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Keeping U.S. Air Force flight line arresting cables operational
January 31, 2025 — Eyes stay attuned to the F-16 Fighting Falcon as it touches the ground during an arresting cable certification at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Jan. 28.Upon completing the certification, U.S. Air Force Airmen watch carefully to ensure the arresting system is ready and capable of supporting future operations.This annual certification tests the... MORE

U.S. Air Force Maj. David Leedom, 157th Fighter Squadron pilot, McEntire Joint National Guard Base, South Carolina, is towed to re-fuel after completing an arresting cable certification at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Jan. 28, 2025. Joint Base Charleston works in conjunction with different bases to maximize mission performance through safety training procedures and annual certifications.

Silent tribute: How JB Charleston honors the fallen
December 3, 2024 — Displaying the highest respect, the dignified arrival is a solemn military tradition that brings fallen service members home to their families. Driven by a sacred responsibility, agencies around JB Charleston work behind the scenes to coordinate arrivals for service members coming home for the last time. At the heart of these arrivals is the 628th Force Support Squadron Mortuary Affairs team. These Airmen oversee every logistical detail from the moment preparations start through the final reception. Their attention to detail reflects a deep commitment to honoring the fallen... MORE

A Honorguardsman wearing a blue dress uniform with white accents and badges, holds a folded U.S. Flag with the stars showing.

628th Security Forces Squadron pitches innovative idea, earns Palmetto Spark funding for new firearm training simulator
December 12, 2023 — With a little bit of help from the Palmetto Spark Innovation Lab, the 628th Security Forces Squadron has integrated a new firearm simulator into their training regimen on Joint Base Charleston.The simulator’s construction resulted from the squadron’s successful pitch to the Palmetto Spark Innovation Lab last year, earning them $315,000 to enhance... MORE

Joint Base Charleston leadership fire M-9 pistols at simulated targets during firearms simulator training at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Dec. 7, 2023.

JB Charleston civic leader wins Tampa Bay Trophy
December 5, 2023 — During the 2023 Airlift/Tanker Association Convention and Symposium in Dallas, TX, the Tampa Bay Defense Alliance presented the Tampa Bay Trophy to one of Joint Base Charleston’s very own civic leaders.Mary Graham, an Air and Space Forces civic leader, won the Tampa Bay Trophy for her years of dedication to the military community in Charleston,... MORE

437th MXS prep C-17s for deployment support
November 7, 2023 — U.S. Air Force crew chiefs with the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attach a new nose to a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 17, 2023. MORE

U.S. Air Force crew chiefs with the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron attach a new nose to a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 17, 2023.

Team Charleston embraces Warrior Heart Culture during wing formation run
November 6, 2023 — Airmen from the 628th Air Base Wing participate in a formation run on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Oct. 20, 2023. The run brought the wing staff agencies, 628th Medical Group, and 628th Mission Support Group together, building esprit de corps and strengthening the “Warrior Heart” culture. Warrior Heart is built on the four pillars of... MORE

The Joint Base Charleston leadership team leads the 628th Air Base Wing in a formation run on JB Charleston, Oct. 20, 2023.

Command Post keeps JB Charleston missions on track 24/7, 365
August 8, 2023 — Shrouded in secrecy and concealed within the heart of the air base, there is an office playing a pivotal role in directing operations for Joint Base Charleston.Working 24 hours a day, seven days a week, they remain on duty for any emergencies or contingencies that might arise and are usually the first to field the call.Airmen assigned to the 628th... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bryan Nunez, 628th Air Base Wing Command Post senior emergency actions controller, runs through a checklist during weather notifications on Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, July 27, 2023.

437th AMXS Airman enhances capabilities through 3D print designs
April 11, 2023 — Innovation is more than a buzzword; it is the duty of all Airmen to revolutionize existing capabilities and processes in an effort to reduce wasted resources and enhance the mission of the U.S. Air Force. Staff Sgt. Christopher Conway, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, is a catalyst for revolutionizing Team Charleston’s abilities by turning his concepts into reality through 3D printing... MORE

Joint Base Charleston Veterinary Clinic
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U.S. Army CPT Haley Davis, Joint Base Charleston Veterinary Clinic officer in charge, gives 628th Security Forces Squadron military working dog Ubi, a health and wellness exam.

15th Airlift Squadron Airman delivers hope from the skies
January 25, 2022 — For most loadmasters, training begins at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma, where they receive their initial qualifications. After graduation they arrive at their first duty station and immediately begin upgrade training to acquire their flight hours. For U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bradley Roche, upgrade training began before his arrival to Joint Base Charleston, attending loadmaster airdrop certification course prior to getting any operational flight time. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Bradley Bartlettroche, 15th Airlift Squadron loadmaster, reminisces about the airdrop training he received for his second certification during an interview at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina Jan. 21, 2022.