Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters of the Year, 2000, Air Force Personnel Gen. Collins also commanded the 5th Mission Support Group, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, and the 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The wing also gained extensive technical training courses from two closing basesChanute AFB in Illinois and Lowry AFB in Colorado. 15. July 2014May 2016, Commander, 5th Mission Support Group, Minot AFB, N.D. Jamal Huntley June 2005July 2007, Commander, 95th Security Forces Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif. 13. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Maj. Michael Bruton, 341st Training Squadron commander, accepts the Civilian Category III Supervisory award on behalf of Rolland Edgell from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. July 2009January 2010, Deputy Commander, 341st Security Forces Group, Malmstrom AFB, Mont. August 2007 - August 2008, Imagery Mission Supervisor, 607th Air Intelligence Squadron, Osan AB, Korea Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief. 2017 - Senior Enlisted Joint PME, Phase II (by correspondence), Joint Forces Staff College, Norfolk, Va. Initial reports spoke of PDF soldiers running around in their underwear, while others threw down their weapons. [8], Although activated, the 37th FBW was neither manned nor equipped and it was inactivated on 25 June as a result of the Armistice in Korea and the subsequent need for deployment to the war zone being unnecessary. 2010 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award nominee, 693rd ISR Group 2006 Air Command and Staff College intermediate developmental education credit for in-residence program, Washington, D.C. My first week on the job my wife and I, both active duty Airmen, had a family medical emergency. [8], In the spring of 1968, the two squadrons of the 37th TFW were augmented by two additional squadrons temporarily deployed (TDY) from the United States. August 2019 - January 2021, Command Chief, 37th Training Wing, JBSA-Lackland, Texas 97th Security Forces Squadron, Altus AFB, Oklahoma (Chief Blaziers first executive assistant) The event was hosted by the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, who earned the Spirit Award at the last awards event. The recipient of the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022, is the 737th Training Group. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Attendees await to hear the award recipients at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Lastly, the mentorship and direction he provided to our Top 3 team helped to make that organization a success and allowed us to develop numerous Senior NCOs across the 37th TRW. May 2012 - January 2013, Superintendent, Standardization and Evaluations, Headquarters AirForce ISR Agency, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas First Lieutenant May 1, 1997 He has served at the squadron, major command staff and combatant command staff levels both inside and outside the continental United States. The following evening, PDF soldiers killed a marine lieutenant and arrested a navy lieutenant. After basic training, she graduated Jose Surita After combat operations ceased in February 1991, some wing personnel and aircraft remained on indefinite alert in Saudi Arabia as a component member of the post-Desert Storm task force in Southwest Asia, although most returned to Tonopah by the end of March.[8]. Brig. May 1997May 1998, Officer in Charge, Mobile Fire Teams, Security Escort teams and Convoy Commander, 321st Security Forces Squadron, Grand Forks AFB, N.D. Joshua Massas Borges from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. [9]:65, The 37th TFW was assigned several North American F-100 Super Sabre squadrons, its mission was to provide tactical air power in support of South Vietnamese and United States Army and Marine units engaged in combat against communist forces attempting to overthrow the government of South Vietnam. 16. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), First Lt. Konrad Bennett receives the Company Grade Officer Award from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. 5. 19. Chief Blazier has been an inspiration to me. Michael R. Morgan is the Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Chief Master Sgt. [6][7], The 37th was established on 3 March 1953 as the United States Air Force 37th Fighter-Bomber Wing as part of the buildup on the Air Force due to the Korean War. On 15 December, Noriega declared a state of war between the United States and Panama. 11. July 1994 January 1995, Assignments Specialist, 28th Mission Support Lieutenant Colonel March 1, 2009 The award was presented on behalf of the 37th TRW First Sergeant Council. Two Phantom squadrons were transferred to the 37th from the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing, Da Nang Air Base:[9]:194, The wing continued its combat operations in South Vietnam until 30 March 1970 when the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing was inactivated as part of the drawdown of American forces in South Vietnam. "When we began the partnership with USCIS, we asked all trainees who would be interested in starting their application, and 111 raised their hands. Brig. November 2005, Command Chiefs Assistant, 51st Fighter Wing, Osan Air Base, Both Edgell and Schreiber are assigned to the 341st TRS. He is the focal point for ensuring the physical