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  • 606th ACS explains "Why we do what we do"

    At approximately 7:00 a.m. I was walking out of the shower tent when I felt a tremendous shockwave that nearly knocked me over. The thunderous boom came next, but I was already hitting the dirt, which was actually gravel.My first thought was that were just hit by the "golden BB" and I looked around for the ominous cloud of smoke rising, expecting

  • America Recycles Day: Think twice about trash

    The 12th Annual America Recycles Day, a nationally recognized day to encourage people to recycle, is scheduled for Nov. 15. In recognition of the day, there are a few things Sabers can keep in mind to ensure they're doing their part. People have remarked that those living in base or government-leased housing don't have to recycle. However, that's

  • 606th ACS supports OEF

    If you have ever attended an assembly of 52nd Fighter Wing Sabers, it's likely you've heard the proud rallying call, "Who you with? 606th! What's your role? Air Control!" But, did you wonder who they were and what they did? The 606th Air Control Squadron is a rapidly deployable control and reporting center capable of performing multiple missions in

  • Safety office provides tips for Halloween and beyond

    It's cold. Football is on TV, the baseball World Series is upon us, the leaves are changing, and it's getting cold and dark. Trick-or-treaters of all types will appear as pumpkins, jack-o-lanterns, ghosts, ghouls, goblins, witches, and, of course, the well-known Batman, Supergirl, Transformers, and Star Wars heroes and heroines. Trick-or-treating

  • Fine line between discipline and punishment

    Have you heard of someone known for being a strict parent or a parent who spanks as a punishment? Or, have you ever seen someone disciplining their child in public or on base? The difference between discipline and punishment can be confusing. Discipline refers to the instruction of rules and a system of teaching. By nurturing children, we prepare

  • Excellence: Why say no, say yes

    When I took command several months ago, many folks asked what my strategic vision for my squadron was. I simply stated, "Focus on the core values every day." It may sound easy, but it takes a constant effort. Since I was a second lieutenant, I have always been told that we need more money or more people. Many of the NCOs who I initially served with

  • Measure of morale and ourselves

    Morale is an elusive phenomenon but is often defined by its relative position -- high or low or with an individual's ownership. Webster defines morale as "the level of individual psychological well-being based on such factors as a sense of purpose and confidence in the future," which appears to be very relevant to how we view morale in the Air

  • Moments of heroism backed up by less dramatic moments

    It was January 24, 2008. Hawg 13 flight, a formation of two A-10 Thunderbolt IIs, launched from the safety of Bagram Air Base into the overcast darkness of a crisp winter night in northeast Afghanistan. More than 115 miles to the east, a friendly armored convoy slowly made its way through the forbidding expanse of land near the Pakistan border. As

  • Courtesy, cleanliness add to gym success

    In addition to packing clean socks, headphones, shorts and bottled water, Sabers should start bringing some courtesy when they enter the fitness center for their work-outs. Of about 15,000 people tied to the 52nd Fighter Wing, many are not only required, but also eager to exercise to stay in shape. Unfortunately, with the volume of people that use

  • Capitol Hill visit enlightening experience

    As part of the Wing Commander Capitol Hill Visit Program, wing commanders Air Force-wide periodically visit Capitol Hill to speak with members of Congress to discuss base concerns as well as issues in the Air Force. Col. Tip Wight, 52nd Fighter Wing commander, recently had that opportunity, and brought a few base representatives with him. Chief
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