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The Regimental Memorial Chapel hosted a Suicide Prevention Symposium in the assembly room at Fort Eustis March 29 as part of the Unit Ministry Team’s annual training. The training, led by U.S. Army Chap. (Col.) Kenneth Bush, 633rd Air Base Wing deputy chaplain, helped religious counselors become better at dealing with military personnel who are dealing with thoughts of suicide. According to Bush, there have been several suicides at Fort Eustis in the past two years. While Eustis’ numbers are below the percentage compared to other Army installations, one suicide is one too many. In response, the chapel designed the symposium to bring together suicide prevention team members to meet each other, discuss their respective roles and find ways to improve approaches to suicide prevention and inspire more dialogue in the future. “There is a benefit for the team members to meet one another face-to-face,” said Bush. “We hope that everyone involved will learn something about the resources available.” Members from post organizations, including the Behavioral Health Clinic, Army Substance Abuse Program and Military Family Life Consultant, also attended the symposium to discuss the levels of treatment for alcohol and substance abuse and how chaplains can continue coordinating

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U.S. Army Chap. (Col.) Kenneth Bush, 633rd Air Base Wing deputy chaplain, speaks during a suicide prevention symposium at Fort Eustis, March 29.The social gathering promoted an exchange of ideas from chaplains, chaplain assistants and military counseling organizations on how to combat suicide across Fort Eustis.

treatment with their leadership. While some Soldiers are aware of the available avenues, many service members are unfamiliar with the medical and spiritual services provided. Chaplains and chaplain assistants from various units received and provided information on making suicide prevention more readily available for Soldiers, family members and civilians across Fort Eustis.

“We are doing everything we can to improve awareness, and let the Soldiers know that there are outlets,” said Staff Sgt. Guillermo Bellver, 633rd ABW chaplain office support organization NCOIC. “Suicide prevention is a team effort,” said Maj. Tom Allen, 7th Sustainment Brigade chaplain. “It was a neat symposium, and it taught me stuff I didn’t know.”

According to U.S. Army Chap. (Col.) Kenneth Bush (above), 633rd Air Base Wing deputy chaplain, there have been several suicides at Fort Eustis in the past two years. While Eustis’ numbers are below the percentage compared to other Army installations, one suicide is one too many.

Airmen may have erroneous tax documents By Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski 380TH AIR EXPEDITIONARY WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Officials from the Defense Finance and Accounting Service have identified issues with tax-filing information for approximately 30,000 active-duty Airmen throughout the service. Some Airmen were issued Form W2s for 2011 that contained errors due to changes in state-level tax laws. While the discrepancy was originally thought to only affect people in those particular states, experts have discovered the is-

sue has impacted other Airmen as well. “According to DFAS, most of the accounts have been identified and a listing of those affected will be forwarded to major command officials; members who are impacted will receive notification as well,” said Capt. Tracy Busmann, 380th Expeditionary Comptroller Squadron commander. “On a local level, comptroller squadron commanders are doing whatever they can to help people figure out what they need to do next. “The bottom line is everyone needs

to check their W2 through MyPay and see if they’ve been identified as someone who has been affected by the discrepancy,” she added. If someone is identified as having been issued an incorrect W2, they will have a link to their W2C form. The C is a corrected designator, Busmann said. If the affected member has already filed for their taxes, they will need to accomplish an amended tax return. If they paid a tax-preparation service, more than likely, the members will not be reimbursed any fees, Busmann said.

“It’s incredibly unfortunate that this happened, but DFAS figured the issue out before April 15, so people still have time to get their taxes done without having to file for an extension” Busmann said. The captain also reinforced that anyone who is currently deployed automatically qualifies for a deadline extension and has up to 180 days after they redeploy before their taxes will be due. If anyone has any questions about their W2, they should contact their local finance office.

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Absent vigilant and strategic defense, U.S. forces’ dependence on the cyber domain could quickly become its greatest vulnerability, said Air Force Space Command’s top uniformed officer at the CyberFutures Technology and Conference Exposition March 22. Gen. William Shelton addressed attendees at the Air Force Associationsponsored two-day event, describing the criticality of cyberspace capabilities in modern-day warfare and the unprecedented ease in which adversaries can access information. “In this era of networked forces, our networks are our Achilles’ heel,” Shelton said. “For someone with the right brain power, and the right cyber abilities, a cheap laptop and an internet connection is all it takes to become a major player in the domain.” Shelton related the vastness of the Defense Department’s global information grid, which enables U.S. forces to move, store and use massive amounts of data to produce decision-making information for military commanders. “Imagine what a modern adversary could do were they able to run free inside our GIG?” the general asked, adding that the U.S. is the most technologically dependent society in the world and adversaries are probing every possible entry point into the network. “The internet has become so integral to the way our nation does business that it’s almost impossible now to imagine what life was like without it,” Shelton said. The dependence, Shelton explained, stems from the fact that technology has significantly finetuned U.S. forces’ tactics in a relatively short span of time. “Reduction of deployments is enabled by the robust reach-back provided by satellite communications,” Shelton said, adding that global positioning satellites not only provide positional accuracy, but the very pre-

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Gen. William L. Shelton, Air Force Space Command commander, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo., speaks at the Air Force Association CyberFutures Symposium and Technology Exposition at National Harbor, Md., March 22. The conference brings Air Force leadership, industry experts, as well as academia and current cyber security specialists from around the world to discuss the cyber security issues and challenges facing America today.

cise timing that much of cyberspace uses for synchronization. The general also highlighted the precision of guided weapons, which has decreased the number necessary to ship to theater. “Every bit of data that’s passed between assets in any of the warfighting domains – land, maritime, air and space – passes through cyberspace,” he said. That very ubiquity makes cyberspace appealing for a range of adversaries–fromrelativelyunsophisticated individuals to government-sponsored doctorate-level infiltrators, he added. “Cyberspace has become a very attractive target for less developed nations because the cost of admission

to the fight is so low,” Shelton said. “Our networks are probed by unauthorized users at a rate rapidly approaching 10 million times a day.” Shelton said U.S. multi-disciplined cyber experts have taken extensive action to defend its networks and will continue to do so through sustained cyber deterrence. Deterrence has evolved proportionately to military tactics and objectives since the Cold War, Shelton said. “In the Cold War we could clearly point to threats ... older systems took years to design and were so costly and complex that only a few countries could afford them.” SEE CYBER PAGE 5

