Joint Base Charleston, S.C.
Vol. 8, No. 13
Patriot Joint Base Charleston: ‘Launch Point For The Nation's Resolve’
July 7, 2017
Joint Base Charleston welcomes new 628th ABW, installation commander U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Thomas Charlton
Col. Jeffrey Nelson, right, incoming 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston commander, assumed command from Maj. Gen. Christopher Bence, left, U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center commander, here, July 6. Nelson accepted command from Col. Robert Lyman, outgoing 628th ABW and Joint Base commander
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ALL ABOARD! 841st loads MRAPS for shipment See page 3
SUMMER CAMP
SPAWAR teaches students cyber security See page 4
‘WELD’ DONE Maintaining and fabricating See page 5
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By Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Col. Jeffrey Nelson, former 437th Airlift Wing vice commander, took command of the 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston during a change of command ceremony at Nose Dock 2 here, July 6, 2017. Maj. Gen. Christopher Bence, U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center commander, presided over the ceremony and facilitated the transfer of the 628th ABW guideon. After Nelson accepted command he promised Col. Robert Lyman, 628th ABW outgoing commander, and those in attendance, to continue the growth of the wing and installation’s legacy. “Thank you for all that you’ve done for the 628th ABW and Joint Base Charleston,” said Nelson. “We look forward to building upon your successes and continuing to enhance support to mission partners and building community partnerships.” Bence awarded Lyman with the Legion of Merit for exceptional meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements. He also took time to highlight the accomplishments of Joint Base Charleston during Lyman’s tenure. “You have served selflessly and have left an incredible mark on the 628th ABW and the joint base family,” said Bence. “You can rest assured your leadership over the past two years has shaped and developed the 628th into the outstanding unit it is today and cemented Joint Base Charleston as the Department of Defense’s shining example of joint basing done right.” Lyman started his tenure as commander in July 2015. After being recognized, Lyman addressed the audience, offering words of thanks and fulfillment as he reflected on his time as base commander. “Thank you all for being such great wingmen and shipmates,” said Lyman.
“Lowcountry warriors, you amaze all who meet you with the integrity of your service, the humility of your excellence and the commitment of your courageous character. I’ll close my time as your commander by looking my teammates in the eye and simply saying this: I am fiercely proud to have had the opportunity to be one of you.” Lyman is scheduled for an assignment to Joint Special Operations Command, Fort Bragg, N.C., where he will be the director of communications. JSOC is a sub-unified command of the U.S. Special Operations Command charged to study special operations requirements and techniques, ensure interoperability and equipment standardization, plan and conduct special operations exercises and training and develop joint special operations tactics. The ceremony concluded with Nelson addressing his new team for the first time. During his speech he shared his vision for the future of the wing and the joint team. “To the Joint Base Charleston mission partners of all sizes, I look forward to working with each and every one of you and supporting your mission,” said Nelson. “To the men and women of the 628th ABW, I am honored and humbled to be your commander. I am committed to working for you and the mission of the 628th ABW. I look forward to working with each of you as we build and develop leaders, provide unrivaled joint base and installation support and provide mission ready personnel to the combatant commanders.” Nelson’s background as the 437th AW vice commander included being responsible for the deployment of Airmen and aircraft worldwide in support of contingency operations involving air, land and airdrop delivery of forces, equipment and supplies supporting combat operations. As the 628th ABW and Joint Base Charleston commander, Nelson will direct installation support to a total force of more than 90,000 Airmen, Sailors, Soldiers, Marines, Coast Guardsmen, civilians, dependents and retirees across the Lowcountry.
