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JBA defenders hone skills at Quantico
September 14, 2017 — Staff Sgt. Austin Ward, 811th Security Forces Squadron team leader, prepares a land navigation route for 11th Security Forces Group members during a training exercise at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., Aug. 28, 2017. During the exercise, defenders practiced skills in urban operations, dismounted operations, troop leading procedures, tactical... MORE

AFRH: Happy 70th Birthday U.S. Air Force!
September 14, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews members and veterans celebrated the 70th anniversary of the U.S. Air Force at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Washington, D.C., Sept. 7... MORE

JBA Highlights STEM at Air Show
September 12, 2017 — Sept. 15-17, the Air Force will celebrate its 70th birthday with the 2017 Joint Base Andrews Air Show: America’s Air & Space Demo. ... MORE

America's Airmen honor first responders
September 11, 2017 — A group procession of first responders walk toward the SunTrust Center in Richmond, Va., during the 2017 Richmond 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb, Sept. 10, 2017. A group comprised of Joint Base Andrews first responders and base leadership joined with hundreds of state and local community members to honor and remember New York Fire Department... MORE

A group procession of first responders walk toward the SunTrust Center in Richmond, Va

JBA remembers 9/11
September 11, 2017 — Members of Joint Base Andrews and their families paid their respects during Patriot Day with a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Heritage Park on base, Md., Sept. 11, 2017. This year marks the 16th anniversary of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, a day still fresh in the minds of service members stationed in the area at the time. Dean Markos, 11th Wing... MORE

ANG and Reserve join forces to outrun Hurricane Irma
September 10, 2017 — Although not faced directly with Hurricane Irma’s dangerous effects, Airmen with the 459th Air Refueling Wing here had a positive impact on their National Guard counterparts who were in the storm’s path.Prior to the monthly unit training assembly weekend, aircraft maintainers from the 459th ARW were preparing three of its KC-135R Stratotanker... MORE

Members of the 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard, stand on the flight line in front of a 459th Air Refueling Wing KC-135 Stratotanker at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 9, 2017. Aircrews from the 459th ARW picked up the guardsmen at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, earlier in the day due to the threat of Hurricane Irma. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Brent A. Skeen)

Thunderbirds fly over FedEx Field
September 10, 2017 — The Air Force Thunderbirds fly over FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Sept. 10, 2017. The flyover was performed before the start of the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Redskins game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott/Released) MORE

Air Force Thunderbirds coming to JBA Air Show
September 8, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds are scheduled to perform in the upcoming Joint Base Andrews Air Show, Sept. 15-17. Flying six F-16 Fighting Falcons, the team performs precise aerial maneuvers demonstrating the capabilities of Air Force high performance aircraft to people throughout the world... MORE

U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform during the rehearsal day prior to the 2015 Andrews Air Show at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 18, 2015. The Thunderbirds will be the headlining performers for the 2015 AAS on Sept. 19, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

The 2017 Joint Base Andrews Air Show: America’s Air & Space Expo
September 7, 2017 — After a one year hiatus, the Joint Base Andrews Air Show: America’s Air & Space Expo, is returning Sept. 15 to 17 as a way to build upon the longstanding relationship between JBA members and the local community... MORE

Saying goodbye to C-20 aircraft
August 31, 2017 — A 99th Airlift Squadron C-20 aircraft, tail number 60206, is parked on the flightline during its retirement ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 30, 2017. The aircraft came into service at JBA in 1983 and is now retiring from the Air Force after 34 years of service. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez) MORE

Suicide prevention month: stopping suicide is everyone’s battle
August 31, 2017 — September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time for Americans to build awareness and help understand suicide in our culture. More than 40,000 Americans lose their life due to suicide each year and research shows that rates in the military and the general population are very close. The loss of any one person to suicide is a tragedy, and that is why... MORE

Redskins, JBA team up
August 29, 2017 — Kirk Cousins and Fish Smithson, Washington Redskins football players, run a play during a walk-through practice at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 26, 2017. Hundreds of base community members lined the field while the Redskins players and coaches conducted plays and drills. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott) MORE

Rock Solid Warrior: Nataja Briggs
August 29, 2017 — SOUTHWEST ASIA -- This week’s Rock Solid Warrior is Staff Sgt. Nataja Briggs, the knowledge operations NCOIC with the 386th Expeditionary Communications Squadron, deployed from Joint Base Andrews, Md. The Rock Solid Warrior program is a way to recognize and spotlight the Airmen of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing for their positive impact and... MORE

This week’s Rock Solid Warrior is Staff Sgt. Nataja Briggs, the knowledge operations NCOIC with the 386th Expeditionary Communications Squadron, deployed from Joint Base Andrews, Md. The Rock Solid Warrior program is a way to recognize and spotlight the Airmen of the 386th Air Expeditionary Wing for their positive impact and commitment to the mission.

