Commentary

As a base-level budget supervisor, I see leadership daily, but only
occasionally at a senior level. So when the opportunity arose to shadow
our Mission Support Group commander, Col. Mike Monson, I was tickled
pink.

The mission of the 86th Airlift Wing is to provide combat airlift and
operate the Air Force

Since the first Gulf War, the U.S. has been engaged continuously in
combat operations, and U.S. Air Forces in Europe has played a critical
role.

When my first shirt asked me to step into our commander

A Wingman flies behind and outside of the leader. His role is vital

Leaders are empowered with an enormous responsibility, one we cannot
take lightly

The Blue Knights, Airmen in the 86th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, live
our Air Force core values every day. Their contributions ensure the Air
Force mission is accomplished through their hard work and dedication.
Among these maintenance professionals is a unique group known as the
Flying Crew Chiefs.