampa native Air Force Maj. Joshua “Cabo” Gunderson, Air Combat Command’s F-22 Raptor Demonstration Team commander, will take your breath away as he performs precision aerial maneuvers to demonstrate the unique capabilities of the Air Force’s premier fifth-generation fighter aircraft.

The AirFest would not be possible without the continued support of our neighbors of the greater Tampa Bay community. Our outstanding relationship makes events like this air show a remarkable success. We are proud to be a part of this wonderful community. Thank you for attending AirFest 2022. We hope you have an enjoyable and memorable day as you watch your armed forces in action. AIM HIGH!

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Colonel Benjamin R. Jonsson, commander, 6th Air Refueling Wing

Be sure to visit the official 6th Air Refueling Wing website at www.macdill.af.mil COMMANDER’S ACTION LINE The Action Line provides two-way communication between the 6th Air Refueling Wing commander and the MacDill community. Personnel may submit questions, concerns or comments via email to macdillwingcommander@us.af.mil or Facebook @6thARWCommandTeam

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Deadline for article submissions is noon, Wednesdays to appear in the next week’s publication. Articles received after deadline may be considered for future use. All submissions are considered for publication based on news value and timeliness.

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AIRFEST 2022 Meet the U.S. Navy Blue Angels #1 Capt. Brian C. Kesselring, flight leader/commander

#2 Lt. Christopher Kapuschansky, right wing

#3 Lieutenant Scott Goossens, left wing

#4 Major Frank Zastoupil, slot

#5 Lt. Commander Cary Rickoff, lead solo

#6 Lt. Commander Julius Bratton, opposing solo

#7 Lt. Griffin Stangel, narrator

#8 Lt. Katlin Forster, events coordinator

#9 Commander Jon Fay, execuive officer

#10 Capt. William Huckeba, C-130 “Fat Albert” pilot

#11 Capt. Jackson Streiff, C-130 “Fat Albert” pilot

#12 Major Joshua Soltan, C-130 “Fat Albert” pilot

#13 Lt. Brian Abe, maintenance officer

#14 Lt. Henry Cedeño, assistant maintenance officer

#15 Lt. Commander Monica L. Borza, flight surgeon

@16 Lt. Paul Kruger, supply officer

#17 Lt. Chelsea Dietlin, public affairs officer

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Mass transportation and ride share information

Due to personnel and logistics issues with the provider, mass transportation for Tampa Bay AirFest 2022 will not be authorized for AirFest weekend - March 26-27, 2022. We are also discouraging guests from using ride share services. Given the limited number of entry and exit points to AirFest we have found that ride share services struggle both with drop-off and pick-up of AirFest guests. Tampa Bay AirFest encourages guests to use their own personal transportation and highly encourages guests to carpool. AirFest guests may ride their bicycles to AirFest (helmets must be worn on MacDill Air Force Base & bicycle locks are recommended). Please only ride your bicycles through the MacDill Ave gate.

Located at MacDill AFB

Vehicles coming from South Tampa and areas East of Tampa should utilize the Dale Mabry and MacDill Ave Gates.

Vehicles coming from areas West of Tampa should utilize S Westshore Blvd to Interbay to enter the Tanker Way Gate (just East of Manhattan Ave).

DoD ID Cardholders should utilize the Bayshore Gate Only.

What should I bring to AirFest?

• Sunglasses • Sunscreen • Hearing Protection • Hats • Cash (ATMs are available) • Empty bottles to fill with chilled water • Folding chairs – backpack-type • Something for the kids to do / snacks for the ride home (they will be super excited on the drive to AirFest and there will be delays exiting the show)

What can’t I bring to AirFest?

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Transportation Security Administration (TSA) security standards will be in-effect for entrants to Tampa Bay AirFest. Prohibited items will be confiscated and/or cause visitors to be turned away. Visitors are subject to search by Security Forces personnel.

• Weapons of any kind including pocket knives, pocket tools, scissors, box cutters, billy clubs, large heavy chain link jewelry or belts, mace and pepper spray.

• Firearms of any type • Toys that resemble firearms, laser pointers • RC aircraft & drones • Flammable items and Fireworks • Pets (except for service animals) • Spray paint and silly string • Outside food (except small snacks) • Coolers • Grills • Glass containers or bottles • Liquid without factory seal intact (baby bottles are exempt) • Walkie-talkies, HAM radios, scanners • Alcohol and illegal drugs • Possession and use of Marijuana or CBD oil is illegal on MacDill Air Force Base or any federal installation. This includes both recreational and medicinal.