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CYBER FROM PAGE 4 Cyber deterrence will now be implemented in several ways to ensure dominance, Shelton said, citing the cyberspace superiority core function master plan designed to predict the state of cyber 20 years from now and develop a roadmap to get there. He acknowledged the difficulty in forecasting cyber even 20 months from now and reminded attendees that the iPad was widely released only less than two years ago. “Our priorities include automating passive defenses to be able to operate at the speed of networks, expanding our defensive counter capabilities, and focusing our cyber (intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance),” Shelton said. According to Shelton, AFSPC priorities also entail developing more robust situational awareness, enabling persistent network operations, implementing data confidentiality and integrity systems and establishing the cyberspace air and space operations center at 24th Air Force at Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. “We absolutely must ensure that every single device that touches the Air Force network is properly certified and accred-

“There are walls within walls, shelves within shelves and controls looking for problems inside every layer. Not long ago, many defenses would let you know a threat just got past them; now many threats are stopped at the perimeter and then either dissolved and quarantined or watched to see what they can do and who sent them.” — Gen. William Shelton Air Force Space Command commander, Peterson Air Force Base, Colo. ited ... and we need to make sure every single person who uses the net is appropriately trained to understand the urgent requirement for security across the entire enterprise,” he said. Once the general and his team are confident in the establishment of a stronger defense, the move toward offensive operations will begin, Shelton said, adding that the command plans to considerably mature the thought of how cyberspace is governed across the enterprise. The general told attendees that the command’s priority project is the cyber domain’s pending upgrade and integration to a single centralized Air Force network, which currently has16 regional gateways.

Shelton added that progress is in the 20 percent range with a projected completion date of the fall of 2013. “That timeline is pretty ambitious, but we really need to get there quickly because a centrally administered network will help us maintain much better command and control,” Shelton said. “It will also give us significantly heightened awareness of what’s going on inside and outside the network.” Shelton explained that while the Air Force executes the basic blocking and tackling that everyone should do on their personal computers such as patches, firewalls, and antivirus software, the service’s cyber teams have gone several steps be-

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yond with sensors throughout the network to detect and flag intrusions. “There are walls within walls, shelves within shelves and controls looking for problems inside every layer,” Shelton said. “Not long ago, many defenses would let you know a threat just got past them; now many threats are stopped at the perimeter and then either dissolved and quarantined or watched to see what they can do and who sent them.” The general noted the need to prioritize and protect the essentials and related the complexities of shifting from traditional cyber defense to a strategy of resilience and intrusion-tolerant networks – with even more analysis required for classified networks. The tasks at hand, the general said, are still more perplexing in today’s constrained fiscal environment, sparking the need to consider multiple contract sources to help control prices. “With increasing pressure on our resources, we have to squeeze the maximum value out of every dime we get entrusted to us by the taxpayer,” Shelton said. “I’m interested in finding and exploiting efficiencies in each and every contract we levy ... and desktop service is no exception.”

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The Army Training and Doctrine Command Band share their musical instruments with the children from the Fort Eustis Pershing Child Development Center April 2.TheTRADOC Band came out to show their support for National Child Abuse Prevention Month. RIGHT: Children plant a pinwheel garden outside the CDC in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Prevent Child Abuse Virginia introduced the pinwheel as a new symbol for child abuse prevention.

Fort Eustis takes the lead on Child Abuse Prevention Month By Tetaun Moffett 633RD AIR BASE WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The Army Training and Doctrine Command Band play fun melodies for the children in the parking lot at Fort Eustis Pershing Child Development Center.

Annually during the month of April the nation observes Child Abuse Prevention Month. Weekly special events and observances are held to recognize how various communities can play their part in promoting the social and emotional well-being of children and families. On April 2, Fort Eustis children from the Pershing Child Development Center planted a pinwheel garden to being this year’s observance. According to A.J. Brandt, Family Advocacy Outreach manager, The Family Advocacy Program works diligently each year to support the Child Abuse Prevention Month. “Child Abuse Prevention Month brings awareness to the community regarding the prevention of child abuse through activities and programs. Each member of our community can play an important role in the life of a child by reporting any suspected child abuse and/or neglect to keep our chil-

“Everyday life brings about stress of the economy, jobs and deployed spouses but child abuse should never be tolerated. Children are a gift and as a family it’s our duty to protect them from being abused or mistreated.” — Judith Talbot Fort Eustis family member

dren safe,” said Brandt. Promoting prevention is the best hope for reducing child abuse and neglect and improving the lives of children and families. “I faithfully try to provide my time and support during this month. It is very important that we all get involved, “said Judith Talbot, a family member. “Everyday life brings about stress of the economy, jobs and deployed spouses but child abuse should never be tolerated. Children are a gift and as a family it’s our duty to protect them from being abused or mistreated.” Strengthening families and pre-

venting child abuse requires a shared commitment of individuals and organizations in every community. As the kick-off continued children from various CDC classes danced and paraded around the parking lot while they enjoyed myriad of music selections from the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band. In addition, April 13, 9:30 a.m. at the CDC on Madison, Fort Eustis Soldiers will be reading a Dr. Seuss story to selected classes. For more information on upcoming events and programs for the month, contact the Family Advocacy Program at 878-0805.

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Celebrating children, one pinwheel at a time Photo by Staff Sgt. Antoinette Gibson LEFT: U.S. Air Force Capt. Michael Hayhurst, 633rd Air Base Wing chaplain, helps children plant pinwheels outside the Child Development Center at Langley Air Force Base April 2. In celebration of Child Abuse Prevention Month and Month of the Military Child, each child planted a pinwheel, representing a child who deserves to be loved. RIGHTTOP: Caitlin Chapman, 4, cheers on her spinning pinwheel with classmates before planting it outside the Child Development Center. RIGHT BOTTOM: Alona Kinlochk, 5, and Amaya Johnson, 4, play with their pinwheels before planting them.