Foreign pilots fly high in exchange program at JB Charleston
Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
the C-17 Military Personnel Exchange program at JB Charleston JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – since 2000. Foreign exchange programs across the globe “To me, the C-17 is a allowing students from a secondary school or completely new airframe” university to study abroad are fairly well said Persy. “It’s versatility known. However, some might not be aware of and operational capabilithe foreign pilot exchange program the Air ty—air refueling, night Force implemented in 1998. vision goggles operation, Through the Military Personnel Exchange low-level operation and program, American and foreign pilots have the assault landing zone operaopportunity to share each other’s best practices, tions are the most exciting learn and work closely with one another. aspects of flying the airAt Joint Base Charleston, the 437th Airlift craft for me. I upgraded to Wing hosts four foreign pilots from multiple Instruction Aircraft locations, to include Germany, Great Britain, Commander and it gave Australia and Spain. German air force Maj. Rico me the ability to train new Persy, assigned to the 14th Airlift Squadron, C-17 pilots as well as build British Royal air force Flight Lt. Andy Pilots from the foreign exchange program and aircrew from the 14th Airlift my experience instructing McDowell, assigned to the 14th AS, Royal Squadron, grab their flight equipment and prepare to load onto a C-17 U.S. Air Force pilots. It’s Australian air force Flight Lt. Timothy Burnard, Globemaster III aircraft here, June 26, 2017. The program strives to promote given me the chance to assigned to the 15th Airlift Squadron and mutual understanding and trust, enhance interoperability, strengthen air force to work alongside the Spanish air force Capt. David Guillen, assigned air force ties and develop long-term professional and personal relationships. American military and to the 16th Airlift Squadron, all are current parwe’re able to learn from ticipants in the program. eign nationals to better understand U.S. Air Force each other in the process.” The program strives to promote mutual under- procedures, as well as to provide additional underNot only do our foreign exchange pilots work standing and trust, enhance interoperability, standing for our American counterparts of different with U.S. Airmen, but they also serve a tour length strengthen air force to air force ties, and develop ways to operate not found anywhere else in the Air of two to three years here. This gives them the long-term professional and personal relationships. Force,” said Persy. “There is also definitely invalu- chance to experience American culture and “The focus of the program is the cross-training able camaraderie for inter-military relations.” lifestyle with a taste of Charleston’s unique flair. and cross operation aspects providing insight for forSee Foreign Pilots, Page 2 Persy is the sixth German pilot to participate in
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Fix your own car Commentary and photos by Airman Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Preparing your automobile for summertime road trips doesn’t have to be as expensive as you think. We all like saving money and driving a reliable car. Often these circumstances don’t coincide. Luckily, Joint Base Charleston has an answer for this dilemma. Located on the JB Charleston-Weapon Station, just off Redbank Road, is the Auto Skills Center (ASC). The facility is available to anyone with a valid Department of Defense issued ID. Filled with every tool imaginable and a knowledgeable staff, it is possible to fix just about anything on your car here. Various online forums and vlogging sites, like YouTube, are available offering step-by-step tutorials to diagnose and fix various problems for free. The ASC has 12 bays, nine with lifts, two flat bays and one motorcycle bay. It is best to arrive early because the bays fill up and the ASC does not reserve them under any circumstance. The rates are $5 per hour for the flat bays and $8 per hour for the lift bays. Some of the bays are located outside for trucks with a high clearance. The outside bays make it possible to raise oversized vehicles to more practical heights on which to work. When considering to purchase a car, it’s best to ask to have it inspected by a third party. The ASC provides a relaxed environment for you and an experienced friend to inspect the vehicle inside and out. I believe if you’re nice to the staff, and they are not busy, they might be able to provide you an unbiased opinion of the car’s condition. If you make the decision to buy a used car from a private party, the ASC is available to perform the standard procedures such as oil changes, sparkplug, ignition coil, tire and brake inspections. Take my word for it, performing automobile maintenance can be overwhelming. However, if you could save countless dollars by watching one specific tutorial throughout your life, would you watch it? As cliché as it sounds, I bought my dream car, an RX-8 sports car, in tech school. I had wanted this car since I was 13 years old. To be completely honest, I couldn’t explain the function of a sparkplug and had never changed my own oil. The first time I took my car in to have the basic maintenance performed, I was quoted a price of $1,200! Being new to Charleston, I didn’t have the tools to perform the work myself. Then, I overheard an Airman talking about the ASC. I ended up researching and performing the maintenance myself for only $250, bay rental included! The ASC is an invaluable resource we have at our disposal as members of the JB Charleston community. We should all use the facilities available to us to be as financially ready as possible while learning in the process.
Chuck Baumbach, Auto Skills Center assistant manager, tightens the lug nuts on a customer’s vehicle in the ASC at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. June 15, 2017. The ASC has 12 bays, nine with lifts, two flat bays and one motorcycle bay. Their rates are $5 per hour for the flat bays and $8 per hour for the lift bays.
Tech. Sgt. Willie Gold, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, fixes the suspension on his son’s car in the Auto Skills Center at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. June 15, 2017.
