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62d Airlift Wing Celebrates 2025 Annual Award Winners

U.S. Air Force Col. John Berger, 62d Airlift Wing Deputy commander, left, Marc Maschhoff, 62d AW Civilian Personnel officer and 2025 62d AW Category III Civilian of the Year, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Mathew Hill, 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Chief Enlisted leader, right, pose for a photo at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, March 6, 2026. Maschhoff is from Washington and leads a 6-member team to develop and execute human capital strategy for over 600 civilians in 54 Total Force Integration units at JBLM and at four geographically separated locations.  “2025 was an incredibly busy and tough year with new and shifting guidance and short-notice, high-priority suspenses,” said Maschhoff. “I’m very grateful to my leadership for recognizing my hard work. As someone who was born and raised in the Air Force, then spent 24 years as an Airlift maintainer, and now as a military spouse and U.S. Air Force civilian, having the opportunity to serve as part of the 62d AW and Team McChord is deeply fulfilling. I’d like to thank my team for tackling all the challenges that come our way, my friends and mentors for their guidance and support, and, most importantly, my husband for always being there for me through everything!” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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62d Airlift Wing Celebrates 2025 Annual Award Winners

U.S. Air Force Col. John Berger, 62d Airlift Wing Deputy commander, left, Senior Airman Diadie Cisse, 62d Comptroller Squadron financial technician and 2025 62d AW Airman of the Year, center, and Chief Master Sgt. Mathew Hill, 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Chief Enlisted leader, right, pose for a photo at Joint Base Lewis McChord, Washington, March 6, 2026. Cisse is from Colorado and provides financial customer service support, processes transactions, and offers advice to all levels of leadership, and to the over 2,000 Airmen stationed at JBLM. “This award represents the trust my coworkers and supervisors show in me and the work we do, and I am grateful for the opportunity,” said Cisse. “I come to work everyday with the belief that I can help other people to the best of my abilities in however little way possible. Whether you win an award or not, I take pride in the fact that what we do helps someone, somewhere. I feel honored.” (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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62d Airlift Wing Celebrates 2025 Annual Award Winners

A portrait of U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Oscar McCartney, 8th Airlift Squadron superintendent and 2025 62d AW Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year, November 7, 2023. McCartney is from Texas and advises the 8th AS commander on issues affecting the health, welfare, morale, training and professional development of 126 aircrew and support personnel across five Air Force Specialty Codes.  “It is an absolute privilege to be recognized alongside so many outstanding leaders who inspire me every day,” said McCartney. ‘“E Pluribus Unum” – Out of many, one. For me, this timeless motto captures my core motivation: God, family, and country. Everything flows from faith, the love and unity of my family, and a deep commitment to serving something greater than myself. None of this would be possible without the unwavering love, sacrifice, and support of my incredible wife and our three wonderful children. They are my foundation and my greatest joy. I also owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to the mentors who have poured wisdom, guidance, and belief into me over the years. Thank you for shaping who I am and for believing in me even when I doubted myself.” (Courtesy Photo)
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62d Airlift Wing Celebrates 2025 Annual Award Winners

A portrait of Eileen Rodriguez, 62d Operations Support Squadron airfield manager and 2025 62d AW Category II Civilian of the Year, February 12, 2014. Rodriguez is from Hawaii and manages 16 military and civilian personnel to support base and transient flight operations overseeing airfield activities to ensure a safe and effective airfield operation. “Receiving this award is truly an honor and a meaningful recognition of the effort, collaboration and commitment that go into the work every day,” said Rodriguez. “It reflects the support and dedication of the team around me. I’m driven by a strong sense of responsibility and a desire to contribute positively to the team and the organization. I take pride in my work, and knowing that my efforts make an impact pushes me to consistently maintain a high level of performance. I’m also inspired by the people I work with across Joint Base Lewis-McChord and our shared commitment to achieving success together. This would not have been possible without the support and dedication of my team.  I want to give a special shoutout to the Airfield Management Operations Section and the Airfield Operations Flight for everything you do day in and day out, 24/7. Your commitment, professionalism and teamwork are what make achievements like this possible.” (Courtesy Photo)
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627th Force Support Squadron hosts Team McChord Deployment Fair

Felicia Parreno-Jefferson, 627th Force Support Squadron Exceptional Family Member Program coordinator, discusses local resources available to military families during a Deployment Fair at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 19, 2026. Organized by the 627th FSS’s Military and Family Readiness team, the event gathered several on- and off- base agencies together in one place to provide critical resources directly to Airmen and their families. The event included not only the EFMP, but the United Service Organization (USO), Military One Source, Blue Star Families, local Chaplains, School and Housing Liaisons, the Red Cross, and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales)
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627th Force Support Squadron hosts Team McChord Deployment Fair

