Now the command chief for the 37th Training Wing, Chief Master Sgt. The 37th TRW is comprised of six air groups, 21 squadrons, nearly 20 geographically separated unit schools in nine locations throughout the U.S. with 4,000 permanent-party service members, graduating more than 80,000 students annually, including Basic Military Training. ASSIGNMENTS . It was assigned to Ninth Air Force of Tactical Air Command and was activated on 8 April 1953 at Clovis Air Force Base, New Mexico. [3][4], The 37th Training Wing consists of five training groups and graduates more than 80,000 students annually. Michael Morgan, 37th Training Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, sits inside a helicopter used for training international partner nation students and U.S. Air Force members, during an immersion briefing at the IAAFA Airfield Training Complex, May 10, 2021. 37 TRW Command Team - Facebook Chief Master Sgt. He's shown here talking to Airmen as they departed for the holidays during the tech training "Exodus" Dec. 23, 2020. The academy had brought its technical training mission to Lackland in August 1992 from the hurricane-wrecked Homestead AFB in Florida. The choice of the 415th, 416th and 417th Tactical Fighter Squadrons were significant, as these were all World War II P-61 Black Widow night fighter squadrons. Command Chief 80th Flying Training Wing Jun 2022 - Present 11 months. [8], However, the inactivation was of short duration. November 1989 January 1990, student, Personnel Specialist Course, Keesler Military Working Dog Puppy Foster Program, Center for Teaching & Learning Excellence (CTLE), Defense Language Institute English Language Center, 637th International Support Squadron - Operations, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. I will always remember when I first interviewed for the executive assistant to the command chief position with Chief Blazier. As the two F-117As approached the release point, a moment of confusion occurred that would mar their debut. 97th Security Forces Squadron, Altus AFB, Oklahoma (Chief Blaziers first executive assistant) The compassion and caring the leadership team of Stefan and Jenn Blazier has forever benefited the 37th Training Wing and they will be greatly missed. In the twenty-first century, the 937th Training Group, the Air Force component of the Medical Education and Training Campus located at Fort Sam Houston, was replaced by the 59th Training Group, part of the 59th Medical Wing. They would act as "a giant stun grenade," to confuse the PDF troops without killing them. 37th Training Wing. Hes very well-known and respected across the Air Force, especially in chiefs circles. Joint Service Commendation medal with oak leaf cluster After basic training, she graduated June 2022 - present, Command Chief, Air University, Maxwell AFB, Ala. MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS Legion of Merit with one oak leaf cluster Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief, at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. The mission of the F-117 was night stealth tactical fighter operations; the squadron designations were chosen to honor these pioneering World War II squadrons, which were bestowed their lineages and histories. The Lieutenant and his wife had witnessed the shooting. His selfless leadership has showed me the way that I want to conduct myself as a Senior NCO. Prior to assuming his current position, he served as the Chief of Enlisted Force Development, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, Washington. Community College of the Air Force [12], In November 1990, President Bush ordered United States Central Command to begin to prepare for offensive operations against Iraq after negotiations with President Saddam Hussein of Iraq were at an impasse. Chief Master Sgt. One bomb, intended to land about 100 yards from the 7th Company barracks, actually landed 260 yards away. (Current as of February 2020), An official website of the United States government, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. While it was rare for Senior Airmen to be MTIs, the chief said he didnt realize that then, and it certainly didnt matter. Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing . June 2005July 2007, Commander, 95th Security Forces Squadron, Edwards AFB, Calif. Its very interesting to walk back along these buildings in a completely different kind of capacity, Morgan said. Morgan, who graduated from the 322nd Training Squadron in December 1994, said BMT was a mixture of good and bad memories, but one thing was for sure: He remembered his military training instructor, Senior Airman Devon Hoffman. Air Force Base, Mississippi (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Attendees applaud as award recipients are announced at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. 