16/08/2024 | Press release | Archived content
To kick off his visit, Allvin held an all-call to speak directly with Team Robins Airmen about Great Power Competition and their integral part in adapting to the threat and competitive environment the Air Force and Department of Defense operate in today.
"On my way here, I was reviewing all of the different missions at Robins and they're pretty amazing. They are a melting pot of our Air Force," said Allvin.
During the all-call, Allvin emphasized the importance of modernization in support of the joint team, with a strong focus on the talents of the Air Force's technology, acquisition and sustainment workforce.
"Nations aspiring to be great powers and compete with other nations - that's where the competition is," he said. "That is competition for resources, power, influence and the ability to write the rules of the international world order.
Allvin added that to progress, the Air Force must emphasize organizational alignment, streamline decision-making processes, and prioritize mission outcomes over narrow functional expertise. Equally crucial is building a dedicated workforce to attract, train, and retain top talent. Throughout its history, the Air Force has thrived by embracing adaptability and change.
"I've been doing this for 9 months, and for the next 3 years and 3 months I'm committed," Allvin said. "We're not going to pause because the world is moving too fast. If you want to change course you have to be on course. And to be on course, you have to be moving. And we are going to move and get there together."
Col. Deedrick Reese, Robins Installation and 78th Air Base Wing commander, welcomed Allvin and appreciated the visit, as it served as an opportunity for the chief to gain a better understanding of Robins' needs, accomplishments and challenges.
"Team Robins plays a pivotal role in American airpower, and it's been a part of that backbone for over 80 years," Reese said. "This installation continues to set the standard for innovation and transformation as we establish cutting-edge missions, advanced technologies and collaborative partnerships to take the Air Force forward in decades to come. It's an honor to have Gen. Allvin's support and encouragement as we all work together to handle emerging threats in this Great Power Competition era."
In addition to hearing about the new missions at Robins, Allvin also received updates on the missions Robins carries out to keep legacy aircraft flying. Allvin visited with members of the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex 402nd Aircraft Maintenance Group to tour the C-130 aircraft depot maintenance area.