152nd Board Study Set (SSgt)

The Nevada Air National Guard has been mobilized into the U.S. Air Force several times. Please give an example or two of these mobilizations. (Give dates and/or conflict name)

Korean Conflict - March 1st, 1951

Operation Iraqi Freedom - 2003

In your own words, explain to the board what the Air Force Core Values are, and if you could have a fourth, what would it be?

Integrity First

Service Before Self

Excellence in All that We Do

4th Commitment

The Nevada Air National Guard was established at Reno Army Air Base (Stead) Nevada on what date?

April 12, 1948 (federal recognition of the 192nd Fighter Squadron).

The 152 Airlift Wing is part of which major Air Force command?

Air Mobility Command (AMC)

What was the first primary aircraft the Nevada Air National Guard flew?

B-26 and P-51 aircraft

Give two examples of aircraft flown by the Nevada Air National Guard.

P-51 aircraft

C-130 Hercules (tactical airlift)

What are the NV TAG’s Focus Areas and what do they mean?

1. Taking care of our people

2. Drive Readiness

3. Foster and build a culture of excellence

4. Strengthen our profession

What are the Air Force Core Values? Give an example of one and how you adhere to it.

Integrity First

Service Before Self

Excellence in All that We Do

What is the purpose of Force Development?

Force Development ensures Airmen are trained, educated, and prepared to accomplish the mission now and in the future.

It focuses on developing Airmen across the tiers of the enlisted force through training, mentorship, PME, and career-broadening opportunities, creating a force that is competent, adaptable, and ready to lead.

Give an example of an observable behavior by someone displaying good teamwork skills.

Actively shares information and resources with teammates to accomplish a task.

Example: Collaborating on a project by helping others meet deadlines, asking for input, and supporting team decisions

Give an example of an observable behavior displayed by someone in a leadership position.

Sets clear expectations and holds subordinates accountable while guiding them toward mission success.

Example: Conducting feedback sessions, mentoring a subordinate, or stepping in to resolve conflicts professionally

Give an example of strategic thinking and how do/will you use this as an NCO.

Strategic thinking involves analyzing situations, considering long-term effects, and developing plans to achieve organizational goals.

Example as an NCO: Planning unit manpower and training schedules to ensure mission readiness while preparing Airmen for future promotions and responsibilities

Which instruction details the Enlisted Force Structure?

AFH 36-2618, The Enlisted Force Structure Handbook

As a Noncommissioned Officer, what must you understand and internalize?

Airman Leadership Qualities (ALQs) and foundational competencies.

Be a role model, enforce standards, develop self and others, and demonstrate leadership.

What are the three distinct leadership levels outlined in AFH 36-2618?

Tactical, operational, and strategic

What does the Enlisted Force Structure handbook say a SSgt should be?

A technician, supervisor, and leader.

Earn the 7-skill level and be responsible for subordinate development and task accomplishment.

What must a SSgt continuously strive to do?

Develop as a technical expert and leader, improve communication, foster trust, and mentor subordinates.

What are you responsible for as an SSgt?

Ensure subordinate development, complete all assigned tasks effectively, enforce standards, and provide feedback and counseling.

What are Sgts considered within their organizations?

Role models and first-line leaders, guiding subordinates and maintaining discipline and mission focus.

What is the State Partnership Program (SPP) and why is it important to have?

The SPP pairs U.S. National Guard units with partner nations to build long-term relationships, share best practices, and strengthen military and civilian capabilities.

Importance: Enhances international cooperation, readiness, and security, and fosters trust and interoperability with allied nations.

Who are our State Partners?

Samoa, Tonga, and Fiji

The NVANG maintains its strategic partnership with what Unified Combatant Command through the State Partnership Program?

U.S. Indo-Pacific Command

In your own words, please explain the Great Power Competition

The GPC is the geopolitical struggle between major world powers (like the U.S., China, and Russia) to gain strategic influence, technological advantage, and military superiority globally.

It emphasizes long-term competition rather than direct war, requiring readiness, innovation, and strategic alliances.

Why is the Air Force reoptimizing for the Great Power Competition?

To maintain technological and operational superiority against near-peer adversaries.

To adapt force structure, strategy, and training for large-scale, high-end conflict scenarios that are different from the last 20 years of counterinsurgency focus.

What are some ways we can prepare for the GPC?

Enhance readiness through training, exercises, and professional development.

Invest in modernized technology and cyber capabilities.

Strengthen alliances and partnerships globally.

Develop adaptable, innovative Airmen who can operate in complex environments.

Please explain what readiness is to you. (SSGT?)

Readiness is the ability of Airmen, teams, and units to accomplish the mission at any time.

It involves physical, mental, and technical preparedness, as well as having the right equipment, training, and personnel to succeed in any operational environment

Can you tell us two of the five Air Force core missions?

Air and space superiority

Intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR)

Rapid global mobility

Global Strike

Command and Control