Thunderbolt 8/17/2023

Vol. 51, No. 33

Thursday, August 17, 2023

News/Features: page 3 CSAF delivers keynote

News/Features: page 3 Northern Edge 23-2

Week in photos: page 4 Images from the week

Wishin’ for a mission Photo by Senior Airman Joshua Hastings

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

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing is shown on the flight line at MacDill Air Force Base Aug. 1. The KC-135 is primarily used for air refueling where jet fuel is delivered through a boom in the back of the aircraft.

Air refueling enables the air assets of the Joint Force and partner nations to fly longer.

NEWS/FEATURES

Teaching with insight:

MacDill’s immersion tour enhances support for military children

by SrA Lauren Cobin 6th Air Refueling Wing 6th Air Refueling Wing Ahead of the start of the 2023-2024 school year, the 6th Air Refueling Wing hosted an immersion tour for teachers assigned to the base’s General Clarence Tinker K-8 School.

The tour aimed to provide Tinker’s teachers with a firsthand understanding of the challenges military children face, and enable them create a more supportive environment for these unique students.

The tour began with an in-depth mission brief, outlining the realities of military life – from frequent relocations to extended deployments with testimonies from U.S. Air Force Col. Adam Bingham, 6th Air Refueling Wing commander, military children and parents themselves. This set the stage for educators to comprehend the complex experiences of military families.

A highlight of the tour was the time spent at a KC-135 Stratotanker, where educators met pilots and boom operators who work 24/7 to See STUDENTS, Page 13

Photo by Airman 1st Class Sterling Sutton

General Clarence Tinker K-8 School teachers pose for a photo during a tour of MacDill Air Force Base on Aug. 1. Tinker houses approximately 600 students and has been a part of the Hillsborough County Public School district for 71 years.

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NEWS/FEATURES

CSAF delivers 2023 Life Cycle Industry Days keynote address

by Staff Sgt. Mikaley Kline Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Public Affairs

DAYTON, Ohio (AFNS)—In a keynote speech to attendees of the Life Cycle Industry Days conference at the Dayton Convention Center July 31, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. discussed how combined efforts of Air Force, industry leaders and innovators will deliver the changes necessary for the service to remain the world’s best Air Force in an increasingly complex and competitive strategic environment.

LCID is held annually in Dayton, Ohio, presented by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center. The conference brings together high-level military leaders, industry partners and media. The event allows for discussion of current capabilities and facilitates networking for stronger partnerships.

Brown, who was recently nominated to become the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, stressed the necessity of change to main-

Photo by Staff Sgt. Mikaley Kline

Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Commander Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris, left, poses a question for Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., as part of a question-and-answer forum during the Life Cycle Industry Days conference at the Dayton Convention Center in Dayton, Ohio, July 31. Brown answered questions on various topics such as artificial intelligence, change and See CSAF, Page 10 innovation and taking risks to accelerate change.

Kadena AB aces dispersed operations during Northern Edge 23-2

by Airman 1st Class Tylir Meyer KADENA AIR BASE, Japan (AFNS)—U.S. service members integrated with Japan Self-Defense Forces, French air and space forces and other allies and partners to enhance Agile Combat Employment capabilities from dispersed locations during Northern Edge 23-2, July 2-21.

Staging out of Kadena Air Base, the “Keystone of the Pacific.” afforded U.S. forces and partner nations the opportunity to work through interoperability challenges across joint, multinational and multi-domain operations in support of the shared security objectives in the Indo-Pacific region.

“Northern Edge 23-2 was a success in challenging our forces to exerPhoto by Staff Sgt. Dwane R. Young cise distributed operations in the field rather than simple simulations, increasing proficiency and force durability,” said U.S. Air Force Col. Nich- Two U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagles and two F-35A Lightning IIs join olas Evans, 18th Wing commander. “Working together with our Japanese four Japan Air Self-Defense Force F-15 Eagles over the Sea of Japan, counterparts enables us to bolster our real-world training capabilities, July 19. The U.S.-Japan Alliance is built on shared interests, values and a commitment to freedom and human rights; the Alliance is strong and See NORTHERN EDGE 23-2, Page 6 focused on enhancing a security architecture of regional partnerships.

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WEEK IN PHOTOS

Photo by Senior Airman Jessica Do

The 6th Civil Engineer Squadron, Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) flight gather for an explosive operations demonstration, at MacDill Air Force Base Aug. 4, 2023. EOD technicians are trained to detect, disarm and dispose of explosive threats in the most extreme environments.

