CORPUS CHRISTI ARMY DEPOT Dec 2016

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Tips to Manage Stress

Making the Holidays Positive

Commander Holiday Message

Security Sentinel

Do Opioids Control Your Life?

Around CCAD

December 2016

AIRCRAFTSMAN

The Aircraftsman is an authorized unofficial monthly publication for members of the Department of Defense. Contents are not necessarily the official view of or endorsed by the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense or the Department of the Army.

The editor reserves the right to edit all information submitted for publication.

Col. Allan H. Lanceta Commanding, Corpus Christi Army Depot

Carla Johnson Public Affairs Chief

Brigitte Rox Writer & Editor

Ervey MartinezEditor, Graphics & Layout

Kiana AllenVisual Support

Joe WassmannVisual Support

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CCAD Alumni Luncheon

Wagner Named New Deputy as Cook Retires

Commander Goes Coast Guard for a Day

Traffic Update

Sports Day Awards

Season of Giving-Toys for Tots-CFCShare Your Christmas

-Operation Christmas Spirit-Holiday luncheons

COVER STORY

FEATURES

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My wish for you, during this holiday season, is that you spend quality time with those you love, reconnecting and rekindling friendships and bonds that will last a lifetime. May you experience new joys and recall fond memories during this holiday break. These are some of the greatest gifts life has to offer.

Thank you for your commitment to excellence this year. You can stand proud knowing that CCAD produced 51 aircraft and returned them to service this year. CCAD overhauled and returned 10,041 aircraft components and our depot field maintenance teams repaired 96 DoD aircraft this year. Because of you, aircrews around the globe can fly with confidence in defense of our great Nation. I want to ensure you all know how important you are to our Army’s Readiness and your direct

contribution to our national security.

As we approach the New Year, we have already embarked on a journey to become a better depot with the Art of the Possible (AoP). AoP will help us improve our processes and reduce costs, and we will become more efficient at every gate. I’m confident that you share my excitement and anticipation for what we will accomplish with AoP paving CCAD’s future.

Sergeant Major Felicioni and I, along with our families, wish you good health, prosperity and happiness in the New Year. We look forward to seeing you well and on the job in 2017.

ALLAN H. LANCETA COL, AV Commanding

Message from

the Commander

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Kresten L. Cook, Deputy to the Commander at Corpus Christi Army Depot, will retire this coming January, with more than thirty-three years of dedicated Federal service. As we move forward, please join us in wishing Kresten Cook and his family the best of luck in the future and in thanking him for his invaluable leadership at CCAD throughout the years

Mark Wagner will take over as the Deputy to the Commander at CCAD. In the current working environment, we need an experienced leader in all areas of the Industrial Base, to include experience in the Army Working Capital Fund, Depot Operations and the enterprise, as a whole. Wagner is well-qualified for this position, with experience at CCAD and from a variety of other assignments.

We are confident in Mr. Wagner’s ability to excel as the Deputy and know you will offer him your complete support..

Wagner Named New Deputy as Cook Retires

Mark Wagner

Commander Col. Allan Lanceta paid a neighborly visit to the US Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi where he met with command leaders and flew in a MH-65 Dolphin, November 7.

Commander Capt. Tony Hahn and Deputy Commander Capt. Michael Cunningham gave Col. Lanceta an inside look at all the missions Sector Corpus Christi performs, including search and rescue; law enforcement; ports, waterways and coastal security; marine safety; drug interdiction; aid to navigation; living marine resources; defense readiness; migrant interdiction and marine environmental protection.

Commander Goes Coast Guard for a DayStory by Brigitte RoxPhoto by: Kiana Allen

CCAD Commander Col. Allan Lanceta paid a neighborly visit to the US Coast Guard Sector Corpus Christi where he met with command leaders and flew in a MH-65 Dolphin. (Photo Credit: Kiana Allen)

CCAD ALUMNI LUNCHEON"Without you, CCAD wouldn't be what it is today," Col. Allan H. Lanceta said to a room of retired employees during CCAD's first-ever Alumni Luncheon, December 2.The luncheon was an opportunity for today’s leaders to engage an untapped resource of knowledge: former employees.“You have lots of skills and knowledge I don’t have,” the commander told the CCAD alumni. After Col. Lanceta’s CCAD update, the alumni took turns sharing their thoughts, insights and concerns about all things CCAD.An open dialogue between employees and alumni generated a list of takeaways and suggestions on production, supply, leadership and mentoring.The alumni asked for a forum for future opportunities to contribute, and the commander delivered with plans for semiannual alumni events beginning with an Army ball.This constructive forum of retirees demonstrates that certain distinction inherent in practically every CCADer that civil service never ends.

