SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- U.S. Air Force Major Christopher R. Pustka assumed command of the 52nd Maintenance Squadron during an assumption of command ceremony on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, June 1, 2017. U.S. Air Force Col. Stephen C. Scherzer, 52nd Maintenance Group commander, presided over the ceremony in which Pustka assumed command.
Here is a little more information about Pustka:
Name/Rank: Major Christopher R. Pustka
Organization: 52nd Maintenance Squadron
Where and when you joined the AF: 2003 United States Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO.
Off-duty time is for: He enjoys spending any of his free time with his wife and two sons.
Previous assignments:
- RAF Lakenheath, England, Sept 2014-May 2017
- Osan AB, S Korea, Sept 2012-Oct 2013
- Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, Nov 2010-Oct 2011
Organizational Goals:
Readiness – Saber Nation will be the “First to the Fight” and our focus must complement this fact.
Airmen – Be deliberate in all things, especially in the development, training and mentoring of our Airmen.
Family – Be it by blood or profession, the family is the base unit and foundation of success. Much like the squadron is the base unit and foundation for the Air Force.
Work Philosophy:
Leadership is a contact sport and others can’t follow if you’re not out front.