A KC-135 Stratotanker assigned to the 6th Air Refueling Wing flies over Tampa Aug. 8. The 6th ARW, located at MacDill Air Force Base employs the KC-135 to deliver air refueling support for Department of Defense aircraft and aircraft of partner nations.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Derrick Bole

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Daniel Ward, 6th Civil Engineer Squadron lead firefighter, puts on a gas mask at MacDill Air Force Base Aug. 1. Ward posed as an injured firefighter during a rapid intervention team training at MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, Aug. 2, 2023. RIT training helps prepare firefighters to rescue downed personnel inside a burning building.

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Photo by Senior Airman Joshua Hastings

NEWS/FEATURES New benefit gives military families more flexibility in paying for dependent care DoD News WASHINGTON (AFNS)—In coordination with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, the U.S. Department of Defense has expanded eligibility for a benefit that will provide military families with another financial option for reducing the burden of the cost of dependent care, ultimately bolstering military readiness. The Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, or DCFSA, initiative provides accounts that allow eligible service members to set aside up to $5,000 per household in pretax earnings for qualified dependent care expenses.

Qualified expenses include child care, preschool, and before-and-after-school programs for dependents under 13 years of age, care for incapacitated family members of any age, and other eligible dependent care expenses that enable service members and spouses to work, look for work, or attend school full-time.

The DoD estimates that approximately 400,000 active component service members and members of the Active Guard Reserve on Title 10 orders have eligible dependents and thus may be eligible for this benefit. Additionally, this benefit is already available to DoD civilians.

Dependent care is vital for maintaining military readiness as it enables service members and DoD civilians alike to focus on their duties with

peace of mind, knowing that their loved ones are receiving quality care.

“The introduction of the DCFSA for military families is a significant milestone in DoD’s ongoing effort to take care of our people. Helping families afford care for their loved ones while pursuing their career goals supports the economic well-being of families and a mission ready force,” said Ashish Vazirani, deputy under secretary of defense for Personnel and Readiness.

“OPM welcomes the opportunity to build on the Defense Department’s existing support of military families,” said OPM Director Kiran Ahuja. “We wholeheartedly back their desire to ensure that military families have access to affordable, high-quality child care. In collaboration with the agency, OPM is expanding eligibility of DCFSAs, under the Federal Flexible Spending Account Program, to military personnel effective Jan. 1, 2024. OPM already provides this important, cost-saving benefit to the Federal civilian employees and looks forward to including military personnel.”

DoD service members will be eligible to enroll in a DCFSA during the annual Federal Open Season from mid-November through mid-December. Specific enrollment beginning and ending dates will be announced

by OPM. See DEPENDANTS, Page 6

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DEPENDANTS

NORTHERN EDGE 23-2

In preparation for the annual Federal Benefits Open Season, DoD has developed educational materials to support service members and families in determining whether a DCFSA will benefit their family. DoD strongly encourages anyone considering a DCFSA to review these educational materials and to seek support from a tax consultant and financial readiness professional before enrollment. Tax and financial readiness consultations are provided at no cost to service members and families through Military OneSource and the DoD Office of Financial Readiness.

To learn more about DCFSAs and to learn how to reach a tax consultant or financial readiness professional, visit Military OneSourceor Office of Financial Readiness.

which enhances our readiness and lethality.”

The large-scale exercise tested participants’ mission capabilities to include command and control, movement and maneuverability, hub and spoke distribution, combat search and rescue and the testing and experimentation of new technology.

From infancy, multilateral partners gave inputs into the operational design of the exercise and continued to participate all the way to its culmination.

“By training with our partners, we learn how to work through some operational challenges as a collective force and get closer to our goal of a truly interoperable, joint and multinational partnership,” said U.S. Air Force Maj. John Della Pia, 18th Operational Support Squadron Wing weapons and tactics chief.

NE 23-2 also achieved the joint force air component commander’s vision by deploying more than 5,000 personnel, 90 fighters and 20 tankers to 10 locations throughout the region.

“Our Airmen essentially deployed – physically moving between different locations, picking up a pack and sleeping bag, showing up to a place that they might not have everything they need and learned how to work through those struggles in real-time,” said U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Scott Darden, 336th Fighter Generation Squadron maintenance project officer during NE 23-2. “The JASDF were great partners and were 100% willing to help and were key to our success.”

An integral aspect of NE 23-2 was exercising distributed operations through a centralized hub and dispersed spokes, demonstrating greater agility and ability to outpace an adversary’s actions and complicate targeting cycles through movement and maneuverability across a wide area.

