Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz presents a model of the C-130J Super Hercules to Indian Defense Minister A.K. Antony (center) at a ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-presents-a-model-of-the-129235811.html
RMHE75GK–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz presents a model of the C-130J Super Hercules to Indian Defense Minister A.K. Antony (center) at a ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and his wife Suzie cut the ribbon on the new Alaska Fisher House with key leaders at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Feb. 17, 2012. The Fisher House on JBER is already hosting a family and is the first Fisher House built in Alaska. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-and-his-wife-suzie-cut-43484905.html
RMCEMWC9–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and his wife Suzie cut the ribbon on the new Alaska Fisher House with key leaders at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Feb. 17, 2012. The Fisher House on JBER is already hosting a family and is the first Fisher House built in Alaska.
The Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during a ceremony August 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-schwartz-and-50260303.html
RMCWNFER–The Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during a ceremony August 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speaks to Airmen Feb. 16, 2012, during an Airmen's Call at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz talked about his vision for the Air Force and answered questions from Airmen. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-speaks-to-airmen-feb-43484884.html
RMCEMWBG–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speaks to Airmen Feb. 16, 2012, during an Airmen's Call at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz talked about his vision for the Air Force and answered questions from Airmen.
0901280696M-200 WASHINGTON (Jan. 28, 2009) President Barack Obama, with, from left, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs for their input on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. Navy Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/0901280696m-200-washington-jan-28-2009-president-barack-obama-with-from-left-gen-norton-schwartz-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-george-w-casey-us-army-chief-of-staff-gen-james-e-cartwright-vice-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-and-adm-mike-mullen-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-addresses-the-media-during-his-first-visit-to-the-pentagon-since-becoming-commander-in-chief-obama-and-vice-president-joe-biden-met-with-secretary-of-defense-robert-m-gates-and-all-the-service-chiefs-for-their-input-on-the-way-ahead-in-afghanistan-and-iraq-navy-image571060576.html
RM2T521GG–0901280696M-200 WASHINGTON (Jan. 28, 2009) President Barack Obama, with, from left, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs for their input on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. Navy
Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force Chief of Staff, taxis his MC-130E Talon I aircraft after a traditional spray down, July 12, 2012 at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The spray down was to celebrate General Schwartz's final flight of his Air Force career. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-schwartz-air-force-chief-of-staff-taxis-his-mc-130e-talon-49363425.html
RMCT8KFD–Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force Chief of Staff, taxis his MC-130E Talon I aircraft after a traditional spray down, July 12, 2012 at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The spray down was to celebrate General Schwartz's final flight of his Air Force career.
U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Benjamin Hedden, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa command chief, and Suzie Schwartz, wife of retired Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz, cheer on a member of Team US during the Invictus Games 2022, April 17, 2022, in The Hague, Netherlands. Team US has participated in the last three Invictus Games. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/us-air-force-chief-master-sgt-benjamin-hedden-us-air-forces-in-europe-and-air-forces-africa-command-chief-and-suzie-schwartz-wife-of-retired-chief-of-staff-of-the-air-force-gen-norton-schwartz-cheer-on-a-member-of-team-us-during-the-invictus-games-2022-april-17-2022-in-the-hague-netherlands-team-us-has-participated-in-the-last-three-invictus-games-image502970724.html
RM2M68884–U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Benjamin Hedden, U.S. Air Forces in Europe and Air Forces Africa command chief, and Suzie Schwartz, wife of retired Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz, cheer on a member of Team US during the Invictus Games 2022, April 17, 2022, in The Hague, Netherlands. Team US has participated in the last three Invictus Games.
Trey Powers and Lindsey Barry, grandchildren of U2 pilot Capt. Francis Gary Powers are awarded the Silver Star posthumously by Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz June 15, 2012 in the Pentagon. Capt. Powers was shot down over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960 while flying a classified U- Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-trey-powers-and-lindsey-barry-grandchildren-of-u2-pilot-capt-francis-40709590.html
RMCA6DDX–Trey Powers and Lindsey Barry, grandchildren of U2 pilot Capt. Francis Gary Powers are awarded the Silver Star posthumously by Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz June 15, 2012 in the Pentagon. Capt. Powers was shot down over the Soviet Union on May 1, 1960 while flying a classified U-
An HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter sits ready for action while on static display during the Air Force chief of staff transition ceremony Aug. 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force chief of staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-hh-60g-pave-hawk-helicopter-sits-ready-for-action-while-on-static-129285333.html
RMHE9CN9–An HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter sits ready for action while on static display during the Air Force chief of staff transition ceremony Aug. 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force chief of staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
U.S. Air Force Col. Leo K. Thosness (ret.), president, Congressional Medal of Honor Society speaks with U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force (left) and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff prior to a ceremony honoring the 150th anniversary of the Medal of Honor in the Hall of Heros at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. on March 25, 2011. (Department of Defense Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/us-air-force-col-leo-k-thosness-ret-president-congressional-medal-of-honor-society-speaks-with-us-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-chief-of-staff-us-air-force-left-and-us-navy-adm-mike-mullen-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-prior-to-a-ceremony-honoring-the-150th-anniversary-of-the-medal-of-honor-in-the-hall-of-heros-at-the-pentagon-in-washington-dc-on-march-25-2011-department-of-defense-image263292342.html
RMW8A01X–U.S. Air Force Col. Leo K. Thosness (ret.), president, Congressional Medal of Honor Society speaks with U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force (left) and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff prior to a ceremony honoring the 150th anniversary of the Medal of Honor in the Hall of Heros at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. on March 25, 2011. (Department of Defense
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz celebrates with friends after his 'hose down,' July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-celebrates-with-friends-129334212.html
RMHEBK30–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz celebrates with friends after his 'hose down,' July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, and U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, meet on the Falcon Stadium field prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-adm-mike-mullen-left-and-us-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-chief-of-staff-us-air-force-meet-on-the-falcon-stadium-field-prior-to-kickoff-of-the-us-air-force-academy-falcons-versus-the-us-naval-academy-midshipmen-football-game-in-colorado-springs-colo-the-falcons-defeated-the-midshipmen-14-6-image214277104.html
RMPCH4HM–Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, and U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, meet on the Falcon Stadium field prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6.
