06-12-2015 The Patriot (Joint Base Charleston)

Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

Vol. 6, No. 22

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

Friday, June 12, 2015

841st TB preps vehicles, equipment for shipment

U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. AJ Hyatt

Equipment is loaded onto the ARC Freedom vehicle carrier, June 7, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The 841st Transportation Battalion is loading more than 1,200 vehicles and equipment to be shipped to Europe. The 841st TB's mission is to conduct surface deployment and redeployment distribution and water terminal operations in support of the warfighter.

Operation Air Force; USAFA, ROTC cadets visit Joint Base Charleston

By Trisha Gallaway Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

While school is out for most college students, Operation Air Force is just beginning for 18 Air Force cadets visiting Joint Base Charleston, S.C., from June 2-15, 2015.

Cadets from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Col., and Reserve Officer Training Corps programs from across the United States traveled to JB Charleston. They will spend two weeks at the base learning about the mobility mission and becoming familiar with the units vital to meeting the mission.

"Operation Air Force is a program in which cadets are exposed to a real-world Air Force base environment while letting them see how base components work together to achieve the mission," said Maj. Michael Chavarria, 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron and Operation Air Force project officer.

"The objectives are to enhance cadet understanding of operations and support functions; provide hands-on experience in both operations and support units; expose cadets to a variety of Air Force Specialty Codes; and enable cadets to interact with senior noncommissioned officers, Department of Defense civilians, field grade and company grade officers."

For Cadet 2nd Class Isaac Reinert, a rising junior at the United State Air Force Academy, Operation Air Force provides the cadets with an opportunity to get a feel for what daily life in the Air Force is like and allows them to see first-

hand what the different career fields have to offer.

"We've seen the fire department, we've seen the communications squadron and we're getting ready to visit the medical group," he said. "We haven't gotten our AFSC's yet, so we're getting a feel for what we want to put on our dream sheets."

Reinert said this trip has opened his eyes to other potential career fields.

"Going into the academy I wanted to fly but, especially after being here, I am leaning more toward the business sides of things, as far as contracting, acquisitions," he said. "We visited the contracting squadron which was really interesting to me."

While Reinert and his fellow cadets still have U.S. Air Force photo / Trisha Gallaway quite some time until they graduate and are com- Capt. Timothy Sparks and Lt. Col. Christopher May give a group of cadets missioned as second lieutenants, Chavarria hopes from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Col., and this visit provides them with a better idea of what Reserve Officer Training Corps programs from across the United States Joint Base Charleston and its different missions the Joint Base Charleston mission brief June 4, 2015 at JB Charleston, S.C.. The cadets are visiting JB Charleston for two weeks as part of bring to the table.

Operation Air Force, which exposes them to a real-world Air Force environ"I hope they walk away with a better understand- ment and provides them the opportunity to see how base components ing and appreciation of how each individual and work together to meet the mission. This is the first of three group schedAFSC contribute to creating mission success," he uled to visit the base. Sparks is the JB Charleston deputy commander and said. Their interaction across the installation high- May is the 437th Maintenance Group deputy commander. lights the diversity and teamwork of different functions vital to ensuring success of the global mobility mission." base is scheduled to host two more groups of cadets with next Each Operation Air Force session runs for two weeks. The group arriving June 23 and the last sessions starting July 14.

IDS Mobile App created to provide quick information

From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

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The Joint Base Charleston Integrated Delivery System has recently launched a mobile app to provide quick information for various events and services on Joint Base Charleston.

The "Joint Base Charleston IDS" downloadable app is now available for iPhone and Android smart phone users.

"Users can search 'Joint Base Charleston IDS' to download the app," said Selwyn Stephens, Joint Base Charleston Drug Demand Reduction Program manager and IDS Marketing Working Group member. "The app is appropriate for everyone who is interested in information regarding the Joint Base community, including family members and retirees."

The mobile app is a work in progress but Stephens believes it will be a huge success.

A look back at the 17th Airlift Squadron

HISTORY

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"Originally we planned to incorporate only information from IDS agencies on the app but this quickly evolved into a much bigger project," Stephens said. "The app is becoming another tool to obtain information for most agencies on the Joint Base."

Stephens says they will continue to work with units around the base to add content and keep the app updated.

The Joint Base Charleston IDS Marketing Working Group is made up of representatives from organizations that provide family services and prevention and education activities related to individual, family and community concerns.

"The IDS Marketing Working Group functions as the action arm of the Community Action Information Board and develops a comprehensive, coordinated plan for integrating and implementing community outreach and prevention programs, with the goal of enhancing resilience in military communities," said Stephens.

The IDS improves the delivery of human-service programs by establishing a seamless system of services through collaborative partnerships and coordinated activities.

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What’s happening around JB Charleston

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Below are some of the agencies that are a part of Joint Base Charleston IDS mobile app: • Alcohol, Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment • Drug Demand Reduction Program • Base Inspector General • Child Development Center • Chaplain • Equal Opportunity Office • Family Advocacy • Health Promotions • Airman and Family Readiness Center and Fleet and Family Support Center • Legal Assistance • Mental Health Care • Military Family Life Consultant • Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program • Single Airman Initiative • Special needs Identification • Youth Programs For more information, contact Selwyn Stephens at 963-6849.

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Red, White and You – Happy Flag Day!

By Lt. Col. Chris Hobbs 315th Maintenance Group deputy commander

suggest a holiday to honor it. In 1885, a Wisconsin grade school teacher named Bernard Cigrand held what's believed to be the first recognized Flag Day. It began Cigrand's lifelong quest to establish a formal holiday. Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation Flag Day, June 14th, happens to fall on a Sunday calling for a June 14 commemoration in 1916. However, it wasn't this year and I started thinking about what I could until 1949, 16 years after the death of the Cigrand, the "father of Flag and should do to celebrate the most recognizable Day," that Congress passed legislation as a national holiday. It is not, and cherished symbol of our great nation. Seeking however, a federal holiday. In fact, it's only an official holiday in any inspiration, I headed over to the Air Base retreat capacity in one state. Perhaps fittingly, it's Pennsylvania, where the grounds where the base flag presides over a horseflag was officially created and legend holds (though it's wholly unsubshoe of state flags. There was a breeze in the air so stantiated) that local seamstress Betsy Ross sewed the original flag. it was fairly easy to identify most of the flags.

