CPL XXXXX's subject matter expertise played a critical role during the FY21 FORSCOM Aviation Resource Management Survey (ARMS) inspection for 3-82 GSAB. His hard work and dedication were recognized by the inspection team for his assigned system, the ATNAVICS, and also on the MOTS, ensuring the battalion's overall mission success.
CPL XXXXX played a critical role during the FY21 FORSCOM Aviation Resource Management Survey (ARMS) inspection for 3-82 GSAB. His hard work and dedication were recognized by the inspection team for his management training program, receiving the only commendable section within the company, ensuring the battalion's overall mission.
CPL XXXXX's meticulous preparation and attention to detail as the Unit Movement Officer and Advance Party NCO lead to the successful deployment of over $10,000,000 worth of equipment without incident or degradation of capabilities. His organizational expertise ensured the Mobile Tower System was the first system to deploy to support flight, refuel and sustainment operations at Self Flight Landing Strip.
CPL XXXXX provided exceptional support across multiple lines of effort in support of a multifunctional Aviation Task Force, facilitating over 725 hours flown and over 40 AMRs for the 2nd BCT, 101st Airborne Division.
FOR EXCEPTIONAL ACHIEVEMENT DURING THE 20-09 JOINT READINESS TRAINING CENTER ROTATION IN SUPPORT OF THE 2ND BRIGADE COMBAT TEAM, 101ST AIRBORNE DIVISION. YOUR COMMITMENT TO MISSION ACCOMPLISHMENT AND SELFLESS SERVICE WAS CRITICAL TO MISSION SUCCESS. THIS ACHIEVEMENT REFLECTS GREAT CREDIT UPON YOURSELF, TASK FORCE TALON AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.
SSG Alamo served as tactical team leader for the Tactical Terminal Control System (TTCS) tact team two, Training Supervisor for the Mobile Tower System, company safety NCO, and physical improvement program NCO. He revised and implemented Fox company's physical improvement program which facilitated passing scores for six previous APFT failures. His planning and dedication to physical fitness increased his own section's score over 20 points.
During SSG Alamo's tenure, he trained three Soldiers to earn their Air Traffic Control Specialist TTCS rating. He planned and executed four FTXs, directly supporting and enabling Brigade operations and Division level exercises. His guidance, leadership and risk management has lead to over 2500 miles driven by ATS facilities to locations around Fort Bragg. His controllers performed over 573 incident-free aircraft movements and facilitated more than 264 ATS facility hours in support of 82CAB and 82ID.
SSG Alamo's leadership while assigned to Fox Company 3-82 GSAB was essential to the success of the company's Aviation Resource Management Survey. As the tactical team leader he led his Air Traffic Control system to a flawless execution during the inspection. His dedication and diligence led the unit to achieve an 81% overall score, the second highest among Air Traffic Service units in the Army.
FOR EXCEPTIONALLY MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS AN AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER IN FOXTROT COMPANY 3-82 AVIATION REGIMENT. SSG ALAMOS' OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE AND DEDICATION TO DUTY CONTRIBUTED SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE OVERWHELMING SUCCESS AND SAFETY OF THE TAIS MISSIONS. HIS HARD WORK AND OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE REFLECT GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF, THE 82ND COMBAT AVIATION BRIGADE AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.
SPC Auernheimer doubled combat power by getting rated in both facilities within his platoon, the Tactical Tower Control System and Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS). His extensive knowledge and eagerness to train others in his facility helped the TAIS during the aviation resource management survey to be the most combat ready in the Army ATC community with five controllers rated.
SGT Dalusung was a valuable and dynamic Air Traffic Controller in Foxtrot Company. As the Training Supervisor, she was the cornerstone of training in the Army's most technologically advanced Mobile Tower System (MOTS). She trained over 20 controllers on the functions and capabilities, to include ATC airspace operations at numerous tactical sites to support all of 82nd CAB's missions.
During her tenure, she trained 5 Soldiers to earn their Air Traffic Control Specialist Tower rating. She helped plan and execute 14 FTXs supporting all brigade operations and division exercises. Her guidance, leadership and risk management led to over 2,500 miles driven by ATS facilities to different locations around Fort Bragg. Her controllers performed over 5,000 accident/incident free aircraft movements, and facilitated more than 500 ATS facility hours in support of 82nd CAB and 82 ABD.
SSG Eaton was selected over his peers to improve the relations between F CO, 3-82nd GSAB and the Installation Management Command (IMCOM) at Simmons Army Airfield tower. While assigned to the ATC facilities SSG Eaton trained military and civilian personnel alike, accumulating over 6,000 aviation movements without accident or incident. SSG Eaton's competence and dedication allowed him to bring expertise in multiple Air Traffic Services (ATS) facilities enabling the unit to successfully improve readiness levels of 10 controllers.
