CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, speaks with U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Hoffman, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron logistics and resources superintendent, during his visit within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. Hoffman provided insight into security operations, emphasizing the critical role of military working dogs in base defense, threat detection, and force protection efforts across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, tours the military working dog veterinary clinic within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. This portion of the visit highlighted the specialized medical care, injury prevention, and rehabilitation efforts that ensure K-9 units remain mission ready, enhancing security operations across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

A U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter prepares to depart following a visit by U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss joint operations, mission challenges, and the contributions of service members across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, meets with Airmen from the 386th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. During the visit, Walters learned about the squadron’s efforts to sustain logistical operations and support mission success across the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, speaks with U.S. Navy Sailors, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 25, during a visit within the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss service member’s roles, challenges, and contributions to joint operations in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, speaks with service members at Camp Sparta, during a visit within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The discussion provided Fleet Walters an opportunity to learn how Camp Sparta enables USCENTCOM's mission readiness and joint operations, as well as an opportunity to meet the military members who make it happen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, is welcomed at Camp Sparta, during a visit within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with service members and gain insight into ongoing operations and challenges in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, coins U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Christopher Hoffman, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron logistics and resources superintendent, within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The recognition highlighted Hoffman’s outstanding performance and dedication to mission success and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Zachary Floto, 386th Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron kennel master, speaks with U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, during a visit within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The presentation highlighted the critical role of military working dogs in base security and force protection operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

A U.S. Army UH-60 Blackhawk helicopter arrives carrying U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, for a visit within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility, Feb. 27, 2025. The visit provided an opportunity to engage with service members and gain insight into ongoing operations and challenges in the region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona)

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CENTCOM senior enlisted leader visits deployed members

Published March 13, 2025
By Airman 1st Class Sarah Ortega Corona
386th Air Expeditionary Wing

U.S. CENTRAL COMMAND AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY --

U.S. Navy Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, U.S. Central Command senior enlisted leader, visited multiple locations within the U.S. CENTCOM area of responsibility on Feb. 27, 2025. Throughout the visit, Walters engaged with service members, gained firsthand insight into ongoing operations, and recognized outstanding contributions to joint missions. The engagements provided an opportunity to strengthen partnerships, discuss mission challenges, and reinforce the importance of readiness across the region.