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August 4, 2017
C-17s depart JB Charleston for Exercise Mobility Guardian U.S. Air Force photo / Staff Sgt. Christopher Hubenthal
Airman 1st Class Jamar Finnie, right, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron instrument and flight control systems apprentice and Tech. Sgt. Timothy Smith, 437th AMXS, conduct prelaunch checks for a C-17 Globemaster III here, prior to departing for Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington State, in support of Exercise Mobility Guardian July 31. Mobility Guardian is designed to enhance the capabilities of mobility Airmen to succeed in dynamic threat environments. The exercise features more than 3,000 participants and involves 25 countries from July 31 to Aug. 11.
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Mobility Guardian, AMC’s premier exercise Story by Capt. Kimberly Erskine Air Mobility Command Public Affairs
SCOTT AIR FORCE BASE, Ill. – Train like we fight is the focus of the inaugural iteration of the largest scale exercise that Air Mobility Command has ever undertaken. Mobility Guardian will feature over 3,000 personnel, including 25 international countries from July 31 to August 11 at Joint Base LewisMcChord, Washington. “Our ability to move national power to any location is key to the security of the United States,” said General Carlton D. Everhart II, Air Mobility Command commander. “Mobility Airmen are often the first to arrive and the last to depart. They provide continuous support to the joint warfighter. Simply put, success requires our Total Force team of mobility Airmen to work together with joint and international partners. Exercising our capabilities together is critical so when we are called upon, we can deliver quickly and precisely.” Exercise Mobility Guardian is designed to enhance the capabilities of mobility Airmen by preparing them to succeed in the dynamic threat environments of today and tomorrow.
“We’re creating an exercise that will encompass everything AMC does,” said Lt. Col. Jeremy Wagner, Mobility Guardian Director. “We basically took every skillset from AMC and said, ‘what would the ideal exercise for each of our different mission sets look like?’ Then we combined them all into one.” The exercise is about strengthening partnerships, discovery, learning and improving together as an integrated team, according to officials. Mobility Guardian will provide Mobility Airmen an opportunity to work with joint services, international partners and industry. This exercise is being conducted with mobility aircraft heavily involved in the war against the Islamic State and employed worldwide to deliver hope to those in need. The Combat Air Forces are supporting the exercises with an array of fighter and bomber capability to include F-35s, F-16s, A10s, F-15Es, F-15Cs, B-52s and the B-2. “We’re trying to challenge mobility Airmen to improve skillsets that they either may have not worked on recently or have experienced at all,” said 1st Lt. Michael McCarthy, Mobility Guardian planner. “Any Combat Air Forces involvement is to simulate what we would see real-world but real-
ly push these members to the limits within the safe parameters of what they’re capable of.” Training in preparation for the exercise has been left to individual units. Unlike AMC Rodeo, a competition, Exercise Mobility Guardian is less about showcasing skills and rather creating a comprehensive, realistic and complex training environment. This exercise is about developing new skills and spreading knowledge among Airmen as they work alongside our international partners, said McCarthy. Throughout the exercise, teams will make observations and gather metrics that will be passed to AMC leadership to develop an appropriate site picture of the MAF’s capabilities. They will also compile lessons learned for areas that need improvement, post-exercise. Planning and coordination has taken roughly two years and has involved the work of several career fields to include all core functions of AMC. Interest for the exercise has completely exceeded expectations as registration closed July 11 due to an overwhelming response. “We’ve built something really fantastic and I think people are responding to that,” said Wagner. “We’re getting people calling all of the time saying that they want to be a part of this.”
