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Airmen from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron fire emergency services flight head up steps during a confined space emergency extraction exercise, April 22, 2016, at Joint BaseCharleston, S.C. The exercise simulated a person losing consciousness inside one of the four fuel tanks aboard a C-17 Globemaster III. See the story on Page 5.

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From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Recently, Joint Base Charleston's 315th and 437th AirliftWings and its 628th Air Base Wing successfully completedthe Air Force Unit Effectiveness Inspection, with each wingearning an overall score of "Effective."UEIs encompass a two-year period, including virtual

assessments by the Air Mobility Command, Air ForceReserve Command and Air Force Installation MissionSupport Center (IMSC) staffs, a previous onsite visit duringour installation exercise and culminating with a "boots on theground" evaluation by two Air Mobility Command and oneAFRC Inspector General Team. The inspectors validated eachwing's readiness, economy, efficiency, state of discipline andeffectiveness to execute the assigned missions.All three wing commanders were pleased with the results."I'm very proud of the work we do here every day," said

Col. Rob Lyman, 628 ABW commander. "We received greatfeedback about our Airmen going above and beyond; now wehave validation of the quality of our work from the AirMobility Command Inspector General."Col. John Lamontagne, 437 AW commander, expressed

similar thoughts."I couldn't be more pleased with this team. It was very easy for

the Inspector General to see how serious we are about executingthe mission, leading people, improving the unit and managing

resources. We've come a long wayand have a long way to go as we strivefor continuous process improvement."The UEI team was comprised of

nearly 150 inspectors, 50 for eachwing. Additionally, there wereobservers from Headquarters AirForce, the Air Force InspectionAgency and Secretary of the AirForce Inspector General looking forways to streamline the inspectionprocess across the Air Force."We proved to the inspectors

what we already knew. We areeffective and mission ready," saidCol. Greg Gilmour, 315 AW com-mander. "Joint Base Charleston will con-tinue to lead the way in providing supportfor the warfighter."During a recap of the inspection results

with the 628 ABW, Lyman closed byoffering perspective on the wing's accom-plishments."The missions we're a part of are some of

our nation's most difficult tasks. To be effec-tive at those is something to be proud of."

JB Charleston earns "effective" in major inspectionsMaster Sgt. Mike Kellebrew,a Unit EffectivenessInspection fire emergencyinspector, watches WilliamBryan, a 628th CivilEngineering Squadron fire-fighter testing an air tankand breathing apparatus atthe Joint Base Charlestonfire department, April 13,2016. The apparatusincludes an automatic distress signal unit. A dis-tinct alarm tone sounds ifmovement is not detectedfor a certain length of time.The alarm helps locate fire-fighters in distress. U.S. Air Force photo / Airman Megan Munoz

By Staff Sgt. Jared TrimarchiJoint Base Charleston Public Affairs

The U.S. Naval Ship Red Cloud departed Joint BaseCharleston, S.C. - Weapons Station, April 19, 2016, afterbeing loaded with supplies and equipment by the ArmyStrategic Logistics Activity Charleston and the 841stTransportation Battalion.The ship, which is part of Army Prepositioned Stock - 3,

belongs to the Military Sealift Command, a subset of the U.S.Navy. USNS Red Cloud is on its way to an undisclosed loca-tion in the Pacific Ocean. A prepositioned ship can remain atsea for more than six months before returning to port.While pierside at JB Charleston - WS, over 1,300 pieces of

equipment were loaded onto the 950-foot long, "floatingwarehouse," with six interior decks. The ship's unique featureis a platform which allows the transfer of equipment to otherNavy vessels."The equipment aboard the Red Cloud can be unloaded in a

snap when needed," said Phil Crisfield, 3rd mate aboard the RedCloud. "We carry everything from HUMVEEs to ambulances,munitions, tanks amphibious vehicles and generators. The cargoaboard is everything you need to build a city or destroy one."According to the ship's captain, Navy Lt. Cmdr. (Ret.) Don

Agold, the Red Cloud was named after Mitchell Red CloudJr., a Medal of Honor recipient for his actions during theKorean War.

The ship provides equipment to the war front in a timelyand safe manner."We are enablers who provide service members with the

equipment necessary to perform their duties anywhere aroundthe world," Agold said. "Much like airlift provides an avenuefor service members to fly to a forward deployed area in ahurry, prepositioned ships provide heavy cargo and equipmentwhen needed quickly."Every 18 months, ASLAC and the 841st conduct similar

vessel operations. When a prepositioned vessel returns to port,the upkeep and renovation process of the equipment aboardthe ship is led by ASLAC and may take up to 120-days. Once all maintenance functions are performed, the equipment

is staged, processed and configured for upload and transport.Army Lt. Col. Dennis Major, 841st Transportation Battalion

commander, said, "Prior to being loaded members of the ASLACmovement section along with 841st Terminal Operations person-nel collaborate to ensure all cargo is properly manifested and ear-marked for a particular location on the vessel."All units involved ensure USNS Red Cloud is properly

loaded and ready for sea. "Our efforts are essential for ensuring the U.S. Army is prop-

erly postured to fight and win the nation's wars in support of ourmultiple geographic combatant commanders," Major said."All-in-all, every agency involved must work as a finely tunedsystem to ensure combatant commanders are properly equippedto deter aggressive actions or fight and win the nation's wars."