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The secretary said Air Force leaders have made hard choices during the current budget cycle to closely align the Air Force’s fiscal 2013 budget proposal with the new defense strategic guidance and comply with the requirements of the Budget Control Act. The act calls for a defense budget reduction of $487 billion over the next 10 years. Among these difficult decisions are proposed force structure changes, which call for the reduction of 286 aircraft over the Future Years Defense Plan. The reductions include 123 fighter jets, 133 mobility aircraft and 30 intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance platforms, Donley said. “Fighter, mobility and other force structure changes have been strategy-driven based on changed requirements,” he said. “We’ve carefully balanced our active and reserve component changes to make sure that we can meet the demanding operational tempos, including both surge and rotational requirements, that are part of the current and projected strategic environment.” Even though changes are being made, the Total Force mission remains the same, Stenner said. SEE RESERVE PAGE 11

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Spring is here at last. With its beautiful sunshine and refreshing breeze, motorcycle enthusiasts are ready to throw off the tarps and take off for work on their bikes. Before any rider goes out, strapping on the appropriate gear and reviewing the rules and regulations per Air Force Instructions and state laws is a must. To get ready for the riding season, Airmen from the 30th Intelligence Squadron participated in a Motorcycle Safety Rally March 26. “We thought it would be fun,â€? said Master Sgt. Galen Andrews, who organized the event. “We wanted to get the motorcycle community together.â€? Andrews put on a show with a total of 35 bikes making it to the showing grounds outside the 497th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group building. Approximately 150 participants took part in the safety-minded event. Along with numerous safety brieďŹ ngs on changes to Air Force policy and general safety tips from experienced riders, the 30th IS commander picked a sports bike and a cruiser as his personal favorites, and gave the owners a day off. In addition to the prize from the commander, there was a competition for best

in show for sport bikes and cruisers by vote. Rally guests voted for their favorite bike in either category. In addition to bragging rights, the winners took home shining gold trophies. “The biggest thing I took away was safety,â€? said Tech. Sgt. Kevin Moore, a sports bike participant with the 735th Supply Chain Operations Group. “Something so recreational can be dangerous.â€? Moore’s 2007 Honda CBR 1000 had a modiďŹ ed exhaust and a portable DVD player wired into the bike frame. The 30th IS’ Master Sgt. Casey Moninger won the best cruiser award for his rare 2006 Cory Ness custom Jackpot. “Sergeant Andrews did a great job organizing the event,â€? applauded Moninger. Staff Sgt. Kio Smith shared similar sentiments. “It was eye-opening,â€? Smith said of the availability of personal protective gear for riders. Andrews said he has other events in mind for the season and hopes to end the motorcycle season with a group ride-out in honor of wounded warriors. For speciďŹ c information concerning each branch’s respective rules concerning motorcycles, call the Langley AFB safety ofďŹ ce at 764-5058, or the Fort Eustis ofďŹ ce at 878-3740.

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of the new service budget proposal, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But there still is no doubt, none whatsoever, that the investments in the reserve components were, and remain, smart and essential investments in overall readiness, capability, as well as surge and rotational requirements,â&#x20AC;? Schwartz said. Acknowledging that an evolving force will bring challenges, Stenner said he is conďŹ dent in the important role the Air Force Reserve will play in the future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Where you see challenges, there are opportunities,â&#x20AC;? Stenner said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If we open the aperture to opportunity and embrace the ďŹ&#x201A;uid changes, we will have a strong future in the mission of a global and Total Force.â&#x20AC;?

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“The worst phrase on the planet I can think of is ‘Do more with h less.’ To me that is the battle cry of a hollow force, and that is the last thing we can afforrd right now. As we adjust to the fiscal realities that face us, I’ll do everything I can to make sure that nothing hollows our force. The key for you is to focus on the mission that needs to o get done. We are going to make sure the most critical parts of our mission, the things wee absolutely must do for mission success, are going to get done.” — Gen. Mike Hostage Airr Combat Command commander

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U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Hostage, commander of Air Combat Command, observes as Lt. Col. Brian Kelly, 27th Fighter Squadron assistant director of operations, demonstrates the use of a GPS inside of a T-38 Talon March 27 at Langley Air Force Base. Hostage toured various units and work centers of the 1st Fighter Wing during his immersion at Joint Base Langley-Eustis.

U.S. Army Col.Thomas R.Wetherington, left, 733rd Mission Support Group and Army Support Activity commander, and U.S.Air Force Col. Korvin Auch, right, 633rdAir BaseWing commander, identify significant buildings to Gen. Mike Hostage, commander of Air Combat Command, while taking a train ride at Fort Eustis March 29. Hostage visited Joint Base Langley-Eustis to assess the condition of the facilities and personnel.

David Hanselman, Eustis Tran nsportation Museum director, gives Kristin Auch, center, wife of U.S. Air Force F Col. Korvin Auch, 633rd Air Base Wing commander, and Kathy Hosta age, wife of Gen. Mike Hostage, commander of Air Combat Command, a tour of the museum during COMACC’s tour of Joint Base Langley-Eus stis at Fort Eustis March 29.The commanders’ wives joined them as the ey toured both installations of JBLE.

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U.S. Air Force Gen. Mike Hostage, commander of Air Combat Command, addresses the men and women of Joint Base Langley-Eustis during a commander’s call at Langley Air Force Base March 28. Hostage addressed several concerns expressed by Airmen in a question-andanswer session and stated his vision for the future of ACC.

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The commander of Air Combat Command spent three days visiting organizations at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va., to become familiar with their missions and operations. Gen. Mike Hostage’s visit March 27-29 included breakfast with junior Airmen at the Crossbow dining facility, an in-depth look at F-22 Raptor and T-38 Talon operations on the Langley Air Force Base flightline, and a day at Fort Eustis touring facilities such as the 3rd Port, Hank Yards and U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command. Hostage said he was thoroughly impressed with the teamwork shown across the entire spectrum of the 633rd Air Base Wing. “Geographically, this is one of the more challenging locations for joint basing. With that said, I’m very impressed with the strength of the relationship between both installations,” said Hostage. “Clearly Colonel Auch (633rd ABW commander) has the right sight picture, and I think his organization has the right idea about how they are supporting Joint Base Langley-Eustis. It’s not about supporting the Air Force or the Army; it’s about supporting the team, which is the right way to look at it.” Hostage, who took command of ACC in September 2011, is on his third assignment at Langley. In his opinion, the base is in great shape, and the services on both bases are world class. “The 633rd is a new construct; it wasn’t here when I was here before,” said Hostage, describing how the 1st Fighter Wing used to be responsible for all aspects of support. “Now, the 1st Fighter Wing is able to focus more on its fundamental mission of providing combat airpower, and the intelligence wings are able to focus on their end of the mission. The 633rd Air Base Wing holds it all together, and acts as the backbone for the whole organization.” Hostage’s immersion at JBLE was also an opportunity for him to share his perspective and the way ahead for ACC. Hostage addressed a capacity crowd of Airmen and civilians at the base Static Display Hangar March 28, and covered a wide variety of key Air Force issues. “It’s a real privilege for me to be a part