By Brigitte Rox

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CCAD Takes Home the Silver for NASCC Sports Day, Nov 2016!

• CCAD One: 1st Place, 3v3 Basketball Tourney (Team: Robert Adams, Robert Janosek, James Randle, Reggie LeDay)

• Reggie LeDay: 2nd Place, Longest Drive (Golf) 2nd Place, Bowling

• Keith Walter: 2nd Place, Pool Tournament• Alberto Banda: 3rd Place, Pool Tournament

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The Security SentinelFirearms on NAS-CC and CCADThe recent release of DOD Directive 5210.56, Arming and the Use of Force raised many questions regarding possession of Privately Owned Firearms by DOD personnel not related to the performance of their duties.To be clear, there is no change in current policy regarding privately owned firearms. Non-security DOD personnel will not be granted permission to carry openly or concealed at CCAD. Any employee who possesses/transports a privately owned firearm on their person or vehicle onto CCAD property will face significant administrative and criminal penalties. Safety of all CCAD team members is a top priority, and the Command will

ensure security at the Depot is always at the forefront of all planning, actions and concerns.

Drug overdose surpasses auto accidents as the number one cause of accidental death in the United States.

Overdose deaths involving prescription opioids have quadrupled since 1999 and overdose rates are highest among people 25 to 54.

As doctors are less likely to write long-term, high-dosage prescriptions, many Americans are turning to street drugs to relieve the physical pain associated with opioid addiction withdrawal.

Four in five new heroin users began their opioid abuse by misusing prescription painkillers, and over 90% of users who participated in a recent survey reported that they use heroin because prescription opioids were “far more expensive and harder to obtain.”

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) now reports synthetic opioids, manufactured in illicit “overseas” labs, have become a significant factor to overdose deaths throughout the US.

Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) staff wants you to know that physical dependence to opioids is quick. Most don’t realize that they’ve become dependent.

They may mistake withdrawal symptoms for the flu or may be in denial, justifying their use with the initial injury.

Many eventually turn to desperate and risky measures to sustain their addiction and ease withdrawal symptoms, affecting their family, careers and lives.

Recognize the symptoms of opioid withdrawal.

Within the first 24 hours:

• Muscle aches

• Restlessness

• Anxiety

• Lacrimation (eyes tearing up)

• Runny nose

• Excessive sweating

• Inability to sleep

• Yawning often

Over the next few days:

• Diarrhea

• Abdominal cramping

• Goose bumps on the skin

• Nausea and vomiting

• Dilated pupils or blurry vision

• Rapid heartbeat

• High blood pressure

CONFIDENTIAL HELP for opioid dependence is available to you and your family. Call your EAP Coordinator Juandalynn Givhan-Simmons at 961-4739 for more information or assistance.

Do Opioids Control Your Life? 78 AMERICANS DIE EVERY DAY FROM AN OPIOID OVERDOSE

BY DENNIS CAMPBELL, CCAD ALCOHOL AND DRUG CONTROL OFFICER

North Gate, Commercial Vehicle Inspection, and Crecy Street Gate closed: 24 Dec 16 - 1 Jan 17. Re-opens: 02 Jan 17

North Gate Closed: 26 Dec 16 - 02 Jan 17. Re-opens: 03 Jan 17

Crecy Street Closed: 26 Dec 16 - 02 Jan 17. Re-opens: 03 Jan 17

Commercial Vehicle Inspection Closed: 26 Dec 16 - 02 Jan 17. Re-opens: 03 Jan 17

D Street Closed 23 Dec 16 at 1200. Re-opens 28-29 Dec 16. Closed 30 Dec 16 - 02 Jan 17. Re-opens 03 Jan 17.

Roadway Project

Gate Closures During Holiday Shutdown

NAS-CC Traffic Update

Share Your Christmas Crates Signal the Season of Giving at CCAD

It was a record-breaking year for the Share Your Christmas Food Drive as our Corpus Christi community brought in more than 165,000 pounds of

donated food!