USNS Red Cloud on way to Pacific after leaving Charleston

Over 1,300 pieces of equipment were loaded onto the 950-foot long, six interior deck, U.S. Naval Ship Red Cloud, April18, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. – Weapons Station.Members from the Army Strategic Logistics ActivityCharleston and the 841st Transportation Battalion staged,processed and configured the equipment to support USNSRed Cloud’s prepositioned ship mission.

Phil Crisfield, 3rdmate aboard theU.S. Naval ShipRed Cloud, looksthrough a pair ofbinoculars April 18,2016, at Joint BaseCharleston, S.C. –Weapons Station.

Senior Master Sgt.John Mursu, a Unit EffectivenessInspection crewchief inspector,examines the harnesses on a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint BaseCharleston April 13, 2016.

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Mom and Dad - time to cut down that treeBy SKC Patrick GarveyUSCG Sector Charleston

In today's commercialized society we areconstantly receiving messages about what isimportant in life. Bud Light suggests we shouldbe "up for whatever." Not having a filter and"Thinking Out Loud" isn't a problem, accordingto Ed Sheeran. "Be Connected. Be Discovered.Be on Facebook" and don't be afraid to "thinkoutside the bun" at Taco Bell.Most of us are awake for 16-18 hours a day

which means our ears and eyes are getting bom-barded with advertisements for roughly 1,000minutes per day. Bright colors, big letters, eye-popping images and catchy slogans all with theintent of luring us in. The corporations are cast-ing their fishing nets, betting we will take thebait. Our minds and hearts are vulnerable.Today, we hear the word "prevention"... a lot!

Because we can't cure most of society's ills,apparently we need to prevent them.Suicide prevention. Sexual Assault preven-

tion. Substance abuse prevention. Weight gainprevention.

Why are all these issues so prevalent nowa-days? Using the analogy of a tree, is it possibleto identify when these seeds of discontent wereplanted or where the roots of the problems havetaken hold? Unfortunately, the seeds havesprouted, the roots have spread to unfathomablelengths and the tree has grown to unprecedentedheights. But take heart. I believe there is a wayto cut this tree down to size.The good news is, it's more or less a simple

solution: spend time with our kids.Our children are the most susceptible to the

world's glitzy and ritzy gravitational pull. Theyalso have roughly 1,000 minutes a day duringwhich their attention is up for grabs. They canbefriend MTV, YouTube, Twitter, and XboxOne. They can try to emulate the latest musician,sports star or Hollywood actor.Or they can take their lead from Dad and Mom.

As parents, we must realize how vital we are to ourchildren. Your daughter sees all those big smiles,hears the words you speak and feels you hold heras she drifts off to sleep. Your son knows who youdeem to be a good role model, watches the peopleyou surround yourself with and is aware of all of

your efforts to provide for the family.Fathers and mothers should know that our

highest calling, first priority and favorite task isto be a parent. Our careers should never comebefore our life at home. When we let our careersoutweigh our families' needs, our children andour spouses feel that void. That time will befilled by something or someone possibly lessthan ideal.Parents usually have the child for about 18

years. Then, off they go to college, the militaryor to a job. Those formative 18 years areimmensely crucial. If we are not present to ourchildren and if we let the world educate our kids,we lose. That dysfunctional tree society plantedwill keep growing.We need to start chopping that tree down. We

need to take full advantage of our time and influ-ence our children. We need to teach them theright from wrong. We need to educate them tolearn from our own experiences. We need todemonstrate to them they can rely on guidancefrom Mom and Dad.If we do these things, the tree that grew so tall

... will one day be a stump.

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It’s an adventure of a lifetimeBy Lt. Col. John RobinsonDeputy Commander, 315 OG

Everyone has their own idea of what an "adventure of a lifetime" is forthem. I realized one of my "adventures" recently when I attended the Army'sBasic Airborne Course at Ft Benning, GA. The Battalion Commander of the507 Parachute Infantry Regiment invited me to participate in the course whilestaying at his house (precluding any TDY costs). All I could say at this pointwas, "You've taken away all my excuses, now I just have to pick a date." Ichose January 2016.As a 52 year old driving to Ft Benning, I was a little nervous. I would be

"in the Army" for three weeks. What was in store for me? I knew I had to passthe same Physical Fitness test as Army soldiers age 17-21. I have a pretty goodexercise routine and had been practicing for Army push-ups and sit-ups, whichare somewhat different then Air Force. The Army actually expects 90 degreebends in the elbows and a full sit-ups verses crunches. I felt prepared but Iwasn't ready for the test being conducted at 0400 in the morning with 28degree temperatures. While I passed the test without trouble and was ready to continue training,

I was relieved because I didn't want to fail and be an embarrassment to thecommander who had invited me in the first place.Training involved 12 hour days beginning at 0545 and ending around 1800.

Days began with PT, followed by breakfast then we'd roll into training.Parachute landing falls (PLFs), jumping out of the 34 foot tower, donning theequipment, swing landing trainers, hanging harness, every detail needed to safe-ly "exit an aircraft in flight" was covered. The Army addresses everything withstrict attention to detail and precision. They teach 400-500 soldiers per class –an impressive display of professionalism. It's been done the same way for thepast 75 years.