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of Air Combat Command. I’ve been in the business of conventional, air combat for 35 years, and to finally get to be here as commander is a real honor. I take it very seriously, and I enjoy every bit of it,” Hostage said. One of the main concerns during the all call was how the current budget will affect operations. Hostage took several questions from the audience, and said his focus is to make sure we have a fully-effective combat force. “The worst phrase on the planet I can think of is ‘Do more with less.’ To me that is the battle cry of a hollow force, and that is the last thing we can afford right now. As we adjust to the fiscal realities that face us, I’ll do everything I can to make sure that nothing hollows our force,” Hostage said. “The key for you is to focus on the mission that needs to get done. We are going to make sure the most critical parts of our mission, the things we absolutely must do for mission success, are going to get done.” The commander also took time to emphasize the important role of all Airmen, regardless of career field specialty, in the continued success of ACC. “Whether you’re flying airplanes or dropping ordnance at the tip of the spear, whether you’re driving a fuel truck to put gas on an airplane, fixing the avionics on that airplane, or feeding the Airmen out there, you are all a critical part of the mission,” Hostage said. “Understand that whatever you do connects to our fundamental mission,

which is to produce combat airpower for the United States.” In his previous position as the commander of U.S. Air Forces Central Command, Hostage spent two years leading Airmen who provided the air component for joint operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and other places in the region. He said that assignment gave him a great appreciation of the Air Force’s true capability. “Any time I needed a capability, I picked up the phone and got what I needed, when I needed it. It was fully effective, and it made airpower what our joint partners needed it to be,” Hostage said. “As we move forward, my job here in Air Combat Command, and all of your collective jobs with me, is to organize, train and equip to make sure we have fully-effective combat forces when we get the nation’s call to go forward.” The recently released 2012 ACC Strategic Plan is Hostage’s guidance for developing and managing the capabilities required to deliver combat airpower for the nation. In the forward, he said advancing the proud heritage of providing combat airpower will require a delicate balance of preserving current capabilities, while preparing to meet the challenges of the future. “We must, and I have full confidence that we will, continue ACC’s magnificent record of achievement and excellence in securing the high ground, and delivering dominant combat airpower for America.”

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Kenneth Kerns, 633rd Medical Operations Squadron medical technician, performs a blood pressure check on Elizabeth Rainville during the Retiree Health Fair March 30, at Langley Air Force Base.

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Retirees from the Joint Base Langley-Eustis community received medical care and information during the inaugural Retiree Health Fair March 30, 2012, at the USAF Hospital Langley Internal Medicine Clinic at Langley Air Force Base, Va. Retirees 62 and older previously enrolled in TRICARE were eligible to enroll in TRICARE PRIME, receive initial evaluations, medical information, and routine health care. The Internal Medicine clinic led the event with assistance from 11 individual clinics, the Health and Wellness Center, and TRICARE. Doctors, physician assistants, medical technicians, and nurses volunteered at the fair. With more than 150 visitors, the staff had plenty of opportunities to use their skills and expertise. “What we hope to accomplish is to get people to come back to Langley for their medical needs,” said Tech. Sgt. Courtney

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Leahy, 633rd Medical Operations Squadron Internal Medicine noncommissioned officer in charge. “The best part for me is seeing the patients come in and receive all this great information.” Lt. Col. Maria Melendez, 633rd MDOS Internal Medicine and specialty clinics flight commander, said she believes when patients return to Langley AFB for their medical needs, it benefits not only the pa-

tients, but the service members on staff. Airmen can perform their duties and stay proficient in their specialties while serving the retiree community. “As we increase our currency platform with our specialty doctors and clinics and bringing our over 62 year old patients back will assist in keeping up our wartime skills,” said Melendez. “As our members deploy, their skills will be cur-

rent and ready for combat.” Patients with severe or multiple medical problems are encouraged to make an appointment with the Internal Medicine clinic. The clinic treats patients experiencing a variety of conditions, such as cardiovascular, metabolic, hematologic, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, neuromuscular, renal and rheumatologic diseases. For patients with medical conditions beyond internal medicine can be seen jointly with a sub-specialist. “We value all of our patients and we are working hard to meet their needs and expectations,” said Col. Jerry Wizda, 633rd MDOS commander. To schedule an appointment with the Internal Medicine clinic, contact the Hampton Roads Appointment line at 1-866-6454584, 757-225-7630 or DSN 575-7630. Couldn’t make it to the fair or in need of additional information? USAF Hospital Langley will host a Medical Group Health Fair for all TRICARE enrollees April 27 from 3 to 6 p.m., and April 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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AnAirman 1st Class from the 735th Supply Chain Operations Group was courtmartialed March 13 for using cocaine. A military judge conducted a special court-martial, where the Airman was charged with two specifications of wrongfully using cocaine. The Airman pled guilty, and was found guilty of the charges and specifications. The Airman was sentenced to six months confinement, reduction to the grade of E-1, forfeiture of $400 pay per month for six months and a reprimand. The Airman is now subject to discharge in accordance with Air Force Instruction 36-3208 for drug abuse. Capt. Eric Morley, 633rd Air Base Wing Judge Advocate Military Justice chief, said there have been several courts martial for drug use at Langley AFB over the past year, including a summary court martial for use of Spice. “If you are going to be tempted to use illegal drugs, get help before you make a decision that will devastate your life,” said Morley. “Drug use is not compatible with military service.” In addition to illegal drugs, the Air Force and other military services will expand their drug testing to include testing for commonly abused prescription

“If you are going to be tempted to use illegal drugs, get help before you make a decision that will devastate your life. Drug use is not compatible with military service.” — Capt. Eric Morley 633rd Air Base Wing Judge Advocate Military Justice chief drugs beginning May 1, 2012. “The new drug testing capabilities will screen for more prescription drugs to ensure Airmen are not abusing painkillers and other substances,” said Morley. “Also, the Air Force Drug Lab is implementing full Spice testing capability.” “Abuse of prescription drugs is the fastest growing drug problem in the United States, and unfortunately, this trend is reflected in the military services,” said Maj. Gen. Thomas W. Travis, Deputy Air Force Surgeon General. “While pain medications are highly effective in alleviating suffering from injuries, they are dangerous and potentially addictive when used outside medical supervision.” Taking controlled medications in a manner other than how they were prescribed

poses a risk to the person's health and safety and can put others at risk as well. Prescription medications should be taken only for the purposes for which they were prescribed and at the dose and frequency prescribed. Additionally, Airmen are reminded never to take a medication prescribed to someone else. The policy being addressed is not new to Air Force personnel. In accordance with Air Force guidance and existing law, the knowing use of any prescription or over-the-counter medications in a manner contrary to their intended medical purpose or in excess of the prescribed dosage may have negative health consequences and may also violate the Uniform Code of Military Justice. The Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program, AFI 44-121, provides limited protections under certain circumstances for voluntary disclosure of prior drug use or possession to unit commanders, first sergeants, a substance abuse evaluator, or a military medical professional. Once an Airman has been ordered to provide a urine sample as part of the drug testing program, any disclosure is not considered to be voluntary. “Using drugs while in the military is not worth the risk for Airmen,” said Morley. “From the loss of your career, to jail time, to the consequences of an unfavorable discharge or conviction; it is just not worth it.”

