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LEMOORE, Calif. – A 2009 Lee High School graduate and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, native is serving in the U.S. Navy with Commander Strike Fighter Wing, U.S. Pacific Fleet.
Airman Logan McGlynn works as an aviation electrical technician and operates out of Naval Air Station Lemoore, California.A Navy aviation electrical technician is responsible for troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctions with avionics systems, navigation and guidance systems.
“I have obtained a great work ethic and motivation to follow through,” said McGlynn. “It has helped me take initiative some others might not and get stuff done.”
The strike fighter wing, headquartered at NAS Lemoore, ensures that each squadron is fully combat-ready to conduct carrier-based, all-weather, attack, fighter and support missions for the Pacific Fleet.
Sailors stationed in Lemoore are responsible for the operation of the airfield, providing services and support to the Naval Air Station, tenant and transiting aircraft. They also provide firefighting functions, both structural and rescue and conduct shipboard firefighting training.
McGlynn has military ties with family members who have previously served and is honored to carry on the family tradition.
“My parents were both corpsman in the Navy,” said McGlynn. “They definitely planted the seed and thought it would be a great thing to do.”
McGlynn is excited to be part of the command.
“I am looking forward to serving in this command and furthering my knowledge while getting to work on planes,” said McGlynn. “I also like being part of naval aviation.”
With the CSFWP consisting of more than 20 squadrons, highly specialized jobs range from training new aviators to maintaining airframes and engines, to handling and flying aircraft.
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied-upon assets, McGlynn and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving in the Navy means being part of something greater than just me,” McGlynn added. “I am part of a huge organization that helps keep our country free.”