Q1) Where is your hometown?
A1) Brunswick, Ga.
Q2) How long have you been in the Air Force?
A2) 19 months.
Q3) How long have you been at Holloman?
A3) 4 Months.
Q4) What squadron are you a part of, what is your job title and what are your duties?
A4) I am part of the 54th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 311th Aircraft Maintenance Unit an F-16 assistant dedicated crew chief. I am a front-line manager of a $24.9M F-16CG aircraft; prioritize, oversee, and execute aircraft specific maintenance strategy. I perform aircraft basic post-flight, pre-flight, thru-flight, walk around, end of runway and special inspections. I troubleshoot malfunctions, determine maintenance actions, ensure timely repairs and monitor the status of parts. I conduct ground handling, flying related tasks such as aircraft launch, recovery, tow and servicing; along with forms documentation.
Q5) What is your personal motto?
A5) “If you’re gonna do it, do it right.”
Q6) Name two of your long-term goals?
A6a) - Achieve a Bachelor’s Degree.
A6b) - Be a good leader in the United States Air Force.
Q7) What are your off-duty interests and hobbies?
A7) I enjoy playing sports and the guitar.
Q8) Who or what are your inspirations?
A8) My mother, she has sacrificed and worked hard to provide for my siblings and me. I strive to make her proud and to work as hard as she does.
Nominating reason for selection:
“A1C King is an amazing Airman and repeatedly sets the example for his peers,” said Senior Master Sgt. Brian James McRory, 311th Aircraft Munitions Unit assistant superintendent.
Date Taken: | 03.01.2017 |
Date Posted: | 03.01.2017 15:55 |
Story ID: | 225378 |
Location: | HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, NM, US |
Hometown: | BRUNSWICK, GA, US |
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