Timothy Pearson

711th Human Performance Wing

U.S. Air Force

The 711th Human Performance Wing (711 HPW) was established in 2008 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, as part of the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL). Formed through the merger of the Human Effectiveness Directorate and the Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine, the wing focuses on advancing human performance, aerospace medicine, and bioeffects research to enhance Air Force operational capabilities. The 711 HPW supports airmen readiness through studies in physiology, psychology, and technology integration, working closely with military and civilian partners. Its research contributes significantly to improving the safety, health, and effectiveness of Air Force personnel worldwide.

911th Airlift Wing

U.S. Air Force

The **911th Airlift Wing** is a unit of the United States Air Force Reserve, headquartered at Pittsburgh International Airport Air Reserve Station, Pennsylvania. Established in 1963, the wing has a long history of tactical airlift missions, originally flying the C-119 Flying Boxcar before transitioning to the C-130 Hercules and, more recently, to the modern C-17 Globemaster III. The 911th has supported numerous operations, including humanitarian missions, disaster relief, and overseas deployments such as Operations Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom. Throughout its history, the wing has been recognized for its excellence in mobility and its vital role in supporting both national defense and global humanitarian efforts.