Laughlin XLer: Maj. Jacob Johnson, 47th FTW

Maj. Jacob Johnson, middle, 47th Flying Training Wing wing inspection team chief, poses with Col. Brian Hastings, left, 47th FTW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Garry Berry, right, 47th FTW command chief after being presented the XLer of the week award here Dec. 4, 2013. The XLer is a weekly award chosen by wing leadership and given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to Laughlin and their unit. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman John D. Partlow)

Laughlin XLer: Maj. Jacob Johnson, 47th FTW

Published Dec. 11, 2013
47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs

LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- Job title and unit: 47th Flying Training Wing wing inspection team chief

Why he XLed: He spearheaded the wing inspection team standup by developing a three-day course and helped train more than 70 peers which was pivotal to the new Air Force inspection system rollout. He led and evaluated the joint training exercise with the city, county, state and federal agencies which accounted for the highest participation in over three years. Represented Laughlin AFB at the city emergency meetings which helped secured a mishap training site. Coordinated with the local flying operations, medical and fire department, Texas department of transportation, Val Verde sheriff and Border Patrol for ground and air support for the exercise.