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Week in Photos: America's Airfield in action for 2024 NATO Summit
July 18, 2024 — Service members and civilian personnel supported operations for NATO allies and partners arriving at and departing from Joint Base Andrews for the 2024 NATO Summit, July 8-12, 2024. These efforts ensured mission success for the world’s most powerful and enduring alliance during its historic 75th anniversary... MORE

Several different types of aircraft all sit together outside on a flightline

Eight-year-old cancer fighter honored as 35th Pilot for a Day
July 16, 2024 — Clyde Hicks, an eight-year-old from Severna Park, Md., was honored as the Check-6 Foundation’s 35th Pilot for a Day, July 10. Clyde was diagnosed in December with a grade two intramedullary spinal astrocytoma and grade two neuroblastoma, and is currently receiving treatment at Children’s National Hospital, Washington, D.C... MORE

People first: 316th Wing commander, command chief share vision and priorities at first all call
July 15, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevin W. Helms, 316th Wing command chief, addressed the wing during their first all call at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 3... MORE

U.S. Air Force Service Member speaks into a microphone he is holding with his left hand while in front of an American flag.

Savannah Bananas soar over D.C. with the 1st Helicopter Squadron
July 14, 2024 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron partnered with the Savannah Bananas baseball team for an aerial tour around Washington, D.C., July 11. The flight was part of the Savannah Bananas’ pregame presentation showcased to thousands of fans at Nationals Park on July 13, highlighting the squadron's mission and inspiring the next generation of Airmen... MORE

Two individuals, one in a yellow "Savannah Bananas" baseball jersey and the other in military camouflage, are sitting on top of a helicopter. They are both smiling and posing for the camera.

New commander takes helm of 316th Mission Support Group
July 10, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Mindy A. P. Davitch assumed command of the 316th Mission Support Group during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Tuesday... MORE

AW139 helicopter arrives at Joint Base Andrews
July 9, 2024 — The Nuclear Emergency Support Team welcomed the arrival of its new AW139 helicopter at Joint Base Andrews, June 17, enhancing its nuclear emergency response capabilities... MORE

Joint Base Andrews welcomes new 316th Wing and installation commander
July 2, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh assumed command of the 316th Wing and installation during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Tuesday... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, renders his first salute as the new 316th Wing and installation commander

Military Housing Office celebrates new location with ribbon-cutting ceremony
July 2, 2024 — The Military Housing Office celebrated the grand opening of its new location at 1604 California Ave. with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, June 21. The event represents the MHO’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of life for service members and their families with a new, dedicated space... MORE

Two women holding a big pair of scissors, cutting a blue ribbon.

The Courses at Andrews unveils new Toptracer driving range
July 1, 2024 — The Courses at Andrews unveiled its new Toptracer driving range, featuring newly constructed driving range bays and golf ball location-tracking technology, June 26... MORE

Col. Todd E. Randolph and members of the 316th Force Support Squadron cut the ribbon at the Toptracer ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Like fur-ther, like son: A patrol pup story
June 25, 2024 — “SIT!” Beyond the confines of the high fences surrounding the 316th Security Support Squadron K-9 unit lies a challenging obstacle course that tests skill and endurance. It is here that two devoted military working dogs, Ddrax and Rreno, found their calling. Intense training and tasks are all in a day's work for these two pups... MORE

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A security policeman of the 76th Security Police Squadron and military working dog provide security as JordanianAirliner departs with King and Queen Hussein Bin-Talal on Jan. 1, 1980.

JBA honors Security Forces legacy during Police Week

Military police at Andrews have gone by many names over the decades, ranging from Military Police to Air Police, and now Security Forces; but their mission has remained committed to safeguarding the installation and enabling the Air Force mission...

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...