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On the corner of California Blvd & Utah Ave, GPS Coordinates 34.74187 N, 120.53314 W
Airman Leadership School
Airman Leadership School (ALS) is a leadership enhancement course to prepare Airmen and Guardians for positions of greater responsibility by strengthening their ability to lead, follow, and manage while also gaining a broader understanding of the military profession and their role within the Air and Space Forces. Instruction includes a series of lectures, open discussions, homework, exercises, writing projects, and briefing assignments.
Students in CMSgt Arthur Hicks Airman Leadership School Class 26-G are currently developing the skills required to serve as effective front-line supervisors across the Air and Space Force.
Class 26-G at a Glance:
FY26 ALS Impact (to date):
During this 24-duty day course, students strengthened their leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities while learning to supervise Airmen and Guardians in mission-focused environments.
Community Engagement Initiative
For their community project, Class 26-G supported Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 1356’s 24-hour POW/MIA Memorial Event, honoring more than 82,000 American service members who remain missing. Throughout the event, students helped carry the POW/MIA flag and read the names of missing service members before the community. The experience gave the class an opportunity to put ALS concepts such as Warrior Ethos, Service Before Self, and leadership into practice while honoring the sacrifices of those who never returned home. Class 26-G was proud to help preserve their memory and carry their stories forward.
ALS Student Spotlight
Jeffrey La, SrA, USAF
377 FTMMXS
1C8X3 – Missile and Space Systems Maintenance
Vandenberg SFB
What is something you learned at ALS that you will use as a first-line supervisor?
One valuable skill I learned during ALS was becoming more comfortable with public speaking. The many opportunities to speak in front of others pushed me outside of my comfort zone and taught me how to be more confident in uncomfortable situations. I will use this skill as a future first-line supervisor when communicating with and leading my Airmen.
Liam Hermida, Spc4, USSF
630 CYS
5S051 – Cyber Operations
Vandenberg SFB
What motivates you to lead Airmen/Guardians?
The most valuable lessons I’ve learned so far have been the Problem Solving Module, refining my critical thinking process, and learning the characteristics of a well-cultivated leader. Understanding and applying the Practical Problem Solving Method, and seeing how it mirrors the Joint Planning Process, was especially valuable. I’ll be able to directly apply these concepts when I return to my unit.
Kellen Chamberlain, SrA, USAF
149 IS
1N4X1 – Cyber Intelligence Analyst
195th Wing CA Air National Guard
What has been your favorite part of ALS and why?
My favorite part of ALS has been the bonds we built throughout the course. Both the students and cadre brought positive and friendly attitudes, which made every activity more enjoyable. Everyone stayed engaged during class activities and especially during PT. When things became difficult for a student, everyone came together to support one another. I hope we continue building on the relationships we created during ALS even after the course ends.
Class 26-G graduates on 24 September 2026.
We look forward to highlighting future classes and continued leadership development across the installation.
MSgt McBride
Commandant
TSgt Galas
Instructor
SSgt Cerda
Instructor
