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Table of Contents Welcome Letter …………………………………………………………
4th Fighter Wing (4FW) Organizational Structure ……….
Air Force Rank …………………………………………………………..
Air Force Protocol Basics …………………………………………..
Air Force Acronyms ……………………………………………………
Air Force Terminology ………………………………………………..
Forms of Dress ………………………………………………………….
How to Read a Leave and Earnings Statement (LES) ….
Military Affairs Committee (MAC) ………………………………
Squadron Coffee and OCSC ……………………………………….
What is Crud? ……………………………………………………………
Around Seymour Johnson AFB …………………………………..
Driving on Base …………………………………………………………
Crisis Assistance Form ………………………………………………
Feeling Blue? …………………………………………………………….
Useful Facebook Pages & Apps ….………………………………
Helpful Websites & Volunteer Information ………..……….
Military One Source …………………………………………………..
Military and Family Life Counselor Program ……………...
Key Spouse Program ………………………………………………...
Childcare & Preschools Around Goldsboro …………………
Education Resources …………………………………………………
Commissary and Exchange Information …………………….
Installation General Information ………………………………..
OPSEC (Operations Security) & Social Media ……………..
How to Make Your Social Media Profiles More Secure...
Internet OPSEC Guidelines …………………………………………
Quick Reference Phone Numbers ………………………………
Helping Agency Matrix ……………………………………………….
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CAO: 16 Nov 17
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Welcome to the 4th Training Squadron!
Welcome to the F-15E Strike Eagle community and the 4th Training Squadron at Seymour
Johnson AFB! As a command team we look forward to getting to know you and your fami-
ly, and easing your transition into Air Force life. The coming months will be exhilarating,
busy and fun and we’re pleased and proud to be the first to welcome you to this exciting
phase of your Air Force adventure.
You will be in the 4TS for approximately two months while your spouse receives crucial
academic and simulator training. A Spouses’ Welcome and Orientation will kick off your
class and there will be other scheduled events including “Pet-the-Jet Night” (where we’ll
tour an F-15E, the simulators, and you’ll learn about the three assignment locations avail-
able after graduation), and welcome and farewell socials sponsored by the local Military
Affairs Committee. Just before your spouse’s first flight, you’ll join a Fighter Squadron-
either the 333rd Lancers, or 334th Eagles, for the remaining six months.
Please don’t hesitate to call, text, or email me, your spouse’s flight commander or one of
our Key Spouses if you have any questions, concerns or need help with Air Force organiza-
tions. We will do our best to help you and if we don’t know the answer, we will point you in
the direction of someone who does. We hope your experience during the B-course is a
memorable one and we wish you the best in your Air Force adventure!
Cordially,
Lt Col Jason “Drago” Taylor
4 TS Commander
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4th Fighter Wing & 4th Operations Group
Organizational Structure
4th
Maintenance
Group
4th
Mission Support
Group
4th
Medical
Group
4th
Operations
Group
4th
Fighter
Wing
4th
Training
Squadron
“Black Cats”
333rd
Fighter
Squadron
“Lancers”
334th
Fighter
Squadron
“Eagles”
335th
Fighter
Squadron
“Chiefs”
336th
Fighter
Squadron
“Rockets”
4th Operations
Support
Squadron
“Silverhawks”
Wing, Group, & Squadron Leadership
4th Fighter Wing Commander: Col Christopher “Forrest” & Jessica Sage
4th Fighter Wing Vice Wing Commander: Col Brian “Torch” & Serena Armstrong
4th Operations Group Commander: Col Richard “Deuce” & Chrysta Dickens
Deputy Ops Group Commander: Lt Col Brandon “Crank” & Carrie Johnson
4th Training Squadron Commander: Lt Col Jason “Drago” & Kirstin Taylor
4th TS Director of Operations: Lt Col Dave “Wire” & Shelby Roberts
333rd Fighter Squadron Commander: Lt Col Chris “Pepe” & Lindsay Auger
333rd FS Director of Operations: Lt Col Ryan “Ramses” Ismirle
334th Fighter Squadron Commander: Lt Col Levi “RATR” & Kori Hall
334th FS Director of Operations: Lt Col Christian “Knuckle” & Katie Murray
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Air Force Protocol Basics
The following is a very short discussion of sev-
eral items of protocol that are good to know.
Invitations: A proper invitation will list all
required information. This includes, date, place,
time, event, dress, RSVP date and phone
number or email address. When sending an
invitation, include all these elements.
RSVPs: Always RSVP by the date provided and
to the phone number/email provided. Don’t
rely on someone else calling in your regrets or
acceptance. Never assume that the host knows
your intentions. After accepting, if you realize
you cannot attend, please call back. The term
RSVP comes from the French expression
"répondez s'il vous plaît", meaning “please
respond". So, please do so!
Official dinners and socials: This is another oc-
casion where the invitation is very important.
You will know where to go, what to wear, what
time to arrive, etc. Always try and meet/
farewell your host/hostess. If there are printed
place cards at each seat, please do not move
them to sit closer to your friend. There is a
rhyme and a reason to the protocol seating ar-
rangement. If your host offers you a nametag,
please wear it (on your right-hand side). When
toasting, always recharge your glass when you
finish the last toast. Use only water in your
glass when toasting to persons KIA (killed in
action), MIA (missing in action), or POW
(prisoner of war). If you are the person being
toasted, do not stand or partake of the bever-
age.
Courtesies to the National Anthem: The Na-
tional Anthem is played Monday-Friday at the
end of the official duty day, which is usually at
4:30 p.m. If you can hear the music, you are
required to stop what you are doing (as long as
safety doesn’t play a role) and face the flag. If
you cannot visually see a flag, then face in the
direction the music is coming from, and stand
quietly. You may place your right hand over
your heart. If you are in a vehicle, you are re-
quired to pull over (again, safely), turn your car
radio off, and stop until the end of the anthem.
You may remain in your vehicle. If it’s a nice
day, you may want to roll down your window.
Once the music stops, you may resume normal
activities.
Courtesies to the Air Force Song: The Air Force
Song is often played at many formal events.
When played, please stand to honor the Air
Force. It is acceptable to sing along if it is ap-
propriate to the occasion. Additionally, the Air
Force Song is played at 1200 Noon over the
base loudspeakers. There is no custom or
courtesy that should be followed during this
playing of the song.
Squadron/Group and Wing Change of Com-
mand Ceremonies: Change of Command cere-
monies are a formal event during which the
outgoing unit commander passes command of
the unit to the new incoming commander. This
gives the Airmen of the unit an opportunity to
witness the changing of the guard. It gives the
outgoing commander a chance to recap his
tenure and gives the new commander an op-
portunity to set forth his aspirations for the
unit. This is a time-honored tradition and is part
of our Air Force history. Spouses are welcome
to attend these events.
Retirement Ceremonies: When appropriate
please attend to recognize and congratulate
the retiring member and their family.
Promotion Ceremonies: Again, when possible
please attend to recognize and congratulate
the person being promoted and his/her family.
Every promotion in the Air Force is a reason to
celebrate!
For further information on Air Force Protocol
you can call the 4th Fighter Wing Protocol office
at 722-0013
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What Language Are You Speaking?