As Sgt. Airborne says, "It’sAirborne Training, it ain’t gonnachange cause you complain."The culmination of this train-

ing is, of course, exiting an air-craft while in flight.Fortunately, we had C-130s andC-17s for our jump week. I'vebeen flying the airborne courseas a pilot for 15 years and havedropped over 20,000 firsttimers over Fryar Drop Zone. Iwas thrilled to finally get theopportunity to jump out of a C-17. For me, the worst part of thewhole course was sitting with60 pounds of parachute equip-ment strapped to my body formore than three hours at a timewaiting for the jumps. I com-pleted the five required jumpsand graduated January 25, 2016as a member of Class 07-16. I don't have room in this arti-

cle to describe the entire experience but I met so many young Americans eagerto serve their country. The question I was asked most was, "How long haveyou been in the service, sir?" 25 years. "Wow, sir, I haven't even been alive thatlong." "Why are you here?" My response, "For an adventure of a lifetime! Ijust did it a little later in life."

Lt. Col. John Robinson, 315th OperationsGroup deputy commander, jumps out of aJoint Base Charleston C-17 Globemaster IIIover Fryar Drop Zone at Fort Benning,Georgia when he attended the Army's BasicAirborne Course.

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After 50 years Pitsenbarger legacy lives onFrom Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Staff Sgt. William Pitsenbarger, a pararescueman, made theultimate sacrifice 50 years ago, on April 11, 1966, near CamMy, Vietnam, saving the lives of Soldiers pinned down byenemy fire.Born July 8, 1944, in Piqua, Ohio, Pitsenbarger joined the

Air Force in 1962, right out of high school. He was ordered toVietnam in 1964, volunteered to return in 1965 and wasassigned to Detachment 6, 38th Air Rescue and RecoverySquadron at Bein Hoa Air Base, Saigon, Vietnam.Pitsenbarger and his unit were dispatched by the Joint

Rescue Center to extract Army casualties who from the battleof Xa Cam. During the recovery, Pitsenbarger was loweredfrom a helicopter to attend to the wounded.Six men were rescued during the first airlift. However, more

wounded men remained. Pitsenbarger remainedengaged the enemy while attending the wounded.When the next helicopter arrived on scene, it was hitby small arms fire and needed to leave the areaimmediately.Although the aircrew signaled for Pitsenbarger to

get aboard the helicopter, he refused to leave thewounded and waved off the helicopter. For the nexthour and a half, he fought off enemy forces whileproviding care to the injured. Eventually, he waskilled by enemy fire but nine men were rescuedalive because of his sacrifice and heroism.Pitsenbarger was 21 years old at the time of his

death and was an Airman 1st Class. He was the firstenlisted member to be awarded the Air Force Cross.; On Dec. 8, 2000, the AFC was upgraded to aMedal of Honor. Additionally, Pitsenbarger was posthumously promoted tothe rank of Staff Sergeant.

His Medal of Honor citation reads:Airman First Class Pitsenbarger distinguished himself by extreme valor on

April 11, 1966 near Cam My, Republic of Vietnam, while assigned as aPararescue Crew Member, Detachment 6, 38th Aerospace Rescue andRecovery Squadron. On that date, Airman Pitsenbarger was aboard a rescue helicopter

responding to a call for evacuation of casualties incurred in an on-going fire-fight between elements of the United States Army's 1st Infantry Division and asizable enemy force approximately 35 miles east of Saigon. With complete dis-

regard for personal safety, Airman Pitsenbarger volunteered toride a hoist more than one hundred feet through the jungle, tothe ground. On the ground, he organized and coordinated res-cue efforts, cared for the wounded, prepared casualties forevacuation, and insured that the recovery operation continuedin a smooth and orderly fashion. Through his personal efforts, the evacuation of the wounded

was greatly expedited. As each of the nine casualties evacuatedthat day were recovered, Pitsenbarger refused evacuation inorder to get one more wounded soldier to safety. After severalpick-ups, one of the two rescue helicopters involved in theevacuation was struck by heavy enemy ground fire and wasforced to leave the scene for an emergency landing. AirmanPitsenbarger stayed behind, on the ground, to perform medicalduties. Shortly thereafter, the area came under sniper and mor-tar fire. During a subsequent attempt to evacuate the site,

American forces came under heavy assault by a largeViet Cong force. When the enemy launched the assault,the evacuation was called off and Airman Pitsenbargertook up arms with the besieged infantrymen. He coura-geously resisted the enemy, braving intense gunfire togather and distribute vital ammunition to Americandefenders. As the battle raged on, he repeatedlyexposed himself to enemy fire to care for the wounded,pull them out of the line of fire, and return fire whenev-er he could, during which time, he was wounded threetimes. Despite his wounds, he valiantly fought on,simultaneously treating as many wounded as possible. In the vicious fighting which followed, the American

forces suffered 80 percent casualties as their perimeterwas breached, and airman Pitsenbarger was finallyfatally wounded. Airman Pitsenbarger exposed himself

to almost certain death by staying on the ground, and perished while savingthe lives of wounded infantrymen. His bravery and determination exemplifythe highest professional standards and traditions of military service andreflect great credit upon himself, his unit, and the United States Air Force.