David Petraeus, commander, U.S. Central Command, and U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, during a dinner in h Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-david-petraeus-commander-us-central-command-and-us-air-force-chief-51657982.html
RMD0167X–David Petraeus, commander, U.S. Central Command, and U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, during a dinner in h
President Barack Obama meets with Defense Secretary Robert Gates and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the Oval Office, June 21, 2010. Pictured, clockwise from the President, are Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey, Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughhead, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton S. Schwartz, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James T. Conway, and Gen. James Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) This official White House photograph is bei Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/president-barack-obama-meets-with-defense-secretary-robert-gates-and-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-in-the-oval-office-june-21-2010-pictured-clockwise-from-the-president-are-army-chief-of-staff-gen-george-w-casey-jr-chief-of-naval-operations-admiral-gary-roughhead-chief-of-staff-of-the-air-force-gen-norton-s-schwartz-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-admiral-michael-mullen-commandant-of-the-marine-corps-gen-james-t-conway-and-gen-james-cartwright-vice-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-official-white-house-photo-by-pete-souza-this-official-white-house-photograph-is-bei-image443375233.html
RF2GN9DHN–President Barack Obama meets with Defense Secretary Robert Gates and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the Oval Office, June 21, 2010. Pictured, clockwise from the President, are Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey, Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughhead, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton S. Schwartz, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James T. Conway, and Gen. James Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. (Official White House Photo by Pete Souza) This official White House photograph is bei
111001FC670-081 ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 1, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, left, is presented with an Air Force jersey by Gen. Norton A. Schwartz after a football game where the midshipmen of the U.S. Naval Academy lost to the cadets of the U.S. Air Force Academy at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. Navy lost to Air Force with a score of 35-34 in overtime. Navy Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/111001fc670-081-annapolis-md-oct-1-2011-chief-of-naval-operations-cno-adm-jonathan-greenert-left-is-presented-with-an-air-force-jersey-by-gen-norton-a-schwartz-after-a-football-game-where-the-midshipmen-of-the-us-naval-academy-lost-to-the-cadets-of-the-us-air-force-academy-at-navy-marine-corps-memorial-stadium-in-annapolis-md-navy-lost-to-air-force-with-a-score-of-35-34-in-overtime-navy-image571059515.html
RM2T5206K–111001FC670-081 ANNAPOLIS, Md. (Oct. 1, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, left, is presented with an Air Force jersey by Gen. Norton A. Schwartz after a football game where the midshipmen of the U.S. Naval Academy lost to the cadets of the U.S. Air Force Academy at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. Navy lost to Air Force with a score of 35-34 in overtime. Navy
From right, U.S. President Barack Obama, Army Maj. Gen. Daniel V. Wright, Army Brig. Gen. Michael S. Repass, Army Command Sgt. Maj. Mario Vigil and Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz board a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during the dignified transfer of Army Sgt. Dale R. Griffin at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware on October 29, 2009. Griffin, who was assigned to 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 5th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, was killed in action on October 27, 2009, by a roadside bomb in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan. UPI/Jason Minto/U.S. Air Force Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/from-right-us-president-barack-obama-army-maj-gen-daniel-v-wright-army-brig-gen-michael-s-repass-army-command-sgt-maj-mario-vigil-and-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-board-a-c-17-globemaster-iii-aircraft-during-the-dignified-transfer-of-army-sgt-dale-r-griffin-at-dover-air-force-base-delaware-on-october-29-2009-griffin-who-was-assigned-to-1st-battalion-17th-infantry-regiment-5th-stryker-brigade-combat-team-2nd-infantry-division-was-killed-in-action-on-october-27-2009-by-a-roadside-bomb-in-the-kandahar-province-of-afghanistan-upijason-mintous-air-force-image258606806.html
RMW0MFHA–From right, U.S. President Barack Obama, Army Maj. Gen. Daniel V. Wright, Army Brig. Gen. Michael S. Repass, Army Command Sgt. Maj. Mario Vigil and Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz board a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft during the dignified transfer of Army Sgt. Dale R. Griffin at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware on October 29, 2009. Griffin, who was assigned to 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 5th Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, was killed in action on October 27, 2009, by a roadside bomb in the Kandahar province of Afghanistan. UPI/Jason Minto/U.S. Air Force
1010020696M-170 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 2, 2010) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, and U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, meet on the Falcon Stadium field prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6. Navy Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/1010020696m-170-colorado-springs-colo-oct-2-2010-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-adm-mike-mullen-left-and-us-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-chief-of-staff-us-air-force-meet-on-the-falcon-stadium-field-prior-to-kickoff-of-the-us-air-force-academy-falcons-versus-the-us-naval-academy-midshipmen-football-game-in-colorado-springs-colo-the-falcons-defeated-the-midshipmen-14-6-navy-image571059865.html
RM2T520K5–1010020696M-170 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 2, 2010) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, and U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, meet on the Falcon Stadium field prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6. Navy
President Barack Obama meets with Defense Secretary Robert Gates and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the Oval Office, June 21, 2010. Pictured, clockwise from the President, are Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey, Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughhead, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton S. Schwartz, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James T. Conway, and Gen. James Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/president-barack-obama-meets-with-defense-secretary-robert-gates-and-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-in-the-oval-office-june-21-2010-pictured-clockwise-from-the-president-are-army-chief-of-staff-gen-george-w-casey-jr-chief-of-naval-operations-admiral-gary-roughhead-chief-of-staff-of-the-air-force-gen-norton-s-schwartz-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-admiral-michael-mullen-commandant-of-the-marine-corps-gen-james-t-conway-and-gen-james-cartwright-vice-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-image406461334.html
RM2EH7WG6–President Barack Obama meets with Defense Secretary Robert Gates and the Joint Chiefs of Staff in the Oval Office, June 21, 2010. Pictured, clockwise from the President, are Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey, Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Gary Roughhead, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton S. Schwartz, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Admiral Michael Mullen, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James T. Conway, and Gen. James Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz prepares to taxi an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-prepares-to-taxi-an-mc-49363418.html
RMCT8KF6–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz prepares to taxi an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets Staff Sgt. Chris Bowerfind, who is assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron and a native of Eagle River, Alaska, during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz visited the 212th RS as part of his tour of the installation. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-meets-staff-sgt-chris-43484887.html
RMCEMWBK–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets Staff Sgt. Chris Bowerfind, who is assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron and a native of Eagle River, Alaska, during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz visited the 212th RS as part of his tour of the installation.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz addresses attendees of the Alaska Fisher House dedication ceremony on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Feb. 17, 2012. The Fisher House on JBER is already hosting a family and is the first Fisher House built in Alaska. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-addresses-attendees-of-43484909.html
RMCEMWCD–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz addresses attendees of the Alaska Fisher House dedication ceremony on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Feb. 17, 2012. The Fisher House on JBER is already hosting a family and is the first Fisher House built in Alaska.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz shakes hands with Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy, July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-shakes-hands-with-chief-129334213.html
RMHEBK31–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz shakes hands with Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Roy, July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force.
Gen. Norton Schwartz gives his remarks to a crowd assembled for the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-schwartz-gives-his-remarks-to-a-crowd-assembled-for-the-49963635.html
RMCW813F–Gen. Norton Schwartz gives his remarks to a crowd assembled for the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz takes a tour of the Traumatic Brain Injury section of the new Lynx wing of the hospital on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Feb. 17, 2012. Maj. Marisa Cook, TBI officer in charge, showed Schwartz the capabilities of the TBI section. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-takes-a-tour-of-the-traumatic-43484920.html
RMCEMWCT–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz takes a tour of the Traumatic Brain Injury section of the new Lynx wing of the hospital on Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Feb. 17, 2012. Maj. Marisa Cook, TBI officer in charge, showed Schwartz the capabilities of the TBI section.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz taxis an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft during a traditional “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-taxis-an-mc-130e-combat-49363448.html
RMCT8KG8–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz taxis an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft during a traditional “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force.
