November 1, 2013 Vol. 58 No. 42

NEWSYOUYOU CANCAN USEUSE

EO closureThe Robins Office of EqualOpportunity will be closed fortraining Tuesday until 1 p.m.

Exercise in progressThe installation is participat-ing in Vigilant Shield 14, aU.S. Northern Commandexercise.Vigilant Shield 14 will testthe ability of base personnelto respond to various situa-tions and threats, particularlyduring the first five days of theexercise. It may result insome delays entering andexiting buildings, as well asthe base.The exercise is scheduled torun through Nov. 15.

Plan aheadTuesday the 78th CivilEngineer Group will closeGate 14, Russell ParkwayGate, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. tosafely perform maintenanceon the vehicle barriers.One of the three main gateswill be closed on each of thefirst three Tuesdays monthlyfrom 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.Second Tuesday of themonth – Gate 3, WatsonBoulevard Gate; and ThirdTuesday of the month – Gate1, Green Street Gate.

Note: In case of inclementweather, work will occur onthe following Wednesday 9a.m. to 3 p.m.

AFMC promotescampaign to

prevent diabetes

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BY JENNY GORDONjenny.snider.ctr@us.af.mil

When no one else can make or find circuit boardsthat have become obsolete, folks with manufacturingcapabilities in the 569th Electronics MaintenanceSquadron are always up to the task.“The printed wiring board manufacturing capability

in the 569th EMXS is unique to the Air Force,” saidConnie Huffman, 569th EMXS physical scientist. “It’sconfigured to fulfill a broad range of customers’ elec-tronics circuitry needs, from aging weapon systemswith very low-level volume, to a myriad of automatictest equipment, the spectrum of flexible circuitry, andavionics unit redesigns.”The shop – which is the only one certified in the Air

Force – received its first certification in 1996, provid-ing printed wiring boards manufactured to the exactspecifications of the military performance standard,Mil-PRF-55110.

Printed wiring boards are created from copper cladfiberglass laminate sheets, which are etched to producea final circuitry pattern.Electronic components are then mounted on the cir-

cuits, resulting in a circuit card assembly – basically,circuit card assemblies come in all different shapes andsizes and are found in some form in every electronicsdevice.Boards can be single-sided with one copper layer,

double-sided with two copper layers, or multi-layered.The bulk of the workload for many years in the

squadron’s manufacturing was a 17-layer backplane,which went on old 386 processor drives which flewaboard F-16s. Flexible circuit boards have also beenproduced in the squadron.Re-manufacturing replacement circuit cards is regu-

larly accomplished for line replaceable unit repairs andautomatic test stations. The shop is the only one in theAir Force which performs production-level manufactur-ing of bare printed wiring boards for LRUs.A small team does everything from selection of raw

material to final inspection of completed bare boards.

Robins only AF base to manufacture printed wiring boards

Daylight saving timeThe return to Standard Time from Daylight Saving Time

will occur Sunday at 2 a.m. Clocks will be set back one hourto 1 a.m.Employees on a shift when time “falls back” to standard

time will be credited with the actual number of hoursworked. Time worked in excess of eight hours, or the regu-lar tour of duty hours, must be paid overtime, compensatorytime earned, or recorded as credit hours. For more informa-tion, call Civilian Personnel Customer Service at 472-0601.

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Attention all AirmenBY COL. CHRIS HILL

Installation commanderand

COL. HENRY CYR461st Wing commander

You’ve heard a lot lately about the topic of sexual assault. Youwill continue to hear a lot about it in the weeks and months ahead.It’s important that each Air Force member understands the impor-tance of the Air Force addressing and solving this real issue. Each allegation of a criminal offense must be evaluated on a

case-by-case basis. In court, the court members and military judgemust exercise their independent judgment in determining the facts ofa particular case and, if the accused is guilty, determine an appropri-ate punishment. When a person is found guilty beyond a reasonabledoubt, it’s often possible to identify recurring themes and risks.

U.S. Air Force photo by ED ASPERAScott Mansfield, a local contractor, navigates a custom-built 18 wheeler which removes aircraft tire rubber and paint lines from the Robins airfieldusing high-pressure water for paint at 1,500 PSI and light detergent. Tire rubber particles are then picked up by a sweeper vacuum truck.

U.S. Air Force photo by ED ASPERAThe 569th Electronics Maintenance Squadron produces bothrigid and flexible circuit boards, and is the only one in theAir Force that performs production-level manufacturing ofbare printed wiring boards for line replaceable units.

