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'Operation Thunderstruck;" train to fly, fight and win
December 16, 2009 — One-by-one, 10 Charleston-based C-17's took off from Charleston AFB Dec. 16 in support of exercise "Operation Thunderstruck." While Charleston AFB is no stranger to launching a large number of aircraft in a short period of time, this year's exercise is different than ones from year's past. In the past, the large formation flight was used to... MORE

C-17 aircraft from Charleston AFB taxi prior to take-off, in preparation for a strategic brigade airdrop exercise over North Auxiliary Airfield near North, S.C., Dec. 16, demonstrating the global projection of U.S. airpower. Airborne Soldiers from the 2-319th Airborne Field Artillery, 82nd Airborne Division, Ft. Bragg, N.C., were airdropped in the exercise along with cargo pallets to simulate the seizure of a remote airfield, providing a joint training opportunity for the Airmen and Soldiers. The training mission included airdrops over North Auxiliary Airfield, aerial refueling training and simulated aeromedical evacuation. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Brown)

Gliding back in time
December 10, 2009 — Members of the 315th Airlift Wing here had a lesson in history on a recent mission when they helped bring back a living piece of it for the National Museum of the Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, Dec. 9.Per the Treaty of Versailles, post World War I German pilots were not allowed to fly airplanes with engines. They were, however, allowed to learn their... MORE

The pilot seat and flight controls from a 1933 German SG 38 glider as it sits in the back of a C-17 bound for the U.S. (U.S. Air Force photo/Chief Master Sgt. William D. Hamilton)

LRS; excellence in past and present
December 7, 2009 — Jan. 8 will mark the opening chapter of the new 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron and the closing of the old and familiar 437th Logistics Readiness Squadron here at Charleston AFB. This is an excellent year to end on, truly one for the history books. 2009 has been filled with exciting accomplishments for the squadron and it has been capped by a... MORE

Former MAC commander remembered
December 3, 2009 — Gen. Paul K. Carlton, former commander of the Military Airlift Command, passed away Nov. 23 at the age of 88 in San Antonio, Texas. General Carlton was commander of MAC from Sept. 26, 1972, to March 31, 1977."General Carlton's accomplishments as a commander will be remembered and honored; he embodied the core values of integrity, service before... MORE

Gen. Paul K. Carlton, former commander of the Military Airlift Command, passed away Nov. 23 at the age of 89 in San Antonio. General Carlton was commander of MAC from Sept. 26, 1972, to March 31, 1977.

News briefs
December 2, 2009 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 437aw.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.Spotlight Retirement: The 437th Force Support Squadron will host a retirement ceremony for Kerry Barnett Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. in the base chapel... MORE

Former MAC commander remembered
December 2, 2009 — Gen. Paul Carlton, former commander of the Military Airlift Command, passed away Nov. 23 at the age of 89 in San Antonio, Texas. General Carlton was commander of MAC from Sept. 26, 1972, to March 31, 1977."General Carlton's accomplishments as a commander will be remembered and honored; he embodied the core values of integrity, service before self,... MORE

AMC commander: ‘Time to give thanks’
November 25, 2009 — For more than 230 years our great nation has celebrated Thanksgiving as a time to recognize the many priceless gifts we enjoy as Americans. It's a time to appreciate and celebrate our families and our friends; a time to reflect on how privileged we are to live in such a great land of opportunity. For those of us who are fortunate to be home, this... MORE

Gen. Raymond E. Johns Jr. is the commander of Air Mobility Command headquartered at Scott Air Force Base, Ill. (U.S. Air Force Photo)

General Johns takes command of AMC
November 23, 2009 — Gen. Raymond Johns Jr., assumed command of Air Mobility Command from Gen. Arthur Lichte in a ceremony here Nov. 20.AMC is responsible for providing rapid, global mobility and sustainment for America's armed forces. As the commander, General Johns acts as the lead agent for all mobility air forces comprised of more than 130,000 personnel from the... MORE

News briefs
November 18, 2009 — To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 437aw.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.Spotlight FSS Holiday Hours for November:Aero Club OfficeNov. 25: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.Nov. 26 and 27: Closed Airman & Family Readiness CenterNov. 29... MORE

H1N1 and seasonal flu; you don’t have to suffer
November 18, 2009 — No one enjoys getting the flu, especially the H1N1 virus.While the 437th Medical Group has not received any of the H1N1 vaccine for the base's active duty population, beneficiaries falling into the high risk categories are able to get vaccinated. "We've given hundreds of doses already to military dependents using vaccines provided by the South... MORE

The Centers for Disease Control offers ways to protect against both the flu and H1N1 viruses. Avoid coughing and sneezing into hands, using a tissue instead or the arm if one is not available. If sick, keep away from others as much as possible to keep from making others sick. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Marie Brown)