Managing materiel makes missions move
Story and photo by Senior Airman Thomas T. Charlton Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
When an aircraft breaks, the parts to repair it don’t just appear, nor do military members have all of their deployment gear at their feet ready to go. It is up to materiel management to ensure these items are stored, accounted for and distributed. The 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Materiel Management Flight provides joint customer support and management of materiel to optimize wartime readiness globally. “If it isn’t medical equipment or computers, it comes through us,” said Capt. Christie Taylor, 628th LRS Materiel Management Flight commander. “Our two main departments within materiel management are the individual protective equipment section and the aircraft parts store.” IPE is responsible for storing and providing tactical equipment, gas masks, weapons and deployment bags. ACPS stores and distributes the parts necessary to maintain the Joint Base Charleston Senior Airman Matt Kolodziej, 628th Logistics Readiness C-17 Globemaster Squadron Materiel Management Flight individual protective equipment section operator, stores tactical equipment in III fleet. “IPE is going the materiel management building on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., July 14. IPE issues equipment to mem- to look at an indibers of Joint Base Charleston who are preparing to deploy. vidual’s reporting
instructions to determine exactly what the person needs before issuing the items,” said Taylor. “The same goes for ACPS, looking at what is being requested and ensuring the parts are distributed properly.” Members of the 628th LRS Materiel Management Flight work with the 635th Supply Chain Operations Group at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, to anticipate what equipment needs to be stocked based on the usage and number of people and aircraft on station. “Accountability and quality are essential when we do our job,” said Senior Master Sgt. Julie Frydrych, 628th LRS Materiel Management Flight superintendent. “When we provide a product, it is on time, the right resource and it works the way it’s intended. That is why it is important we have the inventory and central storage sections to manage and account for the parts and equipment within IPE and ACPS.” Bases are able to request parts from other installations when unexpected needs arise. The 635th SCOG will reach out to other bases to locate the part and provide it to the installation in need. See Managing Material, Page 3
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Honored to be in Charleston Commentary by Col. Jeff Nelson 628th Air Base Wing commander
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – If asked many years ago what my dream job would be at this time in my career, being a commander at Joint Base Charleston would be on the top of the list. My operational career started here at Joint Base Charleston (then Charleston Air Force Base) back in January 1999. I met my wife during that assignment and we always hoped for a return assignment to the Lowcountry. It took 14 years (and a tour in South Korea) for the Air Force to bring us back. It was a true honor to return to Charleston last summer as the Vice Commander of the 437th Airlift Wing and to stay this summer as the Commander of the 628th Air Base Wing. Joint Base Charleston has always held a special place in my heart and I am excited to be here in this new role. To the men and women of the 628th Air Base Wing, I am honored and humbled to be your commander. I am committed to you and the mission of the 628th Air Base Wing. 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 Combatant Commanders. In order to Build and Develop Leaders, we must increase your desire to learn, expand your professional comfort zone, be comfortable taking calculat-
Command chief honored to join 437th AW Commentary by Chief Master Sgt. Jennifer Kersey 437th Airlift Wing command chief
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – On June 15, 2017 Col. Jimmy Canlas, 437th Airlift Wing commander, selected me to be the 437th AW Command Chief. This leadership opportunity is an amazing privilege I will not take lightly. I commit to investing in the 2,300 Airmen, officers and civilians serving Air Mobility Command’s premier airlift wing. I am wicked excited to join a team with a reputation for mission excellence! Over the next several weeks, as I learn my way around and get in synch with the wing’s battle rhythm, I will reach out to junior Airmen and group leaders to focus my attention on what is important to the men and women of the 437th. Additionally, I look forward to championing Col. Canlas’ priorities to ensure we are advocating for our Airmen and their families by solidifying partnerships with the 628th Air Base Wing and 315th AW. It was clear to me upon my arrival that the 437th AW has a rock-solid foundation organizationally. The challenges of manpower shortages and high ops tempos are being confronted head-on. I feel compelled to jump right in to help guide, mentor and support initiatives assisting and supporting the Chief of Staff of the Air Force’s focus areas…to develop, train and build Airmen. This is where my true passion in leadership lies. While CSAF coined the term ‘Squadrons, the beating heart of the Air Force,’ my
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ed, measured and educated risks, and achieve work-life balance. In order to Provide Unrivaled Joint Base and Installation Support we must have a customer service mindset…always, work toward “yes” and continue to enhance community partnerships. To Provide Mission-Ready Personnel to Combatant Commanders, we must provide proper training at the appropriate time and be fit to fight – mentally, spiritually, physically and emotionally. To each of the Mission Partners across Joint Base Charleston, I look forward to working with you in supporting your misCol. Jeff Nelson 628th Air Base Wing commander sions. I had the chance to meet many of you during my last year here at Joint Base Charleston. That experience will help me to hit the ground running in my new role. I look forward to meeting the rest of the mission partners and learning about your mission and how best we can support your organizations. I cannot wait to see where the next two years will lead us. As we work together, we will continue to showcase excellence by Serving All.
goal is to capitalize and build on that premise by focusing on the beating heart of our squadrons…OUR AIRMEN! My mantra and personal moniker is, “Be a solution based Airman”. I strive to empower Airmen through inclusiveness and collaboration, despite any future challenges we may face. I look forward to working with our Chiefs, SNCOs and First Sergeants to build upon the strong foundation of airlift culture and tradition. I’m hungry to jump into C-17 maintenance shops, understand the nuances of air crew operations and encourage our wing support organizations. I am eager to learn the mechanics of maximum aircraft generation and how we work together as a team to support total force, joint and coalition missions. As a career mission support group Airman with 25 years in security forces, I feel privileged to be wedded to a mission wing that speaks to my background…transporting equipment and troops to mitigate threats, engage in combat operations and aid humanitarian campaigns around the globe. To Col. Canlas, with an attitude of gratitude, I’d like to thank you for placing trust in me to lead Team 4-3-7. I am thrilled to take on this challenge. To the men and women of the 437th, I promise you my full attention as we work with our joint base partners to sustain an environment valuing diversity of thought and mutual respect. To share an imparting adage, a fellow chief once said, “Where you sit is where you stand”… challenge accepted…I will stand tall with the 437th AW.
