Airmen and AF Civilians of Tinker AFB pay tribute to those lost on 9/11

The Oklahoma wind is blowing, as usual, but at 13:28 the detail of three Airmen and an Air Force civilian move smartly in formation to relieve another detail that has been standing guard for thirty minutes. Across the street, another individual stands ready in a safety/support role.

What is it exactly that they are doing? They’re conducting an around-the-clock vigil guarding the Base flag at Tinker Air Force Base, with each detail standing at parade rest for thirty minutes before being relieved by the next detail. One of the Airmen described this as “just one small way to pay tribute to those lost during the attacks ten years ago on September 11th.” The vigil started Saturday morning and is planned to end at 16:00 on Sunday, September 11th.

In this video, Air Force Civilians Theresa Cerda, David Sandstrom, Cindy Bailey and Kimberly Ginn are relieved by SrA Henson, SSgt Perry, TSgt Hoffman, and AF Civilian Kenneth Petri. Off screen, Nichole Dolittle standing duty as safety/security is relieved by Francis Mitokpe.

These Airmen and AF Civilians are volunteering their time in this activity to honor those lost during September 11th. What activities do you have planned for Patriot Day this year?