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  • 62d AW showcases Global Airlift Power during nine-ship departure

    The 62d Airlift Wing executes a nine-ship C-17 Globemaster III formation from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., Jan. 8, 2025. The exercise demonstrated the wing's rapid global mobility capabilities, including precise airdrop operations and synchronized departures, highlighting the readiness and skill

  • Mission control: The critical work of SARM

    The precision of U.S. Air Force aircrew and aircraft coordination is crucial for the success of any flight mission, and at the heart of that process are squadron aviation resource managers. Often working behind the scenes, SARM personnel ensure every detail aligns perfectly to keep the global

  • Inspiring the next generation: Team McChord hosts CAP cadets

    The 62d Airlift Wing hosted a tour for Washington Civil Air Patrol cadets at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Nov. 23, 2024. CAP is the civilian auxiliary of the United States Air Force and a congressionally chartered nonprofit organization that operates under three missions: Aerospace

  • Global reach starts here: 62d MXG Airmen keep the mission moving forward

    U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 62d Maintenance Squadron and the 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron perform various maintenance tasks at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, Nov. 20, 2024. Crew chiefs ensure aircraft are maintained, safe, operational and ready to fly at a moment’s notice. Maintenance

  • Sharpest in the Business: Lead Planners from the 7AS ready for OKR

    Planners from the 7th Airlift Squadron are gearing up to lead Team McChord execution of a Combined and Joint exercise throughout the Indo-Pacific called Operation KENNY’S RETURN. Operation KENNEY’S RETURN was created by the 62d Airlift Wing, named after World War II Air Force Gen. George C. Kenney,

  • The 62d AW prepares for OKR Explodeo!

    The 62d Airlift Wing is preparing and developing a joint and coalition exercise in the Indo-Pacific area of operations named Operation KENNY’S RETURN.  The foundation of any successful operation is the people who perform maintenance and support functions, and OKR is no different. Months of careful

  • 62d AW to demonstrate maintenance capabilities for Pacific exercise

    Team McChord Airmen will join forces Aug. 19-29 to become the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron to conduct and execute maintenance capabilities with joint and coalition allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility during Operation KENNY’S RETURN.The 62d Airlift Wing is

  • Jack of all trades: 62d AMXS crew chiefs propel the global airlift mission

    U.S. Air Force Airmen perform pre-flight checks at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 29, 2024. Crew chiefs from the 62d Aircraft Maintenance Squadron are responsible for many tasks including aircraft maintenance, inspections, repairs, and marshalling aircraft departing and arriving.

  • Team McChord to participate in OKR, demonstrate agile combat employment

    Squadrons from across Team McChord will participate in Operation KENNEY’S RETURN Aug. 19-29, in Australia.The operation is named after Air Force General George C. Kenney who directed the successful air war in the Southwest Pacific during the long haul from Australia to the Philippines over a period

  • Behind the radar: 62d OSS ATC ensures safety in the skies

    U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jacob Welty, 62d Operations Support Squadron air traffic controller, describes his experience in the ATC career field at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, July 23, 2024. ATC Airmen manage the flow of air traffic, guide pilots during takeoff and landing and monitor