November 2005, Command Chiefs Assistant, 51st Fighter Wing, Osan Air Base, When he received the call with the good news about his new position, Morgan said he immediately texted his wife: I guess we need to get a cat. He had promised his kids theyd get a cat if they moved again. January 2011May 2012, Chief, Security Forces Operations Branch, Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Va. June 2002 November Morgan said he was beyond humbled to be in his role at the 37th TRW among the Warhawks. Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief. The event was held at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing # 10 - Chief master sergeant Gregory F Butcher jr. March 2015 - December 2015, Superintendent, Office of the Inspector General, HQ 25th AF, JBSA-Lackland, Texas The 37th TFW flew 1271 combat sorties and maintained an 85.5 percent mission-capable rate. Brig. Michael Morgan, 37th Training Wing Command Chief Master Sergeant, 20. November 1989 January 1990, student, Personnel Specialist Course, Keesler (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), The Premier Installation In The Department Of Defense, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. 2009, Superintendent, Manpower Personnel and Services, Twelfth Air Force, 2019 - Keystone, National Defense University, Fort Leslie J. McNair, Washington, D.C. Chief Blaze is just phenomenal, he said. Investigations, Quantico, Virginia, 16. Maintenance window scheduled to begin at February 14th 2200 est. Mississippi. Stefan Blazier, 37th Training Wing command chief, is leaving the Warhawk Family to become the Chief of Enlisted Force Development for the Air Force at the Pentagon. (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. How can I help them achieve their goals both personally and professionally? May 1997May 1998, Officer in Charge, Mobile Fire Teams, Security Escort teams and Convoy Commander, 321st Security Forces Squadron, Grand Forks AFB, N.D. Its four primary training functions graduate more than 85,000 students annually. 1995 Bachelor of Science, Political Science, United States Air Force Academy, Colo. I remember getting off the phone thinking that no matter what happened, that was the type of chief, the type of leader, our Air Force needed! [12], In the early morning of 17 January 1991, the United States Central Command Air Forces along with air forces from Coalition nations began an air offensive to remove Iraqi troops from Kuwait. Gen. Collins also commanded the 5th Mission Support Group, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, and the 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. Bennett is assigned to the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. 7. 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. missions graduating more than 85,000 students annually. The event was hosted by the Inter-American Air Forces Academy, who earned the Spirit Award at the last awards event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Maj. Michael Bruton, 341st Training Squadron commander, accepts the Civilian Category III Supervisory award on behalf of Rolland Edgell from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Squadron, 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, 18. To summarize it, I would have to say theres nothing like working with Chief Blazier. Kenneth Orozco accepts the Noncommissioned Officer award on behalf of Tech. 4. On 1 July 1993, IAAFA was reassigned to Lackland's new host, the 37th Training Wing. This is the official Facebook page for the Command Team of the 37th Training Wing. Her assignment background More photos of better quality were released, and at Nellis AFB there was a public display of two F-117As. The 37th TRW is Morgan's second command chief position. February 2021 - May 2022, Chief of Enlisted Force Development, Headquarters Air Force, Pentagon, Washington D.C 19. Commander, 737th Training Wing # 11 - col michael s newson. (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. 2015 Joint Forces Staff College, National Defense University, Norfolk, Va. 2004, Director of Resources, Goodfellow NCO Academy, Goodfellow Air Force Base, June 2013July 2014, National Security Affairs Fellow, Stanford University, Stanford, Calif. Air Force Base, Texas, 10. Prior to his current assignment, Brig. 7. His past assignment locations include Texas, California, Hawaii, Virginia, South Korea and Germany. Cody Fleeger Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief, at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. November 2005 June Leadership is difficult at all levels and we all have different styles. Uylessa Muse, 331st Training Squadron, at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Mississippi. 9. After combat operations ceased in February 1991, some wing personnel and aircraft remained on indefinite alert in Saudi Arabia as a component member of the post-Desert Storm task force in Southwest Asia, although most returned to Tonopah by the end of March.[8]. September 1998 - January 2001, Imagery Analyst and Sensor Planner, 13th Intelligence Squadron, Beale AFB, Calif. JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- Chief Master Sgt. Biographies. Chief Blaziers energy and passion that he brings to the job every day is an inspiration. 