PTSD doesn’t have to be fought alone Story and photo by Airman Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
violence. Our goal is to protect your life, in the presence of suicidality or JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Post-traumathomicidally a different ic stress disorder can be the result of someone experienccourse of action may be ing an event that creates a heightened sense of terror or required such as a hospihelplessness. PTSD can cause debilitating anxiety and talization or the implefear throughout the remainder of the affected person’s mentation of a support life. and safety plan.” Although PTSD may be associated with combat and As service members, the military, non-combat related incidents such as there is an obligation to assaults, natural disasters, abuse and accidents can also fellow Airmen, Sailors, cause the onset of the disorder. Soldiers and Marines to In 2010, Congress named June 27 PTSD Awareness have their best interest in Day. In 2014, the Senate designated the full month of mind. Although the motto June for National PTSD Awareness to promote effective for the critical days of treatment of the disorder throughout the year. summer campaign is “See According to the National Institute of Mental Health, An Airman walks into Joint Base Charleston’s mental health clin- something, say somein the last decade, rapid progress in research on the mental ic on post-traumatic stress awareness day June 27, 2017. thing,” the phrase can be and biological foundations of PTSD has led scientists to Although PTSD may be associated with combat and the military, applied year-round. focus on prevention as a realistic and important goal. Talk non-combat related incidents such as assaults, natural disas“If you have symptoms therapy, exposure therapy, behavior therapy, and pharma- ters, abuse and accidents can also cause the onset of the disor- that interfere with your ceutical therapy are some of the avenues of treatment der. Starting in 2010, Congress named June 27 PTSD Awareness quality of life, or you hear Day. In 2014, the Senate designated the full month of June for used by mental health professionals. For some people, friends and loved ones National PTSD Awareness to promote effective treatment of the getting relief from symptoms involves trying more than disorder throughout the year. making negative comone approach if the first approach does not work. ments about your mood, For those suffering from PTSD, avoiding seeking help can be detrimen- your behavior or you notice a drastic decline in your mental health and tal if left untreated. The disorder could manifest itself through depression, abilities, seek a consultation and consider treatment because most symptemperament issues and substance abuse. toms don’t go away on their own,” said Pons. “Let [mental health] assist “In our experience, commanders have been highly supportive of their you in your recovery, enhance your overall performance and help you members going through treatment,” said Maj. Sonia Pons 628th Medical achieve a higher quality of life. There is no reason to accept your sympGroup Mental Health flight commander. “Everything that is discussed in toms, but there are many reasons for you to seek and achieve a better veryour session during a Mental Health visit is confidential with the follow- sion of yourself.” ing exceptions; we are mandated reporters for UCMJ violations. We have If you or someone you know is suffering from PTSD, please call the an obligation to protect children and intervene in the presence of domestic 628th Mental Health Flight at (843)-963-6852.
Foreign pilots fly high - from Page 1 “Charleston’s weather, food and overall lifestyle are all extraordinary—I upgraded my home with a smoker and became a huge fan of shrimp and grits!" said Persy. “The local community from neighbors to my fellow Airmen have also proven to be exceptional. It is inspirational to see the amount of patriotism in the U.S.; people stop to shake my hand and thank me for my service. I have never experienced that prior to my assignment here.” “They might recognize the German flag on my flight suit, but I think they understand both our militaries are united and share the same issues,” Persy added. On top of serving a standard tour here, each of the pilots is also authorized to bring their families with them so they too can be involved in the new experience. “I brought my wife and two sons, age two and four, and they are having a blast,” said Persy. “Both kids are in preschool and are growing up speaking German and English which is a huge benefit for them and a once in a lifetime experience.” In addition to enhancing interoperability, the program gives the 437th AW pilots insight on tactics and experiences from experts in different aircraft, a benefit to both American and coalition partners. “Having this program and these pilots is extremely valuable because they have the experience of flying in and out of Europe and Australia, including all the features not typical of flying just in the U.S.,” said Lt. Col. Adam Bingham, 14th AS commander. “These guys are vastly competent, professional and I think it’s imperative to have this kind of exchange to remind us of how much our allies truly matter and how we appreciate and recognize their contributions.”
Aircrew members assigned to the 14th and 15th Airlift Squadrons, participating in the foreign exchange pilot program, discuss mission details prior to a flight here June 26, 2017.
U.S. Air Force photos / Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar
Aircrew members, assigned to the 14th and 15th Airlift Squadrons, participating in the foreign exchange pilot program discuss mission details prior to a flight here June 26, 2017. The program strives to promote mutual understanding and trust, enhance interoperability, strengthen air force to air force ties, and develop long-term professional and personal relationships between partnered countries.
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841st Transportation Battalion conducts MRAP On-loading Operation
By U.S. Navy Ensign Rob Donnelly Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The 841st Transportation Battalion participated in a mobility exercise where they loaded more than 200 pieces of equipment onto the Liberty Maritime Corporation’s ship Liberty Passion here, June 16, 2017. The bulk of the shipment included mine-resistant, ambush-protected vehicles, better known as MRAPs. The purpose of this prepositioned, stock, pool equipment is to support the U.S. Marine Corps throughout Europe and Asia. The ship was loaded by contractors and a handful of enlisted personnel from the 841st TB. The length of time to load such a vessel is based on the amount of cargo and manpower available. “It all depends on how many we have and what type of items we have,” said U.S. Army Sgt. Lekisha Montgomery, 841st TB. “If we have 100 pieces, they can come on and it will take about four hours. It also depends upon the transportation manpower available.” The Liberty Passion was built in 2016 with more than 165,000 square feet of useful military deck space. In addition to military vehicles, the ship is also responsible for transporting service members’ vehicles. “We loaded over 200 pieces of support equipment today” said U.S. Navy Lt. Brenton Breed, 841st TB operations officer. Breed illustrated the operational impact the battalion has on the military. “The 841st is a part of the U.S. Transportation Command and Surface Deployment and Distribution Command moving units forward from the continental US to outside the continental U.S.” The 841st TB, an active duty unit, is augmented by army reserves. At any given time, they will have a joint forces team comprised of approximately 10 full-time active duty components and 20 Army reservists. These service members are complemented by a large number of civilians. Breed also characterized the day-to-day operations of the battalion as well as the training opportunities they offer to the other Army units in the area.