Airmen at Joint Base Charleston honor Pitsenbarger's heroic actions, sacri-fice, and embodiment of the Pararescue motto, "that others may live.""Staff Sgt. Pitsenbarger's was willing to give up his life, even though he was

so young, and stay behind to help others during the heat of battle," Airman 1stClass Kaitlyn Henderson, a 628th Communications Squadron knowledgemanager. "He was the same rank as me when he died and his story is trulyinspirational."

Airman 1st Class William Pitsenbarger

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Airman 1st Class William Pitsenbarger with anM-16 outside an HH-43 Huskie.

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From Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 7,2016, Red Bank Road at Liberty Hall Roadon the JB Charleston Weapons Station side ofLiberty Hall Road will be closed for railroadmaintenance.It is expected to remain closed until 4 a.m.,

Monday, May 9, 2016.

"I recognize closing Red Bank Road, evenfor a short period of time, will create majortraffic challenges for Weapons Station com-muters," said Col. Robert Lyman, JBCharleston commander. "I ask for yourpatience and understanding while thisrequired maintenance is completed. I thankthe entire JB Charleston family for your con-tinued support in spite of this inconvenience."

CSX railway maintenance will preventtraffic from entering or exiting the WeaponsStation at Red Bank Road and Henry E.Brown Jr. Boulevard.Detour routes will be posted at both loca-

tions to guide traffic.Access to the Weapons Station during the

closure will be via Cypress Gardens Road,Bushy Park Road, and Liberty Hall Road.

All Weapons Station services and activitieswill remain open during the road closure.JB Charleston reminds the public to please

use caution while driving through workzones.For more information, the public may con-

tact the JB Charleston Public Affairs Office at(843) 963-5608.

Red Bank Road railroad crossing closure to take place at Weapons Station

Story and photos by Senior Airman Clayton Cupit628th Air Base Wing Public Affairs

In preparations for the 101 Critical Days of Summer, KimberlyCockrell, a victim services specialist from Mothers Against DrunkDriving delivered presentations to Joint Base Charleston person-nel April 27, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.Briefings were held at the air base theater and the Naval

Nuclear Power Training Command to reach as many Sailorsand Airmen as possible on base.Cockrell began her presentation giving her reasons for vol-

unteering."In 1993, my best friend was killed by a drunk driver in

Columbia, S.C.," said Cockrell. "She was only 22 years oldand we had been friends forever. It was at that point I startedvolunteering with MADD. I was living in Los Angeles at thetime and helped out there. I have given speeches on talkshows, on television, in police departments and in schools.My life took a huge turn after she was killed."During the presentation, Cockrell showed pictures of her

friend's face before the accident as well as the graphic sceneof the accident."I thought it was an effective presentation," said Petty

Officer 3rd Class Asahee Millis, nuclear electronics techni-cian. "As nukes, we usually see a lot of the statistics and data,so seeing the emotional and human component really brings itinto effect. It resonates more and I appreciate that."Some students were able to relate personal experiences to

the presentation."I heard a heartfelt story about a woman who has been

hurt," said Petty Officer 3rd Class Kristel Nichols, nuclearelectronics technician. "It really helped to bring home a mes-sage that it is never okay to drink and drive. I think it hashelped a lot of students here who may be questioning everdrinking and driving.""Before the Navy, I was a paramedic," said Nichols. "I have

seen the effects of drunk driving firsthand so I never want toencounter that myself or even think of the possibility of doingthat to someone else. I would never wish upon anyone the emo-tional effects of what it does to a community and a family. It's ahuge loss not only in that family but to everyone around them."As part of the 101 Critical Days of Summer campaign, this

event was a segue to the 2016 campaign.

"This MADD event gives our members an idea of whattype of information is to come," said Christopher Anderson,628th Air Base Wing director of safety. "MADD ties into ourCritical Days of Summer plan by focusing on destructivebehaviors such as DUIs and how they affect you, your family,friends, coworkers and community."The safety office uses different strategies to combat drunk

driving and spreading information to base personnel."To promote reducing DUIs, we place wrecked vehicles

and related DUI signs at strategic locations on the Air Baseand Weapons Station, typically around major holidays," saidAnderson."We also hold events such as MADD, Street Smarts classes,

and provide briefings for units to utilize at commander's calls,"said Anderson. "Critical Days of Summer is a time for all per-sonnel to focus efforts on behaviors which can reduce or elim-inate risk or hazards at work and home, as it is during this timeof year historically where we experience the most mishaps."Cockrell spoke about her involvement with the armed

forces and ended on her passion for the service members."I'm not really from a military family so to speak," said

Cockrell. "Only my grandfather was in the U.S. Navy. ButI've grown up with a profound love, affection and astonish-ment when it comes to our armed forces service members.""I was very pleased to be invited to come down and talk

with these service members and I'm glad I had this opportu-nity," said Cockrell. "If I had just changed even one person'sdecision making when it comes to drinking and driving thenthis has been success."

MADD presentation at JB Charleston, preps for 101 Critical Days of Summer

Kimberly Cockrell, Mothers Against Drunk Driving victimservices specialist, talks with Naval Nuclear Power TrainingCommand students April 27, 2016, at the Bowman Center onJoint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. The MADDevent was a segue to JB Charleston’s upcoming Critical Daysof Summer campaign. MADD ties into this campaign byfocusing on destructive behaviors like DUI’s and how theyaffect those around us.

