Task Force CEASAR

CEASAR is an acronym that translates as Communications Electronic Attack with Surveillance and Reconnaissance.  Typically, we orbit at the top of a "stack" with aircarft of varying capabilities.  The unit is staffed by 8 Pilots, 4 Electronic Warfare Officers (EWO's) and 2 Operations personnel.  We support three mission lines per day that equates to 24-hour availability throughout Afghanistan.  That sums up my life since I left home.

We were qualified and mission trained in Kandahar...then moved to Bagram to start a new detachment.  We started with an empty gravel lot...and similar to building a house...it took us two-months to become operational.  We were accompanied by some experienced folks who volunteered to help us get going.  Today they left us on our own...their assistance was truly appreciated!

Special thanks to our MX Man for the many laughs and Little Battle Buddy for leading the way.

 

Veteran's Day Mission

After awhile all the day's blend together, but Veteran's Day was an exception.  We flew a flag on our aircraft in recognition and as a gift for a family member.  The unit consists of mix of Army Reserve and National Guard soldiers with diverse civilian careers.  My crew on Veteran's Day included a U.S. Marshall plus a Forensic Psychologist, PhD...America's finest.

A Kid At Heart



So the boss lady wanted us to sing Happy Birthday for her son...signs and props were handed out...I thought I was holding cheerleader pom-poms...really!

Her son watches the video and says "Who is that guy dancing with my balloons Mommy" needless to say, the boss denied knowing me.  

See Beautiful Girl, you are not the only one I embarrass in public!