3. The only casualties at Fort Sumter were flag-related.

Every time one of those nylon rectangles rolled and More than 620,000 Americans lost their lives during the Civil snapped in the breeze it would bring back a memoWar but only two of those fatalities occurred during the first battle ry, returning me to another place and time. They Lt. Col. Chris Hobbs of the war. When Confederate forces began the bombardment of also encouraged me to venture out to make new 315th Maintenance Group Fort Sumter, in Charleston Harbor on April 12, 1861, Union commemories in places I had never been but always deputy commander mander Major Robert Anderson held out for more than 34 hours wanted to go. While I looked up at "Old Glory," I before finally surrendering the fort. One of Anderson's conditions for surrenthought of all the memories I've gathered under her silent guard. Then it dering was that his men be allowed to observe a 100-gun salute as the occurred to me that one of the best ways I could celebrate Flag Day was to learn more about the origins of this holiday and more about the flag's history. American flag was lowered from the fort. During the ceremony, a nearby pile of rifle cartridges exploded, killing two soldiers (the first fatalities of the Turning, as I often do, to History.com, I found Barbara Marazanis' article war) and injuring four others. Anderson carried the flag, badly damaged dur"Fast Flag Facts," and decided to share three of her fun backstories: ing the bombardment, to the north where it was frequently displayed to boost 1. In American history, June 14 isn't just a day to honor the flag.

While the 1777 resolution establishing a national flag was the impetus for morale. Four years to the day after Anderson's surrender, he once again raised the flag over Sumter after the Union had recaptured it. Just a few the national holiday known as Flag Day. That date also holds great signifihours later, Abraham Lincoln would be fatally shot by John Wilkes Booth at cance for the U.S. Army. Two years earlier, just weeks after the Battles of Ford's Theatre in Washington, DC. Lexington and Concord kicked off the American Revolution; Congress forNo matter how you choose to celebrate Flag Day this year, I encourage mally authorized the enlistment of soldiers to fight in what became known as you to embrace the spirit and purpose of this special day. Take a moment to the Continental Army. So, on Sunday, June 14th, also remember to wish the reflect on what our flag means to you and how you can help ensure its legaU.S. Army a happy 240th birthday. cy is preserved. As Americans, we all share our flag's storied past as well as 2. Only one state observes Flag Day as a legal state holiday. its boundless future!

It took more than a century after the creation of America's flag for anyone to

Leading the way: Acceptance, inclusion in today's military

By Staff Sgt. Jonathan Allessie 92nd Air Refueling Squadron

along the way, but we have learned from them.

Acceptance ties directly into diversity. The Air Force has used this in all of its professional FAIRCHILD AIR FORCE BASE, Wash. – military education courses and routinely holds training and briefings on diversity. Why does Inclusion and acceptance is an ongoing battle in leadership enforce this so much? It is crucial to today's Air Force. It's something frequently highstay the pristine and top notch fighting force we lighted in the media and by the general public. are today. Diversity has proven itself time and Acceptance and inclusion is also something that time again. In each of the World Wars, every is very special and held dearly in the United country brought something different to the batStates and its military branches. It's what sets us tlefield. Each military brought to light new apart from other countries and their armed forces. fighting techniques and ways to accomplish a When an outsider looks at the United States mission. Most of which we have adopted and and looks at an "American" what do they see? still use to this day.

They can see someone of many different colors, U.S. Air Force graphic / Staff Sgt. Benjamin W. Stratton In today's military, acceptance and inclusion religions, backgrounds and nationalities. When is paramount moving forward. We have to be someone looks at another country, for example, aware of each person's strengths and weaknesses. Every individual was an Olympic team, most of their athletes look very similar to each other. raised in a different setting with their own set of beliefs and traditions.

This proves the acceptance and inclusion we have in this country. But When we integrate all of these ideas and come up with change and a new with this we also have some things we should look at. plan that is what will keep us and the United States as the premier fightOur country has come a long way from the days of segregation and ing force and military. slavery, "don't, ask don't tell" policies, sexual preferences, and religious We must continue to strive and move forward with this topic and proliberties. In today's Air Force, we now have Airmen who can be open mote diversity within our military and everyday lives. A very successabout these things and don't have to hide their personal lives anymore. ful businessman, by the name of Malcom Forbes, summed this all up in This acceptance is what makes us into the premier country and fighting just a few words as he said, "Diversity is the art of thinking independforce we are today. We have taken all of the ideas and incorporated it ently together." into our Air Force doctrine. Yes, the Air Force has made some mistakes

'I'm not just an Airman, I'm a spouse, and I can be both'

By Senior Airman Sarah Hall-Kirchner 375th Air Mobility Wing Public Affairs

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Illinois – Sometimes, all of my identities get hard to handle. No, I'm not a superhero with an alter-ego, but I do wear quite a few different hats. I am an active duty Airman, I am a mom, I am a daughter, I am a sister, and I also happen to be the spouse of an active duty servicemember.

Dedication and loyalty are important to me, and I throw myself completely into my service, my job, my husband, my kids and my family.

For a long time, I've felt like I didn’t really belong anywhere in the world.

I, wrongly, felt I didn't belong with spouses because I am an active duty member. I also felt that I didn't belong at work because I have children. My world was lonely, not feeling like I clicked into any pre-formed group.

However, I never knew how I could fit in until I started talking with some spouses from my squadron's spouses group--what friends I was missing out on. Little did I know, these spouses are the most accepting people I have encountered in my short time in the Air Force.

While talking to one of the leaders of the group, I realized, they don't care

what I do, I'm still a spouse and a part of the group. I suddenly felt like I did belong in this demographic, and I could get support in willing listeners and those understanding my struggles of being a military spouse.

They understand the long hours away from family, and my desire to spend all of the quality time possible with my family when I have it. We had the same passions: our families. They understand that sometimes it is hard to be a mom and leave your kids at daycare every morning to go to work. In the same way, they reassured me that the person caring for my children, also a military spouse, loves them like they are her own.

