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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.
Sept. 27, 2023
627th SFS tackles Rainier War 23A

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 627th Security Forces Squadron apprehend a subject who simulated a flightline breach during Exercise Rainier War 23A at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 22, 2023. Rainier War is an exercise led by the 62d Airlift Wing designed to evaluate the ability to
Sept. 22, 2023
62d AW conducts aeromedical evacuation training

The 62d Medical Squadron partnered with the 4th Airlift Squadron to conduct aeromedical evacuation training on a C-17 Globemaster III at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Sept. 21, 2023.The exercise was held to familiarize the 62d MDS with the C-17’s capabilities and to identify the loadmaster’s
Sept. 22, 2023
JBLM Airmen, Soldiers exercise joint mobility ops during Rainier War 23A

Joint Base Lewis-McChord U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 4th Airlift Squadron and U.S. Army Soldiers with the Bravo Battery, 1st Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, train on transporting Army assets on a C-17 Globemaster III during Exercise Rainier War 23A at Joint Base Lewis-McChord,

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