Aviano's Finest - U.S. Civilian Category

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AVIANO AIR BASE, Italy --  Unit: 603rd Air Control Squadron 

How long have you worked for the military: 30 years 

Title of address for civilians: Mr. 

First & Last Name: Keith Farneth 

Duty Title: Equipment Specialist 

Hometown City, State and/or Country: Murrysville, Pa. 

How do you support the 31st Fighter Wing mission? 
I provide in-garrison support for training of 603 rd ACS radar personnel, 31st Fighter Wing and NATO aircrews and maintain equipment and wartime skills to deploy worldwide in support of U.S. and NATO contingencies. 

What's one thing you've learned about Italy's history, people and culture?
 Most Europeans live at a more relaxed pace than Americans except when driving. 

What's one advantage of being stationed overseas? 
Being able to live in a different culture. 

What's your favorite European destination and why? 
Anywhere in the Alps, I love the mountains. 

Why I nominated Mr. Farneth as one of Aviano's Finest?
"Mr. Farneth is an outstanding asset to the squadron and his breath of tactical radar experience is unmatched. Keith goes above and beyond and continually strives to uphold a 100 percent mission equipment uptime rate, while training Airmen and passing on his knowledge to those within his work center. Mr. Farneth is a valuable asset to the Air Force! - Capt. Timothy J. Meerstein, 603rd ACS