Air Force Acronyms
AAFES Army Air Force Exchange Service
ABUs Airman Battle Uniform
ACC Air Combat Command
ACM Air Combat Maneuvering
ACSC Air Command and Staff College
ADSC Active Duty Service Commitment
ADO Assistant Director of Operations
AEF Air Expeditionary Force
AETC Air Education and Training Command
AFAS Air Force Aid Society
AFB Air Force Base
AFCENT Air Forces Central Command
A&FRC Airman and Family Readiness Center
AFSC Air Force Specialty Code
AIB Accident Investigation Board
ALO Air Liaison Officer
AMC Air Mobility Command
APO Air Post Office
ARC American Red Cross
ASAP As Soon As Possible
AWC Air War College
AWOL Absent Without Leave
BAH Basic Allowance for Housing
BAS Basic Allowance for Subsistence
BFM Basic Fighter Maneuvers
BOQ Basic Officer Quarters
BRAC Base Realignment and Closure
BX/PX Base Exchange (AF)/Post Exchange (Army)
CAC Common Access Card
CAF Combat Air Forces
CC Commander
CD Deputy Commander
CDC Child Development Center
CE Civil Engineering
CINC Commander-in-Chief
COLA Cost of Living Allowance
CONUS Continental United States
CONS Contracting Squadron
CPO Civilian Post Office
CS Communications Squadron
CSO Combat Systems Officer
CSS Commander’s Support Staff
DECA Defense Commissary Agency
DEERS Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting Sys-
tem
DEROS Date Estimated Return Overseas
DFAS Defense Finance and Accounting Service
DLA Dislocation Allowance
DO Director of Operations
DoD Department of Defense
DoDS Department of Defense Schools
DOR Date of Rank
DOS Date of Separation
DPP Deferred Payment Plan
DSN Defense Switch Network
EFMP Exceptional Family Member Program
EPR Enlisted Performance Report
ESC Enlisted Spouses Club
FA Fitness Assessment
FAIP First Assignment Instructor Pilot
FEB Flight Evaluation Board
FPCON Force Protection Condition
FSS Force Support Squadron
FYI For Your Information
FYSA For Your Situational Awareness
GMT Greenwich Mean Time
GOV Government Owned Vehicle
GS General Service (DoD civilian)
HAF Headquarters Air Force
HAWC Health and Wellness Center
HHG Household Goods
HQ Headquarters
IAT Integrated Avionics Trainer
IDE Intermediate Developmental Education
IG Inspector General
IP Instructor Pilot
IR Infrared
IWSO Instructor Weapons System Officer
JAG Judge Advocate General
LANTIRN Low Altitude Navigation Targeting Infrared
for Night
LES Leave and Earnings Statement
MAC Military Affairs Committee
MPF Military Personnel Flight
MPS Military Personnel Section
MSG Mission Support Group
MTC Mission Training Center
MWR Morale Welfare and Recreation
MXG Maintenance Group
NAF Non-appropriated Funds
NAF Numbered Air Force
NCO Non-commissioned Officer
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NCOIC Non-commissioned Office in Charge
NVG Night Vision Goggle
OCSC Officers’ and Civilians’ Spouses’ Club
OG Operations Group
OHA Overseas Housing Allowance
OIC Officer in Charge
OJT On-the-Job Training
OPR Officer Performance Report
ORE Operational Readiness Exercise
ORI Operational Readiness Inspection
OSI Office of Special Investigation
OTS Officer Training School
PA Public Affairs
PACAF Pacific Air Forces
PCA Permanent Change of Assignment
PCS Permanent Change of Station
PFT Physical Fitness Test
PHA Physical Health Assessment
PME Professional Military Education
POA Power of Attorney
POC Point of Contact
POV Privately Owned Vehicle
PRF Promotional Recommendation Form
PRP Personnel Reliability Program
PT Physical Training
RI Readiness Inspection
RIF Reduction in Force
ROE Rules of Engagement
ROTC Reserve Officer Training Corps
RSVP Repondez s’il vous plait (please respond)
SA Situational Awareness
SA Surface Attack
SAT Surface Attack Tactics
SATCOM Satellite Communications
SBP Survivor’s Benefit Plan
SDE Senior Developmental Education
SGLI Serviceman’s Group Life Insurance
SIB Safety Investigation Board
SOF Supervisor of Flying
SOF Special Operations Forces
SOFA Status of Forces Agreement
SOS Squadron Officer School
SSN Social Security Number
SF Security Forces
TDY Temporary Duty
TLF Temporary Lodging Facility
TMO Traffic Management Office
UCMJ Uniform Code of Military Justice
UCT Undergraduate CSO Training
UDM Unit Deployment Monitor
UEI Unit Effectiveness Inspection
UHF Ultra High Frequency
UI Unit Inspection
UPT Undergraduate Pilot Training
USAF United States Air Force
USAFA United States Air Force Academy
USAFE United States Air Forces Europe
USAFWS United States Air Force Weapons School
VA Veterans Administration
VHA Variable Housing Allowance
VHF Very High Frequency
VOQ Visiting Officer Quarters
WIC Weapons Instructor Course
WSO Weapons System Officer
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What Language Are You Speaking?
Air Force Terminology
Accompanied Tour Tour of duty with family members
Active Duty Full time uniformed member
Advance Pay Interest-free loan from Air Force
Aide Field grade officer assigned to assist a general officer
Alert Emergency call to be ready
Alpha tour ALO or AETC assignment
Allotment Automatic withdrawal from salary to bank or individual
Allowance Pay and special compensation
Article 15 Disciplinary action
Bag Flight suit
Benefits Medical, dental, commissary, BX
Blues Service Dress uniform
Call sign Nickname given by squadron mates
Chain of Command Leadership structure
Chaplain Military minister, rabbi, priest or pastor
Check Ride Graded sortie
Civilian Anyone not in the military
Colors National and unit flags
Commander Officer in charge of entire unit of military members
Commissary Base grocery store
Company Grade Officer Lieutenants and Captains
Court-Martial Trial system within the military judicial system
Cross Country Short TDY, with jets within the US
Crud Game played on a snooker table/billiard table
Dead Bug Deceased insect/hit the floor
Deployment Military or civilian employee sent on mission without family members
Dining In Formal dinner for military member only
Dining Out Formal dinner for military member and spouse/guest
Duty desk Main desk in the squadron lobby
E-Club Enlisted Club
Enlisted An individual who is not a commissioned officer
Exec Executive officer to the commander (a commander’s military administra-
tive assistant)
Family Separation Pay Pay for unaccompanied duty
Fast Burner Active duty member who is promoted below the zone
Field Grade Officer Majors, Lieutenant Colonels, and Colonels
First Friday Social gathering usually held in the squadron heritage room/bar
First Shirt/First Sergeant Senior ranking enlisted member in a unit
Flight Commander Lowest level in the officer chain of command
Grade Corresponds to pay level based on rank
Guard member Military member of the Army or Air National Guard
Hazardous Duty Pay Extra pay for duty in hostile duty area
Heavy/Heavies Non-fighter aircraft
Hospitality Check Unannounced social visit from squadron members
Housing office Manages base housing
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ID Card/CAC Card Identification card used to identify members of military family
Last 4 Last four numbers of your sponsor’s SSN
Leave Approved time away from duty (i.e. vacation)
Mayor Active duty officer who serves as social coordinator for squadron
Mess Dress Formal military uniform
O Club Officer’s Club
Officer An individual who has a college degree and is commissioned
Orders Written instructions to military member (usually related to assignment
changes, TDYs or deployments)
Per Diem Daily allowances based on TDY location
Power of Attorney Legal document permitting a person to act on behalf of another
Protocol Customs and courtesies
Rank Official title of member or relative position within a military grade (i.e.
Captain or Sergeant)
Rated Military member who performs duties in an airplane
Remote An overseas assignment, usually for a year, where families cannot accom-
pany member
Reservist A full or part time employee in the Air Force, Army, or Navy Reserve
Retreat Flag lowering ceremony at end of the day
Roof Stomp An unannounced social where squadron climbs on a roof
Roll call Social gathering for active duty rated officers in squadron heritage room
Roster List of squadron personnel
Senior Officer A general officer (1 through 4-star general)
Sick call Reserved block of time for active duty members at clinic
Sim Simulator
Snacko Junior ranking officer in squadron in charge of purchasing food and other
squadron items
Sortie Name of flight or mission in an aircraft
Space A Space available travel on board AMC aircraft
Sponsor Active duty member in your family
Subsistence Food allowance
TDY Temporary Duty to another location
Top 3 Officer in charge of daily flying operations who sits at duty desk
Unaccompanied Tour (see Remote)
Weed Jeremiah Weed, a type of Bourbon
White Jets Training Jets (UPT/UCT)
Wing Down Day A day off and not counted as leave
Zoomie An Air Force Academy graduate
Zulu A term for Greenwich Mean Time used by aviators
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Forms of Dress
Casual Dress: This term means
"comfortably unrestricted" and offers the
broadest of possibilities for dress. Invita-
tions for military equivalents for "casual
dress" will state the uniform and in most
cases this will be the duty uniform. For Air
Force personnel, this usually translates to
light blue shirt w/without tie, but as easily
could be ABU’s or flight suits for many duty
sections. If uniformity of dress is not im-
portant, specifying duty uniform for Air
Force functions may be acceptable. For ex-
ample, duty uniform is appropriate for folks
attending a function like a commander's
call (principals or personnel receiving
recognition may wear Service Dress). The
bottom line here, as is always the case
when specifying dress: If it is important
everyone be in the same uniform, be spe-
cific! Explicitly call for "Long-Sleeve Blue
Shirt w/tie" if that's what you want people
to wear.
Be especially careful about calling for the
"duty uniform" for functions where there's
likely to be members from other services
attending. For example, to a Navy officer,
"duty uniform" means "Service Dress Uni-
form (White or Blue)," the Navy's equiva-
lent to our Service Dress!
The casual civilian equivalent dress at mili-
tary official functions is typically what the
military member would ordinarily wear to
work on a day-to-day basis. For civilian
guests from outside the military communi-
ty, appropriate attire could range from
slacks and open neck shirt to business suit.
(Expect most community dignitaries to
show up in sports coat and tie or business
suit unless you advise them otherwise)
At civilian casual functions, dress for men
will normally be a short or long-sleeved
open-neck shirt, perhaps a sweater or
sports coat, but not tie. Sometimes even
blue jeans are acceptable. If so, specifically
state up front! For ladies, any casual dress,
slacks, pants suit, blouses, and long or
short skirts are appropriate.
