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Members from the Wings of Blue and Wings of Green parachute team, depart a Charleston-based C-17 aircraft during their Spring Break training exercise over the Arizona desert. Citizen Airmen from the 701st Airlift Squadron conducted airdrop training with the Wings of Blue, the U.S. Air Force's parachute team, April 1, 2017 in Phoenix, Ariz. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Bobby Pilch) Wings of Blue train, jump with Turtles
Citizen Airmen from the 701st Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina took to the sky in a C-17 Globemaster III over the Arizona desert early Saturday morning for mission critical training with the U.S. Air Force’s Wings of Blue parachute team.
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(From left) Former 315th Airlift Wing Vice Commander, Maj. Gen. Michael Kim, mobilization assistant to the Air Force Reserve Command commander, officiated over Lt. Col. Rick Davis', 317 Airlift Squadron, with a retirement certificate during his retirement ceremony at Joint Base Charleston, S.C Feb. 12. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tom Brading) C-17 pilot retires after more than 35 years of service
The oldest C-17 pilot in the Air Force retires, whose departure marks the end of a legendary career. With more than 35 years of dedicated service, Lt. Col. Rick Davis, 317th Airlift Squadron aircraft operations officer, retired following an official ceremony Feb. 12, at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina.
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The 315th Airlift Wing received news late last week that one of its members, Senior Master Sgt. George Counts Jr., died in a car crash along with his wife and father. Majors Mike Stratton and Jason Williams along with loadmasters Eric Zilaitis and George Counts, 317th Airlift Squadron Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., maintained the C-17 static display at Ysterplaat Air Force Base, Cape Town South Africa Sept. 21-25. The Africa Aerospace and Defense Exposition was the largest expo of air, land, and sea capabilities on the African continent. (U.S. Air Force file photo) 315th AW family mourns loss of veteran loadmaster
The 315th Airlift Wing received news late last week that one of its members, Senior Master Sgt. George Counts Jr., died in a car crash along with his wife and father. On the evening of Feb. 3 in Barnwell County, South Carolina, Counts’ vehicle was struck head on by another vehicle killing him, his wife Cynthia Counts, and father George Michael Counts, Sr. George Counts, Jr. was chief loadmaster with the 317th Airlift Squadron.
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Actor/comedian Dave Chappelle tells a few jokes and thanks military members at the Charleston Club at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Feb. 2 Chappelle was in town for his stand-up comedy show when he made the visit to see service members and federal civilians at the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tom Brading) Comedian Dave Chappelle visits Joint Base Charleston
Actor/comedian Dave Chappelle took time out of his busy schedule to visit troops at Joint Base Charleston Thursday while he was in Charleston for his stand-up comedy tour.
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An operational evaluation of new synthetic cargo tie downs and winch cables is being conducted at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Nov. 28, 2016. The new tie downs and winch cables will reduce the weight by nearly 1,000 pounds on each C-17 Globemaster III and save the Air Force approximately $4 million annually. (Courtesy photo) JB Charleston test new equipment, saves AF millions
An operational evaluation of new synthetic tie downs and winch cables for the C-17 Globemaster III took place here in November 2016. Tie downs are ropes, cords, straps or chains that secure items during airlift operations; winch cables help adjust the tension on tie downs, securing the load.
