Incentive Flight Program Published Oct. 7, 2008 SPANGDAHLEM AIR BASE, Germany -- Senior Airman Edward W. Abney, 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons section, prepares to take an incentive flight Sept. 26, 2008. Airman Abney earned his incentive flight by earning 2007 Weapons Load Crew of the Year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Nathanael Callon ) Name: Senior Airman Edward W. Abney Unit: 23rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit weapons section Duty title: Weapons loader Hometown: Chesapeake, Va. Years in Service: Three Why joined: Education and travel opportunities Family: Father, mother and brother Hobbies: Running, traveling and reading Favorite aspect of job: Fresh air and explosives Most memorable AF experience: Tactical Leadership Program in Belgium Previous flying experience: None What award earned the flight: 2007 Weapons Load Crew of the Year Any advice to future fliers or advice received before flight: Eat a reasonable meal prior to the flight. Description of experience: Incredible! Favorite part of F-16 flight: Flying along the Mosel River Valley