Aviano's Finest

Col. Patrick A. McClelland, 31st Fighter Wing vice commander, congratulates Mr. Biagino Giannotti,, 31st Security Forces Squadron interpreter, on his selection as one of Aviano's Finest as Chief Master Sgt. Laten Williams, 31st FW command chief, looks on. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Taylor Marr)

Aviano's Finest - Civilian Employee Category

Published April 5, 2010
31st Fighter Wing Public Affairs

AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy -- Name: Mr. Biagino Giannotti

Unit: 31st Security Forces Squadron

Duty Title: Security Forces Interpreter

How long have you worked at Aviano Air Base: 23 years

Name of town/city and Italian province you are from: Casarsa Della Delizia, Pordenone.

How do you support the 31st Fighter Wing mission? I assist the 31st SFS in accidents, incidents and police related matters which involve 31st Fighter Wing Personnel, their dependents, and all civilians affiliated with Aviano Air Force Base.

What's one thing you've learned about America's history, people and culture? Growing up in the suburbs of Chicago I learned about Americans and especially the differences in the various cultures. I now use this knowledge to effectively work out these differences on a daily basis in my work.
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What's one advantage of working with Americans?
By background helps me relate very well with Americans and it makes my job easier.

What's your favorite European destination and why?
I'd have to say London for its mix of different cultures and their accent.