Senior Airman Jessica Pieper is an assistant dedicated crew chief for the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, based out of the 388th Fighter Wing, Hill Air Force Base, Utah. The mission of the F-35A Lightning II Demonstration team is to showcase the unique aerial capabilities of the Air Force’s most advanced 5th generation multi-role stealth fighter, the F-35A Lightning II, as well as highlight the history of the Air Force’s service through heritage formation flights. SrA Pieper is responsible for any F-35A scheduled maintenance and inspections and ensuring its safe flight and performance during the airshow season.
Airman Pieper entered the United States Air Force in September 2019 after graduating from Owatonna High School in Owatonna, Minn. She has background and experience on the F-35A Lightning II aircraft. Hill Air Force Base is her first assignment.
EDUCATION:
2019 Owatonna High School, Owatonna, Minn.
ASSIGNMENTS:
1. May 2020 – December 2021, F-35 Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief, 34th Aircraft Maintenance Unit, Hill AFB, Utah
2. Jan 2022 – Present, F-35 Assistant Dedicated Crew Chief, F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team, Hill AFB, Utah