445th Airlift Wing Airman of the Quarter, third quarter

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WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio --  Senior Airman Jennifer Perdue, 445th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron communications and navigation systems mechanic is the 445th Airlift Wing Airman of the Quarter, third quarter.

Perdue assisted in the delivery of 8,778 tons of cargo and the deployment of 5,252 military personnel into the area of responsibility during her deployment supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. She deployed with Northrup Grumman engineers to research the aircraft infrared countermeasures system. During her off duty time, Perdue participated in the Orphan Love 5K Run, helping the organization raise more than $8,000 to support children waiting for adoption.

She volunteered as assistant planner in the annual Vineyard Church Giant Easter Egg Hunt with more than 10,000 participants. Perdue completed her Community College of the Air Force degree and bachelor's degree and is currently working on a master's degree in business management.