1010020696M-194 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 2, 2010) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, his wife, Deborah Mullen, and Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, participate in the coin toss at Falcon Stadium prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6. Navy Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/1010020696m-194-colorado-springs-colo-oct-2-2010-chairman-of-the-joint-chiefs-of-staff-adm-mike-mullen-left-his-wife-deborah-mullen-and-gen-norton-a-schwartz-chief-of-staff-us-air-force-participate-in-the-coin-toss-at-falcon-stadium-prior-to-kickoff-of-the-us-air-force-academy-falcons-versus-the-us-naval-academy-midshipmen-football-game-in-colorado-springs-colo-the-falcons-defeated-the-midshipmen-14-6-navy-image571059893.html
RM2T520M5–1010020696M-194 COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (Oct. 2, 2010) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Adm. Mike Mullen, left, his wife, Deborah Mullen, and Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, chief of staff, U.S. Air Force, participate in the coin toss at Falcon Stadium prior to kickoff of the U.S. Air Force Academy Falcons versus the U.S Naval Academy Midshipmen football game in Colorado Springs, Colo. The Falcons defeated the Midshipmen 14-6. Navy
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speaks to Col. Bryan Radcliff, 477th Fighter Group commander and Lt. Gen. Stephen Hoog, 11th Air Force commander, Feb. 16, 2012, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz talked about his vision for the Air Force and answered questions from Airmen. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-speaks-to-col-bryan-radcliff-43484892.html
RMCEMWBT–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speaks to Col. Bryan Radcliff, 477th Fighter Group commander and Lt. Gen. Stephen Hoog, 11th Air Force commander, Feb. 16, 2012, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz talked about his vision for the Air Force and answered questions from Airmen.
111102FC670-218 WASHINGTON (Nov. 2, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, second from left, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee. With Greenert are Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz and Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos. The military leaders testified about how future budgetary cuts could affect their readiness. The hearing was held by the committee to gather testimony as the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction considers trimming defense programs as part of i Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/111102fc670-218-washington-nov-2-2011-chief-of-naval-operations-cno-adm-jonathan-greenert-second-from-left-testifies-before-the-house-armed-services-committee-with-greenert-are-chief-of-staff-of-the-army-gen-raymond-t-odierno-chief-of-staff-of-the-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-and-commandant-of-the-marine-corps-gen-james-f-amos-the-military-leaders-testified-about-how-future-budgetary-cuts-could-affect-their-readiness-the-hearing-was-held-by-the-committee-to-gather-testimony-as-the-joint-select-committee-on-deficit-reduction-considers-trimming-defense-programs-as-part-of-i-image571059595.html
RM2T5209F–111102FC670-218 WASHINGTON (Nov. 2, 2011) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Jonathan Greenert, second from left, testifies before the House Armed Services Committee. With Greenert are Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. Raymond T. Odierno, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz and Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos. The military leaders testified about how future budgetary cuts could affect their readiness. The hearing was held by the committee to gather testimony as the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction considers trimming defense programs as part of i
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz celebrates with friends after his “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active duty officer. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-celebrates-with-friends-49363441.html
RMCT8KG1–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz celebrates with friends after his “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active duty officer. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force.
President Barack Obama, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Daniel V. Wright, Army Brig. Gen. Michael S. Repass, Army Command Sgt. Maj. Mario Vigil, Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, U.S. Attorney Gen. Eric Holder, DEA Acting Administrator Michele M. Leonhart, Kevin Ohlson, chief of staff for the U.S. Attorney General, and Air Force Col. Robert H. Edmondson render honors as a team of Soldiers carry the remains of Sgt. Dale R. Griffin during a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware on October 29, 2009. Griffin, who was assigned to 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 5th Stryker Briga Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/president-barack-obama-us-army-maj-gen-daniel-v-wright-army-brig-gen-michael-s-repass-army-command-sgt-maj-mario-vigil-air-force-gen-norton-a-schwartz-us-attorney-gen-eric-holder-dea-acting-administrator-michele-m-leonhart-kevin-ohlson-chief-of-staff-for-the-us-attorney-general-and-air-force-col-robert-h-edmondson-render-honors-as-a-team-of-soldiers-carry-the-remains-of-sgt-dale-r-griffin-during-a-dignified-transfer-ceremony-at-dover-air-force-base-delaware-on-october-29-2009-griffin-who-was-assigned-to-1st-battalion-17th-infantry-regiment-5th-stryker-briga-image258606811.html
RMW0MFHF–President Barack Obama, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Daniel V. Wright, Army Brig. Gen. Michael S. Repass, Army Command Sgt. Maj. Mario Vigil, Air Force Gen. Norton A. Schwartz, U.S. Attorney Gen. Eric Holder, DEA Acting Administrator Michele M. Leonhart, Kevin Ohlson, chief of staff for the U.S. Attorney General, and Air Force Col. Robert H. Edmondson render honors as a team of Soldiers carry the remains of Sgt. Dale R. Griffin during a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base, Delaware on October 29, 2009. Griffin, who was assigned to 1st Battalion, 17th Infantry Regiment, 5th Stryker Briga
Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III enter the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-schwartz-and-gen-mark-a-welsh-iii-enter-the-air-force-chief-49963647.html
RMCW813Y–Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III enter the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
U.S. President Barack Obama shakes hands with Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Army Chief of Staff, during the dedication of the Abraham Lincoln Hall at the National Defense University at Ft. McNair in Washington on March 12, 2009. At left is Commandant USMC Gen. James Conway and at right is Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz. (UPI Photo/Roger L. Wollenberg) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/us-president-barack-obama-shakes-hands-with-gen-george-w-casey-jr-army-chief-of-staff-during-the-dedication-of-the-abraham-lincoln-hall-at-the-national-defense-university-at-ft-mcnair-in-washington-on-march-12-2009-at-left-is-commandant-usmc-gen-james-conway-and-at-right-is-air-force-chief-of-staff-general-norton-schwartz-upi-photoroger-l-wollenberg-image258480938.html
RMW0ER22–U.S. President Barack Obama shakes hands with Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Army Chief of Staff, during the dedication of the Abraham Lincoln Hall at the National Defense University at Ft. McNair in Washington on March 12, 2009. At left is Commandant USMC Gen. James Conway and at right is Air Force Chief of Staff General Norton Schwartz. (UPI Photo/Roger L. Wollenberg)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz embraces Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-embraces-gen-mark-a-welsh-49963699.html
RMCW815R–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz embraces Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Gen. Norton Schwartz relinquishes the Chief of Staff guidon to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley during a ceremony recognizing his retirement at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Immediately following the retirement acknowledgement, Gen. Mark A. Welsh III was appointed the 20th Air Force Chief of Staff. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-schwartz-relinquishes-the-chief-of-staff-guidon-to-secretary-49963681.html
RMCW8155–Gen. Norton Schwartz relinquishes the Chief of Staff guidon to Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley during a ceremony recognizing his retirement at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Immediately following the retirement acknowledgement, Gen. Mark A. Welsh III was appointed the 20th Air Force Chief of Staff. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz returns salutes from the 1st Special Operations Wing Base Honor Guard July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. Schwartz visited the base to meet with Air Force Special Operations Command leaders and Airmen. During the visit, he flew his last flight as an active duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-returns-salutes-from-49363415.html
RMCT8KF3–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz returns salutes from the 1st Special Operations Wing Base Honor Guard July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. Schwartz visited the base to meet with Air Force Special Operations Command leaders and Airmen. During the visit, he flew his last flight as an active duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz gets “hosed down” by his wife Suzie July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active duty officer. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-gets-hosed-down-by-his-49363434.html
RMCT8KFP–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz gets “hosed down” by his wife Suzie July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla., following his last flight as an active duty officer. The MC-130E Combat Talon I crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz’s “fini flight” in the Air Force.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz hugs a member of the Soundside Club staff at Hurlburt Field, Fla., July 12, 2012. Schwartz visited the base to meet with Air Force Special Operations Command leaders and airmen. During the visit, he flew his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-hugs-a-member-of-the-129334211.html
RMHEBK2Y–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz hugs a member of the Soundside Club staff at Hurlburt Field, Fla., July 12, 2012. Schwartz visited the base to meet with Air Force Special Operations Command leaders and airmen. During the visit, he flew his last flight as an active-duty officer on an MC-130E Combat Talon I. The MC-130E crew conducted a local training sortie during the mission. It also served as Schwartz's 'fini flight' in the Air Force.