Sports Coat and Tie: This is the next stage
up the ladder towards more formal attire
and would be appropriate for some ice-
breakers or dinner at the commander's res-
idence. For men, this means a sports jack-
et or blazer with color-coordinated slacks
and tie. Women have the option of wearing
an appropriate dress or a dressy slacks out-
fit. Don't use "coat and tie" unless you
don't care if some men show up in busi-
ness suits. If you want the less formal,
specify "sports coat and tie."
Business Suit: This form of dress most
closely equates to "informal”, and for men,
should be a dark (subdued) suit with a tie.
It can include three-piece suits as well.
Women should wear business suit, or a
dressy, street length or Sunday-type dress.
The military counterpart to "business suit"
is Service Dress for Air Force and its equiv-
alent for the other services. The types of
military functions where the Service Dress
uniform is appropriate include: ceremo-
nies, parades, reviews, official visits of civil-
ian dignitaries, changes of command, and
afternoon receptions. (Note: for afternoon
receptions the other services have a slight-
ly more formal uniform that is usually spec-
ified at receptions hosted by the Army, Na-
vy or Marine Corps.)
Business suit is an appropriate form of
dress to specify for official dinners at down-
town restaurants, afternoon or early even-
ing welcome/farewell receptions hosted by
community leaders, and many special-
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event dinners.
Formalwear: This generally breaks down
into two categories ("black tie" and "white
tie"), with the more formal "white tie"
mainly applying to state-events in the
Washington D.C. area or certain major for-
eign city capitols. Outside of Washington
D.C., most of us only are concerned about
what to wear at "black tie" events. In the
Air Force, this is the Mess Dress Uniform
and is appropriate attire for functions like
dinings-in, dinings-out, some commander's
holiday/New Year's receptions, and military
weddings (if you're one of the participants),
and various civilian "black tie" affairs like
charity or holiday balls.
The civilian equivalent to our mess dress
uniform is a dinner jacket or black tuxedo
with black bow tie. Appropriate attire for
the ladies would be long or short evening
dress.
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How to Read an LES
Your pay is your responsibility. This is a guide to help you understand your spouse’s Leave
and Earnings Statement (LES). The LES is a comprehensive statement of a member's
leave and earnings showing your entitlements, deductions, allotments, leave information,
tax withholding information, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) information. Your most recent
LES can be found 24 hours a day on myPay. Verify and keep your spouse’s LES each
month. If your spouse’s pay varies significantly and you don't understand why, consult
with your finance office. As a dependent, you will need a specific power of attorney to dis-
cuss or make changes to an LES.
Fields 1 through 9 contain the identification portion of the LES.
1 - NAME. The member's name in last, first, middle initial format.
2 - SOC. SEC. NO. The member's Social Security Number.
3 - GRADE. The member's current pay grade (rank).
4 - PAY DATE. The date the member entered active duty for pay purposes in YYMMDD format.
5 - YRS SVC. In two digits, the actual years of creditable service.
6 - ETS. The Expiration Term of Service in YYMMDD format.
7 - BRANCH. This field reflects branch of service. (Air Force)
8 - ADSN/DSSN. The Disbursing Station Symbol Number used to identify each disbursing/finance office.
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9 - PERIOD COVERED. This field will show the dates reflected in the LES.
Fields 10 through 22 contain the entitlements, deductions, allotments, and their respective totals.
10 - ENTITLEMENTS. In columnar style the names of the entitlements and allowances being paid. (BAH,
Base Pay, Flight Pay, BAS, and COLA if applicable.)
11 - DEDUCTIONS. This includes items such as taxes, SGLI, taxes, social security.
12 - ALLOTMENTS. A list of money paid to financial institutions of your choice (pre-arranged with finance).
These may be investments, car insurance, car payments, or dental insurance.
13 - AMT FWD. The amount of all unpaid pay and allowances due from the prior LES.
14 - TOT ENT. The figure from Field 20 that is the total of all entitlements and/or allowances listed.
15 - TOT DED. The figure from Field 21 that is the total of all deductions.
16 - TOT ALMT. Total of all allotments.
17 - NET AMT. The dollar value of all unpaid pay and allowances, plus total entitlements and/or allowances,
minus deductions due on the current LES.
18 - CR FWD. The dollar value of all unpaid pay and allowances due to reflect on the next LES as the +AMT
FWD.
19 - EOM PAY. The actual amount of the payment to be paid to the member on that specific payday.
Fields 20 through 22 - TOTAL. The total amounts for the entitlements and/or allowances, and deductions
23-DIEMS. Date initially entered military service, used to determine what retirement plan member falls un-
der.
24- RETPLAN. This field reflects member’s retirement plan.(Redux, Choice, High 3)
Fields 25 through 32 contain leave information.
25 - BF BAL. The brought forward leave balance. Balance may be at the beginning of the fiscal year, or when
active duty began, or the day after the member was paid Lump Sum Leave (LSL).
26 - ERND. The cumulative amount of leave earned in the current fiscal year. Normally increases by 2.5
days each month.
27 - USED. The cumulative amount of leave used in the current fiscal year.
28 - CR BAL. The current leave balance as of the end of the period covered by the LES.
29 - ETS BAL. The projected leave balance to the member's Expiration Term of Service (ETS).
30 - LV LOST. The number of days of leave that have been lost.
31 - LV PAID. The number of days of leave paid to date.
32 - USE/LOSE. The projected number of days of leave that will be lost if not taken in the current fiscal year
on a monthly basis. The number of days of leave in this block will decrease with any leave usage.
Fields 33 through 38 contain Federal Tax withholding information.
33 - WAGE PERIOD. The amount of money earned this LES period that is subject to Federal Income Tax
Withholding (FITW).
34 - WAGE YTD. The money earned year-to-date that is subject to FITW.
35 - M/S. The marital status used to compute the FITW.
36 - EX. The number of exemptions used to compute the FITW.
37 - ADD'L TAX. The member specified additional dollar amount to be withheld in addition to the amount
computed by the Marital Status and Exemptions.
38 - TAX YTD. The cumulative total of FITW withheld throughout the calendar year.
Fields 39 through 43 contain Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) information.
39 - WAGE PERIOD. The amount of money earned this LES period that is subject to FICA.
40 - SOC WAGE YTD. The wages earned year-to-date that are subject to FICA.
41 - SOC TAX YTD. Cumulative total of FICA withheld throughout the calendar year.
42 - MED WAGE YTD. The wages earned year-to-date that are subject to Medicare.
43 - MED TAX YTD. Cumulative total of Medicare taxes paid year-to-date.
Fields 44 through 49 contain State Tax information.
44 - ST. The two digit postal abbreviation for the state member claims.
45 - WAGE PERIOD. The amount of money earned this LES period that is subject to State Income Tax With-
holding (SITW).
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46 - WAGE YTD. The money earned year-to-date that is subject to SITW.
47 - M/S. The marital status used to compute the SITW.
48 - EX. The number of exemptions used to compute the SITW.
49 - TAX YTD. The cumulative total of SITW withheld throughout the calendar year.
Fields 50 through 62 contain additional Pay Data.
50 - BAQ TYPE. The member's type of Basic Allowance for Quarters status. (With or with out dependents.)
51 - BAQ DEPN. Indicates the type of dependent. (Spouse/Child)
52 - VHA ZIP. The zip code used in the computation of Variable Housing Allowance (VHA) if entitlement ex-
ists.
53 - RENT AMT. The amount of rent paid for housing if applicable.
54 - SHARE. The number of people with which the member shares housing costs.
55 - STAT. The VHA status; i.e., accompanied or unaccompanied.
56 - JFTR. The Joint Federal Travel Regulation (JFTR) code based on the location of the member for Cost of
Living Allowance (COLA) purposes.
57 - DEPNS. The number of dependents the member has for COLA purposes.
58 - 2D JFTR. The JFTR code based on the location of the member’s dependents for COLA purposes.
59 - BAS TYPE. Officer
60 - CHARITY YTD. The cumulative amount of charitable contributions for the calendar year.
61 - TPC. And 62 PACIDN These fields are not used by Active Duty.
Fields 63 through 75 contain Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) information/data.
63 - BASE PAY RATE. The percentage of base pay elected for TSP contributions.
64 - BASE PAY CURRENT. The amount of Base Pay withheld for TSP.
65 - SPECIAL PAY RATE. The percentage of Specialty Pay elected for TSP.
66 - SPECIAL PAY CURRENT. The amount of Special Pay withheld for TSP.
67 - INCENTIVE PAY RATE. Percentage of Incentive Pay elected towards TSP.
68 - INCENTIVE PAY CURRENT. The amount of Incentive Pay withheld for TSP.
69 - BONUS PAY RATE. The percentage of Bonus Pay elected towards TSP.
70 - BONUS PAY CURRENT. The amount of Bonus Pay withheld for TSP.
71 - Reserved for future use.
72 - TSP YTD DEDUCTION (TSP YEAR TO DATE DEDUCTION): Dollar amount of TSP contributions deducted
for the year.