Corpus Christi Army Depot had a big hand in that, bringing in more than 2,000 of the 19,000 pounds of food that was collected at the Kiii-TV studios, alone, during the 29th Annual Share Your Christmas Food Drive, December 2.

The food drive benefits the Food Bank of Corpus Christi.

Directorates and offices throughout the facility rallied together to collect more than 2,000 pounds worth of

edible donations, which could feed local families for 2.5 months, according to Food Bank of Corpus Christi Executive Director, Bea Hanson.

Hanson was on-hand to receive CCAD’s contributions at the Kiii-TV news station where news anchors interviewed donors as they

delivered nonperishable food for the cause.

News Anchor, Joe Gazin interviewed Command Sgt. Maj. Louis Felicioni, who represented CCAD, during the drop-off and live broadcast.

Assisting personnel who tried to dodge the camera included the volunteer event coordinator, Julius Wilson; coordinating assistant, Staff Sgt. Raheem Plazz and Acting Public Affairs Chief, Carla Johnson.

The 29th Share Your Christmas Food Drive kicked off on November 1.

Schools, businesses and families throughout the community teamed up with Kiii-TV, HEB and the food bank for one month of giving to reduce hunger in South Texas.

Coastal Bend schools came in big and proud as they cumulatively brought in more than 127,000 pounds of donations. Way to go!

More than $38,000 was also raised for the event.

Depot event coordinator, Julius Wilson, said 15 large durable crates were used throughout the 2.3 million square feet of depot industrial space for donors to share their Christmas.

The Food Bank of Corpus Christi is already taking all that food and storing it for distribution throughout the community. Since 1982, the Food Bank of Corpus Christi has been fighting hunger in the Coastal Bend by providing food and personal care products to various charity and service agencies. The Food Bank of Corpus Christi feeds 78,900 people annually and services 11 counties in South Texas.

Spc. Phillip Subblett, Julius Wilson and Staff Sgt.Raheem Plazz (left to right) spread 15 giant cratesthroughout CCAD for donors to drop off food items.(Photo Credit: Mr. Ervey Martinez (AMC)).

Story by Brigitte Rox

Mechanical helper and seven-year CCAD artisan, Margaret Hernandez verifies serial numbers for a UH-60 main transmission on an Ergo Stand during the carrier final assembly “stack up.”

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Every year, between October and December, the CCAD family pulls together to deliver a series of acts of kindness collectively known as the Season of Giving.We start big with the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC), then focus on our community with Share Your Christmas, Toys for Tots and Operation Christmas Spirit. After that, smaller groups coordinated funds and logistics for end of the year luncheons. As a way to say thanks, we’re highlighting this year’s Season of Giving coordinators who have gone above and beyond during the busiest time of year to pay it forward. These Q&A vignettes will help to remind us of some of the reasons we celebrate this special time of year.To the entire team, thank you for another great year of support. May the rest of your season shine bright.

Chief of Directorate of Aircraft Production A&M Office, Marissa Arredondo has been a CCADer for 26 years but this was her first year as its CFC loaned executive.That didn’t stop her from making 100% contact with the workforce, who pledged $270,219.94 to the 2016 campaign.Why is CFC important to CCAD?

“We all are blessed with the best jobs in Corpus Christi, it is important to give back. The generosity of the CCAD workforce will go a long way to make a difference in our community.”

(From back left) CW3 Tony Luke, Julius Wilson, Staff Sgt Raheem Plazz, Stephen McCravy, Marissa Arredondo and Christopher Setliff are just some of the event coordinators and volunteers of the 2016 Season of Giving.

Julius Wilson is an industrial specialist and contract officer representative in the Production Equipment Support Branch. With nine years at CCAD, he felt confident serving as the new Share Your Christmas coordinator.What makes this season special for you?

“Family, friends, cold weather and good eats!!“The heartfelt moments during [Operation Christmas Spirit] as Santa and I went to the rooms of nursing home residents...the smiles on their faces were priceless!”

Staff Sgt. Raheem Plazz came to CCAD six months ago and now works in inventory management for IT Distribution. As the non-commissioned officer in charge; he and his fellow Soldiers transported all food donations to the Share Your Christmas drop station.