His exceptional performance as the Facility Chief of the Tactical Airspace Integrated System (TAIS), was vital to the successful achievement score of 97% on the Aviation Resource Management Survey (ARMS). The inspector stated that, his facility was operating the best out of all like facilities in Regular Army, National Guard or Reserve. He also produced the most Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) Certifications in his respective facility allowing the unit to have the most rated TAIS controllers in one geographical location.
He continuously focused on improving himself and the TAIS team by improving facility management and implementing new procedures on the set up and tear down tactical drills for the TAIS. These procedures decreased the down time of the system by 15 minutes, improving productivity by 25% and ensuring the facility would easily meet the mandated time set by ATSCOM. SSG Eaton used these procedures during four Company Field Training Exercises and developed continuity material that would be used for incoming Facility Chiefs.
SSG Eaton's selfless service and commitment to the Troopers improved the platoon physical fitness training program and led special emphasis physical training. His efforts result in an overall increase of the APFT average by 10 points. SSG Eaton also performed duties as the unit Driver's Training NCOIC preparing all Troopers to be licensed on their system vehicle for a battalion Joint Operations Aerial Exercise (JOAX) and two JRTC rotations with no known accident nor incidents.
SPC Farkas displayed his knowledge of the Tactical Airspace Integration System during numerous missions including two brigade level Warfighter exercises. His knowledge of the system played an integral part in ensuring the TAIS remained fully mission capable at all times. He played a pivotal role as a controller on multiple missions throughout Fort Bragg's ranges, controlling CAB aircraft in a TAC ring leading to zero aircraft incidents and accidents.
SFC Griffin's dynamic leadership while assigned to F CO 3-82ND GSAB, was essential to the success of the Company's Aviation Resource Management Survey (ARMS). As the Airspace Information Services (AIS) Platoon Sergeant, he led two Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems to a near flawless execution during the inspection. His dedication and due diligence led the unit to achieve an 81% overall score, the second highest among Air Traffic Services units in the Army.
SFC Griffin improved the relationship between (IMCOM) facilities and F Co by incorporating Troopers into Fort Bragg Range Control and Simmons Army Airfield Tower. He has facilitated over 10,000 aircraft movements and progressed 12 controllers to become facility rated or proficient in multiple ATC systems. He was instrumental in the development of new testing material by improving training programs to Air Traffic Services Command (ATSCOM) Academic Standards.
His commitment to the community embodied selfless-service by volunteering his time and efforts with the Fort Bragg Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) department in basketball, football and other All American events. He has accumulated over 340 hours of volunteer service to the MWR and local Middle Schools and High Schools for Harnett, Robeson, Bladen and Cumberland County. He also extended his time to support all Troop functions by organizing four gatherings, and cooking for Christmas parties.
He displayed true resiliency and determination to the unit regardless of the rigorous OPTEMPO within the Battalion. He planned and executed nine Company level Field Training Exercises and two Company level Sergeant Time Training events to enhance the overall readiness of the unit. His planning and development ensured the Company was always ready to fight tonight. He ensured his Platoon maintenance and Combat Life Saver certifications were sustained over 90%.
SGT Johnson was a valuable and dynamic Air Traffic Controller in Foxtrot Company. Since his arrival he was the cornerstone of training in the Army's Air Traffic Navigation Integration and Coordination system as the Training Supervisor. He trained over 20 controllers on the functions and capabilities, to include ATC airspace operations, at numerous tactical sites to support all of 82nd CAB's missions without accidents or incidents.
SGT Johnson participated in five Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotations, supporting all of the battalions within the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade as well as 2nd Brigade Combat Team, and 101st Airborne Division. As a Tactical Team Leader, he coordinated, planned, and executed a variety of tower missions. He also helped progress ten troopers to RL-2. While at JRTC, he supervised over 3,000 accident and incident free aircraft movements.
SGT Johnson successfully graduated from the Basic Leaders Course in the top 20% of his class, earning his way on to the Commandants List. He exemplified remarkable qualities of good leadership and achieved a grade point average of 97%. He achieved superior results in communicative writing and was clear and concise during his oral communications presentation.
SGT Johnson was selected and successfully completed the Simmons Army Airfield Ground Controlled Approach (GCA) training program, obtaining a GCA rating. He assisted in training one Department of Defense Civilian Controller which resulted in successful completion of the training program. Working at the GCA, he was responsible for 100 accident and incident free radar approaches.
