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Aug. 27, 2026

A First in 60 Years: Andrews Stands Up New Helicopter Squadron

Joint Base Andrews activated the 5th Helicopter Squadron Aug. 27, 2026, marking the installation’s first U.S. Air Force helicopter squadron activation in 60 years.  

Aug. 27, 2026

8th annual Order of the Heli at JBA

The 1st Helicopter Squadron held the 8th annual Order of the Heli ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, August 21, 2026.

Aug. 25, 2026

A1C Benjamin Bryant awarded Winnin’ Like a Griffin

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Benjamin Bryant, a UH-1N Huey flight engineer assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron, was recognized for his exceptional performance during a “Winning Like a Griffin” flight, Aug. 21, 2026.

Aug. 23, 2026

Press Release: UH-1N ASSIGNED TO 1 HS CONDUCTS PRECAUTIONARY LANDING

A UH-1N helicopter assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron stationed at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, made a precautionary landing during a routine training flight near Waysons Corner, Maryland, at approximately 3:30 p.m. on August 22.
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