17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

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  • By Senior Airman Brian Lummus
  • 17th Training Wing Public Affairs
GOODFELLOW AIR FORCE BASE, Texas --  

The 17th Comptroller Squadron officiated a change of command ceremony at the Powell Event Center, June 2.

The 17th CPTS welcomed incoming commander, Maj. Andrew Onderick, and thanked the outgoing commander, Maj. Kelly Griffith, for her hard work and dedication to the squadron.

“Serving in this role has truly been the honor of my career,” said Griffith. “ I’m so grateful to share this final moment with all of you. You’ve truly made my first command simply unforgettable; Thank you from the bottom of my heart, and I wish you all nothing but the best.”

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, passes the 17th Comptroller Squadron guidon to Maj. Andrew Onderick, 17th CPTS commander, during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Passing of the guidon is a long military tradition that represents the transfer of leadership responsibilities to the next commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, passes the 17th Comptroller Squadron guidon to Maj. Andrew Onderick, 17th CPTS commander, during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Passing of the guidon is a long military tradition that represents the transfer of leadership responsibilities to the next commander. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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As Griffith moves on to her new role at Maxwell Air Force Base, Onderick will work as the advisor to wing, group and squadron commanders on all financial matters. 

The 17th CPTS focuses on delivering financial management services to maximize installation resources, empower decision-makers, foster a culture of financial excellence and support the Department of War intelligence and firefighter technical training missions. 

“To my new team at the 17th Comptroller Squadron and Wing Staff Agencies,” said Onderick. “It’s a great honor and privilege to be a commander, and I can’t wait to be at the forefront of everything that we do here. Thank you so much, and let’s get to work!”

 

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, presents Maj. Kelly Griffith, outgoing 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, with the Meritorious Service Medal certificate during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Griffith was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for distinguishing herself through outstanding achievements and service to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, presents Maj. Kelly Griffith, outgoing 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, with the Meritorious Service Medal certificate during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Griffith was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal for distinguishing herself through outstanding achievements and service to the United States. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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Goodfellow Base Honor Guard present the colors during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. The Honor Guard team is charged with upholding exemplary standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, integrity, customs and courtesies, overall appearance and the representation of all Airmen who ever served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

Goodfellow Base Honor Guard present the colors during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. The Honor Guard team is charged with upholding exemplary standards of ethical conduct, professionalism, integrity, customs and courtesies, overall appearance and the representation of all Airmen who ever served. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Andrew Onderick, 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, addresses the audience during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Onderick expressed his excitement to join the 17th Training Wing and be at the forefront of everything 17th CPTS and 17th Wing Staff Agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Maj. Andrew Onderick, 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, addresses the audience during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. Onderick expressed his excitement to join the 17th Training Wing and be at the forefront of everything 17th CPTS and 17th Wing Staff Agencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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U.S. Air Force Maj. Kelly Griffith, outgoing 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, passes the 17th CPTS guidon to Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. The passing of the guidon is a military tradition that dates back to the time of Frederick the Great of Prussia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)

17th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Maj. Kelly Griffith, outgoing 17th Comptroller Squadron commander, passes the 17th CPTS guidon to Col. Matthew Norton, 17th Training Wing commander, during a change of command ceremony at Goodfellow Air Force Base, Texas, June 2, 2026. The passing of the guidon is a military tradition that dates back to the time of Frederick the Great of Prussia. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Brian Lummus)
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