2012 Distinguished Graduate, Air Force Senior NCO Academy, EFFECTIVE DATE OF PROMOTION Force Base, Arizona, 13. He assists the commander in ensuring the success of four primary training missions graduating more than 85,000 students annually. The 37th TRW is Morgans second command chief position. Chief Master Sgt. Stefan and Jenn Blazier are a one-of-a kind team and have truly left a lasting positive imprint on our Warhawk family. Jose Surita South Korea, 12. He definitely made an impression on me, Morgan remembered. "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. 2012 Masters of Science in Management, UMT, Arlington, Virginia, 8. He had the ability to walk into any office or stand up in front of any formation and have every single person in the room fired up, motivated, and proud to be a part of the 37th Training Wing by the time he left. 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 June 2012 May 2013, Sarah Esparza, 81st Training Wing command chief, observe a blood flow restriction demonstration at the Special Warfare Human Performance Training Facility in the Joint Base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, Jan. 21, 2022. This was in Operation Just Cause, the invasion of Panama intended to dislodge and arrest General Manuel Noreiga. With this augmentation, the wing was then composed of four F-100 combat squadrons with approximately 90 aircraft being assigned. Academy. Training Instructor and the second as an instructor at the Goodfellow NCO At the same time, HQ AETC replaced all of its training centers with two-digit numbered wings. What do people need as far as development? [He wins] all the time. Formal Training, 9th Mission Support Squadron, Beale Air Force Base, California Chief teaches us the big picture of the mission is in caring at all levels. NEWS; ABOUT; UNITS The 37th Training Group, with its . These newly deployed personnel were sent to Tuy Hoa Air Base along with their F-100 D/F aircraft. I am one of those people. 2020 Cybersecurity: Intersection of Policy & Technology, Harvards Kennedy School of Government, Cambridge, Mass. Master Sgt. 2021 - Artificial Intelligence for National Security Course, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Boston, Mass. Orozco and Massas Borges are assigned to the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. [8], The 37th TW also inherited a fourth training mission, one which the Lackland Training Center had gained on 2 June 1993, when the Air Force decided to make Lackland the permanent home of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy (IAAFA). Up until this time, the Air Force used slow propeller-driven O-1, O-2 and OV-10 aircraft for this mission. 5. Additionally, he was the Deputy Director, United States Air Forces Central Command, Air Force Forces Force Protection, Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar. The mission was transferred to the 37th from the 35th Tactical Fighter Wing, which was TAC's primary F-4E Phantom II training organization in a mission realignment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), Some attendees took advantage of the tropical beach theme at the 37th Training Wing First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Wing aircrews and ground personnel won the United States Air Force Worldwide Fighter gunnery meet in 1985 and 1987. The opportunity to work within the command chiefs office is an honor in itself, but the opportunity to work for a leader as passionate about our Air Force as Chief Blazier was the real prize. It started as you could imagine, the usual interview question and answer format, but at some point it turned into just two people talking. Chief Master Sgt. Two Phantom squadrons were transferred to the 37th from the 366th Tactical Fighter Wing, Da Nang Air Base:[9]:194, The wing continued its combat operations in South Vietnam until 30 March 1970 when the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing was inactivated as part of the drawdown of American forces in South Vietnam. 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. Chief Master Sergeant Sharon Lamb Fuller is the Command Chief MAJOR AWARDS AND DECORATIONS [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). 7. Photo By Vanessa Adame | The coup leaders were executed the following day. The next set of leaders from the Commander of the 2nd Air Force to the Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing can be best found with a web search for each position. 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. 1998 Honor Graduate, Imagery Analysis Apprentice Course To be in this position in this wing is an honor, he said. Now the command chief for the 37th Training Wing, Chief Master Sgt. 2018 Leadership Executive Development, Kenan-Flagler Business School, University of North Carolina 2016 - Cyber 400, National Defense University, Washington, D.C. And while his impromptu motivational speeches were certainly one of my favorite things, I think one of the things hes been most well-known for is being a leader who listens, and I mean really listens. October 1989 - November 1989, trainee, Basic Military Training, Lackland 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. 