Ready, Set, Airlift!

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Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 20 What is a KSL Feb 26, 2025

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The Commander's Key Support Program is a critical resource for all Airmen, but many members don't realize the full slate of resources it can open up for them. Three of the Alamo Wing's Key Support Liaisons join us to offer their first hand knowledge of how helpful KSLs can be.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 19 Understanding Maintenance with Maj. Carlos Rocha Jan 31, 2025

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Keeping the 433rd Airlift Wing's C-5M Super Galaxy fleet up and flying is a daunting task. Hundreds of maintainers from dozens of different specialties must work together to make it happen. We spoke with the new commander of the 433rd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron for some insight into the world of maintenance.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 18 Meet Command Chief Jonathan Birk Jan 08, 2025

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Chief Master Sgt. Jonathan Birk took over responsibility as the 433rd Airlift Wing command chief in October 2024. In this episode, he shares his Air Force journey, some of the lessons he's learned along the way, and his expectations as the new Alamo Wing senior enlisted leader.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 17 Military Family Appreciation Month Dec 04, 2024

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November is Military Family Appreciation Month. 1st Lt. Amy Corley, a 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron flight nurse, has three sons all serving together in the U.S. Army. She discusses the sacrifices and challenges military families face.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 16 Female Aviation Trailblazers Oct 30, 2024

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Retired Lt. Col. Olga Custodio, the first Hispanic female pilot in the U.S. military, and retired Lt. Col. Caroline "Blaze" Jansen, the first female Air Force Reserve pilot to fly with the Thunderbirds, share their experiences as trailblazers in the Air Force.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 15 SFS NCO Back In The Fight After Cancer Battle Oct 03, 2024

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Senior Master Sgt. Catherine Falcon, 433rd Security Forces Squadron superintendent, shares her story after choosing to continue serving despite a battle against cancer.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 14 Military and Family Readiness Sep 12, 2024

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Leticia Gonzalez and Nakia Evans work for the 433rd Airlift Wing Military and Family Readiness office and sit down to discuss the food pantry program. They plan to officially open the pantry for 433rd AW and 960th Cyber Wing Citizen Airmen families starting in October. They also discuss the resources available to Airmen, military members, and their extended family.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Rp. 13 Enlisted to Officer Aug 26, 2024

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Master Sgt. Frankie Jenkins persevered through years of schooling, many denials, and multiple officer boards to finally commission as a social worker in the Air Force. Jenkins opens up about what it took to succeed.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 12 Col. Douglas Jeffrey Takes Command Aug 02, 2024

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Ahead of his assumption of command, Col. Douglas Jeffrey shares a little bit about himself and his plans for the 433rd Airlift Wing as the Air Force reoptimizes for Great Power Competition.

Ready, Set, Airlift! Ep. 11 UEI Survival Guide Jul 16, 2024

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With the Alamo Wing preparing to undergo a Unit Effectiveness Inspection from higher headquarters, we sit down with the head of the 433rd Inspector General Office to discuss what we're calling the "UEI Survival Guide". These fundamentals will help any Airman, regardless of rank and career field, to avoid unnecessary missteps during the inspection. Link to UEI Survival Guide show notes: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_6zG6IJG6z2EgARHYQ65C_0g5ZnixSB7?usp=drive_link

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