Know the Drill: Prior MTIs lead Andersen AFB Honor Guard Published May 8, 2025 By Senior Airman Audree Campbell 36th Wing Public Affairs ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam -- Two former U.S. Air Force Military Training Instructors teach Andersen Honor Guard members at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, April 24, 2025. In front of the Wing Headquarters Building, one could see the Honor Guard Airmen dressed in blues, responding to commands from Tech. Sgt. Freddie Foust, 36th Civil Engineer Squadron fire and emergency services section chief, and Master Sgt. Mark Harshaw, 36th Force Support Squadron resource advisor section chief. Having guidance from not one, but two former MTIs ensures proper technique, form, and be a step above the rest. “Drill is the foundation of discipline, which is much needed in today’s Air Force,” said Foust, who was an MTI Trainer with the 331st Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio Lackland from 2020-2023. “Taking ownership when you may fall short and ‘failing’ is part of the learning process.” Honor Guardsmen are tasked with the responsibilities to conduct, plan, train and supervise military and civilian events, ceremonies and functions. They represent the U.S. Air Force to American and foreign dignitaries at public ceremonies as well as perform funeral honors for Air Force active duty, retired personnel and veterans. “My favorite part is leading, mentoring and inspiring the next generation of Air Force leaders,” said Foust. “Understanding that someone’s potential is practically limitless given the right circumstances and inspiration.” Foust, Harshaw, and the Andersen Air Force Base Honor Guardsmen, finished off the practice with a road march back to the Honor Guard pad.