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We do it better than anybody
July 27, 2012 — "We bring the word 'rapid' to rapid global mobility. We do it for allies, we do it for partners, and we do it for friends. We do it because we have to, because it is what Americans do, and we do it better than anybody," said Lt. Gen. Mark F. Ramsay when he assumed command of the 18th Air Force here Sept. 23, 2011. Since that time the command's... MORE

Weapons Station – News Briefs
July 26, 2012 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. 755. For more information and to register, call (843) 764-7480.August... MORE

628th SFS implements bike patrol
July 25, 2012 — 628th Security Forces Squadron Airmen can be spotted guarding entry points to the installation, providing security on Joint Base Charleston's shoreline, and conducting runs in their "patrol vehicles," but beginning August 2012, SFS Airmen will be seen offering security via bicycles. The 628th SFS will implement the new Bike Patrol program next... MORE

Air Base – News Briefs
July 25, 2012 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center unless otherwise specified. For more information, call 963-4406.July... MORE

437th Aerial Port Airmen!
July 25, 2012 — MORE

Senior Airman Kyle Greer, 437th Aerial Port Squadron journeyman, checks the oil on a 60K Tunner loader, July 17, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The 437th APS provides out-load support for the nation’s premier rapid deployment forces: XVIII Airborne Corps, 82nd Airborne Division, Joint Special Operations Command and 43rd Airlift Wing. The squadron is prepared to meet short-notice, worldwide mobility taskings in support of national objectives, and plans and executes support for more than 50 percent of all joint airborne and air transportability training missions flown by Air Mobility Command/Reserve forces in support of Joint Operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

16th Airlift Squadron Change of Command
July 25, 2012 — MORE

Colonel Erik Hansen, 437th Airlift Wing commander, receives the squadron guidon from Lt. Col. Todd Hohn, 16th Airlift Squadron, 437th AW outgoing commander, during the 16th AS Change of Command ceremony, July 23, 2012, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. The passing of the guidon symbolizes the changing of a command. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class Chacarra Walker)

Foundation for Success: Charleston Airman returns from deployment
July 25, 2012 — Organizing a medical supply closet that was overflowing with random dental supplies, providing emergency care for patients, as well as being the first, and only, Air Force dental advisor in the battle-scarred region of Afghanistan were just some of the challenges faced by Maj. Courtney Schapira from the 628th Medical Group at Joint Base Charleston,... MORE

Major Courtney Schapira, 628th Medical Group dentist, poses for a photograph with Sayad Dost-M Amiri, Paktia Regional Military Hospital dental clinic chief, in Gardez, Afghanistan sometime during her deployment from November 2011 until May 2012. Schapira was the first, and only, Air Force dental advisor in Afghanistan. (Courtesy photo)

628th LRS demonstrates FARP mission
July 25, 2012 — MORE

628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Forward Area Refueling Point operation equipment is displayed during a demonstration at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, July 12, 2012. The FARP’s mission is to hot refuel, refueling while the aircrafts’ engines are operating, from a transport aircraft (C-17 Globemaster III) to a receiver aircraft, under the cover of darkness in an austere environment. The team’s capability to refuel aircraft in remote locations helps support special operations teams worldwide. The C-17 Globemaster III not only has the capability to fly long distances and land in remote airfields in rough, land-locked regions, but it can also carry large equipment, supplies and troops directly to small airfields in harsh terrain anywhere in the world, day or night. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ashlee Galloway)

Make plans for the 2012 hunting season
July 24, 2012 — Hunting permits are currently available at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station Outdoor Adventure Center for the 2012 deer season which begins Aug. 15 and runs through Jan. 1, 2013.As a result of joint basing, the hunting program for JB Charleston - Weapons Station has been combined with the program at Joint Base Charleston - North Auxiliary Air... MORE

Enjoying the great outdoors ...safely
July 24, 2012 — We're more than halfway through the "101 Critical Days of Summer" and Joint Base Charleston Airmen and Sailors have done a great job staying safe so far. However, let's not lower our guard just yet as there are still plenty of warm, sunny days ahead. One thing is for sure, the "Dog Days of Summer" are upon us and a little extra precaution is needed... MORE