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Ninjas take over Joint Base Charleston
By U.S. Navy Ensign Rob Donnelly Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – An American Warrior competition will be held on the Globemaster Court in the Air Base Fitness Center Aug. 5 and Sept. 9. The American Warrior competition takes place on a functional fitness-based obstacle course similar to the courses seen on the NBC television show, “American Ninja Warrior.” The course will be installed on the Globemaster Court at the air base fitness center. “Alpha Warrior is bringing a new component of fitness to
JB Charleston,” said 1st Lt. Lainie Long, 628th Force Support Squadron fitness and sports officer in charge. “We are so excited to see these incredible athletes conquer the rig while the JB Charleston community can come out to see if they have what it takes.” The Air Force’s Alpha Warrior hosts, Brent Steffensen and Rebekah Bonilla, both former finalists from “American Ninja Warrior” will conduct meet and greet events at the Bowman Center on the Weapons Station from 11 p.m. until 12 p.m., and will be at the Air Base Exchange from 2:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 4. Registration and qualifying for the regional competition, celebrity demonstrations and a chance to try the course will
Red Bank Road to temporarily close due to force protection exercise From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – The Weapons Station is conducting an anti-terrorism/force protection exercise Jul. 31-Aug. 11, 2017. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 6, Red Bank Road will be temporarily closed to all non-Department of Defense identification card holders. Individuals with a DOD or other approved ID for entry, or those sponsored by a military member, will be allowed access through the Weapons Station Visitor Center located on Red Bank Road. The closure on Red Bank Road will take place from the railroad tracks at the entrance of the Weapons Station to the
intersection of Red Bank Road and Bushy Park Road. The road closure is expected to end 5 a.m., Monday, Aug. 7. Commuters requiring access to Bushy Park Road during this time period are to use Highway 52 to Cypress Garden Road as an alternate route. This annual exercise is designed to enhance the readiness of JB Charleston security forces and ensure seamless interoperability among the commands, other services, and agency partners. This exercise is not in response to any specific threat, but is a regularly scheduled exercise. Local area residents in the vicinity of the Weapons Station may see increased military activity and possible traffic and pedestrian congestion associated with the exercise. Measures have been taken to minimize disruptions within local communities and to normal base operations, but there may be times when the exercise causes increased traffic around bases or delays in base access. Area residents may also see or hear security activities associated with the exercise. Advanced coordination has taken place with local law enforcement and first responders. For questions or concerns, please contact Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs at 843-963-5608.
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take place Aug. 5. Registration for the regional competition will begin at 12 p.m and celebrity demonstrations will take place at 3 p.m. There will be an opportunity to become familiar with the course at 1 p.m. Finally, those interested in competing in the regional competition will have the opportunity to qualify at 2 p.m. for youth and 3 p.m. (after the celebrity demonstration) for adults. The regional competition will take place Sept. 9. Other bases competing at JB Charleston are Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina, Moody AFB, Georgia, Seymour-Johnson AFB, North Carolina and Robins AFB, Georgia. The competition is divided into three tiers based on age: 13-17 years old, 18-30 years old and 31+ years old. The top three males and females from each category win prizes. The top Air Force male and female contestants in each group go on to compete in San Antonio, Texas, Nov. 11. After the competition is complete, the obstacle course will remain in the fitness center for use by base personnel. For more information, visit www.myairforcelife.com, or contact the Fitness Center.
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Senior Airman Matt Kolodziej, 628th Logistics Readiness Squadron Materiel Management Flight individual protective equipment section operator, stores tactical equipment in the materiel management building on Joint Base Charleston, S.C., July 14. IPE issues equipment to members of Joint Base Charleston who are preparing to deploy.
Managing materiel continued from Page 1
“I cannot stress how important accountability is for our job,” said Frydrych. “If an Airman goes out and miscounts inventory, there’s no part to pull when an aircraft needs to be repaired. The aircraft can’t perform its mission because one person couldn’t do their job.” Keeping accurate accountability ensures the flight is doing its job effectively and the rest of the base is properly equipped with the items they need. “People across base cannot do their mission without our influence. Aircraft don’t take off, people don’t deploy and jobs aren’t completed.” said Taylor. “We literally touch the base’s day-to-day job, the ‘big’ Air Force missions and anyone going down range in some way, shape or form.”
