Thunderbolt 6/15/2023

Vol. 51, No. 24

Thursday, June 15, 2023

News/Features: page 2 2023 Legacy Bonus

News/Features: page 3 Testing airfield repair concept

Week in photos: page 4 Images from the week

High-flying Buccanneer Photo by Senior Airman Lauren Cobin

Community: page 15 Events, Chapel, more...

Ryan Miller, a wide receiver with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, tours a KC-135 Stratotanker at MacDill Air Force Base June 2. Groups like the Buccaneers visit MacDill to gain a better understanding of the Air Force mission and the different roles associated with military aviation.

NEWS/FEATURES

A legacy of service

by Airman 1st Class Michael Killian 6th Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

The legacy of military service runs deep in the Westbay family, with a history spanning four generations of service across the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines, and now the Air Force.

Senior Airman Tristan Westbay, a cyber transport systems specialist assigned to the 6th Communications Squadron at MacDill Air Force Base, is the latest in his family line to don the nation’s cloth.

Tristan’s decision to join the military was influenced by his family’s service and a desire to earn his education without relying on his parents for financial support. Choosing the Air Force allowed him to continue his family’s tradition of military service while carving his own path.

“Every one of my relatives was very supportive of my decision to join,” said Tristan. “I decided to join the Air Force because it was the only branch that none of my family had joined, so I saw a chance to venture into uncharted territory.”

His father, Jeff Westbay, served in the Navy during the late 1980s and early 1990s, participating in Operation Desert Shield and Desert See LEGACY, Page 14

Photo by Airman 1st Class Michael Killian

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Tristan Westbay, a cyber transport systems specialist assigned to the 6th Communications Squadron, poses for a photo at MacDill Air Force Base May 31. Tristan comes from a long line of military service, with his oldest known family member having served in World War I. He hopes to continue his family’s legacy of service into the 21st Century.

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NEWS/FEATURES Air Force announces FY23 Legacy Aviation Bonus Program

Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs

ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS)—Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15 to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6.

The Legacy AvB Program builds upon the previous years’ offers to decisively shape and retain experienced rated officers to meet Air Force retention, training and mission-readiness requirements to maintain lethality of the force. Specific communities of pilots, RPA pilots, air battle managers and combat systems officers are eligible for monetary incentives in exchange for active duty service commitments.

“Reliable personnel forecasts allow the Air Force to continue executing the warfighting mission,” said Maj. Gen. Albert Miller, Air Force Training and Readiness director.

“Our experienced aviators are uniquely qualified to succeed in a combat environment and these incentives are necessary to maintain that talent and competitiveness See BONUS, Page 10

Photo by Senior Airman Tiffany Del Oso

A fleet of F-16 Fighting Falcons assigned to the 55th Fighter Squadron, Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., sit on the flightline during Weapons System Evaluation Program-East 23.08 at Tyndall AFB, Fla., May 17. Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15, 2023 to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6.

AFCEC successfully tests multi-capable Airmen airfield repair concept

by Debbie Aragon AFIMSC Public Affairs JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas (AFNS)—The concept of a cross section of Airmen carrying out important wartime tasks seems like a good idea, but does it work?

That’s what the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s readiness team set out to prove May 22-24 during a Rapid Damage Repair Multi-Capable Airmen exercise at an Air Force regional training site at Dobbins Air Force Base, Georgia.

The exercise, the first of its kind for AFCEC, successfully demonstrated the concept said Master Sgt. Broc French, contingency training program manager at the center.

“In a deployed location, we might not be able to rely solely on civil engineers to execute traditionally CE work,” he said. “This exercise showcased that Airmen from various Air Force specialties can execute these types of repairs and support our CEs.” See REPAIR, Page 6

Photo by Brian Goddin

Airmen from a variety of Air Force specialties practice installation runway damage during a recent multi-capable Airmen exercise May 22-24, at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga. The exercise, the first of its kind for the Air Force Civil Engineer Center, successfully demonstrated the concept of MCA. MACDILL THUNDERBOLT ◆ Thursday, June 15, 2023 ◆ WWW.MACDILLTHUNDERBOLT.COM ◆ 3

WEEK IN PHOTOS

Photo by Airman 1st Class Derrick Bole

U.S. Air Force Capt. Cameron Miller, 6th Security Forces Squadron operations officer, fires an M18 pistol at MacDill Air Force Base June 8. Miller practiced drills with the handgun to prepare for a concealed carry course test.