These amazing individuals don't even act like I'm any different, they just see me as another military spouse, and that is comforting in a way I did not know I needed. I have found support for the part of me that had been neglected for quite a while. I'm not just an Airman, I'm a spouse, and I can be both (along with all those other identities I have to juggle every day).

Now that I have loyalty and dedication in the form of fellow spouses, I've realized that I can fit in at work, too. The Airmen that I work with don't have to have spouses or children for me to fit in with them as an Airman, journalist or photographer. I can exist in two different realms without them being mutually exclusive.

Practice transparency, integrity with new inspection program

By Maj. Elizabeth Bowman 375th Air Mobility Wing Deputy Inspector General

SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Illinois – From day one of joining the Air Force, we learn about our core values. We strive to uphold these core values to the highest level as a military member.

All of the core values are near and dear to me, but recently it is integrity that I have started viewing in a different way.

Integrity encompasses many traits and honesty is one of those traits. Integrity has even been regarded as the honesty of one's actions. As a leader at all levels, consistent demonstration of integrity gains respect. The individuals you work with appreciate respectful honesty in all that you do. Sometimes we are honest in what we say, but we may not be fully transparent. The information

we pass on may not be the information an individual is looking for and therefore does not lead to transparency.

This is not always easy because many of us have been raised to only tell the information that is needed and it tends to make us vulnerable when we are transparent. It is the combination of both honesty and transparency that creates authenticity and helps those individuals we interact with gain confidence in us.

The Air Force has had many changes including the implementation of the Commanders' Inspection Program. One item that has especially changed is the push to embrace transparency. We have always been taught to be honest about our programs, but we may have been told not to be fully transparent. We wanted our programs to look good and not admit deficiencies no matter how small. The new inspection program encourages us

to recognize problem areas and to document them.

When we "embrace the red," we are honest and authentic about the programs we run and therefore we are able to find solutions to the problem rather than hope they go unnoticed. It helps all individuals maintain their integrity since continuous, honest self-assessment prevents pencil-whipping and other means of preparing for an inspection.

It also gives Airmen and leaders at all levels the opportunity to find areas for process improvement which may help drive significant increases in the efficiency and effectiveness of the mission.

This change in the Air Force Inspections System allows us to embrace our core values and take honesty to the next level. By being continuously transparent with our programs and diligently pursuing solutions, we are inspection-ready every day.

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Happy Birthday to the U.S. Army

Two hundred forty years ago, our nation's leaders established the Continental Army.

Today, the Army is the strategic landpower of the joint force; called upon to prevent, shape, and win against our adversaries.

This year, we celebrate 240 years of selfless service to the nation. Selfless service is at

the core of what it means to be a Soldier - putting the welfare of others ahead of oneself.

The willingness of our Soldiers - to place themselves in harm's way and to protect our nation's freedoms - is what makes us the premier all-volunteer force. The Army has served proudly, faithfully, and selflessly for 240 years, and we remain steadfast in our commitment.

315th MSG commander retires after 33 years

By Staff Sgt. Bobby Pilch 315th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

U.S. Air Force Photo / Tech. Sgt. Shane Ellis

Brig. Gen. Randall A. Ogden presents a certificate of retirement to Col. James B. Hurley June 7, 2015 at the Joint Base Charleston theater in Charleston, S.C. During his 33-year career, Hurley first served with the active duty Air Force before transitioning to the Air Force Reserve. Hurley donned the Air Force uniform for the last time but will go on to serve in a civilian capacity with the 628th Air Base Wing Mission Support Group at the base. Hurley was the 315th Mission Support Group commander at Joint Base Charleston, and Ogden is the director, Air Force Reserve Plans, Programs and Requirements, Headquarters U.S. Air Force.

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Friends, family and fellow Airmen gathered at the Base Theatre June 7, 2015 to celebrate the long career and retirement of Col. James B. Hurley, commander, 315th Mission Support Group, Joint Base Charleston, S.C. During Hurley's 33-year career, he served with the active duty Air Force then transitioned to the Air Force Reserve, dedicating his accomplishments and highlights to those who he had the pleasure of serving alongside and fellow leaders he deemed as mentors.

"I really don't like talking about myself ... I like talking about the people that I represent and your accomplishments," said Hurley as he humbly addressed the crowd. "That really has been the real thing that has sustained me over the last 33 years of my career and being associated with people who are just above and beyond - just outstanding people, people who love what their doing, do it well and do it at 150 percent every day. If I happen to be a part of that mix, good for me, but it's not about me."

Hurley's words were echoed by Brig. Gen. Randall A. Ogden, director of Air Force Reserve Plans, Programs and Requirements, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., who was the guest speaker for the day's ceremony and gave Hurley his farewell.

"What makes a leader great?" stated Ogden as he referenced the book "Good to Great" by Jim Collins. "One is incredible humility and the other is a ferocious passion for what you're doing and Jim, you have both of those things. Your humility is shown throughout and giving credit and mentoring to others - it speaks to who you are."

Hurley donned the Air Force uniform for the last time but will go on to serve in a civilian capacity with the 628th Air Base Wing Mission Support Group here and instructed anyone who needs support, mentoring or simply to talk about their career path to seek him out.

"I will continue to be member of the Air Force and Team," said Hurley. "If you need anything, help with something or mentoring, please call, email or send me a text. I am here for you."

Local WWII veteran shares experiences

By Capt. Brian Walker 437th Airlift Wing

In advance of the 70th anniversary of D-Day, Lt. Col. (Ret.) William Tuxworth, United States Air Force, joined the more than 30 Joint Base Charleston personnel for lunch June 4, 2015 at the Charleston Club on JB Charleston, S.C. He shared many of his personal stories from his 27 year military career starting in the Army Air Corps and continuing into the Air Force.

Tuxworth was drafted in 1943 and took part in the D-Day invasion as an Army Air Corps navigator/bombardier aboard a B-17. When asked about his thoughts while going on his first bombing as an 18 year old, Tuxworth replied, "The airplane went up and I went with it, so I didn't think about anything except doing my job."

