SLOWING DOWN TO INCREASE YOUR SPEED AIRMEN SHARE KNOW-HOW WITH INDIAN AIR FORCE WING CELEBRATES ITS OWN F F reedom lyer C ontents r s 4 unning eMinar a a b 5 nnual Wards anquet P i r 7 ass n evieW a s 11 irMan Potlight e s ditorial taff C . M j. u ol iChael nderKofler CoMMander M . K a C C . a e aj elly nn harland aPt llison Cung PubliC affairs Chief PubliC affairs offiCer M s . d t. j C a. d l aster gt onna effries hristian e uCa nonCoMMissioned offiCer in Charge editor s a C s t . s . j e. W enior irMan helsea Mith eCh gt onathan hite Photojournalist Photojournalist/editor o n the Cover Senior Airman Diana Getting of the 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron monitors the progress of engine cover installation on a KC-10 Extender amid high winds and feathery SLOWING DOWN TO INCREASE YOUR SPEED snowflakes during snow removal efforts here AIRMEN SHARE KNOW-HOW WITH INDIAN AIR FORCE Jan. 25 WING CELEBRATES ITS OWN Photo by Tech. Sgt Jonathan White This funded Air Force Reserve magazine is an authorized publication for members of the U.S. military and their family. Contents of Freedom Flyer are not necessarily the official views of the U.S. government, the Depart- ment of Defense, or the Department of the Air Force. All photos are Air Force photos unless otherwise indicated. The editorial content is edited, prepared and provided by the 514th Air Mobility Wing public affairs office, 2217 W. Arnold Ave., Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J. 08641. 2 Freedom Flyer WWW.514AMW.AFRC.AF.MIL Tech. Sgt. David Delitta and Senior Airmen Alejandro Enriquez and Diana Getting of the 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, install engine covers on the KC-10 Extender aircraft to prevent snow accumulation here Jan. 25 on the flightline. Photo by Master Sgt. Donna T. Jeffries Photo by Tech Sgt. Jonathan White F F 3 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/514THAIRMOBILITYWING reedom lyer Born to Run Photos and Story by Christian DeLuca 514th Air Mobility Wing public affairs Lieutenant Colonel Mark Cucuzzella, Air Force Mara- thon chief medical consultant, conducted a day-long running seminar at Fort Dix, Feb 21, highlighting methods and hab- its designed to reduce injury, increase running speeds and improve overall health. Dr. Cucuzzella, who is also a Professor of Family Medi- cine at West Virginia Univer- sity, director of the Freedom’s Run races held annually in West Virginia, and executive director of the Natural Running Center a comprehensive web Dr. Mark Cucuzzella leads seminar attendees in running drills designed to improve form and mobility. Cucuzzella teaches a low-impact, fun resource focused on running, approach to running that concetrates on form, aerobic conditioning and diet, focusing on increased overall health rather than short-term has been racing competitively advances. over the past 30 years complet- ing more than 70 marathons to have a good engine. Along the elimination or inclusion hips and knees all line up. and ultra-marathons. He has with the engine, you have to of certain types of food, Dr. To increase endurance, the won the Air Force Marathon have a good chassis. Then Cucuzzella explained the best doctor recommends slowing twice, the last one in 2011, just you need good form or move- way to get proper nutrition is down. shy of his 45th birthday. ment. And then there’s the through moderation and eating “If you die of a heart attack, The seminar focused on a fuel.” real foods, or foods that were it doesn’t matter how healthy three-pronged approach to run- “Food is the medicine,” he recently alive. you are,” he said, explaining ning and health improvement, told attendees, “Understand In 2000, after an injury that overexertion can be just which includes: increased food. Learn how to cook. It resulting in arthritis in his big as detrimental to your health endurance, proper form and will improve your running. toe, Dr. Cucuzzella underwent as inactivity. proper fuel or diet. “Ounces are lost in the surgery and was told to quit Dr. Cucuzzella spoke about “Your body is like an air- gym, pounds are lost in the running. After studying elite, the difference between aerobic plane,” said Dr. Cucuzzella. kitchen,” he added. natural runners, including run- and anaerobic exercise stating “To have a sustainable long Although many diets ners from Kenya and “canyon that slowing down your pace performance life, you’ve got advertise better health through runners” from the Tarahumara will increase your oxygen Indians, he embraced their intake which will, over time, form, which minimizes stress increase your mitochondria on the body. and capillary count. Mitochon- This style of running dria are the “energy factories” focused on not over-striding that deliver oxygen to the and contacting the ground with blood stream and the capillar- the middle of the foot, while it ies are the “roads” the energy was right below the knee. This travels to get there. When you style of running put less strain have an increase in the two, on the joints and enabled Dr. you are able to get more oxy- Cucuzzella to continue to run gen to the blood stream with without doing further damage less exertion, therefore your to his feet. speed will increase with less Proper posture also helps to effort and injury. improve form, he said before To find out more about Dr. going over a number of bal- Cucuzzella and his running ancing exercises designed to methods visit his Air Force improve posture. Good posture Reserve Command-funded Dr. Mark Cucuzzella demonstrates the “couch” stretch, used to loosen up the hips and torso, varies slightly from person to website www.efficientrunning. during his day-long running seminar Feb 21. Cucuzzella used a combination of classroom person, but a good rule is to net or his other website www. lecturing and physical application to teach his healthier running style. stand so the ears, shoulders, naturalrunningcenter.com. 4 F F reedom lyer WWW.514AMW.AFRC.AF.MIL Col. Cynthia A. Wong, 514th Mission Support Group commander, and fellow members receive the group-level Freedom Wing award at the 14th Annual Awards Banquet held at Tommy B’s Community Center here Jan. 11. Annual awards banquet recognizes Wing’s finest Photos and Story by Senior Airman Chelsea Smith 514th Air Mobility Wing public affairs Despite the rainy weather, 514th Air Mobility Wing members convened in support and recognition of more than 60 noteworthy Airmen for their accomplishments dur- The Joint Base Honor Guard perform the Missing Man Table and ing the 2013 fiscal year at the 14th Annual Awards Banquet held at the community Honors Ceremony during the 514th Air Mobility Wing’s annual center here Jan. 11. awards ceremony Jan 11. The ceremony honors missing members of Award winners included: Senior Airman Sara Kim, 35th Aerial Port Squadron, the five services of the military. Airman of the Year; Staff Sgt. Francis A. Carcel, 514th Aircraft Maintenance Squad- ron, nonCommissioned Officer of the Year; Senior Master Sgt. Christopher Hofrich- ter, 514th Maintenance Operations Squadron, Senior NCO of the Year; Master Sgt. James T. Meehan, 78th Air Refueling Squadron, First Sergeant of the Year; Capt. Erin Fassold, 88th Aerial Port Squadron, Company Grade Officer of the Year; Mar- jorie Green, 76th Aerial Refueling Squadron, Category 1: Civilian of the Year; Carl Schmidt, 514th Force Support Squadron, Category 2: Civilian of the Year. Three additional awards were presented to Airmen and two Freedom Wing awards were given at the squadron and group level. Winners of the Chief Master Sgt. Antoinette Kolesnikov Mentorship award, pre- sented to an individual or group who best displays the spirit of mentorship, and the John Purroy Mitchel Cup award, presented for outstanding leadership and advocacy of the United States Air Force Reserve culture, included Master Sgt. Lorraine Cuff, 88th Aerial Port Squadron and the 514th Aerospace Medicine Squadron, respectively. The Maj. Gen. Joseph A. McNeil award, presented in honor of the former Free- dom Wing commander, was awarded posthumously to Master Sgt. James Vigilante and accepted by his daughter, Ashlee. The award is given in commemoration of the general’s 39 years of military service, his career as a civil service worker with the Federal Aviation Administration, and his contributions as a civil rights pioneer. To conclude the evening’s festivities, the group and squadron level Freedom Wing awards were presented to the 514th Mission Support Group and the 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, respectively. These