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National Football League quarterback Kurt Warner meets Tech Sgt. Rico Walker of the 932nd Airlift Wing.


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National Football League quarterback Kurt Warner meets Tech Sgt. Rico Walker of the 932nd Airlift Wing.

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The commander of the 932nd Security Forces Squadron, Lt. Col. Edward Hunn, admires the amazing sports skills of a special
One of the top sports competitors in the unit, Senior Master Sgt. Ron Peterson (in red) from the 932nd Civil Engineering Squadron, watches
932nd Airlift Wing members run a mile and a half as part of the physical fitness requirement to be in the Air Force, Aug. 9, 2015, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. Air Force Airmen are tested on push ups, sit-ups and abdominal circumference and include height, weight and age to indicate a passing level of fitness. (U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Christopher Parr)
932nd Airlift Wing fitness monitors check the official timer at the base track before a schedule run. The track now features artificial grass on the infield that can be used year around. (U.S. Air Force photo/Maj. Stan Paregien)
Taking your motorcycle out for one last ride in 2014? Remember to never drink and drive. THE FOLLOWING IS A SHORT STORY FROM THE AF SAFETY OFFICE: Riding motorcycles sober is dangerous enough. Riding under the influence is suicidal. Those who have tried it and survived (including me) are just lucky. First, consider the natural resting position of a motorcycle is on its side. Don't believe me? Try walking away from your bike without putting the kickstand down -- I did that once. Then consider all of the components that have to work together in harmony to keep your bike upright and moving forward, including the engine, transmission, shifter and throttle coupled with the coordinated efforts of your brain, eyes, feet, hands and torso. Now throw in some alcohol. We know that drinking alcohol leads to poor judgment, distorted vision, loss of coordination and slowed reflexes. That's a lot of personal challenges while perched atop a machine that can launch you faster than a Ferrari into the next county, or to the closest morgue. Police officers key in on these impairments when they conduct a field sobriety check. You may think you dance better after a few drinks, but you certainly don't ride better, and you don't better your chances of surviving the keen observations of that very sober police officer who is just doing his job. Years ago a concerned wing commander dealing with a DUI problem recognized that people do drink and drive, and that a zero tolerance policy was unrealistic. So, he came up with the 0-0-1-3 rule; that is, 0 underage drinking, 0 DUIs, 1 drink per hour, and no more than 3 drinks per evening. If you do the physiological math on this you'll find it works for most people who choose to drink and drive. Unfortunately, it doesn't account for an individual's tolerance level for handling the effects of alcohol and it creates a very dangerous and false sense of security for motorcyclists. Here's why: When you ride under the influence, poor judgment an
Senior Master Sgt. William Bassett, 932nd Airlift Wing, Superintendent of the Scott Command Post, looks over his shoulder for traffic and takes a minute to discuss the importance of motorcycle safety, while posing with his winterized, heated seast and heated grips, Honda Goldwing.
Col. Karl Goerke, 932nd Airlift Wing commander and biking enthusiast, checks an intersecting road to his left as he rides around Scott Air Force Base during a exercise workout and preparation for a video podcast segment. He noted he always wears a helmet and special gloves and protective shoes while riding during the day. (U.S. Air Force photo/Maj. Stan Paregien)
Wing members and guests enjoyed the Annual 1st Sergeant's 5k and 10K Runs which started at the pavilion near the softball fields. Some energetic runners made the entire circuit around the base which is close to 6.5 miles. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Amber Hodges)
Maj. Robert Atkins, takes a break during a recent cycling competition in Arizona. Atkins trains nearly every day and competes in about ten triathalons a year for fun and fitness. Atkins said he enjoyes the physical and mental challenges triathalons offer. A stand-out cyclist, Atkins previously was a member of the Air Force Cycling team. Atkins is the Director of Inspections and helps oversee all exercise evaluations at the 932nd Airlift Wing. (photo provided courtesy Maj. Atkins)
Capt. Michael Williams, 932nd Airlift Wing Protestant Chaplain, shows off his archery skills at the 3D Archery Shoot held during the 932nd AW annual family day. (Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Meiko Schill.)
Capt. Michael Williams, 932nd Airlift Wing Protestant Chaplain, shows off his archery skills at the 3D Archery Shoot held during the 932nd AW annual family day. (Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Meiko Schill.)
Senior Master Sgt. Ron Peterson, 932nd Airlift Wing Civil Engineer Squadron, swings big during the 932nd AW annual family day picnic officers vs. enlisted softball tournament. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Amber Hodges)