� see WIRING, 8

AF holds sexual assault offendersaccountable, convictions now online

In that way, we can all work together to protectourselves, protect each other and combat the prob-lem head on. To this end, the Air Force now publishes sexual

assault convictions online. Anyone can go to thewebsite and review more than 100 sexual assaultconvictions from across the Air Force. After a fewminutes of reviewing the facts of the cases that

resulted in a conviction, you will soon see manycases are very similar – they involve: the use ofalcohol; the absence of personal respect for thevictim; and the absence of the victim’s consent. A number of these cases also involve Airmen

assaulting fellow Airmen. Many times these vic-tims were coworkers and former friends – peoplewho trusted their assailant. It is critical that we alllook out for each other, that we respect each otherand that we create a culture of respect and sense ofresponsibility for each other.Airmen, who are convicted of sexual assault,

can be held accountable by military judges andcourt-martial panels with punishments that ofteninclude jail time, rank reductions and punitive dis-charges. Be aware, of course, that there are – andshould be – large variances in what a particularaccused may receive as a punishment.

� see SAPR, 8

U.S. Air Force graphic

Project runway equals makeoverBY JENNY GORDONjenny.snider.ctr@us.af.mil

The longest runway in Georgia – at 12,001 feet – is cur-rently getting a fresh shower and a new coat of paint torestripe lines along the concrete pavement. Paint lines are being removed from the concrete and a

new coat will be applied by a local general contractor. Thecompany will also remove aircraft tire rubber markings

along the heavily-used north and south ends of the runway.Work began Monday during evening hours and will con-

tinue for two weeks. A custom-built 18 wheeler will removetire marks, and will paint lines along the runway using highpressure water for paint and light detergent for tire rubberparticles. Water and paint particles are then picked up by asweeper vacuum truck. Because of budget constraints, the last time aircraft tire

marks were removed was two years ago.

The 2013 Robins CombinedFederal Campaign is back infull swing. As of Thursday, thecampaign had raised $79,645.This year’s campaign runs

through Nov. 22. For a list of super monitors visit the RobinsHomepage at robins.af.mil.

Campaign in swing

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Safety first, it saves lives.

Tech. Sgt. Jessica Colunga, 461st Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsionapprentice, installs a bleed air duct on an E-8C Joint STARS engine. Colunga and fel-low mechanics from the 461st and 116th Air Control wings work to ensure mainten-ance stays on track and JSTARS missions continue.

Mission supportU.S. Air Force photo by MASTER SGT. ROGER PARSONS

Second Front

BYMICHELLEALDANAWR-ALC Business of Operations

Human Resources

TheWarner RobinsAirLogistics ComplexBusiness of OperationsHuman Resources office isaccepting ProfessionalMaintenance CertificateProgram applications untilJan. 6.All general schedule

and federal wage systempersonnel in theAir ForceMateriel Command depotmaintenance communitycan submit an applicationpackage. Other civil serv-ice employees who do notwork in maintenance maybe eligible if they meetprogram requirements for aspecific level (i.e. training,

formal and developmentaleducation where applica-ble, and minimum years ofmaintenance experience.)Applicants must meet

eligibility requirements asidentified in the PMxCPframework and outlined inthe governing instruction.The PMxCPwas devel-

oped in response to theOffice of the Secretary ofDefense’s goal of develop-ing enterprise logisticians.AFMC headquarters ledthe development of a main-tenance-specific certifica-tion program to formallyrecognize the maintenanceworkforce’s skills andexperience. The PMxCPconsists of five levels ofcertification. Five occupa-tional certificate codes

have been added to thepersonnel system that canbe used to document theprogram in a worker’scareer briefs.To apply, complete all

program requirements for atarget certification level,complete the requiredPMxCP application andsubmit a complete applica-tion package no later thanthe Jan. 6 closing date.All PMxCP informa-

tion, including programspecifics and applicationdetails is located athttps://cs3.eis.af.mil/sites/25568/default.aspx.

For more information,contactAbe Banks, atabe.banks@us.af.mil orMichelleAldana, atmichelle.aldana@us.af.mil.

Professional MaintenanceCertificate Program open season

Airmen to get view of distracted drivingBY JENNY GORDONjenny.snider.ctr@us.af.mil

Members of the SaveA Life Tour: DistractedDriving, will be makinga stop at Robins nextweek. The tour will behere from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. Nov. 8 in theHeritage Club ballroom.Briefings will be

conducted at 8 and 9:30a.m., 1 and 2 p.m., andwill last for 30 minuteseach. Save A Life mem-bers will discuss thedanger of texting anddriving and how livesare affected by the con-sequences of drivingwhile distracted.The event is manda-

tory for all militarymembers ages 18 to 26.Civilians are welcometo attend.Between briefings,

attendees may use asimulator which con-sists of a realisticencounter of users driv-ing under distracted sit-uations. This can occuras a result of texting

while driving, talkingon a cell phone, chang-ing stations on theradio, putting on make-up, etc. The simulator’sprogram will last 2 to 3minutes.

The event, presentedby the 78th Air BaseWing Safety Office, isopen to all active dutymilitary members,Reservists and Guardmembers.