73 - DEFERRED: Dollar amount of pay elected to be deferred during the tax year.
74 - EXEMPT: Dollar amount of TSP contributions that are reported as tax exempt to the Internal Revenue
Service (IRS).
75 - Reserved for future use.
76 - REMARKS. Notices of starts, stops and changes to a member's pay items as well as general notices
from varying levels of command may appear.
77 - YTD ENTITLE. The cumulative total of all entitlements for the calendar year.
78 - YTD DEDUCT. The cumulative total of all deductions for the calendar year.
Fields 39 through 43 contain Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) information.
39 - WAGE PERIOD. The amount of money earned this LES period that is subject to FICA.
40 - SOC WAGE YTD. The wages earned year-to-date that are subject to FICA.
41 - SOC TAX YTD. Cumulative total of FICA withheld throughout the calendar year.
42 - MED WAGE YTD. The wages earned year-to-date that are subject to Medicare.
43 - MED TAX YTD. Cumulative total of Medicare taxes paid year-to-date.
Fields 44 through 49 contain State Tax information.
44 - ST. The two digit postal abbreviation for the state member claims.
45 - WAGE PERIOD. The amount of money earned this LES period that is subject to State Income Tax With-
holding (SITW).
46 - WAGE YTD. The money earned year-to-date that is subject to SITW.
47 - M/S. The marital status used to compute the SITW.
48 - EX. The number of exemptions used to compute the SITW.
49 - TAX YTD. The cumulative total of SITW withheld throughout the calendar year.
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Fields 50 through 62 contain additional Pay Data.
50 - BAQ TYPE. The member's type of Basic Allowance for Quarters status. (With or with out dependents.)
51 - BAQ DEPN. Indicates the type of dependent. (Spouse/Child)
52 - VHA ZIP. The zip code used in the computation of Variable Housing Allowance (VHA) if entitlement ex-
ists.
53 - RENT AMT. The amount of rent paid for housing if applicable.
54 - SHARE. The number of people with which the member shares housing costs.
55 - STAT. The VHA status; i.e., accompanied or unaccompanied.
56 - JFTR. The Joint Federal Travel Regulation (JFTR) code based on the location of the member for Cost of
Living Allowance (COLA) purposes.
57 - DEPNS. The number of dependents the member has for COLA purposes.
58 - 2D JFTR. The JFTR code based on the location of the member’s dependents for COLA purposes.
59 - BAS TYPE. Officer
60 - CHARITY YTD. The cumulative amount of charitable contributions for the calendar year.
61 - TPC. And 62 PACIDN These fields are not used by Active Duty.
Fields 63 through 75 contain Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) information/data.
63 - BASE PAY RATE. The percentage of base pay elected for TSP contributions.
64 - BASE PAY CURRENT. The amount of Base Pay withheld for TSP.
65 - SPECIAL PAY RATE. The percentage of Specialty Pay elected for TSP.
66 - SPECIAL PAY CURRENT. The amount of Special Pay withheld for TSP.
67 - INCENTIVE PAY RATE. Percentage of Incentive Pay elected towards TSP.
68 - INCENTIVE PAY CURRENT. The amount of Incentive Pay withheld for TSP.
69 - BONUS PAY RATE. The percentage of Bonus Pay elected towards TSP.
70 - BONUS PAY CURRENT. The amount of Bonus Pay withheld for TSP.
71 - Reserved for future use.
72 - TSP YTD DEDUCTION (TSP YEAR TO DATE DEDUCTION): Dollar amount of TSP contributions deducted
for the year.
73 - DEFERRED: Dollar amount of pay elected to be deferred during the tax year.
74 - EXEMPT: Dollar amount of TSP contributions that are reported as tax exempt to the Internal Revenue
Service (IRS).
75 - Reserved for future use.
76 - REMARKS. Notices of starts, stops and changes to a member's pay items as well as general notices
from varying levels of command may appear.
77 - YTD ENTITLE. The cumulative total of all entitlements for the calendar year.
78 - YTD DEDUCT. The cumulative total of all deductions for the calendar year.
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We at Seymour Johnson Air Force Base are fortunate to have the Wayne County Chamber
of Commerce Military Affairs Committee!
The committee recognizes Seymour Johnson Air Force Base as a vital economic and social
asset to the community’s overall quality of life. Its purpose, therefore, is to strengthen the
relationship between the military and civilian components of the Goldsboro-Wayne County
community.
The Military Affairs Committee is the wing commander’s direct link to the community, and
is comprised of community members from local businesses, city and county leader-
ship. One must be a member of the Wayne County Chamber of Commerce to be on the
MAC. There are currently 97 members.
The MAC very kindly sponsors a welcome and farewell for each B-Course giving you an op-
portunity to meet this great group of people and connect with everything that Goldsboro
and Wayne County have to offer.
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Squadron Coffee and OCSC
Squadron Coffee
A “Coffee” is just a spouses’ social that
squadrons have each month. It is a way to
get together as a group in an informal set-
ting and discuss things that are important
to you and the squadron.
Coffees may be at someone’s home, a res-
taurant or another venue. Often coffee is
not even served! There is no need to bring
anything, unless the host(s) request that
you do. Sometimes, to share the expense,
two or more spouses will host a coffee to-
gether. It is customary (but purely volun-
tary) for each spouse to try and host a cof-
fee at some point during their time in the
squadron. Usually the commander’s
spouse will pass around a coffee sign-up
sheet for the entire year during the busi-
ness portion of a coffee.
Many squadrons have book clubs, play
groups, Bible study, lunch/dinner bunch,
and crud teams. You will be able to sign up
for the activity that interests you when you
attend a coffee.
Usually there is a small yearly fee to join
the squadron spouses group. This money
goes to purchase your welcome gift and
farewell gift, as well as to support other
spouse activities. Dues vary with each
squadron.
Coffees are a great way to not only find out
what’s happening in your squadron, but a
place to have fun and make new friend-
ships. So, give it a try - there’s nothing to
lose!!
OCSC
OCSC stands for Officers’ and Civilian
Spouses’ Club (Officers’ Spouses, retired
Spouses, etc.) At some bases this may be
called the OWC (Officers’ Wives’ Club) or
the OSO (Officers’ Spouses’ Organization)
or OSC (Officers’ Spouses’ Club). The
organization is made up of Officers’
Spouses from all groups on base and it is
an energetic, lively and fun group.
An OCSC function is similar to a Coffee, but
there’s usually a program (such as a speak-
er or other activity) at each event. Alt-
hough preferred at some bases, it is not
essential that you are an O’Club member to
join (Seymour Johnson AFB no longer has
an O’Club). You must RSVP to all events by
the RSVP date. If you RSVP, and are unable
to attend, you are responsible for the meal
charge for the function.
By joining, you do not have to help with
function planning or volunteer work associ-
ated with the OCSC. However, if you would
like to volunteer, there are opportunities to
be involved in the operations of the OCSC
and/or with their charitable causes (which
include the Thrift Shop on base) and you
may well find this a very rewarding experi-
ence.
You may attend one function without join-
ing or paying dues, but you will need to pay
the charge for the event (pay for your meal,
for example). The yearly OCSC dues are cur-
rently $60.00 for the “OCSC calendar year”
beginning in August and ending in June
and if you join after December 15th, the
dues are $30 for the remainder of the
OCSC year.
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What is Crud?
Crud is a fast-paced game that originated
in the Royal Canadian Air Force. It is still
played in units of the Canadian Forces, and
is popular in the United States Air Force.
The game is played on a pool or snooker
table (usually the latter) using the white
cue ball (the shooter), and one object ball
(Red ball). Only the corner pockets on the
smaller table are used, the side pockets
are blocked, traditionally by rolls of toilet
paper. Pool cues are not used, but the
shooter is launched manually across the
table surface. A game of Crud involves run-
ning around the table and other players,
trying to hit the red ball before it stops
moving.
Crud Rules:
(SJAFB Crud standards, adapted from
Canadian rules)
Equipment: 1 Snooker table or equivalent,
1 cue ball, one red ball or equivalent.
(Custom made tables and equipment are
allowed)
Players: Teams will consist of six players,
plus two alternates. Squadrons may have
more than one team as long as each team
consists of six players. Alternates may play
on any squadron team, as needed. Howev-
er, once a player is used as a substitute on
one team they may not play any additional
games for another squadron team.
(Example: Player “1” plays game for
squadron team “B”. If later Player “1” sub-
stitutes for a player for squadron Team “A”,
player “1” can no longer play any other
games for Team “B” but may continue to
play with Team “A”. If Team “B” now has
less than six players and can not obtain a
new substitute, it must forfeit its remaining
games.
Object: To keep the ball in motion or sink it
into a hole.
RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
Lives: Each player is allotted 3 lives.
Failure to comply with the ROE will result in
the loss of a life or as determined
appropriate by the Referee. Once all lives
are lost a player can not participate further
in the game.
