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Foreign ambassadors visit JB Charleston for 'Experience America' trip
October 19, 2018 — The U.S. Department of State and the Office of the Chief of Protocol hosted the 23rd Experience America trip October 14-16, 2018. More than 30 ambassadors from countries spanning four continents visited Joint Base Charleston as one of their stops for the trip. Promoting economic development is a major priority of the visit. Experience America will build relationships between the visiting ambassadors and Charleston, open doors for local organizations eager to develop global partnerships and stimulate new investment and trade possibilities. ... MORE

More than 30 foreign ambassadors and their spouses stand in front of a C-17 Globemaster III during their Experience America trip Oct. 15, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston. Hosting the ambassadors allowed JB Charleston to showcase its warfighting capabilities and assets, while also building relations with key representatives from around the globe.

SPAWAR Systems Center Atlantic welcomes new commander
October 19, 2018 — Capt. Wesley Sanders became the fifth commanding officer of Space and Naval Warfare (SPAWAR) Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic during a change of command ceremony held Oct. 18, 2018, at the SSC Atlantic conference center. During the ceremony, Capt. Scott Heller, who has commanded SSC Atlantic since July 2015, retired with more than 30 years of naval service... MORE

Capt. Wesley Sanders, commanding officer of Space and Naval Warfare (SPAWAR) Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic

JB Charleston hosts Alpha Warrior regional competition
October 16, 2018 — Nine Airmen tested their strength, agility and stamina during the Alpha Warrior regional competition here, Oct. 13, 2018.With spectators and fellow competitors cheering them on, the Airmen raced to complete 14 exercises around a structure called the “Battle Rig” as fast as possible for a chance to compete in the upcoming national championship in... MORE

Capt. Abigail Wilkins, an Air Force ROTC instructor at Valdosta State University, Ga., leaps across an incline ladder during the Alpha Warrior regional championship Oct. 13, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

628th ABW command chief retires after 30 years of service
October 12, 2018 — Families, friends, fellow Joint Base Charleston members and civic leaders said farewell and good luck to Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, during his retirement ceremony here, Oct. 5, 2018.Brig. Gen. John C. Millard, Air Mobility Command deputy director of strategic plans, requirements and programs, officiated the... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Todd Cole, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, speaks during his retirement ceremony Oct. 5, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

JB Charleston wings team up for unusual airlift
October 10, 2018 — Units across Joint Base Charleston worked together to mobilize base assets to North Auxiliary Airfield, South Carolina, during Hurricane Florence response efforts Sept. 26, 2018... MORE

A P-23 Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Truck is loaded onto a C-17 Globemaster III Sept. 26, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The P-23 weighed 44,600 pounds and was airlifted to North Auxiliary Airfield in North, S.C., to maintain emergency response readiness of the airfield after Hurricane Florence.

Airmen receive diplomas during 2018 CCAF graduation
October 5, 2018 — Joint Base Charleston leadership presented Airmen with their Community College of the Air Force degree in their respective career fields Oct. 4, 2018 at the Charleston Club. The Community College of the Air Force is a federally-chartered degree-granting institution that serves the United States Air Force's enlisted total force... MORE

Joint Base leadership presented Airmen with their Community College of the Air Force degree in their respective career fields Oct. 4, 2018 at the Charleston Club. The Community College of the Air Force is a federally-chartered degree-granting institution that serves the United States Air Forces’ enlisted total force.

Fire Prevention Week: JB Charleston Fire Department encourages residents to “Look. Listen. Learn.”
October 3, 2018 — The Joint Base Charleston Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) – the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years – to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere,” which works to educate the public about basic but essential ways to quickly and safely escape a home fire. As part of Fire Prevention Week, the Joint Base Charleston Fire Department is hosting a series of events, including displays and educational fairs at the Air Base Exchange on Oct. 8 and the Naval Exchange on Oct. 12, both from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be popcorn, sno-cones, a bouncy house and plenty of educational material and handouts, with special appearances by Sparky the Fire Dog and firefighter Big Jay. Firefighters will also be visiting the CDCs and Youth Programs throughout the week. ... MORE

"Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere."

Incentive flight recognizes high-performing JB Charleston members
October 2, 2018 — Airmen and Sailors board a C-17 Globemaster III on the flightline Oct. 2, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The service members were preparing for an incentive flight, which they earned by distinguishing themselves within their respective units. Leadership from the 628th Air Base Wing and the 437th Airlift Wing collaborated to provide flying... MORE

Airmen and Sailors board a C-17 Globemaster III on the flightline Oct. 2, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The service members were preparing for an incentive flight, which they earned by distinguishing themselves within their respective units. Leadership from the 628th Air Base Wing and the 437th Airlift Wing collaborated to provide flying opportunities for non-aircrew service members.

Sailors navigate Airmen through joint boating course
October 2, 2018 — From taxiing to takeoff, mobility Airmen are trained to operate at heights more than 40,000 feet above sea level … but few have trained out at sea. A harbor patrol course tested 13 Airmen’s sea legs Sept. 24 through Oct. 2, as they took to the classroom and Charleston’s waterways to apply newly learned skills... MORE

Sailors and Airmen participate in man overboard drills during a Shore Installation Management Basic Boat Coxswain Course Sept. 26, 2018, at Joint Base Charleston’s Naval Weapons Station, S.C. The SIMBBCC curriculum arms security forces members with skills needed to conduct harbor patrol missions and covers techniques including man overboard drills, pier approaches, towing and anchoring.

Joint Base Charleston October 2018 Briefs and Events
October 2, 2018 — All classes/appointments are typically held at the Airman & Family Readiness Center, Bldg. 500, Air Base (AB), or at the Fleet and Family Support Center, Bldg. 755, Weapons Station (WS) unless otherwise specified. Dates/times are subject to change. For the most current program listings and to reserve your seat, please call (843) 963-8883 or log onto our website www.jbcharleston.com... MORE