U.S. Air Force Col. Charity Banks, 6th Maintenance Group commander, hands the flag to U.S. Air Force Maj. Aaron Darty, 6th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron incoming commander, during the change of command ceremony at MacDill Air Force Base June 5. A change of command ceremony is the traditional way that the military conducts the official “passing of the torch” to the new commander.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Zachary Foster

Airmen assigned to the 45th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron conduct medical response training at MacDill Air Force Base June 5. The team executed simulated medical scenarios and a B-52 Stratofortress refueling mission in conjunction with the 50th Air Refueling Squadron.

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NEWS/FEATURES MAINEiacs Aim High during Arctic Challenge

by Master Sgt. Andrew Sinclair 101st Air Refueling Wing/Public Affairs

ØRLAND AIR BASE, Norway—The Maine Air National Guard’s 101st Air Refueling Wing, also known as the MAINEiacs, and 265th Combat Communication Squadron aimed for the clouds and headed Northeast to take part in the Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023, occurring May 29 through June 9 across the Nordic region.

The exercise, a multi-national live-fly training event, involves multiple aircraft offering dozens of capabilities. The big players being fourth and fifth-generation fighters, NATO Airborne Warning and Control System E-3s (AWACS), and of course, the KC-135 Stratotanker.

Arctic Challenge enhances interoperability between the U.S., Allies, and Partners, solidifying an already strong bond between Allies against potential adversaries operating in the region. The High North is a key strategic location and conducting exercises like these proves a stronger, more prepared coalition force – ready for anything.

See ARCTIC, Page 11

An F-35 Lightning maneuvers into position to receive more fuel mid-air from a KC-135 Stratotanker over the Arctic Circle, June 5. The 101st ARW is taking part in Arctic Challenge Exercise 2023, a live fly exercise that serves to advance arctic security initiatives and enhance interoperability in the increasingly dynamic and contested region.

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REPAIR From Page 3

In preparation for the exercise, five civil engineer Airmen from the 366th Civil Engineer Squadron at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho, attended a five-day course in 2022 to learn how to perform wartime RDR tasks.

To test the MCA concept, a combination of 25 CE and non-CE Mountain Home AFB Airmen, with no prior RDR experience, were then selected from across the base to take part in the exercise at Dobbins AFB’s Air Force Reserve Command Expeditionary Combat Support Training Certification Center.

Once at the Georgia base, the five engineer teammates became their instructors for two days of classroom, tabletop and hands-on training, followed by a practical test with the team of CE, finance, maintenance, munitions, medical and operations support Airmen having to complete six concrete crater repairs and spall operations within four hours.

In essence, they repaired airfield damage that could limit the ability of aircraft to take off and land in a real-world, wartime environment.

“Traditionally, civil engineers do the rapid damage repair like we did here, but with this beta test, we brought in different squadrons and different groups to augment some of the tasks in the repair process … and they executed,” said Chief Master Sgt. Chad Lepley, AFCEC Readiness Directorate senior enlisted leader.

Senior Airman Kayla Panzarella is a medic at Mountain Home AFB, but she was a CE “dirt boy” during the exercise.

“Being a complete outsider to this world and routine, I thought it was very clear and precise for what I needed,” Panzarella said of the training. “I was super nervous to come in here and start cutting concrete after two days, but my instructor was amazing. He taught me everything and was patient. That’s really what you need in an environment like this coming from different jobs to something as scary as this is.

I can’t explain the feeling of doing this wartime task, this mission. I remember looking out from inside the (concrete-cutting heavy equipment) and having the feeling of, ‘Wow, we’re doing this … I’m so proud of myself, proud of this team.’ It was a feeling I can’t really explain … just excellence in what we were doing. It was a great feeling.”

French was impressed with the entire operation.

“It’s been outstanding … pretty awesome to see Airmen who have never been in a compact track loader or ever touched any of this equip-

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Photo by Brian Goddin

Airmen from a variety of Air Force specialties practice installation runway damage repair during a recent multi-capable Airmen exercise May 22-24, at Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Ga. The exercise successfully demonstrated the concept of MCA. ment executing the mission,” he said. “After two days, they’ve been able to fill craters and, if it were a real-world scenario, be able to get aircraft off the ground quickly. This is a great concept that works, and we’re looking to expand it in the future.”

