3-07-2014 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Patriot

Vol. 5, No. 9

Team Charleston – One Family, One Mission, One Fight!

Friday, March 7, 2014

Dying art form saves Air Force millions Bobby Pierce, 437th Aircrew Flight Equipment fabrication shop, has worked in the fabrication shop for more than 30 years. He retired from the Air Force after 20 years of service and since he loved working in the Aircrew Flight Equipment career field, decided to continue with the profession.

See the story on Page 4.

U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Dennis Sloan

Ceremony recognizes Team Charleston's newest DCCs Story and photo by Staff Sgt. William O'Brien Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Thirty-one members of Joint Base Charleston were distinguished as dedicated crew chiefs during a ceremony in Hangar 2 on 21 Feb 2014, at Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. As a dedicated crew chief, an Airman is assigned one particular aircraft and is responsible for its upkeep while it is at home station. JB Charleston now has a dedicated crew chief for each C-17 Globemaster III assigned on station. The heritage of the crew chief dates back to 1903, when powered flight began. Charles Edward Taylor, maintainer of the Wright Flyer, is recognized as the first crew chief.

"Our job as maintainers is to ensure we provide pilots with aircraft that are safe and reliable," said Col Dennis Dabney, 437th Maintenance Group commander. "This program allows for our Airmen to take pride and ownership in one particular aircraft."

During the ceremony, crew chiefs received a certificate, crew chief patch, and recited the crew chief oath.

"The crew chief maintains the aircraft and keeps it flying to ensure it's able to meet mission requirements," said Staff Sgt Ivan Velasquez, 437 AMXS dedicated crew chief. "Being a dedicated crew chief gives you a sense of pride and ownership. The maintenance of the aircraft is a reflection of you as the dedicated crew chief."

In aircraft maintenance, there are frequently issues known as delayed discrepancies, which are not mission preventing issues ... usually smaller items, such as ripped upholstery for example.

"The continuity that each DCC gets with their particular aircraft helps to expedite these delayed discrepancies," explained Col. Richard Gay, 315th Maintenance Group commander. "They're able to anticipate delayed discrepancies and are ready to fix them as soon as the aircraft touches down, which lowers the number of delayed discrepancies we encounter."

"The position of dedicated crew chief is not taken lightly," said Dabney. "These Airmen were hand-selected because they've shown they understand the big picture and have the technical and leadership abilities to get the job done. They will also serve as ambassadors, meeting civic leaders and distinguished visitors as their aircraft is on display."

The dedicated crew chief program is a long standing program at many bases, but here at Joint Base Charleston it is still new.

"Since we've started this program two years ago we've seen a dramatic decrease in delayed discrepancies to our aircraft," said Gay.

WEEKEND WEATHER UPDATE for Joint Base Charleston, SC Sunny & Clear

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16th AS returns from deployment Lt. Col. Stewart Newton, 16th Airlift Squadron commander, is greeted by his wife Carey and daughter Rachel upon his return to Joint Base Charleston - Air Base, S.C. Airmen from the 16th Airlift Squadron returned following a successful 60-day deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

While deployed, crews flew and supported more than 1,050 sorties, delivered more than 40 million pounds of cargo to include: 1,135 rolling stock, 2,397 pallets and more than 17,000 passengers.

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Col. Dennis Dabney, 437th Maintenance Group commander, and Col. Richard Gay, 315th MG commander, congratulate Joint Base Charleston’s newest dedicated crew chiefs Feb. 21, 2014, following a Dedicated Crew Chief ceremony at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The 31 maintainers were selected as dedicated crew chiefs and assigned their own aircraft. Every Charleston C-17 Globemaster III now has a dedicated crew chief and assistant crew chief.

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COMMENTARY

Why do I serve? A personal oath Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. Shawn Hughes 437th Command Chief

I have been asked many, many times throughout my career why I joined the military and/or why I reenlisted. Typically, I make light of the question by answering, "for the fortune and glory."

My response usually gets a little chuckle which lasts just long enough for me to change the subject. So why would I want to change the subject?

Maybe because I don't believe why a person has chosen to serve is all that important.

This may sound a little odd, so let me explain. I believe each individual should have their own personal reasons for serving and one reason is no more compelling than any other. So if "why" someone choses to serve isn't all that important to me, then what is? There are three things I believe are relevant.

