![]() ![]() That is why rank exists that is why there are officers that is why there are two categories of officers rated and nonrated. That does not mean everyone is equal, nor should they be treated as such. The military and its members should treat everyone fairly and respectfully and provide equal opportunity. If individuals have a problem with hierarchy, they have no business being in the military. That does not diminish your value as a person, but it clearly defines your place in the military hierarchy. If you are not aircrew, then you are support. There are two types of career fields operations and support. When an individual earns his wings, he is responsible for a national asset. However, the demands for aircrew and their responsibilities are much greater than other career fields the standards are higher for those individuals. Their training and responsibilities command a tremendous amount of respect. They recognize their role and are vital to the Air Force’s success. Other support agencies could learn a lot from them. Thank them for their hard work, because without them the aircraft sit on the ramp. ![]() What about maintenance? They work a thankless job to maintain an aging fleet. Who is your internal customer? Force support, logistical readiness and mission support - support the forces. At the end of the day, if aircraft aren’t in the air flying, the Air Force has failed. Every job in the Air Force is important, and every job is required to put aircraft in the air. More importantly, the order of the words is not fight, fly and win. What is the primary mission of the Air Force? To fly, fight and win. For those who vehemently disagree with me, let me ask two questions: I find that the article is indicative of a systemic infection spreading throughout the Air Force. This reminds me of that op-ed from some pilot at Cannon years back.
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