LATHAM — Air Force Major General Michael Bank, the commander of the New York Air National Guard, announces the recent promotion of members of the New York Air National Guard in recognition of their capability for additional responsibility and leadership.
- Charles Geyer of Amherst, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 24, 2025 to the rank of second lieutenant.
- Andy Thang of West Seneca, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 24, 2025 to the rank of second lieutenant.
- Jackson Schultz of Cheektowaga, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 24, 2025 to the rank of second lieutenant.
- Raul Rivera of Buffalo, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 23, 2025 to the rank of airman.
- Andrew Mach of North Tonawanda, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 17, 2025 to the rank of technical sergeant.
- Gregory Kuchta of Lockport, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 7, 2025 to the rank of technical sergeant.
- Jorjah Nichols of Amherst, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 3, 2025 to the rank of airman 1st class.
- Angelina Ciarfella of Gasport, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 2, 2025 to the rank of technical sergeant.
- Tyler Nuwer of Snyder, and assigned to the 107th Attack Wing, received a promotion on October 2, 2025 to the rank of staff sergeant.
- Chandre Labuschagne of Medina, and assigned to the NY Air National Guard Headqaurters, received a promotion on October 1, 2025 to the rank of technical sergeant.
Air National Guard promotions are based on a Airman’s overall performance, demonstrated leadership abilities, professionalism and future development potential.
“The New York Air National Guard is built on a foundation of talented and motivated Airmen, and this month’s promotions are a shining example of that excellence,” Bank said. “I am honored to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our Airmen, and I look forward to seeing their continued growth and contributions to our organization.”
These promotions recognize the best qualified Airmen for a career in the New York Air National Guard.
Air National Guard Citizen Airmen who serve our state and nation are eligible for monthly pay, educational benefits (from the state and federal government), travel across the globe, technical and leadership training, health and dental insurance and contributions towards retirement programs similar to a 401(k).
For more information about the New York Air National Guard or contact a recruiter, visit https://dmna.ny.gov/ang/.
The New York National Guard (New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs) is the state’s executive agency responsible to the Governor for managing New York’s Military Forces, which consists of nearly 20,000 members of the New York Army National Guard, the New York Air National Guard, the New York Naval Militia and the New York Guard.