First and foremost is: the person volunteered. They are the one percent ... only one percent of American citizens have voluntarily served in the military. When a person raises their right hand and recites the oath, they join a phenomenal group of men and women. I see our all-volunteer force in the same light as the citizen soldiers of our Revolutionary War ... men and women who are ready, willing and able to stand up for and defend freedom.

The second thing I care about is that our military men and women give their very best every single day. Every day is a new day and a new opportunity to be a little better than yesterday ... to get right today what I got wrong yesterday, to clearly communicate today what I could not find the words for yesterday, to achieve today what I failed yesterday. If you're not making the best of every day and you are not giving your best every day, then what exactly are you doing? I believe life is a journey, not a particular destination and we only get one spin on the journey of life. I like Mavis Leyrer's end game, "Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting "What a ride!"

The final thing I believe matters is that each individual who raises their right hand and repeats the oath must have an understanding of the oath they have taken. How can an individual freely volunteer to do anything if they do not understand what they volunteered to do? I am some-

times a little slow on the uptake so it took me several re-enlistments to become truly inculcated. I figured out what the oath of enlistment meant to me when I was able to recite the oath without crib notes.

This is my personal version of the oath of enlistment: Chief Master Sgt. "I, Shawn Michael Hughes (me, myself and Shawn Hughes I), do solemnly swear (my word is my bond, on my mother's grave, cross my heart hope to die stick a needle in my eye) that I (not my brother or sister, friends, neighbors, associates, acquaintances, or any other persons I pass on the street) will support and defend (stand with, guard, preserve, protect, fight for and if necessary die for) the Constitution of the United States (an "Idea" for a better government of the people, by the people, for the people, fueled by The Declaration of Independence which is hinged on the idea that all men are created equal, that they are endowed with the certain unalienable Rights of Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness, which was won through significant sacrifices and blood of ordinary citizens during extraordinary times) against all enemies, foreign and domestic (I don't care who you are or where you came from, my loyalty lies with the Constitution ... the Idea); that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same (I believe in and am loyal to the Constitution); and that I will obey the orders (direction, guidance) of the President of the United States (the Commander and Chief of the Armed Forces) and the orders of the officers appointed over me (every officer regardless of my personal feelings or opinions), according to regulations (written military operating guidelines and rules, many of the rules and guidelines are a result of damaged equipment, injury, and even death) and the Uniform Code of Military Justice (laws that govern military moral and ethical behaviors necessary for the good order and discipline of a fighting force. Our rules of civility are different from civilian society; what is acceptable in civilian life is not acceptable in the military; we hold ourselves to a higher standard). So help me God." Why do you serve? I sure hope it's for the fortune and glory! I am just happy you volunteered. I expect you to give your very best and that you understand what you signed up for.

Airmen may be asking ‘What’s next?’

Commentary by Master Sgt. Jeremy Klemme 437th Aerial Port Squadron

In the wake of the Air Force trying to shed approximately 25,000 personnel, there will be a lot of personnel left wondering ... what's next?

As a leader, I feel it is my responsibility to do everything I can to arm personnel with the tools they will need to make a smooth transition to the civilian world, but the next step is up to them.

I can try to help anyone form some semblance of a plan just in case the Air Force calls on them to exit the service before they plan. Hopefully these back up plans will not have to be used, but the writing is on the wall; 25,000 people will leave.

So what do we as leaders and supervisors do to help?

First, we need to educate our Airmen as much as possible about the different types of force management programs out there. We began that process last week with our leadership conducting Town Hall meetings.

Second, we must have honest conversations to let Airmen know their options and the potential outcomes of their decisions.

Third we must understand every single person is going to need some one-on-one guidance because everyone will have unique circumstances that are going to affect them differently.

Last and most important, we need to pay attention to each other. These force management programs are going to place a lot of stress directly on the shoulders of our personnel and unfortunately, when someone is under too much stress ... they

can start to buckle. It is going to take every member of our team to look out for one another to ensure that doesn't happen.

Supervisors will need to look out for their subordinates and subordinates will also have to look out for their supervisors. Together, we can help distribute that weight and support our Airmen so nobody buckles.

