58 SOW team named best in AETC

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  • By John Cochran
  • 377th Air Base Wing Public Affairs
KIRTLAND AFB, N.M. --  A Team Kirtland organization has been named the top of the line in Air Education and Training Command for 2011.

The 58th Special Operations Wing Aviation Resource Management team is the best in AETC, claiming the Sergeant Millard D. 'Dee' Campbell Award in the small unit category.

The AETC Director of Intelligence, Operations and Nuclear Integration identified the command's selectees Feb. 23.

"It is my distinct pleasure to announce the recipients of the 2011 HQ AETC Aviation Resource Management Awards. Congratulations to each recipient; all can take great pride in their professionalism and contributions to the Air Force," said Maj. Gen. Timothy M. Zadalis.

The award citation highlights the team's accomplishments.

Throughout this period, the 58th Special Operations Wing Aviation Resource Management team proved instrumental in the efficient execution of a $26.1 million flying-hour program for 10 types of aircraft on two separate bases. This herculean feat involved managing records for more than 800 permanent party and 1,400 students, and auditing more than 2,000 records.

For exceptional attention to detail and high-quality products, the team attained two squadron Airman of the Year Awards, eight Airman of the Quarter Awards and five Mission Support Member of the Quarter Awards, as well as being pivotal in the 550th Special Operations Squadron's selection for the U. S. Air Force Air Force Association 'Citation of Honor.'

The team processed 5,296 sorties and 15,113 flying hours while facilitating precise flight scheduling and tracking training requirements, which resulted in a programmed flying training graduation rate of 90 percent on time and 1,717 student graduates.

Team members crafted an electronic tracking system for Aviation Resource Management System access, eliminating possible failure points while supporting eight units and six major commands globally.

They developed and implemented innovations including integrating disparate databases, creating joint Army and Air Force flying physical processes and improving the aviation resource management system. These and other contributions saved countless man-days and reduced wing expenditures by more than $30,000.

In addition, team members volunteered in programs to prevent drunk driving, provided clothing for children and assisted with base and wing functions, all while completing required training plus 150 credit hours toward academic degrees.