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June 22, 2023
627th LRS Airmen host 16th Combat Aviation Brigade Soldiers for joint fuels mobility training

During this training, Soldiers with various battalions assigned to the 16th Combat Aviation Brigade were trained by Airmen with the 627th Logistics Readiness Squadron on various methods of refueling aircraft along with how to utilize Air Force equipment that they may encounter in and outside of the
June 21, 2023
America's Airlift Wing gains new commander

The 62d Airlift Wing welcomed their new commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Sergio E. Anaya, at a change of command ceremony at 10 a.m., today, June 21, 2023, at Hangar 9, on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.The presiding official for the ceremony was Maj. Gen. Corey J. Martin, 18th Air Force
June 20, 2023
Team McChord Airmen exercise hearts, minds with Warrior Heart Initiative

Team McChord kicked off June with Warrior Heart, a new initiative that embodies Air Mobility Command commander, Gen. Mike Minihan’s, directive to drive readiness. This keynote event launched the AMC-wide effort and introduced the concept of training your mind to Team McChord.“We hope to impart on
June 20, 2023
62d Medical Squadron welcomes new commander

The 62d Medical Squadron welcomed their new commander, U.S. Air Force Col. Karen Bowman, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 15, 2023.
June 20, 2023
62d Operations Group welcomes new commander

U.S. Air Force Col. Patrick McClintock, right, commander of the 62d Operations Group, assumes command of the 62d OG from Col. David Fazenbaker, 62d Airlift Wing commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 9, 2023. The 62d OG encompasses more than 730
June 12, 2023
4th AS Conducts Local Training Mission

The mission involved alert start procedures, tactical departures and arrivals, instrument procedures, assault landings, and specialized fueling operations. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Kylee Tyus)
June 2, 2023
Back to Blue: The Impact of my Time in Honor Guard

It’s 7:30 a.m. on my first day of honor guard training and I am late. Already, the new trainees are lined up outside preparing for uniform inspection. I drop my stuff, run outside and fall into the eerily quiet line. This is how the McChord Honor Guard experience begins for every new rotation of
June 2, 2023
Look at all those C-17s!

The 62nd Airlift Wing is the active duty wing on McChord Field. The 62nd Airlift Wing is joined by its Reserve partner the 446th Airlift Wing. Together, the two wings fly 40 C-17 Globemaster IIIs to provide combat airlift for America. Joint Base Lewis-McChord also hosts the Western Air Defense
May 31, 2023
Team McChord pilots Joint Professional Military Education Exchange Program with sister services

Professional military education is not a new concept to those who serve. With its location, joint mission, and availability of sister services’ PMEs, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, serves as an impeccable installation to initiate and foster a PME partnership. In October 2021, the 62d Airlift
May 25, 2023
Team McChord prepares for upcoming Air Show with MARE

The MARE tested JBLM’s response to a simulated aircraft crash and ability to collaborate with other first responders and service members on base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kylee Tyus)

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