Referee(s): One, or (rarely) two referees
may be used with the cranium referee be-
ing situated at the center of the table to
the server’s right, the assistant referee will
be posted on the opposite side. The crani-
um referee will be primarily responsible for
ROE adherence with the assistant referee
primarily responsible for administration
(team order, score, time). The cranium ref-
eree is final authority for all disputes. All
players are responsible for avoiding the ref-
eree(s) during the match. Contact or inter-
ference is strictly forbidden. Normal eti-
quette dictates that the first person elimi-
nated buys the cranium referee a beverage
of the ref’s choice. If an assistant ref is
used, the second player eliminated would
then purchase the assistant ref’s beverage.
Service: The object ball is normally spotted
by the referees (approx. 6 to 10 inches
from the end of the table on center line or
as dictated by local conventions). Once the
object ball is spotted it will not be moved
except by contact with the cue ball or refer-
ee. The server is allowed three serves to
put the object ball in motion with the cue
ball. A serve is assessed if the cue ball
passes the midpoint of the table length-
wise. The cue ball may touch any number
of banks prior to striking the object ball.
Initial serve attempt may not be made until
referee calls “fights on”. The team that lost
the last life has the choice of serving or re-
ceiving except during single man rules.
Choice of initial service is awarded to the
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team’s leaders who simultaneous lag, after
touching the far cushion, comes to rest
closest to the near side of the table without
contact. Once the server hits the object
ball with the cue ball, ball is in play.
Play: Play must be made from either end
of the table. The person with the cue ball
known as the shooter must have at least
one foot on the ground and the center of
the shooters hips are at least inside the
extended line from the table ends. The
shooter may shoot as many times as possi-
ble but possession of the cue ball passes
immediately upon contact with the object
ball. The cue ball must not be in contact
with the shooter’s hand when it hits the ob-
ject ball (i.e., no push shots). Any time the
cue ball hits the object ball it must move
the object ball at least 6 inches. The new
shooter must inform the referee if he be-
lieves the object ball failed to move 6 inch-
es (no six) prior to attempting to shoot the
cue ball. The exceptions to this rule are if
the ball is sunk or a double kiss occurs. A
double kiss is when the object ball and cue
hit two or more times on a single shot
(double kiss no 6). The object ball will still
be considered in motion if after it travels at
least 6 inches it is still spinning, even if for-
ward movement has stopped. If the shoot-
er allows the object ball to cease all motion
(dead ball) he will lose a life. If the object
ball is sunk in any pocket, the opposing
player that made the last (previous) shot
loses a life, unless in the referee’s judg-
ment, the current shooter had a reasonable
chance to shoot the object ball (no hustle).
If either ball leaves the table after the shot,
the shooter incurs a loss of life regardless
of any contact with the ball after it leaves.
No one but the shooter and the referee
may touch the cue ball during engage-
ments. Any contact with the object ball
other than with the cue ball results in loss
of life to the offending player (ties, sleeves,
shirt, scarves, hand, arm, etc.). Drop
shots are not acceptable and a loss of life
will be assessed. If team play is in pro-
gress, the team order must be maintained.
Either team leader may call for play to stop
if he feels the opposing team is out of or-
der. However, only the referee may stop
play. If upon investigation by the ref or his
assistant the call is found to be justified,
the player who shot out of turn will be as-
sessed a life. If the call is incorrect the
leader who called for play to stop will lose
a life. The ref is not responsible for shoot-
ing order other than this rule. Substitution
may take place during a game provided
both team leaders agree and the ref is in-
formed. No one but the shooter and the
defender (shooter on deck) may be within
3 feet of the table’s edges.
Blocking and Hazing: The shooter on deck
may take a stationary position at the end
of the table in order to prepare for his up-
coming shot, or may haze the current
shooter from the sides of the table. The
shooter, however, “owns” the table and if
the shooter moves the blocker, the blocker
must honor table ownership and give way
(no pushing back, no moving blocks).
Single Man Rules: Once a team is down to
a single man, single man rules go into ef-
fect. The single man gets service choice,
and absolute table access. No blocking
allowed. If both teams are down to a sin-
gle man the service is determined normal-
ly.
Fouls: The following are considered poor
etiquette and may result in loss of lives.
Table Abuse: Foot on the table, spilling bev-
erage, etc. Talking to Referee: Only team
leaders may talk to ref except calling “no
six”.
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Around Seymour Johnson AFB
Most Air Force bases will have similar, if
not identical, facilities and services. In
many cases, the names of the facilities are
the same.
Airmen’s Attic (919-722-7181): This is a
great place to donate outgrown clothes or
household items you no longer need. Enlist-
ed families (E-4 and below) are able to get
much-needed items for free.
Airmen and Family Readiness Center
(AFRC, also known as the Family Support
Center) (919-722-1123): Come here to
learn about the local area, volunteer oppor-
tunities, classes, base agencies, and a vari-
ety of useful information that may be of
interest to families.
American Red Cross (919-722-1120): Pro-
vides financial assistance, emergency com-
munications to deployed members, coun-
seling and referrals.
Billeting/Lodging (LTF, VOQ, BOQ) (919-
722-0385): Think of this as an on-base ho-
tel for ID card holders of any branch of the
military. You can stay on any military base
and even make reservations for non-
military family members that may be in
Goldsboro visiting you. Reserving rooms at
a military base can be an inexpensive and
safe alternative to hotels when you are on
vacation or driving long distances. (Most
will not let you reserve more than 30 days
ahead of time if you are not on orders.) Na-
vy Inns tend to be a little nicer and can be
used for vacations as well (1-800-Navy-Inn).
There are also fabulous lodging facilities in
Hawaii (Hale Koa), Germany (Edelweiss),
Korea (Dragon Hill), and Walt Disney World
(Shades of Green) that are operated by the
military.
Bellamorphosis Women’s Gym (919-722-
0413): We are very lucky to have this facil-
ity! This is a ladies-only gym on base that
offers childcare. Other services include
personal training, massages, yoga, aero-
bics, and spin classes. They also offer
weight equipment, treadmills, and elliptical
machines. Membership is $25 a month,
but rates are less expensive if you pay for
the year or if you volunteer in the childcare
room.
BX/PX (919-735-8511): Save 35% and
pay no sales tax. They will match or beat
any sale price of an item found at an off
base store. Check out AAFES online at
AAFES.com
Chapel (919-722-0315): There are Catho-
lic and Protestant services available. Chap-
lains offer counseling for alcoholism, drugs,
family, marital or work related problems.
THIS IS THE ONLY COUNSELING SERVICE
ON BASE THAT PROVIDES TOTAL CONFI-
DENTIALITY.
Clinic (919-722-1802): You and your chil-
dren may be seen by any flight surgeon.
Take advantage of this special benefit. It is
like having a family doctor! Your children
may also be seen by Pediatrics if you
choose. For Tricare information call 1-888-
431-6783. Tired of waiting for prescrip-
tions? For $3/$9 you can pick up your
meds off base at local Tricare approved
pharmacies.
Child Development Center (CDC) (919-722-
1199): There is full day, part day and hour-
ly care available at the CDC and through in-
home daycare providers.
Commissary (919-722-0319): (Closed Mon-
days) Use of the Commissary is a special
privilege for military families. You save
about 30% on grocery items and pay no
tax. The commissary has a wide range of
grocery, produce and meat items compara-
ble to any civilian supermarket. Also, did
you know the commissary manager will
order almost any item you would like? An
important item to know: Baggers work for
tips only!! Tipping between $3.00 - $5.00
per visit is generally acceptable.
Education Office (919-722-5800): Inside
the Library, this office offers continuing ed-
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ucation services and scholarship infor-
mation to spouses and active duty person-
nel.
Fitness Center (919-722-0409): This is the
main, co-ed gym on base. There is a full
weight room, a cardio room, basketball
courts, and locker rooms. All fitness clas-
ses are offered free of charge and open to
all valid military ID holders.
Legal Office (919-722-5322): This office
can advise you on many legal matters. The
Legal Office is where you will go to get a
Power of Attorney (POA). This is a must
when your active duty spouse goes TDY or
is deployed. You need to have one on hand
at all times! The Air Force can only deal
with the active duty member on most mat-
ters, so you need to go to Legal with your
spouse to complete paperwork. In many
cases you will need a general and a specif-
ic power of attorney to get things done
when your spouse is away. They will also
create wills and living wills for you and your
spouse free of charge.
Library (919-722-5825): The SJAFB Library
is an award winning Air Force library. They
maintain a separate children’s room and
computer/internet area. There are several
reading programs for children, including a
weekly story hour. You can even check out
videos/DVDs for free with your library card.
Outdoor Recreation/Information Tickets
and Tours (ITT)/Crafts and Framing (919-
722-1104): Outdoor Rec organizes several
trips a year. They also sell discounted tick-
ets to local events and theme parks all
over the East Coast. If you would like to
reserve the Log Cabin, Debden or Kimpo
Park, you must reserve at Outdoor Rec.
Other services in the building include fram-
ing and craft supply.
