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UH-1N precautionary landing - Initial Release
August 29, 2016 — A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron based at Joint Base Andrews,... MORE

Rape Aggression Defense class empowers
August 26, 2016 — The sound of “no” being yelled forcefully resonates through the small room where eight women stand in a circle. An instructor tells them to relax before repeating the command. Two additional instructors observe and make slight adjustments to some of the women’s stances. ... MORE

Senior Airman Emily Pearce, 11th Security Forces Squadron response force leader, delivers a kick to a bag held by Staff Sgt. Shandralekha Carlos, 11th Wing Commander's Action Group NCO in charge, during a Rape Aggression Defense class at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 20, 2016. The R.A.D. class is a self-defense program teaching basic self-defense tactice and avoidance techniques for risk factors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)

Redskins and JBA Team up for Preseason Walk-through
August 26, 2016 — The Washington Redskins held a walk-through practice at the West Fitness Center’s field on Joint... MORE

Chief Petty Officer Kenneth Zumwalt, Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Detachment Washington administration lead, poses for a selfie with DeAngelo Hall, Washington Redskins safety, at the West Fitness Center’s field on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 25, 2016. The practice was followed by an autograph meet and greet with fans as a way for the Redskins to show their appreciation for the men and women in the armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

USAF Drill Team performs at Chicago Air and Water Show
August 23, 2016 — The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed at the 58th Annual Chicago Air and... MORE

Staff Sgt. Alexander Wilson, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team member, shows his M1-Garand rifle to the crowd after a four-man performance during the 58th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show on the shoreline of Lake Michigan in Chicago Aug. 21, 2016. The show’s headliners were the USAF Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights and the U.S. Navy Leap Frogs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan J. Sonnier)

Run, Hide, Fight
August 19, 2016 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md.-Run if you can. Hide if you can't. Fight if you must.Three important... MORE

Staff Sgt. Courtney Corral, 11th Security Support Squadron training instructor, briefs members of Joint Base Andrews, Md., during active shooter training at the Jacob E. Smart Building on base, Aug. 17, 2016. The training, held by the 11th SSPTS, instructed attendees on how to react during an active shooter incident in specific office locations. Attendees also had the opportunity to implement the training they learned during an active shooter drill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)

JBA Youth Learn Swim Safety
August 19, 2016 — Youth participate in swim safety awareness event at the base pool on Joint Base Andrews, Md, Aug... MORE

Bobby Broome, swim safety instructor, introduces himself to a youth participant in a swim camp event at the base pool on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2016. Over 50 children attended the event where they learned basic swimming skills and pool safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Blood drive held at West Fitness Center
August 18, 2016 — Members of Joint Base Andrews, Md., donated blood to the Armed Services Blood program at the West... MORE

Members of Joint Base Andrews donate blood during a drive for the Armed Services Blood Program at the West Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2016. The ASBP collected blood donations that will be shipped into theater and to medical treatment facilities around the National Capital Region.

ADAPT offers active-duty Airmen a way to recover
August 16, 2016 — Alcohol or substance abuse can negatively affect personal and professional relationships.The first... MORE

The Alcohol Drug Abuse Prevention Treatment program promotes readiness, health, and wellness through the prevention and treatment of alcohol and substance misuse and abuse.

First Responders put to the test
August 12, 2016 — Victims lay everywhere as first responders rush to the scene. Sirens wail in the distance as... MORE

Staff Sgt. Thomas Burton, 11th Security Forces Group response force leader, assists Staff Sgt. Tim Cobbel, 11th Wing paralegal, who acts as an aircraft crash victim for the Major Accident Response Exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 11, 2016. The MARE is an annual training requirement for a base to test its readiness and response capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Joshua R. M. Dewberry)

11th WG leadership visit USAF Band and Honor Guard
August 12, 2016 — 11th Wing leadership visited the U.S. Air Force Band and Honor Guard for an immersion tour at Joint... MORE

Members of the U.S. Honor Guard Drill Team perform a four-man routine at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., Aug. 9, 2016. The performance was part of an immersion tour attended by Col. E. John Teichert, 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews Commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Beth Topa, 11th WG command chief master sergeant, to become more familiar with the U.S. Air Force Band and Honor Guard missions. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...