This is the introduction and integration of a new enterprise into the Air Force Reserve Command, said Chief Master Sgt. [6], In October 1984, the 5th Photographic Technical Squadron and the 99th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron were consolidated as the 11th Reconnaissance Technical Squadron, but were never active under that name. I worked up the courage to talk about my challenges with one of my mentors and their care and honesty inspired me to want to contribute to the changing perceptions surrounding seeking mental health help and building resiliency. The mission of the 311th is to provide USSOCOM and components with deployedin-garrison full motion video processing, exploitation and dissemination in support of special operations forces engaged in combatoperations worldwide. Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron geospatial imagery analyst, received recognition for her contributions to the Reserve's global mission, April 22 during the 2022 Virtual Announcement Event broadcasted on AFRC Facebook Live. The squadron's mission set is collect intelligence drived data and disseminate it to special operations commanders so they can make decisions on the battlefield. 8 Photographic Group, 20 Oct 1943; III Reconnaissance Command, 15 Jan 1944; 91 Photographic (later, 91 Reconnaissance) Wing (later, 91 Air Division), 15 Apr 1944-29 Apr 1946. In addition to the 2nd SOS, she takes care of the 65th Special Operations Squadron and the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron. The unit first sergeant is probably the last person that youd peg as an introvert, especially when they wear a Christmas tree tutu to the holiday party, but I am. She asked me what I didI told her, and then she asked, did you make it? said Payne. 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Periman supports the squadron's mission of providing full-motion video . Fla., April 22, 2022. First sergeants advise commanders on the readiness, health, morale, welfare, and quality of life of Airmen and families to ensure a mission-ready force. Activated on 20 Oct 1943. 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HURLBURT FIELD, Fla. -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., visited Hurlburt Field and Air Force Special Operations Command, April 4, 2022. We provide aerial information about whats happening on the field to our own ground forces, said Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th SOIS. The mission of the 311th is to provide USSOCOM and components with deployedin-garrison full motion video processing, exploitation and dissemination in support of special operations forces engaged in combatoperations worldwide. I have witnessed the achievements of an effective first sergeant reflected in the accomplishments of their units enlisted force. I bumped into Ellie, who was working in her area in the hanger, said Payne. It has been humbling, challenging, exciting, fun and rewarding. The hawk embodies vigilance. An official website of the United States government, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. A career Intelligence Officer, she has served in various positions on Active Duty, Air National Guard, and Air Force Reserve Command, to include two combat deployments to Balad Air Base, Iraq, a deployment to the Combined Air Operations Center in Al Udeid, Qatar, and a tour to the Defense Attach Office in the U.S. Embassy in Managua, Nicaragua. The squadron was established in August 2006, in order to provide tailored and dedicated intelligence support to special operations forces. We each bring something different and unique to the table shaped by our past experiences, professions and personality types. Brianne Kelleher, 655th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Group, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio (10 AF); Blue alludes to the sky, the primary theater of Air Force operations. Payne was able to go home that night to his family and avert a trip to the emergency room because of Goldense intervening. Ive learned what I need to do personally to maintain my balance and rebuild my internal stores. Master Sgt.
A: Im an introvert! Most employees couldnt be identified in an article without it posing a threat to national security. The 311th SOIS falls under the 919th Special Operations Wing and is the only mission of it's kind in the Air Force Reserve. In the summer of 2006, the consolidated squadron was redesignated the 11th Intelligence Squadron and assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command for activation. She explained her process is to learn what ailments members might have from participating in activities with their families, so they are not compounding the situation by being stationary for prolonged periods of time. Marvin Pritchett, superintendent of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th SOIS, unsheathe their guideon at the 311th SOIS activation ceremony , Nov. 3, 2019, Duke Field AFS, Florida. This cutting edge work involves extracting intelligence value from multiple platforms and distributing it to special operations commanders so they can make battlefield decisions. [2] History [ edit] Predecessors [ edit] A: There is no mold of a perfect first sergeant. Imagine just sitting in an upright position, for hours and hours on end, said Goldense. Meghan Hoover, 193rd Special Operations, Master Sgt. Redesignated as 11 Special Operations Intelligence Squadron on 31 Jul 2016. Their daughter Sophia is a lawyer and a public defendant in Charleston, South Carolina. I have seen the struggles a unit can experience without an effective first sergeant. As an immigrant from Madrid, Spain, Colonel Sunderhaus received her American citizenship in 1999, and was immediately selected to join the Air Force and attend Officer Training School, receiving her commission in July of 2000. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, hold the unit's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Sunderhaus and Pritchett have worked tirelessly to stand up the new unit's mission at Hurlburt Field, Fla., the first Air Force Reserve unit of its kind. The large eye with a scanning line represents a camera lens and symbolizes continuous observation. When Lieutenant General Millard Harmon crashed in the Pacific, the squadron participated in an intensive air search for survivors. Not developed or endorsed by NARA or DVIDS. The 11th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron is an intelligence unit of the United States Air Force. 919 Tactical Airlift (later, 919 Special Operations) Group, 30 Jul 1971; 919 . The U.S. National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) was established in 1934 by President Franklin Roosevelt. However, he repressed the feeling and pushed through since he had a funeral to attend. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, proudly display the squadron's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. She is a graduate of the University of Madrid, Madrid, Spain, and has two masters degrees from Marquette University, Milwaukee WI, and the Inter-American Defense College, where she graduated with distinction and attended War College.