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JB CHS NEWS
Swinging from one branch to another
Story and photos by Senior Airman Christian Sullivan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Everyone’s been asked, “Why did you join the Air Force?” More often than not, Airmen will have a story as unique as their fingerprint as to why they joined. Staff Sgt. Eric Jones, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal technician, is no different. Except he has to answer a couple of different “whys” before he can say why he joined the Air Force, after taking a different journey to get where he is today. “My dad was in the Army. Him talking about his experiences and the traveling we did as a family made me want to do it,” the Slidell, Louisiana native said. “He and old war movies, when I was growing up, made me want to join the Army.” Jones’ journey in the military started when he was young, before he even got out of high school, he joined and went to basic training at the age of 17. Jones was in the Army for several years before the Air Force was a thought. “When I was 19, I decided to go active duty,” Jones said. “I was active duty for a little over four years before I got out and decided to give college a try. I was in the Army National Guard until 2011 and then I completely got out for about four years. That’s when I decided to join the Air Force.” Although the Air Force wasn’t his first branch of choice when he decided to re-enlist, the job they could offer him was. “I tried to go back in the Army but it was during the time when they were downsizing. They were really strict on who they would take for prior service,” Jones said. “I tried for about a year to get in and they wouldn’t let me. So I talked to an Air Force recruiter. They said they’d let me in but only for specific jobs. That’s when I put in my package for EOD and TACP and EOD was the only one that accepted me so here I am.” Jones had a similar high-intensity job while in the Army but it can’t match what he’s doing as an EOD tech now in the Air Force.
“When I first joined the Army, I was a mechanic but when I switched over to the National Guard, I was infantry,” Jones said. “I like adrenaline rushes, stuff to challenge me mentally and physically. One reason why I switched to infantry and tried to go cavalry was my natural affinity towards highadrenaline situations. Now EOD in the Air Force provides the adrenaline.” Being a husband and father of two, Jones notices one specific difference between the Air Force and the Army. “One difference is the Air Force is more family oriented,” Jones said. “Often times the mission came before everything else in the Army, at least that’s the way it was while I was in. It has probably changed a little bit since then.” By being able to choose EOD when joining the Air Force, Jones was afforded the luxury of having a job matching the skills he has. Providing a full spectrum of skills requiring good physical endurance and an equally strong mental capability. “You can’t just be a meathead who is really strong, you have to be intelligent too,” Jones said. “I like that it tests me physically and mentally. I like the camaraderie we have, sort of like I had in the Army, whose team members have my back.” With plenty of family influence from his retired Army staff sergeant father, Jones also draws inspiration from leaders within his current EOD shop at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Jones says a lot of NCOs and senior NCOs inspire him to learn as much as he can from them so he too can one day be an inspiration to younger NCOs and Airmen. “There’s several guys in our shop who have proven themselves through several deployments,” Jones said. “Senior Master Sgt. Passerotti, Master Sgt. Leslie, pretty much everybody who’s been through deployments in our shop. We have so many and their records reflect their accomplishments.” Passerotti, 628th CES EOD superintendent, who Jones mentions as one of his main mentors, relishes the fact Jones brings perspective from a different branch. He also said Jones’ transition into the world of Air Force EOD was flawless. “EOD is a true joint community,” Passerotti said. “Eric, coming from an Army background, enhances our perspective.
His background enables him to pass along the ‘why’ something is important when we are training for missions. I look forward to seeing him continue to grow and lead Airmen.” Jones has no regrets when it comes to joining the Air Force and being a part of EOD. He said there are opportunities in his job now he didn’t have before. “I’m glad I chose this career field, it’s definitely rewarding,” Jones said. “Everything is just so fully encompassing."
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Staff Sgt. Eric Jones, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordinance disposal technician, waits for his team during a training exercise at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 27, 2017. Jones joined the Air Force as an EOD technician after serving as a mechanic and infantryman in the U.S. Army.
Staff Sgt. Eric Jones, 628th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, reaches for an ordinance during training exercise Mogul Wrath, June 27, 2017. EOD trains consistently to sharpen their skills and readiness.
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By Chris Gerry Joint Base Charleston school liaison officer
Safety DRIVERS PLEASE SLOW DOWN ON HILL BOULEVARD – CHILDREN WILL BE PRESENT. Charleston County Schools are back in session Thursday, August 17. Please pay particular attention to crossing areas, especially at the intersection of Hill and Touhey. Warning lights will also be flashing as a reminder, mornings and afternoons. The Charleston County Sherriff provides a crossing guard at this location, and she is easily identified in her bright colored jacket. Please respect her as she helps our resident children across that very busy intersection. There will be an increased number of children riding bikes and walking to/waiting for busses throughout the housing and Child and Youth Programs areas of JB CHS. Be Alert and exercise caution as you drive around the base in the mornings and afternoons, especially as the days shorten and mornings become darker. ON THE WEAPONS STATION – Expect traffic to be very heavy in the mornings and afternoons along Red Bank Road as Berkeley County Schools go back in session Thursday, August 17. There are very few school busses, but heavy parental traffic to and from the middle/elementary schools on base.