We are all going to hang up our uniform at some point and the Air Force may call on you to hang it up earlier than you want. But, I like to think about it this way; your life is your book.

The Air Force is a chapter in your book and sooner or later that chapter will come to an end. What will the next chapter be? Only you know!

"bold, innovative" approaches to life's challenges.

"One of the things that those who participated appreciated - and something those of us who have the opportunity to work for Lieutenant General McDew certainly do appreciate - is the broad perspective he brings," Meridith said. "In him, you have a military leader whose diverse experiences fuel some really unique ways of looking at a problem, analyzing it from a lot of different points, and reaching innovative solutions that might not ever have occurred to others."

McDew also believes the various challenges faced by today's Air Force also represent targets of opportunity for Airmen to become actively engaged in the problem-solving process, he said.

"There is so much angst in the force right now," McDew said. "These are turbulent times.

These are times of uncertainty. However, there is hysteria in the force that is unfounded."

"Instead of grousing back in the dorms or around the water cooler, hold your commanders to task,"McDew said. "When they have a commander's call, ask the tough questions. Ask the things you really want to hear of the person that should have an answer or can give you a credible response."

McDew said as the Air Force operates with

reduced resources, it must get rid of things that add less or little value and he encouraged DCO participants to periodically restoke their furnace, rediscover their passion, and find a way to get their exuberance back.

In addition to offering his thoughts, McDew answered questions from the group, including one that requested advice on overcoming the initial reaction to withdraw and hold back counsel during a crisis.

"Don't hold back," McDew replied. "You are given an opportunity. You just don't seize it. Many times the boss is looking for an input and doesn't care where it comes from if it's a good input."

McDew shared his pride in today's Airmen and the legacy of excellence they embody, noting that the Air Force was not founded by aviators.

Instead, he said, it was founded by bold, risk-taking Airmen, who were willing to take a risk to their own careers to say the Nation needed a separate air arm. In the joint world, McDew added, Army, Marine Corps, and Navy leadership love to have Airmen on their team because "we think differently and in three dimensions."

McDew encouraged the individuals on the call to display similar attributes because what they offer to commanders is valuable.

not consistent with the Air Force's core values.

There is no need to perpetuate the situation by describing the photos to you, but as you can imagine one photo of one Airman can taint the American public's view on the Air Force and the type of people we employ, as a whole.

As an Airman, you have the duty to be an ambassador for the U.S. Air Force; therefore, you must always be cognizant of your actions – in and out of uniform.

There is no margin for error in today's digital world where everyone has a camera and a video recording device in the palm of their hands. Air Force Instruction 1-1, "Air Force Standards," outlines what your responsibilities and standards of conduct are as an Airman. It also outlines the responsible use of social media and how it applies professionally and personally. Every Airman should be acutely aware of this AFI and its contents. When everything is laid out in front of you, there are no excuses about not knowing what you can and cannot do on social media.

Unfortunately, there are still some individuals who neglect to stop and think before they act. For those in the news recently, something they may have found funny in the moment is now haunting them. And in one case, there were multiple people in the situation, and not one person thought to stop and think about the consequences of what they were about to do. The result – their images as Airmen are forever corrupted.

Social media is not the enemy. It's actually a fantastic venue to inspire and talk to others about what the Air Force has to offer, what it's like to be part of something bigger than yourself, and what an honor it is to be an Airman. In your personal life, it's a lifeline to friends near and far.

You, in fact, can be your own worst enemy.

Don't become the subject of the next viral photo or video. Hold on to your personal self-worth and live by the Air Force's core values daily.

Be a great Airman first and ensure the Air Force image – and your image – always mirror the core values.

18th Air Force Commander: 'Offer value through competence' Commentary by Ed Shannon Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – "No commander will ignore competence," the commander of the Air Mobility Command's only Numbered Air Force told the command' s public affairs professionals, Jan. 30.

Lt. Gen. Darren McDew, 18th Air Force commander and former Director of Public Affairs for the Air Force, shared his perspectives about the future of the Air Force, the importance of communication, and effective leadership to more than two dozen participants during a 45-minute Defense Connect Online video call.

"You've got to establish your competence," said McDew, who added that demonstrating value to leaders represents one of the best ways to do that.

