445th Airlift Wing Airman of the Quarter, first quarter

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - Senior Airman Joseph Farrell, 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare systems journeyman, is the 445th Airlift Wing’s Airman of the Quarter, first quarter. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Anthony Springer)

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445th Airlift Wing Airman of the Quarter, first quarter

Published Feb. 6, 2013
By 445th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio -- Senior Airman Joseph Farrell, 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare systems journeyman, is the 445th Airlift Wing's Airman of the Quarter, first quarter.

Farrell executed 32 strategic airlift missions consisting of 1,429 tons of cargo and moved 252 passengers. He instructed 224 mechanics on C-17 explosives safety. He was also involved in troubleshooting and replacing a bad flare dispenser, reducing downrange threats to aircrew members. Farrell was awarded the 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron's Top 3 Counsel's Sharp Airman award.

During his off-duty time, Farrell annually decorates the Brown County veteran grave sites with flowers for Memorial Day. He participated in various American Legion fundraisers, raising $800 for veterans in need. Farrell also delivered shoes and other donated clothing items to local American Legions.