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■ April 20 – Warwick Pier Restoration, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Volunteers registering by close of business today will receive a free t-shirt. For more information, call 878-4123, ext. 227 or 308.

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The Fort Eustis Regimental Memorial Chapel will hold its Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday at 6:30 a.m. on the chapel’s side lawn. In case of inclement weather, the service will take place inside the chapel’s sanctuary. For more information, call 878-1316.

The Fort Eustis Housing Referral Office will sponsor a Home Buying Seminar on April 17, 6 to 8:30 p.m. and a Home Selling Seminar on April 19, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Both seminars will take place at the Civil Engineer Division conference room in Bldg. 1407, Washington Blvd. They are free and open to the public. Industry experts will include a realtor, mortgage lender, attorney and home inspector. Please RSVP at least 3 business days prior to attending the seminar of your choice. To register, call 878-2977/5687/5579.

The Soldier and Family Assistance Center has scheduled the DMV2Go van to visit Fort Eustis on Monday andTuesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Department of Motor Vehicle’s van is handicapped-accessible and features a full service customer service center. It will be located in the parking lot of Bldg. 601, Hines Circle. For more information, call Linda McClellan at 878-6900.

Car Wash upgrades The Fort Eustis Car Wash (located across from the Fire Station on Jackson Avenue) will be temporarily closed for 2 to 3 weeks starting Monday. The car wash will undergo extensive maintenance and equipment repairs and upgrades. For more information, call 878-5440.

Easter egg hunts The Groninger Library will host the following Easter Egg Hunts: ■ Tuesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. (Child Development Center and the post community, ages 2-6). ■ Wednesday, 9:30 to 11 a.m. (School Age Services and the post community, ages 6 and up) and 2 to 4 p.m. (all ages). For more information, call 878-5017.

Earth Day events Earth Day, April 22, is a time to celebrate gains that we have made and create new visions to accelerate environmental progress. The community is invited to take action and join us in the following Earth Day volunteer events taking place on Joint Base Langley-Eustis: ■ April 16 – Storm Drain Medallion Installation (throughout post), 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Nature Trail Clean-up, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. ■ April 17 – Retention Pond Plantings (Bldg. 887), 9 to 11 a.m. ■ April 19 – Box Turtle Survey (Training Areas 1 and 2), 9 to 11:30 a.m.

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Pines Golf Course ■ Golf Shop Sale – Celebrate spring during the Golf Shop Sale on April 18. Enjoy 15 percent off all golf shirts and bags and 30 percent off select golf clubs. Take advantage of bundle packages that include free golf; members will receive an additional 10 percent off all sale merchandise. ■ Get Golf Ready – Join the Get Golf Ready Program and be ready to play in 5 days. The Pines offers classes all year for beginners, families, ladies, and advanced golfers. The cost is $99. For more information, call 878-2252.

Resume Writing Workshop The Soldier and Family Readiness Center will hold a Resume Writing Workshop on April 20 from 9 a.m. to noon in Bldg. 650, Monroe Ave. Come and create or transform your resume to make the most of your work experience, learn relevant strategies, select proper formats and overcome gaps. The workshop is free and open to the entire military community. To register, call 878-3638/3042.

Volunteer Awards Ceremony The annual Fort Eustis Volunteer Recogni-

tion and Awards Ceremony will take place on April 20 at 1 p.m. at the Fort Eustis Club. Award categories will include Soldier Volunteer of the Year, Single Soldier Volunteer of the Year, Family Member Volunteer of the Year, Civilian Volunteer of the Year, Youth Volunteer of the Year, Retiree Volunteer of the Year and Volunteer Family of the Year. The Commander’s Gold Award for Community Service will also be presented to a unit or organization on Fort Eustis that has contributed outstanding community service for Fort Eustis and/or the surrounding community. For more information, contact Donna Cloy at 878-3129 or email donna.g.cloy.civ@mail.mil.

Army Technology Exhibit The Fort Eustis community is invited to attend the GovTech: Army Technology Exhibit April 27 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Fort Eustis Club. More than 40 high-tech organizations from across the U.S. and Canada will be exhibiting and demonstrating their latest products and services at this free event. For more information, call 878-5700.

5K run/walk and 10K run The Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis is sponsoring a 5K Run/Walk and 10K Run on April 28 at 8 a.m. to benefit local Wounded Warriors. This event will begin in the Anderson Field House area and continue around Fort Eustis and the James River (10K only). The course is flat and very scenic. Registrations received through April 27 are $25 (5K run/walk); $30 (10K run); and $50 (both). Race day registrations are $30 (5K run/walk); $35 (10K run); and $55 (both). Preregistration packet pick-ups will take place April 27 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Anderson Field House, Bldg. 643, Dickman St. Register online at www.active.com or download a race/walk form at www.spousesclubofforteustis.com. If you would like to volunteer, sponsor or contribute, please email spousesclubofforteustis@yahoo.com or call Dawn Stewart at 369-1994 or Kate Dunbar at (910) 257-0027.

Volunteers needed The Spouses’ Club of Fort Eustis is seeking volunteers to work in the Consignment Shop on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Volunteers can work every week, bi-monthly, monthly or on-call. For more information, please stop by the Consignment Shop in Bldg. 671, Lee Blvd., call 887-0190 or visit http://spousesclubofforteustis.com.

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Friday, 7 p.m. No show Saturday, 2 p.m. Wanderlust (R) George and Linda are an overextended and stressedout Manhattan couple. After George is downsized out of his job, they find themselves with only one option: to move in with George’s awful brother in Atlanta. On the way there, George and Linda stumble upon Elysium, an idyllic community populated by colorful characters who embrace a different way of looking at things. Money? It can’t buy happiness. Careers? Who needs them? Clothes? Only if you want them. Saturday, 7 p.m. Act ofValor (R) A Navy SEAL squad goes on a covert mission to recover a kidnapped CIA agent and in the process takes down a complex web of terrorist cells determined to strike America at all costs. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure. Sunday, 2 p.m. No show Movie synopsis and show time information is available online at www.shopmyexchange.com/ReelTimeTheaters/Movies-Eustis.htm.