Foster Leadership in People awardsFostering Leadership in People

awards were presented to two individu-als and one group Oct. 25.Col. Christopher Hill, Installation

commander; Doug Keene, 402ndMaintenance Wing vice director; andTom Scott, American Federation ofGovernment Employees Local 987president, presented the awards whichare given to those who contribute to

improving labor management relationsat Robins.The latest recipients are:

�402nd Maintenance SupportGroup, Voluntary ProtectionProgram Steering Committee;�Beatrice Winn, 78th Communi-cations Directorate; and�Randy Rustin, 402nd ElectronicsMaintenance Support Squadron.

U.S. Air Force file photo by SUE SAPPIn this 2008 file photo, a Robins Airman tries out a sim-ulator as Brian Baldyga, Save A Life speaker, looks on.This was the last time the Save A Life Tour came toRobins. The $2.5 million driving simulator is part of thetour’s distracted driving awareness campaign that willvisit Robins Nov. 8.

Save A Life Tour

November 1, 2013 � The Robins Rev-Up � 3

There are two important events underway affect-ing federal employees regarding health benefits cov-erage and the Patient Protection and Affordable CareAct.The 2013 Federal Benefits Open Season will run

Nov. 11 through Dec. 9. That includes enrollment inthe Federal Employees Health Benefits, FederalEmployees Dental and Vision Insurance and FederalFlexible Spending Account programs.Open season information may be found on the

myPers benefits and entitlements website athttps://gum-crm.csd.disa.mil. Common access cardsare required. The Office of Personnel Management’sguides to federal benefits are available atwww.opm.gov/insure/health/planinfo/guides/index.asp.“Open season is a good time for employees who

Benefits enrollment, Affordable Care Act info

don’t have health coverage to consider their options in lightof the Affordable Care Act requirement to maintain minimumhealth care coverage for themselves and all dependentsclaimed on their federal tax return or to qualify for anexemption,” said David McAlpin, 78th Air Base Wing civil-ian personnel officer. “Those who don’t meet the require-ment, in accordance with the Patient Protection andAffordable Care Act, and the Health Care and EducationReconciliation Act, will be charged a penalty beginning withtheir 2014 federal tax return.”

During open season employees can enroll,change health plans or options, cancelenrollment, change to self-only or self andfamily and waive or begin participation inPremium Conversion.Elections made during the 2013 season

will be effective Jan. 12, and will be reflect-ed on leave and earning statements receivedon Jan. 31.Enrollments or changes will be made via

the Employee Benefits Information System,at https://www.my.af.mil andhttps://w20.afpc.randolph.af.mil/AFPCSecurenet20, or the Benefits and EntitlementsService Team automated phone system at 1-800-525-0102.

Safety saves lives. Start your savings account today.

4 � The Robins Rev-Up �November 1, 2013

COMMANDERCol. Christopher Hill

HOW TOCONTACT US

Robins Public Affairs620 Ninth Street, Bldg. 905Robins AFB, GA 31098468-2137Fax 468-9597

SUBMISSION GUIDELINESSubmissions must be received by 4 p.m. Wednesday,the week prior to the requested Friday publication.They should be e-mailed tolanorris.askew.ctr@us.af.mil andvance.janes@us.af.milSubmissions should be of broad interest to the basepopulace. For information, call Lanorris Askew at 472-0806.

DELIVERYTo report delivery issues, call 472-0802.

The Robins Rev-Up is published by The Telegraph,a private firm in no way connected with the U.S. AirForce, under exclusive written contract with Robins Air

Force Base, Ga.This commercial enterprise Air Force newspaper is

an authorized publication for members of the U.S. mili-tary services. Contents of the Robins Rev-Up are notnecessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, theU.S. government, Department of Defense, orDepartment of the Air Force.The appearance of advertising, including inserts or

supplements, does not constitute endorsement by theDepartment of Defense, Department of the Air Force,or The Telegraph.Everything advertised in this publication shall be

made available for purchase, use, or patronage withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,marital status, physical or mental handicap, politicalaffiliation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchas-er, user or patron.

INTERNAL INFORMATIONCHIEFGeoff Janes

EDITORLanorris Askew

PHOTOGRAPHERSSue SappTommie HortonEd AsperaMisuzu AllenRaymond Crayton

STAFF WRITERSJenny GordonHolly Logan-Arrington

Air Force leaders describefuture force under sequestration

WASHINGTON (AFNS) – Two senior Air Forceleaders testified before Congress Oct. 23, along withtheir Army and Navy counterparts on the impact of thecontinuing resolution and sequestration on the service’sacquisition and modernization programs.William LaPlante, the principal deputy to the secre-

