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Commander’s Action Line
April 12, 2011 — The Commander's Action Line is your direct link to me as the commander of Joint Base Charleston. I would ask that you first give the appropriate base agency a chance to solve the problem, but if you don't get a satisfactory answer, call me at 963-5581, or send an e-mail to 628abw.action@charleston.af.mil. This forum is your opportunity to make... MORE

Air Expo Demo Teams visit local community
April 11, 2011 — Members from two Air Combat Command demonstration teams visited a local school and hospital shortly after arriving at Joint Base Charleston April 7 for Air Expo 2011. The Air Force's F-15E and A-10 demonstration teams used their free time to visit students and patients in order to talk about current air power and the expo.Hours after landing on JB... MORE

A student at Berkeley High School in Charleston, S.C., asks members of the F-15E Demonstration Team questions about their flying equipment during the team’s visit into the local community April 7. The demo team represented the Air Force as they gave a presentation about equipment used and training received to help secure the Air Force’s air superiority. The demo team also participated in the 2011 Air Expo at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., April 9. (U.S. Air Force photo/Tech. Sgt. Chrissy Best)

Air Base News Briefs - April 8
April 6, 2011 — 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.TuesdayBlended parenting: Learn to understand blended family issues, common complaints from adults and kids, stages of adjustment, characteristics of a... MORE

U. S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration team
April 5, 2011 — The Black Daggers are the official U.S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration Team. Their mission is to perform live aerial demonstrations in support of Army Special Operations community relations and recruiting. Comprised of volunteers from throughout Army Special Operations the Black Daggers have diverse backgrounds and are... MORE

A Black Dagger makes his entrance while streaming smoke. The Black Daggers are the official U.S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration team. (Photo courtesy/U.S. Army)

Tora, Tora, Tora
April 5, 2011 — "Tora, Tora, Tora" is the Commemorative Air Force's recreation of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor that signaled the beginning of the American involvement in World War II. Designed as a living history lesson, "Tora, Tora, Tora" is intended as a memorial to all the soldiers on both sides who gave their lives for their countries. Tora, Tora, Tora... MORE

Tora, Tora, Tora recreates the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and will be performing at the Air Expo 2011 on Joint Base Charleston, April 9. (Photo courtesy/Tora, Tora, Tora)

Air Base News Briefs - April 1
March 30, 2011 — 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.MondayInvesting Demystified (for beginners): This class is ideal for the first time investor and explains the most common types of investments and... MORE

Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation accepting scholarship applications for upcoming academic year
March 30, 2011 — Balfour Beatty Communities Foundation is accepting academic scholarship applications for the 2011-2012 academic year to reward high school and undergraduate students of military members who live in family housing and need financial assistance. The scholarship is designed to recognize these students' educational and leadership efforts.Undergraduate... MORE

JB CHS tests emergency response for upcoming expo
March 23, 2011 — Team Charleston participated in a mandatory major accident response exercise March 22, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, in preparation for the upcoming Air Expo April 9. The MARE tested the response and capabilities of base emergency personnel during a simulated aircraft mishap when two airplanes clipped wings and collided."The exercise was a... MORE

Capt. Holly Kingston assists a simulated victim onto a litter during a Mass
Accident Response Exercise at Joint Base Charleston, SC, Mar. 22. The MARE
is a necessary step to prepare all Joint Base Charleston members for the
upcoming 2011 Air Expo. The exercise is used to help test and train the
supporting agencies who would respond in case of an emergency. Capt.
Kingston is assigned to 628th Medical Group (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior
Airman Brianna Veesart)

Air Expo line up announced.
March 23, 2011 — The following events are scheduled for this year's Air Expo, April 9. U.S. Air Force ThunderbirdsThe Thunderbirds, separated only by inches, have flown in front of more than 427 million people in aerial demonstrations throughout the U.S. and around the world since their first demonstration in May 1953 when they were designated the 3600th Air... MORE

Air Base News Briefs – Mar. 25
March 23, 2011 — 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.FridayJoint Base Charleston Annual Motorcycle Safety Day: The annual Motorcycle Safety Day Rodeo is March 25. The briefing is mandatory for all Joint... MORE