awards recognize the group and squadron that earned the most points for submitting officer and enlisted performance reports, awards and decorations, quarterly awards, and other individual award nominations. The awards banquet is a formal affair to highlight the outstanding achievements of individuals, squadrons and groups within the 514th AMW. Individuals are nominated by their peers for consideration. Winners of these awards are forwarded to the 4th Air Force to compete with other units within the numbered Air Force. Those selected Col. Thomas J. Pizzolo, 514th Aerospace Medicine Squadron will compete with individuals at the Air Force Reserve Command level, and upon commander, and Master Sgt. Vanity N. Day, 514th AMDS, accept further selection, will compete for the prestigious Air Force 12 Outstanding Airmen the Mitchell Cup Award on behalf of their squadron at the 14th of the Year and the Air Force First Sergeants of the Year. Annual Awards Banquet held at Tommy B’s Community Center here Jan. 11. F F 5 WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/514THAIRMOBILITYWING reedom lyer As “Fini” flight lands, a career takes off Photo and Story by Christian DeLuca 514th Air Mobility Wing public affairs The final flight of an Airman is a time-hon- ored tradition steeped in history, camaraderie and the reflection of one’s career. But for Senior Master Sgt. Anthony Nanni, 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, his final flight is also the first flight for one of the newest members of the 514th Air Mobility Wing…and that couldn’t make him happier. Nanni’s son, Airman Andrew Nanni, who joined the wing late Senior Master Sgt Anthony Nanni and Airman Andrew Nanni, 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, check the tire pressure of a KC-10 Extender aircraft as last year, accompanied part of the pre-flight inspection. The flight was the elder Nanni’s final flight of his career and the younger Nanni’s first. his father on his “Fini Flight” Feb. 4, culminating 30 plus years of well. He said Andrew’s decision to join “As long as I can remember, he was service with the wing. the 514th is a smart move that, if played always going to cool places around the “It’s great. It’s rare to be able to work right, should reap him a number of rewards world,” Andrew Nanni said. “I remember side-by-side on a mission with your kid. throughout his years of service. pictures of him with the Thunderbirds and I’m lucky to be in a position to do just that,” “I know it will help him learn the impor- I thought that was cool. He seems to love Nanni said. “I can’t wait to see him on his tance of teamwork,” he said. “Not just for his job. No doubt he’s had bad days, who first flight and watch him bust his butt pre- the soul purpose of launching jets, but also doesn’t, but overall he loves his job.” paring the jet before and after the leg of each from the safety aspect of having each other’s Travel, education and having a success- mission.” back in a hazardous environment. ful and rewarding career are some things “I hope he develops a strong pride in the Andrew Nanni hopes to gain from his ser- role he plays in the overall success of the vice. He will also become a part of a family mission,” the senior Nanni continued. “And military tradition that began with his grand- I hope he builds a few long lasting friend- father, who served during World War II in ships, like I have over the years.” the Army. It’s the friendships and relationships that “My dad’s in, I’m in, and somewhere in Anthony Nanni, who has worked as section the next two or three years you’ll probably chief for the 714th AMXS the past 17 years, see another Nanni running around, because said he will miss the most when he leaves my little brother is thinking about joining. the wing. It would be cool to work with him,” he said. “I have been blessed to work with some “Hopefully, one day, my kids will be in the Airman Andrew Nanni, 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, of the greatest groups of men and women, Air Force as well.” poses next to his father Senior Master Sgt. Anthony Nanni, at McGuire Air Force Base, for the past 34 As for his father, Anthony Nanni maybe 714th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron before accompanying years,” he said. “Not just