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LAFBCommunity Chapel marriage seminar The Langley Chapel presents “A Peacemaking Mission,” scheduled for May 3 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Langley Club. Whether you have a good marriage that you want to make better, or you are hanging on by a thread, this seminar can transform your marriage. The chapel is sponsoring this one-day event at no cost to Team JBLE and their families. Come with or without your spouse. Lunch is provided, and the event is open to everyone. Alternate Duty Location authorized for GS civilians. Join us for a fun-filled event to connect with your spouse and learn effective ways to have a thrilling marriage. You'll leave with a fresh perspective and step by step details on “A Peacemaking Mission.” Register by calling 764-7847 or email Ch. (Capt.) Tara Dixon at tara.dixon@langley.af.mil.

MPS customer service scheduler Langley AFB’s MPS Customer Service has a new appointment scheduling system. It is DMDC's Appointment Scheduler, accessed via the RAPIDS Site Locator. It is important to note, the ability to make an appointment will now be available to anyone who has web access, and not just those working on Langley. Appointments are for issuing ID cards, DEERs transactions, citizenship applications, SGLI/FSGLI, and any other actions done by the MPS Customer Service (except Passport/Visa applications). Anyone interested in scheduling an appointment can easily do so by accessing the RAPIDS Site Locator at the following link: https://rapids-appointments.dmdc.osd.mil/appointment/building.aspx?BuildingId=573. The link is also listed on Customer Service's SharePoint site. Walk-in service will remain available. For more information, contact the MPS Customer Service office at 764-2270.

Operational status hotline The 633rd Air Base Wing Public Affairs office recently stood up a new hotline to announce operational status updates for both Langley AFB and Fort Eustis. JBLE personnel can call 1 (800) 553-3302 for updates due to severe weather causing base closures, delayed reporting or early dismissal. For more information, call the 633rd ABW PA office at Langley AFB at 764-5701, or Fort Eustis at 878-4920.

Caring for People Forum You are invited to the second annual Langley AFB Caring for People forum, scheduled for May 2 at the Community Center. Active-duty, guard/reserve, family members, retirees, and civilians are all welcome to participate, where

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Submit LAFB Community announcements to pw@militarynews.com they can express concerns or suggestions on the following topics: Special Needs Family Member Support; Guard/Reserve Support; Family Support/Teen Support; Health and Wellness Support; Deployment Support; and Single Airman Support/Unaccompanied Housing. Registration is required. For more information, contact Ursula Santiago at Ursula.santiago@langley.af.mil, or Cindi Moyer at Cindi.moyer@langley.af.mil, at the Airman and Family Readiness Center, or call 764-3990.

Special duty assignment briefing If you’ve ever wanted to recruit sharp individuals into the Air Force as an Air Force Recruiter, mold civilians into Airmen as an Air Force Military Training Instructor, lead transitioning Airmen as a Military Training Leader, or educate Airmen as a Professional Military Education Instructor, the AETC Special Duty Briefing Team can answer any questions you may have concerning these challenging and rewarding careers. The team will brief on all aspects of special duty opportunities Tuesday at 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the MPF Building, Room 203. Spouses are highly encouraged to attend. Senior airmen with at least 35 months Time in Service (TIS) through master sergeants with less than 16 years Total Active Federal Military Service (TAFMS) may be eligible to apply and are encouraged to attend the briefing. Since each specialty has some varied rank needs and requirements the briefing is open to everyone at the installation. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Joel Jimenez, the 633rd Air Base Wing Career Assistance Advisor, at 225-5070.

First sergeant applicants sought The first sergeant is a time-honored and highly rewarding special duty position rich in custom and tradition. Each Senior NCO selected as a first sergeant is entrusted with a great deal of responsibility. They work closely with commanders and command chiefs to prepare our enlisted force to execute the wing, base and Air Force missions. Highly-motivated master sergeant's and master sergeant selects with exceptional leadership and managerial skills interested in becoming a first sergeant must be able to attain 36 months retainability, speak distinctively without speech impediments, meet Air Force physical fitness standards with an 75 or above (documented in AF Portal within 60 days of the application), and not have physical profile of PU LHES 333231 or an assignment limitation code of C-2 or C-3. Additionally, they must be financially stable, must not have or bear the appearance of personal, marital, or family prob-

lems that could detract from their ability to effectively serve as a first sergeant. Completion of the SNCO Academy in residence course is required as well a minimum General AQE score of 62 or Administrative AQE score of 41. SNCOs selected as first sergeants are placed on a three year controlled tour at their first base of assignment for stability to the member, family, and base. Once assigned to a first sergeant billet they receive $150 a month in special duty pay. SNCOs that exemplify the AF core values that wish to guide and mentor our enlisted corps as a first sergeant should contact their unit first sergeant or command chief. Visit the first sergeant briefing at the MPF Building, Room 203 from 2 to 2:30 p.m. for more information.

Young Adult Bible Study The Langley Chapel will host a Young Adult Bible Study and fellowship every Thursday from 9 to 11 p.m. for dependent family members, ages 18-25, at the Bethel Chapel RE Center. The study will be on, "Who is God,” by Francis Chan. The RE Center is located on 1st Street across from Bethel Chapel. For more information, call David Rasbold at 764-0992/254-2944.

ANG Recruiter office relocation The Air National Guard In-Service Recruiting Office has relocated from the Career Development Center to Bldg. 329 in room 113 on Holly St. Building 329 is located across the street from the Base Civil Engineering Complex. For more information, contact Master Sgt. Tamika Covington at 764-9995 or email tamika.covington2@langley.af.mil.

AFAS after-hours coverage The American Red Cross will provide emergency Air Force Aid Society (AFAS) after-hours coverage. Note that this is for afterhour emergencies only, and not routine daily financial assistance. The A&FRC will continue to cover AFAS cases during their normal duty hours, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Servicemembers seeking emergency financial assistance after duty hours are required to call toll-free 1-877-272-7337, and will be assisted by an American Red Cross representative. Calls for assistance can be made by the requesting service member or first sergeant/commander. After-hours AFAS services are limited to urgent situations that cannot wait for normal duty hours such as electronictickets for emergency travel. For more information, call the A&FRC at 764-3990.

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Friday, 7 p.m. Act of Valor (R) A Navy SEAL squad goes on a covert mission to recover a kidnapped CIA agent and in the process takes down a complex web of terrorist cells determined to strike America at all costs. Inspired by true events, the film combines stunning combat sequences, up-to-the minute battlefield technology and heart-pumping emotion for the ultimate action adventure. Saturday, 2 p.m. Act of Valor (R) Saturday, 7 p.m. Wanderlust (R) George and Linda are an overextended and stressedout Manhattan couple. After George is downsized out of his job, they find themselves with only one option: to move in with George’s awful brother in Atlanta. On the way there, George and Linda stumble upon Elysium, an idyllic community populated by colorful characters who embrace a different way of looking at things. Money? It can’t buy happiness. Careers? Who needs them? Clothes? Only if you want them. Sunday, 2 p.m. No show Movie synopsis and show time information is available online at www.shopmyexchange. com/ReelTimeTheaters/MoviesLangley.htm.