Naval NuclearPower TrainingCommand stu-dents listen to aMothers AgainstDrunk Drivingpresentation April27, 2016, at theBowman Centeron Joint BaseCharleston –Weapons Station,S.C.

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More than 200 service members, dependents and civiliansstationed here who drive motorcycles attended the annualMotorcycle Safety Day, April 29, 2016, at Joint BaseCharleston, S.C.The annual event consisted of a briefing held by the 628th

Air Base Wing safety office, a blessing of the bikes, a demon-stration from the North Charleston Police Department andawards for the best detailed bikes around. The annual briefingis required by AFI 91-207, for all active duty Air Force motor-cyclists."There are many dangers on the open road to watch for as a

motorcycle rider," said James McMurray,628th ABW traffic safety manager. "Thenumber one cause of motorcycle mishapsis single vehicle accidents. However, thereare many other dangers such as inattentivedrivers, animals, bad weather, bridges andeven sand."The briefing covered other topics such

as risk management, licensing require-ment, personal protective equipment,training requirements and mentorshipprograms."The briefing was full of useful infor-

mation and statics about the responsibili-ties of being a motorcycle rider," saidSenior Airman Joshua Westbrook, a628th Communications Squadron radiofrequency transmission systems techni-cian. "Driving a motorcycle inCharleston is a unique experience, withthe older roads and the heavy traffic. Themotorcycle safety team here does anexcellent job ensuring we are safe out there."After the briefing Chaplin Capt. Norman Jones blessed the

bikes and prayed for the riders to stay safe during this year'sriding season. Participants of the event joined together for agroup ride led by the Green Knights, military motorcyclegroup.The event concluded with free lunch at a local motorcycle

dealership."We hosted this event to ensure riders are on their toes and

are aware of the dangers out on the road," McMurry said."Ride safe."For those motorcycle riders who were unable to attend,

please contact your unit's motorcycle safety representative fora link to this year's annual briefing.

JB Charleston hosts motorcycle safety event

A motorcyclist drives off during the annual Motorcycle Safety Day, April 29, 2016,at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The annual briefing is required by AFI 91-207, forall active duty Air Force motorcyclists. More than 200 service members, depend-ents and civilians attended.

James McMurry, 628th ABW traffic safety manager, discussesmotorcycle safety with more than 200 service members,dependents and civilians during the annual Motorcycle SafetyDay, April 29, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The annualbriefing is required by AFI 91-207, for all active duty Air Forcemotorcyclists.

Staff Sgt. Luis Diaz, 15th Airlift Squadron loadmaster,briefs Airmen from the 1st Combat Camera Squadronabout mission details April 25, 2016, while aboard a C-17Globemaster III at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The 437thAirlift Wing flew into Manta, Ecuador, to support earth-quake relief operations. Army personnel from theContingency Response Group and equipment, including amobile air traffic control tower and a five-passenger vehi-cle, were also aboard the aircraft. The 437th AW providesglobal reach airlift capability at any time to anywhere in theworld. Whenever natural disasters occur, the 437th AW canprovide humanitarian aid in a moment’s notice.

U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Clayton Cupit

437th Airlfit Wing provides humantarianrelief efforts in Ecuador

Staff Sgt. Luis Diaz, 15th Airlift Squadron loadmaster,straps down luggage and cargo April 25, 2016, on aC-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.


Story and photo by Staff Sgt. Jared Trimarchi Joint Base Charleston Public Affairs

Airmen and civilians from the 628th Civil EngineerSquadron fire emergency services flight and the 437thMaintenance Squadron fuel systems repair flight participatedin a confined space emergency extraction exercise, April 22,2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.The exercise simulated a person losing consciousness

inside one of the four fuel tanks aboard a C-17 GlobemasterIII.Members of the fuel systems repair shop perform routine

maintenance inside the tanks to check for damage, fix leaksand replace fuel system components."Each time we need to go into a fuel tank for repair, we

must follow a set of procedures and inform the fire station ofour activities," said Master Sgt. Anthony Lawston, 315th fuelsystem section lead. "Annually we coordinate efforts with thefire department and other agencies to test our ability to handlethe high stress situation of having a team member lose con-sciousness inside one of the tanks."A C-17 holds approximately 180,000 pounds of fuel inside

four tanks which run across the wings. A C-17 with extendedrange capabilities can hold 240,000 pounds of fuel and essen-tially has six tanks. The entrance to each tank measures nearly12 x 8 inches."The tanks closest to the fuselage are larger with a little more

room in which to maneuver but the outboard tanks can be chal-lenging to get around in," Lawston said. "I'd say it's working ina space about the size of a closet laying horizontally."The exercise began inside a hanger with two fuel system

members on the wings of a C-17. A mannequin was placedinside one of tanks while Chris Robin, a 437th MXS aircraftfuel system craftsman, supervised the operation. Robin imme-diately called for help to notify the fire department after notbe able to communicate with his wingman, the mannequin,inside the tank.