in the maintenance retiring from the Air Force Reserve, but he him on his “Fini” flight. field, but from all the support groups, like doesn’t want to stop making contributions to the flying squadrons, military pay, customer the public. “I am proud of him,” Andrew Nanni said. service, medical group, arial port…I could “I’m not ready for that yet,” he said. “I’m glad I got to work with him during his go on and on. Without a doubt I will miss “Though I’ll end my military career, I still last months here. I know he wanted to go on the people.” would like to put in another 10 years of civil at least one trip together. For it to be his final Andrew Nanni said it is his father’s over- service somewhere.” flight and my first flight is something really all happiness with his job that made the deci- cool.” sion to join easy. That, and the stories and The senior Nanni is proud of his son as photos his father brought back from his trips. 6 Freedom Flyer WWW.514AMW.AFRC.AF.MIL P I r ass n evIew As “Fini” flight lands, a career takes off Photo by Master Sgt Donna Jeffries Tech Sgt. Ryan Jackson, 732nd Airlift Squadron, poses with Tech. Sgt. (Ret.) George Watson, an original Tuskegee Airman, at a Human Resource Development Council-sponsored mentoring luncheon,Feb 7, where Watson shared stories of his experiences. The luncheon was the first of a series planned for 2014. Photo by Christian DeLuca Col. James D. Marques, Col. Jack Sariego, 514th Aeromedical Staging Squad- ron, and Col. Thomas Pizzolo, 514th Aerospace Medicine Squadron listen as Col. Michael Underkofler, 514th AMW commander speaks at a combined Photo by Staff Sgt Aristide Colonna Change of Command, Assumption of Command ceremony. During the Col. Michael Underkofler, 514th Air Mobility Wing commander, and Command Chief Master Sgt. Kevin ceremony Marques relinquished command of the 514th ASTS to Sariego Warbrick, 514 AMW, pose with country singer Lindsey Ellyn after she performed a free concert for wing and Pizzolo assumed command of the 514th AMDS. members Feb. 7. Photo by Senior Airman Chelsea Smith Chief Master Sgt. (Ret.) Chryl Ruff, 514th Aerospace Medical Squadron, hugs her granddaughter, Ana, during her reitrement ceremony Dec. 6 2013. Photo by Senior Airman Chelsea Smith Members of the 514 Air Mobility Wing gather at Tommy B’s Com- munity Activities Center Sept. 7, for the quarterly commanders call. WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/514THAIRMOBILITYWING Freedom Flyer 7 Wing’s vice commander recieves a Philly farewell Photo by Christian DeLuca Col Jonathan Spare, 514th Air Mobility Wing vice commander, poses with members of the Philadelphia Eagles cheer squad and mascot Swoop, Feb. 23, after his final flight before retirement Spare has served with the Air Force and Air Force Reserve for the past 30 years. Col. Jonathan Spare, 514th Air Mobility Wing vice commander fan, was met on the flightline by friends and family, as well as flew the final flight of his 30-year career in the Air Force and Air Eagles cheerleaders and their mascot Swoop. Force Reserve here Feb. 23. Spare, a diehard Philadelphia Eagles P C Ulse HeCK: What advice would you give your younger self? Tech. Sgt. Fely Shuler Senior Master Victoria Rivera Capt. Gwen Jean Emizet 514th Force Support Sgt. 514th Air Mobility Wing Soden 514th Force Squadron Chris Hofrichter 514th Mission Support Support Squadron 514th Maintenance “Go to college, save Group “To love other people Group money, invest in an IRA “Have patience and all the time even when and to stay true to you. “Be brave. It’s been my humility to be able to I don’t feel like it. Try to “Integrity is a full-time Don’t let anyone intimi- motto lately.” be more effective at the understand everyone’s calling. No matter what date you from striving workplace, especially uniqueness despite level of responsibility, for a better future.” relevant in my line of differences. And lastly, there is always someone work, which is that patience is key. out there who is within customer service.” Smile because laugh- your sphere of influence, ter makes your heart whether you’re aware of younger.” it or not.” 8 F F WWW.514AMW.AFRC.AF.MIL reedom lyer Col. Spare shares a moment with his wife, Cheryl, after landing a KC-10 Extender aircraft and getting soaked by friends