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Submit Outside The Gate announcements to pw1@militarynews.com the beauty and wonder of 84 million acres of the world’s most spectacular scenery, historic places and cultural treasures for free. From ranger-led hikes and kayak trips to camping and exploring, park visitors can plan their National Park Week activities at www.nationalparkweek.org. Learn about special events for visitors of all ages, how to share your park adventure with other travelers and how to support the parks.

Easter Eggstravaganza Sandy Bottom Nature Park will host its annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This event is open to children ages 3-12. There will be 20 egg hunts, food, and arts and crafts.The cost is $5 per child. Participants are asked to meet at the Nature Center; the park is located at 1255 Big Bethel Rd., Hampton. For more information, call 825-4834.

Easter Sunrise Service Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story will host its 85th annual Easter Sunrise Service on Sunday at 6:30 a.m. at the historic Cape Henry Memorial Cross on Fort Story.The service site is historically rich, dating back more than four hundred years since the first settlers came ashore on April 26, 1607. The on-site memorial cross was erected in 1935 by the Daughters of the American Colonists to commemorate the raising of a cross by the first settlers. The public is invited to participate in this annual event. For more information, call 422-7665.

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admission weekend will take place Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Come out and experience the center’s grand opening weekend exhibitions including “WhoWe Are,” “College Student Juried Exhibition” and the interactive “Hands on for Kids” gallery. ■ Art in Words: Ekphrasis Poetry for Teens – Ekphrasis poetry is essentially responding to art through words. Students with any level of creative writing experience (or none at all) will enjoy this workshop on Saturday and April 14 and 21 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. We will pick 1-2 pieces of artwork in the current Pfac exhibits, briefly discuss the artist’s work, intentions and the medium itself, and then create a poem of 10 lines or more.The cost is $60 for Pfac members and $75 for non-members; class size is limited to 12 students. To register, call 5968175 or visit www.pfac-va.org. Pfac is located at 101 Museum Dr., in the Mariner’s Museum Park, Newport News. The center is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. Admission is free the first weekend of each month. Regular admission (tickets valid 7 days) is $7.50 (adults); $6 (seniors, students, active-duty military and AAA members); $4 (children ages 6-12); and free for children ages 5 and under. For more information, call 596-8175 or visit www.pfac.va.org.

to 7 p.m. Volunteer staff will be available to answer questions about volunteer positions, shifts and application procedures.Teens ages 15 and up can volunteer in areas including astronomy, summer classes, the museum store and both indoor and outdoor exhibits. The early application deadline is April 16; final deadline is May 13. To download an application, visit www.thevlm.org. The Virginia Living Museum is located at 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. in Newport News. Hours are Monday thru Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, noon to 5 p.m. For more information, call 534-7472.

Civil War Re-enactment Visit the Endview Plantation on April 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and see the sights and sounds of Civil War battles as hundreds of reenactors converge to recreate battles fought 150 years ago during the Peninsula Campaign. Featured battles will include “Assault of the Red Redoubt,” “Seven Pines” and the “Battle of Williamsburg.” Civil War-era music will be performed by the Liberty Hall Fifes and Drums. Gates open at 10 a.m. each day. The cost is $7 per person; free for children under 7. House tours will be available at a reduced price; tours begin at 10 a.m. and continue every half hour until 3:30 p.m. (closed during the battles). Endview Plantation is located at 362 Yorktown Rd., Newport News. For more information, call 887-1862 or visit www.endview.org.

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apply for federal benefits on April 14 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Old Dominion University Virginia Beach Higher Education Center, 1881 University Dr. If you are a veteran with a service-connected disability or a disability that was made worse by service, you may be entitled to disability compensation or other federal benefits. The clinic, sponsored by the ODU Student Veterans Association, will also include a free individual legal consultation. Please bring your DD Form 214, recent rating decisions and any other documentation that will help in evaluating your situation. To RSVP, contact Sarah Schauerte at projectsaluteva@gmail.com; walk-ins are welcome. For more information, visit http://projectsaluteva.wordpress.com.

Arts and crafts show The Colonial Williamsburg Employees Arts and Crafts show is scheduled for April 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Historic Triangle Community Services Building, 312 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg. The show is open to the public and will feature jewelry, textiles, woodcrafts, photography and more. Admission and parking are free. For more information, call 945-1548.

Free park admission The National Park Service and the National Park Foundation, the official charity of America’s national parks, invite people everywhere to enjoy, explore, learn, share and give back to America’s nearly 400 national parks during National Park Week 2012. Celebrating the theme, “Picture Yourself in a National Park,” National Park Week will run from April 21-29. Throughout the country, visitors can enjoy

The Military Affairs Council of the Virginia Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Military Job Fair from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on April 26 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center, 1610 Coliseum Dr., Hampton. The event is free and open to active-duty military, recently separated military members, retirees, reservists, veterans, DoD civilians and their dependents. Please bring properly prepared resumes and dress in business attire. The following seminars will be offered: How to Work a Job Fair, 8 and 9 a.m.; How to Negotiate a Salary, 10 a.m.; and Employer Panel, 11 a.m. More information is available by calling CarriceWhite at 325-8161 or email cwhite@ vpcc.org or visit www.MilitaryJobFair.org.

Run/Walk for the Dream Registration is open for the second annual Run for the Dream Half Marathon scheduled for May 20 on the campus of the College of William & Mary. General registration is $100; active-duty military may register for $45. Proceeds from the race will benefit An Achievable Dream, the Virginia Wounded Warrior Program, the Achilles FreedomTeam of Wounded Veterans and Warfighter Sports. Registration fees are tax deductible. Registration is also open for the Fit to Run, Fit to Dream 8K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run to be held May 19, Armed Forces Day. General registration is $55; Fun Run registration is $15. The 8K will honor Wounded Warriors and our nation’s military personnel and veterans. Colonial Williamsburg is providing free single-day Historic Area passes (valid May 1920) for the first 6,000 Run for the Dream participants and a 50 percent discount for family and friends.The first 3,000 registrants for the half marathon will also receive a free pass to Busch Gardens to be used May 1820, plus discounts for family and friends Online registration is available at www. RunforAchievableDream.com. For more information, call 599-9472.

