From the training field to the cockpit. As #USAFA's Civilian Instructor of the Year, Coach Taylor Lorbiecki earned the opportunity to fly with the afthunderbirds in an F-16 Fighting Falcon. The experience provided firsthand insight into the physical and cognitive demands of military aviation, helping inform her work preparing future usairforce and usspaceforce officers. Highlights of her impact: 📚 Led development of the Academy's Rated Physical Readiness capstone course 🦴 Helped drive a 76.5% reduction in bone stress injuries between 2022 and 2024 📈 Supported 10–15% improvements in Physical Fitness Test scores Learn more about how Coach Lorbiecki's work helps to prepare cadets for the demands of operational service from Day One at link in bio. #USAFA #LeadersOfCharacterAndQuality #WarfightersToWin #CriticalThinkersToAdapt #LongBlueLine