My tour as the 3rd Air Force commander comes to an end today during the change of command ceremony. Needless to say, I will miss working alongside all the outstanding Airmen and civilians in 3rd Air Force, as well as all of the joint partners and host country civilians that I interacted with every single day. I will miss visiting you where you work and hearing about your accomplishments, as well as your challenges. I will miss living in Europe and visiting the many sights that others can only hope to visit one day. I will miss taking advantage of all of the services available on the magnificent installations provided by our Air Force, and operated by 3rd Air Force Airmen.
All good things must come to an end but as much as I will miss this command, I am not saddened to leave because Lt. Gen. Craig Franklin will take command and I know you will be in good hands. I know that you will give him your loyalty and respect, and that without fail you will continue to pursue the mission under his leadership with the same vigor and aggressiveness I have come to enjoy.
The good news is that I do not have to say goodbye. I know we will meet again soon, at some time and at some place we cannot predict. When we do, we can once again operate as we did in 3rd Air Force, in an environment of trust and teamwork, and with common values so we can pursue the mission once again!
It has been an honor and a privilege to be your commander. Sharon and I want to thank you and your families for the sacrifices you make to serve our country. So until we meet again … serve well, be proud and take care of each other.
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My tour as the 3rd Air Force commander comes to an end today during the change of command ceremony. Needless to say, I will miss working alongside all the outstanding Airmen and civilians in 3rd Air Force, as well as all of the joint partners and host country civilians that I interacted with every single day. I will miss visiting you where you work and hearing about your accomplishments, as well as your challenges. I will miss living in Europe and visiting the many sights that others can only hope to visit one day. I will miss taking advantage of all of the services available on the magnificent installations provided by our Air Force, and operated by 3rd Air Force Airmen.
All good things must come to an end but as much as I will miss this command, I am not saddened to leave because Lt. Gen. Craig Franklin will take command and I know you will be in good hands. I know that you will give him your loyalty and respect, and that without fail you will continue to pursue the mission under his leadership with the same vigor and aggressiveness I have come to enjoy.
The good news is that I do not have to say goodbye. I know we will meet again soon, at some time and at some place we cannot predict. When we do, we can once again operate as we did in 3rd Air Force, in an environment of trust and teamwork, and with common values so we can pursue the mission once again!
It has been an honor and a privilege to be your commander. Sharon and I want to thank you and your families for the sacrifices you make to serve our country. So until we meet again … serve well, be proud and take care of each other.