1. Command Information
2. Community Engagement
3. Media Operations

Units may request general public affairs support for education and training, unit-level command information, wing-level official recognition programs, and other events that support mission requirements. Photo and video support are available based on the commander's priorities, operational core tasks, urgency, mission impact, agencies support, and resources available.

To request photo/video/written or other visual information products, please submit a “General PA Support” request through the Public Affairs Productivity portal, or email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.

The Joint Base Lewis-McChord Department of the Army (DA) Photo Studio (formerly the Enterprise Multimedia Center or EMC) is the primary provider for studio photography to JBLM, including U.S. Army personnel and the 62d Airlift Wing. The DA Photo Studio is the primary provider for official full-length studio photography (with white background). The 62d AW/PA does not have the capability to take full-length studio photos. Electronic copies will be provided to the requestor. For official photos, please contact them via the website link here: https://jblmdaphotostudio.setmore.com/

If the DA Photo Studio is unable to provide support, 62 AW/PA may provide studio photography.

Studio Photography is performed by appointment only and available for only U.S. Air Force official portraits as required by AFI, as well as for applications for special duty assignments (5x7 and 8x10 Head & Shoulder). Chain-of-command studio photography will be provided for leadership at the squadron-level (commander, deputy/vice commander, and first sergeant) as well as quarterly and annual award winners at the Wing level and above. Electronic copies will be provided to the requestor.

The Visual Information Services (VIS) office is the primary provider for prints of Chain-of-command photos and official U.S. Air Force portrait photos to the 62d Airlift Wing and the 627th Air Base Group. To receive a print of an official Air Force photo, please contact Mr. Robert Coronado at robert.coronado.3@us.af.mil or (253) 982 – 2271.

To schedule an appointment, please call the 62d AW/PA office at (253) 982-5638, or email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.

Consumer-grade still photo and video equipment are available for self-help use on a first-come, first-served basis.

Submit a "General PA Support" request through Public Affairs Productivity portal, or email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.

Personnel must obtain necessary security and policy review before releasing official imagery, documents, information, or proposed statements outside official government channels.

Submit a "Security & Policy Review" request through Public Affairs Productivity portal, or email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil for more information about self-help equipment.

The 62d Airlift Wing offers free base tours to local civic organizations, high schools, businesses, academic recruitment programs (JROTC/ROTC), youth groups for community outreach, familiarization, and education of the Air and Space Forces, and the Team McChord mission. The 62d AW strives to accommodate tour requests, however, they can be subject to last-minute cancellations due to security, safety, or mission requirements and resource availability.

Tour Itinerary

Public tours of the 62d AW and Team McChord are available to groups of 10 to 40 people on a first-requested, first-served basis. Exceptions to this policy may be granted on a case-by-case basis. The 62d AW strives to accommodate tour requests, however they can be subject to last-minute cancellations due to security, safety, mission requirements and resource availability.

Transportation

Groups should attempt to provide their own transportation. In the event that organizations are not able to do so, Team McChord will make every effort to seek the use of base transportation, however it is not guaranteed. For convenience, groups are highly encouraged to use one bus. Requests to use multiple vehicles or large vans may be granted on a case-by-case basis.

Requesting a Tour

Tour requests must be submitted to the 62d AW/PA office no later than 45 days prior to the date of the tour. The 62d AW/PA office will coordinate with the tour POCs regarding the specific dates and times.

To request a base tour, please complete our Tour Request Form and submit a "Tour Request" through the Public Affairs Productivity portal attaching the form to your submission. You can also email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.

Requests must be submitted at least 60 days before your event to allow time for a legal review and coordination with the units requested.

To request a U.S. Army guest speaker, marching unit, color guard, military equipment display, or military band, from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, please reference the instructions at this webpage: https://home.army.mil/lewis-mcchord/my-Joint-Base-Lewis-Mcchord/all-services/public-affairs/community-relations.

To request a 62d Airlift Wing U.S. Air Force guest speaker, national anthem singer, or other military participant for a local event, please fill out a Request for Armed Services Participation Form and submit a “General PA Support” through the Public Affairs Productivity portal attaching the form to your submission. You can also email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.

To request the McChord Field Honor Guard, please reference this page: https://www.mcchord.af.mil/Units/McChord-Field-Honor-Guard/.

To report noise, smoke, low-flying aircraft, or other disturbance caused by military activity, please reference JBLM’s Noise and Disturbances page: https://home.army.mil/lewis-mcchord/index.php/my-Joint-Base-Lewis-Mcchord/all-services/noise-and-pu….

To report noise, smoke, or other disturbances caused by a C-17 Globemaster III from the 62d Airlift Wing, please submit a “General Inquiry” request through the Public Affairs Productivity portal, or call our office at 253-982-5638. Please include the below information with your inquiry:

1. Your first and last name
2. Contact information and preferred from of contact (email and phone number)
3. Location of the disturbance
4. Date/time of the disturbance
5. The type of weather during the disturbance – Sunny/Cloudy/Rainy/Snow etc.
6. Type of aircraft – Fixed Wing, Helicopter, Cargo jet, Fighter jet etc.
7. Describe the aircraft (size, color, markings)
8. Direction of Travel
9. Any distinguishing landmarks in the area (mountains, bridges, buildings, major interstates/roads)
10. Any property damage (describe)
11. Describe any effects from the noise (woke you from sleep, scared pets/livestock, etc.)

To request aerial support including flyovers or static displays, please visit the Air Force Aerial Events website.

Once you have obtained approval, you may request a C-17 Globemaster III flyover or static display from the 62d Airlift Wing. Requests must include: SAF/PA approval number, date/time, location, detailed support request, anticipated crowd size, and contact information. Obtaining approval does not guarantee the 62d Airlift Wing will be able to support the request.

To request any aircraft from the 62d Airlift Wing, please submit a “General PA Support” request through the Public Affairs Productivity portal, attaching the form to your submission. You can also email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil. A Public Affairs representative will contact you to confirm the request was received and in coordination.

For information on our Honorary Commander Program, please visit this page: https://www.mcchord.af.mil/About-Us/Honorary-Commander-Program/

Local and national media requesting information and/or interview regarding 62d Airlift Wing mission and personnel may contact the Public Affairs office. Outside of business hours, please email 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil. 

Media members visiting Joint Base Lewis-McChord must be escorted by a Public Affairs representative at all times.

For more information on media relations at JBLM, please see this webpage: https://home.army.mil/lewis-mcchord/my-Joint-Base-Lewis-Mcchord/all-services/public-affairs/media-relations.

To submit a request for information from the 62d Airlift Wing Public Affairs Office, please submit a “Public Inquiry” request through the Public Affairs Productivity portal, attaching the form to your submission. You can also email us at 62aw.pa.mail@us.af.mil.