Spitfire Pub (919-722-1340): This is the
officers’ area inside Heritage Hall (the Com-
munity Center). It is a great place to social-
ize, and build camaraderie with your fellow
officers and officers’ spouses. Third Fri-
days, promotion nights, and Ladies’ Crud
nights are always fun!
Thrift Shop (919-722-0606): Put your old
items to use for others. All proceeds from
the Thrift Shop go towards the Enlisted
Spouses Club (ESC) and Officer and Civilian
Spouses’ Club (OCSC) charitable accounts.
This money provides college scholarships
to Air Force dependent children and spous-
es, and other outreach projects around the
base and Goldsboro. The Thrift Shop is
open on Tuesdays and Thursdays and the
first Saturday of the month. It is also a fun
place to volunteer!
Traffic Management Office (TMO) (919-722
-4032): This is the office that helps you
move. They will not be able to assist you
without a Power of Attorney and orders!
Vet Clinic (919-722-1465): Offers limited
pet care, vaccinations, and obedience clas-
ses. If you reside on base, you must regis-
ter your pets with the base vet clinic. If you
are considering PCSing to England, you will
need to begin the requirements to bring a
pet. (This usually involves getting a micro-
chip, vaccines and important UK-specific
documentation from the veterinarian.)
Warrior Pines Log Cabin: This is a large
one-room log cabin located near the Slo-
cumb Gate. In the same area there is skeet
shooting and paint ball. It is a great place
to have a squadron function. Go to Outdoor
Recreation to reserve.
Youth Center (919-722-0502): For those of
you with children, this is a state of the art
facility for you and your family to enjoy.
The Youth Center offers after-school care,
summer camps, classes and seasonal
sports. The registration is usually less ex-
pensive than the YMCA or other youth pro-
grams off-base. Practices and games are
on base, so there is opportunity for the ac-
tive duty parent to watch the children par-
ticipate in sports. Most activities begin at
age 4.
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Driving on Base
Driving on a military installation is different
than driving off base. Speed limits, parking,
and other traffic rules are not the same on
base as off base and the consequences
vary, too. There are many misconceptions
about driving on base versus off base. You
may hear that an infraction with Security
Forces will not result in a REAL ticket. It is
true that violations may not affect your in-
surance premiums and the tickets do not
involve paying a fine. But there are serious
consequences for driving infractions on
base. For example:
If you have never been onto Seymour John-
son AFB or if you happened to miss the nu-
merous signs posted all over the base: YOU
MAY NOT USE YOUR CELL PHONE WHILE
DRIVING! You may use a hands free device,
but this is not a guideline, it is a hard rule.
Don’t do it!
Also, DONT SPEED IN BASE HOUSING! Not
even a little! The speed limit in many areas
is as low as 20 mph. Military kids are used
to people following the speed limit and
they do not look as carefully when they
cross the street as their civilian counter-
parts. The consequences are not inconse-
quential – see below.
Lastly, DON’T DRINK AND DRIVE! If you get
caught on base, you will not drive on base
for a minimum of ONE YEAR! If you are ac-
tive duty, more than your driving privileges
will be lost.
Speeding
Non-housing areas:
Citation and letter to your spouse’s com-
mander
Base housing area:
6-9 mph over:
7-day loss of driving privileges and letter to
your spouse’s commander
10- 14 mph over:
30-day loss of driving privileges and letter
to your spouse’s commander
15+ over:
180-day loss of driving privileges and letter
to your spouse’s commander
Cell phone use:
LOSS OF DRIVING PRIVILIGES ON BASE!
(Hands free devices are permitted)
Illegal parking:
Citation and letter to your spouse’s com-
mander
DWI:
1 year driving suspension and letter to your
spouse’s commander
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Crisis Assistance Form
When your spouse transitions to one of the two FTU flying squadrons, they will be asked to
complete a Crisis Assistance Form. The purpose of the form is to provide a reference doc-
ument to the squadron commander that can be used to assist the active duty member
and/or spouse in the unlikely event of a serious incident. The forms are kept secured by
the squadron commander and are only accessed when necessary. It is highly recom-
mended that you and your service member complete the form together and discuss the
items on the form to ensure the information is accurate.
The forms may vary slightly from unit to unit, but they generally include such information
as:
Names and contact information for all immediate family members
Known medical conditions of family members
Childrens’ school information and any special needs
Short and long term care plans for your children
Pet information and plan for boarding if required
Friends, family, or others that you would want notified or present should something
happen
Preferred methods of contact
Plans for disposition of remains should there be a fatality
Information with respect to wills, powers of attorneys, insurance policies, and other
important documents
Other information with respect to your wishes should the unthinkable happen
It is important to keep the form updated as things change. Again, the purpose of the
form is to provide squadron leadership with the answers to many of the questions that
arise during a crisis, allowing them to provide as much support as possible to you and
your family. The information is kept confidential and is only accessed in the event of an
emergency or when requested by the service member. It is important to ensure a new
form is completed every time you move to another squadron.
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Feeling Blue?
Being an Air Force Spouse can be stressful
and from time to time you may need some
extra help.
Where to go for help:
Friends/Flight Commander’s Spouse/
Commander’s Spouse/Key Spouse
Base Chapel (722-0315): Confidential
counseling services for addiction, marital
problems, deployment issues, suicide inter-
vention.
Airman and Family Readiness Center (722-
1123): Non-confidential. Offers classes on
employment assistance family life educa-
tion, financial management, good referral
service to professional care.
Mental Health Clinic (722-1883): Limited
confidentiality. Active Duty or members on
active orders. Counseling for stress, anger,
anxiety, sleep issues, adjustment issues,
depression, bereavement, suicidal and
homicidal thoughts, substance abuse treat-
ment and education.
Family Advocacy (722-1878): Limited con-
fidentiality. Focused on prevention. New
parent support programs, parenting/
marriage education programs. Profession-
al counselors.
Flight Surgeon (722-1580): Non-
confidential. Referrals to mental health
professionals.
Military & Family Life Consultants (919-
440-2858): Consultations are free and
anonymous. No records are kept!
Off-Base Counselors: For family members,
no referral is needed if you schedule an ap-
pointment with a network Licensed Clinical
Social Worker (LCSW), Psychologist (Ph.D./
Psy.D.) or Psychiatrist (MD/DO). You will
automatically be authorized 8 sessions. If
further sessions are needed, the provider
will request these additional sessions on
your behalf. No cost at all. If the family
member prefers to see another type of net-
work counselor—Licensed Professional
Counselor, Licensed Marriage/Family Ther-
apist, etc—then a referral is needed from
your primary care provider/flight doctor to
get initial 8 sessions. To find a network
provider, go to www.hnfs.net, click Doctor
or Health Care provider under “Find a…”,
click “Search Network Provider Directory”
in middle of page, and fill in info to find ap-
propriate providers. Be sure to use drop
down box under “Specialty”.
How to help a friend in crisis:
What to look for:
Withdrawn from friends, family or social
activities
Marital or relationship problems
Disciplinary problems
Hopelessness-world would be better
without me
Trouble concentrating
Giving belongings away
Change in sleeping or eating habits
Loss of interest in personal appearance
Abuse of a substance
Listen:
Don’t agree to keep your friend’s secret
You can help by getting them help!
Act! Find Help:
Discuss the problem openly and frankly
Show interest and support
Seek help from someone! Escort or stay
with the person, contact Chapel, counselor,
physician, or commander
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Useful Facebook Pages & Apps
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Want to visit some outstanding websites that cater to the military community? Try the
following sites; they are full of valuable news and information about military life:
www.militaryonesource.mil
www.seymourjohnson.af.mil
www.afcrossroads.com
www.military.com
www.militaryfamily.org
www.careeronestop.org/militaryspouse
www.msccn.org
www.sjfss.com
Space-A Travel Information:
(Travel at no/little cost on USAF aircraft on a space-available basis. Works great if you have some
flexibility, but should not be used when you absolutely have to be somewhere by a certain time.)
www.takeahop.com (App available)
www.amc.af.mil/amctravel
Helpful Websites
Want to Volunteer?
There are many volunteer opportunities on base and in the local community. Call Sherry
Kindlesparker at the Airman and Family Readiness Center, 919-722-1123 for more infor-
mation.
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Military and Family Life Counselor Program
Stay Mentally Fit with the Military and Fami-
ly Life Counselor Program
When you hear the word health, images like
sweating in a crowded gym or choosing a
salad over a bucket of fried chicken might
come to mind. Sure, physical health is im-
portant, but it's only half the battle.
Just like your physical health may be chal-
lenged by the temptation to skip a workout,
your emotional health may be challenged by
the stress you face on a daily basis. As if
regular, everyday stress isn't enough, you've
probably faced additional stressors charac-
teristic to military life, like deployments or
frequent moves. To be able to face these
challenges head on, you need to be both
physically and emotionally healthy, and that
means taking care of yourself. The Military
and Family Life Counselor program can help
you do just that!