and family, who sprayed him with water and champagne to celebrate the final flight of his career. Left: Mrs. Clause (Nancy DeVito, ) poses with Capt. Roxanne Nicholas, 514th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, during the 514th Air Mobility Wing holiday breakfast, Dec 5. Clockwise from above: Retirees converse with reservists at the 732nd Airlift Squadron’s annual retiree’s holiday breakfast. Col Jonathan Spare, 514th AMW vice commander, triumphantly displays a present he received during a “white elephant” gift exchange at the wing’s holiday party. Tommy Warner, 732nd Airlift Squadron retiree, hangs out with old friends at the 732nd AS retiree’s holiday breakfast. Members of the 514th AMW share breakfast and holiday cheer with other Airmen, friends and family during the 514th AMW holiday break- fast. Senior Airman Donald Ramos, 514th AMW chaplain’s assistant sits on the lap of Lt. Col. Peter Souritzidis, 514th AMW chaplain, dressed as Santa Clause during the 514th AMW holiday party Photo by Christian DeLuca WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/514THAIRMOBILITYWING Freedom Flyer 9 Courtesy photo Staff. Sgt. Michael N. Ramos and Senior Airman MD A. Mazed of the 514th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron pose with members of the Hindon Air Force Station avionics team in front a C-17 aircraft they performed training on Nov. 2013. A joint group of U.S. maintenance technicians trained the Indian Air Force avionics crew on electronic warfare mission systems detailing procedural information pertaining to card inspections, full up operational checkouts, and the removal and replacement of system core components. 514th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron shares knowledge, know-how with Indian Air Force Photo and Story by Senior Airman Chelsea Smith 514th Air Mobility Wing public affairs Two 514th Aircraft Maintenance squadron members accompa- Potential barriers to the mission were overcome while nied the 172nd and 164th Aircraft Maintenance Squadrons on a assisting the Indian team members, said Ramos. Although IAF 15-day joint training mission to India Nov. 15-30. avionics members spoke English, communication difficulties Staff Sgt. Mike Ramos and Senior Airman MD Mazed, 514th brought on by thick accents was a challenge the team had to over- AMS joined the 172nd and 164th AMS from Jackson Air National come. However, Mazed proved invaluable, operating as a liaison Guard Base and Memphis Air National Guard Base, respectively, by clarifying communications between U.S. and Indian forces, on a recent trip to Hindon Air Force Station, Ghaziabd, India to said Ramos. conduct transition training for avionics members of the Indian Air “Sometimes it was hard to understand a question or make sure Force. they understood an important message,” said Ramos. “But Mazed The team of 23 members provided on-the-job training assisting just filled in the gaps with Hindi and all the puzzled faces disap- members of the IAF to conduct home station checks on ten new peared.” C-17 aircraft and reinforced skills learned during basic mainte- Overall, the assessment of personnel and maintenance skills nance specialty courses. acquired from the electronic warfare mobile training team were The team also trained the IAF avionic members on electronic successful. At the end of training, all members of the shop were warfare mission systems, detailing procedural information per- deemed adequately prepared to complete assigned EW tasks taining to card inspections, full-up operational checkouts, and the safely and competently, and continue their commitments to study removal and replacement of system core components, said Ramos. and perform practical applications on the tasks moving forward, “We got a lot done in a very short amount of time,” said Ramos. said Ramos. “The IAF has a completely different approach to maintenance than “In the end, they were very grateful,” said Ramos. “They we do, especially when pertaining to safety practices. We have offered us a picture of them as a token of appreciation. They more support equipment to complete out jobs more efficiently, were all equally intelligent, hard-working individuals and easily from tools to uniform wear.” coachable.” 10 F F WWW.514AMW.AFRC.AF.MIL reedom lyer