Later in the war, he was deployed to Italy as part of the 840th Bomb Squadron, 483rd Bombardment Group still flying in B-17s. Tuxworth and his unit engaged in long-range strategic bombing missions targeting enemy military, industrial and transport targets in Italy, France and Germany. Explaining that bombers were always grateful for fighter escort protection during their lengthy bombing missions, Tuxworth praised the 322nd Fighter Group, the Tuskegee Airmen, "They were excellent. They were always there and on time."

Tuxworth continued his career in the Air Force after the war, flying in other aircraft including the B-47 and the B-52 until retiring in 1969.

During lunch, Tuxworth discussed many of his military experiences, including his squadron's traditions, missions flown and training needed to be a bombardier.

"I really enjoyed Lt. Col. Tuxworth's stories," said Master Sgt. Adam Mattson, 17th Airlift Squadron. "It is great for our Airmen to be able to look back at our heritage to see where today's Air Force came from."

Tuxworth, who celebrated his 90th birthday in December 2014, summed up his time in the Air Force simply, "I enjoyed every minute of my time and would do it all over again if I could."

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Medal presented to heroic NCBC Marine

By Lance Cpl. Jonah Lovy Marine Aircraft Group 31

The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal was awarded to Lance Cpl. Victor Padilla aboard Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston, S.C., April 21, 2015.

Padilla, a correction specialist stationed at the Brig, received the medal for saving his best friend and fellow Marine from a suicide attempt, April 11, 2015.

Padilla said he had dropped his friend off at the barracks and made plans to meet at his friend's room later that night. When Padilla arrived at the room, the Marine was not there.

He sensed that something was wrong and went looking for his friend. Padilla found him hanging from the walkway balcony.

"It was just immediate action after that," said Chief Warrant Officer 2 Ryan Cripe, Marine detachment officer in charge aboard Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston. "He jumped to the other side of the railing, where there is not really a foot hold, and put himself into a precarious position. He loosened the

strangulation device the Marine had placed on himself and got him out of that situation without further injury."

The Marine was immediately transported to the hospital for evaluation, and received further care at a mental health facility. He has returned to work and is on a plan to address his mental health state.

Padilla's quick thinking and reflexes prevented anything worse form happening that night, said Cripe.

"If Padilla had been 30 seconds later he probably would have been unconscious," Cripe said.

The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is reserved for sailors and Marines who distinguish themselves through heroic or meritorious achievement. Padilla merits this award for his swift action in saving a fellow Marine from harm.

"I'm thankful we have Marines like Padilla. He knew the Marine on a much deeper level than anyone else and was there to take immediate action," said Cripe.

Courtesy photo / Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston

Commander J. Michael Cole pins the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal on Lance Cpl. Victor Padilla during a ceremony April 21, 2015 at the Naval Consolidated Brig Charleston on Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Padilla was awarded the medal for saving his best friend and fellow marine from a suicide attempt on April 11, 2015. The Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal is reserved for Sailors and Marines who distinguish themselves through heroic or meritorious achievement. Cole is the commanding officer of the NCBC and Padilla is a correction specialist at NCBC.

Frequent Flyer Miles/Reward Programs; can you benefit?

From 628th Air Base Wing and 315th Airlift Wing Legal Offices

When traveling on official business there are always questions regarding the use of personal travel rewards programs.

The following information should provide needed clarification.

The Joint Travel Regulation paragraph 1300.B states, "A traveler on official business may keep promotional material, including frequent traveler benefits, for personal use (e.g., points, miles, upgrades, or access to carrier clubs/facilities)."

Examples of promotional materials include complimentary room upgrades, transportation accommodations provided by the vendor and upgrades 'purchased' using frequent traveler benefits and/or personal unreimbursed funds. Promotional benefits/materials received from a travel service provider in connection with planning and/or scheduling an official conference or other group travel (as opposed to performing official travel) are considered Government property, and may

only be accepted on the Government's behalf.

The JTR also states that the promotional material must be: a) "Obtained under the same terms as those offered to the general public, or to a class consisting of all Government employees of Uniformed Service members, whether or not restricted on the basis of geographic consideration, and b) at no additional Government cost."

When it comes to frequent flyer miles, Air Force Instruction 24-101, Passenger Movement, 19 October 2012, paragraph 3.30 states: "Government travelers on official business at government expense that are frequent flyer program members may keep points or miles, upgrades, or access to carrier clubs or facilities for personal use. The promotional material must be obtained under the same terms as those offered to the general public and must be at no cost to the government. Air Force personnel, when using their frequent flyer miles to upgrade to business or First Class, shall not wear a uniform or allow a rank or grade to be associated with an upgrade. Please note that membership in

frequent flyer programs is not justification to override the requirement (in future reservations) to utilize assigned contract carriers through the GSA City Pairs Program." Travelers must also be aware that the JTR, paragraph 2000.E says, "Excess costs, circuitous routes, delays or luxury accommodations that are unnecessary or unjustified are the traveler's financial responsibility." Therefore, travelers are not permitted, at Government expense, to fly or travel a route that is not the normal route for the purpose of obtaining travel rewards.

This article is not intended to replace specific legal advice from an attorney related to your travel matter. Legal assistance is provided at the Air Base by appointment on Tuesdays from 12 to 3 p.m., and on Thursdays by appointment from 8 to 10 a.m. Legal Assistance is available at the Naval Weapons Station on a walk-in basis Mondays from 8 to 11 a.m., (please arrive by 10:30 a.m.) and on Fridays by appointment in Building 206 at the WS from 8 to 11 a.m. Please call 843-9635502 or 843-794-7500 to schedule all appointments.

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17th Airlift Squadron: A Look Back

17 AS crew gets top honors at Air Tattoo

By Lt. Col. Ed Memi 437th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

Editor's Note: As the 437th Airlift Wing gears up to inactivate the 17th Airlift Squadron, we hope you enjoy the walk down memory lane with us as we reprint stories that highlight the achievements of the Air Force's first operational C-17 squadron. This week's article was first printed in the August 11, 2000 edition of the Airlift Dispatch.

