David Mercer, a 47th Maintenance Directorate fabrication work lead, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer of the Week”, for the week of Jan. 21, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award, presented by Col. Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander, is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman John A. Crawford)