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JB Charleston congratulates newest chiefs
February 15, 2017 — From left to right: retired Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, 16th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, recognizes Chief Master Sgt. Jehad Karriem, 315th Aerospace Medical Squadron superintendent, along with Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th Airlift Wing command chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher K. Berg, 437th Airlift Wing command chief,... MORE

From left to right: retired Chief Master Sgt. James Roy, 16th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, recognizes Chief Master Sgt. Jehad Karriem, 315th Aerospace Medical Squadron superintendent, along with Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th Airlift Wing command chief, and Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher K. Berg, 437th Airlift Wing command chief, during the chief master sergeant recognition ceremony at the Charleston Club Feb. 11, 2017. Chief master sergeant is the highest enlisted rank in the Air Force held by one percent of the enlisted force.

437th Airlift Wing 2016 Combat Annual Awards
February 15, 2017 — Team Charleston celebrates during the 437th Airlift Wing 2016 Combat Annual Awards Feb. 10, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina.Key Spouse of the Year: Kayla St. Piere – 437th Maintenance SquadronFirst Sergeant of the Year: Master Sgt. Angela Bergerstock – 437th Aerial Port SquadronCategory 1 Civilian of the Year: Dominick Ward – 437th... MORE

The 437th Airlift Wing annual award winners pose with leadership during the 2016 Combat Annual Awards ceremony at Nose Dock 2, Feb. 10, 2017. These Airmen and civilians were recognized for their dedication and hard work during 2016.

Gun locks provide additional safety
February 15, 2017 — The Army & Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) will hold a gun sale on February 23, 2017, between 11 am and 1 pm at the Main Exchange here. Personnel from the 628th Security Forces Squadron will distribute security locks for weapons to any interested parties. Additionally, anyone can visit the Security Forces buildings (building 254 on the Air Base... MORE

AMC leader visits JB Charleston
February 15, 2017 — U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Stacey T. Hawkins, center, Air Mobility Command Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection director, talks with Senior Airman Alex Corbett, left, 437th Aerial Port Squadron passenger services technician, at the temporary passenger terminal on Feb. 9, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. Hawkins visited multiple... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Stacey T. Hawkins, center, Air Mobility Command Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection director, talks with Senior Airman Alex Corbett, left, 437th Aerial Port Squadron passenger services technician, at the temporary passenger terminal on Feb. 9, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. Hawkins visited multiple facilities on JB Charleston during his visit to meet with Airmen and senior leaders to discuss operations.

JB Charleston participates in National Children’s Dental Health Month
February 14, 2017 — February is National Children's Dental Health Month. Developing good habits early in life and teaching children to care for their teeth is essential to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles. A child's primary teeth, sometimes called "baby teeth," are as important as permanent adult teeth. Primary teeth typically begin to appear when an infant is... MORE

Lt. Col. Nathan Schwamburger, 628th Medical Group Dental Clinic chief of dental services, left, sits with Francisco Bartolome, Marrington Elementary School student body president, during a National Children’s Dental Health Month outreach event at Marrington Elementary School, Feb. 10, 2017. Establishing a good dental routine and going to the dentist regularly at an early age can help children develop life-long habits for healthy teeth and gums. The dental clinic will reach out to the Child Development Center, youth center and other schools throughout the month of February to educate children on dental health.

JB Charleston ALS graduation 17-B
February 14, 2017 — U.S Air Force Col. Gregory Gilmour, left, 315th Airlift Wing (AW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th AW command chief, congratulate Senior Airman Peter Boyd, center, 628th Medical Group biomedical maintenance technician, for receiving the John L. Levitow Award during an Airman Leadership School Graduation ceremony Feb. 9, 2017, at... MORE

U.S Air Force Col. Gregory Gilmour, left, 315th Airlift Wing (AW) commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Mark Barber, 315th AW command chief, congratulate Senior Airman Peter Boyd, center, 628th Medical Group biomedical maintenance technician, for receiving the John L. Levitow Award during an Airman Leadership School Graduation ceremony Feb. 9, 2017, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The Levitow Award is the highest honor bestowed during ALS and is awarded to the Airman who displays the highest level of leadership qualities.

437th AW captain completes ASPC
February 14, 2017 — An aircraft maintenance officer graduated from the inaugural Advanced Sortie Production Course (ASPC) at the Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operations Schoolhouse (AMMOS) at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 7.Capt. Shawn Cox, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron officer in charge, was a part of ASPC class 16-A, the first class of the course... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Sean Cox, (right), 437th Aircraft Maintenance Unit officer in charge, and Staff Sgt. Dustin Wineinger, (left), 373rd Training Squadron Detachment 5 aeronautical repair instructor, inspect a landing gear training assembly. Cox was one of 15 Air Force officers selected to attend the inaugural Advanced Sortie Production Course at the Advanced Maintenance and Munitions Operations Schoolhouse at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 7, 2016.

C-17 pilot retires after more than 35 years of service
February 13, 2017 — The oldest C-17 pilot in the Air Force retires, whose departure marks the end of a legendary career. With more than 35 years of dedicated service, Lt. Col. Rick Davis, 317th Airlift Squadron aircraft operations officer, retired following an official ceremony Feb. 12, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina... MORE

(From left) Former 315th Airlift Wing Vice Commander, Maj. Gen. Michael Kim, mobilization assistant to the Air Force Reserve Command commander, officiated over Lt. Col. Rick Davis', 317 Airlift Squadron, with a retirement certificate during his retirement ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C Feb. 12. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tom Brading)

Outstanding performers recognized during 628th ABW commander's call
February 10, 2017 — Col. Robert Lyman, 628th Air Base Wing commander, addresses Airmen during a commander’s call at the Charleston Club Feb 3, 2017. The commander’s call covered plans for the dining facility, the importance of safe driving and a briefing about the blended retirement plan. MORE

Col. Robert Lyman, 628th Air Base Wing commander, addresses Airmen during a commander’s call at the Charleston Club Feb 3, 2017. The commander’s call covered plans for the dining facility, the importance of safe driving and a briefing about the blended retirement plan.

Paratroopers honor legacy, professional development with 437th AW
February 7, 2017 — The USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier houses exhibits, artifacts, interactive features and the names of many heroes from the Army, Air Force and Navy. The museum pays tribute to all Medal of Honor recipients. One of the recipients is Sgt. 1st Class Felix Conde-Falcon, a Paratrooper once assigned to the 1st Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment,... MORE

U.S. Army Capt. Neal Trump, 1st Battalion, 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat team, 82nd Airborne Division (1-505 PIR, 3 BCT 82 Abn. Div.) jumpmaster, left, listens as U.S. Air Force Capt. Patrick Griffin, 14th Airlift Squadron pilot, right, explains the different components of a cockpit during a C-17 Globemaster III tour here, Feb. 3, 2017. During the visit Airmen from the 437th Airlift Wing discussed air drops, Army and Air Force capabilities, equipment characteristics and combat power with the 1-505 PIR, 3 BCT 82 Abn. Div. Soldiers. The tour provided the opportunity to develop more effective joint force airborne operations in the future. While in Charleston, the Soldiers also visited the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point to pay tribute to a Medal of Honor recipient, U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Felix Conde-Falcon, a paratrooper from the 1-505 PIR, 3 BCT 82 Abn. Div.