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closer to a new vehicle, ďŹ xing up the Bradley, to give it the growth potential and protection that we need in a similar version,â&#x20AC;? Lennox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are not done with that analysis. Improving the Bradley is an option for the Army in the future, and it is being looked at as well.â&#x20AC;? Lt. Gen. William N. Phillips, principal military deputy to the assistant secretary of the Army for acquisition, logistics, and technology said Army senior leaders think they can get the GCV â&#x20AC;&#x153;somewhere between $9-10.5 million.â&#x20AC;? That cost, he said, is not far above the cost of doing a Bradley upgrade to give it the capability expected of the GCV.

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With the withdrawal from Iraq and similar actions in Afghanistan on the horizon, Soldiers looking to be leaders need to know opportunities are available in garrison, senior leaders said. Army leaders speaking on Capitol Hill, March 27, told members of the Senate Armed Services Committee that keeping the right Soldiers interested in staying in the Army after the current combat action in the Middle East ends means showing those Soldiers that leadership opportunities exist in the United States the same as they do in theater. â&#x20AC;&#x153;How are we going to keep them interested when we get them back from combat and we put them in Fort Hood or Fort Benning,â&#x20AC;? asked Lt. Gen. Keith C. Walker, deputy commanding general, Army Futures. He said todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Soldiers have enjoyed a â&#x20AC;&#x153;lot of freedom of action and independenceâ&#x20AC;? while in combat, and that Soldiers have told him the appeal for joining the Army was not new equipment but the opportunity to lead. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Those opportunities exist here,â&#x20AC;? he said. Still, the Armyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;leadership triad,â&#x20AC;? includes training, education and experience. The latter is one the Army is rich with, Walker told lawmakers. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the other two, training and education, he said the Army must beef up on if it wants to keep the right Soldiers engaged stateside.

Reversibility The Army will draw down to about 490,000 active-duty Soldiers. But itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to service leaders that the Army can grow again in size, if the nation calls on it to do so. That means reversing the drawdown, and doing so responsibly. Ensuring the Army can grow rapidly, if it needs to, means keeping in place the right kind of Soldiers, those are the noncommissioned ofďŹ cers and mid-level ofďŹ cers that will need to be available to train an inďŹ&#x201A;ux of new Soldiers if the Army must expand again. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be a little bit more ofďŹ cer and [senior noncommissioned ofďŹ cer] heavy in some organizations,â&#x20AC;? said Lt. Gen. John F. Campbell, deputy chief of staff of the Army, G-3/5/7. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Should the nation need the Army to grow again, will we have the capacity to

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Though combat operations have concluded in Iraq, and will draw down in Afghanistan, there are still opportunities for leadership in the United States, Army leaders say. Here, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade Public Affairs Spc.Taylor Kemp assists Staff Sgt. Leroy Williams, both from the operations section of Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 25th CAB, as their team negotiates an obstacle course during physical ďŹ tness training at SchoďŹ eld Barracks, Hawaii.

do that?â&#x20AC;? Walker asked. He said preparing for the future, one where the Army just might have to rapidly grow again, means more than just investment in equipment. It means investment in people. â&#x20AC;&#x153;[Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s] taking a very broad look across doctrine, organization and training. Yes, we still look at material. But aspects of leadership development are huge. And our personnel policies and facilities would help us do that. Perhaps, most importantly we think, is our investment in our midgrade leaders, so that should we have to expand, we can do that.â&#x20AC;? In the past, Walker said, the Army was able to grow by about 15,000 Soldiers a year, but mid-level ofďŹ cers and noncommissioned ofďŹ cers were needed to train those incoming Soldiers.

GCV vs. Bradley The infantry ďŹ ghting vehicle program, said Lt. Gen. Robert P. Lennox, deputy chief of staff of the Army, G-8, has â&#x20AC;&#x153;a number of shortfalls that we are aiming to correct with the Ground Combat Vehicle, or GCV, program.â&#x20AC;? Included in that, he said, is that the Bradley Fighting Vehicle is underpowered, lacks the right capacity for the number of Soldiers it can carry, and lacks growth potential for the

future the Army envisions. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Bradley does not have the maneuverability and the protection for our riďŹ&#x201A;e squads that we believe we might encounter for those adversaries that would employ hybrid-like tactics against us,â&#x20AC;? Walker told legislators. Lennox told lawmakers the recently launched GCV program is on a â&#x20AC;&#x153;really good pathâ&#x20AC;? insofar as the requirements for the vehicle are correct and the estimated cost of the vehicle is correct. But he also said the Army is still looking at other options, including already-built vehicles from other countries, such as the Puma vehicle from Germany, and the Namer vehicle from Israel. He said the Army is also looking at what industry is doing in technical development. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are evaluating those to see if we have our requirements right and if this is the right path ahead,â&#x20AC;? Lennox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So I think we are taking a very prudent, measured approach to make sure we have our requirements right for the GCV.â&#x20AC;? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a possibility to modify the Bradley Fighting Vehicle to meet many Army requirements, but the cost estimate for doing that would put it on par with a newly developed GCV, Lennox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have done an analysis of alternatives that [has] said that the price is much

The JLTV is an ongoing project the Army is working on in conjunction with the Marine Corps. Lennox told lawmakers the Army could get the vehicle for about $250,000 each, and with it â&#x20AC;&#x153;the capabilities we need for the future.â&#x20AC;? The JLTV will take over many of the roles the Humvee might have done. That vehicle, Lennox said, is no longer something the Army can use â&#x20AC;&#x153;outside the fence line.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Humvee, for example, is incapable of going off the forward operating base,â&#x20AC;? Lennox said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t provide protection for Soldiers today. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve over-burdened it with the weight.â&#x20AC;? Still, the Army will ďŹ nd roles for the Humvee in the future. Inside the United States, for instance, such roles could include homeland defense.

Kiowa Warriors Phillips said Army leaders are excited about industry interest in the Armed Aerial Scout, or AAS, an aircraft meant to take over roles formally done by the Kiowa Warrior. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We think there are probably between six or seven industry partners interested in AAS program,â&#x20AC;? he said. But with budget constraints, if the AAS doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t happen, the Kiowa Warrior could be upgraded through the Kiowa Warrior service life extension program. The Army is also continuing with the Kiowa Warrior cockpit and sensor-upgrade program. He said an acquisition memo, due around April 23, will allow the Army to go forward with formal AAS ďŹ&#x201A;ight demonstration this summer. After that, the Defense Acquisition Board will make a decision this summer if there is a good enough solution to go forward with the AAS program.

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