tary of theAir Force for acquisition, and Lt. Gen.Michael Moeller, theAir Force deputy chief of staff forstrategic plans and programs, both testified on the signif-icant impacts of the continuing resolution and sequestra-tion to the HouseArmed Services Committee’sSubcommittee on Tactical Air and Land Forces.LaPlante, along with the other acquisition chiefs, said

sequestration will cost the Defense Department morethan it saves. Cuts to development programs will driveup unit costs and are already delaying testing, he said.Under the continuing resolution, the services are not

permitted to change how funds are appropriated fromone year to the next; leaving some accounts with excesscash while others are underfunded. In fiscal 2013,Congress authorized the transfer of some funds betweenaccounts, but that flexibility has not been renewed forfiscal 2014.The inflexible funding means theAir Force is likely

to have to cut the number of aircraft it buys this year,LaPlante said, singling out the F-35 Lightning II pro-gram as an example. “We’ll lose somewhere betweenfour and five airplanes in fiscal 2014,” he said.Since sequestration started, people have been serious-

ly affected. Thousands of Air Force civilians were fur-loughed without pay earlier in the year, and flying unitsstood down for a period of time, degrading readiness.As sequestration continues, Air Force leaders said

cuts need to be made, in addition to those made already.“We had to look everywhere in order to get billions in

dollars of savings,” Moeller said.They went as far as to say the service is looking at

cutting entire fleets of aircraft, and under sequestration,the service will need to reduce the force by as many as25,000Airmen.To read more, visit www.af.mil.

Violators of PII will haveAFNET accounts locked

PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, COLO. (AFNS)– Individuals who inappropriately store and transmitPersonally Identifiable Information over theAir ForceNetwork will now have their accounts locked inresponse to the violation.“We are taking several steps to improve notification

and reporting of PII incidents,” said Gen. WilliamShelton, Air Force Space Command commander. “Myintent is to increase awareness within theAir Force aspart of my responsibility to ensure the security anddefense of theAFNET and its users. PII violations createboth a personal and operational risk for all of us.”The 68th NetworkWarfare Squadron and 352nd

NetworkWarfare Squadron, as the Cyberspace DefenseAnalysis Weapon System, are actively monitoring theAFNET for PII breaches and violations. When a PIIbreach is identified, it is reported to the 624th OperationsCenter and the formal reporting process is initiated.The 624th OC, as the Cyber Command and Control

Mission SystemWeapon System, then reports the

AFNET PII breach to the 24thAir Force Commander,which will result in locking the violator’s AFNETaccount and notification to the individual’s wing com-mander.“Beginning Oct. 24, we began locking out the

AFNET account of individuals who were found to beinappropriately transmitting PII data via theAFNET,”said Maj. Gen. J. Kevin McLaughlin, 24thAir Force andAir Forces Cyber commander. “A violator’s account willonly be unlocked once the first O-6 in their chain ofcommand certifies that the individual has accomplishedall necessary actions, to include remedial training.”To read more, visit www.af.mil.

Air Force Bands, Thunderbirdsresume outreach operations in 2014

WASHINGTON (AFNS) – TheAir Force is imple-menting a coordinated plan to resume public outreachand community engagements at a reduced capacity as aresult of a multi-service working group.The plan, approved by the Secretary of Defense, pro-

motes a formalized, joint approach to national engage-ment and represents a new normal for outreach opera-tions across the services, according toWendy Varhegyi,theAir Force public affairs engagement division chief.Two popular, high-visibility programs, the

Thunderbirds andWings of Blue aerial demonstrationteams, will return with full seasons. However, theAirForce will not resume a public flyover program acrossthe country, nor will there beAir Force static display air-craft at civilian air shows.“The decision was made after months of coordination

between the services and is, we believe, the fiscallyresponsible way to reconnect with theAmerican public,”Varhegyi said. “We may, however, see some slight modi-fications to the plan as the year progresses.”Funeral flyovers are not affected by the plan and will

continue to be coordinated through normal procedures.For the Thunderbirds, a full season will consist of 34

shows divided between civilian and military events,while the Wings of Blue Jump Team will participate inup to 33 shows.TheAir Force 2014 outreach plan cuts overall spend-

ing by about 54 percent from 2012 levels, but still allowstheAir Force to engage with theAmerican public.“Community and public outreach is a crucial activity

for theAir Force because we must connect with the peo-ple we serve and highlight the capabilities of theAirForce,” said Brig. Gen. Les Kodlick, Air Force publicaffairs director. “Historically theAir Force participates inthousands of national events every year. Under the newplan, those small scale flyovers will cease. Instead, theThunderbirds will fly over a limited number of national-level events.”To read more, visit www.af.mil.

– compiled by Geoff Janes

On theprowl ...An MQ-1 Predatorunmanned aerial vehicleattached to the 324thExpeditionaryReconnaissanceSquadron takes offOct. 22. The AerospaceSustainment Directorateat Robins performs pro-gram management forthe aircraft.