Robin went into the tank while Lawston supervised the sit-uation from on top of the C-17. Fire department personnelarrived quickly and the "victim" was rescued expeditiously."That could be an Airmen in there unconscious or it could

even be me," Robin said. "The exercise went very well. It'sgood to know the people who work around you are committedto getting you out and they know how to handle the situation."According to Lawston, he has never heard of someone los-

ing consciousness inside a fuel tank but he is glad the exerciseis taken seriously."People are our most important asset, not the aircraft,"

Lawston added. "If we have to cut the wing open to rescue awingman, there would be no hesitation."

628th CES, 437th MXS test confined space rescue ops

Fire trucks from the 628th Civil Engineer Squadron fire emergency services flight approach the scene during a confined spaceemergency extraction exercise, April 22, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. The exercise simulated a person losing consciousnessinside one of the four fuel tanks aboard a C-17 Globemaster III.

Airmen from the 628th CES fire emergency services flight rescuea “victim” during a confined space emergency extraction exer-cise, April 22, 2016, at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

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Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard StevenCantrell, the 12th MCPOCG and Silver "Ancient Mariner"of the Coast Guard, visited USCGC HAMILTON inCharleston on April 13, 2016. MCPOCG Cantrell praisedthe crew for their work in establishing themselves as thefirst U.S. Coast Guard National Security Cutter inCharleston. During his visit, USCGC Hamilton hosted atraditional "Cutterman's Call" along with the LocalChapter of the Surface Navy Association. Both organiza-tions plan to combine their efforts locally in the spirit ofthe U.S. Navy and Coast Guard partnership detailed inthe March 2015 Cooperative Strategy for 21st CenturySeapower.

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Several volunteer organizations participated in Joint BaseCharleston's Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon April 15, 2016, atthe Balfour Beatty Community Center on JB Charleston -Weapons Station, S.C. including the Navy-Marine Corps ReliefSociety, Fleet and Family Support Center, American Red Crossand Navy Wives Club of America.Leading the event was Erin Deville-Brown, volunteer coordi-

nator."It's important to recognize our volunteers for their hard work

and dedication to our community," said Deville-Brown. "Thisweek is theirs."During the luncheon, volunteers were presented with certifi-

cates of appreciation from special guests Col. Robert Lyman, JBCharleston commander and Navy Capt. Tim Sparks, JBCharleston deputy commander.Lyman and Sparks both emphasized how important the volun-

teers are and thanked them for their selfless service to JBCharleston.According to Deville-Brown, JB Charleston's volunteer serv-

ices and programs support the military lifestyle and community.

"Our volunteers offers support for the staff by supply-ing services such as administrative work," said Deville-Brown. "They're interviewed to match their skills withvolunteer needs and through various opportunities, theyhone their existing skills as well as develop new ones.It's a great way to meet new people, learn about the areaand offer help."Most of the volunteers are spouses of JB Charleston's

active-duty personnel according to Deville-Brown."We are pleased, although their time with us is short,

they have been exposed to and take advantage of avail-able resources to achieve an ultimate goal," said Deville-Brown. According to Deville-Brown, the volunteerorganizations work closely with active-duty volunteers(those who offer their time after required military hours).They assist a variety of programs that participate in dif-ferent events.Deville-Brown mentioned that volunteering can be

humbling but it can also be a fulfilling life experience."Life is a wonderful journey and you never know

where it will take you," said Deville-Brown."Volunteering can help on that journey and our volun-teers can be more than a passive traveler!"

JB Charleston hosts Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

Joint Base Charleston leadership and community volunteers enjoy thefood and fellowship during the volunteer appreciation luncheon April 15,2016, at the Balfour Beatty Community Center on JB Charleston –Weapons Station, S.C. Participating in the event were members withNavy-Marine Corps Relief Society, Fleet and Family Support Center,American Red Cross and Navy Wives Club of America. During the lunch-eon, volunteers were presented with certificates of appreciation fromspecial guests Col. Robert Lyman, JB Charleston commander and NavyCapt. Tim Sparks, JB Charleston deputy commander.

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Jason Bowen, aCharleston CountySherriff’s Office SpecialVictims Unit detective,speaks at the Child AbusePrevention Luncheon April26, 2016 at Joint BaseCharleston, S.C. Duringhis speech Bowen gavetips on how to preventchildren from becomingvictims of cyber predators.

JB Charlestonraises awarenessof Child AbusePrevention Month

Jason Bowen (center), a CharlestonCounty Sherriff’s Office SpecialVictims Unit detective, receives anaward from (left to right) Capt.Timothy Sparks, Joint BaseCharleston deputy commander, Capt.Sheontee Frank, 628 Medical GroupFamily Advocacy officer, and Lt. Col.Brian Neese, 628 Medical OperationsSquadron commander, at the ChildAbuse Prevention Luncheon April 26,2016 at Joint Base Charleston, S.C.

