Joint Base Andrews News

Members of the Joint Base Andrews honor guard present colors during the national anthem for a military working dog memorial service at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 11, 2024. The 316th Security Support Squadron, joined by base leadership and community members honored the life and service of Military Working Dog Crock, who passed on March 4th after five years of honorable service to the U.S. Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin Pate)
The unbreakable bond: Remembering Military Working Dog Crock
By 2nd Lt. Jimmy Nguyen | March 15, 2024
The 316th Security Support Squadron, joined by base leadership and community members Monday, honored the life and service of Military Working Dog Crock, who passed on March 4 from medical complications after five years of...

The ScriptCenter machine sits on display during the official ribbon cutting ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 11, 2024. The ScriptCenter serves as a tool to cut down on pharmacy wait times for beneficiaries. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)
316th Medical Group introduces ScriptCenter to Joint Base Andrews
By Senior Airman Daekwon Stith | March 13, 2024
In an effort to enhance the pharmacy experience for beneficiaries, the 316th Medical Group unveiled the new ScriptCenter at the Base Exchange on Monday. Distinguished guests including U.S. Air Force Col. Robert Corby, 316th...

An Oakland Mills High School student tries a drone flying simulator during the annual Aerospace Summit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 6, 2024. The event was held to garner interest in military STEAM-related career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)
Sixth Annual Aerospace Summit: Propelling innovation and exploration
By Senior Airman Daekwon Stith | March 8, 2024
Young innovators from local schools filled the bay area of hangar three Wednesday, for the sixth annual Aerospace Summit.Sponsored by the Patriots Training Technology Center, the summit offered an opportunity for local...

Joint Base Andrews senior leaders and personnel attend the Women’s History Month fireside chat at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 1, 2024. The event’s theme was “Celebrating Women Who Have Made Great Achievements” and honored the role of women in the Department of Defense. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Bridgitte Taylor)
Igniting empowerment with Women's History Month fireside chat
By Senior Airman Bridgitte Taylor | March 4, 2024
In observance of Women’s History Month, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Manpower and Reserve Affairs Gwendolyn Defilippi facilitated a fireside chat focused on opportunities for growth and...

One of two new fire trucks sit on display outside of Fire Station 2 at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 1, 2024. These new trucks replaced fire trucks that were over 30 years old. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)
New wheels steeped in old tradition: Joint Base Andrews fire truck push-in ceremony
By Senior Airman Matthew-John Braman | March 1, 2024
Base leaders and community members gathered at Fire Station 2 for a fire truck push-in ceremony, celebrating the arrival of two new firefighting assets, Friday...