Shaw visits 7th SWS
BEALE AFB, Calif. – Col. John Shaw, 21st Space Wing commander, starts a generator March 4 during a visit to the 7th Space Warning Squadron at Beale AFB, Calif. The generator powers the upgraded early warning radar which is responsible for tracking objects in space, missile warning and missile defense missions. The 7th SWS is one of the 21st Space Wing’s 23 geographically separated units. Shaw and Chief Master Sgt. Rich Redman, 21st SW command chief, spent two days touring 7th SWS facilities, and visiting with squadron members and community leaders. (U.S. Air Force photo/John Schwab)