"Sit down at your desk. Think through the boss' problem sets, and solve them before they even know they need to be solved," he said.

McDew peppered the discussion with personal anecdotes reflecting the importance of seeking and capitalizing on the opportunities that life presents.

Maj. Michael Meridith, who serves as McDew's public affairs officer, said the general 's comments reflect a philosophy that places a premium on

Think before you act: It only takes a second for your actions to go viral

By Christa D'Andrea Air Force Recruiting Service Public Affairs

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Have you ever done something you wish you could take back? Said something mean ... wrote something inappropriate ... behaved in a way that was disrespectful? I'm sure you have or you wouldn't be human.

However, in today's society some of these behaviors never go away, even if you tried to delete them.

They are documented in Facebook status updates, Instagram photos, Vine videos and on a number of other social media sites. And it only takes a second for your documented actions to go viral.

You may know a few of our fellow Airmen (and Soldiers) recently made headline news for all the wrong reasons. Within the last few weeks photos that were taken several years ago popped up on a number of official Air Force Facebook pages, including ours. These photos show Airmen acting in a way that is utterly disrespectful and is

The Patriot • March 7, 2014

JB CHS NEWS

Navy Marine Corps Fund Drive in full gear

Strategic delay in processing TERA/VSP applications From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

A strategic delay in the Temporary Early Retirement Application and Voluntary Separation Programs has recently been implemented. The following information may be beneficial for individuals with processing their TERA/VSP applications.

Processing of the first round of officer and enlisted TERA and VSP applications has been delayed while sustainment requirements for projected force reductions are further reviewed by the US Air Force. It

From Naval District Washington Public Affairs and Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

is anticipated the continuation of processing applications for approval in the near future, however at this time a firm date has not yet been established. Once the Air Force leadership has completed the review, they will provide an updated message to the field and initiate the approval phases.

Active duty members may still apply for their respective voluntary force management programs.

If you have any questions, the point of contact for this is the AFPC/DPSOR, email dpsor.taskmgt@us.af.mil.

The Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society kicked off its annual active-duty fund drive with a ceremony at the Pentagon, March 4.

The drive, designed to raise funds necessary to financially assist Navy and Marine Corps personnel and NMCRS programs, will run for six weeks, until April 11.

The NMCRS raises funds for programs and support services through repayment of interest-free loans, proceeds from thrift shops, the reserve fund, and most of all, contributions.

Last year, the fund drive raised $9.9 million nationally.

Locally, each Navy command on Joint Base Charleston will be conducting their own NMCRS fund drives. Key persons have already begun contacting Sailors and civilians alike, to ensure 100 percent of Navy and Marine Corps personnel are afforded the opportunity to donate.

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“Last year locally, NMCRS gave out more than $300,000 in support of Navy and Marine Corps families. This is the one fund drive Sailors and Marines can contribute to every year, where they know that 100 percent of their contributions will go to help their fellow shipmates.”

In the 2013 drive, 48 percent of the contributions to the campaign came from activeduty Sailors and Marines helping fellow active-duty members in need, with another 12 percent coming from military retirees.

The NMCRS offers a range of programs beyond emergency loans, including financial counseling, education assistance, health education and post-combat support, child budgeting, disaster relief, emergency travel funding, and access to thrift shops. By using a workforce composed mostly of volunteers, most contributions go back to service members and their families.

For more information on the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society and how to donate, visit www.nmcrsfunddrive.org/charleston.

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JB CHS FEATURE

Dying art form saves Air Force millions

Story and photos by Senior Airman Dennis Sloan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Something as simple as a stitch can be the one thing that saves an Airman's life or ensures they are capable of completing their day-to-day mission.

The civilians who work in the 437th Aircrew Flight Equipment Flight Fabrication Shop, devote their time to making sure every needle that plunges into a piece of fabric creates a lasting bond.

With more than 300 years of experience in this single shop, these civilians run the only fabrication shop in the Air Force that still cuts, binds and sews all fabric-related materials for aircraft and specifically the C-17 Globemaster III's at Joint Base Charleston.

"Many of our civilians performed this job as military members many years ago, but now working as civilians, they realize there are very few individuals still doing this special mission," said Scott Lewis, 437th AFE fabrication shop foreman.

