Congratulations on your assignment to Charleston Air Force Base!
Charleston AFB, home of the 437th Airlift Wing, is located about 10 miles from downtown Charleston on approximately 3400 acres of land within the North Charleston city limits. The 437th Airlift Wing is part of the Air Mobility Command (AMC) and is aligned under 21st Air Force at McGuire AFB, NJ.
Our mission is one of the most exciting in the Air Mobility Command and takes us to all parts of the world, sometimes at a moment's notice. Not only are we the command's premier airlift base, we're also the first home of the Air Force's newest airlifter, the C-17 Globemaster III. With the C-17 and C-141 as our primary weapons systems, Team Charleston provides airlift for all services of the Department of Defense and other government agencies worldwide.
The 437th Airlift Wing's rich tradition of excellence includes a close partnership with the 315th Airlift Wing (Reserve Associate). Together, we provide trained people to help accomplish the mission in every work area of the base. We proudly call ourselves "Team Charleston," a concept that has caught on at other bases throughout the Air Force. It means everyone working together - and our team encompasses everyone: active duty, civilians, air reserve technicians, families, retirees and volunteers. Together, we are committed to providing our customers with the quality support they deserve...that is our primary objective.
We're located in the heart of the Lowcountry - the portion of historic South Carolina where pine and oak forests meet with the natural beauty of Intercoastal Waterway marshes and gorgeous barrier island beaches. The greater metropolitan region has a population of 500,000, and we enjoy a great relationship with these Lowcountry civilian communities where we actively participate in many civic, social and cultural events.
The information in this base guide will help to make your stay with us a pleasant one. Another great source of information about Charleston AFB is the Information Superhighway.
Telephone Access: All numbers listed are in the 843 area code, except as indicated.
DSN: 673-xxxx; Commercial: (843) 963-xxxx; Base Operator: x1110; Base Locator: x3282 (0730-1630)/x3806 (after normal duty hours); On-Base: 3-XXXX; Access DSN at Charleston: Dial 94 prefix; Access Commercial phone numbers at Charleston: Dial 99 prefix.
HISTORY
Interest in aviation grew significantly following Charles Lindbergh's solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean in May 1927. The tremendous potential of air travel for commercial and private enterprises created an "air madness" among Charleston officials. This awareness resulted in the city leasing land in 1928 north of the city to build an airfield. In 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a $313,000 Works Progress Administration grant to improve the Charleston Airport. In 1937, the city purchased another 300-plus acres for airport improvements. With United States' entry into World War II on December 8, 1941, Army Air Forces (AAF) units deployed to the airport within several days to establish coastal defense operations. The need to use the airport indefinitely resulted in the city signing a lease with the War Department on March 23, 1942, whereby the AAF gained full control of the facility. It was not until October 22, 1942, that the AAF officially named the airport as Charleston Army Air Base. This designation remained until June 5, 1943, when the base was renamed Charleston Army Air Field.
On June 1, 1953, the Air Force officially named its facility as Charleston Air Force Base. In January 1966, the 437th Military Airlift Wing (redesignated as the 437th Airlift Wing on October 1, 1991) was activated at Charleston Air Force Base and assumed host unit responsibilities from the inactivated 1608th ATW. The 437th has remained the host unit since that time. Since 1952, the base has seen substantial growth. At the end of Fiscal Year 1991, the base's capital assets, valued at more than $430 million, consisted of 6,235 acres with two runways at Charleston Air Force Base and two runways at North Auxiliary Air Field located 60 miles northwest of the base at the town of North, South Carolina.
Charleston AFB: Installation
Installation Overview
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Name : AFROTC Det 765
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POC : The Citadel
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Phone : 843-953-5005/5250
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Web Address : http://www.citadel.edu
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AFROTC Det 765 is a GSU of Charleston AFB.
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Name : AFROTC Det 772
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POC : Charleston Southern University
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Phone : 843-863-7148
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Web Address : http://www.csuniv.edu
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AFROTC Det 772 is a GSU of Charleston AFB.
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Name : Air Force Combat Climatology Center (AFCCC)
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POC : Command Section
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Address : 151 Patton Avenue (Room 120)
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City : Asheville
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State : NC
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Zip : 28801-5002
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Phone : 828-271-4202/4242
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Fax : 828-271-4334
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DSN Phone : 673-9000
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DSN Fax : 673-9024
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Email : jeff.kallas@afccc.af.mil
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Web Address : http://www.afccc.af.mil
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AFCCC is a GSU of Charleston AFB. See GEOGRAPHICALLY SEPARATED OR SATELLITE LOCATIONS Section for additional information.
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Name : Air Force Combat Climatology Center (AFCCC)
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POC : Asheville Chamber of Commerce
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City : Asheville
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State : NC
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Web Address : http://www.ashevillechamber.org
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Name : North Auxiliary Airfield
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POC : Fire Department
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City : North
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State : SC
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Phone : 803-247-2241
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Fax : 843-963-3115
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DSN Phone : 673-3777
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DSN Fax : 673-3115
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Email : jason.grove@charleston.af.mil
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Web Address : http://www.charleston.af.mil/chas/facts/north.htm
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North Field is a GSU of Charleston AFB. See GEOGRAPHICALLY SEPARATED OR SATELLITE LOCATIONS Section for additional information. North Field does not have DSN; above DSN, FAX, and email address is for the Charleston AFB Fire Department.
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