The MFLC program offers short-term, non-
medical counseling to service members and
their families as well as DoD Civilian Expedi-
tionary Workforce members and their fami-
lies. If you need help coping with stress, im-
proving relationships, adjusting to a new
place or handling a problem in the work-
place, MFLCs are there to help. They also
understand the unique challenges that you
face as part of the military community. They
can help you manage better throughout that
next deployment or figure out the best way
to talk to your kids about another move.
They can also provide compassionate sup-
port and resources to help you throughout
the grieving process if you have lost a loved
one.
If you think you could use support managing
issues like these, then reach out to an MFLC
and get started. Military and family life
counselors can help you figure out what
kind of non-medical counseling will best
meet your needs, and they can accommo-
date individual, family or group sessions.
Depending on the concerns you have, you
may meet once with an MFLC or return for a
series of sessions. A typical non-medical
counseling session involves identifying feel-
ings or problems, talking about them and
seeking solutions.
If you're sold on reaching out to your near-
est MFLC, but you're concerned that doing
so will impact your career or your service
member's career, consider this: choosing to
seek non-medical counseling through the
MFLC program has no impact on a service
member's security clearance, and infor-
mation disclosed during a counseling ses-
sion with an MFLC is kept confidential. Ser-
vice members and family members can see
an MFLC without anyone in the command or
chain of command knowing about it.
Military and family life counselors do not
address abuse, suicidal thoughts or other
mental health issues that may require more
long-term attention. An MFLC can refer you
for medical counseling services in your com-
munity through a military treatment facility
or through TRICARE.
If you think MFLC non-medical counseling
services may be helpful in finding balance
in your emotional and mental health, con-
sider reaching out for that support. Contact
your installation military and family support
center or the Joint Family Support Assis-
tance Program in your state or territory. You
can find contact information for these pro-
grams through MilitaryINSTALLATIONS. You
can also learn about child and youth behav-
ioral MFLCs, who specifically work with chil-
dren, by contacting your child development
center, your installation school, or your mili-
tary youth summer camp. Your commander
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Military and Family Life Counselor Program (cont)
or unit training point of contact can also pro-
vide you with more information about
MFLCs and the services they provide.
For many people, taking the first step to-
wards health is the hardest step to take.
Whether you're lacing up your running shoes
for the first time in months or pursuing the
support you need for your mental or emo-
tional health, taking a step towards health
is always a step in the right direction!
Contact: 919-440-2858
Key Spouse Program
The Key Spouse Program promotes:
Increased awareness of base/
community resources
Identifying/resolving issues at the low-
est level
Enhanced up/down information flow
Links to leadership
Providing an informal sounding board
Improved Quality of Life
Enhanced unit cohesion
Enhanced individual & family resiliency
The Key Spouse Program is an official unit/
family program designed to enhance readi-
ness and establish a sense of Air Force com-
munity. It is a commander’s program that
promotes partnerships with unit leadership,
volunteer Key Spouses appointed by the
commander, families, the Airman & Family
Readiness Center and other community and
helping agencies. The program has been
standardized across the Air Force to address
the needs of all military families with spe-
cial emphasis on support to families across
the deployment cycle.
4TS Key Spouses:
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Childcare & Preschools Around Goldsboro
First Presbyterian Church A-Day-Away
1101 East Ash Street
(919) 735-3060
First Baptist Church
Child Development Center
125 South John Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530-4830
(919) 735-8464
Adamsville Baptist Church: Toddler Time:
Active Music Class for Toddlers
(starts in September)
1302 North Berkeley Blvd
Goldsboro, NC 27534
(919) 778-1213
www.adamsville.org
All Stars Preschool Academy at
Stoney Creek Church
752 Stoney Creek Church Road
Goldsboro, NC 27534
919-739-7222 (ask for Joy)
joy@stoneycreekchurch.net
www.stoneycreekchurch.net/#/all-stars
Mom's Morning Out (Karen Worrell)
United Methodist Church
200 E New Hope Rd
(919) 222-8553
Play Date (Hourly Drop-in)
2828 Cashwell Drive
(919) 429-4222
www.goplaydate.com
The Children's House Montessori
(Preschool and Kindergarten)
(919) 778-6831
www.childrenshouseinc.com
Protestant Preschool and Kindergarten
(919) 735-9056
www.geocities.com/protestantpreschool
Wayne Montessori School (Preschool – 5th
Grade)
130 New Hare Drive, Goldsboro
(919) 778-0022
www.wayne-montessori.org
Preschool Programs:
Off Base Hourly/Drop Off and Mom’s Day Away Programs
Church Based Programs:
Other:
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Education Resources
Public Schools:
Wayne County Public Schools: (919) 731-5900 www.waynecountyschools.org
Military Counselor (919) 738-0070
Wayne Preparatory Academy
(NC Charter School, currently K-4 but adding a grade every year)
1404 Patetown Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27530
info@wayneprepnc.org
http://www.wayneprepnc.org/
Wayne School of Engineering
School focused on science, tech, engineering & math
(part of Wayne County Public Schools and includes grades 6-12)
http://www.waynecountyschools.org/wse
Private Schools:
Arendell Parrott Academy, TK-12: www.parrottacademy.org.
Faith Christian Academy, PK-12: www.fcagoldsboro.com.
Saint Mary School, PK- 8: www.smsgoldsboro.org.
Wayne Christian School, Daycare-12: www.waynechristian.org.
Wayne Country Day School, K-12: www.waynecountryday.com
Wayne Montessori School, PK-5: www.wayne-motessori.org
Homeschooling:
North Carolina Division of Non-Public Education provides information on the requirements
to home school your child in the state of North Carolina: www.ncdnpe.org.
Higher Education:
Base Education Office: (919) 722-5800
Colleges/Universities with extension offices on base:
Embry-Riddle University: (919) 734-9211
Central Michigan University: (919) 735-8064
Fayetteville State University: 919) 583-8025
Mt Olive University: (919) 734-8585
Wayne Community College: (919) 735-5151 ext 721
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Commissary and Exchange Information
Base Exchange:
Hours: Monday through Saturday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Telephone 919-735-9801
Location: 1350 Edwards Street
Link to the AAFES homepage: http://www.aafes.com/
Commissary:
Hours: Closed Monday; Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Thursday
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday noon to 5 p.m.
Telephone: 919-722-0319
Shoppette
Hours: Monday through Friday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday
9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Telephone: 919-734-7235
Dry Cleaner:
Hours: Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Telephone: 919-734-7436
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Installation General Information
Installation Overview:
Location.: Seymour Johnson AFB NC
Major Command: Air Combat Command
Population assigned/served:
Active Duty: 5,213
Family Members: 5,035
Retirees: 3,000 plus
Civilian Employees: 987
Reserve Component: 1,043
Installation Regulations:
Traffic: The speed limit on base is 30 mph
unless otherwise posted. Seat belts must
be worn while traveling in the front seat of
any passenger vehicle. Every driver who is
transporting a child less than 6 years of
age and weighing less than 41 lbs shall
place the child in a safety seat which
meets applicable federal standards. Motor-
cycle Safety Foundation course of instruc-
tion is a prerequisite to permanent registra-
tion. The course is not mandatory for those
with proof of already taking the Motorcycle
Safety Foundation Course. In addition, the
driver's license must be endorsed to indi-
cate motorcycle driving privileges. Cyclists
are required to wear an approved helmet
and eye protection. Note: When traveling
after dark, cyclists will need a source of
light on the bicycle. Cell Phone use is pro-
hibited while operating a vehicle, unless a
hands-free device is used.
Vehicle Checks: All vehicles entering or
leaving Seymour Johnson AFB are subject
to search.
Pet Quarantines: None. NOTE: When mov-
ing on base, according to SJAFBR 125-7,
you are required to register your animals
with the Veterinary Services Facility within
10 days of bringing the pet on base. Regis-
tration requires that a current copy of a ra-
bies vaccination be kept on file with the
vaccination be kept on file with the Veteri-
nary Services Facility located at Bldg.
#2509 on Jabara Avenue, 722-1465.
Pass and Registration/Visitor Center:
Location: Bldg 1700, On Wright Brothers
Ave. (On right hand side, just before enter-
ing the Main Gate).
Hours of Operation: Sunday
through Thursday 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. and
Friday through Saturday 7 a.m. to midnight
Telephone: 919-722-1345/1346 or DSN:
722-1345/1346
NC State Drivers License:
Location: 701 W. Grantham St.
Hours. Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.
to 5 p.m.
Telephone.: 919-731-7963
NC Vehicle Registration:
Location: 511 North William St., Goldsboro
Hours: Monday through Friday from 9 a.m.t
to 5 p.m.
Telephone: 919-734-0881
Military members and their families may
operate vehicles in North Carolina using
their home state's drivers license and
plate, or they may obtain a North Carolina
driver's license and register their vehicles
in North Carolina.