“When Soldiers deploy, it’s often the community that helps his family continue while the service member is gone. “The Corpus Christi Army Depot is home to the largest Service member population. The community needs to know that CCAD is here for them. Events like this help the community know that.”

This is Flight Test Crew Chief Stephen McCravy’s ninth year volunteering with the Toys for Tots collection, headed up by CW3 Tony Luke.

“I love to volunteer and enjoy helping others. Two years ago, we met a family down on their luck. He had lost his job and she was pregnant with their third child. We provided them with food and their children with Christmas gifts through the Toys for Tots campaign. My family and I were in the perfect position to help and we felt wonderful knowing how blessed we truly are.”

Crew Chief Christopher Setliff is six years in as a Toys For Tots volunteer. He helps collect toys from Toys for Tots drop off points and helps the Marines load them into the delivery trucks for their haul to the Toys for Tots local headquarters.Why is it important that we continue this effort?

“There are many families who do not have the means to provide gifts for their family.”

What makes the holidays special for you?

“Spending time with family and giving time to help others have a good holiday season.”

Operation Christmas Spirit

Employee & MHMR Holiday Luncheons

Though this is Equipment Specialist, Ramona Long’s first year assisting the annual MHMR Luncheon, she is no novice to acts of kindness. In her six years at CCAD, Ramona has volunteered as a CFC representative for four years and twice for our Employee Holiday Luncheons. Why is the Season of Giving important for CCAD?

“The efforts that CCAD puts forth touches many different people from all different walks of life, and brings a little bit of cheer, help, and holiday spirit to them. For our employees it shows them that they are valued members of the workforce and we care about them.”

Describe a special memory of an act of kindness or holiday miracle:

“While in the Army, I made it a point to have soldiers that could not go home for the holidays over for dinner, games, movies, and just spending time together. No one ever said that you had to be related to be a family.”

Norma Toscano, a user account manager (UAM) Command Administrator, is the project lead for the Employee Appreciation Luncheon. She works behind the scenes, ensuring proper disbursements are made so all personnel can enjoy a holiday luncheon.Why is it important that we continue this effort?

“It’s important, especially during the holiday season, that we continue this effort as the year comes to a close. We can reflect on the work and accomplishments we have done by celebrating the holiday season outside of the work environment with our co-workers.”

Mission Support Admin, Veronica Laura Perez has volunteered at holiday luncheons for her past 32 years at CCAD.

“Our employees work very hard each day at CCAD. This boosts their morale and helps them enjoy each work day. I have enjoyed seeing the welfare and morale of our employees at every CCAD Christmas luncheon.”

Mike Creacy, Chief of the Instrument Branch and VP for Federal Managers Association Chapter 125, was the main POC the MHMR Christmas Appreciation Luncheon. Describe a special memory of an act of kindness or holiday miracle:

“I was involved in a live nativity scene at church with the youth group. On the last day I was tired and getting very frustrated and I was wondering if the work was worth the time. “About that time a lady walked up to the nativity scene and sat down on one of the hay bales and started crying. “I asked her what was wrong and she said she had been so busy and worried preparing for Christmas that she had forgotten why we celebrate. Seeing the youth in the live nativity reminded her to slow down and remember what Christmas was about. “To make a difference is always worth the effort.”

Training Specialist, Sandra Schoggins, has been involved with Operation Christmas Spirit for 32 years now, with this being her tenth year as its co-chair.What makes the holidays special for you?

“Actually, it is the opportunity to be a part of Operation Christmas Spirit. I would never have been able to successfully participate all these years without the support of my husband, Richard and my family.“The visits would have never been possible without the support of the Commanders, Command Staff, my supervisor and all the CCAD employees. There are many who work behind the scenes; baking for bake sales, cooking for fundraisers, buying, wrapping gifts. Thanks to all of you. A special thanks to Norma Puentes, who helps in every way possible.”

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H olidays are joyful times of festive cele-brations with family

and friends. And yet for many, that image is far from reality. Loss, loneli-ness, and nostalgia can make holidays difficult for many people. Some peo-ple dread the holidays in secret, and they feel guilty about it.

Quick Quiz

So, What Gives?

TT he very thought of the holiday season can send many into a

funk. Why? Holidays are often filled with memories that become glorified as time passes, linked to loved ones who are no longer in your life. Divorce, death and dis-tance are especially painful at this time. If you feel the holidays bear-ing down on you, you need to plan ahead.