Master Sgt. Patrick Murphy, the 366th CES heavy repair section chief at Mountain Home AFB and instructor lead during the exercise, said the positive attitudes of everyone involved were key to the success of the event.

“This (exercise and MCA concept) is a really good start for changing the battlefield space,” Murphy said. “If you could take different career fields like security forces, medical and finance like we had out here, you could put people together to form an ‘A Squad.’ With that, you could take care of everything with a small force, as long as you had the right attitude like we had with folks this week.”

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USAFCENT flexes airto-ground capabilities in historic first for BTF

by Master Sgt. Amanda Sampson Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) Public Affairs AL UDEID AIR BASE, Qatar (AFNS)— Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) aircraft joined two B-1B Lancers over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, along with five partner nations and other coalition forces, during a Bomber Task Force mission, June 8.

This particular BTF mission was historic in that it was the first time AFCENT flew multiple weapons types and practiced employment against multiple simulated targets during single bomber task force mission.

The B-1Bs, assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas’ 9th Bomb Squadron and currently forward deployed to the U.S. European Command area of responsibility, took off from RAF Fairford, United Kingdom to join various fighter coalition forces throughout the CENTCOM region.

During the BTF, the bombers employed live GBU-38 Joint Direct Attack Munitions, as well as a live AGM-158A Joint Air-to-Surface Standoff Missile.

“These bomber missions represent the U.S.’s commitment to our partners and showcase our ability to deliver overwhelming power at a moment’s notice,” said U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich, Ninth Air Force (Air Forces Central) commander, and Combined Forces Air Component Commander for U.S. Central Command. “Together, we are operationalizing concepts designed to make us more agile in our execution, more strategic in our deterrence and more resilient in our capability.

“Today was a demonstration of that capability and the strength of our partnerships.”

Exercises like the BTF enhance U.S. interoperability with partner nations to deter regional aggression while promoting peace and stability in the Middle East.

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Staff Sgt. Sean Merrick, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron B-1B Lancer crew chief, and Airman 1st Cl apprentice, prepare the B-1 for launch at RAF Fairford, United Kingdom, June 7. Bomber Task Force objectives through strategic predictability and operational unpredictability and the steady rotation of st erability and enhances operational readiness.

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Photo by Senior Airman Josiah Brown

Senior Airman Joe Hance, 9th Expeditionary Bomb Squadron weapons load crew member, drives the AGM-158 into the aft weapons bay at RAF, United Kingdom, June 6. Strategic bomber missions enhance readiness and provide lethal precision and global strike options to the U.S. and coalition partners.

Photo by Senior Airman Josiah Brown

lass Jackie Breeden, 9th EBS B-1B Lancer egress rotations support U.S. National Defense Strategy trategic bombers into the theater enables interop-

Photo by Staff Sgt. Emily Farnsworth

A U.S. Air Force B-1 Lancer approaches to start aerial refueling from a KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 912th Expeditionary Air Refueling Squadron while conducting a Bomber Task Force mission over the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, June 8. The BTF mission was designed to build agility and interoperability between the U.S. and coalition partners while demonstrating the rapid deployment of combat power to deter regional aggression while promoting regional stability in Southwest Asia.

BONUS From Page 3

with our pacing challenge.”

Significant changes to the FY23 Legacy AvB Program include an increase in the monetary cap from $35,000 per year up to $50,000 per year for eligible officers.

The FY23 AvB Program applies to aviators with an Undergraduate Flying Training Active Duty Service Commitment expiring in FY23 or earlier. Aviators currently on an AvB contract will not be able to renegotiate for a higher amount in this year.

Separate from the Legacy AvB Program, the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act directs the Air Force to execute a Rated Officer Retention Demonstration Program, allowing active-duty manned pilots with no more than three years, but not less than one year, remaining to sign a contract for the maximum monetary amount one to two fiscal years prior to the fiscal year their UFT ADSC commitment expires.

FY23 will be a transition year for the Air Force. The maximum contract amount of $50,000 per year offered under the Legacy Program this year will not be offered next year. Instead, the maximum contract amount will only be offered under the demonstration program.

