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Technical problems halt Air Force travel and military pay processing
May 20, 2009 — During the week of May 4 to 8, as migration of the Air Force Material Command workload to the Air Force Financial Services Center was taking place, AFFSC encountered a significant technical problem resulting in an immediate halt to all travel and military pay processing. According to Air Mobility Command's Financial Management leadership, the cause... MORE

Holiday weekend kicks off start of summer
May 20, 2009 — In a message released May 19 from Gen. Arthur Lichte, commander of Air Mobility Command, Airmen are encouraged to return back to basics as the warm weather arrives, keeping safety in mind. During the summer months, many of us will enjoy exciting and fun-filled activities with friends and family. Picnics, outdoor sports and swimming sit at the top... MORE

Construction update: C-17 flight simulator addition
May 20, 2009 — A construction contract is expected to be awarded in May to build a large, two-story addition to Building 108 in order to house a new, state-of-the-art C-17 flight simulator, a loadmaster trainer and other related training equipment. The existing facility's three flight simulators and loadmaster trainer currently operate 24-hours-a-day to meet the... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Idol
May 20, 2009 — Staff Sgt. Jeffrey Idol is a member of the 437th Communications Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for approximately five years. Sergeant Idol is currently deployed to the Middle East with the 332nd Expeditionary Communications Squadron as a security manager. His responsibilities include verifying the clearance levels of all incoming... MORE

437 AW justice files; April
May 19, 2009 — Three members of Charleston AFB received the following non-judicial punishments under Article 15 of the Uniform Code of Military Justice in April: A 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron staff sergeant received an Article 15 for possessing sexually explicit material while deployed, making a false official statement and downloading and distributing... MORE

Judge Advocate Badge, U.S. Air Force graphic. Image is 7x6 inches @ 300 ppi.

Family care plans: What are they and who needs one?
May 19, 2009 — In our expeditionary Air Force today, many Airmen are deployed on a daily basis supporting combat operations and humanitarian relief efforts in support of the Global War on Terrorism. It is important to point out that the Air Force mission is not complete without the efforts of everyone, including our families. This is why taking care of our people... MORE

Top-performing Airmen selected for promotion
May 19, 2009 — Sixty Charleston Airmen were selected for promotion to master sergeant May 14. This year, 22,748 Airmen were eligible for promotion to master sergeant, and 5,604 were selected, an Air Force-wide selection rate of 24.64 percent. Those technical sergeants selected for promotion to master sergeant are: 14th Airlift Squadron: David Feaster 15th Airlift... MORE

The spread of H1N1 influenza can be prevented
May 19, 2009 — The recent appearance of a previously unrecognized strain of influenza has caused great concern worldwide. Commonly known as H1N1 influenza, the viral illness has spread rapidly from its apparent origin in Mexico to other countries, including the U.S. Fortunately, the symptoms of illness in U.S. patients have been mild, similar to the symptoms... MORE

New uniforms: comfortable, functional are goals
May 19, 2009 — Officials from the Uniform Program Office at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, continue to work for Airmen, researching and purchasing uniforms that provide more function, protection and comfort. The Air Force chief of staff met with Airmen April 21 for an update on clothing issues Airmen face as they support global mission requirements. Gen. Norton... MORE

Changes are in the works for the airman battle uniform and the physical training uniform. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration)

NASCAR visits Base
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Chief Master Sgt. Reggie Bass, and Master Sgts. Judy Whidbee and John Rosati check out the NASCAR Crown Royal car in front of the Base Exchange here May 14. The car was shown at Charleston in support of a recent AAFES tour. These airmen are with Headquarters Air Force Reserve Command, Robins AFB, Ga.