New commander leads 71st Operations Support Squadron Published July 24, 2013 VANCE AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Rank/Name: Lt. Col. David B. Woodley Squadron: 71st Operations Support Squadron Date assumed command: June 7, 2013 Previous assignment: 71st OSS operations officer Time in Service: 15 years Hobbies: Martial arts, Los Angeles Lakers fan and history buff. Why the squadron is important to the 71st Flying Training Wing: The 71st OSS directly supports the wing mission of "Develop professional Airmen, deliver world-class pilots and deploy combat ready warriors" by providing air traffic control, weather reporting and airfield management services. The Ghost Riders also manage airspace, flying hour program and flight records. Command philosophy: People first, mission always. Take care of the people and the mission will get done. Goals for new position: To meet the 71st OSS mission and vision. 71st OSS Mission -- "To provide world-class operational support to Joint Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training, to deploy combat ready Airmen and to grow Air Force leaders." 71st OSS Vision -- "Set the example as the foremost Air Force OSS...always professional with the right attitude to excel."