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Off we go
December 18, 2008 — MORE

Charleston AFB C-17's fly as part of a 13 aircraft formation training exercise here Dec. 18. The formation flight demonstrated the U.S. Air Force's strategic capability. The training mission included airdrops over North Auxiliary Airfield in Orangeburg, S.C., and aerial refueling training. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Cassetty)

Life-risking Airmen receive more than pat on back
December 17, 2008 — The AC-130U unexpectedly received enemy fire while providing close air support for a special operations unit on the ground. The gunship strategically moved through the air providing cover fire and continued on with it's mission. The crew continued on engaging the enemy until the ground forces were in the clear or the hostile threat was eliminated... MORE

Warrior of the Week: Master Sgt. Jose Piñeiro
December 17, 2008 — Master Sgt. Jose Piñeiro is a member of the 437th Medical Operations Squadron and has been stationed at Charleston AFB for more than two years. He is currently deployed to Afghanistan as the NCO in charge of a treatment facility. Sergeant Piñeiro's responsibility includes running a primary and urgent care clinic for U.S. and Coalition service... MORE

News briefs
December 17, 2008 — To submit information for News Briefs, send an e-mail to airlift.dispatch@charleston.af.mil with subject NEWS BRIEFS. Submissions must be received no later than close of business Friday the week before publication. Spotlight Retirement: The 437th Maintenance Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Senior Master Sgt. Rodolfo Salcedo Dec. 19 at... MORE

Check it out
December 17, 2008 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Kenneth Hales checks out a wallyball to Senior Airman David Smith at the Fitness and Sports Center on base Dec. 16. More than 250 military members, civilians and family members use the amenities daily at the gym which is open seven days a week. Airman Hales is with the 437th Force Support Squadron and Airman Smith is with the 437th Aerial Port Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Melissa White)

32 Airmen graduate from ALS in December
December 17, 2008 — Thirty-two Airmen graduated from Airman Leadership School Class 09-A during a ceremony Dec. 9 at the Charleston Club. Senior Airman Cory Boatwright, 1st Combat Camera Squadron, was presented the John L. Levitow Award as the top student during the graduation ceremony. The distinguished graduates were Senior Airman Greg Biondo, 1 CTCS, and Senior... MORE

CAFB Airman takes 'STEP' to master sergeant
December 16, 2008 — An Airman with Charleston AFB earned a Stripes for Exceptional Performers promotion Dec. 12 here. Master Sgt. Roy Rogers, 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron, NCO in charge of vehicle operations, was presented with master sergeant stripes by Col. John "Red" Millander, 437th Airlift Wing commander, during a commander's call at the base theater... MORE

Master Sgt. Roy Rogers receives a Stripes for Exceptional Performers promotion from Col. John "Red" Millander and Chief Master Sgt. Mike Ivey during a wing Commander's Call Dec. 12 at the base theater. The Air Force releases less than 200 STEP promotion slots annually to promote outstanding individuals to staff, technical or master sergeant. Colonel Millander is the 437th Airlift Wing commander, Chief Master Sergeant Ivey is the 437 AW command chief and Sergeant Rogers is assigned to the 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Cassetty)

437, 315 MXGs set the standard for maintenance excellence
December 16, 2008 — Air Mobility Command recently announced that it selected Charleston AFB's maintenance groups as the 2008 AMC nominee for the Air Force Clements McMullen Memorial Daedalian Weapon System Maintenance Trophy Award. For the second time in three years, the work of the men and women of the 437th and 315th Maintenance Groups has earned them this honor... MORE

Base USPS branch to close at end of year
December 16, 2008 — By order of the U. S. Postal Service postmaster, the Charleston AFB branch will officially close Dec. 31. "The revenue was not supporting a USPS employee being there so it's going to save the post office a lot of money," said Timothy Shaw, USPS Charleston postmaster. "Also, the building on the base has been slated for demolition for several years,... MORE

A FSS superintendent, Bronze Star recipient
December 16, 2008 — The 437th Force Support Squadron Military Personnel Flight superintendent was recently awarded the Bronze Star for his exceptional meritorious achievement while deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Col. Frank Jones, 437th Mission Support Group commander, presented the medal to Senior Master Sgt. Randal Williams after he retuned to... MORE