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Show SPECIAL COLLECTION r ' Vol. 40 No. 40 Hill AFB, Utah Friday, October 10, 1986 HI Tactical Fighter ilh I Wiimg efocangjes commaGid By MSgt. Terry Walker 388th Tactical Fighter Wing The 388th Tactical Fighter Wing's reins of command exchanged hands this week as Col. James M. Johnston III turned the unit over to Col. Lawrence 1 E. Boese in a formal ceremony on the flightline here. The ceremony was officiated by Lt. Gen. Charles J. Cunningham Jr., commander of 12th Air Force, headquartered at Bergstrom AFB, Texas. Colonel Boese, who came to the wing from Nellis AFB, Nev., where he was vice commander to the 474th TFW, said, "It is indeed a privilege to assume command of a tactical fighter wing. It is especially an honor to assume command of the 388th TFW. Approximately six years ago, I left this wing after serving three of the most challenging and rewarding years of my career. Elaine and I liked the area. We enjoyed our association with the people in the local communities and we enjoyed the spirit and enthusiasm of this wingw For us to return today is like coming back home. "To the men and women of the 388th, I look forward to working with each of you. Although we have what I consider the finest multi-rol- e fighter in the world today, you are the key ingredient which makes this wing tick. You're part of a proud heritage which has demonstrated time and again that you know how to get the job done. You have proven in the past that you are ready. You are ready now, and working together, we will be ready in the future, because in our profession there are no second chances," Colonel Boese concluded. Colonel Johnston, who has departed for his new assignment as inspector general for Tactical Air Command, headquartered at Langley AFB, Va., said, "This past year has undoubtedly been one of the most rewarding in my career. I'm extremely proud to have had the opportunity to share your accomplishments by serving as your commander. "You have demonstrated your combat capabilities with over 25 deployments and have flown over 24,000 sorties and some 33,000 hours-m- ore than any other tactical fighter wing in the command and you've done it under the most demanding conditions possible. It is the demonstrated combat capability which provides the deterrence that we hope and believe will continue to maintain peace throughout the world, "It takes dedicated maintenance and support personnel to provide the aircraft and, particularly, to maintain those aircraft with over a 90 percent rate. It takes equally dedicated fighter pilots to carry out our mission in a safe and professional manner," he continued. "The 388th is blessed with over 2,000 exceptional people who off-stati- IS on (U.S. A Force Photo by MSgt. Terry Walker) Col. Lawrence E. Boese accepts the flag of the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing from Lt. Gen. Charles J. Cunningham during change of command ceremonies held on Monday. Col. James M. Johnston had been commander since September 1985, looks on. make sure that this wing doesn't just meet the TAC zationevaluation for the 31st TFW, Homestead III, who standards you exceed them in literally every measurable category. More often than not, you're held up as the example to the command. My personal thanks to each of you for your tremendous effort and the exceptional support you've given me. "My thanks to the Ogden Air Logistics Center staff. This wing's combat readiness, our facilities and our people programs have been greatly enhanced through the excellent support provided by our hosts," he concluded. Colonel Boese, a senior pilot with more than 2,300 flying hours and 427 combat missions, is a native of Nashville, Tenn. He received a bachelor of science degree in chemistry and a commission as a second lieutenant through the Air Force ROTC program in 1966 from Virginia Military Institute, Lexington, Va. He completed his master of arts degree in 1976 through Central Michigan University. He began his Air Force career in September 1966 with pilot training at Webb AFB, Texas. From 1968 to 1969 he flew F-- 4 Phantom lis from Da Nang AB, Vietnam. In 1970, he was asigned to Udorn Royal aircraft commander. Thai AFB, Thailand, as an Upon his return from Southeast Asia in 1971, he was assigned as the assistant chief for standardi F-- 4 AFB, Fla. His next assignment was to the Pentagon with the Deputy Chief of Personnel Office as executive officer to the assistant for colonel assignments from April 1973 to May 1977. From June 1977 to June 1980, he served here as the operations officer for the 34th Tactical Fighter Squadron, commander of the 421st TFS and commander of the 16th TFS. He entered the Air War College, Maxwell AFB, Ala., and was graduated in June 1981. Colonel Boese then served as chief, Asia Division, Directorate of International Programs, Deputy Chief of Staff, until 1982 when he became the assistant for general officer, matters for the Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower and Personnel at the Pentagon. In July 1985 he was assigned to Nellis AFB, Nev., where he served as vice commander of the 474th TFW. His military decorations include the Legion oi Merit, the Distinguished Flying Cross with four oak leaf clusters, the Meritorious Service Medal with one oak leaf cluster and the Air Medal with 26 oak leaf clusters. He is married to the former Elaine Hearn of Nashville, Tenn. Annual campaign kicks off By Chris Baierschmidt Ogden ALC Public Affairs Office The annual Combined Federal Campaign had its kick-of- f Wednesday with goals of reaching $360,000 and increased participation among civilian and mil- itary personnel. "It's a small (monetary) goal when compared to the fair share," said Marlene Parkinson, CFC project coordinator at Hill AFB. "If everyone gave what they should, we could surpass that three or four times." This year's campaign started yesterday and runs through Nov. 7. During that time, volunteers in each organization are supplied with information about CFC and pledge cards. ' ' Those who chose to give select from a long list of charitable agencies. Most donate through payroll deductions, which begin in January. Contributions are fully tax deductible from state and federal income taxes. A fair contribution is based on the needs and income of those giving. On the average, however, it equals about one day of pay each year, said Ms. Parkinson. Last year, CFC here raised $439,000, which was an increase of more than $30,000 from the previous year's drive. Participation, however, was down to about 59 percent. More than 20,000 military and civilian personnel here were contacted during the 1984 campaign. About 62 percent participated, reflecting a three I j- : percent drop last year. "Although contributions were up, participation was down," Ms. Parkinson remarked. "We can't let that trend continue." The Northern Utah CFC is the major authorized fund drive held at Hill each year. Brig. Gen. Dale Thompson, vice commander at Hill, is the chairman. LaRue Ormond is the federal coordinator. |