Airmen Sworn-In at Air Show

Moments after being sworn in as a new enlistee in the Air Force, Nicholas Runck is congratulated by one of the many people who watched him and 62 others be sworn in as part of a ceremony at the Selfridge Air Show and Open House at Selfridge Air National Base, Mich. Aug. 20, 2011. Recruiters said the ceremony gave the public -- and the new Airmen's parents -- an opportunity to watch America's newest Airmen begin their service. (USAF photo by TSgt. David Kujawa)

Recruiters make goal

Published Sept. 30, 2011

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Ga -- Air Force Reserve Command recruiters reached their annual recruiting goal Sept. 22, when they recorded their 10,150th enlistment.

The 400 men and women who recruit worldwide for the command had until the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30 to reach the annual goal.

"This achievement is a testament to your enthusiasm and your commitment to excellence," said Col. Joe Wilburn, Reserve Recruiting Service commander, in congratulating his recruiters on making their goal. "I'm proud to serve with you."

Dominick Tami was the 10,150th person to join the Air Force Reserve. His enlistment was put in at 10:12 a.m. by Master Sgt.Randi Baum at Youngstown Air Reserve Station, Ohio.

Achieving the goal marks the 11th straight year the command recruiters have reached their annual target number for enlistments.