First Knight

Published July 1, 2009
By 721st Security Forces Squadron

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Airman 1st Class Gregory Thomas was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen and civilians each week for the work they do every day.

Name: Airman 1st Class Gregory Thomas

Unit: Duty title: Security response force member

Hometown: Phoenix, Ariz.

Time in Service: 1 year, 6 months

Hobbies: Camping and softball

Favorite Music: Rock

Last good book read: "Fahrenheit 451," by Ray Bradbury

How has joining the Air Force impacted your life?
It has brought meaning and responsibility to my life.

If you were Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force for one day, how would you change the Air Force?
I would go back to ironing the uniforms because it looks very professional.

What's your favorite thing about being in the Air Force?
My favorite thing about being in the Air Force is the experiences you have and places you see.

What do you like most about being an Airman?
I like having more free time to hang out with my wife and my friends.

Why selected:
"Airman 1st Class Thomas symbolizes the Air Force core values. He has excelled at all of his security forces certifications, and balances his volunteerism within the Colorado Springs community. He actively volunteers for United States Air Force Academy events, Breast Cancer Survivors Day, Halloween Trail and the Colorado Springs Space Symposium." -- -Tech. Sgt. John Cooney, 721st Security Forces Squadron Flight Chief.