by Tech. Sgt. Andrew Caya
914th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
9/11/2014 - NIAGARA FALLS AIR RESERVE STATION, N.Y. -- The
914th Airlift Wing participated in "Exercise Cold Front," a
self-assessment of operational requirements required under the new Air
Force inspection system, Sept. 5-7.
The new inspection system requires each unit to self-assess and report
to the wing commander their ability to comply with regulatory guidance
and policy. Wings must also demonstrate the ability to accomplish the
wartime mission, focusing on four major graded areas: managing
resources, leading people, improving the unit, and executing the
mission.
Exercise Cold Front was a validation of the 914th AW's ability to test executing the mission.
"I think (the exercise) went very well," said Lt. Col. Mark Ables, 914th
AW combat readiness officer. "Everybody seemed engaged...people were
really investing themselves in the activities--people were excited about
going out there and doing their jobs."
"Not only does this test our objectives and capabilities, but it is a
tremendous morale booster for all," said Master Sgt. Stephen Kaiser,
914th Aeromedical Staging Squadron inspection team member. "We want to
do our jobs --this is our mission--our job, our passion."
"This exercise was an excellent opportunity to mix all our Air Force
specialities and work together as a team," said Kaiser. "Typically our
training is more segregated. Our Airmen did an outstanding job. We are
growing. Participating in larger and joint exercise only strengthens our
abilities."
Friday, September 12, 2014
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