1995 Bachelor of Science, Political Science, United States Air Force Academy, Colo. Her assignment background On 5 October 1989, the 37th TFW turned over F-4G aircraft to the host 35th TFW at George. This accomplishment, along with several others, was instrumental in the 37th Training Wing being named the 2021 recipient of the Verne Orr Award for Air Education and Training Command. So definitely force development is going to be a big thing, but also I want to take care of people, he said. Biographies - AF 2011 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award nominee, 24th Intelligence Squadron [12], On the night of 19 December 1989, six F-117As from the 415th TFS took off from TTR Airport. This was only 18 yards from the 6th Company barracks, which was too close. Second Lieutenant May 1, 1995 With just over a month on the job, Morgan said hes still kind of dumbstruck about being here. Gen. Collins joined the Air Force in May 1995 as a graduate from the United States Air Force Academy. At right is Master Sgt. More photos of better quality were released, and at Nellis AFB there was a public display of two F-117As. "Their desire to become citizens exemplifies their commitment and dedication to the United States," said Col. John P. O'Dell, 37th Training Wing vice commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Master Sgt. Photo By Vanessa Adame | 14. July 2009January 2010, Deputy Commander, 341st Security Forces Group, Malmstrom AFB, Mont. It was organized on 1 March 1967 and assigned to Seventh Air Force. The level of thought and intention he puts behind caring for our people and developing our Airmen is unmatched, and I could not think of a better person to be spearheading the development of our enlisted force. Formal Training, 9th Mission Support Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California Master Sgt. Chief Blazier has been an amazing command chief. [8], The 415th and 416th squadrons each flew 18 production F-117As, whereas the 417th flew the 6 pre-production F-117As (79-10780 7910785). The event was hosted by the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, who earned the Spirit Award at the last awards event. Christopher Whitcomb receives the Additional Duty First Sergeant Award from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Its hard to really capture what its like to work with Chief Blazier. May 2012 - January 2013, Superintendent, Standardization and Evaluations, Headquarters AirForce ISR Agency, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas And our missions at DLIELC and IAAFA are crucial to our international partnerships. 2019 - Senior Enlisted Leader Orientation, Judge Advocate School, Maxwell AFB, Alabama Brig. 1998 - Imagery Analysis Apprentice Course, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas Mike Morgan, 37th Training Wing command chief, addresses the crowd at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Texas. The other bomb impacted near a basketball court, about 40 yards farther from the barracks than intended. MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS 16. Whitcomb is assigned to the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. 2009 Commandants Award and Distinguished Graduate, Kisling NCO Academy Mississippi. As a result, plans were put in place to construct suitable facilities for the F-117A at Holloman AFB and to retire the F-15A/B models of the 49th FW. Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Arizona, 14. entered the Air Force on October 27, 1989. Defense Meritorious Service Medal Thats the type of leader I can and WILL follow. Sgt. JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- Chief Master Sgt. This style of leadership transforms lives. Always real, authentic, and caring his passion for this wing, its mission, and our Airmen are unmatched. Tactical Air Command also believed, while Tonopah Airport was adequate for testing and development of aircraft, it was unsuitable as a fully operational tactical base. Command chief bids farewell to 37th TRW - Nellis Air Force Base (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Chief Master Sgt. Both Edgell and Schreiber are assigned to the 341st TRS. She also completed two special duty assignments; one as a Military At the same time, HQ AETC replaced all of its training centers with two-digit numbered wings. And I find it truly remarkable. Command chief 'beyond humbled' to serve with Warhawk family 2010 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award nominee, 693rd ISR Group This was especially apparent when tough calls needed to be made. January 1990 July 1994, Personnel Specialist, 44th Missile Wing, Ellsworth [12], Despite these problems, the explosions caused the desired confusion. 2003 Associates Degree in Instructor of Technology & Military Science, The event was held at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. BJ Ford - Command Chief - 80th Flying Training Wing | LinkedIn 2008, Superintendent, Personnel Programs, Twelfth Air Force, Davis-Monthan Air We went back and forth about where we are as an Air Force, how to take care of our Airmen, creating change, leadership, and so on and so on. 1. Command Chief Blandburg Visits MWDs > Misawa Air Base > Article Display Michael R. Morgan > 37th Training Wing > Display - AF From June 1967 to May 1969, the 37th also used F-100F two-seat trainers for visual and weather reconnaissance and forward air control operations. from 10 geographically separated locations. May 2002 June 2002, Flight Instructor, Goodfellow NCO Academy, Goodfellow (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Tech. It was determined that a considerable amount of money would be saved by moving the F-117 operations out of the remote site at Tonopah. This may come up with outdated information or no information. "When we began the partnership with USCIS, we asked all trainees who would be interested in starting their application, and 111 raised their hands. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), The 737th Training Group earned the Spirit Award at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Tech. He assists the commander in ensuring the success of four primary training missions graduating more than 85,000 students annually. Chief Master Sergeant Christopher M. Gradel is the Command Chief Master Sergeant, 1st Fighter Wing, Joint Base Langley-Eustis AFB, Virginia. [8], Assigned to the 37th Training Wing were five group-level establishments. wing staff agencies, three groups, two academies and a center that operates Maya Angelou once said people will forget what you said, they will forget what you did, but they will never forget the way you made them feel. Well, Chief Blazier is the type of leader who makes every individual he comes in contact with feel overwhelmingly proud to be an Airman. Spears is assigned to the 343rd Training Squadron. Legion of Merit with two oak leaf clusters Everyone has a role to play, he said. [6][7], The 37th was established on 3 March 1953 as the United States Air Force 37th Fighter-Bomber Wing as part of the buildup on the Air Force due to the Korean War. The Inter-American Air Forces Academy had trained officer and enlisted members of various air forces in Latin America since its organization in the Panama Canal Zone on 31 October 1948. Chief Blaziers energy and passion that he brings to the job every day is an inspiration. They will host the next awards ceremony. 737th Training Group October 1989 - November 1989, trainee, Basic Military Training, Lackland Michael R. Morgan is the Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Wing aircrews and ground personnel won the United States Air Force Worldwide Fighter gunnery meet in 1985 and 1987. February 2013 - September 2014, 1N1 Functional Manager, HQ AF ISR Agency, JBSA-Lackland, Texas 737th Training Support Squadron The award was presented to the 737th Training Group for showing the most enthusiasm at the event. The Blazier family responded by pouring out love and offering to help us in any way possible. September 2000 May 2002, NCIOC, Personnel Employment and November 2004 He has served at the squadron, major command staff and combatant command staff levels both inside and outside the continental United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Attendees get into the spirit of the tropical beach theme at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Nearly 60 Airmen from the 37th Training Wing Detachment 5 completed the six-week basic military training course. 8. Aug 14 Oct 15, Command chief 'beyond humbled' to serve with Warhawk family 2. An official website of the United States government, 37 TRW announces first quarter award winners, Attendees display their squadron pride at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Commander, 37th Training Group Lieutenant Colonel Kenneth R. Herringdine Jr. Deputy Commandant, Inter-American Air Forces Academy Colonel Jos E. Jimnez Jr. Commandant, Inter-American Air Forces Academy Lieutenant Colonel Marvin S. Mark Vice Commander, 637th Training Group, and Deputy Commandant, Defense Language Institute English Language Center Adding to that, I have two elderly parents, both severely ill. This is the official Facebook page for the Command Team of the 37th Training Wing. 737th Training Support Squadron May 2016July 2018, Commander, 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas Air Force Basic Training Chain of Command - The Balance Careers The event was hosted by the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, who earned the Spirit Award at the last awards event. 2013 - Senior Enlisted ISR Master Skills Course, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas On 1 July 1993, IAAFA was reassigned to Lackland's new host, the 37th Training Wing. Stefan Blazier became the 37th Training Wing command chief in August 2019, and despite the challenges of COVID-19, he made his mark on Warhawk Nation. Duerr is assigned to the 344th Training Squadron. The flight would require five in-flight refuelings. 16. Hes one-of-a-kind and genuinely leads with his heart and faith. CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT STEFAN BLAZIER - Air University [8], In 1969, the Air Force began withdrawing the F-100 from combat duty in South Vietnam, replacing it with the McDonnell F-4D Phantom II. activities. February 2011 - April 2012, Operations Superintendent, 24th IS, Ramstein AB, Germany Legion of Merit with one oak leaf cluster His legacy will forever be felt in terms of the Airmen and students who not only came through the wings training pipeline and defense cooperation schools but also (and most importantly) in the impact he has had on the members of the wing. The 43 F-117As of the 37th TFW dropped more than 2000 tons of precision ordnance and attacked some 40 percent of the high-value targets that were struck by the Coalition forces. Chief Blazier for me, is a Chief of Airmen. After basic training, she graduated Joint Service Achievement Medal with two oak leaf clusters 2004, Director of Resources, Goodfellow NCO Academy, Goodfellow Air Force Base, By that, I mean rank doesnt apply when voicing