U.S.Air Force photo byMASTER SGT. BEN BLOKER

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U.S. Air Force photo by U.S. NAVY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS BRIAN T. GLUNT

Staff Sgt. Ryan Vanterpool chains down a mine-resistant, armored-protective vehicle, known as anMRAP, on a C-17A Globemaster III at BagramAirfield, Afghanistan. Bagram has become a majorhub for retrograde operations out of Afghanistan.Vanterpool, a Hawaii native, is deployed from JointBase McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J.

From airpower’s earliest days, Airmen workingtogether have exploited technology to provide essen-tial knowledge and information on when and whereto act, to move people and materials when and whereneeded, to control the ultimate high ground, and tostrike where and when desired. In building the Air Force’s culture of “over, not

through,” we now have an incomparable ability to acteither independently or in full collaboration with ourjoint, interagency and coalition partners to protectand defend our nation and its interests. The increased use of airpower as the lead

American force element is a probability for whichAirmen must be prepared to execute.The Air Force’s core missions will continue to

serve America’s long-term security interests by givingour nation and its leadership unmatched options toconfront the challenges of an unpredictable future. The heavy demands placed on the military to

defend the nation’s interests during the last 20 years

have dramatically increased the level of adaptability,creativity, and coordination between and among oursister services, interagency partners, allies andfriends. Through it all, airpower has repeatedly been used

to deter conflict, control escalation, and, when sotasked by the nation’s leadership, destroy an adver-sary’s military capability. However, investments in Air Force capabilities and

readiness are essential if the nation is to maintain an

agile, flexible and ready force. To be effective, this force must be deliberately

planned for and appropriately and consistently fund-ed. Our highly sophisticated and capable Air Forcecannot be reconstituted overnight if it is allowed toatrophy. A smaller, highly capable Air Force is clearly

preferable to a larger one of lesser quality.The Air Force gives our nation powerful options to

advance its long-term interests and protect our way oflife. Today’s Air Force is an indispensable hedgeagainst the challenges of an uncertain and dangerousfuture. Every Airman, and every citizen, should takepride in the fact that the Air Force will always pro-vide Global Vigilance, Global Reach, and GlobalPower for America.

Editor’s note: This is the last in a series of arti-cles from Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen.

Mark Welsh’s office.

News from around the Air Force

U.S. Air Force graphic

– Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates

October 25, 2013 � The Robins Rev-Up � 5

AIR FORCEMATERIEL COMMAND

PUBLIC AFFAIRS

WRIGHT-PATTERSONAIRFORCE BASE, Ohio – Congratulationsto the following Team Robins members ofthe Air Force Materiel Command team forcompleting a degree or certificate programduring the third quarter of AFMC’s “Yearof the Graduate” program.

Master Sgt. PedroAchavalSeniorAirman LindaAllenhallStaff Sgt. Shemuel BerooTech. Sgt.Aaron BickelTech. Sgt. Donna BickelStaff Sgt.Ashley BlockStaff Sgt. Daniel Bricker

Master Sgt. Joseph Capazola1st Lt. Micah DalcoeCapt. Rebecca Daugherty1st Lt. Herbert DossTech. Sgt. Ron DunnStaff Sgt. Erik EdwardsMaster Sgt. Tynnishua FowlerTech. Sgt. Benjamin FullerTech. Sgt. John FuscoStaff Sgt. Richard GarrettStaff Sgt. Ryan GilbrethSeniorAirman Elijah GinterStaff Sgt. Daniel GormanTech. Sgt. Geovanny GoveaTech. Sgt.Ashley GrossSeniorAirmanAntonio HansonTech. Sgt. Shawn HardeeTech. Sgt. Joshua HatcherStaff Sgt. Christopher Hatten

Master Sgt. Brad HouchinsTech. Sgt. Matthew HunnTech. Sgt. Christopher JonesCapt. Christopher JonesMaster Sgt. Royal JonesMaster Sgt.Anthony KempTech. Sgt. John KielySeniorAirmanMark LincolnMaster Sgt. ThomasMcCuneTech. Sgt. MatthewMcKeeganMaster Sgt. John Paolozzi, Jr.Master Sgt. Jesse Pate, Jr.Master Sgt. Kenneth Plummer IICapt. Corin PotorSeniorMaster Sgt. Elenamay ReyesTech. Sgt. Kevin RogersCol. Patrick RyanStaff Sgt. Shanelle SappSeniorAirman Joshua Shryock

SeniorAirman ChristopherSimmonsMaster Sgt. Noemi SisonSeniorAirman Christopher StorerMaster Sgt. Jason ThomasSeniorMaster Sgt. Jean VargoStaff Sgt. ZacharyWaldronCapt.ArielWheelockStaff Sgt. VictoriaWhiteMaster Sgt. TerenceWileyTech. Sgt.AngieWright

The goal of YoGrad is to inspire thoseconsidering or currently working on aneducation plan to start, continue or com-plete that plan.