Were bringing long-term continuity to this program and mission, said Sunderhaus. [7], Growth in special operations missions and in reconnaissance operations in support of the Global War on Terrorism led to the unit becoming one of the fastest growing Air Force units. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), From left, CHief Master Sgt. A: [My favorite aspect of the job is] being able to positively impact the organization. Some may think talking to a first sergeant equates to being in trouble, but in reality there are a lot of good reasons why first sergeants talk with Airmen. Q: What should Airmen know about first sergeants that you dont think they know already? Goldense described while in combat, the brain can cause physical stress from experiencing what is referred to as moral injury by those who study the psychological impact of combat operations among certain segments of the military. Both Payne and Goldense established a trusting working relationship, and he has since referred several team members to her. In fact, a large number of the senior leaders Ive listened to speak at various [Professional Military Education] courses and professional development events have said the same, which really surprised me. It became the first imagery and full-motion video intelligence unit to be specifically assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC). (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), From left, CHief Master Sgt. We care about our Airmen and their families, said Sunderhaus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), From left, CHief Master Sgt. Q: What is something you want your Airmen to know about you that might surprise them? The 311th SOIS is the only special operations intelligence squadron in the Air Force Reserve. [1], The squadron was activated in August 2006, to provide tailored dedicated intelligence support to special operations forces. Tenaya Norland, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron first sergeant poses for a photo at Duke Field, Florida, March 24, 2022. Payne and his teams line of work requires long periods of sitting, causing strain, tension, and fatigue on the body. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile), An official website of the United States government, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. Assignments. Part of the World's largest public domain source PICRYL.com. This website is developed as a part of the world's largest public domain archive, PICRYL.com, and not developed or endorsed by the U.S. National Archives or DVIDS. Ultramarine blue and Air Force yellow are the Air Force colors. The 311th Troop Carrier Squadron trained in the United States from 1943 to 1944 and later flew cargo and personnel missions. In 15 minutes she triaged me, showed me I had pulled a muscle, and not punctured a lunglike I thought I did, chuckled Payne. Standing up a squadron while also performing the mission comes with additional stressors.
Weve been hand selecting dedicated Airmen that we think can handle this job, said Sunderhaus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron commander, looks into a computer screen, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. ARTs carry dual status as full-time civil service employees for the Air Force who, as a condition of employment, must participate as reservists. [2], The first predecessor of the squadron, the 5th Photographic Technical Squadron was activated at Will Rogers Field, Oklahoma. Tenaya Norland, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron first sergeant poses for a photo at Duke Field, Florida, March 24, 2022. In the Reserve, when youre setting up a squadron, you have to build these systems from scratch. With the hiring process comes the need to have programs which provide for Airmen and their families. Were going to be here for a while and so we care about making it so that Airmen want to stay.
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Saw Blut poses for a portrait following graduation, Col. Lavetta Bennett: Protecting those who serve during Michigan National Guards COVID-19 response, Master Sgt. Lt. Cmdr. The council also has other events throughout the year to support Airmen and are always available to help point Airmen to resources they need. It was the first imagery and full-motion video intelligence unit to be specifically assigned to Air Force Special Operations Command. Periman supports the squadron's mission of providing full-motion video . (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile). 2022. The lightning flash denotes speed in accomplishing the mission. The athletic trainer position supports the physical pillar to optimize and sustain mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile) Reserve activates special ops intel squadron Published Nov. 4, 2019 By Airman 1st Class Dylan Gentile 919th Special Operations Wing (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Dylan M. Gentile), From left, CHief Master Sgt.