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OPSEC & Social Media
Facebook, Twitter, and other social media
sites may seem like harmless social net-
working Web sites, but when used improp-
erly or carelessly, those sites can be opera-
tional security nightmares for the Air Force
and you.
Information posted on these sites can be
used against the person who posted the
information, against any person or organi-
zations mentioned, and against our nation
in general. These sites are easily accessi-
ble by anyone in the world, including your
friends and our enemies. Even if your post-
ings are only shared among specific
groups, a determined criminal or enemy
has the means to bypass most security set-
tings and features on social media sites.
Even if you share information with a limited
number of people, you have little to no con-
trol over whether those individuals then
share your information with others. Its al-
ways safe to assume the information you
post will be visible to everyone.
The goal of OPSEC is to prevent the inad-
vertent compromise of sensitive U.S. gov-
ernment activities, capabilities or inten-
tions through the enemy's gathering of un-
classified information.
You should be careful not to post any infor-
mation, photographs or videos that dis-
close protected military information or any
personal information which could be used
by criminals or terrorists.
Protected military information can include
deployment locations, return dates and
times, departure dates and times, unclassi-
fied videos and photos of sensitive military
equipment in a deployed or stateside envi-
ronment. Examples of personal information
can include names, personal photographs,
dates of birth, addresses, phone numbers
and social security numbers. Its also im-
portant to note that many smartphone
cameras inbed geolocation data with the
photos taken by the phone. So, when you
post photos, the time, date, and location of
those photos is often available to anyone
viewing them.
Identity thieves have been known to use
the real names and real photos of real peo-
ple to create a false identity for the pur-
pose of stealing money from unsuspecting
victims using these sites.
If you believe your information has been
stolen or used for the wrong reasons, you
should contact the base security forces of-
fice, as well as the Office of Special Investi-
gation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation
or you local police department.
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How to Make Your Social Media Profiles More Secure
In the top right corner, click the down arrow next to the lock icon and select settings.
Under security, click login notifications and select the best method for you to be noti-
fied when your account is accessed from a computer or mobile device that you haven’t
used before.
Under privacy, ensure your timeline is not linked to other search engines. Also, consid-
er not allowing anyone to send you friend requests. To do this, click the no one option
next to the friend request option.
Also, underneath the privacy tab, click timeline and tagging option. Select the option
to review posts that friends tag you in before they appear on your timeline.
Under your cover photo, click the about tab. Here is where most of your personal infor-
mation will be stored – email addresses, phone numbers, birthday, military affiliation,
etc. If you want to remove your military affiliation from your profile click edit in the top
right-hand corner. While you can individually customize who sees what category of in-
formation, consider selecting the only me option.
Go to the activity tab at the corner of your cover photo. Click it and select the search
icon on the left-hand side under the photos to see your search history. To delete it, se-
lect clear searches in the top right corner.
To control who sees your friends list, click on the friends tab on your profile page. Click
the pencil icon on the top right and hit edit privacy. To ensure no one sees your friends
list, select the only me option.
Log into your Twitter account and click the settings icon in the top right corner.
In the drop down menu, click settings.
Under the security and privacy tab, in the privacy section, select do not allow anyone to
tag me in photos to keep people from tagging you in images.
Uncheck the Tweet location option. By doing this, Twitter will not be able to add your
location to your tweets. If it was checked in the past, you can delete all location infor-
mation from past tweets by clicking the button located in that section.
Log into your LinkedIn account.
Click the profile tab to update your privacy settings and ensure your information is visi-
ble only to people of your choosing.Select who can see your connections. Set to only
you.
LinkedIn, by default, automatically retrieves information about the user on websites
with LinkedIn Plug-In integration. Prevent sharing your activities on third-party web-
sites by unchecking the box.
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Internet OPSEC Guidelines
In today's age of social media, Airmen have access
to many Internet-based capabilities which allow
them to easily and quickly share information with
people around the world. However, with these great
capabilities comes an even greater personal and
professional responsibility.
Whether on or off duty, Airmen must pay particular
attention to several areas when communicating via
the Internet.
1. Operations security and information security - Do
not post classified or sensitive information. If un-
sure, do not post the information until you speak
with a supervisor, the unit security or OPSEC man-
ager, or the public affairs office.
2. Seemingly innocent information, when combined,
may reveal valuable intelligence to our enemies. Do
not reveal information that could suggest troop
movements, system information, weapons infor-
mation, military organizations or other valuable in-
telligence to a potential adversary. Although some
information is not classified, sensitive information
may provide small pieces to a larger puzzle that
could be useful to our adversaries.
3. Do not post defamatory, libelous, vulgar, ob-
scene, abusive, profane, threatening, hateful, racial-
ly, ethnically, or otherwise offensive or illegal infor-
mation or material.
4. In addition to protecting information, do your part
to protect the Air Force network from malicious at-
tacks such as viruses, Trojan horse, worms and spy-
ware, which can significantly disrupt operations.
Beware of unfamiliar links, downloads, attach-
ments, "apps" or plugins which could contain mali-
cious code intended to jeopardize the security of the
computer. Additionally, do not permit anything to
run on your computer you did not install or you do
not understand.
5. Avoid posting photos of military personnel in so-
cial situations highlighting or promoting the use of
alcoholic beverages or other situations that may
bring discredit to the Air Force.
6. Airmen discussing issues related to their career
field or a personal experience is acceptable. Be
careful not to imply you have expertise in areas for
which you have no first-hand knowledge.
7. Do not post information that would infringe upon
the propriety, privacy or personal rights of others.
8. Avoid revealing too much personal information
about yourself in social spaces. Be aware of any
personal information you release, such as family
names, addresses, birthdates, travel plans, etc.
9. If posting something questionable or that may
reflect negatively on the Air Force, review relevant
guidance thoroughly. If still unsure, and the post is
about the Air Force, discuss the proposed post with
the local public affairs office. Ultimately, Airmen are
individually accountable for what they post.
10. Department of Defense computer systems are
provided only for authorized U.S. government use
and limited personal use. "Limited personal use"
must be of reasonable duration and frequency ap-
proved by supervisors and does not negatively af-
fect performance of official duties, overburden sys-
tems or reflect adversely on the Air Force. For a
complete description of "appropriate use," see Air
Force Instruction 33-129, Paragraph 2 - Use of Inter-
net Resources by Government Employees.
When posting information to the Web, especially
information concerning Air Force operations, pro-
grams or activities, every Airman is responsible for
his or her own conduct. Airmen are on duty 24
hours a day, 365 days a year and all their actions
are subject to the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
Airmen, by the nature of the business, are always
"on the record" and must always represent the core
values of integrity first, service before self and excel-
lence in all they do.
For more information, call the 4th Fighter Wing In-
formation Protection chief, at 722-1471, or the 4th
FW Public Affairs office at 722-0027.
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Quick Reference Phone Numbers
4th Training Squadron: (919) 722-4300
333rd Fighter Squadron: (919) 722-0333
334th Fighter Squadron: (919) 722-3085
Commissary (919) 722-0319
Community Center: (919) 722-0334
Customer Service (CE): (919) 722-5126
Customer Service (MPF): (919) 722-4027
Customer Service (Supply): (919) 722-5225
Dental Clinic: (919) 722-1933
Dry Cleaners: (919) 734-7436
Education Office: (919) 722-5800
Eye Clinic: (919) 722-1869
Family Support: (919) 722-1123
Finance (Travel Pay): (919) 722-5373
Fire Department: (919) 722-4109
Flight Medicine: (919) 722-1580
Flower Shop: (919) 734-0424
Formal Training: (919) 722-4009
Gas Station: (919) 734-7235
Golf Course: (919) 72 2-0395
Gym: (919) 722-0409
Health and Wellness Center: (919) 722-0407
Housing: (919) 722-0364
Housing Maintenance: (919) 736-7021
ID Card Info: (919) 722-8702
Immunizations: (919) 722-1845
Legal: (919) 722-5322
Library: (919) 722-5826
Life Skills (Mental Health): (919) 722-1883
Optical Shop: (919) 736-1776
OSI: (919) 722-1218
Outbound Assignments: (919) 722-4205
Outdoor Rec: (919) 722-1104
Pediatrics: (919) 722-1833
Pharmacy: (919) 722-1814
Pharmacy (Satellite): (919) 722-0353
Physical Therapy: (919) 722-1846
Public Affairs: (919) 722-0027
Recycling: (919) 722-1469
Red Cross: (919) 722-1120
Security Police: (919) 722-1211
Self-Help Store: (919) 722-0304
Shopette: (919) 734-7235
Skeet Range: (919) 722-1349
Tax Center: (919) 722-0222
Teen Center: (919) 722-0334
Theater: (919) 722-0359
Thrift Shop: (919) 722-0606
TMO: (919) 722-4032
Tricare Appointments: 919-722-1988
Tricare Counselor: (919) 722-1951
Visitor Center: (919) 722-1343
Women's Clinic: (919) 722-0861
Youth Center: (919) 722-0502
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