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  • Master Sgt. Christopher Smith Jr., 47th Security Forces Squadron operations superintendent, was assigned to Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, directly after his military training instructor assignment at Air Force Basic Military Training. As an MTI, he enjoyed being able to take an Airman who was on the fence or not quite cutting it, and set them on the right track with proper direction and motivation. “It wasn’t always about yelling and punishment,” he said. “That’s a part of the job and a way to establish authority, but there is so much more to shaping an Airman than screaming and pretending to be angry.” (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    Airman’s Spotlight: Master Sgt. Christopher Smith Jr.

    Master Sgt. Christopher Smith Jr., 47th Security Forces Squadron operations superintendent, was assigned to Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, directly after his military training instructor assignment at Air Force Basic Military Training. As an MTI, he enjoyed being able to take an Airman who was on the fence or not quite cutting it, and set them on
  • Lt. Col. Andrew Katz, 47th Operation Support Squadron commander, talks about gaining a new focus, taking initiative, and how innovation can be simple. In his squadron, he says, “If you touch it, you own it,” and he encourages his people take ownership of problems in their work centers and provide ground-breaking solutions. (Courtesy photo)

    Search for Initiative and Ownership

    When Gen. David Goldfein became Chief of Staff of the Air Force in mid-2016, he called squadrons the “beating heart” of the service and promised his first year as chief would focus on revitalizing the squadron, as the core-fighting unit of the Air Force. Now, with this new focus, it’s critical for one to dig deeper to discover the root of this shift in mindset— generating initiative and ownership.
  • 2nd Lt. Eric Wiggins and other student pilots from Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 20-05 practice their parachute landing falls, Jan. 17, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. They used two and four foot platforms to jump from, and when they fell, they practiced making 5 points of contact during the roll. According to instructors, if they were to land feet-first from a parachute jump, they could potentially break their legs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    The 47th AOPTU prepares student pilots to land a career in flight

    2nd Lt. Eric Wiggins and other student pilots from Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training class 20-05 practice their parachute landing falls, Jan. 17, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. They used two and four foot platforms to jump from, and when they fell, they practiced making 5 points of contact during the roll. According to instructors,
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-04 and 19-05 graduate after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Jan. 25, 2019. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to train the next generation of multi-domain combat aviators, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional, confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    SUPT class 19-04, 19-05 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-04 and 19-05’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Jan. 25, 2019, in Anderson Hall, here. Retired Lt. Col Phillip Carson, whose last assignment was the Deputy Chief of Safety for Pacific Air Forces, will be the guest speaker. Awards and special recognition will be given to outstanding graduates.
  • Gilbert Wheeler, 47th Medical Support Squadron information systems flight chief, arranges wires in the communications closet at the Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas medical clinic, Jan. 14, 2019. Wheeler stays busy at the 47th Medical Group, ensuring hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of equipment remains up-to-date and available to help Laughlin medics care for patients. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    XLer of the Week: Gilbert Wheeler

    Gilbert Wheeler, 47th Medical Support Squadron information systems flight chief, was chosen by wing leadership to be the “XLer” of the week, for the week of Jan. 7, 2019, at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. The “XLer” award is given to those who consistently make outstanding contributions to their unit and the Laughlin mission.
  • The 47th Operations Group welcomed its new commander during an assumption of command ceremony on Nov. 27, 2018 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. U.S. Air Force Col. Carey Jones assumed command of 47th OG, becoming its first female commander. With healing, encouragement and mentorship, she believes the squadrons will be able to produce the world’s best pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    New commander takes the 47th OG under her wing

    The 47th Operations Group welcomed its new commander during an assumption of command ceremony on Nov. 27, 2018 at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas. U.S. Air Force Col. Carey Jones assumed command of 47th OG, becoming its first female commander.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-03 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Dec. 14, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to train the next generation of multi-domain combat aviators, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional, confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Anne McCready)

    SUPT class 19-03 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-03’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Dec. 14, 2018, in Anderson Hall, here.
  • 2nd. Lt. Rhett Spongberg, 47th Student Squadron specialized undergraduate pilot training student, poses atop Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas’ Alpha Warrior “battle rig,” Nov. 8, 2018. Inspiring fitness is important, as Spongberg describes, especially to service members across all branches, professions and requirements. To him, Airmen and service members in general need to be ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Hambor)

    Laughlin Airman to compete in fitness competition

    A specialized undergraduate pilot training student from Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, will participate in the 2018 Alpha Warrior contest Nov. 16, 2018.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-01 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Oct. 26, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to graduate the world’s best military-trained pilots, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional and confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    SUPT Class 19-01 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 19-01’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Oct. 26, in Anderson Hall, here.
  • Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-15 graduates after 52 weeks of training at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Sept. 28, 2018. Laughlin is the home of the 47th Flying Training Wing, whose mission is to graduate the world’s best military-trained pilots, deploy mission-ready warriors and develop professional and confident leaders. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Airman 1st Class Marco A. Gomez)

    SUPT Class 18-15 set to graduate

    All Laughlin members are invited to attend Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training Class 18-15’s graduation ceremony at 10 a.m., Sept. 28, in Anderson Hall, here. Col. (ret.) Dean Lee, former director of safety at Air Education and Training Command, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, will be the guest speaker.
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