This information is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or healthcare provider. Please consult your health care provider or EAP for advice about a personal concern or medical condition.

11 SSeett RReeaalliissttiicc EExxppeeccttaattiioonnss. Most holiday depression is

caused by unrealistic expectations. Will you be the receiver of holiday joy or the giver? Plan how to achieve that goal and keep your ex-pectations in mind, no matter what image is promoted by the media.

HolidaysMaking the

More Positive

Take the following quiz to see if you could fall victim to the holiday blues. If you answer “yes” to any of the questions, you may need the following tips.

Ten Steps

22 SSeett aa BBuuddggeett. How much money will you devote to this

holiday? Avoid going into debt that might make you feel guilty and de-pressed. Plan, shop sales, compro-mise and stick to your budget.

33 AAvvooiidd HHeeccttiicc SScchheedduulleess. Get enough rest. Sit down with fam-

ily and discuss your calendar. Choose and eliminate. Buy treats within budget instead of always baking and making.

44 RReeggrroouupp aanndd RReevviittaalliizzee.. Set aside time for your favorite holi-

day story or movie. Create your own holiday environment, one with new traditions that will sustain, nur-ture and calm you. Turn on lots of lights to fight the shorter days that can may prompt the blues.

55 MMaakkee PPllaannss.. GGeett SSttrruuccttuurree!! Check the newspaper for house

walks and community songfests. Plan your own party. Include those who’ve lost spouses or whose fami-lies are far away. Plan a fun post-holiday activity to look forward to later.

66 AAvvooiidd FFaammiillyy DDiiffffeerreenncceess. Heal past hurts through forgive-

ness or “letting go.” Share fun sto-ries of family members now gone. Build an oral history to pass down with love and appreciation.

77 HHeellpp TThhoossee LLeessss FFoorrttuunnaattee. Visit a nursing home or help a

less fortunate family. Volunteer at a shelter or soup kitchen. Make a list of blessings. Include challenges that may have built new strengths.

88 CCuullttiivvaattee SSppiirriittuuaalliittyy.. Recog-nize and explore your spiritual

beliefs during this season. Honor your customs and the beliefs behind them. Share and discuss them with family and friends.

99 AAvvooiidd EExxcceesssseess. Don’t eat or drink too much. Practice mod-

eration with holiday favorites. Stick with a healthy, high protein diet. Keep your blood sugar stable to avoid mood swings.

1100 WWhhaatt tthhee EEAAPP CCaann DDoo.. If these tips don’t help you feel

better about the anticipated stress brought about by the holiday sea-son, the EAP can help. The EAP will help you tackle the holiday blues and the empty feelings that you might be facing during this time of year. You don’t have to suffer in silence or alone. Although you may see and hear the excitement of oth-ers, we know that it may not be that way for you. Together we will help you devise a personal plan to cope with the present. We’ll help you capture the energy and excitement of the future as you face the coming New Year.

— Do you lack a support system to help you thrive instead of just surviving the holidays?

—Will you more likely experience stress and depression rather than a memorable holiday period?

— Does the thought of holiday celebrations and customs make you feel sad instead of excited?

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Stress is a part of life, a normal response to demands either emotional, intellectual, or physical. It can be positive if it keeps us alert, motivated, and ready to avoid danger. It can be negative if it becomes chronic, increasing the risk of diseases like depres-sion, heart disease and a variety of other problems. 

Managing stress is important to your health. And it isn't so very difficult to do.

How Does Stress Affect Health?The body's autonomic nervous system has a built-in stress response that causes physiological changes to allow the body to combat stressful situations. This stress response, also known as the "fight or flight response," is activated in case of an emergency. However, this response can become chronically activated during prolonged periods of stress, which can cause wear and tear on the body—both physical and emotional.

