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Barrier deployment for Combat Readiness Exercise 2026
January 15, 2026 — U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Joshua Pasamonte, 628th Civil Engineering Squadron pavement and equipment journeyman, operates a forklift to place concrete barriers at various entry points during Combat Readiness Exercise 2026 at Joint Base Charleston, Jan. 14, 2026. Under the surveillance of inspector generals and the Wing Inspection Team,... MORE

A 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Airman operates a forklift to deploy a concrete barrier.

C-17s depart Joint Base Charleston for Combat Readiness Exercise 2026
January 15, 2026 — U.S. Airmen participate in Combat Readiness Exercise 2026 held at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Jan. 13-14, 2026. Throughout the exercise, teams across the base will work through a variety of scenarios designed to encompass quick responses in order to support operations and project airpower on short notice. ... MORE

A C-17 GlobeMaster III is inspected by a U.S. Air Force Airman.

Team Charleston Commemorates Professional Development Center Grand Opening
July 11, 2025 — Leaders from Joint Base Charleston hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the grand opening of the Professional Development Center at Joint Base Charleston... MORE

Team Charleston leaders participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony to commemorate the Professional Development Center grand opening at Joint Base Charleston.

Joint Base Charleston aerial port squadron supports global operations
April 23, 2025 — Joint Base Charleston recently served as an Aerial Port of Embarkation, for recent deployments between March 24 and April 18, 2025... MORE

Airmen walking across the flightline to board an aircraft.

Charleston first sergeant leads with purpose and inspires growth
April 10, 2025 — Fueled by the people who support her, U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Iris Bias reciprocates the values encompassing community, perseverance and leadership to the Airmen she leads... MORE

U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant Iris Bias stands unwavering as she nurtures the next generation of warfighters at Joint Base Charleston.

35 years of serving military families
April 2, 2025 — Jennifer Major, 628th Force Support Squadron child and youth program assistant, shares her story as a beloved figure in the lives of Charleston military youth... MORE

The 628th MDG rolls out innovative patient care
March 7, 2025 — The 628th Medical Group began using the Defense Health Agency virtual care system Feb. 10, providing service members additional access to medical care... MORE

Vigilant, ready. BATTLE school is in session for Charleston Airmen .
February 28, 2025 — Trained and ready, Team Charleston Airmen participated in an intensive weeklong course at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Feb. 24-28, 2025. Throughout the week, Airmen gain the necessary survival skills to become a lethal force, adaptable in any environment... MORE

Three Airmen participate in a defensive fighting position familiarization course during BATTLE school.

Det. 5: Inside the schoolhouse that keeps the C-17 flying
October 29, 2024 — Det. 5 is where C-17 maintainers undergo rigorous training, combining technical knowledge with the vital skills of teamwork and collaboration... MORE

an instructor gives directions to two airmen inside a simulated C-17 Globemaster III cargo aircraft's flight deck

JB Charleston Welcomes new class of Honorary Commanders
October 28, 2024 — Joint Base Charleston welcomed new class of honorary commanders... MORE

Christie Rainwater, Mayor of Hanahan, S.C., speaks about her time as an honorary commander