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The mighty pin

Lt. Col. Gregory Patschke receives his commander's pin from his wife Kathy after assuming command of the 36th Electronic Warfare Squadron during a ceremony at the Air Armanent Center May 2 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. He took the reins from Lt. Col. John "Hap" Arnold. The 36th EWS is part of the 53d Electronic Warfare Group. U.S. Air Force photo.

Flag pass

Lt. Col. Gregory Patschke receives his 36th Electronic Warfare Squadron guidon from the Lt. Col. Melvin Peterson, 53d Electronic Warfare Group acting commander, during the 36th EWS change of command ceremony at the Air Armanent Center May 2 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. He took the reins from Lt. Col. John "Hap" Arnold. U.S. Air Force photo.

36th EWS gains new CC

Published May 6, 2008

EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. --
Name: Lt. Col. Gregory Patschke
Hometown: Flanders, N.J.
Years in the military: 17
Family: Wife, Kathy

How does it feel to be a new squadron CC?
I am humbled by this opportunity to lead such an outstanding squadron rich with history and excellence.

What are your goals/agenda during your time as commander?
We will continue to help the group grow the Joint Strike Fighter reprogramming capability as well as transition to Air Force CYBER Command without losing focus on providing unparalleled EW support to the warfighter. The 36th EWS will also mentor and shape tomorrow's EW professionals.

What is one particular life lesson you've gained from your time in the military?
Relationships are invaluable.

What type of hobbies/activities do you have outside of work?
I love to ski (snow and water). I'm also a gym rat ... usually there every morning in order to compensate for my terrible eating habits.