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Oct. 19, 2023
McChord Air Museum keeps installation’s legacy alive

Installations across the military often honor the legacy of those that have paved the way in history by naming bases, streets, and buildings after them.Much like Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, was named after U.S. Army Air Corps Lt. Col. Fredrick I. Eglin, and Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, was
Oct. 19, 2023
JBLM MWR hosts Costume Dash

Joint Base Lewis-McChord's Morale, Welfare, and Recreation office hosts the Costume Dash at Heritage Hill airpark. The Costume Dash had both a 1k and 5k option, a costume contest, prizes and a DJ playing Halloween-themed music.
Oct. 17, 2023
Team McChord gains multidisciplinary health, human performance outreach team

A small, multidisciplinary health and human performance outreach team, composed of musculoskeletal and mental health clinicians, has joined the ranks of Team McChord.This outreach team, better known as an Operational Support Team, was designed by the U.S. Air Force to integrate with high-risk units
Oct. 13, 2023
Making the world a better place: McChord Airmen volunteer to make a difference

According to the Air Force’s Enlisted Core Structure, along with professionalism and proficiency Airmen should have the willingness to serve their community, something that members of Team McChord take to heart.U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Bernadette Jacinto grew up in Saipan of the Northern Mariana
Oct. 13, 2023
627th CES forges multi-capable Airmen with vehicle rodeo

As the sun rose over Mount Rainier, Airmen with the 627th Civil Engineer Squadron fired up their engines in the crisp October air to warm up for the vehicle rodeo.As a squadron consisting of a variety of career specialties, some civil engineers have never touched heavy equipment before, but by the
Oct. 12, 2023
62d AMXS prepares C-17 engine replacement

Maintainers with the 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron and 62d Maintenance Squadron work together to disassemble and remove a damaged engine and replace it with a serviceable one at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Oct. 11, 2023. Aerospace propulsion Airmen are responsible for repairing and
Sept. 29, 2023
From guiding aircraft on the ground to in the air, 62d OSS ATC projects power around the globe

More than 18,000 flights happen here at McChord Field every year. Fog, snow, rain or shine, C-17 Globemaster IIIs are taking to the skies to fulfill the rapid global mobility mission set that America’s Airlift Wing upholds. A huge part of this is thanks to the 62d Operation Support Squadron’s air
Sept. 29, 2023
Help available for DAF Airmen, Guardians, civilians in event of lapse in appropriations

Assistance to reduce potential impacts in the event of a government shutdown on Airmen, Guardians, civilians, and their families is available through various means. Those experiencing financial difficulties should contact their chain of command, who can provide more information on the financial aid
Sept. 27, 2023
4th AS, 627th LRS conduct specialized fueling operations during Rainier War 23A

U.S. Airmen with the 4th Airlift Squadron and 627th Logistics Readiness Squadron conduct specialized fueling operations on a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Rainier War 23A at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, Sept. 25, 2023. Rainier War is an annual exercise led by the 62d Airlift Wing
Sept. 27, 2023
62d AMXS catches, services Rainier War 23A tails

The 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron performs routine maintenance on a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Rainier War 23A at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 26, 2023. The returning jet conducted integrated combat turns at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho, as part of the exercise.

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