22nd Civil Engineer Squadron member earns spotlight performer

Senior Airman Michael Wheeler, 22nd Civil Engineer Explosive Ordnance Disposal journeyman, aims a percussion actuated neutralizer or water canon for a precision shot to disable a simulated explosive device as part of his weekly training. As a member of EOD, the San Antonio, Texas, native is responsible for detecting, identifying, recovering and disposing of U.S. and foreign explosives and conventional military ordnance; criminal and terrorist homemade items; and chemical, biological and nuclear weapons. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Abigail Klein)

22nd Civil Engineer Squadron member earns spotlight performer

Published May 26, 2010
By Public Affairs staff
22nd Air Refueling Wing

MCCONNELL AIR FORCE BASE, Kan. -- Senior Airman Michael Wheeler, 22nd Civil Engineer Explosive Ordnance Disposal journeyman, has been in the Air Force for six years and has been stationed at McConnell for two years. His hobbies include reading non-fiction books, going to the movies and hanging out with his friends.

Who is the most positive influence in your life and why?
My father, because he always did what he had to do in order to support us. He is the biggest influence on who I am today.

What would you like to accomplish during your Air Force career?
I would like to further my education and retire from the Air Force.

Where is the most interesting place you have traveled and why do you feel that way?
The most interesting place I have traveled to was Lima, Peru, because of all the scenery in the mountains and along the coastline.

What is your favorite book/ movie and why?
My favorite book is "Chosen Soldier" by Dick Couch because it is a detailed account of all the training candidates endure in order to become a member of one of the most highly trained units in the world.

If you have the opportunity to meet anyone in the world, who would it be and why?
I would like to meet any astronaut. Who better to ask about what it's like in space than someone who's actually been there?