2012, Superintendent, Military Personnel Flight, Air Force Office of Special This was especially apparent when tough calls needed to be made. After basic training, she graduated (U.S. Air Force photo by Sarayuth Pinthong). Meritorious Service Medal with silver and bronze oak leaf clusters There is no lip service with him he is real talk and I love him for it. We are all better for their service to the wing and their friendship. You can view his farewell interview HERE, but you can read about the impact he had on peoples lives in the comments below. Stefan Blazier is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for Air University, Maxwell Air Force Base, Ala. Air University is the intellectual and leadership-development center for the Air Force and Space Force, providing a full-spectrum of courses that graduate more than 50,000 resident and 120,000 non-resident officers, enlisted and civilian personnel each year to achieve national security objectives. United States Army Rangers were to be dropped at the adjoining airfield. And I find it truly remarkable. | View Image Page, JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas Just over 26 years ago, an 18-year-old from Berlin, Massachusetts, experienced equal parts of shock and awe when he first stepped onto Lackland to begin his Air Force journey. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame), First Lt. Konrad Bennett receives the Company Grade Officer Award from Col. Olivia Nelson, individual mobilization augmentee to the 37th Training Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. 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. The Lieutenant and his wife had witnessed the shooting. The event was held at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. On 5 October 1989, the 37th TFW turned over F-4G aircraft to the host 35th TFW at George. 13. Air Force Commendation Medal with four oak leaf clusters 2019 - Senior Enlisted Leader Orientation, Judge Advocate School, Maxwell AFB, Alabama Chief Master Sergeant Dec. 1, 2014, Curtis E. LeMay Center for Doctrine Development and Education, Thomas N. Barnes Center for Enlisted Education, --Air Force Senior Non-Commissioned Officer Academy, --USAF Chief Master Sergeant Leadership Course, --Air Force Enlisted Heritage Research Institute, Officer Accessions and Citizen Development, Jeanne M. Holm Center for Officer Accessions & Citizen Development, --Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps, --Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp, Ira C. Eaker Center for Leadership Development, --Defense Financial Management & Comptroller School, --Force Support Professional Development School, USAF Center for Strategic Deterrence Studies, USAF Center for Strategic Leadership Communication, - ther Journal of Strategic Airpower & Spacepower, Revista Profesional de la Fuerza Area de EUA, Continente Americano, Revista Profissional da Fora Area dos EUA, Continente Americano, Journal of Military Conflict Transformation (JMCT), Air University Educational Support Services, Air University Learner Portal (CaC Required), Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC), Chief of Staff of the Air Force Leadership Library, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. I have never seen a Command Chief more engaged and devoted to knowing his people, pinpointing and eliminating problems, and making time for even the lowest ranking Airman. [12], In early 1988, Panama's military dictator, Gen. Manuel Noriega, had been indicted by two Florida grand juries on charges of laundering drug money. [8][9]:65, As 355th TFS personnel completed their TDY that same month the personnel and aircraft returned to Myrtle Beach AFB. As the two F-117As approached the release point, a moment of confusion occurred that would mar their debut. They will host the next awards event. 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. After basic training, she graduated 37th Training Wing. Mike Morgan, 37th Training Wing command chief, holds the 37th TRW Spirit Award at the First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. 737th Training Support Squadron Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief, at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. 2. Plan. Command Chief Master Sergeant, 37th Training Wing . The event was held at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy. 10. Virginia, 2012 Masters of Science in Management, UMT, Arlington, Virginia His selfless leadership has showed me the way that I want to conduct myself as a Senior NCO. [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. Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief, at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. Oct 15 Present, Command 10. In another attack on the communications building next to the Tigris River, another GBU-27 Paveway III was dropped through an air shaft in the center of the roof atop the building and blew out all four walls. Nearly 60 Airmen from the 37th Training Wing Detachment 5 completed the six-week basic military training course. Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, 19. This was changed when General Merrill McPeak, USAF Chief of Staff, determined that the 49th had a more notable history than the 37th, would remain active and the 37th FW would be inactivated. in support of OPERATIONS SOUTHERN WATCH and ENDURING FREEDOM and trips to Uruguay, [8], However, the inactivation was of short duration. They were replaced by Air National Guardsmen from New Jersey and Washington DC, who were manning Myrtle Beach at the time. Chief Morgan entered the Air Force in October 1994. Prior to assuming his current position, Chief Morgan served as the Command Chief Master Sergeant, 42nd Air Base Wing, Maxwell AFB-Gunter Annex, Alabama. 2014 - Chief Master Sergeant Orientation Course, Randolph Air Force Base, Texas EDUCATION Even during my darkest hours, I knew Chief Blazier had my back and was genuinely concerned about my wellbeing. 