Aircraft metals technician displays "Service Before Self" Published March 16, 2012 By Airman 1st Class Cory D. Payne 48th Fighter Wing Public Affairs ROYAL AIR FORCE LAKENHEATH, England -- Name and Rank: Senior Airman Kurtis Terril Unit: 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron Duty Title: Aircraft metals technician Time in Service: 3 years, 6 months Time at Lakenheath: 3 years Hometown: Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. Hobbies: Hunting Core Value Portrayed: "Service Before Self" How does the individual portray that core value? No matter when or why our nation calls, Terril is ready to answer. In his short time stationed at RAF Lakenheath Terril has volunteered for deployment several times. He has directly supported in Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Odyssey Dawn. Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? I get to serve my country and it gives me the chance to see parts of the world that I normally wouldn't. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I'm proud of serving my country while deployed at Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan. What are your personal and/or professional goals? I want to work towards earning my Community College of the Air Force degree. What is your favorite part of your job? I like how this career field incorporates both machining and welding.