McChord Field's operational Reserve unit passes inspection with flying colors Published May 25, 2011 By 2nd Lt. Denise Hauser 446th Airlift Wing Public Affairs MCCHORD FIELD, Wash., -- The Reservists of the 446th Airlift Wing are in the fight every day. They deploy to the Middle East and train at McChord Field. Despite their rigorous schedule, Reservists in the wing were still able to prepare and pass a major inspection focusing on processes and documentation. The 446th Airlift Wing's Compliance Inspection was May 20-23 at McChord Field. Representing a variety of functional areas, a team of 43 inspectors from Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command, Robins Air Force Base, Ga., came to McChord to ensure the 446th AW is mission ready, which people of the unit proved beyond a shadow of a doubt. The purpose of a Compliance Inspection is to standardize the way the Air Force conducts operations across the board, including active duty, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard. The inspection was based on Air Force Instructions, local, state, federal, and Department of Defense requirements. "The competition lies within our own performance, and the 446th AW did better than itself three years ago," said Col. Lane Seaholm, vice commander of the 446th AW. "Add this to the constant high operations tempo our teams deal with, and we can see that we are blessed with the best Airmen this country has to offer." In addition to a resounding passing grade, individuals and teams were singled out for notable contributions. An aircraft maintainer from the 446th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron received an outstanding performer award in his capacity as a civilian employee with the 62nd Airlift Wing, which was undergoing it's own inspections. Eight Reservists were named superior performers in the 446th AW's unit compliance inspection and, the military pay section was recognized as a superior team., Additionally, six Reservists received a military bearing award.