Complete eligibility requirements and application instructions will be available on the AvB tile on the myFSS website Welcome Page (https://myfss.us.af. mil/USAFCommunity/s/) when the application window opens June 6.

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Photo by Senior Airman Tiffany Del Oso

An F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot with the 93rd Fighter Squadron, Homestead Air Reserve Base, Fla., rests on the edge of the cockpit during Checkered Flag 23-2 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., May 17. Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15, 2023, to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6.

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An F-15C Eagle assigned to the 194th Fighter Squadron, Fresno Air National Guard Base, Calif., flies over Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla. during Checkered Flag 23-2 at Tyndall AFB, Fla., May 17. Eligible active-duty aviators have until Sept. 15, 2023 to apply for the fiscal year 2023 Aviation Bonus Program; Air Force officials announced the Legacy Aviation Bonus Program will open June 6.

Photo by Senior Airman Tiffany Del Oso

ARCTIC From Page 5

Through months of cooperation with the Royal Norwegian Air Force, the MAINEiacs landed and hit the ground running, received in briefs, and settled into host nation-coordinated living quarters.

Being 40 de-grees cooler than it was back home, Maine’s “Pine Tree” Airmen adjusted quickly to the Arctic conditions and got right to work unpacking gear and establishing work zones for aircrew, maintenance, communications, and all the other necessary career fields to maintain the critical aerial refuel-ing mission.

The geographically-separated unit based in Portland, Maine, the 265th Combat Communication Squadron, set up field communications to provide internet access and radio capabilities by doing what they do best – adapting and overcoming.

The aircrew immediately began working with the intelligence team to start drawing up flight plans and battle rhythms while maintenance ensured the jet was ready to go so mid-air refueling could happen without a hitch. The whole process was like a well-oiled machine following years of professionalized engagements globally through the State Partnership Program, contingency support, and operational deployments.

The MAINEiacs immediately initiated operational planning with teams from the 13 nations and NATO executing Arctic Challenge 2023.

After a few days of preparation and coordination, the exercise kicked off and the Airmen were ready to do what they do best; demonstrating what it means to be a world-class organization.

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Shelby Slaughter, a Boom Operator for the 101st Air Refueling Wing and a key staff member for Arctic Challenge says, “Truthfully, it’s given me a completely different perspective to being in operations. The amount of planning and coordination that goes into something as large as this exercise is extraordinary and I feel very fortunate to have been a part of it.”

As a junior boom operator, this is Slaughter’s first time in a lead planning role. Her duties working in the Mission Planning Cell played an integral role in coordinating international refueling operations. She also had a few chances to break away and fly to refuel aircraft taking part in the exercise, getting a chance to collaborate with coalition partners in the High North.

The Maine Air National Guard hosted dozens of local, regional, and

international media correspondents on a KC-135 media flight to demonstrate the U.S.’s ability to integrate with global Allies and Partners and increase coalition capabilities throughout the Arctic.

BBC Defense correspondent, Jonathan Beale, attended the media flight saying, “One of the things I always get from a tanker is the complexity of it.” He continued, “It can literally load quite a few jets up with fuel so they can carry out their missions. Shocking!”

“There’s quite a bit more to it than people realize,” Beale continued.

“The boom operator is writing out calculations on the window trying to figure it all out while the pilots up front are maintaining a set speed with the formation behind them, it’s really fascinating.”

The U.S. and coalition forces demonstrate the joint force’s ability to execute strategically and tactically. The Arctic is becoming an increasingly important focus area, and the exercise incorporates nearly every Arctic nation who relies on continued regional safety and security.

The ongoing conflict on NATO’s Eastern Flank highlights the need for greater defense cooperation in critical strategic areas. Beale noted the Nordic coalition demonstrated “true air power” in ways U.S. adversaries have not been able to execute.

The Maine National Guard currently partners with Montenegro through the National Guard Bureau’s State Partnership Program, and many states have developed relationships with two or more nations. The Minnesota National Guard recently partnered with Norway through the program.

The Maine Air National Guard is postured to operate in the cold and harsh conditions of the Arctic as many Airmen recently graduated from the Extreme Cold Weather Survival Course and routinely support Allied and coalition aerial refueling efforts across the High North. The 265th CBCS completed similar cold weather training in January, increasing their individual readiness for their globally separated unit in southern Maine.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Andy Alfiero, the U.S. Air-to-Air Refueling Liaison Officer and Arctic Challenge Detachment Commander, has been coordinating operations for the exercise for over a year with Finnish, Swedish, and Norwegian Allies and Partners.

