MSgt Charleston greatly contributed to sustained combat operations of multiple CJSOAC AC-130U gunship, MC-130P Combat Shadow, and MH-53 Pave Low aircraft in direct support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM. He revamped the Squadron Additional Duty Weapons Safety program which ensured all safety regulations were adhered to. He recommended eight approved changes to increase safety and security. He worked closely with 332 AEW Munitions Flight to prepare, inspect, and load nine crates of 105mm high explosive airborne ammunition. He supported Navy CSAR with base movement of munitions ensuring the safe movement of 4,320 countermeasures.

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