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CAFB maintainers make metalworking magic
July 1, 2009 — When the strength of aircraft metals failed recently, Charleston AFB structural and metals technology maintainers seized a chance to show their determination and teamwork was stronger.The opportunity resulted from an overseas mission, involving the loading of a helicopter into a Charleston-based C-17, where a crack was sustained in the airplane's... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Stephen Sarkany inserts a high speed drill bit into a vertical machining center drill at the metals technology shop here July 1. The drill was used to fabricate a section of cargo flooring for a damaged C-17 from a piece of unformed aluminum. Sergeant Sarkany is the swing shift supervisor for the 437 MXS metals technology shop. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

WWII veterans share wartime stories with Airmen
July 1, 2009 — This week a new generation of Airmen came face-to-face with the Greatest Generation when a group of World War II veterans from the 493rd Fighter Squadron visited Charleston AFB June. 29. The 16th Airlift Squadron here hosted the group along with Lt. Col. Michael King, 493 FS commander from Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom, as they toured... MORE

Capt. Ryan Daugherty explains the inner workings of a C-17 to a group of World War II veterans June 29. The veterans were pilots and ground crew members from the 493rd Fighter Squadron. Captain Daugherty is a pilot with the 16th Airlift Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Daniel Bowles)

News briefs
July 1, 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. 4th Of July Celebrations: Mount Pleasant: 13th Annual 4th of July Blast at Patriot's Point 4 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $5 after 5 p.m... MORE

Base welcomes new SFS commander
July 1, 2009 — The 437th Security Forces Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 26 at the Charleston Club. Maj. Christopher Callis, who is a Distinguished Graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, Spanish speaking, at the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation at Fort Benning, Ga., replaced Lt... MORE

New CES commander takes the reigns
July 1, 2009 — The 437th Civil Engineer Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 26 at the Charleston Club.Lt. Col. Richard Sanders, the former 51st Civil Engineer Squadron deputy commander at Osan Air Base, Korea, replaced Lt. Col. Jeffrey Todd as commander.Colonel Todd will become the 611th Air Support Group deputy commander at... MORE

Lt. Col. Richard Sanders, 437th Civil Engineer Squadron commander

Construction Update
July 1, 2009 — Base Picnic Grounds In addition to hosting the base picnic and annual Earth Day celebration, the Charleston AFB picnic grounds are used every day by both military and civilian personnel for going-away celebrations, physical training, squadron picnics and recreation. In addition, the picnic grounds are a well known place for Airmen and their family... MORE

Base welcomes new SFS commander
July 1, 2009 — The 437th Security Forces Squadron welcomed a new commander during a change of command ceremony June 26 at the Charleston Club. Maj. Christopher Callis, who is a Distinguished Graduate of the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College, Spanish speaking, at the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation at Fort Benning, Ga., replaced Lt... MORE

Discipline … in everything we do
July 1, 2009 — I've been an assistant first sergeant for approximately nine months, and throughout my tenure, I have seen many disciplinary issues come across the commander's and first sergeant's desk. There were those that were minor in nature and those that ended in court martial or separation. From all of these issues, one question came to my mind: how could... MORE

Honor Guard Spotlight: Senior Airman Yoan Gomez
July 1, 2009 — Name: Senior Airman Yoan Gomez Unit and job title: 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron, materiel management journeyman Time in the Air Force: two years Time in the honor guard: one year What inspired you to join the honor guard? It was how well and precise honor guard members perform and the professional way they carry themselves. What is your... MORE

Hurricane tip of the week
July 1, 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 key. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather and keeping safe. This week's hurricane tip is: - Check the... MORE