48 AMXS Airman epitomizes excellence Published Jan. 18, 2008 RAF LAKENHEATH, England -- Airman 1st Class Matthew Locklear, weapons load crew member, was nominated for the Liberty spotlight by his chain of command because he epitomizes the core value of "Excellence in all we do." Unit: 48th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Commander: Maj. Keith Compton Time in Service: One year and nine months Time at Lakenheath: One year and three months Hometown: Casa Grande, Ariz. Hobbies: Poker, music and restoring cars Core Value Portrayed: From details to deployments to training, Airman Locklear pursues every tasking he is given with enthusiasm and dedication. What accomplishment during your Air Force career are you most proud of? My main accomplishment that I am most proud of is, despite the many hardships and life changing events that have happened to me during the last two years, I have maintained a very successful and trouble-free reputation. I did not let life events desolate my career or hinder it. I have even joined many programs that display honor and pride for the Air Force, such as the honor guard. What are your personal and career goals? One of my personal goals is to finish my masters' in business by the time my first term is up. One career goal is to make staff sergeant and technical sergeant the first time I test for both ranks.