Charleston Air Force Base News

Holocaust Remembrance Day 2022

Pentagon News — Thu, 12 May 2022 18:53:00 GMT

In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, Joseph Rotstein, Jewish Federation of Charleston member, gave a presentation to honor the survivors as well as the victims of the Holocaust at the base theater on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, May 2, 2022.

Eighteenth Air Force leaders visit Joint Base Charleston service members

Senior Airman Allison Payne — Mon, 01 Mar 2021 21:29:00 GMT

Maj. Gen. Thad Bibb 18th Air Force commander, paid a visit to Joint Base Charleston Airmen Feb. 24-26, 2021, as part of an effort to learn more about the daily mission of the 437th Airlift Wing and its support to the 18th Air Force. Bibb was accompanied by Chief Master Sgt. Chad W. Bickley, 18th Air Force command chief master sergeant. Hosted by Col. Jaron Roux, 437th AW commander, 18th Air Force leaders toured various facilities across the installation for a behind-the-scenes look at base operations while also visiting with service members in action.

City of Hanahan honors veterans with Red, White, Blue Festival

Staff Sgt. Megan Munoz — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 21:14:56 GMT

Members of the local community came together for the 8th annual Red, White and Blue Festival at the

Fall Safety Tips

Neysa Williams — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 17:51:00 GMT

As the air turns cooler and leaves drop from the trees, it's important to keep a few important fall safety tips in mind. With proper precautions and safety awareness, your family can enjoy that crisp, autumn weather while avoiding some of the dangers that come with the season.

Without water, there is no base

Air Force Airman 1st Class Cory Davis — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:31:00 GMT

The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Water and Fuel System Maintenance Flight is responsible for the water and fuel systems at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. Personnel assigned to the 628th CES/WFSM are responsible for the upkeep of sewer lines, fire suppression systems and water distribution.

628 ABW commander receives immersion into 628 SFS

Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs — Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:12:04 GMT

Greene participated in multiple immersion briefs to learn more about Joint Base Charleston and the

16th AS delivers hope, develops community bonds

Staff Sgt. Megan Munoz — Fri, 01 May 2020 19:24:00 GMT

The 437th Airlift Wing’s mission is to provide safe, precise reliable airlift anytime, anywhere. The wing has one of the largest fleets of C-17 Globemaster III aircraft in the Air Force and contributes to a significant portion of Air Mobility Command’s missions. The 16th Airlift Squadron supports this mission by developing leaders, caring for families, projecting power and delivering hope.

CAP Shadows JB Charleston

Staff Sgt. Rion Ehrman — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 18:34:14 GMT

Cadets from the Charleston Civil Air Patrol toured Joint Base Charleston, Feb. 15, 2020, to strengthen partnerships between Civil Air Patrol and the Air Force.

ATA Conference highlights Air Mobility Command priorities

Staff Sgt. Lindsey Gulliver — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 19:25:12 GMT

Approximately 2,000 attendees participated in forums, listened to speeches and attended workshops at the 51st Airlift/Tanker Association Convention, Technology Expo and Industry Interface, Oct. 23-26, in Orlando, Florida.

First, second ladies visit JB Charleston

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Wed, 30 Oct 2019 21:28:00 GMT

First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Karen Pence visited JB Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 31st to get a first-hand look at emergency preparedness efforts within the base and local community.

43rd, 375th AES conduct TIS training at JB Charleston

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Tue, 29 Oct 2019 14:57:00 GMT

Members of the 43rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron from Pope Army Air Field, North Carolina, and 375th AES from Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, conducted a Transport Isolation System training exercise to maintain readiness at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, October 21-24.

JB Charleston participates in Red Ribbon Week

Airman Sara Jenkins — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 18:03:00 GMT

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens, 40 percent of 12th graders said they have used a drug at least once in the past year. Red Ribbon Week, which takes place October 23-31, is an awareness program that began in 1985 as a way to show opposition to drugs as stated by the Get Smart About Drugs foundation. Marrington Elementary School is celebrating Red Ribbon Week with various events and activities such as spirit days, fundraisers and an assembly featuring narcotic detection military working dogs. Students are always encouraged to not take drugs, but during Red Ribbon Week there is extra emphasis and students are given strategies to say no when confronted with negative choices.

Team Charleston celebrates Navy birthday at Navy Ball

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 15:06:15 GMT

Members of Team Charleston attended the Joint Base Charleston Navy Ball Oct. 13, 2019 at the

2019 AIR FORCE BALL

Airman 1st Class Cory J. Davis — Tue, 24 Sep 2019 18:30:00 GMT

Retired Army Staff Sgt. Dan Powers, a former squad leader with the 118th military police company,

JB Charleston FD welcomes new trucks, honors past firefighters

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:01:00 GMT

The 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department held a push-in ceremony to welcome two new firetrucks, a P-26 water tanker and a P-26 aerial apparatus, to their fleet at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Aug. 27, 2019.

AMC commander, command chief visit JB Charleston

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Tue, 06 Aug 2019 18:39:26 GMT

Gen. Maryanne Miller, commander of Air Mobility Command, and Chief Master Sgt. Terrence Greene, AMC command chief master sergeant, visited Joint Base Charleston, July 29 to August 1.

CATM zeroes in on targets

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 19:02:00 GMT

Staff Sgt. Rossitor Alexander, an instructor assigned to the 628th Security Forces Squadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance flight, qualified for proficiency in the 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.

AFSBn Charleston welcomes new commander

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Wed, 03 Jul 2019 15:50:00 GMT

Army Field Support Batallion (AFSBn) hosted a change of command ceremony at the Joint Base

NAVCON Brig Charleston receives new commanding officer

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Mon, 01 Jul 2019 13:41:00 GMT

Naval Consolidated (NAVCON) Brig Charleston hosted a change of command ceremony June 28, 2019, Joint

628th FSS hosts Change of Command ceremony

Senior Airman Megan Munoz — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 19:04:00 GMT

The 628th Force Support Squadron hosted a change of command ceremony at the Charleston Club June 21,