Editor’s note: For a list of all thegraduates across the command, visitwww.afmc.af.mil.

AFMC recognizes third quarter graduatesFrom the Command Down

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THINK OPSEC!PRACTICE IT AT WORK, HOME,

EVERYWHERE.

Name: Marchelle GloverWork title: Group protocol specialistUnit: 402nd Software MaintenanceGroup/Flight MHometown: Detroit, Mich.Number of years in federal service: 28

What does your work involve atRobins? “I coordinate all tours within the402nd SMXG. I’m also an alternate emer-gency management representative andmember of the 402nd SMXG EmployeeCouncil.”

What do you enjoy most about yourwork? “Meeting new people and coordi-nating events. I love planning and my joballows me to do what I love to do.”

How does your work contribute to theRobins mission? “Many of the tours Icoordinate are for groups who are lookingat software maintenance to see our capa-bilities for workload. When I provide thatfirst leg, my organization does the rest.

What prompted your interest in yourcareer? “I have always enjoyed the lesstechnical aspects of a job. I was anadministrative specialist in the Air Force,and I am an administrator at heart.“I appreciate coordinating, organizing

and making things happen, then sitting

back and letting others enjoy it.”

Who has been the biggest influencein your life? “My mother, Betty Wordlaw,has influenced me greatly. She was a sin-gle mother who raised seven children andis currently raising two of her grandchil-dren. Although we didn't have a lot grow-ing up, my mother could always squeezeout a little something to help someoneelse.”

What’s something people would besurprised to know about you? “Peoplewill be surprised to know that although Ising all the time, I have severe stagefright. Getting up in front of people to talkis one of my worst nightmares.”

What’s the accomplishment you’remost proud of? “I served six honorableyears in the Air Force, and I give back cur-rently by singing the National Anthemupon request.“To learn my purpose in life was a jour-

ney well taken. I truly live life to serve oth-ers.”

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Manufacturing stepsinclude photo-imaging,machining and chemicalprocesses. They’re able todiversify and improvise tomeet customer demands.

“The shop providesvalue to theAir Force andother military customersby being small enough tomaintain agility in manu-facturing processes, thusensuring continuousprocess improvement,”said Huffman.

One interesting recentproject was a redesign ofa faceplate that sits in anF-15 cockpit. A darkcockpit can result in asurprisingly bright envi-ronment for pilots who sitin the presence of illumi-

nated switches, controlsand other components.

Prior to redesign, thefaceplate had not beennight vision-compatibleand had included a non-reparable circuit.

However, it wasreplaced with a reparable,single-sided circuit – cre-ated by the 569th EMXS– that included night

vision compatibility.Perhaps most impor-

tantly, the shop con-tributes to properly func-tioning, secure defensesystems, mitigatingthreats to the supply chainand providing a source forhigh quality, trustworthyprinted circuit boards,thereby maintaining mili-tary superiority.

WIRINGContinued from 1

U.S. Air Force photo by ED ASPERACircuit card assemblies come in all different shapes andsizes and are found in some form in all electronics devices.

Punishments are determined on anindividual, case-by-case basis, and arebased on the specific facts of that case.

Furthermore,Airmen who are foundguilty of sexual assault and don’t receive apunitive discharge as part of their punish-ment will have administrative dischargeproceedings initiated against them andmay be retained only if they meet a cumu-lative multi-part test.

ForAirmen at this base, only Lt. Gen.BruceA. Litchfield, Air ForceSustainment Center commander, canwaive this requirement to initiate adminis-trative discharge proceedings. In addition,as required by many state laws, convictedAirmen must also register in their jurisdic-tion’s sexual assault registry. These sexoffender lists include the names andaddresses of convicted sex offenders andare publicly available online.

What is clear is that theAir Force willneither condone nor sit idly by when therehas been an allegation of sexual assault –and will not tolerate those who do notshare our values regarding sexual assaultand mutual respect for one another. An

accused who commits such an offensewill be held accountable by theAir Forceand by society.

We encourage all Airmen to visit thewebsite at www.afjag.af.mil/sexualassaultprosecution/index.asp.

The site, in addition to information onprior sexual assault convictions in theAirForce, has information on the senior trialcounsel program, senior defense counselprogram and the special victim’s counselprogram.

After reading the information provided,we ask that you take the time to discussthe cases – and the serious personal, legaland career-ending consequences of com-mitting sexual assault – with your fellowAirmen. It’s critical that we work togetherto combat this serious, mission-threaten-ing issue.

When you see a situation that isn’tright, be a good wingman; intervene andinsist your fellowAirman treat others withrespect. You will regret being a passivebystander when a few words of interven-tion can forever positively change thelives ofAirmen around you.Alwaysremember, your actions will help createthe environment where all Airmen arerespected and supported.

