Super Saber Performer

Published Dec. 1, 2011
By Staff Reports
52nd Fighter Wing Public Affairs

SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany --

Name: Senior Airman Karla Lynne McCormick

Unit: 52nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Duty title: Maintenance supply journeyman

Hometown: Marathon, N.Y.

Years in service: Three years.

Why joined: My main reasons for joining were for the opportunities to travel and meet new people. I also wanted to continue my college education and serve my country.

Family: Husband, Mike; 9-month old son, Daniel; and one on the way.

Hobbies: In enjoy traveling, photography and reading.

Favorite aspect of job: Having a direct impact on our Air Force mission.

Most memorable Air Force experience: My first day working on the flightline, I had the opportunity to get close to an A-10 Thunderbolt II and watch the maintainers performing their day-to-day tasks. It changed the way that I view my roll in maintenance supply.

How do you make responsible choices: Every choice I make is with my family, friends and career in mind. I avoid anything that would have a negative impact on them.