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ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England - Senior Airman Phillip Williams, 48th Communications Squadron airfield systems technician, inserts a Bayonet Neill-Concelman cable into a machine at the 24 localizer site, Sept 20, 2012. The 24 localizer provides a virtual centerline for aircraft as they land. Williams was nominated for a Liberty Spotlight because he displays the core value of "Service Before Self." (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tiffany M. Grigg)
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Airfield systems technician displays "Service before Self"
Posted 9/20/2012 Updated 9/20/2012
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by 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
9/20/2012 - ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England --
Name and Rank: Senior Airman Phillip Williams
Unit: 48th Communications Squadron
Duty Title: Airfield systems technician
Time in Service: 2 years, 6 months
Time at Lakenheath: 7 months
Hometown: East St. Louis, Ill.
Hobbies: Music, sports, interpretive dancing and volunteering
Core Value Portrayed: "Service Before Self"
How does the individual portray that core value?
Williams volunteered for a short-notice temporary duty assignment to Fairford, U.K., providing technical assistance for 100th CS from Mildenhall. During this time he maintained the full spectrum of air traffic control systems, supporting aircraft to and from downrange deployments.
Why is serving in the Air Force important to you?
I have always wanted to be in a position to help people whether it is physically, mentally, emotionally and/or spiritually. Being a member of the Air Force allows me the opportunity do all of these on a regular basis and on a global scale.
What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of?
While stationed in Osan, I participated in high ops-tempo exercises on a monthly basis. Leadership recognized my hard work and motivation and I was rewarded with the opportunity of leading the tiger team in my last exercise.
What are your personal and/or professional goals?
Professionally, I want to make Staff Sgt. on my first attempt so that I can be in a position to mold and mentor fellow Airmen.
Personally, I want to complete my Community College of the Air Force degree and bachelor's degree in general education and achieve a 90 percent on my fitness test.
What is your favorite part of your job?
I enjoy every aspect of my job. Each day brings a new challenge whether it is equipment maintenance, supply acquisitions, preventative maintenance or additional duties. I accept all challenges to help build me into a better technician and well-rounded member of the United States Air Force.
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