Staff Sergeant Timothy J. Brock distinguished himself by meritorious service while assigned as NCO Passenger Service Supervisor, 332d Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, 332d Air Expeditionary Wing, Joint Base Balad, Iraq from XXXXXXXX to XXXXXXXX. During this period, the professional skill, leadership, and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Brock contributed to the efficient movement of more than 74,000 passengers including over 500 emergency leave and 350 distinguished visitor and in excess of 152,000 pieces of baggage on over 3,500 missions in support of Operations IRAQI FREEDOM and NEW DAWN. In addition, his experience, skill, and flawless execution led to the recovery of over 250 lost and mishandled bags, saving the Air force over 145,000 dollars. Further, Sergeant Brock selflessly volunteered to remain at JBB theater hospital to expedite the arrival of critical patients and provide MEDEVAC support. Finally, his attention to detail proved to be critical during the transition of Joint Base Balad's transfer of authority to the host country of Iraq. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Brock reflect great credit upon himself, the 332d Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron and the United States Air Force.
Staff Sergeant Carol Hawkins distinguished herself by meritorious service while assigned as Passenger Service Supervisor and Special Handing Supervisor, 436th Aerial Port Squadron, 436th Maintenance Group, 436th Airlift Wing, Dover Air Force Base, Delaware from XXXXXXXXX to XXXXXXXXX. During this period, Staff Sergeant Hawkins diligently supervised the processing and movement of more than 61,000 passengers on 10,200 missions resulting in the Wing sustaining a 98 percent departure reliability rate for the fifth year in a row. In addition, she accurately accounted for and documented over 7,000 meal transactions, generating more than 40,000 dollars of Transportation Working Capital Fund revenue. Finally, he meticulously inventoried and secured 16,000 pieces at 2,000 tons of signature service and registered mail sustaining over 200,000 members during Operations Enduring Freedom, Iraqi Freedom and New Dawn. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Hawkins reflect great credit upon herself, the 436th Aerial Port Squadron and the United States Air Force.