U.S. Navy photo / Ensign Rob Donnelly
Civilians and U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 841st Transportation Battalion on-load Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles onto the Liberty Maritime Corporation’s ship Liberty Passion at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 15, 2017. Members from the 841st TB staged, processed and configured the equipment in support of Marine Corps pre-positioning and staging across Europe and Asia. The 841st TB conducts surface distribution and port clearance operations in support of Geographic Combatant Commanders and deployment readiness.
“We’re scheduling and getting ready for the next movement—tracking pieces moving from various locations and working the logistics of moving equipment around,” said Breed. “We also do port clearance documentation for units coming from Fort Bragg, N.C. or Fort Stewart, Ga. We’ll offer leadership professional development training teaching other
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A Mine-Resistant, Ambush-Protected vehicle is on-loaded onto the Liberty Maritime Corporation’s ship Liberty Passion at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 15, 2017.
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units what the 841st does and how we operate.” The battalion conducts this training so units are aware of the support they provide if they ever need it. The operations of the 841st TB highlight the joint force impact at JB Charleston, helping numerous missions around the globe get critical supplies and equipment.
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Mine-Resistant, Ambush-Protected vehicles are prepared to be on-loaded onto the Liberty Maritime Corporation’s ship Liberty Passion at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 15, 2017.
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SPAWAR’s Cybersecurity Summer Camp expands
From Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center Atlantic Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – For the fifth year in a row, students from Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester county school districts in South Carolina beat the summer heat by participating in a cybersecurity camp. This year the camp was held at Burke High School of Charleston County and sponsored by Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic. More than 30 SSC Atlantic employees volunteered along with others from Trident Technical College for the camp, instructing courses and facilitating exercises in today’s information technology (IT) environment related to cybersecurity and national defense. In an effort to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers, and to enable the nation to meet its cyber defense needs, this year’s camp continued the tradition of giving high school students hands-on skills and experience geared toward encouraging interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) careers. “You are the future of science and technology and your country is looking to hire you for the future,” said Dale Ormond, principle director, Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense (Research and Engineering), and the event’s keynote speaker. More than 135 students were able to choose from tracks such as cybersecurity, programming, robotics and computer network defense. Classes in these tracks had campers deconstructing computers, writing HTML, building robots, and a variety of other fun and educational activities. The SSC Atlantic cybersecurity outreach team, led by Bill Littleton, camp director, developed six tracks that brought middle school campers along for the educational ride. SSC Atlantic professionals led “Junior Cyber Warrior” classes for
5th through 8th graders in areas such as computer deconstruction, command and control systems, building PowerPoint slides, internet security, LEGO® robotics, cyber espionage, snap circuits, scratch programming, trebuchet building and cybersecurity. In a cyber-espionage challenge students had to recover key intelligence from a USB drive containing stolen information after searching a mannequin which represented a potential spy. Once they found the suspicious item on the spy, they examined the data for valuable secrets using popular cryptography SPAWAR photos / Joe Bullinger and forensics tools. A student works on a computer during Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center (SSC) Atlantic’s Other campers enjoyed fifth annual Cyber Security Summer Camp, held at Burke High School June 19-23. More than 30 sessions like Installing and SSC Atlantic employees volunteered along with others from Trident Technical College, instructing Securing Linux; Network- more than 135 students from Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester county school districts. ing, Installing and Securing Windows; Vulnerabilities and Threats; Java Script Design and to them, and suddenly you are on the road to becoming a sciRaspberry Pi. Students interested in engineering and robotics entist and engineer.” were treated to a VEX robotics program packed with handsThis fifth annual Cybersecurity Summer Camp was supon project-based learning activities. Students also got to ported with funding provided by the National Defense experiment with a small drone as they tried to navigate Education Program (NDEP), SSC Atlantic and Navy through various obstacles. Innovative Science and Engineering (NISE) funds. “It all starts with watching something and then asking, ‘How SSC Atlantic develops, acquires, and provides life cycle supdoes that work or how did that happen?’” said SSC Atlantic port for command, control, communications, computer, intelliCommanding Officer Capt. gence, surveillance and reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems, inforScott Heller. “Then you find mation technology and space capabilities. A leading edge Navy the answer, but to get to it engineering center, SSC Atlantic designs, builds, tests, fields more questions pop up and and supports many of the finest frontline C4ISR systems in use you have to find the answers today, and those being planned for the future.