your ideas and concerns to him. August 2019 - January 2021, Command Chief, 37th Training Wing, JBSA-Lackland, Texas 18. He laughed off the charges and dismissed Panama's president in February. permanent personnel and more than 10,000 student personnel. Daniel Anderson, 737th TRG senior enlisted leader; and Chief Master Sgt. 2011, Superintendent, Military Personnel Flight, 355th Force Support Squadron, Up until this time, the Air Force used slow propeller-driven O-1, O-2 and OV-10 aircraft for this mission. Or playing video games with my son. Julian Colunga presents the Diamond Sharp award to Tech. The 37th Training Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force assigned to the 2nd Air Force and the Air Education and Training Command. November 2005 June Air Force Achievement Medal with three oak leaf clusters Master Sergeant August 2009 SNCO of the Year, 3rd Air Force It is important that our youngest to oldest Airmen not be afraid to speak their mind and be heard. [8] Initial squadrons assigned were:[9]:656, On 15 April, the 37TFW began combat operations with strikes by 416TFS (F-100D aircraft) en route from Bien Hoa AB to their new home. Your browser is incompatible with this widget. The group was disbanded on 31 October 1943 when the threat to the Panama Canal was perceived to be lessened; its personnel being returned to the United States for reassignment to other units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame) Ive personally seen him about to leave for the day but see an Airman and end up spending another hour engaging with him. [Its because of] the amazing job that our teammates do at the 737th Training Group and the 37th TRG in taking citizens and turning them into Airmen. Initial reports spoke of PDF soldiers running around in their underwear, while others threw down their weapons. Tech. Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, 19. Hes been exactly that since the first day we met. Training Instructor and the second as an instructor at the Goodfellow NCO He values the opinion of every Airman, from the seasoned group superintendent down to the brand new trainee in Basic Military Training. February 2001October 2001, Chief, Antiterrorism and Force Protection Branch, Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Scott AFB, Ill. All military personnel were permanently assigned to Nellis AFB, Nevada, and were transported once each week by air. The 37th FW was a senior organization to the 49th FW, and initially it was announced that the 49th FW would be inactivated and the 37th would become the new host unit at Holloman. [8], With the escalation of the Vietnam War in 19651966, the Air Force re-activated the unit and re-designated it as the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing (TFW) and activated it on 26 October 1966. January 2010 - January 2011, Flight Chief, Operations Training, 24th IS, Ramstein AB, Germany Thank you for everything, Chief! (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Tony Coe, director of the 637th Training Support Squadron, accepts the Civilian Category III Non-Supervisory award on behalf of Samantha Perkins from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. September 2008 - January 2010, NCOIC, ISR Operations, 603th Air Operations Center, Ramstein AB, Germany These newly deployed personnel were sent to Tuy Hoa Air Base along with their F-100 D/F aircraft. Chief teaches us the big picture of the mission is in caring at all levels. July 2007July 2009, Commander, 341st Missile Security Forces Squadron, Malmstrom AFB, Mont. U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michele Edmondson, 2nd Air Force commander, and Chief Master Sgt. May 1999February 2001, Operations Officer, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, Fairchild AFB, Wash. "I definitely enjoy reading and listening to books. The training includes such skills as assessing pain levels, infection control, taking a patient's vital signs, assisting with spinal immobilization, patient movement, and respiratory care. Additionally, he was the Deputy Director, United States Air Forces Central Command, Air Force Forces Force Protection, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Perkins is assigned to the Defense Language Institute English Language Center. July 1994 January 1995, Assignments Specialist, 28th Mission Support One of the targets was the Battalion 2000 barracks at Rio Hato Airfield. First Airmen graduate BMT at Keesler since 1968 5. CARLOS F. DAMIAN > Kunsan Air Base > Biographies Additionally, he was the Deputy Director, United States Air Forces Central Command, Air Force Forces Force Protection, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. Chief Master Sgt. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame) 37 TRW recognized with Verne Orr Award for AETC August 2019 - January 2021, Command Chief, 37th Training Wing, JBSA-Lackland, Texas from the personnel specialist technical school at Keesler Air Force Base, Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Sgt. ROY W. COLLINS > Air Force > Biography Display - AF When I received the call that Id been selected for the job I was more than ecstatic! Brig. The wing trained to integrate stealth technology with more conventional methods of combat operations.
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