A Military One Source booth sits at a Deployment Fair at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 19, 2026. Organized by the 627th Force Support Squadron’s Military and Family Readiness team, the event gathered several on- and off- base agencies together in one place to provide critical resources directly to Airmen and their families. The event included not only Military One Source, but the United Service Organization (USO), the Exceptional Family Member Program, Blue Star Families, local Chaplains, School and Housing Liaisons, the Red Cross, and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales)
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627th Force Support Squadron hosts Team McChord Deployment Fair

A booth promoting the Exceptional Family Member Program sits at a Deployment Fair at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 19, 2026. Organized by the 627th Force Support Squadron’s Military and Family Readiness team, the event gathered several on- and off- base agencies together in one place to provide critical resources directly to Airmen and their families. The event included not only the EFMP, but the United Service Organization (USO), Military One Source, Blue Star Families, local Chaplains, School and Housing Liaisons, the Red Cross, and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales)
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627th Force Support Squadron hosts Team McChord Deployment Fair

Diana Burr, 627th Force Support Squadron Military and Family Readiness community readiness consultant, provides resources to a military spouse during a Deployment Fair at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 19, 2026. The event gathered several on- and off- base agencies together in one place to provide critical resources directly to Airmen and their families. The event sought to strengthen readiness by informing Airmen of the programs and resources available to them, while ensuring they feel prepared and supported before, during and after a deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales)
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627th Force Support Squadron hosts Team McChord Deployment Fair

A sign advertising a Team McChord Deployment Fair sits at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, March 19, 2026. Organized by the 627th Force Support Squadron’s Military and Family Readiness team, the event gathered several on- and off- base agencies together in one place to provide critical resources directly to Airmen and their families. The event sought to strengthen readiness by informing Airmen of the programs and resources available to them, while ensuring they feel prepared and supported before, during and after a deployment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Blake Gonzales)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

A C-17 Globemaster III from the 62d Airlift Wing takes off during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8. The exercise focused primarily on the rabid launch of eight C-17's. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

Several C-17 Globemaster III's from the 62d Airlift Wing take off in succession during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8. The exercise focused primarily on the rabid launch of eight C-17's. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

A C-17 Globemaster III from the 62d Airlift Wing takes off during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8. The exercise focused primarily on the rabid launch of eight C-17's. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

A C-17 Globemaster III from the 62d Airlift Wing takes off during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8. The exercise focused primarily on the rabid launch of eight C-17's. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

A C-17 Globemaster III prepares to land during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8, 2026. During the exercise the wing rapidly launched eight C-17's from McChord Field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

Two C-17 Globemaster III's assigned to the 62d Airlift Wing prepare to taxi, during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8, 2026. The exercise tested the capabilities of several airlift squadrons at the 62d Airlift Wing and included a personnel deployment function line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

U.S. Air Force Col. Paul Tisa, 8th Airlift Squadron commander, performs preflight checks of a C-17 Globemaster III, during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8, 2026. The exercise tested the capabilities of several airlift squadrons at the 62d Airlift Wing and included a personnel deployment function line. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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KRAKEN REACH 2026

A C-17 Globemaster III from the 62d Airlift Wing prepares to take off during exercise KRAKEN REACH 2026, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Jan. 8, 2026. During the exercise the wing rapidly launched eight C-17's from McChord Field. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Colleen Anthony)
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AMC interim commander emphasizes Airmen, aircraft readiness importance at AFA

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, interim commander of Air Mobility Command, addresses attendees on the state of mobility readiness at the 2026 Air & Space Forces Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, Feb. 24, 2026. Sonkiss focused discussion on fixing the aircraft we currently have in service as we advance Next Generation Airlift, replacing aging strategic airlift platforms. (U.S. Air Force photo by Capt. Christian Little)
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U.S. Airmen and Christchurch Airport personnel load a C-17 Globemaster III in preparation for a flight to McMurdo Station at Christchurch, New Zealand, Feb 8, 2026. Due to seasonal ice conditions in Antarctica, Operation Deep Freeze’s aircraft operations require months of precise planning to ensure the runway and safely support a C-17. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ethan Sherwood)
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U.S. Airmen supporting Operation Deep Freeze take a group photo with Lt. Gen. Rebecca Sonkiss, Air Mobility Command interim commander, at Christchurch, New Zealand, Feb. 4, 2026. Active Duty and Reserve Airmen flew from McChord Field to New Zealand to support the National Science Foundation with cargo and personnel airlift. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Ethan Sherwood)
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