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Col. Lyman receives Association of Defense Communities award for military leadership By Barbara Bryant Association of Defense Communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Colonel Robert Lyman has been honored with the 2017 Military Leadership Award from the Association of Defense Communities (ADC) for excellence in building and sustaining innovative community-military partnerships at Joint Base Charleston and for an active commitment to outreach with local and state stakeholders. South Carolina Military Task Force Executive Director Bill Bethea presented the award alongside ADC leaders at a special ceremony in Washington, D.C., during the 2017 Defense Communities National Summit hosted by ADC Col. Lyman is commander of the 628th Air Base Wing and Joint Base Charleston until a change of command ceremony on July 6, after which he will become director of communications for Joint Special Operations Command at Fort Bragg, N.C. “The Military Leadership Award recognizes an individual whose work helps advance the mission of ADC toward relationships that make our military and our communities stronger,� Association President Michael Cooper said. “Col. Lyman certainly does that. During his time in Charleston, he has been a strong leader not only for the men and women he leads on base but also for those in the community at large and has helped forge partnerships that will last long beyond his time in the region.� His policy of spearheading military-civilian outreach and collaboration has spawned beneficial initiatives inside and outside the fence that support the base’s mission while improving the quality of life for many people on base and in Charleston. He has worked on these initiatives while running Joint Base Charleston, which hosts more than 60 Department of Defense and federal agencies and the 628th Air Base Wing,
which supports more than 90,000 airmen, sailors, soldiers, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and their families. “We are proud that Col. Rob Lyman is the recipient of the 2017 Military Leadership Award from the Association of Defense Communities,� said Mary Graham, Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce chief advancement officer. “This award validates Col. Lyman’s outstanding leadership and community partnership between Joint Base Charleston and the Charleston Region, which has been honored and recognized as a Great American Courtesy photo / Rob Mesite Defense Community this Bill Bethea (left), chair of the South Carolina Military Base Task Force, Celeste Werner (second year by ADC.� from left), Association of Defense Communities board of directors awards committee liaison, and ADC (www.defensecom- Michael Cooper (right), president, ADC, stand with Col. Robert Lyman, commander, 628th Air Base munities.org) builds resilient Wing, Joint Base Charleston, S.C following the 2017 Defense Communities National Summit. communities that support During the event Lyman was presented with the 2017 Military Leadership Award from the ADC for America’s military. It is the excellence in building and sustaining innovative community-military partnerships at Joint Base nation’s leading association Charleston and for an active commitment to outreach with local and state stakeholder. representing communities and states with a significant military presence and their part- as protecting defense infrastructure, community-military partner organizations. It unites the diverse interests of communi- nerships, defense real estate, mission growth, base redevelopties, states, the private sector and the military on issues such ment, and support for military families and veterans.
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Airman 1st Class Lee cuts an angle iron for a table leg at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 23, 2017.
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Airman 1st Class Wayne Lee, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, welds an angle iron for a table leg at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 23, 2017. The 628th CES is also responsible for fabricating and repairing components of buildings, utility systems and property equipment.
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U.S. Army Lt. Col. Chad Blacketer, 841st Transportation Battalion commander, displays his baseball after throwing the ceremonial first pitch during the Charleston RiverDogs Military Appreciation Night at Joseph P. Riley Jr. Park, Charleston, June 14, 2017. The Joint Base Charleston Honor Guard, 628th Security Forces Squadron and 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Explosive Ordnance Disposal Flight also represented JB Charleston at the game. The RiverDogs beat the West Virginia Power 5-2.
Airman 1st Class Wayne Lee, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron structural apprentice, stands in front of his welding equipment at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 23, 2017. Lee, along with ten other 628th CES structures members, is responsible for maintaining base structures, such as buildings and other government property.
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Joint planning, preparation enables JADE HELM success By Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Sixteen aircraft, 335 paratroopers, six door bundles and 19 pieces of heavy equipment were just a few components contributing to joint exercise JADE HELM’s success. Months of preparation all came down to the execution of both air and ground performances from May 1 to May 5. Exercise JADE HELM is a strategic, unconventional warfare exercise incorporating the efforts of the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army and took place from February 7 to May 7, with the JFE portion taking place in the last week. The exercise spanned multiple states and focused on “beyond line of sight” communications and coordination over a large geographic area. Primarily, Airmen assigned to Joint Base Charleston, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Dyess Air Force Base and Little Rock Air Force Base executed the mission alongside Soldiers from the 82nd Airborne Division and United States Army Special Operations Command. Capt. Eric de Gruchy 437th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment Commander served as the Air Force lead planner for the exercise. More than a month has passed since the exercise ended but de Gruchy remembers the challenges and triumphs that came with being a planner for an event of JADE HELM’s size. “This was the first exercise I’ve ever planned,” said de Gruchy. “Going into it, what I wish I had known was the scale of it. I had no perspective on that when I initially signed up for the exercise. It all came down on me like a ton of bricks and it was very eye opening.” Despite the pressures and high tempo de Gruchy achieved success by finding as many ways as possible to work within the joint environment. “We actually planned side-by-side with the Army in the same mission planning cell, in the same vault,” said de Gruchy. “Day one we were able to hash out all the items that usually don’t get discussed until days later. We stood around their white board, they discussed objectives and requirements and then we literally turned around, went to our white board, and discussed what we were able to provide and our requirements.” Making the drop zone safe for paratroopers and rebuilding the landing zone for aircraft, attaining logistics and funding,
