Joint Base Charleston

437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Jet Engines

A C-17 sits on the flight line waiting for repairs from members of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Jan. 7, 2020, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The upkeep of 40 Joint Base Charleston C-17 Globemasters takes a highly trained team of maintenance professionals to identify and repair problems. 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Jet Engines

Home Station Check Wheel and Tire

A C-17 has approximately 120 miles worth of wiring routed throughout the aircraft. Every 180 days, Home Station Check team members complete 750 inspections on critical items and performs airframe and flight control lubrications. On average the HSC process takes 96 hours per aircraft. Home Station Check Wheel and Tire

437th Maintenance Squadron, Fabrication Flight

Joint Base Charleston C-17 Globemaster IIIs perform several missions throughout the world to include combat and presidential support, training and humanitarian missions. As time goes on, aircraft need to be inspected and repaired for structural integrity, internal cracks, painting and exterior damage. The 437th Maintenance Squadron, Fabrication Flight is responsible for fixing and identifying such issues to ensure mission readiness.

14th Airlift Squadron Aircrew maintains readiness through local flights

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 14th Airlift Squadron conduct local training Sept. 26, 2019 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Training missions allow aircrew to maintain currency, training and evaluations in all flying requirements. These training capabilities allow 14th Airlift Squadron Aircrew members to enhance rapid global mobility anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jill Neufeld) https://www.jbcharleston.jb.mil/News/Article-Displ

Airmen compete during 2019 Alpha Warrior Super Regional event

Twelve Airmen competed, tackling a variety of functional fitness obstacles, while utilizing the Joint Base Charleston Fitness Center’s Alpha Warrior battle rig. The competition focuses on a competitor’s overall readiness and is designed to promote more fit and resilient service members. (Photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)

CATM zeroes in on targets

Staff Sgt. Rossitor Alexander, an instructor assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance flight, fires an M9 pistol at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. July 1, 2019. CATM facilitates readiness by equipping Airmen with the knowledge and skills to use weapons properly, and provides support to local and regional military branches. CATM instructors qualify for the weapons annually to maintain proficiency. (Photo by Senior Airman Megan Munoz) https://www.jbcharleston.jb.mil/News/Article-Displ

14th Airlift Squadron Aircrew Conducts Integrated Mission Sortie

Maj. Nicholas Gillin, 14th Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III pilot, performs low-level operations during a local training mission June 26, 2019, over the Southeastern U.S. The aircrew was able to include integrated air defense during the mission to accomplish currency training while simulating assault tactics. Readiness training like this helps ensure 14th AS Airmen can provide rapid global mobility for worldwide Air Force contingencies. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Tenley Long)

JB Charleston team supports French Marine Nationale allies

U.S. Navy Cmdr. Patrick Sutton, Naval Support Activity Charleston executive officer and 628th Mission Support Group deputy commander, waits for the Marine Nationale (French Navy) Landing Helicopter Dock Tonnerre to dock at the Columbus Terminal Port as part of a deployment stopover June 21, 2019, in Charleston, S.C. Sutton and Sailors of the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron waterfront port operations spoke with leaders of LHD Tonnerre to ensure the crew received support during their stay in Charleston. Engagements such as this provide opportunities to strengthen partnerships between allies. (Photo by Tech. Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal)

JB Charleston members participate in UK memorial service

Members of the public, veterans and service members gather during the RAF Ramsbury Airfield Dedication ceremony June 9, 2019, at Ramsbury Airfield, U.K. The Remembrance Project brought veterans, Joint Base Charleston service members, RAF service members, and the public to this final ceremony. The ceremonial event was held to honor the sacrifices and strengthen the bond between the U.S. and UK. The final stage of this Airfield Remembrance Project coincides with the 75th anniversary of D-Day. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jill Neufeld)

Q and A: JB Charleston fuels Airman ‘pumped’ for award

Staff Sgt. Christopher Stuebbe, 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron forward area refueling point team chief, poses in front of his team’s sign June 17, 2019, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Stuebbe won Air Mobility Command’s NCO of the year, leading to a nomination for 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year. (Photo by Senior Airman Christian Sullivan) Q and A: JB Charleston fuels Airman ‘pumped’ for a

Flew from fighter to cargo: Pilot gains rare breadth of knowledge

Maj. Jonathan Mahan, a C-17 Globemaster III pilot assigned to the 14th Airlift Squadron, looks over his shoulder as he prepares his aircraft for refueling May 14, 2019, during flight training operations over the Gulf of Mexico. Mahan went from operating fighters on the frontline in an F-15 Eagle to delivering people, supplies and other cargo in a C-17 Globemaster III. Flew from fighter to cargo: Pilot gains rare bread