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Chief Master Sgt. Sean Applegate, Army and Air Force Exchange Service senior enlistedadvisor, toured the Joint Base Charleston Exchange April 20, 2016.The visit gave Applegate a first-hand look at the base's facilities and allowed him to talk with

customers and store representatives to better understand the needs of the patrons of the JointBase Charleston Exchange."I always look forward to visiting Airmen in person and hearing how we can customize

Exchange support," Applegate said. "Touring Exchanges gives our associates a chance to showoff their stores and be recognized for everything they do."AAFES has Exchange facilities all over the world. Touring these facilities allows for the

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On May 7, the Ralph H. Johnson VAMedical Center is hosting a Welcome Homeevent for all Veterans at the North CharlestonPerforming Arts Center, 5001 ColiseumDrive, North Charleston, SC beginning at3:00 p.m. The day includes a full afternoon ofevents dedicated to connecting Veterans withthe resources they need as they return home,and to honor them and their families with aspecial concert by The Miracles and aVietnam 50th Commemorative Ceremony.Order of Events :3:00 p.m. – Vietnam Commemorative pres-

entation by Vietnam Veterans of America4:15 p.m. - Vietnam Commemorative

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In May 2012, President Barack Obamacalled for the Federal Government to partnerwith organizations and communities acrossAmerica to participate in the Commemorationof the 50th Anniversary of the Vietnam War.The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center,named for a local hero who fought inVietnam, is a proud Commemorative Partnerand is committed to giving Vietnam eraVeterans the respect and welcome home theyso rightly deserve through this event and oth-ers throughout the commemorative period. The newest Veterans just back from Iraq and

Afghanistan area will also receive specialrecognition during the event. The event bringstogether many of the services they will need toaccess as they transition to Veteran status. The Health & Resource Fair is an opportu-

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U.S. Air Force photo / Senior Airman Clayton CupitTodd Gallati, Trident Medical Center CEO (seated left), and Navy Capt. Tim Sparks, Joint BaseCharleston deputy commander (seated right), sign a memorandum of agreement April 21, 2016,at the Redbank Club on Joint Base Charleston – Weapons Station, S.C. This specific partnershipagreement is between Trident Medical Center and the 628th Medical Group. The P4 partnershipprogram joins military and civilian leaders to brainstorm ideas for leveraging resources.

Joint Base Charleston leadershipparticipate in P4 signing initiative

U.S. Air Force photo / Tech. Sgt. Rasheen DouglasCol. Rob Lyman, Joint Base Charleston commander, and Chief Master Sgt. MarkBronson, 628th Air Base Wing command chief, pose for a group photo with the awardwinners during the 628th ABW Quarterly Awards Ceremony April 29, 2016, at theCharleston Club on JB Charleston, S.C. The winners are (left to right) Senior AirmanBrittaney Wigginton, Airman of the Quarter, Mr. Patrick Miller, Civilian Category II of theQuarter, Senior Airman Jaleel Ennis, JB Charleston Honor Guard member of the Quarter,Tech. Sgt. Renae Pittman, Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter, and Senior MasterSergeant Kisha Latouche, Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Quarter. Not picturedhere is Mr. Walter Gallei, the Volunteer of the Quarter. The Quarterly Awards areheld torecognize outstanding Airmen, noncommisioned officers, senior noncomissioned offi-cers, company grade officers and civilians for their hard work and dedication.

628th ABW hosts Quarterly Awards Ceremony

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EventsAll classes or events will be held at the Airman and Family

Readiness Center (Building 500) unless otherwise specified.For more information, call A&FRC 963-4406.

NOTICE: Some A&FRC classes may be held at different loca-tions, due to building renovations during the month of January.Please call 843-963-4406 to register and for clarification on whereeach class is being held.

May 9/ Key spouse training: 10 - 11 a.m. This training is for

all appointed Key Spouses who have completed the initialtraining.

May 9-13/ Transition Goals, Plans, Success (Gps) Workshop: 8

a.m. - 4:30 p.m. This mandated 5-day workshop prepares

service members for transition to civilian life. Spouses arewelcome to attend all sessions on a space-available-basis.

May 10/ Break The Cycle Of Living Pay-Check-To-Pay-

Check: 8 - 10 a.m. Do you find yourself waiting anxiously toget paid because you've run out of money too soon? Learnhow to break the cycle and live beyond next paycheck.

/ Troops to Teachers: May 10, 10 - 11:30 a.m. Receivecounseling and assistance to help eligible veterans and theirspouses transition into a new teaching career.

May 11/ Sharing Responsibility & Working Together: 4 - 5

p.m. Discover tips on how to balance and share responsibili-ties. This class is based on a lesson from the book, “10 GreatDates to Energize Your Marriage.”

/ Ready, Set, Parent: 5:30 - 8 p.m. This course provides use-ful tips for expectant parents, while helping them to understandthe importance of budgeting for their new addition. Additionally,parents receive a FREE bundle for each expected baby!

May 11, 18 or 25/ Educational opportunities counseling: 1 - 4 p.m. Meet

one-on-one for 30 minutes with an expert who will help youreach your educational goals.

May 14/ A Celebration to Honor Military Veterans and the

Animals Who Have Served This Great Nation: 11 a.m.Special Presentation by Lt. Col. Ralph E. Taylor, DeputyCommander, 628th Mission Support Group and Staff SergeantJonathan Garrett, Military Working Dog Handler, 628thSecurity Forces Squadron, as well as Military Working DogChico. All are welcome. Food and refreshments will be servedafter the ceremony. Please RSVP to [email protected] (Also: Friday, May 13 – Sunday

May, 22 the Charleston Animal Society will offer FREEAdoptions and FREE Spay/Neuter for the pets of all military.

May 17/ My New Space: 3 - 4:30 p.m. This mandatory workshop

is a prerequisite for individuals moving out of the dorm thataddresses tips for financial success.