The 17th Airlift Squadron took home top honors as the best aerial demonstration at the Royal International Air Tattoo 2000, held at RAF Cottesmore, Rutland, England, July 22-23.

The award, called the Lockheed Martin Cannestra Trophy, is presented to the best flying demonstration by an overseas participant. The base had beat out a field of mostly fighter jets to win the prestigious honor, the first time any airlifter has won the competition.

Charleston performed a 10-minute aerial demonstration at Cottesmore and also had a static display aircraft on the ground for the crowds to observe. The C-17 drew a lot of attention as the United Kingdom prepares to lease four C-17s from Boeing. An aircrew and C-17 also flew to Farnborough and RAF Brize Norton, near Oxford, England, where they did seven aerial demonstrations July 24-31. The aircrews and aircraft returned here July 31.

"I know that the last eight times that someone has won this trophy, it's been a fighter unit. It's hard to compete against the fighters which often times can steal the show," said Maj. Ken Burch, one of the demo pilots from the 437th Operations Group standardization and evaluation office. The victory was especially meaningful for Burch since he leaves the Air Force this week to join the 315th Airlift Wing and United Airlines.

The award allowed him to bring back the traveling trophy on his last "fini" flight.

Burch, along with 17 AS RAF exchange pilot Squadron Leader Darrel Jacobs, thrilled the crowds with an aerial demonstration on each day of the airshow. 15 AS RAF exchange pilot Squadron Leader Jeff Clark had also joined them on the trip. "At RAF Brize Norton, we had a lot of RAF senior officers and maintenance people tour the aircraft since that is where the C-17s will eventually be based in England.

We spent about six hours showing the aircraft there."

Each of the three flying squadrons has only three aircraft commanders who are considered "demo" qualified, which requires them to be certified by the wing standardization and evaluation office. The scripted single ship C-17 demo profile consists of a short-field take-off, a high speed pass at about 300 knots, a slow speed pass at about 105 knots, a 360 degree turn at show center, an assault landing at less than 1,500 feet with a full stop followed by a backing demonstration to show the aircraft's maneuverability.

"At Farnborough, the demo was especially impressive since we got to pull within 200 feet of the crowds and then

backed into our parking space after the show. People actually started backing up when it looked like the jet might actually go into the crowd. Everyone was very impressed that such a large jet could be so maneuverable," Burch said. The crowd at Cottesmore was equally impressed with the size of the C-17.

The award at Cottesmore was a complete surprise to the aircrew.

"There was a huge celebration after the airshow and that's when they presented us with the award. We know that the demo had impressed the crowds, but didn't think we could compete against the Ukrainian MIG-29s, Dutch F-16s and Swiss F-5s."

Not only did the crowds come out to look at the C-17, but at Cottesmore, a number of heads-of-state, legislators and cabinet officials came out to look at the jet. "There were lots of VIPs that toured the aircraft, to include the King of Jordan and the Prince of Saudi Arabia. There were so many generals that came out that I lost count."

"While Ken was flying the RIAT demo, I was busy with the 315th crew giving VIP tours on the static. The highlight of these tours occurred on Saturday, when the King of Jordan visited. I had him (King Abdullah II) sitting in the pilot's seat of the static C-17 on the ground watching the flying demo through the heads up display," said Lt. Col. John Millander, 17th AS commander. VIP visitors also included Gen. "Speedy" Martin, United States Air Forces in Europe commander; Air Marshall Peter Squires, the Chief of Staff of the RAF; Jeffrey Hoon, the U.K. Secretary of State for Defence and the crown prince of Saudi Arabia Prince Faisel.

"People were just very excited about the aircraft and were impressed with how much you could fit into the back of the aircraft. We would demonstrate the versatility in the back of the plane to the crowds," said Tech. Sgt. Don Eagle, a loadmaster in the 17 AS. "The crowd was really impressed with how we could back up the plane up and we started to steal the show while backing up the runway," Eagle added.

"Normally at these big airshows, they limit the demonstrations to only 7 minutes, but they made a special exception for us and allowed us to do the full 10 minute demo profile," said Burch, who has more than 5,000 hours flying airlifters. The aircrew became something of a celebrity in the crowds since videotaped interviews were played on at least six massive "jumbotron" screens placed throughout airshow grounds. "We would walk through the crowds and people would recognize us instantly from the videos. IT was like we were celebrities," Burch said.

The Royal International Air Tattoo featured more than 350 aircraft representing military forces from more than 30 countries and drew about 200,000 people each day. RIAT2000 had a major tribute to the 60th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain, featuring the Spitfires and Hurricanes that flew to glory six decades ago. The tattoo is staged in support of the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund, the military charity that reaches out to all past and present members of the RAF and their dependents.

The Tattoo was forces to find a new temporary venue because of extensive runway resurfacing work at RAF Fairford. RAF Cottesmore, one of the Royal Air Force's frontline bases is home to two squadrons of Harrier GR7s, serving as part of the British Joint Force 2000.

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Base and community meet for P4 Final Planning meeting

Lieutenant Col. Warren Brainard gives a briefing during the P4 Community Partnering Final Planning Meeting June 5, 2015 at the Charleston Chamber of Commerce in North Charleston, S.C. Both base leadership and local community members have been working over the last several months in groups to look at and develop creative ways to leverage capabilities and resources, combine like services, and improve the quality of life for those who call Charleston home. The Final Planning Meeting, also called the “Realities Workshop,” was the third workshop held and provided a forum for the group to review 10 potential initiatives and areas for partnership. Brainard is the 628th Security Forces Squadron commander.

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Two worthy causes allow us to give back to our own

By Staff Sgt. Crystal Boatright 628th Medical Group

During the month of June, military members are presented with an opportunity to show their gratitude to past heroes by supporting the Air Force Enlisted Village and the Chief Master Sergeants of the Air Force Scholarship Program.

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Ninety-nine staff sergeants selected for promotion

From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Selection for promotion to the rank of technical sergeant was announced by the Air Force June 9, 2015 and 99 Joint Base Charleston staff sergeants made the list.

In all, the Air Force selected 8,446 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant.