Educational Resources TUTOR.COM – Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families is a DoD-funded program that allows eligible students in U.S. military families to connect with a live tutor online at any time for one-to-one help with homework, studying, test prep, proofreading and more. The service is available at no charge to K-12 students and some adults in active duty Army, Navy, Air Force and Marine Corps families. The site provides vetted resources for project work and research papers, and DoD vetted tutors to review your work. If you get frustrated trying to help your child with Math, Physics, or an APA research paper, go to http://military.tutor.com/home and let the professionals help. There is even an App for Smart Phones! CHILD AND YOUTH PROGRAMS (CYP) – After School Programming has unlimited possibilities and activities, including homework assistance. Call for more information. Air Base – 843963-5684. Weapons Station – 843-794-7809. MILITARY FAMILY LIFE COUNSELORS (MFLC) – We have MLFCs serving at the Marrington Schools, Lambs, Hunley Park, Fort Dorchester and Oakbrook Elementary Schools. They provide short-term, non-medical counseling in support of active duty military children, Activated Guard and Reservists, and expeditionary civilians. Please contact the local school, or the SLO, for more information on how to reach a counselor. LOCAL SCHOOLS – Many teachers/schools have regular hours where they provide tutorial assistance before or after school. Check with the school principal and/or teacher on availability. PARENT PORTAL – Make sure you are registered for Parent Portal. The portal allows you to monitor your child’s activity at school, including homework, test grades, discipline, and more. Check often, and perhaps review grading progress with your child. This is a tool for parents, so make sure the teacher is updating regularly. If you see delays in postings, let the school administrator know. There is usually a policy on how often a teacher must update/load grades. SCHOOL LIAISON OFFICER (SLO) – The SLO is available to help connect you with
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resources during the school year. Don’t hesitate to call or email if you need assistance or clarification on a school issue. Follow the SLO on Facebook and/or Twitter. Information on local schools, news articles related to education, and resource information are regularly posted on the page: “JB Charleston School Liaison Office.” SLO can be reached at 843-963-4406. SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS – Joint Base Charleston is fortunate to have a full time Exceptional Family Member Coordinator (EFMP). If you need assistance with EFMP enrollment issues and coordination with services in the local area, please contact EFMP at 843-963-4406. For assistance with school issues, 504s, IEPs, or evaluations for/in school, please contact the SLO or EFMP Coordinator at 843-963-4406.
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The Patriot • August 4-17, 2017
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Joint Base Charleston hosts MusicFest 2017
Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Despite rainy weather, the 628th Force Support Squadron and Air Force Entertainment Agency hosted a free concert featuring 3 Doors Down, Thompson Square and Linkin’ Bridge, accompanied by Azul Experience inside a hangar on the air base July 29. The event also included local food vendors, game booths and a children’s play area. “MusicFest gives our military community an opportunity to come out and enjoy live music on their home station, free of cost,” said Jeri White, Air Force Entertainment production director. “It takes months of planning and coordinating with artists, base infrastructure, lodging and manpower. Team Charleston has done a wonderful job of making it happen.”
Attendees had a chance to meet the bands, take photos and receive autographs prior the show which started at 5 p.m. The audience included active-duty service members, military retirees, Department of Defense employees and their families. “I think it’s really honorable for these artists to come and play live for military audiences,” said Amber Brown, JB Charleston family member. “I think events like these show they have a deep appreciation and respect for the military community.” Brown said 3 Doors Down’s music and lyrics have always comforted her and her husband during difficult times. “When my husband went through basic training in 2010, I wrote him a letter with the lyrics of the band’s song, ‘Here Without You,’” said Brown. “I enjoyed the concert and it was awesome to finally see them perform live.”
3 Doors Down performs on stage at the Joint Base Charleston - Air Base July 29.
Viewing the Solar Eclipse: 5 things to know to protect your eyes
By Maj. Dianne L. Williams Optometrist, Joint Base Charleston
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – On Monday, 21 August 2017, a perfect lineup of the sun, moon, and Earth will be visible across North America from coast to coast for the first time in 38 years. One of the grandest and most fleeting natural spectacles known to humanity, this total solar eclipse is predicted to be the most viewed ever. Here are five things for Airmen and families to know for a safe viewing experience:
1. The path of “totality”—when the moon entirely blocks the sun’s face—will stretch from Salem, Oregon, starting at 1016 and reach Charleston, South Carolina, at 1448. This means Mountain Home, F.E. Warren, Offutt, Scott, Arnold, Shaw, and Charleston will briefly experience near 100% eclipse, while the rest of the United States Lwill only see 70-90% eclipse. 2. Looking directly at the solar eclipse without proper eye protection is unsafe and can cause serious PERMANENT eye O
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damage. The lone exception is during the brief total phase of the eclipse which will last under 3 minutes and only within the 70-mile wide band of totality. Outside of that window, there will be harmful rays for the duration of the celestial event. 3. Homemade filters and standard sunglasses—even dark or polarized ones—are not sufficient to prevent eye damage. This also goes for unfiltered cameras, telescopes, binoculars, and other optical devices. The only safe way to directly view the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun is through specialpurpose solar filters (“eclipse glasses” or handheld solar viewers) that are “CE” certified and meet the ISO 12312-2 international standard. Look for these at community centers, public libraries, and through reputable manufacturers online. Those within the narrow band of totality can remove the solar viewer when the moon completely covers the sun and should replace it for the remaining partial phases. Always supervise children using solar viewers as young eyes are particularly susceptible to solar exposure damage. 4. INDIRECT viewing techniques are a safe and fun alternative. Pinhole projectors using your hands, cereal boxes, or other projection techniques are popular ways to safely
Source: American Astronomical Society
observe a solar eclipse. Look online for instructions on how to make a simple projector. For the safest viewing experience, NASA will host a livestream “Eclipse Megacast” with exclusive multi-platform coverage across the path of totality. 5. For more information and resources L to safely enjoy the rare solar eclipse, contact the Joint Base Charleston Air Force Base optometry clinic at 843-963-6855. NASA also has a safety section at https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov. Remember, NEVER look directly at the sun with the naked eye except during the brief total phase. If you experience problems with your eyes or vision following the eclipse, be sure to check in with the optometry clinic.