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy shakes hands with Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz. Roy personally advises Schwartz on enlisted matters, and the two share a close relationship. Schwartz recently said he relies on Roy's knowledge, experience and unfiltered advice to ensure the Air Force's enlisted force remains the best in the world. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-chief-master-sgt-of-the-air-force-james-a-roy-shakes-hands-with-chief-95644359.html
RMFFGY9Y–Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy shakes hands with Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz. Roy personally advises Schwartz on enlisted matters, and the two share a close relationship. Schwartz recently said he relies on Roy's knowledge, experience and unfiltered advice to ensure the Air Force's enlisted force remains the best in the world.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets Staff Sgt. Chris Bowerfind, who is assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron and a native of Eagle River, Alaska, during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz visited the 212th RS as part of his tour of the installation. Staff Sgt. Sheila deVera) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-meets-staff-sgt-chris-129288347.html
RMHE9GGY–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets Staff Sgt. Chris Bowerfind, who is assigned to the 212th Rescue Squadron and a native of Eagle River, Alaska, during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska. Schwartz visited the 212th RS as part of his tour of the installation. Staff Sgt. Sheila deVera)
Gen. Norton A. Schwartz August 12, 2008 – August 10, 2012 General Norton A. Schwartz was confirmed as the nineteenth Chief of Staff at a time of intense operational activity and organizational change. In addition to sustaining ongoing missions in Afghanistan and Iraq, under his leadership the Air Force met emerging challenges such as Operation ODYSSEY DAWN, the U.N. combat operation over Libya; and Operation TOMODACHI, the humanitarian assistance mission in the wake of the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami. Early in his tenure, General Schwartz launched the reinvigoration of the nuclear e Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-a-schwartz-august-12-2008-august-10-2012-general-norton-95645010.html
RMFFH056–Gen. Norton A. Schwartz August 12, 2008 – August 10, 2012 General Norton A. Schwartz was confirmed as the nineteenth Chief of Staff at a time of intense operational activity and organizational change. In addition to sustaining ongoing missions in Afghanistan and Iraq, under his leadership the Air Force met emerging challenges such as Operation ODYSSEY DAWN, the U.N. combat operation over Libya; and Operation TOMODACHI, the humanitarian assistance mission in the wake of the 2011 Japan earthquake and tsunami. Early in his tenure, General Schwartz launched the reinvigoration of the nuclear e
First Lt. Bernard Conrad, 332nd Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, and Maj. James Buessing, 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, give Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz a close-up look at a Guided Bomb Unit-54 Laser/GPS guided munition attached to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Nov. 18, 2011. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-first-lt-bernard-conrad-332nd-expeditionary-aircraft-maintenance-squadron-129288321.html
RMHE9GG1–First Lt. Bernard Conrad, 332nd Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, and Maj. James Buessing, 79th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, give Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz a close-up look at a Guided Bomb Unit-54 Laser/GPS guided munition attached to an F-16 Fighting Falcon at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Nov. 18, 2011.
Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz gets hosed down by his wife, Suzie, July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/chief-of-staff-of-the-us-air-force-gen-norton-schwartz-gets-hosed-image69727386.html
RME1C9YP–Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz gets hosed down by his wife, Suzie, July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field,
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Dec. 3, 2010, in Washington, D.C. General Schwartz, his fellow service chiefs and the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff testified on the recently released Comprehensive Review Working Group report, which addresses the potential repeal of the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' law. Scott M. Ash) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-testifies-before-the-129290200.html
RMHE9JY4–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Dec. 3, 2010, in Washington, D.C. General Schwartz, his fellow service chiefs and the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff testified on the recently released Comprehensive Review Working Group report, which addresses the potential repeal of the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' law. Scott M. Ash)
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-and-us-air-force-band-perform-a-pass-49963361.html
RMCW80NN–The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard performs a pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-performs-a-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-49963709.html
RMCW8165–The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard performs a pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-flights-from-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-49963727.html
RMCW816R–Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe
Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz conduct a joint press briefing at t Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/secretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-and-air-force-chief-of-staff-image69837414.html
RME1HA9A–Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz conduct a joint press briefing at t
Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz presents Trey Powers and Lindsey Berry a Silver Star posthumously awarded Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/chief-of-staff-of-the-air-force-gen-norton-schwartz-presents-trey-image69840163.html
RME1HDRF–Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz presents Trey Powers and Lindsey Berry a Silver Star posthumously awarded
President of the United States Barack Obama, flanked by Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; U.S. Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief, Jan. 28, 2009. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs getting their inputs on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. Mass Commu Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-president-of-the-united-states-barack-obama-flanked-by-gen-norton-80390192.html
RMEJP2E8–President of the United States Barack Obama, flanked by Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; U.S. Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief, Jan. 28, 2009. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs getting their inputs on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. Mass Commu
Fado, 525th Fighter Squadron 'deputy commander,' rests while Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz talks to senior leadership during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 16, 2012. Fado has been the squadron mascot since 2007 when 525 FS was activated. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-fado-525th-fighter-squadron-deputy-commander-rests-while-air-force-43484888.html
RMCEMWBM–Fado, 525th Fighter Squadron 'deputy commander,' rests while Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz talks to senior leadership during his visit at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Feb. 16, 2012. Fado has been the squadron mascot since 2007 when 525 FS was activated.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz taxis an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft during a traditional “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-taxis-an-mc-130e-combat-49363452.html
RMCT8KGC–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz taxis an MC-130E Combat Talon I aircraft during a traditional “hose down” July 12, 2012, at Hurlburt Field, Fla. The mission was Schwartz’s last flight as an active duty officer and served as his “fini flight” in the Air Force.