With roughly 50 C-17's at JB Charleston, and with the need to refurbish all fabric materials in each C-17 every two years, the civilians stay busy, but also continue to save the Air Force more than a million dollars every year.

"Since we fabricate all seats, straps, nettings and curtains in the aircraft, we are able to save more than $40,000 per aircraft," said Bobby Pierce, 437th AFE fabrication shop civilian.

Pierce is the oldest JB Charleston employee and has worked in the fabrication shop for more than 30 years. He retired from the Air Force after 20 years of service and since he loved working in the Aircrew Flight Equipment career field, decided to continue in the profession.

"I started out refurbishing and maintaining survival equipment and then transitioned to life-support equipment. After I retired, I came here," said Pierce. "I enjoyed sewing so much, I really didn't want to stop."

Aside from refurbishing the equipment, the fabrication team also personalizes specific pieces. They embroider "437th AW/315th AW" as well as a "palmetto tree" to give each aircraft a designation, letting anyone who flies on the C17 know where the aircraft and crew are from no matter where they look.

"It's a great feeling knowing I am making the aircraft look brand new and pristine for the crews and passengers," said Pierce. "We receive compliments from the pilots and loadmaster sometimes, which is also nice to hear."

A total of 10 civilians man the shop, working on various sewing machines as well as using specialized saws to cut material as exotic as sheep's wool for seat covers. They manufacture whatever the aircraft requires.

"We are the last shop in the Air Force completing this mission on such a large scale and it reminds us that this is truly a dying art," said Pierce.

Bobby Pierce, 437th Aircrew Flight Equipment fabrication shop, uses a sewing machine designed to work with thick materials to stitch a strap, used by paratroopers to lock into the harness line of an aircraft, Feb. 20, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Pierce has worked in the fabrication shop for more than 30 years.

Isreal Middleton, 437th Aircrew Flight Equipment fabrication shop, uses a sewing machine to fabricate a seat cover used on a C-17 Globemaster III Feb. 20, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. Middleton and nine other civilians work in the fabrication shop which saves the Air Force more than one million dollars every year by fabricating all fabric-related material used on JB Charleston’s C-17s.

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Airmen replace infrared countermeasure system on C-17 Staff Sgt. Ryan Jordan, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare systems technician, uses a power drill to remove screws that hold an infrared countermeasure device on a C-17 Globemaster III March 3, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C. The infrared countermeasure is used to stop homing missiles or devices from striking the aircraft.

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Staff Sgt. Ryan Tobkin and Staff Sgt. Ryan Jordan, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron electronic warfare systems technicians, replace the infrared countermeasure housing on a C17 Globemaster III March 3, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston – Air Base, S.C.

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U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Robert Lilly, 57th Operations Group joint tactical air controller, pays his respects to a fallen veteran May 28, 2013, at the Southern Nevada Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Boulder City, Nev. Lilly and other Airmen from Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., volunteered their time to place flags on veterans' cemetery plots for Memorial Day weekend.

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A U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules from the Texas Air National Guard, departs Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., to take part in a Joint Forcible Entry exercise May 31, 2013, on the Nevada Test and Training Range north of Las Vegas. The U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Division's 3rd Brigade Combat Team, Fort Bragg, N.C., combined with U.S. Air Force Special Tactics Teams, contingency response groups and members of the 820th RED HORSE for the U.S. Air Force Weapons School biannual exercise.

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A CH-53E Super Stallion, 464th Heavy Military Helicopter Squadron, comes in fast for a landing November 27, 2012 in the Grand Bara Desert, Djibouti. The Super Stallion was picking up U.S Air Force pararescuemen with the 82nd Expeditionary Rescue Squadron and U.S. Army Sight Security Team members, 2nd 138th Higher Headquarters Battalion.

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Retired Col. (Dr.) James Ruffer, pictured here Aug. 19, 2013, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., retired from the Air Force in 1995. Ruffer received the Bronze Star with Valor for his heroism as he aided and helped coordinate the extraction of a U.S. prisoner in Panama.