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Members of the 315th Operations Group, along with their family and friends, enjoy a visit from Santa Claus Dec. 3, 2016 at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina. The event was part of an annual holiday gathering aimed at boosting morale and family wellness (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathan Lane). Santa delivers joy to 315th Operations Group
Members from the 315th Operations Group, along with their family and friends, received a visit from Santa Claus Dec. 3, 2016 at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina.The joy-filled appearance by
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Attendees of the Yeovilton, England crowd around the 315th Airift Wing's mini C-17 and a Charleston C-17 Globemaster III July 2. This was the mini C-17's first trip across the pond and was a huge hit at Yeovilton Air Day 2016. This is the 315th AWs second time visiting Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, England, and the mighty presence of the mini C-17 helped seal the deal for another “Best Static Display” award. The miniature C-17 has been used all across the United States to promote the Air Force Reserve and bolster recruiting efforts at air shows, parades and other community events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Shane Ellis) Mini C-17’s first trip abroad, big hit at European air show
The 315th Airlift Wing’s mini C-17 made its first trip across the pond June 30 and was a huge hit at Yeovilton Air Day 2016.This is the 315th AWs second time visiting ROYAL Naval Air Station
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A Charleston C-17 Globemaster III and the 315th Airlift Wing's mini C-17 were popular attractions at the Yeovilton Air Day 2016 at Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, England July 2. Nearly 40,000 people crowded into the small British Navy base in order to get peek at aircraft from all over the world. Reservists from the 315th Airlift Wing, participated in the annual air show while also bringing home the show’s top prize, the best static display award. (U.S. Air Force photo by Maj. Wayne Capps) 315th wins best in show at U.K. airshow
As jets thundered overhead, nearly 40,000 people crowded into the small British Navy base in order to get peek at aircraft from all over the world, including a Charleston based C-17.Reservists from
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Members from the Wings of Blue and Wings of Green parachute team, depart a Charleston-based C-17 aircraft during their Spring Break training exercise over the Arizona desert. Citizen Airmen from the 701st Airlift Squadron conducted airdrop training with the Wings of Blue, the U.S. Air Force's parachute team, April 1, 2017 in Phoenix, Ariz. (U.S. Air Force photo by TSgt. Bobby Pilch) Wings of Blue train, jump with Turtles
Citizen Airmen from the 701st Airlift Squadron at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, took to the sky in a C-17 Globemaster III over the Arizona desert early Saturday morning for mission-critical training with the U.S. Air Force’s Wings of Blue parachute team.
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Family, friends and fellow 445th Airlift Wing Airmen welcome home four reservists from the 89th Airlift Squadron at the Dayton International Airport, Dayton, Ohio March 3, 2017. Capts. Nathaniel Kirstein and Paul Kolk, and loadmasters Master Sgt. David White and Staff Sgt. Zachary Webb, were returning from a 45-day deployment in Southwest Asia, supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. While downrange, the crew flew more than 300 combat hours accomplishing 60 plus sorties. They moved more than one million pounds of cargo and passengers throughout the area of responsibility. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Tech. Sgt. Anthony Springer) Ohio AF Reservists return from deployment
Family, friends and fellow 445th Airlift Wing Airmen welcome home four reservists from the 89th
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The 315th Airlift Wing received news late last week that one of its members, Senior Master Sgt. George Counts Jr., died in a car crash along with his wife and father. Majors Mike Stratton and Jason Williams along with loadmasters Eric Zilaitis and George Counts, 317th Airlift Squadron Charleston Air Force Base, S.C., maintained the C-17 static display at Ysterplaat Air Force Base, Cape Town South Africa Sept. 21-25. The Africa Aerospace and Defense Exposition was the largest expo of air, land, and sea capabilities on the African continent. (U.S. Air Force file photo) 315th AW family mourns loss of veteran loadmaster
The 315th Airlift Wing received news late last week that one of its members, Senior Master Sgt. George Counts Jr., died in a car crash along with his wife and father. On the evening of Feb. 3 in Barnwell County, South Carolina, Counts’ vehicle was struck head on by another vehicle killing him, his wife Cynthia Counts, and father George Michael Counts, Sr. George Counts, Jr. was chief loadmaster with the 317th Airlift Squadron.
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Actor/comedian Dave Chappelle tells a few jokes and thanks military members at the Charleston Club at Joint Base Charleston, S.C. Feb. 2 Chappelle was in town for his stand-up comedy show when he made the visit to see service members and federal civilians at the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tom Brading) Comedian Dave Chappelle visits Joint Base Charleston
Actor/comedian Dave Chappelle took time out of his busy schedule to visit troops at Joint Base Charleston Thursday while he was in Charleston for his stand-up comedy tour.
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Attendees of the Yeovilton, England crowd around the 315th Airift Wing's mini C-17 and a Charleston C-17 Globemaster III July 2. This was the mini C-17's first trip across the pond and was a huge hit at Yeovilton Air Day 2016. This is the 315th AWs second time visiting Royal Naval Air Station Yeovilton, England, and the mighty presence of the mini C-17 helped seal the deal for another “Best Static Display” award. The miniature C-17 has been used all across the United States to promote the Air Force Reserve and bolster recruiting efforts at air shows, parades and other community events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Master Sgt. Shane Ellis) Mini C-17’s first trip abroad, big hit at European air show
The 315th Airlift Wing’s mini C-17 made its first trip across the pond June 30 and was a huge hit at
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