SAPRContinued from 1

November 1, 2013 � The Robins Rev-Up � 9

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BY HOLLY LOGAN-ARRINGTONholly.logan-arrington@us.af.mil

Nearly everyone has seen or heard about it atsome point.

Name-calling, physical violence or the threatsof it, and possibly public humiliation of anotherperson – it’s called domestic violence.

Recognizing it when it happens to someone elseis one thing, but would you recognize domesticviolence if it were happening to you?

Tracy Snider, Family Advocacy Treatment man-ager in the 78th Medical Group’s Mental HealthFlight, said spotting an “abuser” is harder than you’dexpect.

“There is no typical abuser,” she said. “In public,they may appear friendly and loving to their partnerand family. They often only abuse behind closeddoors. They also try to hide the abuse by causinginjuries that can be hidden and don’t need a doctor.”

Abusers usually have low self-esteem and don’ttake responsibility for their actions, often blamingtheir victims for the abuse, Snider said.

“An abuser will use fear, guilt, shame and intimi-dation to wear a victim down to make them feelpowerless so the abuser can gain control,” she said.They’ll make decisions for their victim and tell themwhat to do. Abusers may treat their victim like a ser-vant, child or even a possession. Abusers keep their

victims walking on eggshells.The abuse crosses all boundaries.“It occurs in intimate relationships including cur-

rent and former spouses, partners and significantothers,” Snider said. “A person engages in domesticviolence because he or she wishes to gain or main-tain power and control over another, and believes heor she is entitled to do so.”

Domestic violence is inflicted through a patternof emotional, physical, sexual abuse or neglect of adisabled partner. It may include violence to intimi-

date and control. Physical abuse includes forcemeant to hurt, intimidate or coerce.

Family Advocacy can help people break the cycleof violence.

Abuse prevention classes are open to anyone inthe military community. New Parent Support andcounseling is also available to Tricare eligible fami-lies. For more information, call DSN 497-8398 orcommercial 327-8398.

Family Advocacy program helps victims of domestic violence

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AFMC promotes Freeze the Gain to prevent diabetesAIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMANDWELLNESS SUPPORT CENTER

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIRFORCE BASE, Ohio—During the holiday season, Air Force

Materiel Command will promote theFreeze the Gain Challenge to help pre-vent type 2 diabetes.According to the American Diabetes

Association, diabetes is a national epi-demic and is one of the fastest growingdiseases in the country. More than onein four adults has pre-diabetes and onein 10 adults have diabetes. Keys to pre-vent or delay the onset of type 2 dia-betes include healthy lifestyle habits

that focus on weight management,physical activity and proper nutrition.Freeze the Gain is a weight mainte-

nance program that encourages partici-pants to maintain – not gain – weightduring the eight week period of thechallenge, which runs from Nov. 18,through Jan. 10. Civilian HealthPromotion Services will be conductingthe program.

The Freeze the Gainprogram has four parts:�Enroll online at AFMCwellness.combetween Oct. 15 and Nov. 15 (appropri-ated fund Department of Defense civil-ians need to complete the online Health

Risk Assessment when they enroll).�Complete an official FTG weigh-inby CHPS staff between Nov. 1 andNov. 15.�Attend one CHPS class aboutPreventing Diabetes between Nov. 18and Jan. 10.�Get weighed-out by CHPS staffbetween Jan. 13 and Jan. 24.Participants who complete the FTG

program without gaining more thantwo pounds of their initial weight willreceive a free copy of the Eat Right forLife Cookbook Companion.

For more information on the cam-paign, contact your local CHPS teamor visit AFMCwellness.com.

WHAT TO KNOWFor more information, contact CHPS

at 478-327-8030 or DSN 497-8030 or

email Kelley Denney, CHPS Coordinator,

at Kelley.Denney.ctr@us.af.mil.

The following HAWC classes areavailable to active duty, Reserve,Guard, retired military, their depend-ents, Department of Defense civiliansand contractors at no cost. Classes arelimited and all require preregistration.

RUNNING IMPROVEMENTPROGRAM (RIP)This four-week program is designed

for the runner who has a good base orfoundation in running. You will furtherenhance or improve running form andtechnique as well as learn drills and exer-cises to work on key elements of run-ning. This course will also help youunderstand and experience speed, inter-val, and pace training techniques that canimprove your run times. This is a four-week program which will meet onMondays, Wednesdays and Fridays(must plan to attend all classes).Class meets from 8 to 9 a.m. Monday

through Nov. 27.

HEALTHYHEARTThis class shows the dangers of high

cholesterol and high blood pressure, andhow to lower them through positivelifestyle changes and the DASH diet.Class meets from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.,

Monday.