Selectees represent 23.55 percent of the 35,863 eligible.

Airmen selected for technical sergeant will be promoted according to their promotion sequence number beginning in August 2015.

Selections are tentative until the data verification process is complete, which is no later than 10 days after the promotion release date.

Personnel officials will notify Airmen, via military personnel sections, if their selection is in question.

Airmen will be able to access their score notices on the Virtual Military Personnel Flight, accessible via the secure applications page and the Air Force Portal.

The staff sergeants selected for promotion are: 1st Combat Camera Squadron Gregory Brook Jose Rodriguez 14th Airlift Squadron Andrew Reilly Miranda Williams

437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Joshua Ano Travis Boyles Brandon Gibby Christopher Hammond Tyrell Haney Casey Harrison David Holloway Scott James Norris Lewis Brenton Marti Robert Melcher James Nartowicz Douglas Ramos Michael Redmayne Michael Regina Justin Rybicki Scotty Simpson Jennifer Smith Jace Thornton Mitchell Vines

437th Maintenance Group Nathon Andrews Michael Barrett Cassandra Cogburn Casey Jones Christopher Khalaf Brian Pittman James Regan Kenneth Stephens Gabriel Wright

437th Maintenance Squadron Warren Calp Sean Grosbeck Matthew Lyle Dustin Mercer John Price William Thompson

15th Airlift Squadron David Horne Orlando Infante Joshua Nelson Michael Solly

17th Airlift Squadron Luis Diaz Montanez

373rd Training Squadron Terry Coates Kaycee Greenwood Joseph Jackson Ryan Kirklin Jarrad Stephens

Danial Sawyer Michael Swingle

437th Operations Group William Cotten Marlon Floyd Matthew Imschweiler Michael Powers

437th Aerial Port Squadron Christopher Coates Tracy Frink Nicholas Sansone

437th Operations Support Squadron Freddy Calle Adrienne Forth Eric Harrison Robert Kirby Shawn Nyer Jared Thedy

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman George Goslin

Newly selected technical sergeants pose for a group photo after receiving their certificates, June 9, 2015 during the 2015 Tech. Sgt. Release Party at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. JB Charleston had 99 selectees and the Air Force selected 8,446 staff sergeants for promotion to technical sergeant.

Selectees represent 23.55 percent of the 35,863 eligible. Airmen selected for technical sergeant will be promoted according to their promotion sequence number beginning in August. Selections are tentative until the data verification process is complete, which is no later than 10 days after the promotion release date. Personnel officials will notify Airmen, via military personnel sections, if their selection is in question.

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For more information about Air Force personnel programs go to myPers. Individuals who do not have a myPers account can request one by following the instructions on the Air Force Retirees Services website.

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SAPR Corner Third Party Report

By Ruby Godley, SAPR Victim Advocate JB Charleston - Weapons Station

After a person has been sexually assaulted they are likely to confide in someone they know and trust. As a friend you should ask them what kind of help they are looking for and support that decision. Are they safe?

Would they like a victim advocate? Would they like to notify law enforcement? Were they just looking for someone to talk to?

However, you may be unsure about your obligation to report this information to your command.

• If the person to whom the victim confided the information is not in the victim’s officer and non-commissioned officer chain of command, the person that they confided in is not obligated to report the assault.

• If the person to whom the victim confided the information is in the victim’s chain of command, there is an obligation to report the assault.

• Third party person reporting due observation of an assault. Because a sexual assault is a crime and a violation of the UCMJ, any DoD person (civilian, active duty or reservist on active duty) observing a sexual assault of a person is obligated to report the assault to the persons chain of command or to any law enforcement activity.

If you are unsure about what to do please call a SAPR Victim Advocate or your local SARC for further guidance. AB SAPR 24/7 Hotline 843-976-7272, WS SAPR 24/7 Hotline 843-478-8615, or the DoD Safe Helpline 1-877-995-5247

Joint Base Charleston officers selected for promotion

From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

The Air Force announced June 9, 2015 that it had selected 1,499 majors for promotion to lieutenant colonel and 57 captains for promotion to major during the calendar year 2015A Lieutenant Colonel LAF and LAF-J and Major LAF-J Selection Boards.

Four Joint Base Charleston officers were selected for promotion to major and lieutenant colonel Majors selected for promotion to lieutenant colonel: 17th Airlift Squadron Thomas Clark

437th Aerial Port Squadron Jason Okumura

628th Communications Squadron Christopher Landwehr

Captain selected for promotion to major:

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To view the lists, go to the Air Force Portal and select the promotion link, or log in to myPers, select "Any" from the drop down menu, enter "Active Duty: Officer Promotions Home Page" in the search window and scroll down to the promotion select list section.

For more information about Air Force personnel programs go to the myPers website.

Individuals who do not have a myPers account can request one by following the instructions on the Air Force Retirees Services website.

Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs contributed to this article

Air Base Victim Advocates Civ Florine King, 628th WSA - SARC Civ Shelia Bacon, 628th WSA - SAVA SSgt Dana Alderete - 437 MXS SSgt Stephanie Bandy - 628th LRS SrA Patvia Brice - 628th LRS TSgt Tarha Burchell - 628th CONS SSgt Michelle DeMers - 1 CTCS MSgt Emily Edmunds - 14 AS TSgt Amine El Iahiai - 628th MDSS TSgt Toccara Evans - 628th LRS SSgt Adrienne Forth - 437th OSS TSgt Chiquita Frazier - 628th LRS

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Chapel Corner Keeping or telling secrets

By Chaplain, Maj. Aaron Meadows Joint Base Charleston Chaplain

We all have them … secrets.

Some are “small,” like sneaking a cookie before dinner. Others are “big,” like being abused as a child, a family member who killed himself … we keep our secrets for different reasons.

We don’t want people to look down on us, talking about them hurts too much, we don’t

want to stop our secret behavior, we don’t want to hurt others or make them uncomfortable. So we keep our secrets.

The problem is that the secrets we keep are a part of who we are, for better or worse.