Following V-J Day, the squadron returned to the Philippines, where it was inactivated in 1946. Red lights strewn across the tile ceiling of the office building flashed continuously to alert the intelligence analysts of a visitor in the facility as specialists paused to reflect on their unique mission amidst the glow of several illuminated computer screens. We started standing up the squadron in January of 2019, and have already won three [Major Command level] awards, logged over 7,000 flying hours, supported over 900 missions, generated over 700 products, and havent even been activated yet, said Sunderhaus. Kirk Porter, the outgoing commander, Pvt. Disclaimer: A work of the U.S. National Archives and DVIDS is "a work prepared by an officer or employee" of the federal government "as part of that person's official duties." Ellie Goldense, an athletic trainer with the Preservation of the Force and Family, takes the time for a photo in her work area at Hurlburt Field, Florida, Sept. 23, 2021. 191103F-XG228-567. Master Sgt. Katelyn Zimmerman, 193rd Special Operations, Lt. Col. Matthew Emerson, 137th Special Operations, Col. Gary McCollum, 352nd Special Operations Group, Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron commander, looks into a computer screen, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Inactivated on 29 Apr 1946. This article incorporates public domain material from the Air Force Historical Research Agency. Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, delivers remarks during the activation ceremony of the 311th SOIS, Sept. 3, 2019, Duke Field, Fla. Sunderhaus spoke about the American Dream and the importance of tenacity in every facet of the unit's dynamic global mission. Her ability to assess the situation, and help me in that moment is indicative of the care she provides our Airmen every day, said Payne.
Yellow refers to the sun and the excellence required of Air Force personnel. We just knew we were tearing our bodies down.
Reach out to your unit first sergeant to find out what you can do to make yourself competitive to become a 919th SOW first sergeant in the future. The trust the members of the squadron and their families have placed in me because of it is nothing short of amazing. The 311th SOIS falls under the 919th Special Operations Wing and is the only mission of it's kind in the Air Force Reserve. (U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile). The mission set extends into humanitarian efforts as well. To help counteract these stressors for the team, she developed individual fitness plans to make sure the flying unit performs optimally. Learn About Our History. (U.S. Air Force photo my Michelle Gigante) The 311th SOIS is also the only squadron doing anything like this in the Reserve component. The rigorous training, 12 hour shifts, and human cost of the mission can take its toll.
Senior Airman Myah Periman, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron geospatial imagery analyst, received recognition for her contributions to the Reserve's global mission, Friday, April 22 during the 2022 Virtual Announcement Event broadcasted on AFRC Facebook Live. More than 280 ARTs and 35 civilians support the wing in day-to-day operations. After the funeral, Payne stopped by his office to follow-up on a few important items for work and planned to later seek medical treatment for the injury. The 311th SOIS is the only squadron with their mission set in the Air Force Reserve. Chief Master Sgt. Activated in the Reserve on 30 Jul 1971. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, hold the unit's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. Sunderhaus and Pritchett have worked tirelessly to stand up the new unit's mission at Hurlburt Field, Fla., the first Air Force Reserve unit of its kind. In addition to the 2nd SOS, she takes care of the 65th Special Operations Squadron and the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron. [1], The squadron was activated in the reserves at Long Beach Airport in August 1949, although it is not clear to what extent the unit was manned or equipped. Master Sgt. This is a list of United States Air Force special operations squadrons. Colonel Magdalena Mags Sunderhaus currently serves as the National Defense University Reserve Component Chair and College of International Security Affairs military faculty member, Fort Lesley McNair, Washington D.C. Tenaya Norland, first sergeant of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron who helped organize the event, has been part of the 919th SOW since 2015 and a first sergeant for just over two years. In general, under section 105 of the Copyright Act, such works are not entitled to domestic copyright protection under U.S. law and are therefore in the public domain. The group is stationed at Cannon Air Force Base, New Mexico . The squadron's mission set is collect intelligence drived data and disseminate it to special operations commanders so they can make decisions on the battlefield. The 311th SOIS falls under the 919th Special Operations Wing and is the . On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. It transferred to Hawaii in February 1945 and flew cargo in the Hawaiian Islands. She could see the look on my face and knew there was a problem.
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(U.S. Air Force photo by Dylan M. Gentile), Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, commander of the 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron, delivers remarks during the activation ceremony of the 311th SOIS, Sept. 3, 2019, Duke Field, Fla. Sunderhaus spoke about the American Dream and the importance of tenacity in every facet of the unit's dynamic global mission. "We didnt even realize what we were missing until we got the [resiliency equipment] we have now. Marvin Pritchett, 311th Special Operations Intelligence Squadron superintendent, and Lt. Col. Magdalena Sunderhaus, 311th SOIS commander, proudly display the squadron's guideon, Oct. 24, 2019, Hurlburt Field, Fla. In addition, the unit is affiliated with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Washington, DC and St. Louis, Missouri. I have loved serving as a first sergeant and wouldnt trade those experiences and memories for anything.