The Drop

In this episode, we will discuss upcoming events for the month of June and have a conversation about the Community Action Team (CAT). Leading this discussion are Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Airlift Wing Commander; 130th AW Command Chief Jeff King; and special guest, Mrs. Jessica Deffendall, Chairman of the Community Action Team (CAT). We’d love to hear from you! If you have ideas for future episod...

In this episode, we will discuss upcoming events for the month of May and have a conversation about mental health awareness. Leading this discussion are Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Airlift Wing Commander; 130th AW Command Chief Jeff King; and special guest, Mrs. Breyanna Baker-Meckley, Director of Psychological Health at the 130th Airlift Wing. We’d love to hear from you! If you have ideas for fut...

In this episode, we will review highlights from the previous UTA, discuss upcoming events for this weekend, and lastly, have a conversation about mission execution, the third priority set by our commander. Leading this discussion are Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Airlift Wing Commander; 130th AW Command Chief Jeff King; and special guest, Lt. Col John Zirkle, Commander of the 130th Airlift Squadron....

In this episode, 130th Airlift Wing commander Col. Richard Switzer and Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King discuss their priorities for March 2026 Unit Training Assembly weekend. Lt. Col. Anna Sherrod, the Force Support Squadron Commander, joins to discuss fitness and health.

In this episode, 130th Airlift Wing commander Col. Richard Switzer and Command Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King discuss their priorities for February 2026 Unit Training Assembly weekend. Additionally, they discuss the topic of Airmen Development with the unit.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Airlift Wing Commander and Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King, 130th AW Command Chief, discusses the wing priorities during January UTA.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Richard Switzer, 130th AW Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King, 130th AW Command Chief, discusses the wing priorities during October UTA.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Richard Switzer, 130th AW Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King, 130th AW Command Chief, discusses the wing priorities during September UTA.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Richard Switzer, 130th AW Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King, 130th AW Command Chief , discuss the wing priorities during August 2025 UTA.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Col. Richard Switzer, Deputy Wing Commander, about the wing priorities during June 2025 UTA.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Jeff King, 130th Operations Group Senior Enlisted Leader, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Pat Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Pat Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Pat Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Pat Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

This month on The Drop, Colonel Pat Chard, the Deputy Commander of the 130th Airlift Wing, is joined by a special surprise guest to delve into the intricacies of effectively leading teams in tough times and successful ones. Hint: “We ARE!” The conversation will explore the critical role of dedicated practice and embracing various leadership styles in ensuring the successful execution of a team’s m...

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this episode, Maj. Gen. Bill Crane, the Adjutant General for the West Virginia National Guard, discusses China's impact on our current military posture. Bo Wriston, the WVNG Public Affairs Officer, hosts this special episode.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since 9/11, more than 30,000 service members or veterans have committed suicide, which is more than four times that of those who passed away in combat over the same period. According to the DOD Suicide Prevention Office, in 2023, there were 92 suspected or confirmed suicides in the National Guard, which brings the total to over 400 guardsmen since the start of...

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, Col. Patrick Chard, 130th Deputy Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.

In this abbreviated episode, we hear from Col. Bryan Preece, 130th Airlift Wing Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevan Williams, 130th Wing Command Chief, talk about the Wing priorities for this months Unit Training Assembly.