Eielson AFB recognizes 2026 Chief Master Sergeant Selects
U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Johnston, 354th Fighter Wing, commander, left, and Chief Master Sgt. Cheronica Blandburg, 354th FW command chief, right, present a certificate to Senior Master Sgt. Adam Smith, 353rd Combat Training Squadron senior enlisted leader, upon his selection to chief master sergeant at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, Jan. 6, 2026. At the rank of chief master sergeant, the Airmen assume the responsibility of being a senior enlisted advisor and developing purposeful strategies to lead Airmen with character and mission focus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mary Murray)