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta congratulates Gen. Norton Schwartz on retirement during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served as Air Force Chief of Staff for four years and was succeeded by Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Welsh previously commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-defense-leon-panetta-congratulates-gen-norton-schwartz-49963595.html
RMCW8123–Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta congratulates Gen. Norton Schwartz on retirement during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served as Air Force Chief of Staff for four years and was succeeded by Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Welsh previously commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Dec. 3, 2010, in Washington, D.C. General Schwartz, his fellow service chiefs and the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff testified on the recently released Comprehensive Review Working Group report, which addresses the potential repeal of the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' law. Scott M. Ash) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-testifies-before-the-129290201.html
RMHE9JY5–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz testifies before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Dec. 3, 2010, in Washington, D.C. General Schwartz, his fellow service chiefs and the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff testified on the recently released Comprehensive Review Working Group report, which addresses the potential repeal of the 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' law. Scott M. Ash)
090128-N-0696M-200 WASHINGTON (Jan. 28, 2009) President Barack Obama, with, from left, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs for their input on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass C Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-090128-n-0696m-200-washington-jan-28-2009-president-barack-obama-with-130267008.html
RMHFX4W4–090128-N-0696M-200 WASHINGTON (Jan. 28, 2009) President Barack Obama, with, from left, Gen. Norton Schwartz, Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs for their input on the way ahead in Afghanistan and Iraq. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass C
An HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter sits ready for action while on static display during the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony on Aug. 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-hh-60g-pave-hawk-helicopter-sits-ready-for-action-while-on-static-49963357.html
RMCW80NH–An HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter sits ready for action while on static display during the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony on Aug. 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
090128-N-0696M-200 President of the United States Barack Obama, flanked by Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; U.S. Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief, Jan. 28, 2009. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs getting their inputs on the way ahead in Afghanistan an Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-090128-n-0696m-200-president-of-the-united-states-barack-obama-flanked-129995510.html
RMHFDPGP–090128-N-0696M-200 President of the United States Barack Obama, flanked by Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Air Force chief of staff; Gen. George W. Casey, U.S. Army chief of staff; U.S. Marine Gen. James E. Cartwright, vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and U.S. Navy Adm. Mike Mullen, chairman of the joint chiefs of staff, addresses the media during his first visit to the Pentagon since becoming commander-in-chief, Jan. 28, 2009. Obama and Vice President Joe Biden met with Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates and all the service chiefs getting their inputs on the way ahead in Afghanistan an
Prominent Afghan women from Kabul, Kapisa and Parwan provinces discuss women affairs in Afghanistan with Suzie Schwartz, wife of Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Transportation Command commander. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-prominent-afghan-women-from-kabul-kapisa-and-parwan-provinces-discuss-129280756.html
RMHE96WT–Prominent Afghan women from Kabul, Kapisa and Parwan provinces discuss women affairs in Afghanistan with Suzie Schwartz, wife of Gen. Norton Schwartz, U.S. Transportation Command commander.
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, left, and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. Senior Airman Ashley Wood Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-us-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-left-and-gen-hasan-129315388.html
RMHEAR2M–U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, left, and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. Senior Airman Ashley Wood
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, left, and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. Senior Airman Ashley Wood Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-us-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-left-and-gen-hasan-129300609.html
RMHEA46W–U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, left, and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. Senior Airman Ashley Wood
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz talks to members of the Afghan Air Force during a visit to the English immersion lab known as 'Thunder Lab' in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Jan.18, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rob Leese) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-talks-to-members-of-the-129340858.html
RMHEBYGA–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz talks to members of the Afghan Air Force during a visit to the English immersion lab known as 'Thunder Lab' in Kabul, Afghanistan, on Jan.18, 2011. (U.S. Air Force photo/Capt. Rob Leese)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets with Airmen during the C-130J Super Hercules induction ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-meets-with-airmen-during-129235808.html
RMHE75GG–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz meets with Airmen during the C-130J Super Hercules induction ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet.
The award of the 'Cross of the Air Force to the Aeronautical Merit degree Grand Cross' was presented by the Columbian Air Force chief of staff to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz June 15, 2010 in Washington, D.C. The award was presented to General Schwartz during 'Conference of Chiefs of American Air Forces' (CONJEFAMER). Scott M. Ash) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-award-of-the-cross-of-the-air-force-to-the-aeronautical-merit-129286335.html
RMHE9E13–The award of the 'Cross of the Air Force to the Aeronautical Merit degree Grand Cross' was presented by the Columbian Air Force chief of staff to Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz June 15, 2010 in Washington, D.C. The award was presented to General Schwartz during 'Conference of Chiefs of American Air Forces' (CONJEFAMER). Scott M. Ash)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz sits with U.S. Ambassador to India Timothy J. Roemer (right) during the C-130J Super Hercules induction ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-sits-with-us-ambassador-129235813.html
RMHE75GN–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz sits with U.S. Ambassador to India Timothy J. Roemer (right) during the C-130J Super Hercules induction ceremony at Hindon Air Force Station near New Delhi, India, on Feb. 5, 2011. The Indian Air Force inducted the first of six C-130Js aircraft into its mobility fleet.