plus finalizing the list of participants were just a few challenges the team overcame prior to execution. Additionally, working side-by-side with a planning team run by Capt Joe Becker at Dyess AFB, de Gruchy said by deciding to embrace a joint planning environment, JADE HELM participants could more effectively fine tune preparation and set them up for success. When the exercise kicked off, Air Force participants effectively provided beyond line of sight communications, secured a video teleconference to provide intelligence and delivered 82nd Airborne Division paratroopers and equipment to enable the Army to successfully conduct a simulated airfield seizure. “As far as the exercise it was definitely a success,” said de Gruchy. “There were many potential show stoppers we had to overcome, all of which, if had gone bad, would have made us unable to execute. There were also significant objectives we were able to achieve. All but one of the aircraft went out and we got as many people out on our C-17s as possible and the Army was able to execute their mission. We achieved our first pass success criteria.” Capt. de Gruchy said the exercise showcased Air Mobility Command’s rapid global mobility capability. Air Mobility Command demonstrated their ability to execute the mission in a short time line as well as enhanced interoperability between the Air Force and Army. Along with these team successes, Capt de Gruchy experienced personal accomplishments. “I’ve learned a significant amount about the Army and some other capabilities the Air Force has,” said Capt de Gruchy. “I’d say the growing process was broadening my perspective as to what’s out there and gaining a larger appreciation of what people do. The thing that helped me the most was the excellent support we have at the 437th Airlift Wing. Everyone from the Weapons Officers, the people with me in the planning cell to the Airmen and Family Readiness Center were all very forthcoming and willing to help. That’s what makes these exercises happen.” Col. Jimmy Canlas, 437th Airlift Wing commander, attributes each Airman’s individual efforts to team success during exercises like these. “Exercise JADE HELM is just one example where we proved we are the Airlift Wing of choice,” said Canlas. “The efforts and attention to detail that Airmen like Capt. de Gruchy put forth every day are what make this all happen. This exercise is just one way that we continue to safely provide precise, reliable airlift worldwide.”
Air Force climate surveys, how they affect you By Senior Airman Christian Sullivan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
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Attention to detail keeps aircrew equipped
Story and photos by Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Aircrew members are required to execute a variety of tasks during missions. An Airman’s knowledge and skill is crucial in completing these responsibilities. Some may even say the quality of their equipment is equally as critical. From take-off to landing, aircrew members can be presented with a variety of dangerous situations. When an incident occurs thousands of feet in the air, the tools available can determine a positive or negative outcome. Airmen of the 437th Operations Support Squadron assigned to the aircrew flight equipment flight are the technicians who ensure aircrew and passengers on an aircraft are provided with quality gear in case a dangerous situation occurs. “I think it’s extremely important and a pretty awesome opportunity to be able to work on some of the equipment like the personal restrain harness, which is used almost on a daily basis by loadmasters,” said Staff Sgt. Christopher Mills, 437th OSS AFE flightline work center NCO in Charge. “They put it on and operate near the back of an aircraft with the door open. They depend on us to do our job.” AFE Airmen here inspect 20,000 pieces of equipment and service 1,100 aircrew members and 48 C-17 Globemaster III aircraft. This inventory ranges from oxygen masks to life preservers and body armor to night vision goggles. “They’re flying during night operations and if they can’t see what they’re doing because of distractions on the lens or if the battery goes dead, the mission could go very sour real fast for the aircrew member flying the aircraft,” said Staff Sgt. Brian Spears, 437th NVG combat survival evader locaters NCO in charge. “Additionally, for the survival radios, if we don’t load them with the right parameters going to a specific location, it could be the difference between getting back home
or not. It’s very important for me to know, in the event of an incident, they are able to get back to their families.” In order to ensure each and every piece of equipment is up to standard, Spears said preparation and following procedures precisely are vital. “Any training we give, the Airmen completely absorb it,” said Spears. “If I’m not doing my job right, it means I can’t train right and therefore the next generation of AFE technicians might not execute properly. It’s very important for me to remain proficient to the smallest detail.” Airman 1st Class Ion Radu, Staff Sgt. Brian Spears, 437th Operation Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment NCO in 437th OSS AFE apprentice, charge of night vision goggle combat survival evader locaters, inspects the integrity of an attributes the training and NVG at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 20. Airmen assigned to the 437th OSS AFE flight camaraderie within the unit to ensure that aircrew equipment including helmets, oxygen masks, life rafts, and parachutes the professionalism and quali- are safe and ready to operate. ty work the unit demonstrates day-to-day. crew members the 437th OSS AFE Airmen serve. According to “Anyone you go to in the shop will help you no matter one pilot, the flying mission here would be impossible without what,” said Radu. “No matter what your question is they’ll give their professionalism and efforts. you an answer if you don’t know it. I really appreciate Staff Sgt. “The Airmen at the AFE section really help us with our misMills’ work ethic and he is very willing to train people. sion,” said 1st Lt Ashley Flanagan, 16th Airlift Squadron C-17 “I haven’t worked with Staff Sgt. Spears, but when I first got Globemaster III pilot. “If our equipment isn’t up to standard or here I could tell he was very dedicated because he came to the air- current, we can’t do our mission and we’re not going to be able port even though he didn’t need to just to greet me,” added Radu. to fly safely. Without them the mission stops. It’s a 24/7 operation The training and attention to detail has been noticed by the air- and they make sure we’re safe. It’s amazing what they do.”
