-Warrior; deployed to Karshi Khanabad, Uzbekistan in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM (OEF)
-- Identified leaking landing gear brake during preflight inspection; replaced brake; allowed on-time takeoff
-- Effort key to launch of 3,079 sorties, 5,317 flight hours, delivered 36,427 passengers and 8,547 tons of cargo
-Troubleshot/repaired loose terminal lugs on main tank fuel quantity probe; OEF scheduled mission completed
-Sets the standard; maintained "zero defect" rating on five 3 WG/MXG Quality Assurance follow-up evaluation
-Topnotch technician; discovered two main landing gear tires worn beyond limits during preflight inspection
-- Spearheaded replacement of both tires in under two hours; ensured aircraft was mission-ready for night line
-Volunteered 8 hours to coach bowling teams for Alaska Special Olympics; improved community relations
-Exudes rock-solid confidence and superior technical ability; eager for increased responsibility; promote now
-Outstanding maintainer; always demonstrates initiative, leadership and professionalism in daily performance
-Deployed to Jakarta, Indonesia in direct support of Operation UNIFIED ASSISTANCE; tsunami relief mission
-- Instrumental in delivery of 280 tons of international aid/189 Red Cross medical staff; 822 refugees rescued
-Extraordinary Crew Chief; troubleshot propeller low oil light when aircraft returned for in-flight emergency
-- Pinpointed/replaced prop fluid level float switch; enabled aircraft to complete vital OEF resupply mission
-Extremely proficient, motivated Airman; consistently demonstrates superior maintenance knowledge; promote
-Exceptional Airman; consistently produces superior results; aggressively tackles all tasks; extremely competent
-Readied four C-130's for launch to support Operation UNIFIED ASSISTANCE tsunami relief in S.E. Asia
-- Instrumental in delivery of 280 tons of international aid/189 Red Cross medical staff; 822 refugees rescued
-Warrior; deployed to Karshi-Khanabad AB, Uzbekistan in support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM
-- Key contributor to the launch and recovery of 927 sorties; delivered 2,580 tons of cargo/10,825 passengers
-Top-notch technician; discovered leaking main landing gear brake during thruflight inspection; spearheaded replacement of brake in under 1.5 hours; allowed continuation of US Army resupply mission to Afghanistan
-Meticulous attention to detail; discovered frayed condition cable during reinstallation of engine truss mount
-- Assisted with removal/replacement of cable; returned aircraft to fully mission capable status in 6 hours
-Relentless pursuit of excellence; completed career development courses one full month ahead of schedule
-- Prime example for others to follow; scored 85% on career development course end-of-course examination
-Exemplary performance; scored a flawless 100% pass rate on three 3 MXG/QA follow-up evaluations
-Outstanding maintainer who favorably impacts our unit's success; ready for increased responsibilities; promote
-Superior performer; tenaciously dominates every challenge with great zeal; eagerly accepts more responsibility
-Instrumental in the launch and recovery of 40 NATO International Security Assistance Force combat missions
-- Assisted with removal/replacement of secondary fuel pump pressure transmitter during aircraft quick turn
-- Crucial to deployment of 289 NATO security forces; secured first-ever democratic election in Afghanistan
-Team player; augmented 3WG Security Forces Squadron; conducted ID/vehicle checks; enhanced base security
-Unsurpassed dedication; consistently strives for perfection with exceptional results; promote ahead of peers
-Razor-sharp NCO; head and shoulders above peers; aggressively tackles challenges with zeal and enthusiasm
-Demonstrated unparalleled proficiency when called upon to troubleshoot a crew entrance door malfunction
-- Discovered worn bushing; replaced assembly in 30 minutes; effort ensured aircraft departed as scheduled
-Warrior; deployed to Karshi Khanabad, Uzbekistan in direct support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM
-- Effort key to launch of 3,079 sorties, 5,317 flight hours; delivered 36,427 passengers and 8,547 tons of cargo
-Identified cracked tail pipe on preflight inspection; replaced tail pipe in 45 minutes; allowed on time take-off
-Top-notch cross utilization skills; discovered inoperative aileron trim tab during aircrew preflight inspection
-- Isolated/repaired recessed pins on indicator cannon plug; aircraft departed on time for scheduled mission
-Benchmark of excellence; received an impeccable zero defect rating on nine 3 MXG/QA follow up evaluations
-Superbly directed maintenance during home station check; completed inspection 24 hours ahead of schedule
-- Impressive skills and leadership ensured 517 AMU's 100% maintenance scheduling effectiveness rate FY04
-Volunteered 28 hours to assist teachers at Russian Jack Elementary with hearing impaired education programs
-Exudes confidence; rock-solid leadership and technical ability; immediately increase responsibilities; promote
-Aero repair expert; dispatched to Kandahar AB, Afghanistan to replace broken parking brake crossover cable
-- Removed/replaced cable and performed all operational checks in 3 hours; allowed OEF mission to continue
-Responded to Ohio Air Guard aircraft with cargo ramp malfunction; rigged ramp locks; vital sortie completed
-Charged with spearheading maintenance recovery team for stranded aircraft at Manas Airfield, Kyrgikastan