“Planning and coordinating an exercise on this scale introduces some incredible challenges – in terms of the sheer number of airplanes, the amount of fuel required to keep airplanes flying and the outstanding work of our logistics teams to ensure both our hub and spokes were successful in their missions,” Della Pia said.

The range of operations provided by spoke operations in Hyakuri and Tsuiki Air Bases, allowed additional U.S. Air Force commands to validate new tactics, techniques and procedures.

Such coordination resulted in four F-35A Lightning IIs completing a historic endurance mission by flying for 10 hours before joining allied forces in the air to participate in a tactical training mission over the Indo-Pacific region.

“Northern Edge provides opportunities for us to train like we will fight – as a joint and coalition force,” said U.S. Air Force Capt. Rachel Self, 355th Fighter Squadron F-35A pilot.

Another new capability tested, in conjunction with the Air Mobility Command’s concurrent full spectrum exercise Mobility Guardian 23, was the Real-Time Information in the Cockpit system, that provides intelligence and C2 capabilities to KC-135 Stratotanker crews. This technology provides operations which streamline aircraft tracking and proficiency on-time, on-target across vast distances.

As Kadena AB continues to demonstrate its strategic importance as a hub facilitating multiple, multi-faceted exercises, and continue daily operations to meet mission objectives, the 18th Wing reinforces its vital position to ensuring long-lasting peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

“It’s been a herculean effort to ensure that our daily operations haven’t suffered as a result [of Northern Edge],” Della Pia said. “It’s easy to forget that we have normal operations and taskings that occur daily, and it’s no exception during an operation like this. Team Kadena has been working in overdrive to ensure mission success and they’ve knocked it out the park!”

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Unveiling the heart of an Air Force Chaplain

by SrA Lauren Cobin 6th Air Refueling Wing

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alking through the corridors of a correctional facility on his way to lead service, he would approach the window of a cell, only to be greeted by his own reflection.

“This could be me,” he said. “In some ways with my past journey, it was me. It reminds me of what I needed when I was in a really low place.”

The armed forces community is unique in experiences, service and sacrifice. At the heart of this community stands a beacon of compassion and leadership, who has an unwavering commitment to those he serves.

From his unconventional entry into the military, to the legacy he is building through his son, Air Force Capt. Kory Capps’ story is one of depth, empathy, and the sacred bond between a father, leader and patriot.

Capps, who currently serves as chaplain at MacDill Air Force Base, brought a wealth of experiences to the Air Force as he joined the service later in life.

Before representing the Air Force, he spent 16 years navigating the complexities of a correctional environment as a prison chaplain.

“Everything I learned to do as a chaplain, I learned to do there,” Capps emphasized.

His journey was not one of linear progression, but has been influenced from his own past mistakes and transformation. Capps’ personal experiences of overcoming challenges and hardship has played a significant role in his approach to chaplaincy.

“My faith in Him is at my core,” Capps said. “What He has done in my own journey and my own life, showing up in my places of deepest, darkest hopelessness and pain informs who I am and how I operate.”

The image of his reflection in the cell window always stuck with Capps. Because of this, he carries a deep sense of compassion and recognizes that everyone has a story, often defined by their worst moments.

“Sometimes we are all just one step away from being in a really bad situation,” Capps recalls. “Seeing yourself in others at their lowest and being able to engage with compassion is an experience that shapes me as a person and as a chaplain.”

As Capps transitioned to military service, he highlights that there is no greater honor than to wear the cross on his own uniform.

“It’s reflective of what I believe, but also the pattern and model that I desire to follow,” he said. “I want to embody that kind of compassion and generosity and sacrificial care for people that I believe that this occupational badge actually symbolizes. That means meeting people where they are, no matter what.”

Not only is Capps a chaplain, but a loving father of four children. His journey into fatherhood brought profound changes to his life, as it does for many.

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(Above) A letter written by Adele Capps, a military child, is shown. During her to deployed service members.

(Inset) U.S. Air Force Capt. Kory Capps, a chaplain assigned to the 6th Air R Capps com-missioned into the U.S. Air Force after spending 16 years workin

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Airmen assigned to the 91st and 50th Air Refueling Squadron’s participate in a 9/11 memorial run in Tampa, Sept. 9, 2022. During the event, Airmen ran 9.11 miles to honor the victims of the 9/11 attacks and strengthen group cohesion among both flying squadrons.

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r father’s deployment, Capps would take time each Friday to write letters

Refueling Wing, poses for a photo at MacDill Air Force Base June 1. ng as a chaplain for a prison facility.