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U.S. Army Spc. Cody Makuski, 3-73 Cavalry Squadron, 1st Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, monitors an area while in the gunner position during a Field Training Exercise Oct. 25, 2013, at Ft. Bragg, N.C. FTX synchronizes the planning and execution of a large-scale forcible entry into a hostile area; securing sufficient freedom of movement while facing the antiaccess and area-denial capabilities of our enemy.

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U.S. Army paratroopers jump from a Lockheed C-130 Hercules Dec. 7, 2013, in support of Operation Toy Drop at Fort Bragg, N.C. The 16th Annual Randy Oler Operation Toy Drop, hosted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs & Psychological Operations Command (Airborne), is the largest combined airborne operation in the world. Fort Bragg's paratroopers and allied jumpmasters donate toys to be distributed to children's homes and social service agencies across the local community.

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U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Nathaniel Mills, 99th Security Forces Squadron patrolman, dunks a basketball Sept. 18, 2013, at a basketball court in Las Vegas. Mills, whose passion for basketball started in 1995 while watching the Chicago Bulls play, was training to try out for the Air Force basketball team last October.

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Friends and family of the deployed members of the 16th Airlift Squadron wait for their loved ones to exit a C-17 Globemaster III following a 60-day deployment March 2, 2014, at Joint Base Charleston — Air Base, S.C.

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WASHINGTON – Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus today announced an increase in Career Sea Pay (CSP) and Career Sea Pay Premium (CSP-P) for eligible Sailors and Marines serving aboard ships whose primary mission is conducted at sea.

"Those Sailors and Marines on sea duty, deployed away from home around the world, are the backbone of the Navy and Marine Corps, and enable us to provide and maintain our global presence," said Mabus. "This change to Career Sea Pay will both improve critical sea-duty manning and reward those who take these challenging sea-going assignments. This increase is long overdue and is meant to reward our Sailors and Marines for their continued sacrifices as part of 'America's Away Team'."

CSP and CSP-P are funds earned by Sailors and Marines on top of their base pay, to compensate them for time at sea. CSP rates are based upon a member's pay grade and cumulative years of sea duty. CSP-P is an additional incentive for members who exceed 36 consecutive months at

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Consistent with current policy, in lieu of receiving CSP-P, Sailors and Marines in grades E5E9 with eight years of cumulative sea duty receive a higher CSP rate, equivalent to receiving CSP-P whenever assigned to a ship regardless of consecutive sea time.

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The Defense Commissary Agency’s fiscal 2013 financial statements have received a clean audit opinion from independent auditors, an evaluation that certifies the credibility of the benefit for its patrons, the agency’s director said.

“Receiving a clean audit opinion validates the hard work of our DeCA team in delivering a commissary benefit while being responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars,” said Joseph Jeu, DeCA director and CEO. “This is the 12th straight year that DeCA’s financial statements have received this level of certification.”

A clean or “unqualified” audit opinion is the highest possible ruling and reflects the agency’s use of appropriated funds to deliver the commissary benefit. The agency generates nearly $6 billion in annual sales and receives $1.4 billion in appropriated funding. During fiscal 2013, DeCA processed nearly 94 million transactions in its stores and delivered nearly $2.6 billion in savings to its customers. Commissaries also redeemed nearly 100 million coupons in fiscal 2013 for customer savings of about $91 million.

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/ A “Fine Tune Your Resume (Part II)” workshop will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Choose which time fits your schedule. Receive professional feedback. / A “What’s Your Retirement Plan?” workshop will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Gain insight for financial planning including the TSP as a means to supplement retirement.

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All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information, or to REGISTER for a class or event, please call 963-4406.

March 11 / Educational Opportunities Counseling appointments will be held from 10:30 a.m. to noon. Meet one-on-one for 30 minutes with an expert who will help you reach your educational goals.

March 12 / A “Heart Link - Charleston Orientation for USAF Spouses” will be held on from 08:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., join us for this fun orientation.

Military spouses learn about the Air Force mission, culture, traditions, military language, and benefits/services while making new friends!

March 13 / MANDATORY TAP Preseparation Briefings will be provided for Separatees and Retirees from 8:00 to 12:00 p.m. DID YOU KNOW…per Public Law 107-103, in the case of anticipated retirement, retiring service members can receive pre-separation counseling up to 24 months prior to DOS? And a separating service member can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 months prior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you “career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counseling is required prior to attending the TAP GPS Workshop. / A “Slaying the Debt Dragon” workshop will be held from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Tired of being in debt? Explore debt’s history, what undermines our need to stay out of debt, and how to stay out of debt! Couples are highly encouraged to attend.

