CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. –
Name: Airman 1st Class Leah Erlandson
Hometown: Boston
Squadron and job title: 437th Aerospace Medicine Squadron bioenvironmental engineer
Time in the Air Force: two years and two months
Time in the honor guard: two months
What inspired you to join the honor guard? I went to an active-duty memorial service earlier this year and I was touched by what the honor guard did. Since then, I've wanted to be a part of it.
What is your favorite aspect of the honor guard? I enjoy being able to honor previous service members.
What are your future career goals? I hope to make a career out of the Air Force and continue to be a part of the Charleston AFB Honor Guard team.
Who is your role model and why? My mother is my role model. She has always been my backbone, especially since I've joined the Air Force. She has supported me through every decision that I've made and I truly respect her for that.