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  • Team McChord executes OKR deployment

    The 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron explodes into the Indo-Pacific theatre during Operation KENNY’S RETURN. On August 19, 2024, aircrews, personnel, equipment, loaded onto four aircraft before launching out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, heading out to execute air mobility operations

  • JB Charleston weathers Tropical Storm Debby out at JBLM

    As news of Tropical Storm Debby’s imminent landfall began to reach the 62d Airlift Wing’s Airfield Management Office, Team McChord prepared the flightline for incoming C-17 Globemaster III aircraft evacuating in preparation for the storm.  The 437th Airlift Wing from Joint Base Charleston, South

  • JBLM Chaplain Corps celebrates dual anniversaries

    U.S. Air Force and Army chaplains provide remarks and socialize with attendees during a joint celebratory anniversary picnic at Tall Firs Pavilion, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, August 1, 2024. The U.S. Air Force and Army came together to celebrate the Air Force Chaplain Corps’ 75th

  • JBLM Airmen, Soldiers prepare equipment for OKR

    U.S. service members and volunteers prepare and clean equipment for an upcoming agile combat exercise, Operation KENNY’S RETURN, at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, August 2, 2024. The 62d Airlift Wing will combine with various units to form the 7th Expeditionary Airlift Squadron for the

  • 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

  • McChord’s newest little pilot

    The annual McChord “Pilot for a Day” program provides a child with a catastrophic disease the opportunity to live out their life-long dream of joining the ranks of steadfast Airmen before them in becoming a pilot. Additionally, these courageous youths have the opportunity to share these exciting and

  • A day in the life of a Cable Dawg

    U.S. Air Force cable and antenna technicians, known as "Cable Dawgs," perform routine maintenance on communication lines at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 22, 2024. The technicians daily responsibilities include installing, maintaining, and repairing communication cables and antenna

  • Team McChord hosts Bonney Lake High School JROTC

    Bonney Lake High School Junior ROTC students toured a C-17 Globemaster III and met Airmen with the 62d Airlift Wing and 627th Security Forces Squadron at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, June 4, 2024. The students were introduced to various career fields to experience the rapid global mobility

  • Team McChord hosts Spanaway Middle School tour

    Spanaway Middle School students toured a C-17 Globemaster III and various locations around Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 14, 2024. The students met with 62d Airlift Wing Airmen and were introduced to various aviation career fields to experience the rapid global mobility mission

  • JBLM celebrates Armed Forces Day 2024

    Team McChord opened their doors to the public for a day of live music, food, vendors, war reenactments, and military aircraft and vehicle displays at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, May 18, 2024.