Ultimately, the secrets we keep, keep us in the dark. The truth is, when we are able to share these dark places of our lives in healthy ways, we are able to live life in the light. This allows us to live life free of the burden and the darkness that holding those secrets bring.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Jared Trimarchi

John Johns, deputy assistant secretary of defense for maintenance, presents a commemorative coin to Tech. Sgt. Brain Parmerter and Tech. Sgt. Richard Smith, for outstanding support June 4, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Johns visited the 437th Maintenance Group, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and the 437th Maintenance Squadron to talk with maintainers and fuels Airmen and to see their daily mission specific to the base. He provides oversight to the Department of Defense’s annual $80 billion maintenance program. Parmerter is a member of the 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and Smith is a member of the 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron.

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William Scheer, 628th Security Forces Squadron Weapons Station Operations manager, talks to the audience during the Quality of Life Council Meeting, June 3, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The purpose of the meeting was to solicit input from base personnel to identify problems and to improve base services.

Another way to provide feedback on various base services is through the Interactive Customer Evaluation System, also knows as ICE. The ICE system can accessed through the 628th Force Support Squadron site at www.jbcharleston.com.

Quality of Life Council Meeting Photos by Staff Sgt. AJ Hyatt

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The Integrated Delivery System Mobile App was introduced during the Quality of Life Council Meeting, June 3, 2015 at Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C.

US Pacific Fleet Marks 73rd Anniversary of the Battle of Midway

By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tamara Vaughn U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs

PEARL HARBOR – The U.S. Pacific Fleet staff commemorated the 73rd anniversary of the Battle of Midway with a ceremony at its Pearl Harbor headquarters June 5, 2015.

The Battle of Midway was fought June 47, 1942 and was the decisive defeat that effectively halted the Imperial Japanese Navy's advance across the Pacific.

Fleet Commander Adm. Scott Swift spoke of the battle's significance as the turning point of World War II in the Pacific and the actions of then Fleet Commander Adm. Chester Nimitz that contributed to victory.

"Adm. Nimitz is someone I have studied for a long time," Swift said during his opening remarks. "He was a very strategic thinker.

In those three days that [USS] Yorktown was being repaired in the dry dock he donned waders and walked through the ship to encourage those who were working on the ship that the mandate he had set to repair the ship in three days could be achieved.

"He understood what was being asked of those shipyard workers and that is telling today," Swift said.

He went on to note to the more than 150 guests in attendance that this is not simply history; it is, in fact, heritage.

"Numbers are important, but what's most compelling here is the commitment of the force, the belief in what you're fighting for," Swift said. "Today isn't just about the history of Midway, but it's also about our naval heritage there."

The ceremony included remarks from guest speaker and historian David Rosenberg, who stressed how the United States was outnumbered and outgunned during this battle.

"Through an extraordinary combination of the skill and courage of American pilots, splendid intelligence, prudent risk taking by our commanders, that and sheer luck," Rosenberg said. "The apparently inferior American forces were victorious."

Naval intelligence played a crucial role in the victory. In May 1942, intelligence experts at the Combat Intelligence Unit at Pearl Harbor known as Station Hypo intercepted 500 to 1,000 Japanese radio messages a day, deciphering and translating roughly 25 percent. They provided Nimitz with the vital information that the Imperial Japanese Navy intended to attack Midway Atoll.

"Imperial Japan seemed to be triumphant and unstoppable," Rosenberg said.

"Information dominance core of intelligence, cryptology, communications and meteorology professionals gave Adm. Nimitz advance notice the knowledge of Japanese objectives,

U.S. Navy photo / Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tamara Vaughn

From the right, Capt. Dale Rielage, director of intelligence and information operations, U.S. Pacific Fleet; Adm. Scott Swift, commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet; David Rosenberg, guest speaker; and Capt. John Shimotsu, U.S. Pacific Fleet Chaplain; salute during a ceremony at fleet headquarters to commemorate the 73rd anniversary of the Battle of Midway. The Battle of Midway, which took place June 4-7, 1942, was a decisive victory for the U.S. Navy and is regarded as the turning point of the war in the Pacific.

virtually the enemy entire order of battle."

Rosenberg noted that it was a combination of intelligence, tactics, courage and sacrifice that forever changed the course of the war and world history. The interception and decryption of Japanese plans by naval intelligence specialists in Hawaii allowed Nimitz to have his carriers ready and waiting for the Japanese at Midway.

Additionally, Swift spoke of the importance of the Pacific region to America during the battle and its importance today.

"All this folds into who we are today and the challenges we face, especially in this theater of great uncertainty," Swift added. "What

is most compelling is the commitment to the force, the belief in what you are fighting for."

Although the attack occurred 73 years ago the lessons from this famous battle are still being told.

"The event honored the legacy of the Battle of Midway and incredible sacrifices that were made," said Cryptologic Technician (Collections) 3rd Class Devin Bates, who attended the ceremony. "It makes sure that the memory of the Battle of Midway, our heritage and what it stands for, is not lost to younger generations of Sailors."

For more news from U.S. Pacific Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/cpf/.

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Events

All classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified.

For more information, call A&FRC 963-4406 or just register at https://booknow.appointment-plus.com/6yqzqrn0/

June 15 / Slay The Debt Dragon (Webinar): 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! This class will be held from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

June 16 / Comprehensive Principles Of Financial Planning: This is a four- part series held June 16, 17, 23 and 24 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and provides the opportunity to learn about the principles of comprehensive planning, wealth accumulation, risk management, and retirement planning. / Live 5 News Meteorologist Bill Walsh Hurricane Preparedness: Join us from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m., for this informative briefing on how

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to best prepare for a hurricane!

June 17 / Spouse Introduction to JB Charleston: Join us for this fun, fastpaced introduction to JB Charleston for military spouses who have recently moved here. Meet other newly-arrived spouses, connect, learn about base resources, and learn where to shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry! This class will be held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. / Mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefings: Held from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., 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 Transition GPS Workshop.

June 18 / Spouse Appreciation Dinner For Spouses Of Deployed: Join us from 6 to 7:30 p.m., for great fellowship, fun, and good food! All on us!