security of Air Force nuclear assets and planning and programming for more than 38,000 active-duty and Reserve component security forces at locations worldwide. She is the primary advisor to the commander on all matters affecting the As the host unit to Lackland Air Force Base, Joint Base San Antonio, Texas, the 37th TRW is the predominant unit on the installation and is the largest training wing in the USAF. The compassion and caring the leadership team of Stefan and Jenn Blazier has forever benefited the 37th Training Wing and they will be greatly missed. This was only 18 yards from the 6th Company barracks, which was too close. Prior to his current assignment, Brig. [2], The 37th Training Wing is entitled by temporary bestowal to the honors earned by the 37th Operations Group. January 2010 - January 2011, Flight Chief, Operations Training, 24th IS, Ramstein AB, Germany [8], Additional changes came on 1 April 1994 when HQ USAF re-designated the technical training group as the 37th Training Group and the military training group as the 737th Training Group. He definitely made an impression on me, Morgan remembered. 2009 Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Maxwell Air Force Base, Alabama 2009, Superintendent, Manpower Personnel and Services, Twelfth Air Force, If you hang around Chief Blaze for more than a minute youll feel inspired to lead our Airmen better. The group was disbanded on 31 October 1943 when the threat to the Panama Canal was perceived to be lessened; its personnel being returned to the United States for reassignment to other units. Meritorious Service Medal with silver and bronze oak leaf clusters Chief Fuller 2012 Distinguished Graduate, Air Force Senior NCO Academy, EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROMOTION Yepes is assigned to the 343rd Training Squadron. 1998 - Imagery Analysis Apprentice Course, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas By that, I mean rank doesnt apply when voicing your ideas and concerns to him. Stefan Blazier is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for Air University, Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. Air University is the intellectual and leadership-development center for the Air Force and Space Force, providing a full-spectrum of courses that graduate more than 50,000 resident and 120,000 non-resident officers, enlisted and civilian personnel each year to achieve national security objectives. 4. At right is Master Sgt. 3. 20. He is someone who is out there with his people, not only telling them but also showing them the way. 4. He transformed mine! [He wins] all the time. Formal Training, 9th Mission Support Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California November 2005 June (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Master Sgt. 2015 Joint Forces Staff College, National Defense University, Norfolk, Va. Other vital targets included key communications centers, research and development facilities for nuclear and chemical weapons, plus hardened aircraft shelters on Iraqi airfields. Mike Morgan, 37th Training Wing command chief, addresses the crowd at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. November 2004 Before coming to JBSA-Lackland, he served as the command chief at the 42nd Air Base Wing at Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex, Alabama. Chief Blazier enlisted in the Air Force as an imagery analyst in the intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance community. Additionally, he was the Deputy Director, United States Air Forces Central Command, Air Force Forces Force Protection, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Squadron, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas [8] Initial squadrons assigned were:[9]:656, On 15 April, the 37TFW began combat operations with strikes by 416TFS (F-100D aircraft) en route from Bien Hoa AB to their new home. Genesis Infante (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, gets into the tropical beach theme of the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. U.S. Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. All military personnel were permanently assigned to Nellis AFB, Nevada, and were transported once each week by air. Sgt. As a result, the 37th FW was re-designated as the 37th Training Wing (TW) and activated at Lackland AFB, Texas. This article incorporates public domain material from the Air Force Historical Research Agency. Chief Master Sergeant Dec. 1, 2014, Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education, Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education, --Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, --USAF Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course, --Air Force Enlisted Heritage Research Institute, Officer Accessions and Citizen Development, Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions & Citizen Development, --Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, --Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp, Ira C. Eaker Center for Leadership Development, --Defense Financial Management & Comptroller School, --Force Support Professional Development School, USAF Center for Strategic Deterrence Studies, USAF Center for Strategic Leadership Communication, - ther Journal of Strategic Airpower & Spacepower, Revista Profesional de la Fuerza Area de EUA, Continente Americano, Revista Profissional da Fora Area dos EUA, Continente Americano, Journal of Military Conflict Transformation (JMCT), Air University Educational Support Services, Air University Learner Portal (CaC Required), Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC), Chief of Staff of the Air Force Leadership Library, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Air Force Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters He added that his predecessor, Chief Master Sgt. 2018 - Enterprise Leadership Seminar, Kenan-Flagler Business School, Chapel Hill, N.C. Dont walk a mile in my shoes. 