An Air Force Public Affairs Agency photographer uses a 600 mm lens to document the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony on Aug, 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-air-force-public-affairs-agency-photographer-uses-a-600-mm-lens-49963376.html
RMCW80P8–An Air Force Public Affairs Agency photographer uses a 600 mm lens to document the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony on Aug, 10, 2012 at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
Staff Sgt. Robert Gutierrez Jr., Air Force Special Operations Command combat controller, during a deployment to Afghanistan. Gutierrez was awarded the Air Force Cross, announced by Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz Sept. 20, 2011 at the Air Force Association convention in Washington D.C. (Courtesy of U.S. Air Force photo) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-staff-sgt-robert-gutierrez-jr-air-force-special-operations-command-129337075.html
RMHEBPN7–Staff Sgt. Robert Gutierrez Jr., Air Force Special Operations Command combat controller, during a deployment to Afghanistan. Gutierrez was awarded the Air Force Cross, announced by Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz Sept. 20, 2011 at the Air Force Association convention in Washington D.C. (Courtesy of U.S. Air Force photo)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz answers questions during an interview April 15 with Lara Logan from '60 Minutes.' During the discussion, General Schwartz spoke about the capabilities of the unmanned aircraft system and its significant impact to the mission. The interview is part of a broadcast that will air May 10. (U.S. Force photo/Master Sgt. Stan Parker) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-answers-questions-during-129298945.html
RMHEA23D–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz answers questions during an interview April 15 with Lara Logan from '60 Minutes.' During the discussion, General Schwartz spoke about the capabilities of the unmanned aircraft system and its significant impact to the mission. The interview is part of a broadcast that will air May 10. (U.S. Force photo/Master Sgt. Stan Parker)
(From left) Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz unveil the new Pentagon Hall of Heroes wall panel adding Chief Etchberger's name during an induction ceremony Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-from-left-chief-master-sgt-of-the-air-force-james-a-roy-secretary-129284894.html
RMHE9C5J–(From left) Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz unveil the new Pentagon Hall of Heroes wall panel adding Chief Etchberger's name during an induction ceremony Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya)
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-and-us-air-force-band-perform-a-pass-49963370.html
RMCW80P2–The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
(From left) Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy and Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, stand for the playing of the national anthem during the Pentagon Hall of Heroes induction ceremony honoring Chief Etchberger Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-from-left-secretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-air-force-chief-129284893.html
RMHE9C5H–(From left) Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy and Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, stand for the playing of the national anthem during the Pentagon Hall of Heroes induction ceremony honoring Chief Etchberger Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz passes the Air Force Global Strike Command guidon to Lt. Gen. Frank G. Klotz, commander, during the activation ceremony of the major command Aug. 7 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. The AFGSC will provide combat ready forces to conduct strategic nuclear deterrence and global strike operations in support of combatant commanders. Senior Airman Alexandra M. Longfellow) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-passes-the-air-force-129299612.html
RMHEA2Y8–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz passes the Air Force Global Strike Command guidon to Lt. Gen. Frank G. Klotz, commander, during the activation ceremony of the major command Aug. 7 at Barksdale Air Force Base, La. The AFGSC will provide combat ready forces to conduct strategic nuclear deterrence and global strike operations in support of combatant commanders. Senior Airman Alexandra M. Longfellow)
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speak at the Brookings Institute about the Air-Sea Battle concept. The Air-Sea Battle concept addresses Anti-Access/Area Denial through joint naval and air integration across warfare domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor) Speaking about Air-Sea Battle concept 120516-N-WL435-046 Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-chief-of-naval-operations-adm-jonathan-greenert-and-air-force-chief-129711614.html
RMHF0TDJ–Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speak at the Brookings Institute about the Air-Sea Battle concept. The Air-Sea Battle concept addresses Anti-Access/Area Denial through joint naval and air integration across warfare domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor) Speaking about Air-Sea Battle concept 120516-N-WL435-046
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-and-us-air-force-band-perform-a-pass-49963383.html
RMCW80PF–The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard and U.S. Air Force Band perform a pass and review Aug. 10, 2012, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. for the Air Force Chief of Staff transition ceremony. During the ceremony, Gen. Norton Schwartz retired from active duty and passed on the duty of Air Force Chief of Staff to Gen. Mark A. Welsh III.
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speak at the Brookings Institute about the Air-Sea Battle concept. The Air-Sea Battle concept addresses Anti-Access/Area Denial through joint naval and air integration across warfare domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor) Speaking about Air-Sea Battle concept 120516-N-WL435-046 Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-chief-of-naval-operations-adm-jonathan-greenert-and-air-force-chief-129982842.html
RMHFD6CA–Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Jonathan Greenert and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz speak at the Brookings Institute about the Air-Sea Battle concept. The Air-Sea Battle concept addresses Anti-Access/Area Denial through joint naval and air integration across warfare domains. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Peter D. Lawlor) Speaking about Air-Sea Battle concept 120516-N-WL435-046
(From left) Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz display a framed copy of Chief Etchberger's Medal of Honor citation during a Pentagon Hall of Heroes induction ceremony Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-from-left-chief-master-sgt-of-the-air-force-james-a-roy-secretary-129284895.html
RMHE9C5K–(From left) Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley, Cory Etchberger, son of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sgt. Richard L. Etchberger, and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz display a framed copy of Chief Etchberger's Medal of Honor citation during a Pentagon Hall of Heroes induction ceremony Sept. 22, 2010, in the Pentagon. Andy Morataya)
Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, presents the Air Force Cross to Staff Sgt. Robert Gutierrez, Special Tactics and Training Squadron combat controller, during a ceremony at Hurlburt Field, Fla., Oct. 27, 2011. Sergeant Gutierrez was awarded the Air Force Cross, the second highest military decoration, for displaying extraordinary heroism in combat while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Staff Sgt. Sharida Jackson) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-gen-norton-schwartz-chief-of-staff-of-the-us-air-force-presents-the-129299027.html
RMHEA26B–Gen. Norton Schwartz, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, presents the Air Force Cross to Staff Sgt. Robert Gutierrez, Special Tactics and Training Squadron combat controller, during a ceremony at Hurlburt Field, Fla., Oct. 27, 2011. Sergeant Gutierrez was awarded the Air Force Cross, the second highest military decoration, for displaying extraordinary heroism in combat while deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. Staff Sgt. Sharida Jackson)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz presents Staff Sgt. Zachary Rhyner a Purple Heart March 10 at Pope Air Force Base, N.C. Sergeant Rhyner of the 21st Special Tactics Squadron received the medal and the Air Force Cross for uncommon valor during Operation Enduring Freedom for his actions during an intense 6.5-hour battle in Shok Valley, Afghanistan, April 6, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-presents-staff-sgt-zachary-129333830.html
RMHEBJHA–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz presents Staff Sgt. Zachary Rhyner a Purple Heart March 10 at Pope Air Force Base, N.C. Sergeant Rhyner of the 21st Special Tactics Squadron received the medal and the Air Force Cross for uncommon valor during Operation Enduring Freedom for his actions during an intense 6.5-hour battle in Shok Valley, Afghanistan, April 6, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo)
