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437th MXG instructors teach aircraft decontamination procedures
April 3, 2020 — Members of the 437th Maintenance Group began implementation of a C-17 COVID-19 Decontamination Course at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, March 28, 2020. A team of instructors were selected within the group to help reduce health risks associated with COVID-19 for those continuing to support Air Mobility Command’s rapid global mobility mission during the world-wide pandemic. ... MORE

Master Sgt. Tyrell Hanley, left, 437th Maintenance Group development and instructor section chief, and Staff Sgt. Myren Richardson, center left, 437th MXG aircraft maintenance instructor, teach Senior Airman Evan Meyer, center right, and Staff Sgt. Michael Wells, both 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chiefs, how to disinfect the interior of a C-17 Globemaster III using a mock C-17 aircraft trainer during a C-17 COVID-19 Decontamination Course at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 2, 2020. Members of the 437th MXG began implementation of the course March 28, 2020 to help ensure the safety of maintainers, aerial port personnel, aircrew and passengers while continuing support of Air Mobility Command’s rapid global mobility mission during the global pandemic.

Team Charleston Airman represents excellence in all she does
April 3, 2020 — Master Sgt. Cary Ann Thomas is known to some as the 628th Contracting Squadron’s contingency cell section chief; however, she is known by many as the kind-hearted, supportive jokester amongst her peers. She describes herself to be more sensitive than most people think, and feels her sensitivity helps to portray her as the kind of friend people naturally feel comfortable leaning on for support. She also believes herself to be a workaholic, as she feels it’s important to continually push herself to do even better, all with the cheers and support from her supervisor... MORE

Master Sgt. Cary Ann Thomas, 628th Contracting Squadron contingency cell section chief, presents her Coast Guard chief recognition pin at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 31, 2020.

JB Charleston vehicle management maintains mission
April 3, 2020 — Senior Airman Jebren Medina, a 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle mechanic, works in his office at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 30, 2020. 628th LRS vehicle management specialists have the responsibility of inspecting, troubleshooting and repairing specialized vehicles which support the Air Force mission. “We’re keeping the mission here going in vehicle management by doing things safely. We have social distancing measures put in place as our folks are still getting the mission done daily. A lot of vehicles on this base have a direct impact to base support functions like civil engineering, as well as flightline operations, so in order to make sure those vehicles stay running we do a lot of prioritizing as well as making sure the right people are put into place to fix the right assets.” - Capt. David Sage, 628th LRS vehicle logistics flight commander ... MORE

Senior Airman Jebren Medina, a 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle mechanic, works in his office at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 30, 2020.

Team Charleston leadership greets, informs visitors
April 3, 2020 — Chief Master Sgt. Michael Cole, left, 628th Air Base Wing command chief master sergeant, and Senior Airman Khristian Breaux, 628th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, direct and inform visitors about installation changes at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 31, 2020. As of March 28, 2020, only mission critical personnel are authorized access to the base Monday through Friday to minimize health risks associated with COVID-19. Service members and families are encouraged to contact their chain of command for any COVID-19 related questions... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Michael Cole, left, 628th Air Base Wing command chief master sergeant, and Senior Airman Khristian Breaux, 628th Security Forces Squadron entry controller, direct and inform visitors about installation changes at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 31, 2020.

JB Charleston assists in repatriation of US citizens
April 3, 2020 — Passengers were flown from Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras.The American citizens were transported to JB Charleston as part of an ongoing interagency effort led by the U.S. State Department to assist American citizens unable to return home from countries around the world during the COVID-19 pandemic... MORE

Capt. Garrett Iapicco, 40th Airlift Squadron pilot, escorts a family off of a C-130J Super Hercules at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. April 1, 2020. The passengers were flown from Soto Cano Air Base, Honduras.The American citizens were transported to JB Charleston as part of an ongoing interagency effort led by the U.S. State Department to assist American citizens unable to return home from countries around the world during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Social Distancing Order
April 1, 2020 — Follow the link below to access the social distancing order... MORE

JB Charleston BX continues to serve
March 30, 2020 — Lesley Richardson, a department manager for the Base Exchange main store, poses for a photo in the Exchange on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 23, 2020. The Base Exchange has services such as military clothing sales, a barber shop, alterations, and a food court. The Exchange is taking precautions to limit the spread of COVID-19, such as reducing... MORE

Lesley Richardson, a department manager for the Base Exchange main store, poses for a photo in the Exchange on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 23, 2020.

SOUTHCOM supports transport of U.S. citizens from Honduras to U.S.
March 20, 2020 — Senior Airman Tanner Huff, 39th Airlift Squadron loadmaster assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Tx., performs post-flight checks on a C-130 Hercules at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 20, 2020. The C-130 returned with members of the U.S. women’s football team who were previously unable to return. Air Mobility Command stands ready to do everything... MORE

Senior Airman Tanner Huff, 39th Airlift Squadron loadmaster assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Tx., performs post-flight checks on a C-130 Hercules at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., March 20, 2020.

Joint Base Charleston announces first positive COVID-19 case, adjusts manning to mission-critical personnel
March 18, 2020 — An Active-duty Airman assigned to Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, is currently undergoing treatment following a positive COVID-19 test. “Leadership is continually monitoring the situation and working closely with the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to coordinate prevention and response efforts in the local area. We are providing installation personnel and their families with up-to-date information on appropriate measures to prevent potential spread of the virus, as well as any impact to local activities,” said Col. Terrence Adams, commander. Additionally, Adams declared a public health emergency for installation personnel and issued a policy for all non-mission critical personnel to work from home to the extent practical and allowable to slow the spread of the virus within the community and to keep members of Team Charleston safe. Personnel should contact their chain of command for questions on mission-critical protocol. He added that he and his team are in constant communication with all applicable DOD agencies to provide the most up-to-date information possible... MORE

JB Charleston Commissary access changes
March 18, 2020 — Starting Wednesday, March 18th, only Military and DOD ID card holders will be allowed to enter the Commissary due to the current COVID-19 threat. Pre-approved caregivers will also be allowed to accompany the card holder. Thank you for your patience as we work to limit exposure to our patrons and staff... MORE