See ARCTIC, Page 13

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ARCTIC From Page 11

“Our credibility is what sets us apart, the MAINEiacs have a long tradition of doing the right thing and getting the job done,” Alfiero says. “You can’t have confidence and credibility without experience and we build on our experiences by leading the way as the sole state ANG units here, illustrating our commitment to the High North and building professional relationships with our neighbors to the North.”

Alfiero’s pride and commitment to the mission is evident in his passion for what he does. He says, “I’m proud, impressed, excited and humbled.

We use metrics of performance and our members crushed all our desired learning objectives and exercise requirements. I am impressed with the growth and learning of my members that took place - watching all of them build upon their crafts and specialties while developing new tactics, techniques and procedures to bring home to our cohorts allowing Maine to lead the way in the Arctic.”

As the sole Air National Guard participant in the exercise, the MAINEiacs set a high standard for all U.S. forces conducting operations throughout the region, which translates into the professionalism and expertise expected for all rotational forces throughout the U.S. European Command’s theater of operations.

Alfiero continued to say “We’ve demonstrated our capabilities and built credibility with our fellow Arctic States, opening the door to other events that will continue to build on our reputation as the premier Arctic Tanker unit of the North.”

Arctic Challenge hosted nearly 150 aircraft from 13 nations and NATO across the three Scandinavian countries. The MAINEiac brand of excel-

Technical Sergeant Kyle Farley from the 101st Air Refueling Wing diligently remains laser focused as he conducts mid-air refueling with his receiver over the Arctic Circle, May 29. lence and commitment strengthens bonds and forms new friendships.

The Air National Guard provides critical rotational forces throughout Europe. Arctic Challenge is one of many engagement opportunities for the global Total Force.

The exercise leads into the German-led Air Defender 2023, the largest air defense exercise in mainland Europe since the end of World War II. The National Guard Bureau will deploy units from several states to support the major operation, highlighting the Total Force’s ability to provide combat-ready forces anytime, anywhere.

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LEGACY From Page 2

Storm. As a former member of the Special Warfare pipeline, Jeff later transitioned to helicopter maintenance before leaving the service as an E-4.

“My service has been quite a wild ride,” said Jeff. “It’s had its ups and downs, and a lot of dark moments, but in the end I was able to have a massive impact on the world and do some insanely cool stuff that I’ll never forget.”

Tristan’s grandfather, George Westbay, completed two tours in Vietnam as an engineer and vehicle maintenance lance corporal in the Marine Corps. He later received full disability benefits due to health complications caused by exposure to Agent Orange during the war. Despite the adversity he faced, George’s legacy of service and hard work continued after his military career as a blacksmith and mechanic.

In World War II, Tristan’s great-grandfather, John Westbay Sr., served in the Army, possibly as an infantryman. Details about his service are less clear, as he did not frequently discuss his time in the military. After leaving the service, he worked as a handyman and tiler.

The family’s military history also extends back to World War I with John’s great-great-grandfather, Joe, who served in the Army during the conclusion of the conflict.

As the latest generation in a family with a rich history of service, Tristan is proud to carry on the legacy of hard work, discipline, and patriotism exemplified by his forefather

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Juneteenth closures For a full list of 6th Force Support program facilities, food and beverage, and recreational facility closures, visit macdillfss.com/juneteenthclosures2023/ Short Fitness June closures The Short Fitness will be closed the following days but will be accessible to those patrons with 24/7 access cards.

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Upcoming M&FRC events June 20 – Balancing Work, Life, and Command June 20 – Interview Skills June 22 – Federal Resume Writing Visit macdillfss.com/military-familyreadiness/ for more information.

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The Champ!

Photo by Airman 1st Class Sterling Sutton

From left, U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Bingham, 6th Air Refueling Wing commander, Master Sgt. Cynthia Carpio, 6th Operations Support Squadron host aviation resource management superintendent, and Chief Master Sgt. Shae Gee, 6th ARW command chief, pose for a photo during a Champ of the Week recognition at MacDill Air Force Base June 6. Carpio ensured the reduction of ARMS list reporting deficiencies by 25 percent.

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