May 18/ Spouse Introduction To JB Charleston: 9:30 - 11:30

a.m. Join us for this fun, fast- paced intro to JB Charleston.Meet other spouses and learn about all your resources whereto shop, dine and play in the Lowcountry!

/ Mandatory TAP Preseparation Briefings: May 18, 1 - 4p.m. Retiring service members can receive pre-separation coun-seling up to 24 months prior to DOS. And a separating servicemember can receive pre-separation counseling up to 12 monthsprior to DOS. This is the first step in the process to making you“career ready” to leave the service; and this briefing/counselingis required prior to attending the Transition GPS Workshop.

May 20/ Key Spouse Training (initial): 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. This train-

ing is for all newly appointed Key Spouses.May 24/ Ditch Debt & Start Saving: May 24, - 4:30 p.m. Learn

how to finally get out of debt and start saving! May 24 or 31/ A Disability Claims Workshop: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. The VA

representative will cover the VA claims and filing process.Members (who do not have a copy of their medical records)must sign an authorization letter at the Joint Base Charleston– Air Base Clinic’s Medical Records section. This letter mustbe signed NLT the Monday prior to the week’s Friday work-shop that you plan to attend.

EventsAll classes or events will be held at the Fleet and Family

Support Center (FFSC)-NWS (Building 755) JBCharleston, Weapons Station, unless otherwise specified.For more information, call FFSC at 794-7480.

May 9 or 16/ VA Disability Claim Workshop: 8 a.m - 1 p.m. This

workshop is broken down into two sections: From 0800-0930,the VA representative will provide a Disability Briefing to par-ticipants. From 1000-1300 a Medical Records Review/turn-inwill take place. Members are welcomed to attend either ses-sions or the session most relevant to their current situation.

May 10/ Service Member’s Civil Relief Act (Scra): Students

Loans: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Learn how you can pay your loansdown, faster, capping your interest rate, and qualifying foradditional programs all by invoking your rights under SCRA!

May 10, 17, 24 or 31/ Resume Writing & Cover Letter: (Tuesdays), 11 a.m.

- 1 p.m. Join this workshop and learn the basics of writingeffective resumes and cover letters.

May 11/ When I Get Old…A Retirement Story (Webinar):

11:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Receive quick tips to begin and continueretirement planning.

May 11, 18 or 25/ Interviewing: (Wednesdays), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Join this

workshop and learn some tips and techniques for a successfulinterview!

May 12, 19 or 26/ Federal Employment: (Thursdays), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Join this workshop and learn how to navigate USA JOBSwebsite and get your federal job!

May 18/ Harmony On The Homefront (Webinar): 2:30 - 3:30

p.m. Join us for this discussion of Money personalities andbettering financial communication.

May 19/ Smooth Move: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Relocating soon? If so,

learn from the experts on how to PCS smoothly to your newlocation. You do not need orders to attend.

May 23/ Home Buying: 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Join this workshop to

learn the process of buying property. May 24/ Renting Your New Space: 2:30 - 4 p.m. Are you moving

out of the dorm? Attend this financial preparedness class toprepare for the expenses of living off base. This class is rec-ommended for service members moving out of the dorm.

May 25/ Balancing Your Roles As A Partner & Parent: 4 - 5

p.m. Enhance your knowledge on how children can positivelyinfluence your marriage and how the marriage partnership canpositively influence children. This class is based on a lesson

from the book, “10 Great Dates to Energize Your Marriage.”May 26/ Think. Save. Plan.(Part I): 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Join us for

this two-part series of discussing various retirement and sav-ings options.

May 31/ The Anacondas In Life: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Join this

workshop and learn how to defeat the obstacles that hold youback from your dreams and potential.

Notices/ CAPSTONE: Capstone is a congressionally mandated

culminating activity to verify service members have met theirCareer Readiness Standards, as identified on the ServiceMember Career Readiness Standards/ Individual TransitionPlan Checklist, DD Form 2958. The checklist, in conjunctionwith the ITP, will be used by the A&FRC, FFSC, andCommanders (or commander’s designee) to verify status ofCRS completion. To schedule your Capstone appointment,call the Fleet & Family Support Center, Joint BaseCharleston-NWS at 794-7480.

/ VA Benefits Advisors Available for Assistance:Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Benefits Advisors areavailable to assist all Service members, Veterans, and familymembers who may have questions about VA benefits andservices they are eligible to receive. Appointments are avail-able in one hour blocks from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday, and walk-ins are welcome. To schedule anappointment or request more information, please call 843-963-8224 for the Air Base (AB) office and 843-794-4304 forthe Weapons Station (WS) office. For walk-in appointments,please visit the AB office in building 503, room 106 and theWS office in building 708.

To submit a news brief, send an e-mail to [email protected]. Make the subject line "NEWS BRIEFS." Submissions must be received no later than close of business the Friday prior to publication.

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Join Us for a Celebration to Honor the Military. Active, Guard, Reserve, Veterans and Their Families, and the Animals Who Have Served This Great Nation!

Saturday, May 14th at 11:00 am

Special Remarks by Lt. Col. Ralph E. Taylor, Deputy Commander, 628th Mission Support Group

All Are Welcome

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