SPC Parlanti was instrumental in leading a highly skilled team during the CH-47F tear down and build up operation as part of Operation Talisman Saber. Through his exceptional guidance, the team achieved unparalleled success by exceeding the standard for blade removal for 4 CH-47s. It took them 6 hours to remove 24 blades, when it should have taken them 9 hours and 36 minutes. His leadership not only demonstrated his technical proficiency but also inspired his fellow Soldiers to strive for excellence in all their endeavors.
ACHIEVEMENT #3
Specialist Parlanti's collaborative efforts with fellow service members resulted in the successful completion of comprehensive maintenance on six CH-47F phases. This notable achievement significantly elevated the company's mission capabilities, ensuring optimal readiness and sustaining a fleet of mission-capable aircraft. His dedication has played a pivotal role in enhancing the overall success and operational effectiveness of the unit.
As a crew chief, SSG Nero directly contributed to the overall success of the brigade by flying more than 100 flight hours. SSG Nero assisted the platoon sergeant with personnel management, scheduling and coordinating maintenance for aircrafts by working with Production Control, D Company maintainers, and back shops. His efforts enabled the Flippers to support every mission and increased proficiency within the 82nd Airborne Division.
FOR MERITORIOUS SERVICE AS CH-47 HELICOPTER REPAIRER IN SUPPORT OF MILITARY OPERATIONS AGAINST TERRORIST AGGRESSION IN THE REPUBLIC OF AFGHANISTAN. DURING THIS PERIOD, SERGEANT YOUNG SELFLESSLY UTILIZED HIS KNOWLEDGE OF NONDESTRUCTIVE TECHNOLOGY TO SINGLE HANDEDLY DEMAGNETIZE THE INTERNAL COMPONENTS OF A CH-47 CHINOOK DURING HIS OFF DUTY TIME. THROUGH DILIGENCE AND DETERMINATION, HE ACCOMPLISHED THE TASK QUICKLY AND COMPLETELY AND RETURNED A THIRTY FIVE MILLION DOLLAR ASSET BACK INTO SERVICE AND INSPIRED HIS PEERS AND SUBORDINATES TO STRIVE FOR GREATER ACHIEVEMENT. SERGEANT YOUNG'S COMMENDABLE PERFORMANCE IS IN KEEPING WITH THE FINEST TRADITIONS OF MILITARY SERVICE AND REFLECTS CREDIT UPON HIMSELF, THE 354TH MAINTENANCE SQUADRON AND THE UNITED STATES ARMY.
EXCEPTIONALLY MERITORIOUS SERVICE WHILE SERVING AS A CH-47F PILOT-IN-COMMAND AND OPERATIONS OFFICER. MAJOR WOOKEY'S REMARKABLE PERFORMANCE AND DEVOTION TO DUTY GREATLY CONTRIBUTED TO THE UNIT'S MISSION SUCCESS. HIS ACTIONS ARE IN KEEPING WITH THE FINEST TRADITIONS OF MILITARY SERVICE AND REFLECTS GREAT CREDIT UPON HIMSELF, 82ND AIRBORNE DIVISION, THE UNITED STATES ARMY, AND THE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR FORCE.