Back-to-School Brigade supplies Team Andrews
August 25, 2017 — Backpacks are display during the Operation Home Front Back-to-School Brigade at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Aug. 25, 2017. Operation Home Front, a nonprofit organization, partnered with local businesses and community members to donate school supplies to military families. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott) MORE

Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Labor Day and Family Day closure
August 25, 2017 — Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center will be closed for a Family Day on Friday, Sept. 1 and for observance of Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 4.There will be no scheduled appointments, pharmacy or laboratory services.Prescription refills requested before noon on Aug. 31 will be available for pickup after noon on Sept. 5.Prescription refills... MORE

NCR home to USSSA Military World Series champions
August 23, 2017 — Approximately 20 women from various U.S. Military branches and dependents from the National Capital Region, who make up the Lady Not Forgotten softball team, brought back the title from the annual U.S. Special Sports Association Military World Series in Augusta, Ga., Aug. 14. The team played in several tournaments, both civilian and military, and... MORE

A U.S. Special Sports Association Military World Series ring rests in a glove on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2017. Approximately 20 women from the National Capital Region who make up the Lady Not Forgotten softball team brought back the winning title from the tournament held every year in August in Augusta, Ga., Aug. 14.

JBA hosts EFMP summer camp
August 23, 2017 — A five-day summer camp is underway at Joint Base Andrews, Md., from Aug. 21-25 providing an exceptional group of children with an opportunity to learn, socialize and have fun... MORE

Sunshine, swim and safety with JBA youth
August 14, 2017 — Swimming is enjoyed by many children during hot summer days. For parents, water safety is paramount. Due to the popularity and hazards of this activity, the Joint Base Andrews Youth Center and ZAC Foundation teamed up to host a four-day ZAC Camp for 107 children, ages five to nine, at JBA, Aug. 8-11. This is the second year in a row the camp was... MORE

Maj. Jennifer Stewart, 11th Force Support Squadron operations officer, speaks to swim safety camp attendees.

Media Release: Joint Base Andrews Air Show
August 14, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews is holding an air show free to the public featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds and entertainment for all ages Sept. 16 and 17, 2017.Aerial demonstration acts include the Golden Knights, F-22 Demo Team, Geico Skytypers and more.A variety of presentations from military services and other organizations will be present... MORE

Exercise preps JBA for Air Show
August 14, 2017 — A major accident response exercise was conducted Aug. 10 and 11, in preparation for the upcoming 2017 Joint Base Andrews Air Show America’s Air and Space Expo, Sept. 16 and 17.The exercise evaluated the response of base emergency personnel in the case of a mass casualty incident. The exercise is the installation's way of evaluating effectiveness,... MORE

Viewing the Solar Eclipse: 5 Things to Know
August 14, 2017 — A perfect lineup of the sun, moon and Earth will be visible across North America for the first time in 38 years on Monday, Aug. 21, 2017. One of the grandest and most fleeting natural spectacles known to humanity, this total solar eclipse is predicted to be the most viewed ever. Here are five things for Airmen and families to know for a safe... MORE

11th Medical Group volunteer opportunities available
August 14, 2017 — The Base Retiree Activities Volunteer Office is an organization of retired military and their family members who provide volunteer support for Air Force base functions. At the 11th Medical Group, more than 50 BRAVO volunteers assist in numerous clinics, the information desk, and pharmacy. The clinic is always looking for new BRAVO volunteers and... MORE

Ms. Marjorie Dixson, left, Mr. Ron Liljedahl, center, and Ms. Bettye Wray are volunteers at Malcolm Grow Medical Clinic and Surgery Center. They work at the main information desk in building 1060, helping to direct patients to clinics and answering questions.

Refueling mission linchpin in allied training
August 10, 2017 — It was a clear August morning on the Joint Base Andrews airfield when crews with the 459th Air Refueling Wing geared up for a flying mission almost a year in the making. As early light streamed into the dimly lit cockpit of one of the Wing’s eight KC-135R Stratotankers, pilots and boom operators went over preflight checklists, while maintainers... MORE

Technical Sgt. Steve Hood, 756th Air Refueling Squadron boom operator, refuels a 175th Wing Maryland Air National Guard A-10C Thunderbolt II.

Air Force Military Treatment Facilities pilot medical readiness
August 10, 2017 — Air Force Medicine has a non-stop global readiness mission. Medical Airmen must be prepared to deploy on short notice to provide life-saving and performance-enhancing healthcare in diverse, austere, and isolated locations, and all Airmen must be medically ready to deploy. To achieve this readiness mission, the Air Force Medical Service operates 76... MORE

VBS: Building 'A Mighty Fortress'
August 9, 2017 — Tiffany Teichert, Vacation Bible School volunteer, hugs VBS children during a camp event on Joint Base Andrews, Md. Aug. 4, 2017. The annual summer chapel program gives teenagers the chance to mentor young kids as they learn Christian beliefs. This year's VBS theme was "A Mighty Fortress." (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott) MORE

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