• Bicycles, skateboards, scooters, heelies, roller skates or roller blades • Excessively large items and bags (exceptions for diaper bags, small purses, and small camera bags)

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AIRFEST 2022 MacDill is a nodrone Zone

Want to know more about AirFest?

A handy app for is available for download online.

Need a map, where are the seats, how about restrooms, and handicapped parking? Not to mention full videos on every static display. Just go to your App Store and download “Tampa Bay AirFest 2022”....We wanna see your photos on our wall.

AirFest is a no-drone zone.

During AirFest, it is imperative that no drone activity occur within a 5 nautical mile radius of MacDill Air Force Base (over land and water) per FAA Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR). Aircraft will be operating at a high rate of speed and impact with a drone could be catastrophic. This requirement will be strictly enforced by law enforcement and through the use of detection/counter-drone technology. Penalties for violating these restrictions include fines of up to $250,000.

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More static displays, page 9

The KC-135 Stratotanker REVISED 10 Mar 2

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AIRFEST 2022 Aerial Demonstrations

C-17 Demo Team

Kevin Coleman - Extra 300 SHP

Michael Goulian

Jerry “Jive” Kerby

Kc-135 Stratotanker

Matt Younkin - Beach 18

Scott “Scooter” Yoak P-51 Mustang

Jim Tobul, F4U-4 Corsair

SOCOM Paracommandos

F-22 Demo Team

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The C-172

The T-41A

The PT-19

The Beech 18

The C-47

The HH-60

The MH-60R

The T7h-5

The Coast Guard MH-65

The CH-47

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The T-1

The T-44

The T-6

The T-38

The CV-22

The HH-72

The B-1B

The B-52

The U>S> Marine Corps AAVs

The Budweiser Clydsdales

6th ARW Chapel Holy Week Schedule

u Monday, April 11: 12:10 Daily Mass u Tuesday, April 12: *No Daily Mass u Wed, April 13: 12:10 Daily Mass and Penance Service from 17:30 - 19:00 u Thursday, April 14: 19:00 Mass of the Last Supper followed by Eucharistic Adoration until 2130 (**No 1210 Daily Mass) u Friday, April 15: 14:15 Stations of the Cross followed by 1500 Good Friday Service u Saturday, April 16: 2000 Easter Vigil Celebration (**No 1730 Mass) u Sunday, April 17: 0930 Easter Sunday Mass & Easter Egg Hunt after Mass

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COMMUNITY

EVENTS

Youth basketball registration open now – Apr. 8, 2022 Sign up at the youth center.

Open to ages 5-15 with current immunization records. Call 8287438 to register your child.

Teens night out, Mar. 25 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. calling all teens ages 13-18. Join us at the Youth Center the last Friday of every month for teen night out.

AirFest 2022, Mar. 25-27 10:30 a.m. on Fri. March 25th AirFest will begin as a Military only day. Gates open to the public at 8 a.m. Sat. – Sun. bring the family and see the free airshow.

Check our website for facility closures at macdillfss.com/ calendar/ American Red Cross – become a certified lifeguard Outdoor Rec is providing a life guard course at the base pool.

Course will be divided into two parts for first-time lifeguards and one day for recertification lifeguards.

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We are hiring, join our team The 6th FSS is hiring in the following areas: recreation, food service, hospitality and child & youth. For job info. visit: macdillfss.com/open-jobs/ Find more events at: macdillfss. com

CHAPEL SCHEDULE Normal Hours- Monday - Friday - 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. After hours chaplain, call the Command Post at 828-4362/4361.

Catholic (in-person) - Saturday - 5:30 p.m. (confession 4:30 p.m.) Sunday - 9:30 a.m. (confessions by appointment) Protestant services (virtual) - Sunday 11 a.m. at www.facebook.com/6amwhc

Monday-Thursday Mass - 12:10 p.m.

www.macdill.af.mil/chapel

Other Faith Groups

Off-base referral as needed

For more details and information, visit the Chapel Facebook page at http://www.facebook/6amwhc/

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The U.S. Navy Bblue Angles are the headliners of the MacDIll AirFest 2022, and will be closing the show Saturday and Sunday at MacDill Air Force Base.

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