Dec. 17, 2009 Squadron commander: resolve to challenge yourself The New Year presents each of us with new challenges. Every January, we feel compelled to make resolutions that have a positive impact on our own life and the lives of others. The word resolution comes from the word resolute (Latin) meaning "firm, unyielding, determined." The implication is these
Dec. 17, 2009 Chaplain reflects, reminds of holiday sacrifices It was 0400, Christmas Eve, Bagram Airfield. I was asleep in my b-hut when the cell phone buzzed. The Chief on the line alerted me "Chaplain, come to the Air Tactical Operations Center. Bring the First Sergeant."I got up from my bunk and made my way through the maze of alleys to the stairs that lead
Dec. 16, 2009 Charleston civic leaders take flight Local civic leaders had the opportunity to take part in a training flight with the 315th Airlift Wing on Dec. 16, 2009. Many of the civic leaders are also employers of 315 AW Reservists. The civic leader flight program is just one of the many community outreach efforts the 315th AW carries out each
Dec. 15, 2009 Seeing Through the Trees The ability to tune out is an important yet often overlooked skill that we as Airmen need to possess these days. As the Air Force molds itself into a more virtual force we need to make a conscious effort to see through the technological trees that make our lives much easier. These advances can make
Dec. 14, 2009 Two in a row: Team Charleston wins second consecutive Daedalian Trophy The 437th and the 315th Airlift Wing Maintenance Groups have distinguished themselves by being awarded the 2009 Daedalian Weapon System Maintenance Trophy for the second year in a row. The Daedalian Trophy is an annual award given to the best maintenance groups in the Air Force. Team Charleston will
Dec. 9, 2009 Gliding back in time Members of the 317th Airlift Squadron, Charleston Air Force Base, S.C. had a lesson in history on a recent mission when they helped bring back a living piece of it for the National Museum of the Air Force in Dayton, Ohio on Dec. 9, 2009.In post World War I German pilots were not allowed to fly
Dec. 8, 2009 Wing says goodbye to Maintenance Group Commander Colonel James Joyce, 315th Airlift Wing Maintenance Group commander is presented with his retirement certificate from Col. Steven Chapman during a retirement ceremony held on Saturday. Col. Joyce served his country honorably for nearly 40-years. A new MXG commander will officially take command on
Dec. 7, 2009 Team Charleston spouses sending deployed personnel a taste of home Spouses from Team Charleston are holding an on-base cookie drive Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2009 with the purpose of sending cookies to deployed troops in Iraq and Afghanistan. Military spouses will be on-hand from 8 a.m. - noon at the Passenger Terminal located on Charleston Air Force Base."The cookie drive
Dec. 4, 2009 Commander reflects on first six months on the job It has been over six months since Janet and I arrived at Charleston AFB and the 315 AW; rest assure, we love it! We were welcomed with open arms and a long list of recommended restaurants; needless to say I've stepped up my Fit-to-Fight activities. Janet and I thank everyone for such a warm
Dec. 2, 2009 AFRC commander sends holiday wishes As we enter the holiday season and prepare for the new year, I want to thank you, your families and your employers for the many sacrifices made this year for our great nation.The holidays provide all of us an opportunity to thank our friends and families for their support throughout the year. To the