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Pest management experts stress prevention, control, education By Staff Sgt. Andrea Salazar Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Since the rise of civilization, pests have created safety and health challenges, often requiring a specialized team of experts to stop them. Identifying, treating, and formulating preventative measures to control pests are what the entomology experts from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron Entomology and Pest Management Flight do best. The unit’s four-man team of three military members and one civilian, say their main priority is safeguarding the military, civilians, families and infrastructure on base from pests that range from bugs to furry creatures. They do this through population control and management to help maintain a natural balance with humans and wildlife. “There are animals, insects and even plants, that may pose a risk to human health and we are here to ensure people don't get injured or sick,” said Tech. Sgt. Melynda Winter, NCO in charge of Entomology and Pest Management. “Most people are aware of mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile and the
majority of our spring and summer months are concentrated on suppressing populations with the help of other agencies.” Pest management works with the off base agency Charleston County Mosquito, in order to help battle the increased mosquito population during the hot and humid months. “They help by performing the surveillance and larveciding on the drench spoil sites at the Naval Weapons Station,” said Winter. Another challenge pest management faces is the additional influx of pests within or around base infrastructures caused by feeding wild and stray animals. “When you feed a wild animal or stray cat, you are teaching them humans are a food source and over time they will lose the natural fear they have of us,” said Winter. “The babies they raise will learn this as well and each generation will
cause an unnatural shift in the balance we have with wildlife. This balance keeps us and them safe.” Winter said most people don't even realize the harm they are causing when they decide to leave food out for wild animals. They might think they are cute, want to be kind or want a closer look. However, once pests get too close and become a health and safety threat, Winter says they must be removed. Pest management also advises base members to never feed an alligator. Alligators that are fed by humans will aggressively approach people looking for food. This could cause serious injury or even death.
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628th Civil Engineer Squadron Entomology and Pest Management members handle and remove an alligator found near the pond on the air base side of Joint Base Charleston, S.C., June 19, 2017. Trapping and handling wild animals posing a possible threat to base members is a large aspect of what entomology experts do.
Chapel Corner The chapel has new customer service hours to accommodate your needs. Please note the Airbase Chapel will ONLY be open (including phone calls, walk-ins and e-mail) during the days/hours listed below: U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Kristin Kurtz
Maj. Mary Finn, 628th Aerospace Medicine Squadron incoming commander, receives applause after taking command of the 628th AMDS during a change of command ceremony here July 21. Finn served as the 48th Medical Group surgical services flight commander and chief of orthopaedic surgery, during her previous assignment at Royal Air Force Lakenheath, England.
Sunday: 0900 - 1500 (Worship Services ONLY) Mondays: 0900 - 1500 Tuesdays: 0900 - 1500 Wednesdays: Closed for Training Thursdays: 0900 - 1500 Fridays: 0900 - 1500 Saturday: Closed
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CATHOLIC SERVICES Daily Mass Wednesdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Air Base (AB) Chapel Thursdays @ 11:30 a.m. - Weapon Station (WS) Chapel The Blessed Sacrament Chapel is open for prayer between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Mon-Fri. Sunday- Mass 9 a.m. - AB Chapel • 11:30 a.m. - WS Chapel
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The ballad of NNPTC
Story and photo by Senior Airman Thomas T. Charlton Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – From fifers and drummers communicating to their groups of military members, to buglers playing taps for the fallen, to jody callers keeping formations in step, music has always been an integral part of the U.S. military. The Navy Nuclear Power Training Command choir carries on that tradition by giving the students the opportunity to do something outside of school that gets them involved in the local community. “The choir is definitely a morale booster for the people in it,” said U.S. Navy Lt. Megan Brown, NNPTC choir director. “We aren’t mission essential, but I think to an extent we complete the part of our mission of taking care of our people and this is definitely a way people take care of others and themselves.” Brown has been the choir director since 2014 and has seen numerous students come and go. The choir allows enlisted and officer students to interact with one another on a different scale. “These students are in class for at least 40 hours a week, not including all of the time they take to study,” said Brown. “This is something to help them destress, relax and express that musical, artistic muscle they have.”
