924th Maintenance Squadron gets new commander

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  • By Tech. Sgt. Louis Vega Jr.
  • 944th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
DAVIS-MONTHAN AIR FORCE BASE, ARIZ. --  Maj. Collin G. Shelton assumed command of the 924th Maintenance Squadron Sept. 14 during an assumption of command ceremony at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, Ariz. "I look forward to working with each of you, accomplishing our mission and challenging you to achieve your goals," Shelton told the gathered Airman.

Shelton comes to the 924th MXS from the 22nd Air Force, Dobbins Air Reserve Base, Georgia, where he served as the Chief of Aircraft Maintenance Branch. Shelton has also served as commander of both Aircraft Maintenance and Maintenance Squadrons. Col. Thomas C. McNurlin, 924th Fighter Group commander, told the audience he is thrilled to have Shelton on the 924th FG team. "Maj Shelton's complete skill-set of unique experience as well as his Airmen and mission focus, will help us make this the greatest maintenance organization the AFRC and the AF have ever seen."

"Bo, I only ask one thing," McNurlin continued. "You do it the Shelton way, it's the reason I hired you." During the ceremony Shelton accepted the challenge of leading a growing squadron. "There is no doubt we have some obstacles ahead of us, but I have no doubt we will tackle these challenges as they come," Shelton said. "Col McNurlin, thanks for your confidence in allowing me to be a part of this great organization. I assure you that I do not take this responsibility lightly, you will not be disappointed."

Shelton will lead more than 94 Air Reserve Technicians and 183 Traditional Reservists who directly support the 355th Fighter Wing in generating A-10C pilots. The 924th FG falls under the 944th Fighter Wing located at Luke Air Force Base, Ariz.