Soldiers with the Fort Sam Houston Caisson Section carry the flag-draped casket during an interment ceremony, Feb. 10, 2024, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tristin English.)

Army O-5 Exonerated in AR 15-6 for False Allegations of Bullying and Counterproductive Leadership

JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, TX--Over the last decade, there seems to have been a shift across the board in the military where alleged victims have gained so much power that many leaders are walking on eggshells. However, leadership tasks still must get done. Holding people accountable must still happen. Leading down and up is still a … Continue reading Army O-5 Exonerated in AR 15-6 for False Allegations of Bullying and Counterproductive Leadership

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall speaks with students and guests during the Senior Leader Orientation Course at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2024. The course provides training for newly selected brigadier generals and Senior Executive Service members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich.)

High-Visibility O-6 Full Acquittal at General Court-Martial of Domestic Violence Allegations

Joint Base Andrews, Maryland--Justice finally served in the National Capital Region (Military District of Washington), where an Air Force Colonel had been fighting for his freedom and future for years, after a bad breakup with his ex-wife. The Defense was a sight to see as the team of defense lawyers, paralegal, and defense investigator teamed … Continue reading High-Visibility O-6 Full Acquittal at General Court-Martial of Domestic Violence Allegations

A P-51 Mustang flies side by side with an F-16 Fighting Falcon over the crowd June 28, 2014, during the Warriors Over the Wasatch Air Show at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The Warriors Over the Wasatch air show was open to the public June 28 and 29. Events during the show include the U.S. Army parachute team, the Golden Knights; an F-16 attack demonstration by the 388th Fighter Wing and a precision air demonstration by the Thunderbirds. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Taylor Queen.)

IG Reprisal Investigation Against O-7 Unfounded

Hill Air Force Base, Utah--A common occurrence in the current Department of Defense environment is when leaders hold subordinates accountable, those leaders then get investigated for all sorts of false allegations. This is especially true for commanders. But the right to legal advise exists for commanders, too, and should be exercised. In this particular case, … Continue reading IG Reprisal Investigation Against O-7 Unfounded

U.S. Air Force airmen unveils the winning tail flash for 156th Airlift Wing, Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico, during the WC-130 Tail Flash Unveiling Ceremony in Hangar 1, March 6, 2016. Winning design was designed by Staff Sgt. Luis A. Morales, aircrew flight equipment of the 156th Operation Squadron. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Efrain Sanchez.)

Unsubstantiated Multiple Investigations on Guard Wing Commander Upholding Standards

Muñiz Air National Guard Base, Carolina, Puerto Rico--Following a devastating loss of life to the Puerto Rico Air National Guard, this Wing Commander client was charged with upholding standards and correcting culture issues within the wing that combined to result in a terrible trajedy. As often happens to commanders properly excercising their authorities, this client … Continue reading Unsubstantiated Multiple Investigations on Guard Wing Commander Upholding Standards

C-130 pilots prepare to land at Bagram Airfield following Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, visit with trainers assigned to the Train Advise Assist Comand - Air, at Kandahar Airfield March 22, 2018. The mission of TAAC-Air is to train, advise, and assist Afghan partners to develop a professional, capable, and sustainable air force. TAAC-Air leverages train, advise and assist activities in concert with strong personal relationships, to create professional Afghan Airmen capable of planning, leading, employing, and sustaining decisive airpower operations. (DoD Photo by Navy Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro.)

Air Force Colonel Retires at O-6 Despite Multiple Substantiated Adverse Actions

Bagram Air Base, Afghanistan--An Air Force flight surgeon (and former Navy pilot) saw his stellar career tumble in the last several years of active duty, when subordinates took to exaggerating real events in order to get back at the colonel for perceived slights against them. Unfortunately, due to unit personnel dynamics, this colonel had lost … Continue reading Air Force Colonel Retires at O-6 Despite Multiple Substantiated Adverse Actions