39 MDG Airman recognized for excellence Published Aug. 1, 2013 INCIRLIK AIR BASE, Turkey -- Airman 1st Class Samantha Kiper, 39th Medical operations Squadron, was coined by Col. Craig Wills, 39th Air Base Wing commander July 25. Kiper, called a "role-model for all to follow" by MDG leadership, was selected to receive special recognition for her outstanding performance.