Charleston AFB is home of the Air Force's newest airlifter, the C-17 Globemaster III, whose mission is one of the most exciting in Air Mobility Command. Often at a moment's notice food, medical and other critical supplies are provided on a daily basis in support of our troops around the world. The Charleston AFB Exchange becomes readily involved, when required, in support of these missions and we are proud to be included in the concept of "Team Charleston" working together.

If you have any questions, please use the Exchange Customer Comment Box located in all our facilities. Better yet, ask to speak to the manager - there is one in each retail store, snack bar, Shoppette, Theater and concession activity. You will receive a courteous and prompt reply.

We appreciate your patronage and consider the Military and their families to be the best Customers in the world! We are focused on our Customer and welcome you to provide comments to me (pattond@aafes.com) and I look forward to hearing from you.

Dennis H. Patton
General Manager

Facility / Services Information:

The Base Exchange is a mall-type facility complete with a large retail store, concession mall, and food court. It is located on the corner of O'Neal and Lawson Dr. just inside the Dorchester Road gate. Located adjacent to the BX is the Shoppette / Class Six which is a convenience store complete with snack, soft drinks and convenience items, as well as gasoline, video rental and a full line of alcoholic beverages. The Military Clothing Sales Store, located at the corner of Simpson and Graves Drive is headquarters for all your military uniform needs. Located just down the street from the MCSS, on the corner of Simpson and Graves is the Burger King - stop by and get your "Burgers Worth". For evening entertainment on Friday and Saturday evenings, attend a show at the Base Theater located in Bldg. 219. For the movie schedule call 963-3333.

For Your Information:

• You may use the Exchange credit card "Military Star Card" or other major credit cards including Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express at all our retail stores and most of our concession operations. You may apply for a Military Star card, a good way to enjoy your purchase while paying over time at a low competitive interest rate, at the Charleston AFB Main BX.

• Your Exchange operates on funds generated through sales of merchandise and services, not on tax dollars. Profits and earnings go directly back to our customers through contributions to the Charleston AFB Morale, Welfare and Recreation fund. We expect to contribute $400,000 to MWR facilities such as Ball fields, gyms, swimming pools, clubs, child care and other recreational areas. MWR Dividend contributions for 2006 were: $464,270.

• Civilians are welcome at all Charleston AFB Exchange Food facilities when on Base.

• All Guardsmen, Reservists and their families are authorized full, unlimited privileges in all AAFES (BX) facilities on Charleston AFB and the rest of the United States, by simply showing their proper identification.

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updated: 12/11/07