LLAB 6 SP 13

LLAB 6 was the commencement of ORW I (Operation Rising Warhawk). This day proved fruitful for many with the training and learning taking place but it also proved challenging for the rest who took on the responsibilities of trainers or wing staff. ORW I included many 3rd class cadets and a few 4th class cadets who held trainer positions and staff positions and had the responsibility of planning and executing LLAB 6 with minimal help from the POC. These cadets used ORW I to teach their fellow cadets the valuable skills of FDE (Flight Drill Evaluation), ORI (Open Ranks Inspection), and Reporting-In procedures. LLAB 6 also included a skill building GLP that strained cadets' skills of taking responsibility and being prepared for any situation. Overall, ORW I was a success and was reflected by the warrior spirit of those who made it all possible. Congratulations on an outstanding job to all cadets on delivering a successful ORW I!

LLAB 5 SP13

LLAB 5 was a slight variation to your average LLAB drill. It incorporated a few of the many drills and items that will be tested during Field Training. Cadets got to actively participate and display their skills in events such as the ORI (Open Ranks Inspection) and the FDE (Flight Drill Evaluation). LLAB 5 was a very real and insightful day for the cadets as they saw where they could improve and where their drill was at its strongest. This was also the first LLAB of the semester where cadets were able to look sharp in their long-sleeve blues and show their dedication to the AFROTC and the USAF. The day also saw to the rated board results for three top-notch cadets. Both C/Col Keane and C/1st Lt Levine's hard work that they put into the AFROTC payed off when they were selected to be pilots once they commission. C/3C Bennett's efforts were rewarded with the rated position of RPA (Remotely Piloted Aircraft). Congratulations to these outstanding cadets and to the other cadets of Det 195, keep up the outstanding work!

LLAB 4 SP 13

LLAB 4 taught the cadets valuable skills for the field and immediately put those skills to the test in none other than AEF training! Cadets had the opportunity to learn many useful skills that ranged from the survival and safety techniques of the SABCs to the techniques of orientation with a map and compass. AEF also featured a visit from a member of the Army who lent his time and skills in teaching cadets about ground tactics. Cadets were able to run through an actual scenario that involved mock weapons and various hand-signs with the goal of flanking and taking out an enemy using squadron and fire-team tactics. Another unique scenario took place in the racquetball courts of Keating Gym. The courts acted as potentially "hostile" rooms for cadets to try out their room clearing skills. Even the new AS 100s received ample training as they were taught the basics from Lt Col O'Brien, the Det Commander himself! LLAB 4 was definitely a valuable experience for the Det 195 Warhawks.

LLAB 3 SP 13

LLAB 3, Physical Fitness Assessment. Better known among the cadets as the day to give it your all! What a way to kick off the beginning of the Spring semester at Det 195 then to have a PFA to reinvigorate the cadets and drive them forward. Despite the dreary cold January weather, the PFA definitely brought up the heat when pushing through push-ups and sit-ups and sweating through the mile and a half run. This semester's PFA took place in DeLaSalle gym which featured a 14 lap mile and a half track as opposed to the 6 lap mile an a half track that was used outside for the PFA the previous semester. Even knowing this, not one cadet let the number of laps throw off their concentration and determination. Everyone did an outstanding job! There were quite a few cadets who received a 95 or better on the PFA and were awarded a new Det 195 Blue PT  T-shirt for it. We also had one outstanding cadet who received a perfect score of 100 on the PFA and was awarded a Black T-Shirt. Congratulations C/Maj Brunson on this outstanding achievement! Also, congratulations to all the cadets today on displaying their warrior spirit!

LLAB 2 S13

Much like LLAB 1, LLAB 2 proved to be a very informative experience for the cadets. However, instead of  a long day of briefings, cadets put their Drill and Ceremony skills to the test. LLAB 2 took place in Keating Gym on IIT campus and was set to be the location of various drill movements that ranged from static commands to column movements. It even escalated to a drill off and a competition of column movement skills between the IMT flights. Even  the POC stepped in to show the IMT how it was done! Overall, I bet the cadets would all agree that LLAB 2 was a very rewarding experience that not only tested and strained skills but also exposed the room for improvement.

LLAB 1 S13

Welcome back fellow Cadets! I hope everyone had an awesome Winter Break and made sure to keep up with their physical fitness!

LLAB 1 was chalk full of briefings of both old and new information to kick off the Spring semester. Some of the major items of importance that were discusses included PFA and GPA awards, the selection boards pie charts, dress standards and most importantly, both the Cadre's and the Cadet's expectations for the semester. Cadets were immediately back in the AFROTC drive as they were given new tasks and expected to know the new ranks of their POC counterparts. To start off the Spring semester with a bang, the detachment welcomed many new cadets into its ranks and much enthusiasm was seen that day as they got their first experience of Det 195 life. Det 195 is also lucky to have one cadet in particular that dedicated so much of his time to help his fellow cadets in their path to becoming Air Force Officers. That honored cadet is no other than C/Maj Meskauskas for his work in developing the CRC (Cadet Resource Center) which gives cadets access to print OPORDS, review warrior knowledge, prepare themselves for the AFOQT and even test their flight skills with the state-of-the-art flight simulator equipment.

Military Ball

Military Ball was a great and fun experience for everyone! The speaker did an outstanding job and gave some really good, motivational advice. The food was also good. It was a great opportunity for bonding among the Cadets. Everyone had a great time.