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F-35 test and training units. Kosters, was one of the first pipeline maintainers to join the 34th AMU straight from basic training and tech school and Red Flag is valuable experience for that greener group.
“At home, our young maintenance Airmen are practicing and learning every day. Here, we’re able to put that training into a realistic scenario and watch them succeed and learn how to overcome challenges,” said Senior Master Sgt. Robert Soto, lead production superintendent for the 34th AMU.
“It’s not glorious. You’re not working 9-5. Your uniform is not going to stay nice and clean. But, next to being a pilot, I feel like I have the best job there is,” Kosters said. “It gratifying to see those jets take off.”
Kosters said he and his fellow maintainers take pride as they hear from pilots how their aircraft are performing in the fight.
“It’s had its doubters in the world. But it’s nice to prove people wrong with all eyes on us, especially here,” Kosters said. “The first couple missions, it was the F-35 versus everyone else and our guys were showing them that the F-35 is a superior plane. We’re like varsity.”
Music has come a long way since “The Macarena,” and 20 merciful years passed before a studio tried to make an “Independence Day” without Will Smith. The F-16 is still flying, but its successor is here.
The future belongs to the young. With Airmen like Kosters and an aircraft like the F-35, it appears to be in good hands.
By 99th Medical Group
Q. I was previously informed that I could not get care on base once I turned 65. What changed?
A. By law, Medicare becomes your primary insurer once you turn 65. Most military treatment facilities do not have the resources to take care of seniors. However, select bases around the country that have robust medical services are authorized to offer the TRICARE Plus program. We are pleased to offer the program at Nel- lis and encourage you to take advantage of this benefit.
Q. How does this affect my Medicare benefit?
A. TRICARE Plus adds to your Medicare Benefit. It does not take away any benefits you currently enjoy with Medicare.
Send your questions to askthedoc@us.af.mil
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