Combat Airlifter of the Week: Staff Sgt. Joshua Samons

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  • By Airman 1st Class Kristine M. Gruwell
  • 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Name and Rank: Staff Sgt. Joshua Samons

Unit: 189th Logistics Readiness Squadron

Duty title: Ground transportation specialist

Hometown: Cabot, Arkansas

Time in service: 6 years

Time at Little Rock: 5 years

Goals: Continue to gain rank and start a business and work for himself

Hobbies: Working out, enjoying time with friends and fixing up the house

Air Force Core Value portrayed: Service Before Self 

Why was the individual selected and how do they display the core value? He always ensures aircrew has a ride and priority aircraft parts are delivered even if it cuts into lunch or time off. He’s always on call for his Airmen and always has his wingman’s back.