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz (left) and Gen. Bruce Carlson (right) congratulate Gen. Donald Hoffman, who became the seventh commander of Air Force Materiel Command during a change-of-command ceremony Nov. 21. General Hoffman succeeds General Carlson, who is retiring almost 38 years of service. The event took place inside the National Museum of the United States Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Ben Strasser) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-left-and-gen-bruce-carlson-129234037.html
RMHE7399–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz (left) and Gen. Bruce Carlson (right) congratulate Gen. Donald Hoffman, who became the seventh commander of Air Force Materiel Command during a change-of-command ceremony Nov. 21. General Hoffman succeeds General Carlson, who is retiring almost 38 years of service. The event took place inside the National Museum of the United States Air Force at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. Ben Strasser)
Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley speaks to the audience during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies honoring Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III at Joint Base, Andrews, on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-speaks-to-the-audience-during-49963669.html
RMCW814N–Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley speaks to the audience during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies honoring Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III at Joint Base, Andrews, on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe
This undated handout photo provided by the US Air Force shows Capt. Barry F. Crawford Jr. There's multitasking. And then there's extreme, hair-raising multitasking, which is what Crawford accomplished in Afghanistan to earn the Air Force's highest honor. Much of what Crawford did wasn't even his job to do. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz will award the Air Force Cross to Crawford in a Pentagon ceremony Thursday for his 'extraordinary heroism' in a battle with Taliban insurgents on May 4, 2010. (AP Photo/USAF) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-this-undated-handout-photo-provided-by-the-us-air-force-shows-capt-129337321.html
RMHEBR21–This undated handout photo provided by the US Air Force shows Capt. Barry F. Crawford Jr. There's multitasking. And then there's extreme, hair-raising multitasking, which is what Crawford accomplished in Afghanistan to earn the Air Force's highest honor. Much of what Crawford did wasn't even his job to do. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz will award the Air Force Cross to Crawford in a Pentagon ceremony Thursday for his 'extraordinary heroism' in a battle with Taliban insurgents on May 4, 2010. (AP Photo/USAF)
FFSecretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz pay their respects Oct. 3, 2011, at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., during the full-honors funeral of retired Maj. Gen. John Alison. Alison was a war hero and founding father of the Air ForceÕs special operations forces, having served with the Flying TigersÕ 75th Fighter Squadron and the 1st Air Commando Group during World War II. Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-ffsecretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-and-air-force-chief-of-78709053.html
RMEG1E5H–FFSecretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz pay their respects Oct. 3, 2011, at Arlington National Cemetery, Va., during the full-honors funeral of retired Maj. Gen. John Alison. Alison was a war hero and founding father of the Air ForceÕs special operations forces, having served with the Flying TigersÕ 75th Fighter Squadron and the 1st Air Commando Group during World War II. Tech. Sgt. Raymond Mills
Betty Wall Strohfus, a Women Airforce Service Pilot from Minnesota, talks with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz at the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony at the Capitol March 10, 2010. More than 200 WASPs attended the event, many of them wearing their World War II-era uniforms. The audience, which Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted was one of the largest ever in the Capitol and too large to fit into Emancipation Hall, also included their families, as well as the families of those who have since died or couldn't travel. Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-betty-wall-strohfus-a-women-airforce-service-pilot-from-minnesota-129281532.html
RMHE97WG–Betty Wall Strohfus, a Women Airforce Service Pilot from Minnesota, talks with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz at the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony at the Capitol March 10, 2010. More than 200 WASPs attended the event, many of them wearing their World War II-era uniforms. The audience, which Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted was one of the largest ever in the Capitol and too large to fit into Emancipation Hall, also included their families, as well as the families of those who have since died or couldn't travel. Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski)
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard display guidons during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. The ceremony acknowledged the appointment of Gen. Mark A. Welsh III as the new Chief of Staff and the retirement of Gen. Norton Schwartz. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-us-air-force-honor-guard-display-guidons-during-the-air-force-chief-49963639.html
RMCW813K–U.S. Air Force Honor Guard display guidons during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. The ceremony acknowledged the appointment of Gen. Mark A. Welsh III as the new Chief of Staff and the retirement of Gen. Norton Schwartz. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader.
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta presents Suzie Schwartz, wife of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, with the Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award, as Schwartz applauds during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-defense-leon-panetta-presents-suzie-schwartz-wife-of-49963694.html
RMCW815J–Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta presents Suzie Schwartz, wife of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, with the Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award, as Schwartz applauds during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader.
Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley speaks to the audience during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies honoring Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-speaks-to-the-audience-during-49963679.html
RMCW8153–Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley speaks to the audience during the Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies honoring Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Mark A. Welsh III at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Betty Wall Strohfus, a Women Airforce Service Pilot from Minnesota, talks with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz at the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony at the Capitol March 10, 2010. More than 200 WASPs attended the event, many of them wearing their World War II-era uniforms. The audience, which Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted was one of the largest ever in the Capitol and too large to fit into Emancipation Hall, also included their families, as well as the families of those who have since died or couldn't travel. Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-betty-wall-strohfus-a-women-airforce-service-pilot-from-minnesota-129281533.html
RMHE97WH–Betty Wall Strohfus, a Women Airforce Service Pilot from Minnesota, talks with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz at the Congressional Gold Medal ceremony at the Capitol March 10, 2010. More than 200 WASPs attended the event, many of them wearing their World War II-era uniforms. The audience, which Speaker Nancy Pelosi noted was one of the largest ever in the Capitol and too large to fit into Emancipation Hall, also included their families, as well as the families of those who have since died or couldn't travel. Staff Sgt. J.G. Buzanowski)
French Air Force Maj. Guillaume Vernet stands at attention after receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz on July 13, 2011, at the Lafayette Escadrille Memorial in Marnes-la-Coquette, France. Vernet was awarded the decoration for repeatedly flying into hostile territory in December 2009 while deployed to Afghanistan as an exchange officer with the 41st Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. During that mission, Vernet rescued an urgent casualty whose injury put the lives of 160 British soldiers in jeopardy. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-french-air-force-maj-guillaume-vernet-stands-at-attention-after-receiving-129300225.html
RMHEA3N5–French Air Force Maj. Guillaume Vernet stands at attention after receiving the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor from Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz on July 13, 2011, at the Lafayette Escadrille Memorial in Marnes-la-Coquette, France. Vernet was awarded the decoration for repeatedly flying into hostile territory in December 2009 while deployed to Afghanistan as an exchange officer with the 41st Rescue Squadron at Moody Air Force Base, Ga. During that mission, Vernet rescued an urgent casualty whose injury put the lives of 160 British soldiers in jeopardy.
