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  • Energy conservation: Everyone can make a difference

    For those of you who have been serving the Air Force for any length of time, you're probably used to change. You've heard -- and probably used -- the phrase "flexibility is the key to air power" when faced with change. For those who are new to the Air Force, get used to it. It's who we are -- it

  • Change is best viewed as a positive challenge

    With the weather warming and new growth appearing, the smell of spring is in the air -- bringing with it the promise of change. This means a transition to warmer weather, outdoor activities and longer days. Of course, it also brings the end of a school year, a permanent change of station for many

  • Positive attitude, focus key to success while deployed

    Over the last couple of decades, Air Force deployments have gone from the exception to the norm. No longer do folks talk about if they'll deploy, now the discussion is when they'll deploy -- or even more common, when they'll deploy next. Just the other day, while deployed here in Southwest Asia, I

  • Upcoming group reorganizations will streamline operations

    In my last article, I compared life to a game of Texas Hold 'Em poker and the final statement was "I can't wait to see what is in your winning hand." Life certainly ran Team McChord hard over the past seven months. A short-notice Nuclear Surety Inspection, a Logistics Standardization Evaluation

  • Pride in mission unites Team McChord

    With the sun making a welcomed and unexpected visit during this past President's Day weekend, I like many, took advantage of the weather and headed out to see what the members of Team McChord did during their "down time". Of many experiences, I had the pleasure of seeing two retirees walking along a

  • Embrace, celebrate McChord’s diversity

    Every February, our great nation celebrates the history of African-Americans during Black History Month. Team McChord will take time to remember some of the great leaders that helped shape our nation during its annual Black History Month luncheon at the McChord Clubs and Community Center on Tuesday

  • Team McChord is synonymous with family

    During the past two weeks, I have had the chance to meet many of the outstanding professionals comprising Team McChord. After only a few visits to offices here on base, I immediately realized why McChord has earned so many awards and accolades. I have no doubt the best combat airlifters in Air

  • Thanks Team McChord for a great welcome

    Thank you, Team McChord! Tina and I are excited to be a part of this great family. I want to say thanks to everyone who helped put together the world class change of command ceremony last Wednesday. It was a perfect beginning for my family and I, and we couldn't be more appreciative of all the hard

  • Team McChord: It's been a privilege

    On Wednesday, we will pass the 62nd Airlift Wing flag from one wing commander to another. It is difficult for me to think of no longer being McChord's wing commander, because I have such strong affection for the men and women who make this a great and successful wing. We have accomplished much

  • Team McChord: Ready when duty calls

    Our motto, Global Reach for America, rang loud and true last week. A C-17 from McChord air dropped critical engine supplies to a disabled British fishing trawler caught for over two weeks in packed ice off Antarctica's northern coast. The Argos Georgia had a very grim outlook with dangerous icebergs