Senior Airman Darryus Jackson, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels facilities technician, removes a hose from an Oshkosh R-11 refueling unit at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, June 11, 2024. One R-11 can fill 3 to 4 F-16 Fighting Falcons. (Senior Airman James Johnson)
KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- Senior Airman Darryus Jackson, 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron fuels facilities technician, was recognized as Kunsan Air Base’s Pride of the Pack for the week of June 10-17.
Jackson has showcased exceptional professionalism and dedication, contributing significantly to the base’s mission.
He recently earned his National Petroleum Journeyman certification, an achievement that required five years of dedication and 84 education units. His expertise was instrumental in coordinating with four agencies for a seamless American Petroleum Institute inspection, and he developed new tank draw-down protocols. These protocols were also adopted by Osan Air Base’s fuels management flight, resulting in a cost savings of $30,000 and a reduction of 360 man-hours.
During the Beverly Pack 24-1 exercise, Jackson stepped up to a noncommissioned officer in charge position, ensuring the delivery of 271,000 gallons of fuel to support 240 sorties.
“The job can be stressful but I love hanging around my team,” said Jackson. , “We have a good community here and along with the work schedule it gives me a good balance.”
Congratulations to Senior Airman Darryus Jackson on being recognized as this week’s Pride of the Pack.