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSA four-week course designed for

expectant mothers and their coaches at28 weeks or greater. Participants learn

what to expect during childbirth andreceive a tour of the Women’s Center.Class meets from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday,

Nov. 11, Nov 18, 25, Dec 2, & Dec 9.

WALK-TO-RUN PROGRAMThis 10-week, hands-on beginner or

post rehabilitative program is designed tosafely prepare you for progression tointermediate running programs. It isspecifically designed to properly build arunning base for progression to otherhigher intensity run-training programswhich are important for improving runspeed and performance.

Class meets from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesdaysand Thursdays fromOct. 1 through Dec. 5.

PERFORMANCE NUTRITIONReady to learn how to fuel your body

for performance? In this program youwill learn nutrition for energy manage-ment for optimized metabolism and peakperformance. This class is designed foractive duty, Guard and Reserve membersand anyone who wants more energy eachday.Class meets from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.,

Wednesday, Nov. 20 and Dec. 4 and 18.

TOBACCO CESSATIONThis three-week session provides edu-

cation and support to clients who desireto quit using tobacco.The 4th week is a Support Group for

those who want to attend. Programincludes the use of prescription medica-tions such as Chantix and NicotinePatches.Class meets from 11a.m. to noon

Wednesday, Nov. 13 and 20.

HEALTHYPREGNANCYThis class is for pregnant women and

new mothers who want to reap the manyhealth benefits of exercising. The classwill include how your body changes,adapted strength exercises, complete pre-natal and postpartum exercises, essentialflexibility exercises, special relaxationexercises and safety guidelines. Classmeets from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m., Nov. 13and Dec. 11.

DIABETES SELFMANAGEMENTThis class provides education and

training concerning the nutritional man-agement of diabetes through healthyfood choices.Class meets from 1 to 3 p.m., Nov. 20.

For more information or to registerfor classes, call the HAWC at commer-cial 478-327-8480 or DSN 497-8480Mondays through Fridays from 7 a.m. to4 p.m. Closed on weekends and federalholidays.

HAWC classes offer something healthy for everyone

U.S. Air Force photo by RAY CRAYTONGunnery Sgt. Anthony Reyne, Marine Aircraft Group 49, Detachment A enjoys hisdaily run around Duck Lake Oct. 29.

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ON TAPFirst FridayToday5 to 6 p.m.Heritage LoungeFood, fun, entertainmentand prizes.For details,call 472-7864.

Torch ClubToday5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Youth CenterEmpowers youth to supportand influence the club andcommunity, sustain mean-ingful relationships with oth-ers, participate in the demo-cratic process, and toalways respect their own aswell as the cultural identi-ties of others.For details,call (478) 926-2110.

Give Parents a Break(Deployed Military)Today6:30 to 10:30 p.m.CDC East (Bldg. 943) andYouth Center (Bldg. 1021)For details or reservations,call 926-5805 or 926-1426.

Thunder AlleyToday9 to 11 p.m.Bowling CenterFor details,call 468-2112.

NFLGame DaySunday

Noon to 8 p.m.Heritage LoungeFor details,call 472-7864.

FTAC/ResiliencyMonday7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.ProfessionalDevelopment CenterBldg. 941For details,call 472-0168.

Transition GPSWorkshop(Retiringmilitarymembers)Monday through Nov. 48 a.m. to 4 p.m.A&FRC, Bldg. 794Department of Labor work-shop is a required skillbased program for mem-bers, and spouses who arewithin 12-months of sepa-rating or 24 months of retir-ing from the military.For details,call 468-1256.

Adult WatercolorMonday10 to 11:30 a.m.and 4 to 5:30 p.m.Arts & Crafts CenterTo preregister,call 468-5282.

NFLMonday NightFootball SpecialsMondayHeritage LoungeFor details,call 472-7864.

FTAC/FinancialTuesday7:30 a.m. to noonProfessionalDevelopment CenterBldg. 941FTAC students learn how tomanage their money andsupport savings.For details,call 472-0168.

Golf tipsfrom the ProTuesday5 to 6 p.m.Pine Oaks Golf CoursePay $5 for all therange balls you can hitand get free tipsfrom the PGAhead golf professional.For details,call 468-4103.

Home SchoolAssociation MeetingWednesday1 to 3 p.m.Youth Center, Bldg. 1021Weekly meeting of parentsand children for familieswho home school.For details,call 468-1795.

USAJOBS navigatingand resume writingThursday8 a.m. to 4 p.m.A&FRC, Bldg. 794For details,call 468-1256.

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The PLAYpass programhas been extendedthrough December2013.To get your PLAYpass,stop by the 78th ForceSupport SquadronMarketing Office inBldg. 983, at the cornerof Tenth and WarnerRobins streets, Mondaythrough Friday from9 a.m. to 3 p.m.For more details, callVenus Mansourzadehat 468-6559.

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