Stress that continues without relief can lead to a condition called distress —a negative stress reaction. Distress can disturb the body's internal balance or equilibrium, leading to physical symptoms such as headaches, an upset stomach, elevated blood pressure, chest pain, sexual dysfunction, and problems sleeping. Emotional problems can also result from distress. These prob-lems include depression, panic attacks, or other forms of anxiety and worry. Research suggests that stress also can bring on or worsen certain symptoms or diseases. Stress is linked to six of the leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents, cirrhosis of the liver, and suicide.Stress also becomes harmful when people engage in the com-pulsive use of substances or behaviors to try to relieve their stress. These substances or behaviors may include food, alco-hol, tobacco, drugs, gambling, sex, shopping, and the Internet. Rather than relieving the stress and returning the body to a relaxed state, these substances and compulsive behaviors tend to keep the body in a stressed state causing more problems. The distressed person becomes trapped in a vicious circle.

What Are the Warning Signs of Stress?Chronic stress can wear down the body's natural defenses, lead-ing to a variety of physical symptoms, including:• Dizziness or a general feeling of "being out of it"• General aches and pains• Grinding teeth, clenched jaw• Headaches• Indigestion or acid reflux symptoms• Increase in or loss of appetite• Muscle tension in neck, face or shoulders• Problems sleeping• Racing heart• Cold and sweaty palms• Tiredness, exhaustion• Trembling/shaking• Weight gain or loss• Upset stomach, diarrhea• Sexual difficulties• Irritability, impatience, forgetfulness 

Tips for Reducing StressPeople can learn to manage stress and lead happier, healthier lives. Here are some tips to help you keep stress at bay:• Keep a positive attitude.• Accept that there are events that you cannot control.• Be assertive instead of aggressive. Assert your feelings,

opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, defensive, or passive.

• Learn and practice relaxation techniques; try meditation, yoga, or tai-chi.

• Exercise regularly. Your body can fight stress better when it is fit.

• Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.• Learn to manage your time more effectively.• Set limits appropriately and say no to requests that would

create excessive stress in your life.• Make time for hobbies and interests.• Get enough rest and sleep. Your body needs time to recover

from stressful events.• Don't rely on alcohol, drugs, or food to reduce stress. Ease

up on caffeine, too.• Seek out social support. Spend enough time with those you

love.• Seek treatment with a psychologist or other mental health

professional trained in stress management or biofeedback techniques to learn more healthy ways of dealing with the stress in your life.

(http://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/tips-to-control-stress)

Tips to Manage StressSubmitted by Safety OfficeImage courtesy of thinkquest.org

Jose Jimenez 35 Years of Service

Lazaro Zaragoza 40 Years of Service

Army Achievement Medalsfor Civilian Service

Paul Gonzales

Jorge Aguilar, Natalie Flores, Howard Koch, Stephen Olinger, Sarah Robertson and Richard Stevenson are recognized for their development and expertise on CCAD’s internal

purchasing systems

Joe Sanchez and Tyler Kalo

Gilbert Rodriguez III

David Natividad

Vianey Castillo

Michael De Los Santos

Steven Klein

Mitchel Leal

Eric Quezada

Dalberto Casarez Jr.

Certificates of Achievement

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AWARDS & RECOGNITION

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After 36 years of federal service, vet-eran Edward Oliver retired from the Corpus Christi Army Depot. Thank you, Bubba, for your many years of dedicat-ed service, you will be missed around the depot.

Col. Lanceta and CCAD Deputy to the Commander, Kresten Cook, attended the meeting to present former Mayor Nelda Martinez the Army Aviation As-sociation of American (AAAA) Knight of the Honorable Order of Saint Mi-chael. The award includes an engraved medal, a signed certificate and a lapel pin.

Nineteen employees from the Directorate of Production Management (DPM) were recently recognized for completing all requirements for Production, Quality, and Manufacturing Level 1 certification, as outlined in the Defense Acquisition University certification course. These skills are critical, as they enable DPM to better understand the customer’s acquisition process and how the Depot fits into their overall weapon system maintenance strategy.

CCAD will be closed from 24 December 2016 through 2 January 2017, requiring 32 hours of scheduled leave from

Tuesday, 27 December 2016 through Friday, 30 December 2016.

Employees will return to normal duty schedules on Tuesday, 3 January 2017.

Exceptions to the closure are activities associated with scheduled plant maintenance only. Employees with insufficient leave can request leave without pay.

If and when feasible, CCAD will collapse to a one shift operation with differential pay the weeks of Christmas and New Year. Leave approval in the

week prior to and/or the week following the holidays depend on production schedules.

If you have questions regarding the holiday schedule, please contact your supervisor.

December - January 24 DEC 2016 - 2 JAN 2017

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