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Joint Base Andrews inducts 14 new honorary commanders
June 2, 2015
Col. Bradley Hoagland, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, speaks with Senior Andrews Ambassador, Jim Estepp, Andrews Business & Community Alliance president and chief executive officer and his wife, Nancy, during the Joint Base Andrews 2015 Honorary Commander Luncheon May 29, 2015, at The Club, JBA, Md. The Joint Base Andrews Honorary Commander Program encourages an exchange of ideas and experiences, as well as partnerships between key leaders of the base's surrounding communities, JBA commanders and Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb/RELEASED)
AFE shop 'last to let you down'
June 2, 2015
Staff Sgt. Jennifer Francis, 811th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, cleans an HGU-56/P helmet on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 26, 2015. Helmets are inspected every 90-days to ensure they are safe and in good condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
AFDW implements Employee Assistance Program
June 2, 2015
USAF Band NCR Summer Concert Series begins May 29
May 29, 2015
Defenders graduate tactical training course
May 27, 2015
Emergency services members from the National Capital Region pose for a class photo at the Prince George County emergency services course, held April 27 through May 15, 2015, in Prince George County, Md. Five Airmen from the 11th Security Forces Group at Joint Base Andrews attended the course and received the Most Fit Team Award. (courtesy photo)
CAP cadets experience flight
May 26, 2015
Rick Micker, right, Congressional Squadron member, Civil Air Patrol, gives a pre-flight lesson to Andrews Composite Squadron cadets for their orientation flight at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 23, 2015. During the pre-flight inspection, Micker taught cadets how to check the weight and balance of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
Vietnam Veteran honored in D.C.
May 26, 2015
Air Force Capt. Glenn Cook was a Vietnam War veteran whose plane was shot down near Nha Trang, Vietnam, Oct. 21, 1969. His remains were never found. He was honored the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard held a flag folding ceremony May 19, 2015, at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial in Washington, D.C. (Courtesy photo)
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard remembers fallen
May 26, 2015
Local community members watch the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard march during the 51st Annual Memorial Day Parade in Commerce City, Colo., May 25, 2015. The Honor Guard marched in the Memorial Day parade to honor the men and women that gave their lives in service to their country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb/Released)
Drill Team performs at Coors Field
May 24, 2015
Members of the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team high-five local community members at Coors Field in Denver, Colo., May 24, 2015. The Drill Team promotes the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues to recruit, retain and inspire Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb/RELEASED)
811th Airmen awarded VP Service Badge
May 21, 2015
The Vice Presidential Service Badge is awarded to Staff Sgt. Peter Velez, former 811 Security Forces Squadron NCO in-charge of vice presidential aircraft security, Staff Sgt. Leonard Antonio, 811 SFS vice presidential aircraft security team leader, Staff Sgt. Sorhaindo Peter, 811 SFS vice presidential aircraft security team leader, Senior Airman Albert Ritterbeck, 811 SFS vice presidential aircraft security team members at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 21, 2015. Only 473 people have been awarded the VPSB since its establishment in July, 1970. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joshua R. M. Dewberry)
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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

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