March 14 / A Workshop for VA Disability Claims will be held from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The VA representative will cover the VA claims and filing process. NOTE: Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records) must sign an authorization letter at the Joint Base Charleston – Air Base Clinic’s Family Practice section. This letter must be signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday workshop that you plan to attend.

Notices

/ VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance - Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Advisors are available to assist all servicemembers, veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive.

Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Walk-ins are welcome. The Air Base office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is 9638224. The Weapons Station office is located in building 302, room 108, and the number is 794-4304. / Volunteer Excellence Award (VEA) - Nomin-ations are due

by COB 10 March for the VEA that recognizes sustained volunteer service of federal civilians, family members, military retirees, and federal retirees. For further information on format and where to submit, please call Airman and Family Readiness Center at 963-4406 or Fleet and Family Support Center at 794-7480. / Department of Veterans Affairs Benefits Briefers are available to assist all service members, veterans, and family members who may have questions about VA benefits and services they are eligible to receive. Appointments are available in one hour blocks from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and walk-ins are welcome. The Joint Base Charleston - Air Base office is located in building 503, room 106, and the number is 963-8224. The JB Charleston - Weapons Station office is located in building 302, room 108, and the number is 794-4304. / Joint Base Charleston Multicultural Committee: Come out and support the Joint Base Charleston Multicultural Committee!

Meetings are held every Thursday at 11:15 in building 246, room 114A. Be a part of the wing level committee as we coordinate events across the base promoting diversity and equality! Any questions please contact the president of the JBCMC Tech. Sgt. Whitehead at 963-5208.

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To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to Patriot@charleston.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

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The classes are taught by Cindy Rich, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist with an extensive history in ADHD and behavior challenges in children. This service is free to enrolled patients at Naval Health Clinic Charleston. To register for the class, contact Capt. Carter at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, (843) 794-6895. / New Year, New Resume! - Military Saves, a component of the nonprofit America Saves and a part-ner in the Department of Defense’s Financial Readiness Campaign, that seeks to motivate, support, and en-courage military families to save money, reduce debt, and build wealth. The research-based cam-paign uses the prin-

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Charleston AFA #297 hopes to see you or your organization at their next AFA meeting on Thursday 13 March starting at 1730 at the Charleston Club at the AFB. This is a great opportunity to connect with association members and network with community partners, Civil Air Patrol, ROTC, JROTC and many other Joint Base and Charleston professional organizations. This meeting will spotlight Veteran and Retiree Programs. The guest speaker will be former Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, James A. Roy, CMSAF (Ret). Additionally, information on the upcoming AFA SC State Convention & Golf Tournament will also be addressed. The meeting is open to AFA members and non-member supporters. If you need access on base please let us know and we will arrange an escort. Please contact VP of Membership to RSVP at CharlestonAFA297@ gmail.com and search Facebook for more info.

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ciples of behavior economics and social marketing to change behavior. Military Saves encourages all service members, their families, and civilian employees to take the Military Saves pledge. Joint Base Charleston’s Fleet & Family Support Center and Airman & Family Readiness Center will promote the Military Saves Campaign 24 February 24 through March 1, 2014. / The Scrap Metal Yard at Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station is relocating to the East Side Core Area behind building 2332 and the water tower. Operations will begin Dec. 17, 2013. The Scrap Metal Yard will have new operating hours and days: 8 to 10 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Joint Base Charleston - Weapons Station personnel will be able to bring their scrap metals, no wood or trash, to the new facility during these days and times. Scrap should be 80 percent metal in order to be recycled as scrap metal. The scrap metal yard can be opened for special request (units getting new furniture, base clean up days, etc.) by calling 640-4197, 794-4240, or 963-1456. If you have any questions, contact Alan Moyer at 963-1456. / VA Appointments Available (Every Thursday) - Attendees receive information on disability benefits and medical records review. To make an appointment or register for any of the workshops featured this month, please call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS, Bldg. 755, at 843-794-7480.

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