“It will not fly without an engineer’s seat”

COMMENTARY -- May 5-6 marked the final flights of the C-141 and the turnover of the last flying C-141 to the Air Force Museum. Nearly 1,300 people showed up for the grand old lady’s finale. There were approximately 1,000 former C-141 crewmembers in attendance with almost two million flying hours

Fallen heroes given last honors

While being deployed in Southwest Asia, I had the occasion to be part of human remains ceremonies several times a week. When a soldier, sailor or airman is killed in Iraq or Afghanistan, they bring the body and personal effects here before sending them back to the states. When the plane arrives, all

American Independence -- Celebrate with confidence in mission

So often when Independence Day comes about we tend to look at the past heroes of freedom. Today I urge you to take a look at yourself as you are a reflection of the patriots who have gone before us. The on-going accomplishments of the members of this wing and Team Charleston are a witness to a

New coat for new beginning -- C-141 gets historical paint job

Bringing science to life -- Aerial porter gives real-world demonstrations to area schools

A technical sergeant from the 81st Aerial Port Squadron is helping bring science to South Carolina middle school kids. Tech. Sgt. Thomas Mabe, 81st APS cargo section, goes to Spartanburg county schools to give the children hands-on demonstrations of the science lessons they are studying in

Helping the homeless: 315th volunteers time, tents

Experts say on any given night in the tricounty area there are 1,500 homeless people. The 315th Airlift Wing joined with the community and pooled its resources to meet the needs of at least some of these less fortunate. Twelve 315th members volunteered to set up distribution tents for the 7th Annual

300th loadmaster gives back to community, wins award

For Master Sgt. Timothy Potter, 300th Airlift Squadron, community service is in his blood. “My dad made in very clear that helping people is important,” said Sergeant Potter, who was recognized for his service by being named the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce Air Force Reservist of the

Believe in yourself no matter what -- Learning from bumblebee can help you achieve goals

One of the most common elements you hear about in any self help or management literature is the power of setting goals. We’re told to set long term goals, short term goals, daily goals, monthly goals, personal goals, organizational goals, ten-year goals and lifetime goals. It can be a little

'Spirit of Berlin' a hit with Berlin Air Show spectators

The “Spirit of Berlin” proved a big hit at the 2006 Berlin Air Show. When spectators entered the C-17 Globemaster III through the crew entry door, the typical reaction was to stop, stare in awe and exclaim in wonder at the cavernous interior. “You got that all day, every day,” said Tech. Sgt. Don

Welcome home -- Troops return from deployment