SFC Ledoux's engaged leadership while assigned to F CO 3-82ND GSAB was essential to the success of the Company's Aviation Resource Management Survey. As the Terminal Platoon Sergeant, he led two Air Traffic Control (ATC) systems to a near flawless execution during the inspection. His dedication and due diligence led the unit to achieve an 81% overall score, the second highest among Air Traffic Services units in the Army. This ensured the company was combat ready at any time we were called upon.
SFC Ledoux's desire to be the best Army ATC unit helped build a Letter of Agreement (LOA) with the United States Army Installation Management Command facilities on post and was able to put eight Troopers at any given point in fixed base facilities throughout Fort Bragg. This LOA helped produce quality and confident controllers that when sent back to the company, have become subject matter experts in their respective facility.
SSG Martinez served Fox Company, 3-82ND General Support Aviation Battalion commendably as the MOTS Facility Chief instructing in UAS/Rotary Wing operations, rated 3 RL 1 Controllers and earned 81% in the ARMS inspection with the first Airfield Lighting System to be functional in the Army. Additionally he served as the Master Driver/Flight Line Driver Trainer keeping 18 vehicles FMC and licensing 15 SM for ATC missions at Mackall AAF necessary for mission success. While serving as the Recycling NCO he collected 1,000 pounds.
SSG McCoy served as the tactical team leader for the AN/ TSQ-198B (TTCS) tact team one, arms room NCOIC, and the motorcycle mentor, while assigned to Fox Company 3-82 GSAB. His dedication was vital to the unit's mission; he coordinated, planned, and executed multiple tower missions all around Fort Bragg which directly contributed to training half the company to become RL2 and his entire team RL1. He maintained his system at 100% and mission ready at all times.
SSG McCoy's leadership while assigned to Fox Company 3-82 GSAB, was essential to the success of the Company's Aviation Resource Management Survey (ARMS). As the tactical team leader he led his Air Traffic Control (ATC) system to a flawless execution during the inspection. His dedication and due diligence led the unit to achieve an 81% overall score, the second highest among Air Traffic Services units in the Army.
SGT Murray was a critical asset throughout his tenure with Fox Company, as the only controller within the company rated in every tactical system. His knowledge of air traffic control systems, their capabilities, policies, and procedures enabled him as a trainer to progress 15 Troopers from RL 2 to RL 1. His exceptional effort made Fox Company a combat multiplier while supporting the 82nd Airborne Division in three CTC rotations and four gunneries.
SGT Pickering's jack-of-all-trades attitude has been a valuable and dynamic Air Traffic Controller in Foxtrot Company. Since his arrival he has been the cornerstone of training Ft Bragg controllers to include 3-58 AOB and 1-130ths National Guard Troopers as the go-to trainer. He has trained over 15 controllers on theory of operations, functions and capabilities, to include ATC airspace operations and maneuvers at numerous different tactical sites to support all of 82nd CABâ s missions without accidents or incidents.
SGT Pickering served as tactical team leader for the Tactical Terminal Control System (TTCS) tact team one, Facility Chief for the Mobile Tower System, company motor Sergeant NCO, and physical improvement program NCO. He revised and implemented Fox company's physical improvement program that facilitated passing scores for four previous APFT failures. His planning and dedication to physical fitness increased his own section's score over 20 points.
SGT Pickering participated in one Joint Readiness Training Center (JRTC) rotations, supporting all of the battalions within the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade as well as 3rd Brigade Combat Team, and 101st Airborne Division. As a Tactical Team Leader, he coordinated, planned, and executed a variety of tower missions. He also helped progress four troopers to RL-1. While at JRTC, he supervised over 2,000 accident and incident free aircraft movements.
SGT Pickering's leadership while assigned to Fox Company 3-82 GSAB was essential to the success of the company's Aviation Resource Management Survey. As the tactical team leader he led his Air Traffic Control system to a flawless execution during the inspection. His dedication and due diligence led the unit to achieve an 81% overall score, the second highest among Air Traffic Services units in the Army.
SPC Reyes hard work and dedication to the mission success of the Multi-functional Aviation Task Force "SABRE" greatly impacted Fox Company's overall deployment readiness. She spearheaded the SRP and Vehicle portion of the Operational Readiness Survey as well as heavily assisted other sections of the inspection. Her actions were highly commended by the inspectors and resulted in a PASS for 75 percent of the inspection.
SSG Trevino was the most valuable and dynamic Air Traffic Controller in Foxtrot Company. He was the cornerstone of training in the Army's most technological pieces of ATC equipment: the Mobile Tower System (MOTS), the Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS), the Air Traffic Navigation Integration and Coordination System (ATNAVIC's) and the Tactical Terminal Control System (TTCS).