June 22 / Operation: Employment (OPR EMPL): Held June 22 to 26 from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., these hour-long classes are designed to help job-seekers improve their employability in today's challenging job market. Classes include Interest Profiler, Career Exploration, Job Search, Applications & Cover Letters, Start Your Resume, Resume Builder, Scholarship & Education, Social Networking, Interviewing for Success, Salary Negotiation, Fine Tune Your Resume, Navigating USA Jobs, Job Fair 101, and a Human Resource Panel for question/answer sessions!

June 23 / Key Spouse update: This training is for all appointed Key Spouses. Training will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

June 24 / PCS-Moving Made Easy: Learn from experts how to prepare and PCS smoothly. This class will be held from 9:30 to 11 a.m. / Good Credit—I Want That (webinar): Whether trying to build, fix, or maintain good credit, learn what it takes to reach a great score.

This class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.

Notices

/ Volunteers needed for the Airman's Attic: The Airman's Attic is in urgent need of volunteers to assist the coordinator with assembling workshop packets, maintaining inventory and assisting with loan locker check-outs and returns. This is an awesome opportunity to learn, network, and gain experience to add to your resume!

Additionally, volunteer drivers are needed. If you drive a truck, like to help others and are willing to donate just a few hours a month - we work around your schedule - the Airman's Attic is the volunteer opportunity for you. We are in need of volunteer drivers to pick up donations! If interested, please call the Airman and Family Readiness Center at 963-4406 (628 FSS/FSFR). / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors 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 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment or request more information, please call 843-963-8224 for the Air Base (AB) office and 843-794-4304 for the Weapons Station (WS) office. For walk-in appointments, please visit the AB office in building 503, room 106 and the WS office in building 708. / The 628th Medical Group Physical Therapy Clinic is offering a Gait Analysis program to provide better access to preventative care!

We will perform a biomechanical assessment of your lower extremity in both walking and running and then make running shoe and injury prevention recommendations. This is open to all TRICARE Prime Beneficiaries ages 16 to 65 years of age. The gait assessments are performed the second and fourth Wednesday afternoon of each month. NO REFERRAL needed: just call 963-6880 to book an appointment. Slots book up quickly, so please don’t hesitate to call and make your appointment today! / The Airman & Family Readiness Center's Discovery Room's open hours of operation have changed to 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Patrons are encouraged to visit the Air Base and Weapons Station libraries for their afterhours needs.

See More Briefs and Events at www.charleston.af.mil

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.

Events

All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JB Charleston, Weapons Station, unless otherwise specified. For more information, call FFSC at 794-7480 or just register at https://booknow.appointmentplus.com/6yqzqrn0/

June 16 / Entrepreneur Training Track: Learn all about the ins and outs of starting your own small business! This class will be held June 16 to 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.

June 18 / Smooth Move: Relocating soon? If so, learn from the experts on how to PCS smoothly to your new location. You do not need orders to attend. This class will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

June 22 / Home Selling: Are you selling your home soon? Selling a home can be difficult, let us help. Join this workshop to gain the tools

you may need to successfully sell your property. The workshop will be held from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

June 23 / Funancial Summer Day Camp: Children, ages 5 to 13 years old, will learn and explore in the fields of entrepreneurship, finance, savings, being wise consumers and life skills lessons. This camp will be held June 23 to 24 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

June 24 / Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA): Student Loans: Feeling overwhelmed with student loan debt? FFSC now offers news, guidance and insightful perspective on your rights and responsibilities for your student loans. From 2 to 4 p.m., learn how you can pay your loans down, faster, capping your interest rate, and qualifying for additional programs all by invoking your rights under SCRA! June 25 / VA Disability Claim Workshop: This workshop is broken down into two sections: From 8 to 9:30 a.m., the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to participants. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., a Medical Records Review/turn-in will take place. Members are welcomed to attend either sessions or the session most relevant to their current situation.

Notices

/ CAPSTONE: Capstone is a congressionally mandated culminating activity to verify service members have met their Career Readiness Standards, as identified on the Service Member Career Readiness Standards/ Individual Transition Plan Checklist, DD Form 2958. The checklist, in conjunction with the ITP, will be used by the A&FRC, FFSC, and Commanders (or commander’s designee) to verify status of CRS completion. To schedule your Capstone appointment, call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint Base Charleston-NWS at 794-7480. / VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance: Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors 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 0730-1630 MF, and walk-ins are welcome. To schedule an appointment or request more information, please call 843-963-8224 for the Air Base (AB) office and 843-794-4304 for the Weapons Station (WS) office. For walk-in appointments, please visit the AB office in building 503, room 106 and the WS office in building 708. / Spouse Introduction To Fleet And Family Support Center, Tuesdays from 10 to 10:30 a.m., and Thursdays from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Spouses new to JB Charleston are invited to come and learn about the Fleet and Family Support Center and JB Charleston. / Relocation Assistance (RAP) - The Fleet and Family Support Center offers assistance to transferring service members and their families by providing information on their next assignment via Military Home Front. We also provide assistance in getting settled via a resource room with job listings, a telephone, a fax machine, copier, and internet access. We maintain a relocation computer system called Military Home Front that provides up-to-date information on most military duty stations and communities. / Movie Nights at LIBERTY - Enjoy a LIBERTY movie night the second and fourth Tuesday of the month starting at 6:30 pm in the Liberty Game Room. We provide the food and drinks and feature some oldie (but goodie) movies and some new in-theaters-now movies! Check out which movies we will be playing on the Liberty Calendar posted in the Liberty Lounge! This event is free and geared toward unaccompanied Sailors and Airmen E1-E6 and geo-bachelors; CAC is required for sign-up. For more information call 2963942 or Facebook at Liberty NWS. / 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! Contact Tech. Sgt. Whitehead at 963-5208.

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Rec Review

Rec Review is produced by the 628th Force Support Squadron Marketing Office as a supplement to The Patriot. All prices for events and services advertised are subject to change without notice. For questions about Rec Review, call the Marketing Office at (843) 963-3809. Mention of any sponsor or sponsorship in this publication is not a federal endorsement for the product or service. For more information on Force Support facilities, visit our website at www.JBCharleston.com.

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