Fairchild's Finest Staff Sgt. April Horton

Published Nov. 30, 2012
92nd Air Refueling Wing Public Affairs

FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. --

Name: Staff Sgt April Horton

Unit: 92 Force Support Squadron

Duty title: Assistant NCO in charge, Career Development

What do you do on a daily basis at Fairchild Air Force Base? I assist customers with assignments, separation, retirements and retainability questions. Processing permanent change of station orders, update re-enlistments, extensions, final out appointments with any PCS, separation and retirements.

What do you enjoy about your job? Meeting new people every day and learning new things from those more experienced. I love knowing that I have helped other members.

Why did you choose to serve in the military? I joined to say I did something not everyone else has the courage to do.

What is your greatest accomplishment? First and foremost, marrying my husband and having my two wonderful children and continuing my education while being in the Air Force.

What goals you want to achieve or meet while at Fairchild Air Force Base? To continue progress through the ranks as I test and obtain my Master's Degree in Business and Bachelor's in Nursing.

What is your favorite quote? "Believe you can and you're halfway there." -Theodore Roosevelt

Who is your favorite mentor and what did you learn from him/her? My husband, because he has always believed in me since day one and gave me the encouragement I need and always told me I could do anything I put my mind to.

If you could spend one hour with any person, who would it be and why? Michelle Obama, I would like to meet the first lady because she is very inspiring and motivational.