Commentaries

The Gig Line
April 27, 2011 — One of our most important tasks as Sailors is to set the standard for our peers and juniors. Our ability to understand and follow the instructions given to us is of the utmost importance. If a Sailor cannot read and understand how to properly wear a uniform or an article of that uniform, then how can that Sailor be expected and trusted to utilize... MORE

Commander's Action LIne
April 25, 2011 — The Commander's Action Line is your direct link to me as the commander of Joint Base Charleston. I would ask that you first give the appropriate base agency a chance to solve the problem, but if you don't get a satisfactory answer, call me at 963-5581, or send an e-mail to 628abw.action@charleston.af.mil. This forum is your opportunity to make... MORE

Pulling up roots
April 20, 2011 — They say time flies when you are having fun and my family and I could not agree more with those famous words.Twenty-two months ago we arrived bleary-eyed from another tour in Germany and we had no idea what to expect from our new community (both military and civilian), the weather and our new assignment. Luckily , we are an adventurous group with... MORE

Diamond Tips
April 20, 2011 — We recently wrapped up an outstanding air show where we showcased some of the best the Air Force has to offer. The professionalism, along with the customs and courtesies displayed during the preparation and execution of hosting more than 80,000 visitors was phenomenal. With that said however, during my recent deployment and return to home station,... MORE

2011 Air Expo set the standard for excellence
April 13, 2011 — It's an exciting time to be part of Team Charleston as we just hosted the 2011 Air Expo! Although confronted with numerous challenges that no Air Expo faced before, Joint Base Charleston rose to the occasion and successfully displayed the professionalism and courtesy of the 437th Airlift Wing, the 628th Air Base Wing, the 315th Airlift Wing and... MORE

Col. Brian Robinson, 437th airlift Wing vice commander

Navy Career Notes - Performing To Serve
April 13, 2011 — Sailors in today's Navy are the smartest, most dedicated group that I have ever had the pleasure of working with. They always put the needs of the Navy before their own, and are often seen striving to do their best every single day.That being said, we are sending Sailors home - a lot of them. Nine thousand Sailors will be asked to depart by next... MORE

Diamond Tip
April 13, 2011 — Did you know in many cases, Airmen decide to leave the Air Force because they don't have all the facts they need to make informed career choices? In accordance with AFI 36-2618, paragraph 4.1.14 and AFPAM 36-2241, paragraph 9.8.7, supervisors are required to provide career counseling to subordinates on the benefits, entitlements and opportunities... MORE

Raise the Bar! Reflections ...
April 13, 2011 — Joint Base Charleston, last week I dedicated most of my week in the units talking with groups of Airmen. My goal was to reach as many people as possible, talking to everyone about decision-making and setting themselves up for success. Why was this reach so needed? Well, several events have transpired across JB CHS that has reminded me about the... MORE

“A Thunderbird Thank You”
April 12, 2011 — I wanted to take this opportunity to say "Thank You!" from the entire Thunderbirds Team to all of Team Charleston. Putting on an air show is no small task, and without your help, the Thunderbirds absolutely cannot execute our mission of representing the pride, precision, and professionalism of the nearly 700,000 active duty, Air Force Reserve, Air... MORE

Lt. Col. Case Cunningham, Thunderbirds Commander/Leader

What's in a day?
April 12, 2011 — My mom taught me long ago that every day was special in its own way and we should be thankful for the days we have on this Earth. In our own way, each of us affects specific events or people with our words and actions, but we don't always know what the results will be or how much our actions matter. It would take me many years before I was able to... MORE