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Charleston Airman sets APEX record: 1st in AMC
September 2, 2009 — An Airman with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron here set a new record Aug. 25 by becoming the first C-17 aerial port expeditor in Air Mobility Command to reach 500 cargo loads. Staff Sgt. Nathan Dunn reached his 500th load during a local trainer mission consisting of two combat off-load pallets and a High-Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle. Dale... MORE

Staff Sgt. Nathan Dunn marshals a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle into a C-17 at Charleston AFB Aug. 24. The loading of the HMMVV marked Sergeant Dunn's 500th cargo load. Sergeant Dunn is an aerial port expeditor with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by James M. Bowman/released)

Hurricane tip of the week
September 2, 2009 — Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is the key to everyone's safety. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather and staying safe. This week's... MORE

SFS launches “Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest” crackdown
September 2, 2009 — The 437th Security Forces Squadron will be out in full force during the Labor Day holiday. They will join thousands of other law enforcement and highway safety agencies throughout the nation as they take part in the Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest crackdown on impaired driving. The enforcement blitz will last through the holiday... MORE

Blog offers support to military families
September 2, 2009 — Defense Department officials have launched a blog called, "Family Matters," dedicated to providing resources and support to military families. The blog, which can be found at http://afps.dodlive.mil, features tips from experts, and military-related topics discussing anything from deployments and separations to education benefits and child care... MORE

Defense Department officials have launched a blog called "Family Matters" that is dedicated to providing resources and support to military families. The blog features tips from experts, covering military-related topics that discuss anything from deployments and separations to education benefits and child care. (U.S. Air Force illustration)

72 Airmen to receive Sept. promotions
August 28, 2009 — Team Charleston would like to congratulate the following 72 Airmen on their upcoming September promotions: To Airman: 437th Aerial Port Squadron: Wesley Jacobs 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron: Justin Knott 437th Communications Squadron: Zhar Mendoza 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron: Jeffrey Gaudet 437th Maintenance Squadron: Austin Wild 437th... MORE

Effectiveness and efficiency: keys to smart operations, Air Force success
August 27, 2009 — As Unit Compliance Inspection teams depart a base following detailed inspections designed to ensure effective operations and competent use of resources and programs, they leave a trail of improvements for units to make in order to continue meeting mission requirements safely and efficiently. After areas needing improvements are identified, the Air... MORE

Members of the Air Force Smart Operations for the 21st Century team work to improve the Family Care Program during a meeting held here recently. The AFSO21 team helped create solid and workable solutions for the 315th Airlift Wing Family Care Program and provided a means to measure and track progress with goals and follow-up dates. The team members are with the 315 AW. (Courtesy photo)

News briefs
August 26, 2009 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 437aw.dispatch@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication. Spotlight Retirement: The 14th Airlift Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Chief Master Sgt. Robert Macon Sept. 3 at 3 p.m. in the... MORE

Construction Update: Building 174
August 26, 2009 — When construction of the new addition and interior renovations to Building 174 is completed later this year, Charleston AFB anticipates seeing significant improvements in its ability to support airdrop training and certification. Building 174 is an aerial delivery facility used to build up cargo platforms of various weights and sizes simulating... MORE

Charleston Airman shows strength for recovery
August 26, 2009 — An explosives ordnance disposal technician with the 437th Civil Engineer Squadron here mustered the strength to brace himself and stand for the first time in three weeks Aug. 21 after an explosion turned his deployment upside down. "I just want to take each day slowly but surely. In the next week or two I heard I could be on crutches," said Tech... MORE

Gen. Norton Schwartz speaks with Tech. Sgt. Michael Williams after an aeromedical evacuation mission on the flightline at Andrews AFB, Md., Aug. 7. Sergeant Williams was recently injured in Afghanistan and is currently receiving treatment at Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Washington. General Schwartz is Chief of Staff of the Air Force and Sergeant Williams is an explosives ordnance disposal technician with the 437th Civil Engineer Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Renae L. Kleckner)

CAFB 7th annual triathlon
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Brian Arndts approaches the finish line of the bicycling portion of a triathlon held here Aug. 22. Events for the triathlon also included a 450-meter swim and a 5,000-meter run. Arndts is a member of the Navy and is stationed at Naval Weapons Station Charleston.(U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman)