Charleston AFB Base Guide

FacebookXPinterestEmailEmailEmailShare
A C-17 Globemaster III prepares to take off from the flightline during preparations for Hurricane Ian at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 28, 2022.
A C-17 Globemaster III prepares to take off from the flightline during preparations for Hurricane Ian at Joint Base Charleston, South Carolina, Sept. 28, 2022. The base routinely relocates aircraft prior to extreme weather conditions in order to continue the rapid global mobility mission and to avoid potential damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christian Silvera)

 

The Air Force officially named its facility as Charleston Air Force Base in June 1953. On 1 October 2010 the Naval Weapons Station combined with Charleston AFB to become Joint Base Charleston.

JB Charleston (AB) is located about 10 miles from downtown Charleston, South Carolina, on approximately 3,400 acres of land. With a rich military history and a moderate cost of living, the area has attracted many military retirees that now call the Lowcountry home.

Important Contacts

More Base Help

NFCU Locations

Find Navy Federal Branches and ATMs in your area