During SSG Trevino's tenure, he trained 18 Soldiers to earn their Air Traffic Control Specialist Tower rating. He planned and executed 5 FTXs supporting all brigade operations and division exercises. His guidance, leadership and risk management led to over 2,500 miles driven by ATS facilities to different locations around Fort Bragg. His controllers performed over 1,000 accident/incident free aircraft movements, and facilitated more than 500 ATS facility hours in support of 82 CAB and 82 ABD.
SSG Trevino was chosen over his peers to become the MOTS facility chief based on his knowledge of the system and drive to maintain accountability of the system and components. He has also maintained accountability of platoon headquarters equipment and acted as platoon sergeant on numerous occasions with excellent results.
SSG Wright served as Facility Chief for the Tactical Airspace Integration System, which is a position normally held by a higher rank. He also held multiple additional duties such as company retention NCO, barracks NCO and physical improvement program NCO. As the Facility Chief in the company's most complex facility, he trained and rated six of his Troopers and made crew drills to set up the system in a timely, efficient manner.
SSG Wright was cross trained in both facilities and supported multiple missions including two company level FTXs, two JRTC rotations, and five platoon level missions throughout the ranges on Fort Bragg. His guidance, leadership and risk management lead to over 1,200 miles driven by ATS facilities to locations around Fort Bragg. His controllers performed over 6000 accident/incident free aircraft movements and facilitated more than 1000 ATS facility hours in support of the 82nd Airborne Division.
SGT McAlister displayed his knowledge of the Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS) during numerous missions including one Brigade level Warfighter exercise. His knowledge of the system played an integral part in ensuring the TAIS remained fully mission capable at all times. In addition, he played a pivotal role as a Shift Leader on multiple missions throughout Fort Bragg's ranges, controlling CAB aircraft in a TAC ring leading to zero aircraft incidents and accidents.
Meritorious service as Air Traffic Control Standardization and Evaluations NCOIC from XXXXXXX to XXXXXXX. During this time, Sergeant XXXXXX's professionalism and air traffic control expertise were evident immediately upon his arrival. Within six months, Sergeant XXXXXX earned his facility rating and was appointed as White Sands Radar Facilities Standardization and Evaluations, NCOIC. He managed the Air Traffic Control certification and ratings program for 53 personnel and conducted over 48 U.S. Army and Federal Aviation Administration certifications with over 250 criterion test. His vast knowledge was instrumental while evaluating the Controller Development Program and Procedures leading to the facilities "Excellent" rating during the Headquarters Air Traffic Systems and Evaluation Program inspection. Additionally, as watch supervisor he insured the flawless recovery of an aircraft with hydraulics system failure saving 30 million dollars and 15 crew members. Furthermore his expansion of Triad airspace was coined by the Air Support Operations Commander for outstanding support during the PECOS Strike Close Air Support Exercise. Sergeant XXXXXX's extraordinary efforts and accomplishments during this period reflect credit upon himself, 10th Combat Aviation Brigade and the United States Army.
Meritorious service as Air Traffic Control Operator, Ballad Air Base from XXXXXX - XXXXXXX. During this period, while deployed to Ballad AB, Iraq in support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Specialist Kane's attention to detail and superior dedication were lauded by the Wing Commander of the 332nd Air Expeditionary Wing after being hand picked to the Headquarters Elite Guard. Specialist Kane maintained operations during 53 indirect fire attacks, regulated more than 26 sites and protected more than $3,000,000,000 in Aviation Regiment assets including unit leadership and over 100 visitors daily. Sergeant Kane's loyalty and dedication to duty reflect credit upon himself, the 10th Combat Aviation Brigade and the United States Army.
Meritorious service as Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge, Air Traffic Control Training. Hand-picked to assume this vital role, he streamlined the training program by restructuring 9 position certification guides for two facilities, eliminating 12 redundant and superfluous tasks and reducing the average facility certification time by 30 percent. Additionally, Sergeant Norman directed the implementation of a revised MOS Education and Training Plan by reviewing 288 Specialty Training Standard tasks, aligning them with the existing Bagram Air Traffic Control training program, and overseeing 60 training record transcriptions. Furthermore, Sergeant Norman was selected to represent U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) for an Airfield Operations working group to develop a service-wide standardized Training Review Board format, enhancing the ability to track Air Traffic Control and Airfield Management training trends for continuous process improvement. Finally, Sergeant Norman served as the Air Boss liaison for the 2017 "Wings of Freedom" airshow, coordinating movement for 27 dynamic and static displays. Sergeant Norman's dedication and devotion to duty is in keeping with the finest traditions of the Army and reflects great credit upon himself, 1-126th Aviation Battalion, the Rhode Island National Guard and the United States Army.