-- Remarkable efficiency; led team to replace propeller float switch in under 2 hours; enabled mission success
-Dedicated, selfless NCO; possesses extensive job knowledge; excels in all assigned tasks; promote instantly
-Talented maintainer with extensive job knowledge; able to complete any job regardless of scope or complexity
-Hard working, highly motivated maintainer; discovered main landing gear tire cut out of limits during preflight inspection; removed and replaced tire in under 90 minutes; enabled aircraft to complete its scheduled mission
-Hard-charger; ability to work outside of core specialty freed engine technicians to work higher priority tasking
-- Expedited repair of #2 engine RPM flux; removed/replaced prop syncrophaser allowing on-time takeoff
-Highly effective leader; directed aircraft recovery effort for multinational Exercise NORTHERN EDGE 2003
-- Spearheaded successful execution of 40 arctic airlift missions culminating in 179 hours flown; key to units impressive 100% on-time takeoff rate; successfully provided training for over 600 international jumpers
-Maintenance wizard; discovered main landing gear tire worn beyond limits during basic post flight inspection
-- Diligently removed and replaced tire; efforts ensured vital mission to remote Alaska site proceeded on time
-Skilled technician; removed/replaced tachometer generator; returned aircraft to fully mission-capable status
-- Directly contributed to 517 AMU's stellar 86% mission-capable rate; surpassed PACAF standard of 78%
-Knowledgeable mission oriented NCO; displays will to assume greater responsibility; promote immediately
-Excellent performer; launched aircraft for real-world mission in support of Operation NORTHERN DENIAL 6
-- Ensured on-time delivery of 111 F-15 personnel and 46.5 tons of cargo to remote arctic operating locations
-- Allowed intercept operation to stand up in record time; quickly intercepted Russian military forces exercise
-Meticulous attention to detail; discovered left main landing gear door hinge crack during isochronal inspection
-- Assisted structural repair specialist in repair; vital to 517th AMU's 100% maintenance effectiveness rate
-Dedicated, selfless NCO; possesses extensive job knowledge; produces high quality work; promote right now
-Exceptional Airman; consistently produces superior results; aggressively tackles any task; extremely competent
-Readied 4 C-130's in direct support of Operation UNIFIED ASSISTANCE; tsunami relief efforts in S.E. Asia
-- Instrumental in delivery of 280 tons of international aid/189 Red Cross medical staff; 822 refugees rescued
-Deployed to Karshi-Khanabad Air Base, Uzbekistan; in direct support of Operation ENDURING FREEDOM
-- Key contributor to the launch and recovery of 927 sorties; delivered 2,580 tons of cargo/10,825 passengers
-Top-notch technician; discovered leaking main landing gear brake during thruflight inspection; spearheaded replacement of brake in under 1.5 hours; allowed continuation of US Army resupply mission to Afghanistan
-Meticulous attention to detail; discovered frayed condition cable during reinstallation of engine truss mount
-- Assisted specialists in removal and replacement of cable; returned aircraft to fully mission capable status
-Relentless pursuit of excellence; completed Career Development Courses 1 full month ahead of schedule
-- Prime example for others to follow; scored 85% on Career Development Course end-of-course examination
-Exemplary performance; scored an impeccable "zero defect" rating on three 3 MXG/QA follow-up evaluations
-Superior Airman who favorably impacts our unit's success; ready for increased responsibilities; promote now
-Superior Airman; tenaciously dominates every challenge with great zeal; eagerly accepts more responsibility
-Participated in launch and recovery of 40 NATO International Security Assistance Force combat missions
-- Assisted with removal/replacement of secondary fuel pump pressure transmitter during aircraft quick turn
-- Crucial to deployment of 289 NATO security forces securing first-ever democratic election in Afghanistan
-Team player; augmented 3WG Security Forces Squadron; conducted ID/vehicle checks; enhanced base security
-Positively impacted 517 AMU's deployed and home station airlift mission success; promote ahead of peers
-Unique professional mechanic; constantly upholds first-class maintenance practices through superior standards
-Excels under pressure; singled out to take the lead for persistent three-time repeat nose landing gear door rub
-- Isolated problem to malfunctioning shock strut; replaced strut and performed thorough nose gear system rig
-- Astounding results; restored aircraft to full mission capable status 8 hours ahead of expected completion time
-Deployed to Chuuk Island to support the relief efforts of typhoon devastated Federated States of Micronesia
-- Saved-the-day with repair of stuck acceleration bleed valve causing a low power condition on #2 engine
-- Quick action ensured completion of ten sorties; delivered 39 passengers and 141,800 lbs of vital supplies
-Goes above and beyond; deployed to Pohang Korea while in direct support of Operation VOLANT SHOGUN
-- Leaped into action for aircraft crippled with lightning strike; worked 16 hours performing damage evaluation
-- Proved negative damage; allowed the return of 120 U.S. Marines and 25,000 lbs of equipment to Futema AS
-Well-developed awareness for documentation; scrutinized section's Core Automated Maintenance System daily
-- Key to ensuring data integrity error rate remained at an all time low of 0.8%; surpassed PACAF standard 3%