The career fields that are trained at NNPTC are electrical technicians, electrician’s mates and machinist’s mates with an average of 2,250 students. The choir has been a part of NNPTC since the early 1990s and is only made up of students. “It can be a little tough to juggle school and choir because you have to prioritize your academics, but luckily the choir is flexible,” said Petty Officer 3rd Class Jeffery Klink, NNPTC student and choir member. “When I was first joining the Navy I was looking into joining the Navy choir, but I ended up choosing the electrician’s mates career field instead. Petty Officer 3rd Class Jeffery Klink, Navy Nuclear Power Training Command student When I got here I was excited to find out and choir member, center, sings the national anthem during a practice at the NNPTC there was a choir and I had to join the building July 12. The career fields are trained at NNPTC are electrical technicians, first chance I got.” electrician’s mates and machinist mates with an average of 2,250 students. Any student can join the NNPTC choir regardless of previous experience. The choir performs at Baumgartner, NNPTC submarine officer student and choir graduations, retirements, holiday celebrations and sporting member. “Getting to represent my country and flag and hearevents. ing all of those people applauding to let us know we did a “One of my fondest moments performing was when we great job is one of the biggest honors I could ever receive.” sang the National Anthem at a College of Charleston basketTo request a performance by the choir, call the choir direcball game last November,” said Ensign Jonathan tor at 843-794-8055.
Non-Destructive Inspection team catches a break
Story and photo by Airman Joshua R. Maund Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Fluorescent stains spatter the floor and surfaces throughout a room illuminated by a black light. A man in an opaque blue mask and a black apron hovers over a bath foaming with neon liquid. He reaches into the concoction, and pulls out an dripping metal gear for inspection. The Airmen of the 437th Maintenance Squadron Non-Destructive Inspection shop use diagnostic procedures to determine if parts of an aircraft are developing structural integrity issues. “It’s hard to say how many possible lives we have saved through early detection,” said Tech. Sgt. John Price 437th MXS NDI NCO in charge. “We are able to identify the extent of microscopic fractures and deficiencies. Even if there is an obvious flaw, we still need to observe the full extent of the damage. The damage may be more than what can be seen by the naked eye, so we test it to ensure structural maintainers can provide the strongest repair possible.” Fluorescent penetrant testing is a reliable way to illuminate fractures on the surface of damaged parts.
In addition, bond, eddy current, magnetic particle, ultrasonic and X-ray assessments allow the NDI Airmen to examine the materials of the C-17 Globemaster III fleet here for cracking, disbonding or delamination. “We’re looking for stuff you can’t see,” said Tech. Sgt. Ryan Michalec, 437th MXS NDI technician. “If you’re looking at a part, you may have no idea there’s a crack on there unless you specifically knew where and what to look for during a test.” The NDI shop is able to check the largest and smallest pieces of an aircraft. Once a deficiency is found, they relay the problem to the aircraft structural maintenance unit for repair. If a crew chief or a member of the aircrew identifies a potential issue, NDI Airmen perform diagnostic procedures to gather data to assist in the repair. “Without fixing a flaw in an aircraft’s infrastructure the possibilities of an in-flight emergency become more and more prevalent,” said Senior Airman Brett Gyurnek 437th MXS NDI technician. “Even though I knew very little about NDI when I joined, I have really grown to love it and see the importance of it.”
Senior Airman Brett Gyurnek, 437th Maintenance Squadron Non-Destructive Inspection technician, holds up a piece of inscribed metal covered in fluorescent penetrant under an ultraviolet light at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. July 11, 2017. The Airmen of the 437th MXS NDI shop use diagnostic procedures to determine if aircraft parts are unsafe or compromised.
Units give their 'fair share' to SFS
Story and photos by Senior Airman Christian Sullivan Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs
Airman 1st Class Roslyn Ward, 1st Combat Camera Squadron broadcast journalist, practices less-than-lethal combat during augmentee training at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., July 18, 2017. Augmentees are called to service in emergencies as well as situations where extra security forces members are needed. Curtis Sauls, 628th Security Forces Squadron training instructor, briefs an augmentee class at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., July 18, 2017. Augmentees attend a basic course for security forces procedures in case they are ever called to staff entry control points or carry out other security forces duties in a time of emergency or during an exercise.