U.S. Air Force courtesy photo

Adele Capps, a military child, raises a salute at home. During her father’s deployment, Capps would take time each Friday to write letters to deployed service members.

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taining the Air Force’s advantages over adversaries.

“Change can be uncomfortable,” Brown said. “We have done it before and we can do it again, because the threats we face today leave us with no other choice. If we don’t embrace a culture of change today, we may find ourselves facing an adversary that has.”

To emphasize his point, Brown pointed to July 1942, when Lt. Gen. George Kenney took the helm of the Fifth Air Force in the early days of World War II and faced down a determined enemy equipped with superior aircraft.

“The Fifth was a rag-tag force of what he called a shoestring operation,” Brown said. “His own fighters could not compete with the Japanese fighters since they had longer range, were more maneuverable and had some of the best trained aviators in the world.”

Brown added that in the face of this threat, Kenney needed a solution–and that solution came in the form of innovation.

“General Kenney found a brilliant aviator named ‘Pappy’ Gunn hard at work modifying A-20s turning a light bomber aircraft into one that could strafe,” he said.

“Kenney was so impressed that he put Gunn on his staff.

He gave him the tools that allowed him to innovate and set him loose.”

Gunn’s modified bombers devastated Japanese shipping and crippled their forces in the region, playing a major role in American success in the Philippines and Okinawa.

Next, Brown delved into the changing security landscape and its implications for the future of the Air Force.

“When I became the chief nearly three years ago, I shared my strategic approach Accelerate Change or Lose,” he said. “The United States Air Force is the best See CSAF, Page 11

Photo by Staff Sgt. Mikaley Kline

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., addresses Life Cycle Industry Days conference attendees at the Dayton Convention Center in Dayton, Ohio, July 31. Brown discussed the importance of innovation, change and the importance of collaborating within and throughout in order to succeed.

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Air Force in the world, until it’s not. As the international security landscape changes, we must also change, and we must prepare if we want to preserve our way of life.”

When looking across the security horizon, three things crystallized for Brown: uncontested Air Force dominance is not assured; good enough today will fail tomorrow; and we must collaborate within and throughout to succeed.

Brown wrote Accelerate Change or Lose because he felt the Air Force needed to adapt to a more complex, competitive environment.

“While the threat from outside is like nothing we’ve ever seen, we also have a threat from within,” Brown added. “That threat is inertia or a resistance to change. The threat from within is the inability to adapt to a changing threat landscape.”

Working efficiently with industry partners will play a vital role in developing and sustaining needed Air Force capabilities.

“Along with our industry teammates here today we must design, build, field and sustain the war-winning capabilities needed to prevail tomorrow,” added Brown. “Those capabilities are found in the [Air Force] Operational Imperatives and they are how we are going to shape the future. The change they bring will require all of us here, government and industry, to work together to ensure we remain the world’s best and most capable Air Force.”

Brown ended the speech with a call to action, encouraging others to find their own “Pappy Gunn” to drive change and innovation.

Photo by Staff Sgt. Mikaley Kline

Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Commander Lt. Gen. Shaun Morris provides opening remarks to kick off the Life Cycle Industry Days conference at the Dayton Convention Center in Dayton, Ohio, July 31. LCID draws Air Force and Department of Defense acquisition leaders, major industry defense contractors and prospective suppliers together to discuss the Air Force’s hot topics in acquisitions and challenges of today and tomorrow.

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“The whole world changed when we had kids,” Capps recalls.

He describes parenthood as both rewarding and challenging, and as a constant mirror reflecting his own growth and shortcomings.

This responsibility has opened his eyes to the resilience and endurance displayed by military families, a perspective he deeply appreciates as he watches his own children navigate through life.

He describes his daughter, Adele, as a little patriot. She has only known the world as a military child.

“She has experienced all the deployments, all the TDYs and I have missed a lot of her birthdays,” he reflects. “We have gone through a lot together.”

Recalling his most recent deployment, Capps shared Adele’s profound impact on the team abroad. Adele would write letters to members deployed with her father each Friday, a ritual which became known as “Fridays with Adele.”

Adele shares, “I wrote the letters because I know what it is like with my dad deploying. I know that families can miss each other and I wanted to support them [the service members] while they were missing their families.”

A proud father reflects on his daughter’s words often, “There was never a dry eye.”

The legacy of service runs deep in the Capps family. With his son’s decision to serve, Capps’ perspective on leadership and mentorship expanded on new levels.

“I feel like heritage is a big part of why I joined,” said his son, Karter Capps, a defender assigned to the 66th Security Forces Squadron. “I wouldn’t have joined the Air Force, or even the military in general, if it wasn’t for my dad.”

