Weapons Load Team member displays 'Service Before Self'

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Name and Rank: Airman Robert A Cabral

Unit: 748th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron/493rd Aircraft Maintenance Unit

Duty Title: Weapons Load Team member

Time in Service: One year

Time at Lakenheath: Four months

Hometown: Sacramento, Calif.

Hobbies: All sports and social events

Core Value Portrayed: Service Before Self

How does the individual portray that core value? Airman Cabral's dedication to 2009 NATO Iceland Air Policing was second to none! Not only did he serve in his primary mission as a Weapons Load Team member, he performed many tasks outside his career field flawlessly and without complaint.

Why is serving in the Air Force important to you? Growing up, I had many other opportunities besides the military. However, I feel I owe to it my country to serve with pride.

What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? I was named superior performer by the 872nd Air Expedition Squadron, Iceland, in 2009.

What are your personal and/or professional goals? My professional goal is to get senior airman below the zone, and my personal goal is to earn a degree in criminal justice.

What is your favorite part of your job?
Opportunities to learn, travel and work as a team.