2001 NCO Academy, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas 8. Both Edgell and Schreiber are assigned to the 341st TRS. 2010 Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award nominee, 693rd ISR Group I will forever be grateful to have worked for such a leader. When you take care of people everything else just happens.. Army Lt. Gen. Carl W. Stiner, the XVIII Airborne Corps commander, requested F-117As be used. Gen. Collins also commanded the 5th Mission Support Group, Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, and the 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. [8], Although activated, the 37th FBW was neither manned nor equipped and it was inactivated on 25 June as a result of the Armistice in Korea and the subsequent need for deployment to the war zone being unnecessary. D.C. EDUCATION [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. This may come up with outdated information or no information. Mike Morgan, 37th TRW command chief, at the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022. To me, he was a demigod walking among men. 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. Sgt. [9]:65 The wing was activated at the newly built Ph Ct Air Base, South Vietnam and it was assigned to Pacific Air Forces. Community College of the Air Force 17. We look forward to the amazing things they will continue to do in support of our Air Force! Thank you for everything, Chief! 2005 - Associate degree, Communications Applications Technology, Community College of the Air Force 16. Texas, Meritorious I want to make sure Im doing the best I can for the team. When I think of a leader who inspires me, I cannot help but think of Chief Blaze. This is a team business and it takes many hands to lift the machine and keep it moving forward. After Desert Storm, the 37th transitioned to the Air Force Objective Wing organization, and the 37th Tactical Fighter Wing was re-designated the 37th Fighter Wing on 1 October 1991. 19. Command Chief 80th Flying Training Wing Jun 2022 - Present 11 months. As the Command Chief, he serves as the principal enlisted leader to the 36th Wing Commander on all matters affecting the health, welfare, morale, utilization, readiness, training, and professional development for over 8,000 military and civilian personnel. 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. The wing trained to integrate stealth technology with more conventional methods of combat operations. September 2000 May 2002, NCIOC, Personnel Employment and February 2001October 2001, Chief, Antiterrorism and Force Protection Branch, Headquarters Air Mobility Command, Scott AFB, Ill. I dont know how he does it but over the past several months I have watched him have special moments with Airmen across the Wing and when he reengages with them months later, he remembers the person and their story. 9. "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. [8], Also, the Air Force wanted to retire the F-15A/B Eagles operated by the 49th Fighter Wing at Holloman AFB, New Mexico, most of which were manufactured in the mid-1970s and were costing more and more to operate. During the May 1989 presidential election campaign, Noriega's "Dignity Battalion" goon squad beat up opposition candidate Guillermo Endara. JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas -- Chief Master Sgt. Genesis Infante July 2009January 2010, Deputy Commander, 341st Security Forces Group, Malmstrom AFB, Mont. The wing encompasses nine wing staff agencies, three groups, and one Inter-American academy that operates from 10 geographically separated locations. Military training instructors lead graduating Airmen onto the drill pad during the basic military training graduation ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base, Mississippi, May 15, 2020. Jamal Huntley (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. Its hard to really capture what its like to work with Chief Blazier. Master Sergeant for the 37th Training Wing, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, July 1994 January 1995, Assignments Specialist, 28th Mission Support of the Year, 2000, Air Force Personnel Gen. Roy W. Collins is Director of Security Forces, Deputy Chief of Staff for Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, Arlington, Virginia. He is someone who is out there with his people, not only telling them but also showing them the way. Air Force Achievement Medal with one oak leaf cluster, OTHER ACHIEVEMENTS Brig. 1998 - Imagery Analysis Apprentice Course, Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas [8], Assigned to the 37th Training Wing were five group-level establishments. He serves as the adviser to the Air University commander on all matters affecting the quality, welfare, morale, readiness and leadership of service members assigned to more than 1,300 locations around the world. This is the first time this category has been included. The 37th Training Wing recognized its top award winners for 2021 at a luncheon at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Feb. 11. May 1999February 2001, Operations Officer, 92nd Security Forces Squadron, Fairchild AFB, Wash. May 1995May 1997, Security Police Flight Commander, 446th Missile Squadron, Grand Forks Air Force Base, N.D. Senior Master Sgt. 11. In reviewing its tactical bases and the costs of maintaining them, It was determined that the 37th FW operations from Tonopah required considerable logistics support via commercial air and trucking. 2. 2009 SNCO of the Year, 3rd Air Force The recipient of the 37th TRW First Quarter Awards ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 29, 2022, is the 737th Training Group.
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