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Air Force Academy cadets gain hands-on experience at Team McChord

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Carolyn Mickelson, a pilot with the 7th Airlift Squadron, flies a C-17 Globemaster III during a local flight with cadets from the United States Air Force Academy at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 2, 2024. The cadets joined Mickelson as a part of a job exposure program designed to provide them with practical experience and insights into Air Force careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)
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Air Force Academy cadets gain hands-on experience at Team McChord

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Helena Van Meeteren, a load master with the 7th Airlift Squadron, gives a safety briefing to cadets visiting from the United States Air Force Academy during a local flight at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 2, 2024. Cadet visits like these are essential for bridging the gap between academic training and real-world military operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)
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Air Force Academy cadets gain hands-on experience at Team McChord

U.S. Air Force cadets from the United States Air Force Academy stand in front of a C-17 Globemaster III during their visit to Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 2, 2024. The visit was part of a job exposure program aimed at providing cadets with hands-on experience and insights into various Air Force careers. The program included briefings, tours, and interactions with active duty personnel to help cadets better understand the operational aspects of their future roles. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)
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Air Force Academy cadets gain hands-on experience at Team McChord

U.S. Air Force 1st Lt. Carolyn Mickelson, an aircrew development flight officer with the 7th Airlift Squadron, receives a brief before a local flight with cadets from the United States Air Force Academy at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 2, 2024. The cadets joined Mickelson as a part of a job exposure program designed to provide them with practical experience and insights into Air Force careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Elizabeth Schoubroek)
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7AS Airman nominated for prestigious award

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Gary West, the 7th Airlift Squadron’s senior enlisted leader sits in a C-17 Globemaster III during a training mission at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, in 2024. West has been chosen to be the representative for Air Mobility Command for the prestigious Staff Sgt. Henry E. “Red” Erwin award recognizing his remarkable service within the United States Air Force. From his tireless efforts in improving the quality of life of deployed Airmen to paving the way in the education of Airmen, West’s commitment to excellence has left an indelible mark on those he serves alongside. (courtesy photo)
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7AS Airman nominated for prestigious award

U.S. Air Force, Senior Master Sgt. Gary West, the 7th Airlift Squadron’s senior enlisted leader sits in a C-17 Globemaster III during a training mission at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, in 2024. West has been chosen to be the representative for Air Mobility Command for the prestigious Staff Sgt. Henry E. “Red” Erwin award recognizing his remarkable service within the United States Air Force. From his tireless efforts in improving the quality of life of deployed Airmen to paving the way in the education of Airmen, West’s commitment to excellence has left an indelible mark on those he serves alongside. (courtesy photo)
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7AS Airman nominated for prestigious award

U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Gary West, the 7th Airlift Squadron’s senior enlisted leader, stands in front of a 7th AS logo at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, April 30, 2024. West has been selected to represent Air Mobility Command for the prestigious Staff Sgt. Henry E. “Red” Erwin award recognizing his remarkable service within the United States Air Force. From his tireless efforts in improving the quality of life of deployed Airmen to paving the way in the education of Airmen, West’s commitment to excellence has left an indelible mark on those he serves alongside. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kylee Tyus)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, incoming commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, gives remarks during the change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews of the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, directly supporting numerous U.S. government agencies and international forces in global operations ranging from troop airlift/airdrop to lifesaving medevac and humanitarian/disaster relief. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, incoming commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, gives remarks during the change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews of the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, directly supporting numerous U.S. government agencies and international forces in global operations ranging from troop airlift/airdrop to lifesaving medevac and humanitarian/disaster relief. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Susanne Lonsberry, outgoing commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, gives her final salute during the squadron’s change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews of the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, directly supporting numerous U.S. government agencies and international forces in global operations ranging from troop airlift/airdrop to lifesaving medevac and humanitarian/disaster relief. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Sergio Anaya, left, commander of the 62d Operations Group, Lt. Col. Susanne Lonsberry, center, outgoing commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, and Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, incoming commander of the 7th AS, listen to remarks during the 7th AS change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews of the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, directly supporting numerous U.S. government agencies and international forces in global operations ranging from troop airlift/airdrop to lifesaving medevac and humanitarian/disaster relief. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, prepares to render his first salute to members of the 7th AS during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews with the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft, directly supporting numerous U.S. government agencies and international forces in global operations from humanitarian/disaster relief to troop airlift/airdrop. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zoe Thacker)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, right, commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, assumes command from Col. Sergio Anaya, commander of the 62d Operations Group, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. Aircrews with the 7th AS operate the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft and have an impressive list of firsts; as they operated the first C-17 to land on Antarctic ice and the first C-17 to land in North Korea. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zoe Thacker)
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7th Airlift Squadron welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Sergio Anaya, left, commander of the 62d Operations Group, Lt. Col. Susanne Lonsberry, center, outgoing commander of the 7th Airlift Squadron, and Lt. Col. Brandon Westling, incoming commander of the 7th AS, stand at attention during the 7th AS change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 16, 2022. The 7th AS was McChord's first C-17 squadron and throughout its history, continually accomplished many firsts, including landing the first C-17 on a patch of frozen sea water at McMurdo Station in Antarctica in 1999, and landing the first C-17 in North Korea a few weeks later. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Zoe Thacker)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, wait for takeoff on a C-17 Globemaster III during Battalion Mass Tactical Week, or BMTW, at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. BMTW is a joint exercise between the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army, which gives participants the ability to practice contingency operations in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

U.S. Army paratroopers assigned to the 82nd Airborne Division, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, board on a C-17 Globemaster III during Battalion Mass Tactical Week, or BMTW, at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. BMTW is a joint exercise between the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Army, which gives participants the ability to practice contingency operations in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

Loadmasters assigned to the 8th Airlift Squadron prepare to airdrop cargo from a U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III during Battalion Mass Tactical Week, or BMTW, at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. BMTW is designed to improve interoperability for worldwide crisis, contingency and humanitarian operations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

U.S. Air Force Maj. Courtney Vidt, right, 8th Airlift Squadron pilot, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Brandon Vasey, left, 16th Airlift Squadron pilot, prepare to drop airlift cargo over Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. The U.S. Air Force conducted airdrop operations with the U.S. Army during Battalion Mass Tactical Week, a joint exercise designed to enhance members’ abilities by practicing scenarios in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

U.S. Air Force Maj. Courtney Vidt, right, 8th Airlift Squadron pilot, and U.S. Air Force Capt. Brandon Vasey, left, 16th Airlift Squadron pilot, conduct pre-flight checks prior to takeoff on a C-17 Globemaster III as part of Battalion Mass Tactical Week at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. During mass-tactical week, Army and Air Force units work together to improve interoperability for worldwide crisis, contingency and humanitarian operations.. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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Air Force, Army units train together during BMTW

Four C-17 Globemaster IIIs sit on a flightline at Pope Army Airfield, North Carolina, Jan. 31, 2022. The C-17s are conducting operations for Battalion Mass Tactical Week, which is a joint exercise designed to enhance participants’ abilities by practicing scenarios in a controlled environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Charles Casner)
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