Gators garner top honors for honor flight, drill team Published Jan. 13, 2009 By Airman 1st Class David Salaniri Keesler News editor KEESLER AFB, MISS -- The 334th Training Squadron is the 81st Training Group's honor flight and drill team of the year for 2008. The Gators, winning top honors for the third consecutive year for honor flight, earned 1,523 points, followed by the 335th TRS Bulls, 1,491; 332nd TRS Mad Dogs, 1,433.45; 336th TRS Red Wolves, 1,428; and 338th TRS Dark Knights, 1,336. The honor flight program recognizes teamwork and individual demonstration of the Air Force's core values -- integrity first, service before self and excellence in all we do. The annual winner is based on monthly scores in eight categories -- uniform inspection, knowledge of the Airman's Manual, procedure compliance of retreat ceremonies, marching, room inspections, charge of quarters, physical readiness training and merit or demerit points assigned by the 81st TRG commander. Some of the 334th TRS volunteer efforts include more than 1,800 hours working with Habitat for Humanity, devoting time every weekend at the humane society and more than 600 hours assisting at Biloxi swim meets. "Commitment to the community means a lot to us," said Master Sgt. Craig Pogue, 334th TRS military training flight chief. "Our MTF was recognized by Biloxi Mayor A.J. Holloway and the Biloxi Main Street District for our volunteer work." The Gators took home the annual drill down championship with 46 points, followed by the 338th TRS Dark Knights with 41 points. The 336th TRS Red Wolves and the 332nd TRS Mad Dogs tied for third place with 38 points. "These are incredible wins for our squadron," said Lt. Col. Doug Chowning, 334th TRS commander. "They show not only the dedication of the newest Airmen in the Air Force, but also of the dedication of the instructors, staff and military training leaders in the squadron who hold our Airmen to the highest standards."