Med Group troop selected top Airman for June Published July 13, 2011 By Jessica Gibson 71st Flying Training Wing Public Affairs VANCE AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Senior Airman Gerard David, the head of Admin Services at the 71st Medical Group, is the Wing Airman of the Month for June. David grew up an Air Force brat, and has been in the Air Force for four years. Vance is his second assignment. David said his superintendant nominated him because of his drive and dedication to his mission. David believes that drive is the most important quality of an Airman. "I believe that if you stick to your p's and q's, and do more than what's expected of you, people will notice that," he said. To become Airman of the Month, David met with a board composed of one senior NCO, an NCO, and the previous Airman of the Month. The board asked David several questions about specific military related areas and current events issues. The board scored David based on his responses, dress and appearance, communication skills and professionalism. One question that stood out to him, said David, was how he felt about the troops sent to the conflict in Libya, and whether or not he thought it was necessary. "I said yes because our leadership wouldn't send us over there for no reason. They wouldn't put us in harm's way inadvertently," he said. David said that at first, he was inspired to join the Marines after living in Okinawa, Japan. Later, however, he decided to follow in his father's footsteps in the Air Force. "I wanted to do things like him. I guess I'm on the right track," he said. As the Wing Airman of the Month, David will receive a personal visit from the 71st Flying Training Wing commander and the command chief; a one-day pass; a certificate of recognition; AAFES and SVS coupons; and a one night stay in a distinguished visitor suite at base lodging. "I've heard it's really nice!" he said.