JOINT BASE CHARLESTON, S.C. – Security forces defenders have a sworn duty to protect their assigned base and all of its assets. However most bases have a security forces augmentee program in place, which calls upon other units to assist in protecting when needed. Airmen from units across Joint Base Charleston, S.C. are selected to participate in the program. A week-long basic training course details what would be required if they are called upon. “The training is an introduction to what security forces does,” said Curtis Sauls, 628th Security Forces Squadron training instructor. “It contains weapon familiarization and firing, use of force, entry control procedures and less-thanlethal weapons training.” Various squadrons and units around the air base as well as the weapons station provide their “fair share” of Airmen and Sailors to ensure units are supporting the 628th SFS. Most Airmen are selected after their First Term Airman Course. “Joint Base Charleston has what is called a ‘Fair Share’ program,” said Sauls. “It ensures base mission partners are providing their fair share of Airmen and Sailors based on how large their units are.” Augmentees are trained to make sure the base has enough defenders to staff entry control points as well as patrol the base perimeter during a potential crisis or when higher security levels have gone into effect. “When we go in to higher force protection levels we have additional posts to man and security forces can’t support those posts on their
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own,” said Sauls. “That’s where the augmentees come in. They help secure the home station.” Augmentees take away different experiences from the course but realize the importance of the training. “My favorite part was shooting the M9. I’ve shot rifles all my life, so shooting the pistol was a different experience for me,” said Airman Dalton Green, 437th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron environmental and electronic systems apprentice. “The class is really important, just in case we need to backfill security forces spots in an emergency.” The augmentee program isn’t just for protection. It also keeps full-time security forces Airmen from getting burned out. “It’s extremely important,” said Sauls. “When you go into high security conditions you have to have a way to secure the base. It also takes some of the burden off of security forces.” Situations in varying levels of severity could be cause to bring on an augmentee. “When 9/11 occurred both the weapons station and the air base went into 12-hour shifts and having those augmentees helped,” said Sauls. “We also use them for situations like air shows where they’re needed for traffic and crowd control.” Augmentee Airmen aren’t expected to deploy or work as a security forces Airman in any situations other than high force protection levels or exercises. However, the skills they learn in the augmentee training prepare them if they were needed for similar situations. “By the end of the training, they won’t be leading any charges but they will be reliable backups,” said Saul. “They are able to help man checkpoints as well as patrol.” Security Forces has a wide spectrum of responsibilities protecting their home station. Having augmentees provides the 628th SFS with an extra blanket of assurance in case of emergencies.
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Schedule yours 12/24 months prior to separating/retiring respectively. August 11 r Key Spouse Training - 8:00am-4:00pm. Initial training for new Key Spouses/Please bring Appointment Letter.
August 14-18 r Transition GPS Workshop - Senior TAP - 8:00am4:30pm. Learn to transition and become “career ready” with ease! Dept. of Labor Employment workshop and VA Benefits Briefing included.
EVENTS All classes or events are usually held at the Airman and Family Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified. For more information or to register, please call A&FRC at 963-4406.
August 8 r Teaching As a Second Career - 10:00-11:30am. 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.
August 9 or 23 r Pre-separation Counseling - Aug. 9, from 8:30-1130am or Aug. 23, from 1:00-4:00pm. Learn benefits and resources for vets. This is a prerequisite to Transition GPS Workshop.
August 16 r MFLC Lunch & Learn - 11:30am-12:30pm. Join us for a FREE Lunch and this class on TEENS & the Power of Peer Pressure.
August 22 r Operation Protection Identity - 8:00-9:00am. Learn how to avoid multiple threats to your identity and how to protect yourself.
August 23 r Heart Link - 9:00am-2:00pm. Military spouses learn about the Air Force mission, culture, traditions, military language, and benefits/services while networking with other friendly spouses.
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. / Operation Employment: Military and Family Support teams at JB Charleston can help you with 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 843-963-4406. r 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. r 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.
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. August 9 r Interviewing For Success - 9:00-11:00am. Learn about various types of interviews and receive tips and techniques for successful interviewing! r MFLC Lunch & Learn - 11:30am-12:30pm. Join us for a FREE Lunch and this class on TEENS & the Power of Peer Pressure. August 10 r Navigating Federal Employment - 9:00-11:00am. Join this workshop and learn how to navigate USA JOBS website and get your federal job!
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.
August 7-11 r Resume And Cover Letters - 9:00-11:00am. Learn the basics of writing effective resumes and cover letters.
August 8 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.
August 12 r EFMP Bowling - 3:00-5:00pm. Free bowling event for EFMP families at Marrington Lanes.
August 15 r Think.Save.Plan. - 2:00-3:00pm. Workshop discussing Thrift Savings Plan and Retirement options.
August 17-18 r Career Technical Training Track - 8:00am-4:00pm. A workshop designed to define technical career goals, identify required credentials and training opportunities and more. Special Instructions - Should complete Transition GPS workshop prior to attending. August 21 r Home Buying - 2:00-4:30pm. Learn the basics of purchasing a home.
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,
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