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Air Force, Army join up to participate in Joint Forcible Entry Exercise
July 8, 2009 — While I sat in the crewrest area of a C-17 the evening of June 24 and felt the turbulence from the surrounding planes, I leaned my head back and smiled with the understanding that this was, quite possibly, the coolest thing I have ever done. A few weeks ago I was informed a freelance reporter was interested in writing an article covering the C-17... MORE

Paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division prepare to jump from a C-17, June 24 during Joint Forcible Entry Exercise. Along with the paratroopers, two HMMWVs were dropped from the aircraft prior to the paratroopers’ jump. (U.S. Air Force Photo by 1st Lt. Chris Hoyler)

1CTCS welcomes new commander
July 8, 2009 — The 1st Combat Camera Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony July 1 at the Charleston Club. Lt. Col. Aaron Burgstein, who is a recent graduate of the School of Advanced Air and Space Power at Maxwell AFB, Ala., where he earned his master's degree in Airpower Art and Science, replaced Lt. Col. Robyn Chumley as... MORE

AMXS welcomes new commander
July 8, 2009 — The 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 30 at Nose Dock 2. Maj. Jonathan Downing, who is a recent graduate of the Naval Command and Staff College in Newport, R.I., where he was a distinguished graduate and earned a master's degree in National Security and Strategic Studies, replaced... MORE

Maj. Jonathan Downing, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron commander

Warrior of the Week: Staff Sgt. Nicholas Burtch
July 8, 2009 — Staff Sgt. Nicholas Burtch is a member of the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for about two years. He is currently deployed to the Middle East where he is the NCO in charge of the Provincial Reconstruction Team with the 755th Air Expeditionary Group. Sergeant Burtch's responsibilities include ordering,... MORE

News briefs
July 8, 2009 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to airlift.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. Change of Commands 437th Operations Support Squadron change of command: Lt. Col. Richard Moore Jr., will relinquish command to Lt. Col. James... MORE

Charleston AFB Engine Shop
July 7, 2009 — MORE

Corey Seeber checks the inside of a C-17 engine here June 18 to make sure there are no leaks in the reverser at the engine test cell. The all-civilian engine shop installs, inspects and repairs five to six engines a month. The thrust reverser is a secondary braking system for the aircraft. Mr. Seeber is an aviation maintenance technician with United Airlines. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)(Released)

FSS welcomes new commander
July 7, 2009 — The 437th Force Support Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 30 at the Charleston Club. Maj. Tara White, the former Human Resources Branch Chief, Integrated Resources Division, European Plans and Operations Center, Headquarters European Command, Stuttgart, Germany, replaced Lt. Col. John Silverman as commander... MORE

Commander's Comments
July 2, 2009 — July 4th is a celebration of our independence and the forging of a new path for a nation. I am reminded of the sacrifices our nation has made so we may enjoy the hallowed sanctities of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. President Lincoln spoke of patriotism not only as pride in where one lives, but the fortitude of conviction in a life... MORE

Col. John Wood and Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey pose for a group photo with Charleston AFBs newest chief master sergeant, Chief Master Sgt. Robert Frank and the base's first sergeants. Colonel Wood is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Chief Master Sgt. Ivery is the 437 AW command chief and Chief Master Sgt. Frank is a member of the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Katie Gieratz)

Commander's Action Line
July 1, 2009 — Comment: Hello, I would like to take the time to express my concerns for the service I received at our Outdoor Recreational Center. My first concern is the policy of no refunds. Our squadron had signed out miscellaneous equipment for our summer picnic for a period of one week. The event was moved shortly after to a different date for weather... MORE

437 APS prepares for Rodeo 2009
July 1, 2009 — MORE

Senior Airman James Tench, left, and Senior Airman Luther Franklin flip a tire during an obstacle course held here June 24. The Airmen and their team are building their endurance for the Rodeo 2009 readiness competition scheduled to be held at McChord AFB, Wash., July 19-25. Rodeo 2009 is expected to draw more than 100 teams and 2,500 people from the Air Force and Air Force Reserve, as well as allied nations. The Airmen are air transportation specialists with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/James M. Bowman) (RELEASED)