PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Happy December, and greetings to the members of the 146 Airlift Wing and the Wing Association. It’s the holiday season and I hope that you all are having a
great time as Christmas closes in upon us. As we celebrate the Season of light and hope, from the bright candles and the warmth of a cozy fireplace, on behalf of the
board, I extend our deepest gratitude to the members of the Wing and the Association. May this holiday season bring peace, comfort, and togetherness into
your homes. May you feel the gratitude of a nation that holds you close in its heart.
It’s been an eventful year for both the Wing, and at the Association. The association is looking forward to bringing active and retired members together for
another exciting year end. We are moving forward with great opportunities to support Wing functions, personnel and our association. The association has been
very fortunate to have great interaction with the Wing and its Staff. This year so far has brought many challenges to the Wing, and we are happy we could be of
assistance to them and our guard family.
March had brought on some new changes within the Wing. Col. Shawna Pavey had assumed the Wing Commander position at the 146th. She worked on getting
the Wing through its rigorous inspection with flying colors. Col Pavey returned to a new position at HQ. The new commander, Col. Christopher Lutz’ assumed
command in October after serving as the Wings Vice Commander. I know that he will continue to keep the Wing at its best, as they move forward during these
challenging times. He is very dedicated to being the best he can be. Col Lutz is a active association member and gives support to the Association and all its current
and past members. We are looking forward to working with him and continue making our Association one of the best Associations in the Guard.
Also, a new Maintenance Commander from the 163rd (March) LTC Michael Baird, and New Ops Group Commander from the 129th RQW Col Patrick Slavin Have
assumed their new roles as of August 2nd. Along with all these important positions, Chief Enrique Lopez has assumed the position of Command Chief, as
Chief Ray Robles returned to his civilian position. Thanks Chief, for your many years of service to the 146th Wing and our Country. As you move onto the
Commanders comments, you will get a great Insite to the work that the Wing and its personal have been going through.
As Col Doughty has moved on to retirement, the Association would like to thank him for his continued support of the association and all of its functions. Our
guard family, both active and retired, wish you all the best in your airline pilot career position. Your service to the Wing has left a legacy for others to follow in.
On a last note, for all our members. I wish to thank all the people that I have worked with and served with over the last 5 plus years as the President of the
Wing Association. It’s been my honor and privilege to serve our members as association President We have accomplished many challenges and served the
wing with the true desire to maintain the history and dedication to its members. Our new President will assume my position mid-January. Chief George Rameriz,
retired will be taking over with his strong desire to maintain our high standards for the members and the Wing. I will continue to be on the board of directors and
look forward to doing what I can to assist our Wing and people.
We look forward to your involvement in the functions that we have planned this year. As a service organization, and a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, we will always keep our members first and our mission to support the Wing and its members a top priority. Please just drop us a quick note with your suggestions to:
[email protected].
and/or [email protected].
Your Association looks forward to seeing you at one of our functions this year.
Wishing you all best.
Richard Onsgard
President – 146th Wing Association
http://www.146thwingassociation.org
great time as Christmas closes in upon us. As we celebrate the Season of light and hope, from the bright candles and the warmth of a cozy fireplace, on behalf of the
board, I extend our deepest gratitude to the members of the Wing and the Association. May this holiday season bring peace, comfort, and togetherness into
your homes. May you feel the gratitude of a nation that holds you close in its heart.
It’s been an eventful year for both the Wing, and at the Association. The association is looking forward to bringing active and retired members together for
another exciting year end. We are moving forward with great opportunities to support Wing functions, personnel and our association. The association has been
very fortunate to have great interaction with the Wing and its Staff. This year so far has brought many challenges to the Wing, and we are happy we could be of
assistance to them and our guard family.
March had brought on some new changes within the Wing. Col. Shawna Pavey had assumed the Wing Commander position at the 146th. She worked on getting
the Wing through its rigorous inspection with flying colors. Col Pavey returned to a new position at HQ. The new commander, Col. Christopher Lutz’ assumed
command in October after serving as the Wings Vice Commander. I know that he will continue to keep the Wing at its best, as they move forward during these
challenging times. He is very dedicated to being the best he can be. Col Lutz is a active association member and gives support to the Association and all its current
and past members. We are looking forward to working with him and continue making our Association one of the best Associations in the Guard.
Also, a new Maintenance Commander from the 163rd (March) LTC Michael Baird, and New Ops Group Commander from the 129th RQW Col Patrick Slavin Have
assumed their new roles as of August 2nd. Along with all these important positions, Chief Enrique Lopez has assumed the position of Command Chief, as
Chief Ray Robles returned to his civilian position. Thanks Chief, for your many years of service to the 146th Wing and our Country. As you move onto the
Commanders comments, you will get a great Insite to the work that the Wing and its personal have been going through.
As Col Doughty has moved on to retirement, the Association would like to thank him for his continued support of the association and all of its functions. Our
guard family, both active and retired, wish you all the best in your airline pilot career position. Your service to the Wing has left a legacy for others to follow in.
On a last note, for all our members. I wish to thank all the people that I have worked with and served with over the last 5 plus years as the President of the
Wing Association. It’s been my honor and privilege to serve our members as association President We have accomplished many challenges and served the
wing with the true desire to maintain the history and dedication to its members. Our new President will assume my position mid-January. Chief George Rameriz,
retired will be taking over with his strong desire to maintain our high standards for the members and the Wing. I will continue to be on the board of directors and
look forward to doing what I can to assist our Wing and people.
We look forward to your involvement in the functions that we have planned this year. As a service organization, and a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization, we will always keep our members first and our mission to support the Wing and its members a top priority. Please just drop us a quick note with your suggestions to:
[email protected].
and/or [email protected].
Your Association looks forward to seeing you at one of our functions this year.
Wishing you all best.
Richard Onsgard
President – 146th Wing Association
http://www.146thwingassociation.org