Airman Assists in Mid-Flight Medical Emergency Less Than 24 Hours After Earning EMT License

"Service before self."

This is one of the U.S. Air Force's core values, and it's instilled in us from day one. It guides us to prioritize mission success over personal interests when wearing the uniform and stepping into our roles. Remembering this ethos is expected under the watchful eye of peers and supervisors. But, it's in those moments, when we might not be wearing the uniform, amid everyday challenges and pressure, that we truly display our courage and willingness to act in true service to others.

Airman First Class Nathan Johnson, an Aerospace Medical Technician assigned to the 153d Air...