“THE WATCH”

"The Watch" was read by A1C Oronda Love, a new Airman, and was a fabulous tribute to my brother!

 

For 24 years, this Airman has stood the watch

While some of us were in our bunks at night … this Airman stood the watch

While some of us were in school learning our trade … this Airman stood the watch

Yes, even before some of us were born into this world ... this Airman stood the watch

In those years when the storm clouds of war were seen brewing on the horizon of history … this Airman stood the watch

Many times, he would cast a glance and see his family standing there, needing his guidance and help … needing that hand to hold during those hard times … but he still stood the watch

He stood the watch for twenty Four years

He stood the watch so that we, our families, and our fellow countrymen could sleep soundly in safety each and every night knowing that an Airman stood the watch.

Today I am here to say, the watch stands relieved. Relieved by those you have led, guided and trained

Master Sergeant Moulton, You stand relieved. We have the watch!

MSgt Moulton Retirement Ceremony

The Retirement Ceremony Honoring MSgt Moulton

        Presiding Official: Maj Devin Hartman

        Retiree: Master Sergeant Michael P Moulton II      

        Narrator: TSgt Trey Allman

        Proffer:  A1C Eddie Lipscomb

        Anthem Singer: SrA Steven Rodriguez

        Escorts:  MSgt Christopher Moore and SSgt Brian White

        “The Watch”: A1C Oronda Love            

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         *United States

        * Air Force Flag

The stage was set and absolutely perfect! 

 

Air Force Commendation Medal

Lyndy pin's on his retirement pin

Family is honored with Certificate of Appreciation

Gifts from Units and Command

 

Presentation of gifts to family

 

Final remarks 

Flag Folding Ceremony and Presentation

 

Family 

MSgt Rides the B-2 Stealth OCC Bike

In July 2009, Northrop Grumman and the U.S. Air Force will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first flight of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber, which occurred on July 17, 1989.
As a visual centerpiece of its year-long celebration of this milestone, Northrop Grumman Corporation, the Air Force’s prime contractor for the B-2, unveiled a custom B-2 themed motorcycle designed and built for the company by famous Orange County Choppers (OCC), Newburgh, N.Y.

Video of the delivey of the Chopper to Whiteman AFB

 

MSgt Rides the B-2 Stealth Bike

The Commendation Medal

MSgt Moulton distinguished himself by meritorious service in various assignments culminating as Non-commissioned Offer in Charge, Weapons Maintenance, 393rd Aircraft http://mastersergeantmoulton.blogspot.com/Unit, 509 Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, 509th Maintenance Group, 509th Bomb wing, Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri. During this period, SMgt Moulton;s steadfast attention to detail proved vital when leading a no-notice higher head quarters aircraft generation. His orchestration of 16 AGM-158 uploads on four different aircraft in only 12 hours assured the generation while meeting operational timelines.

Additionally, he again stepped up, dominating the 2012 Nuclear Staff Assistance Visit. His superior maintenance coupled with the meticulous upkeep of 129 nuclear certified tools valued at one million dollars, resulted in zero deficiencies with the program, cementing the higest possible inspection rating.

Furthermore, his leadership process was on display once more during the Headquarters Air Force Global Strike Command 2012 Nuclear Operational Readiness Inspection. His ability to guide his section through 16 flawless nuclear weapon loads and on Bomber Strategic Aircraft Recovery Team special  weapon transfer, postured the wing for success, directly enabling on overall excellent rating.

Finally, MSgt Moulton was selected to oversee flight line weapons operation during Global Thunder 2014. His ability to synchronize seven load teams while coordinating maintenance actions in multiple aircraft docks proved critical to the on-time generation of all aircraft 36 percent ahead of the Air Force Global Stike Command's time standard. The distinctive accomplishments of MSgt Moulton culminate a distinguished career in the service of his country and reflect credit upon himself and the United States Air Force.

Next Adventure...Whiteman AFB, MO

MSgt Moulton began his last year in AK so Krystal could finish her senior year. They began planning there trip to MO and what trip it was...