“I now understand just how hard he works and what it means to be in the United States military,” Karter insists.

Chaplain Capps emphasizes how military leaders are entrusted with the care of the Nation’s most precious assets—people’s sons and daughters. He frequently asks those leaders he mentors, “Would I trust you with my son?”

Drawing wisdom from great leaders before him, Capps shares an influential quote from Sun Tzu, “Treat your soldiers like sons and daughters, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys.”

Capps hopes to encourage leaders to embrace this approach, recognizing the lasting impact they can have on young lives.

Chaplain Kory Capps’ story is a testament to transfor-mation, faith, and service. His unique journey, from civil-ian life to the Air Force, shaped by his roles as a father and mentor, offers a heartfelt insight into the lives of those who serve. With his compassion, wisdom, and dedication, he continues to inspire those around him, leaving a lasting impact.

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support the Air Force mission. This hands-on experience allowed teachers to connect theoretical concepts to real-world applications, enhancing their ability to engage students.

Kerry Shashack, an assistant principal at Tinker, expressed her gratitude, “This tour has given me a new appreciation for the resiliency these children exhibit!”

The teacher immersion tour emphasized the importance of creating an inclusive classroom environment that acknowledges the unique needs of military children. By delving into their world, educators are better equipped to provide the necessary support and nurture their students’ well-being.

A military parent, Airman 1st Class Sterling Sutton, 6th Air Refueling Wing public affairs apprentice, shared her thoughts on the tour, “It’s great to see educators making an effort to understand our children’s lives. This tour will undoubtedly lead to better support for our kids’ education.”

With the anticipation of the 2023-2024upcoming school year, MacDill’s Tinker Teacher immersion not only ignited excitement among educators, but also equipped them with invaluable insights fostering a renewed commitment to creating a nurturing environment for military children.

Photo by Airman 1st Class Sterling Sutton

General Clarence Tinker K-8 School teachers pose for a photo during a tour of MacDill Air Force Base on Aug. 1. Tinker houses approximately 600 students and has been a part of the Hillsborough County Public School district for 71 years.

Be sure to visit the official 6th Air Refueling Wing website at www.macdill.af.mil

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EVENTS

Smash-up Comedy Tour Whether you are a fan of comedy, magic, or just looking for a unique and engaging experience, be sure to catch rePercussion and Derek Hughes in action Sunday, Aug. 20.

This family-friendly show will take place at the MacDill Theater. Doors open at 3:30 p.m.; show starts at 4 p.m. Visit bit.ly/Aug_ComedyTour for event details.

Friday Stampede at Boomers Join the Boomers Stampede every Friday from 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Boomer’s is located inside the Breakaway Event Center with a full bar, multiple screen’s, music, and pool tables. Enjoy complimentary snacks and drink specials every Friday. Visit macdillfss.com/ boomers/ for more details.

Youth flag football registration Do not forget to register your child(ren) for MacDill youth flag football. Registration ends Aug. 25.

Join youth co-ed flag football for an active, fun, and inclusive experience. Current Child and Youth Program members can register through the CYPBMS login. Visit macdillfss.com/youth for pricing, requirements, and non-member registration.

Become a Secret Shopper Get paid to call or visit 6th Force Support Squadron facilities. To learn more, call or email the 6th FSS Marketing Department at 828-2513 or sixfssfsk@gmail.com.

Find more events at: macdillfss.com

The Champ

Photo by Airman 1st Class Derrick Bole

U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Patrick Hamilton, 6th Civil Engineer Squadron airmen dorm leader, is recognized as Champ of the Week by the 6th Air Refueling Wing leadership team at MacDill Air Force Base Aug. 8. Hamilton was recognized for his role in strengthening the relationship between MacDill’s Dorm Council, the Wing Chaplain Corps and the Integrated Resiliency Office ultimately connecting 377 joint service members with resources and tools to bolster the 4 pillars of Comprehensive Airman Fitness.

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

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

Protestant virtual services - Sunday - 11 a.m. (www.facebook.com/6amwhc)

Jewish - Monthly Lunch and Learn: For schedule & to join distro, please contact elimelach.estrin@us.af.mil

www.macdill.af.mil/chapel

Islamic Service - Friday 1:30 p.m. (space reserved)

Catholic Mass - Sunday - 9:30 a.m. (confessions by appointment)

Other Faith Groups - Please contact the Chapel at (813) 828-3621 or via email at 6ARW.HCADMIN@us.af.mil

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