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CAFB Airman part of 8 EAMS, invaluable to movement in AOR
July 29, 2008 — A squadron of 255 Air Mobility Command Airmen in Southwest Asia works around the clock to ensure passengers and cargo move in and out of the U.S. Air Forces Central area of responsibility, proudly proclaiming, "You need it, we move it." The 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron, a tenant unit of one of the largest, most diverse expeditionary... MORE

Senior Airman Jon Houghton replaces an ultra high frequency receiver transmitter onboard a C-17 in Southwest Asia. Airman Houghton is a communications, navigations and missions system journeyman deployed as part of the 8th Expeditionary Air Mobility Squadron from Charleston AFB. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Domonique Simmons)

Personnel support for contingency operations keeps track of Airmen
July 28, 2008 — Reporting accurate and timely total force accountability consisting of Air Force active duty Airmen, Air Reserve Component, Department of the Air Force civilians and Air Force contractors deployed is the No. 1 goal of the personnel support for contingency operations team. This information is reported daily to the deployed commander, as well as Air... MORE

Election season approaching rapidly; is CAFB ready?
July 23, 2008 — The 2008 presidential election is quickly approaching with a little more than three months to go. Team Charleston members are encouraged by base voting representatives to be aware of their voting options. "The country is now in the heat of a most aggressive and the most important presidential election," said Maj. Karen Berkeley, installation voting... MORE

The heat is on; be sun safe this summer
July 15, 2008 — It is definitely "that" time in the Lowcountry when everyone is talking about the three H's: hazy, hot and humid. For anyone who has stepped outside in the last few weeks ... it is hot out there. Here are some tips to staying sun safe this summer: Whenever outside, always limit exposure to ultraviolet rays. UV rays are a part of sunlight that is an... MORE

Organize with checklist to prepare for emergency situations
July 15, 2008 — With hurricane season in effect until November and the possibility of other serious weather, Team Charleston members should be ready for emergencies at a moment's notice, according to base safety officials. Experts suggest everyone should be prepared to be self-sufficient for up to 72 hours following an emergency. Pack emergency items in one... MORE

Even though the recent Hurricane Bertha was not a threat to Charleston AFB, the possibility of an emergency situation is probable as the season continues, according to base safety officials. (Courtesy graphic)

Better to be safe with a mouth guard than sorry
July 15, 2008 — It's easy to take some things for granted until they are suddenly gone. Imagine what it would be like to lose one or two front teeth. A properly fitted mouth guard is an important piece of athletic gear to protect a smile. So what is a mouth guard? A mouth guard is a resilient plastic appliance that has been designed in a fashion where it covers... MORE

Senior Airman Stephanie Bernique-Garcia tests the fit of a sports guard with Tech. Sgt. Fred Hearn at the 437th Aerospace Medicine Squadron Deily Dental Clinic at Charleston AFB July 14. The use of mouth guards is recommended when playing any sport to protect the jaw, mouth and other tissues. Airman Bernique-Garcia is a dental assistant and Sergeant Hearn is a dental lab technician. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Katie Gieratz)

Prevent heat injuries or death during ‘dog days of summer’
July 8, 2008 — Hundreds of heat-related deaths and injuries occur each year throughout America. The onset of heat stress, heat stroke and death can occur quickly when the situation is ignored. It is important that Airmen are aware of when their environment and bodies approach their limits in regards to heat. Monitoring and preventing these conditions are... MORE

Airlift squadron delivers crucial supplies to war fighters
July 8, 2008 — The aircraft commander plants her C-17 down firmly, reversing the four turbine engines and applying the brakes hard to compensate for the short runway. A cloud of red clay dirt and pebbles kicks up into a rooster tail and trails the jet down the austere air strip of a forward operating base in Afghanistan. The 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron... MORE

Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Harmon stacks rollers prior to securing them to the C-17?s deck at Bagram AB, Afghanistan, June 19. Sergeant Harmon ensures that supplies being airlifted are distributed evenly in the cargo hull. The 14th Airlift Squadron is currently deployed as the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. Sergeant Harmon is a loadmaster with the 816th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Tong Duong)

Berlin Airlift lays foundation for today’s air mobility
July 7, 2008 — Sixty years ago on June 26, the fledgling United States Air Force airlifted its first of 2.3 million tons of coal, food and supplies to the besieged city of Berlin. Stalin had cut off all ground transportation through Soviet Union-held territory to the surrounded city of Berlin. The Berlin Airlift sustained a city of more than 2 million citizens... MORE

West Berliners watch as a U.S. cargo plane delivers desperately needed supplies during the Berlin Airlift. (File photo)

Public Health helps keep Airmen ready, fit to deploy
July 7, 2008 — Are Charleston Airmen getting ready to deploy or participate in an exercise? The 437th Medical Group, with the help of Airmen, ensures Team Charleston is medically fit to deploy. The Public Health Flight is a key player in coordinating with other flights within the medical group, as well as the wing, in getting all deployers out the door. The... MORE