Staff Sgt. Christopher Mills 437th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment craftsman and flightline work center NCO in charge, replaces an oxygen mask on board a C-17 Globemaster III as part of an inspection at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 22.
Airman 1st Class Ion Radu, 437th Operation Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment, inspects a helmet and oxygen mask at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 20.
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628th Comptroller Squadron welcomes new commander
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Col. Rob Lyman, left, 628th Air Base Wing commander, passes the guideon to Lt. Col. Bryan Collins, right, 628th Comptroller Squadron incoming commander, during the 628th CPTS change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 28. The squadron bid farewell to the outgoing commander Lt. Col. Samual Shimp and welcomed Collins as the new squadron commander.
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Col. Richard Mathews, left, 628th Mission Support Group commander, passes the 628th Force Support Squadron guideon to incoming commander, Maj. William Parker during the 628th FSS change of command ceremony, June 29, 2017 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Parker came to Charleston from Osan Air Force Base, Republic of Korea where he commanded the 51st FSS.
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Col. Louis Hansen, 437th Operations Group commander passes guideon to Lt. Col. Garrett Fisher, 15th Airlift Squadron incoming commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 15, 2017. The squadron bid farewell to the outgoing commander Lt. Col. Eric Bucheit and welcomed Fisher as the new squadron commander.
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Col. Rockie Wilson, right, incoming 628th Mission Support Group commander, receives the guideon to assume command from Col. Robert Lyman, left, Joint Base Charlston commander, during a change of command ceremony here, June 30, 2017. Wilson assumed command from Col. Richard Mathews, outgoing 628th MSG commander.
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Charleston Reservist earns spot at World triathlon championships
Navy Hospital Corps celebrates 119 years
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Seaman Apprentice Matthew Lassiter, left, a general duty corpsman at Naval Health Clinic Charleston, and NHCC Command Master Chief Robert Miley cut the cake during a ceremony celebrating the 119th birthday of the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps June 16 at NHCC. On June 17, 1898, then-President William McKinley, established the Hospital Corps as a recognized member of the Navy Medical Department. The Hospital Corps is the most decorated branch of the United States Navy and has fought on the front lines of every battle in United States history.
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Maj. Jamie Turner’s passion is flying jets, both in as a Reservist in the 317th Airlift Squadron flying C-17 Globemaster IIs, and as a FedEx pilot as a civilian. But there is something else she is equally passionate about – competing in triathlons. Turner was among the six athletes selected to represent the United States at the 19th Annual CISM World Military Championship August 2017 in Warendorf, Germany. The competition, sponsored by the Conseil International du Sports Militaire, is held every four years, in the spirit of the Olympics. “I am very honored and excited that I am able to represent the US military at CISM in such an amazing event,” said Turner. “This is a great opportunity to work with other militaries, which will build on my physical, mental fitness and broaden my military skills.” Turner first competed for the Air Force at the 2011 Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii and has raced in the Armed Force Triathlon Chapionship every year since. “I did qualify for CISM and race for the U.S.A. in Korea in 2015. After that race I took Courtesy photo a break from triathlons and raced for the When Maj. Jamie Turner is not serving in uniU.S.A. at Milcomp in Madrid (military pen- form as a Reservist in the 317th Airlift Squadron tathlon) and started training for triathlon flying C-17 Globemaster IIs, or as a FedEx pilot again this April,” Turner said. as a civilian, she represents the Air Force in Most recently, Turner competed at the triathlons around the world. Turner was recentArmed Forces Triathlon Championship, June ly selected with a hand full of other athletes to 10, in Point Mugu, California. She finished represent the United States at the 19th Annual 2nd in the Air Force, 5th overall and 2nd in CISM World Military Championship August 2017 in Warendorf, Germany. The competition, the Masters category (over 35-years-old catesponsored by the Conseil International du gory). The Air Force women’s team took Sports Militaire, is held every four years, in the home the gold medal, and the men took silver. spirit of the Olympics. “I am extremely proud to represent our nation and compete at the CISM Military World Games. Armed Forces Sports allows me the opportunity to represent Triathlon and serve my country doing what I love,” Turner added. Turner has flown C-17s in the 317th AS since 2006. Founded Feb. 18, 1948 in Nice, France, CISM is one of the largest multidisciplinary organizations in the world. CISM organizes various sporting events for the armed forces of its 134 member countries and is one of the global sports organizations in which the largest number of disciplines is represented. Soldiers, who may previously have met on the battlefield, now meet in friendship on the sports playing field. This is in accordance with the philosophy and the ideals which were set in CISM’s mission statement in 1998, signed by all the member countries.
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Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information or to register, please call A&FRC at 963-4406.
July 10 & 17 r VA Workshop for Disability Compensation Claims 8:00am-2:00pm. A VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section, and NLT than Monday prior to the workshop.