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Lt. Col. Robert Edmondson read the inscription of the plaque unveiled during a dedication ceremony for the Center for Families of the Fallen Jan. 6, 2010, at Dover Air Force Base, Del. The 6,000 square foot facility, created by renovating a former base supply store, will provide a comfortable waiting and grieving area for families of fallen servicemembers who come to witness the dignified transfer of their remains. Colonel Edmonsdson is the commander Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Center. Master Sgt. Stan Parker) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-and-lt-col-robert-edmondson-129284875.html
RMHE9C4Y–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Lt. Col. Robert Edmondson read the inscription of the plaque unveiled during a dedication ceremony for the Center for Families of the Fallen Jan. 6, 2010, at Dover Air Force Base, Del. The 6,000 square foot facility, created by renovating a former base supply store, will provide a comfortable waiting and grieving area for families of fallen servicemembers who come to witness the dignified transfer of their remains. Colonel Edmonsdson is the commander Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations Center. Master Sgt. Stan Parker)
Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta awards Suzie Schwartz, wife of former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, with the Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award, on the occasion of Schwartz' retirement during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served as Air Force Chief of Staff for four years and was succeeded by Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Welsh previously commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-defense-leon-panetta-awards-suzie-schwartz-wife-of-former-49963602.html
RMCW812A–Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta awards Suzie Schwartz, wife of former Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, with the Air Force Distinguished Public Service Award, on the occasion of Schwartz' retirement during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served as Air Force Chief of Staff for four years and was succeeded by Gen. Mark A. Welsh III. Welsh previously commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Staff Sgt. Zachary Rhyner addresses the crowd after receiving the Air Force Cross and a Purple Heart as Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz March 10 at Pope Air Force Base, N.C. Sergeant Rhyner of the 21st Special Tactics Squadron received the medals for uncommon valor during Operation Enduring Freedom for his actions during an intense 6.5-hour battle in Shok Valley, Afghanistan, April 6, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-staff-sgt-zachary-rhyner-addresses-the-crowd-after-receiving-the-air-129333828.html
RMHEBJH8–Staff Sgt. Zachary Rhyner addresses the crowd after receiving the Air Force Cross and a Purple Heart as Secretary of the Air Force Michael B. Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz March 10 at Pope Air Force Base, N.C. Sergeant Rhyner of the 21st Special Tactics Squadron received the medals for uncommon valor during Operation Enduring Freedom for his actions during an intense 6.5-hour battle in Shok Valley, Afghanistan, April 6, 2008. (U.S. Air Force photo)
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during a retirement and appointment ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-schwartz-49963689.html
RMCW815D–The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during a retirement and appointment ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley (left) congratulates Maj. Laura DeJong after she was presented the Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz during a ceremony in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes, April 6, 2012, Washington, D.C. The Sijan Award was created in 1981 to recognize individuals who demonstrate the highest qualities of leadership both in and out of uniform. Sijan, was an Air Force Academy graduate. At the time of his death, he was an Air Force captain and fighter pilot. He was shot down during a mission in Vietnam and later died while Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-secretary-of-the-air-force-michael-donley-left-congratulates-maj-laura-129308404.html
RMHEAE58–Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley (left) congratulates Maj. Laura DeJong after she was presented the Lance P. Sijan USAF Leadership Award by Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz during a ceremony in the Pentagon's Hall of Heroes, April 6, 2012, Washington, D.C. The Sijan Award was created in 1981 to recognize individuals who demonstrate the highest qualities of leadership both in and out of uniform. Sijan, was an Air Force Academy graduate. At the time of his death, he was an Air Force captain and fighter pilot. He was shot down during a mission in Vietnam and later died while
Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-flights-from-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-49963747.html
RMCW817F–Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force's senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
An F-22 Raptor takes off from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 21, after a four-month stand down. Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz recently approved an implementation plan developed by Air Combat Command officials that will allow the F-22 to resume flight operations. The commander of Air Combat Command directed a stand-down of the fleet May 3 as a safety precaution, following 12 separate reported incidents where pilots experienced hypoxia-like symptoms. Flickr - DVIDSHUB - Raptors return to flight (Image 11 of 14) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-an-f-22-raptor-takes-off-from-joint-base-elmendorf-richardson-alaska-129707333.html
RMHF0K0N–An F-22 Raptor takes off from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Sept. 21, after a four-month stand down. Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley and Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz recently approved an implementation plan developed by Air Combat Command officials that will allow the F-22 to resume flight operations. The commander of Air Combat Command directed a stand-down of the fleet May 3 as a safety precaution, following 12 separate reported incidents where pilots experienced hypoxia-like symptoms. Flickr - DVIDSHUB - Raptors return to flight (Image 11 of 14)
100723-N-8273J-010 WASHINGTON (July 23, 2010) Ð From left to right, Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC) Gen. James T. Conway participate in a panel discussion during the Military Child Education Coalition's 12th Annual Conference. Roughead, along with other service chiefs, came together to talk about the importance of the education of military children. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tiffini Jones Vanderwyst/Released) Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-100723-n-8273j-010-washington-july-23-2010-from-left-to-right-army-130293625.html
RMHFYARN–100723-N-8273J-010 WASHINGTON (July 23, 2010) Ð From left to right, Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Gary Roughead, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Marine Corps (CMC) Gen. James T. Conway participate in a panel discussion during the Military Child Education Coalition's 12th Annual Conference. Roughead, along with other service chiefs, came together to talk about the importance of the education of military children. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Tiffini Jones Vanderwyst/Released)
From left, Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Marine Corps Gen. James Cartwright, Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James Amos, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, and Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Robert Papp Jr., testify on Capitol Hill in Washington Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, before the Senate Armed Service Committee's hearing on the military 'don't ask, don't tell' policy. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen (released) Defense.gov photo essay 101203-A-0193C-005 Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-from-left-army-chief-of-staff-gen-george-w-casey-jr-chief-of-naval-129501091.html
RMHEK7XY–From left, Army Chief of Staff Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Marine Corps Gen. James Cartwright, Marine Corps Commandant Gen. James Amos, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz, and Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Robert Papp Jr., testify on Capitol Hill in Washington Friday, Dec. 3, 2010, before the Senate Armed Service Committee's hearing on the military 'don't ask, don't tell' policy. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen (released) Defense.gov photo essay 101203-A-0193C-005
Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-flights-from-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-49963754.html
RMCW817P–Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Seated in front from left, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. James E. Cartwright, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Robert J. Papp Jr. testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on the ?don?t ask, don?t tell? policy relating to gays in the military Dec. 3, 2010, at the Capitol. (U.S. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released) Seated in front from left, Chief Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-seated-in-front-from-left-chief-of-staff-of-the-army-gen-george-w-129501068.html
RMHEK7X4–Seated in front from left, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. James E. Cartwright, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Robert J. Papp Jr. testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on the ?don?t ask, don?t tell? policy relating to gays in the military Dec. 3, 2010, at the Capitol. (U.S. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released) Seated in front from left, Chief
Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe. Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-flights-from-the-us-air-force-honor-guard-pass-in-review-for-gen-norton-49963743.html
RMCW817B–Flights from the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard pass in review for Gen. Norton Schwartz and new Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III during the Air Force Chief of Staff Retirement and Appointment Ceremonies at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Aug. 10, 2012. Schwartz served in the Air Force for 39 years, the last four years as the Air Force’s senior uniformed leader. Prior to becoming the Air Force Chief of Staff, Welsh commanded U.S. Air Forces in Europe.
Seated at tables from left, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. James E. Cartwright, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Robert J. Papp Jr. testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on the ?don?t ask, don?t tell? policy relating to gays in the military Dec. 3, 2010, at the Capitol. (U.S. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released) Seated at tables from left, Chi Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-seated-at-tables-from-left-chief-of-staff-of-the-army-gen-george-w-129501093.html
RMHEK7Y1–Seated at tables from left, Chief of Staff of the Army Gen. George W. Casey Jr., Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Gary Roughead, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Marine Corps Gen. James E. Cartwright, Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Norton Schwartz and Commandant of the Coast Guard Adm. Robert J. Papp Jr. testify before the Senate Armed Services Committee on the ?don?t ask, don?t tell? policy relating to gays in the military Dec. 3, 2010, at the Capitol. (U.S. Army photo by D. Myles Cullen/Released) Seated at tables from left, Chi
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during General Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ashley Wood) U.S. general meets with Turkish general by EUCOM Stock Photohttps://www.alamy.com/licenses-and-pricing/?v=1https://www.alamy.com/stock-photo-air-force-chief-of-staff-gen-norton-schwartz-and-gen-hasan-aksay-commander-173770392.html
RMM2KWWC–Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz and Gen. Hasan Aksay, commander of the Turkish air force, chat during General Schwartz's visit to the Turkish air force headquarters July 19, 2010, in Ankara, Turkey. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Ashley Wood) U.S. general meets with Turkish general by EUCOM
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