AFSC 1C1X1
Air Traffic Control
Awards
See also: Navy Air Traffic Control Awards
Senior Airman Edward J Jacobs distinguished himself by outstanding achievement as Air Traffic Controller, Radar Approach Control, 332d Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing, Undisclosed Location. During this period, in support of Operations INHERENT RESOLVE and SPARTAN SHIELD, Airman Jacobs was vital in the execution of 7,000 operations allowing for the safe movement of 25 over-watch assets in the AFRICOM AOR, guarding the transport of one hundred State Department personnel and the evacuation of 743 individuals during the Sudan crisis. Additionally, he deployed in support of Exercise AGILE SPARTAN Five where he worked as a liaison in both RAF Air Traffic facilities and was pivotal in the recovery of nine in-flight emergencies. Finally, he directed GAF asset relocation, deconflicting ATO aircraft and sterilizing 126,000 square miles of airspace with three host nation facilities, resulting in the relocation of 380 tons of equipment and munitions employed in the AOR. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Jacobs reflect credit upon himself, the 332d Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Nicholas S. Merz distinguished himself by outstanding achievement while serving as Air Traffic Controller, 332d Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing, Undisclosed Location, Air Forces Central. During this period, while deployed in support of Operation Inherent Resolve, Airman Merz expedited 700 combat and training sorties through 7,000 flight hours resulting in the expenditure of 30,000 pounds of munitions and the elimination of four high value targets. Additionally,he handled and resolved 11 in-flight emergencies and four lost-link unmanned asset events. He coordinated with three partner nation agencies for use of 2,500 square miles of special use airspace and synchronized first responders and aircrews, resulting in the recovery of three billion dollars in aircraft and 19 aircrew members. Finally, Airman Merz embodied the deterrent stature of the Wing's mission when he launched three host nation defensive counter-air scrambles, supporting defense of three regional allies, and ensuring the safety of 9,500,000 civilians. The distinctive accomplishments of Airman Merz reflect great credit upon himself, the 332d Expeditionary Operations Support Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Cathy A. Rodriguez distinguished herself by meritorious service while serving as Air Traffic Controller, Radar Approach Control, 54th Operations Support Squadron, 54th Fighter Group, White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico. During this period, Senior Airman Rodriguez supported the Career Field Manager's dual-certification priority by earning qualifications on five Radar Approach positions and earning her second Special Experience Identifier, improving manning flexibility during a critical manning shortage. Additionally, she reviewed and exercised three aerial refueling procedures during 11 tanker missions, providing relevant feedback to the Chief Controller on best practices for three training squadrons, ensuring an effective syllabus for new combat pilots. Finally, during a training program digitization initiative, she transcribed 67 training records, transferred the Master Training Plan, and revised eight Position Certification Guides and 17 evaluation forms, enabling the facility to meet a one hundred percent training load increase. The distinctive accomplishments of Senior Airman Rodriguez reflect credit upon herself, the 54th Operations Support Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Brian G. Dawson distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Air Traffic Control Watch Supervisor, 436th Operations Support Squadron, 436th Operations Group, 436th Airlift Wing, Dover Air Force Base, Delaware. During this period, the professional skill, leadership, and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Dawson contributed to the effectiveness and success of multiple Air Force missions. As a product manager at the Department of Defense's largest Technology Factory, his efforts led to the modernization of a critical weapons system, fielding nine new capabilities to more than nine thousand warfighters. Additionally, he aced 35 training hours, garnering industry certifications that directly contributed to a one billion dollar Air Operations Center weapons system upgrade for eight Combatant Commands. Finally, he filled in as NCOIC for three months and supervised 19 personnel and daily operations ensuring a zero mission fail and proving he is ready for increased responsibilities. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Dawson reflect credit upon himself, the 436th Operations Support Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Clark W Ivey distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Air Traffic Controller, 8th Operations Support Squadron, 8th Operations Support Group, Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea. During this period, the outstanding professional skill and ceaseless efforts of Staff Sergeant Ivey resulted in the safe recovery of 13 F-16 in-flight emergencies. The swift decision making and expeditious handling of these emergency situations led directly to the recovery of 17 persons and 150 million dollars in Air Force assets. Furthermore, Sergeant Ivey contributed over 200 hours to the upgrade training and certification of seven controllers in 30 positions, expanding the Air Traffic Control mission support capabilities and contributing to Kunsan tower being named the 2022 PACAF Air Traffic facility of the year. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Ivey reflect great credit upon himself, the 8th Operations Support Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Technical Sergeant Jonathan P. Alejandro distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Tower Watch Supervisor, 9th Operations Support Squadron, 9th Operations Group, 9th Reconnaissance Wing, Beale Air Force Base, California, from XXXXXX XXXXXX to XXXXXX XXXXXX. During this period, Sergeant Alejandro deployed to Bahrain and provided Air Traffic Control technical assistance and leadership in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. As a proponent of Combined Forces, he integrated U.S. military operations with 13 Royal Bahraini missions, bolstering relations in the Arabian Gulf, enabling Afghan surge operations, and saving 30 million dollars through the exploitation of organic airlift capabilities. In addition, he trained seven Naval Controllers while supporting over 1200 hours of Naval aviation and 240 sorties, enhancing joint operations and increasing cross-service visibility. Finally, Sergeant Alejandro's Watch supervisor skills contributed to Air Combat Command's "Outstanding" rating during the Wing's Phase II Operational Readiness Inspection. The distinctive accomplishments of Technical Sergeant Alejandro reflect great credit upon himself, the 9th Operations Support Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Master Sergeant Curtis B. Jamison distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Assistant Chief Controller, Tower, 354th Operations Support Squadron, 354th Operations Group, 354th Fighter Wing, Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska from XXXXXXXXXX to XXXXXXXXXX. During this period, Master Sergeant Jamison oversaw key training missions such as DISTANT FRONTIER, NORTHERN EDGE, and RED FLAG-Alaska. In addition, he developed and implemented liaison programs with deployed units which facilitated the immediate resolution of safety concerns of both pilots and controllers, and improved joint and international relations. Further, he ensured one hundred percent manning coverage for over 1100 after-hours operations in support of CORONET, NORAD alert, OLYMPIC TITAN, Operation TOMODACHI, and SECDEF-directed intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions, ensuring the sustainment of global power and national defense in accordance with presidential directives. Finally, his attention to detail in revising the Air Traffic Control training program increased compliance with the Air Traffic System Evaluation Program from 90 to 95 percent and delivered one hundred percent coverage of 360 site qualification tasks. The distinctive accomplishments of Master Sergeant Jamison reflect great credit upon himself, the 354th Operations Support Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Senior Airman Theodore V. Kraszka distinguished himself by meritorious service as Air Traffic Control Journeyman, 802d Operations Support Squadron, 502d Air Base Wing, San Antonio, Texas, from XXXXXXXXX to XXXXXXXXX. As a new arrival at his first duty station, Senior Airman Kraszka obtained his control tower operator certification sixty days ahead of schedule with an unprecedented End of Course score of ninety seven percent, setting a new training benchmark. Additionally, Airman Kraszka volunteered as an instructor and organized over 40 hours of simulated scenarios, resulting in the qualification of two apprentice controllers and increasing facility manning by 20 percent. Moreover, Airman Kraszka's professionalism and experience were evident as he supervised the safe recovery of an F-16 with a gear malfunction during a Wing recovery, earning praise from the Air Education and Training Command Deputy Commander. The distinctive accomplishments of Senior Airman Kraszka reflect credit upon himself, the 802d Operations Support Squadron, and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant James H. Farnell distinguished himself by meritorious service as Tactical Air Command and Control Journeyman, Detachment 1, 10th Air Support Operations Squadron, 3rd Air Support Operations Group, 93rd Air Ground Operations Wing, Ft Knox, Kentucky, from XXXXX XXXXXXX to XXXXXXX XXXXXX. During this period, the professional skill, leadership, and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Farnell contributed to the successful establishment of the Detachment and the development of the Fort Knox tactical range Weapons Danger Zone matrix. In addition, he defined 35 Close Air Support targets for 10 fixed-wing platforms, providing unprecedented training opportunities and improving readiness exponentially. Further, Sergeant Farnell arranged and coordinated joint training events including the German Armed Forces Badge competition and a navy riverine live fire excercise, culminating in valuable training for 43 personnel. The distictive accomplishments of Sergeant Farnell while serving his country reflect great credit upon himself, the 10th Air Support Operations Squadron, and the United States Air Force.