Joint Base Andrews News

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Matthew Trissel, 1st Helicopter Squadron mission control operations superintendent, signs the heritage display for the squadron’s 80th anniversary event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 11, 2024. The unit was originally established as the 1st Fighter Squadron in April 1944. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)
Celebrating 80 years of the 1st Helicopter Squadron: A legacy of valor and dedication
By Senior Airman Daekwon Stith | April 15, 2024
The 1st Helicopter Squadron commemorated its 80th anniversary with other Airmen across the installation on Thursday at the Helicopter Operations Facility.  Since its inception, the squadron has undergone various name changes...

U.S. Air Force Col. Todd E. Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, gives the opening remarks at the third annual Joint Base Andrews State of the Base Address, April 10, 2024. JBA and local leadership spoke about accomplishments over the last year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman)
Joint Base Andrews hosts third annual State of the Base Address
By Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman | April 12, 2024
Leaders from federal, state, and local levels gathered here Wednesday for the installation’s third annual State of the Base Address. This event served as a pivotal platform for military commanders and civic leaders to discuss...

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Chiquita McKenzie, 99th Airlift Squadron aviation resource manager flight chief, watches the solar eclipse with her son Major at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 8, 2024. The last total solar eclipse visible from North America was in 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)
Solar eclipse captivates base community
By Staff Sgt. Alex Broome | April 11, 2024
Service members and families across Joint Base Andrews observed the solar eclipse over the National Capital Region, Monday...

Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, speaks at the Space Force Chief Master Sergeant and Senior Master Sergeant Orientation Course at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 3, 2024. Black spoke about the new leaders’ roles, responsibilities and the future of warfighting. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)
Top enlisted service member prepares senior enlisted Guardians for the future
By Senior Airman Austin Pate | April 4, 2024
The Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, met with newly-selected senior noncommissioned officers at the U.S. Space Force Chief Master Sergeant and Senior Master Sergeant...

A video thumbnail featuring a silhouette a female service member, standing confidently in the foreground, against a dramatic sky with the sun low on the horizon behind them. They are seemingly overseeing a group of service members in the background who are engaged in a physical training activity. The setting has an early morning feel, with the sunlight casting long shadows on the ground. The composition suggests themes of leadership, fitness, and discipline within a military context.
Celebrating Women's History
By Staff Sgt. Isaac March | March 30, 2024
During Women’s History Month, Joint Base Andrews celebrates the extraordinary contributions of female service members in a special video feature highlighting the achievements and stories of Master Sgt. Michelle Casey, 89th...