First, can you imagine packing up a family of five and moving to MO with a few stops? Two cars, camper, two four wheelers on a trailer, and don't for get one dog and two cats...Oh and five people!!!!

Second, a month early before leaving on July 1 we moved out of base housing into the camper...with all that stuff!

Third, they started the trip and soon MSgt Moulton notices a wheel rolling on the highway! What he just bought those tires for the camper! Well that is a story you should hear about from the family. Everyone has a view on this event!

They stopped in Texas to attend Krystal's college orientation at UTA then off to MO.

MSgt Moulton was assigned to Whiteman AFB, MO, 393rd Bomb Squadron.

The 393rd Bombardment Squadron is the only United States Air Force squadron to carry out nuclear attacks on the enemy in combat. During World War II, its aircraft attacked Hiroshima on 6 August 1945 and Nagasaki, Japan, on 9 August 1945 with atomic bombs.

MSgt Moulton worked on the B-2. The B-2 reactivated in 1993 as first operational B-2 Spirit stealth bomber squadron. The Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit, also known as the Stealth Bomber, is an American strategic bomber, featuring low observable stealth technology designed for penetrating dense anti-aircraft defenses; it is able to deploy both conventional and nuclear weapons. The bomber has a crew of two and can drop up to eighty 500 lb (230 kg)-class JDAM GPS-guided bombs, or sixteen 2,400 lb (1,100 kg) B83 nuclear bombs. The B-2 is the only aircraft that can carry large air-to-surface standoff weapons in a stealth configuration.

MSgt Finally

TSgt Moulton continued in 525 Fighter Squadron and had more accomplishments.
Developed and trained weapons expediter course, six NCOs qualified three months ahead of the training plan, directed and implemented standard infor-note entries for internal munitions and reducing aircraft forms errors 30%.

He was a prep manger and readied two A/C for NORAD Alert Force Evaluation, drove only section with an outstanding rating, drove HOTSHOT team leader, cleared five jammed UALS and awarded outstanding performer.
Finally developed M^1A! gun bay inspection checklist load crews adopted passing procedures with 98% passing rate and led pre-TDY weapon checks, expended 19K rounds/27 missiles and the operaaations offer stated best in 3 years.

So he was very nervous, the test was had and took him close to three hours. Then the waiting began.  Can you believe they made him wait three months to find out his score! Unbelievable!

HE MADE IT TO MSgt MOULTON!

In August of 2011 he had his ceremony! Look great in the Men in Black sunglasses!

Thank you for your service!

MSgt Moulton,

I am a friend of your “Big Sister” Norma.  (I quoted big sister as I imagine you are taller than she is. <smile>)  Norma recently told me you were retiring and she was creating this blog for you.  I thought was a great gift.  Over the past week, I have greatly enjoyed reading the accounts of your career through the eyes of others.  And I have to admit I had a great smile on my face when I read you were stationed at Luke AFB, which is in my back yard.  From my yard, I can watch the jets as they head to or from the Goldwater Range.  From my close friends, (Retired Navy), porch across the street from the South Gate, I can hear the sound of freedom as the jets take off and land.  (Which by the way I will be enjoying later this afternoon.)

MSgt, I wanted to write this message as thankful and grateful American.  Over the past 24 years, you have made a selfless sacrifice putting family, health and wellbeing aside for service to our country.  While not everyone member of our nation understands this sacrifice, a GREAT number do!  Moreover, I am one of them!  

MSgt Moulton, I am very aware of the protocol for a “Salute” and the term “Sir” in the military.  However, I was also raised to believe these are a sign of respect.  With that stated, and all due respect.  I Salute the man who has given twenty-four years of his life to the freedoms that I enjoy and thank you Sir for your service!

As you transition into civilian life, I wish you the best of luck in the quest of the ultimate fishing pond.

Thank you MSgt. Moulton enjoy your well-deserved retirement!

Shawn Wheeler