14. September 2017 - December 2017, Group Superintendent, 497th ISR Group, Joint Base-Langley Eustis, Va. Peru and Trinidad in support of President of the United States (POTUS) With this announcement, the formerly clandestine Tactical Air Command 4450th Tactical Group, which had transitioned the F-117 from a development to operational weapons system was put on the road to inactivation when the Air Force decided to increase the 4450th TG to a Wing level organization. Col. Rockie K. Wilson May 1999February 2001, Operations Officer, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, Fairchild AFB, Wash. Investigations, Quantico, Virginia, 17. Cody Fleeger While we lose Chief Blazier to the Pentagon, we must also thank Jenn Blazier who has been a stalwart within our wing through so many ways. To summarize it, I would have to say theres nothing like working with Chief Blazier. Perkins is assigned to the Defense Language Institute English Language Center. Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing # 10 - Chief master sergeant Gregory F Butcher jr. Chief Blazier has been an amazing command chief. entered the Air Force on October 27, 1989. 6. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Chief Master Sgt. Bennett is assigned to the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. Chief Fuller 737th Training Support Squadron Before the ceremony, all nominees were presented with a special medallion by Col. Rockie K Wilson, 37th TRW commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Training Instructor and the second as an instructor at the Goodfellow NCO It seems that there had been some mis-communication in the final stages of the mission planning, and the pilot had been given the wrong coordinates for the target. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), The 737th Training Group earned the Spirit Award at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. February 2001October 2001, Chief, Antiterrorism and Force Protection Branch, Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Scott AFB, Ill. Orozco and Massas Borges are assigned to the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. An official website of the United States government, 37 TRW announces first quarter award winners, Attendees display their squadron pride at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. His experience includes a wide range of operational, training and developmental roles and missions. [12], Less than a year after the 37th TFW saw combat in Panama, in response to the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on 2 August 1990, the 415th TFS of the 37th TFW was deployed to King Khalid International Airport, Saudi Arabia on 19 August to provide air defense over the Saudi capital of Riyadh. Prior to assuming his current position, he served as the Chief of Enlisted Force Development, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, Washington. The officer was beaten and his wife was threatened with sexual abuse. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, 15. Colunga is the first sergeant for the 737th Training Support Squadron, 737th Training Group and the 37th TRW Wing Staff Agencies. [8], There was also debate about which unit designation would be adopted at Holloman. This work, Command chief beyond humbled to serve with Warhawk family, by Annette Crawford, identified by DVIDS, must comply with the restrictions shown on https://www.dvidshub.net/about/copyright. Chief Master Sergeant Sharon Lamb Fuller is the Command Chief missions graduating more than 85,000 students annually. ASSIGNMENTS [9]:65 The wing was activated at the newly built Ph Ct Air Base, South Vietnam and it was assigned to Pacific Air Forces. He's shown here talking to Airmen as they departed for the holidays during the tech training "Exodus" Dec. 23, 2020. 2021 - Artificial Intelligence for National Security Course, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, Mass. February 2011 - April 2012, Operations Superintendent, 24th IS, Ramstein AB, Germany On 1 July 1993, IAAFA was reassigned to Lackland's new host, the 37th Training Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Attendees applaud as award recipients are announced at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. February 2013 - September 2014, 1N1 Functional Manager, HQ AF ISR Agency, JBSA-Lackland, Texas The use of F-117As was based on their night-bombing accuracy, rather than stealth, as the PDF lacked heavy air defenses. Brig. 2008 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award nominee, 607th Air Intelligence Group NEWS; ABOUT; UNITS The 37th Training Group, with its . Walk in your own shoes. "I definitely enjoy reading and listening to books. Joint Service Commendation medal with oak leaf cluster from the personnel specialist technical school at Keesler Air Force Base, in support of OPERATIONS SOUTHERN WATCH and ENDURING FREEDOM and trips to Uruguay,