Chief Deininger of Air Station Barbers Point has demonstrated exemplary performance, technical expertise and leadership as the HC-130H metal shop supervisor, corrosion prevention program coordinator, Primary quality assurance inspector and night shift supervisor. He oversaw the work Of 15 maintenance personnel across two shifts and was responsible for all corrosion-related maintenance on four operational aircraft staged in the fleet’s worst environment for corrosion. An exceptional mentor, Chief Deininger peristently and adroitly challenged junior petty officers in their professional development. As an Examiner of unit load masters and drop masters, he performed instructor, Standardization, and upgrade flights. He was a professional development coach for the servicewide rating performance qualification system, leading to 20 petty officer qualification signoffs and timely completion of all advancement requirements for 5 junior petty officers under his direct supervision. His efforts ensured that 66 aviation engineering members were eligible to take the may servicewide exam.

In all of his many duties, Chief Deininger met or exceeded all expectations, demonstrating extraordinary stewardship, superior dedication and outstanding leadership as well as supreme technical knowledge. His performance is in keeping with the legacy of Chief Oliver F. Berry and is a credit to Coast Guard Aviation and the profession.