SPECIAL NOTICE APPOINTMENT OF SUMMARY COURT OFFICER: It is with deep regret that we announce the untimely demise of A1C Khalil C. Jones, 14th Airlift Squadron. Capt Brianna Baartman, 14 AS, is detailed as Summary Court Officer to secure and make proper disposition of the personal effects of A1C Jones. Anyone having knowledge of claim for or against the deceased estate may contact Captain Baartman at (843) 963-2150 (office), or (612) 910-5730 (cell), or e-mail brianna.baartman.1@us.af.mil.
EVENTS All classes or events are usually held at the Airman and
July 11 r Teaching As a Second Career - 10:00-11:30 am. Cooperative project between US & SC Dept. of Edu., Designed to assist Active & former military in obtaining teacher certification and employment as teachers in SC. Federally Funded and managed by the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support.
July 12 r Ready. Set. Parent. - 9:00-10:30am. AF Aid sponsored class to prepare new parents for the financial challenges of having a new baby.
July 12 or July 19 r Pre-separation Counseling - July 12, from 8:301130am or July 19, from 1:00-4:00pm, learn benefits and resources for vets. This is a prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop. Schedule yours 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively.
July 19 r MFLC Lunch & Learn - 11:30am-12:30pm. Join us for a FREE Lunch and this class on Stress Management for teens. r Spouse Introduction to JB Charleston - 9:30-11:30am. Fun intro to JB Charleston for spouses who have recently moved here. Connect, meet other newly-arrived spouses, learn about resources and learn where to shop, dine, and play in the Lowcountry.
July 24-28 r Transition GPS Workshop - 8:00am-4:30pm. Learn to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing included.
NOTICES r Joint Base Charleston Veterinary Treatment Facility: Don’t miss out on annual checkups and monthly preventions, your four-legged furry friends can get squared away at the Veterinary Treatment Facility at Joint Base Charleston. Services include annual vaccinations, wellness visits, sick calls, monthly preventions, spay, neuter, dental cleaning and mass removals. These services are offered for all branches of the military for active duty, retirees and reserves. The Veterinary Treatment Facility is located at 107 Scarton Lane, Bldg., 648, which is off Arthur Drive behind the Outdoor Recreation Center. They can be reached at 843-963-1738 or 843-963-1838.
To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to 628ABWPatriot@us.af.mil. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication. transition and become “career ready” with ease! Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing included.
July 13 r Buying Your New Wheels - 2:30-3:30pm. Learning the techniques and information for getting the best deal on a vehicle.
July 24 r Home Selling - 2:00-4:30pm. Class to educate on how to sell a home, what kind of info home sellers will need to sell their home, listing options, etc.
EVENTS All classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JB Charleston, Weapon Station, unless otherwise specified. For more information and to register for a class, call FFSC at 794-7480.
July 10-11 r Ombudsman Basic Training Information - 2-Day Course. 8:00am-4:30pm (9 modules - 16 hours) Prepares the appointed volunteer for duties as an Ombudsman. July 10-14 r Transition GPS Workshop - 8:00am-4:30pm. Learn to
July 24 & 31 r VA Workshop for Disability Compensation Claims 8:00am-1:00pm. A VA rep will cover the disability claims process and provide some individual assistance. Members must sign-up at the Medical Clinic, Records Section, and NLT than Monday prior to the workshop. July 31 r Your Career -Your Clearance - 2:00-3:00pm. Come learn about how your finances can affect your security clearance and your career in the military.
NOTICES r 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. r 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. r Operation Employment: Military and Family Support teams at JB Charleston can help you wiht your job serach, career exploration, resume and more. Resume writing on Tuesdays, Interviewing for Success on Wednesdays and Federal Employment on Thursdays. 0900-1100, Bldg. 708, 224 Jefferson Ave., Weapons Station. Call 843-794-7480. / 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 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 843963-8224 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.
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Please note: Movies are free. Film selections are subject to change. Call for updates.
Cinema One Theater Weapons Station
Saturday, July 8 t 7 p.m. Kong: Skull Island (PG-13) 118 min. tSunday, July 9 t 2 p.m. Smurfs: The Lost Village (PG) 90 min. Saturday, July 15 t 7 p.m. The Fate of the Furious (PG-13) 137 min. Sunday, July 16 t 2 p.m. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG-13) 137 min. Saturday, July 22 t 7 p.m. Ghost in the Shell (PG-13) 106 min. Sunday, July 23 t 2 p.m. The Circle (PG-13) 110 min.
Charleston Club Community Theater
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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.
Tonight, July 7 t 7 p.m. Life (R) 110 min. Saturday, July 8 t 5 p.m. Smurfs: the Lost Village (PG) 90 min. Friday, July 14 t 7 p.m. Crimson Tide (R) 123 min. Saturday, July 15 t 5 p.m. Gifted (PG-13) 101 min. Friday, July 21 t 7 p.m. Wilson (R) 101 min. Saturday, July 22 t 5 p.m. Going in Style (PG-13) 96 min.
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