Aviation Resource Management
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Aviation Resource Manager

Staff Sergeant Mary J. Cobb distinguished herself by outstanding achievement as Aviation Resource Manager, 7th Bomb Wing, 7th Operations Group, 7th Operations Support Squadron, Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. During this period, Sergeant Cobb managed the Host Aviation Resource Management System. Her attention to detail and tremendous work ethic led to the reduction in log errors by ninety-nine percent. Additionally, Sergeant Cobb aided Air Force Central Command's "Tiger Team" and swiftly established a secure communication path for the Secretary of Defense and the Commander of Resolute Support, enabling them to provide continuous direction of warfighting capabilities. Further, she deployed to fulfil a critical Inherent Resolve tasking for the 317th Airlift Group, supporting sixty aircrew members and five aircraft. Moreover, as Records Custodian, she maintained vital service records across six flying units and issued 452 aeronautical pay orders. Lastly, Sergeant Cobb's dedicated efforts as a key member of the 578 million dollar flight hours program, supported sixty flight authorizations and validations on 5,800 training items which were essential to the mission sortie effective rate. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Cobb reflect credit upon herself and the United States Air Force.

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Aviation Resource Management Journeyman

Staff Sergeant John V. Williams distinguished himself by meritorious service while serving as Aviation Resource Management Journeyman, 62nd Airlift Squadron, 314th Operations Group, 314th Airlift Wing, Little Rock Air Force Base, Arkansas. During this period, Sergeant Williams managed the administration of aircrew qualifications and updated 470 training profiles and crew positions that enabled the qualification of 217 permanent party members. In addition, he supported 320 students with in- and out-processing, and validated 2,200 training requirements, 1,000 flight documents, and 6,200 simulator hours critical to aviator flying history. Additionally, he helped oversee the unit's 19.3 million dollar flying hour program, ensuring the accurate daily and monthly reporting of 6,633 flight hours and 234 sorties. Moreover, he verified 23,000 flying and ground training currencies and certifications resulting in the generation of 1,300 flight authorizations. Furthermore, Sergeant Williams deployed as a Force Protection team member and supported the Wing Operational Security mission. He inspected 18,000 pounds of cargo and identified and disposed of 37 sensitive items which were vital to security. Finally, he led Joint Force escort duties and managed 80 Local Nationals during the Army Patriot site upgrade. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Williams reflect credit upon himself, the 62nd Airlift Squadron and the United States Air Force.

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Aviation Resource Management Craftsman

Staff Sergeant Brian F. Simpson distinguished himself by meritorious service as an Aviation Resource Management Craftsman while assigned to the 57th Weapons Squadron, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, from 11 March 2012 to 12 April 2015. During this period, the professional skill, leadership and ceaseless efforts of Sergeant Simpson contributed to the effectiveness and success of the Air Force Weapons School's demanding training mission resulting in the graduation of 24 C-17A weapons officers. Sergeant Simpson provided detailed administrative oversight of flight operations, aircrew currency events, and 234 flight authorizations. In addition, he developed a comprehensive aviation and ground events tracking system which facilitated flight crews becoming fully qualified to carry out training missions within an unprecedented period of time. As a direct result of Sergeant Simpson's innovative program, monthly changeover limitations were identified and streamlined, reducing discrepancies and delays by 50 percent. In addition, he was selected to instruct 13 multi-command based Aviation Resource Management Specialists without additional costs, saving the Air Force more than $10,000 while providing the most up to date curriculum available anywhere. Further, Sergeant Simpson led a six member Staff Assist Visit to prepare for wing level inspections resulting in two of his programs being adopted as the standard for all units. Finally, Sergeant Simpson managed a $350,000 Organizational Defense Travel Administrator budget which facilitated the movement of students and cadre through an intensive training syllabus, optimizing the use of available training opportunities. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Simpson reflect great credit upon himself, the United States Air Force Warfare Center and the United States Air Force.

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NCOIC, Aviation Resource Management

Master Sergeant Sheila W. Weyman distinguished herself by meritorious service while serving as NCOIC, Aviation Resource Management, 301st Rescue Squadron, 920th Operations Group, 920th Rescue Wing, Patrick Air Force Base, Florida. During this period, Sergeant Weyman's exemplary dedication, interpersonal skills, and perseverance resulted in the development and implementation of new procedures to improve mission review processes and verify qualification status for all aircrew members prior to flight. Moreover, she certified all source documents were accurate for aircrew mission planning, ensuring 13 shuttle and 32 rocket missions were supported without interruption. In addition, Sergeant Weyman deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom and managed 57 aircrew members from seven units residing at three geographically separated locations which resulted in over 80 lives saved. Further, she assisted in coordinating flight crew paperwork during preparation for deployment in support of Joint Task Force Hurricane Katrina and Hurricane Rita, which resulted in 1,050 saved. Finally, Sergeant Weyman developed innovative techniques to accomplish training goals which elevated two trainee's skills from marginal to proficient. The distinctive accomplishments of Sergeant Weyman reflect credit upon herself, the 301st Rescue Squadron, and the United States Air Force.