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Motorcycle Safety at JBA
December 10, 2025 — Joint Base Andrews hosted their 12th annual National Capital Region Motorcycle Safety Day. The event was open to all members with base access. Attendees were able to hone their skills and refresh their knowledge on local motorcycle specific laws and safety practices, meet local dealers, and speak with local riding groups. The goal of the event was to promote overall safety for riders when operating motorcycles and to help minimize casualties... MORE

Winnin’ like a Griffin: Senior Airman Steven Mittelstadt
December 10, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Steven Mittelstadt, 816th Security Forces Squadron executive aircraft security member, is recognized for Winnin' Like a Griffin at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Oct. 20, 2025... MORE

Winter checks in at Joint Base Andrews
December 9, 2025 — Members are reminded to follow the local and installation safety guidance during inclement weather... MORE

Past to present: Former CMSAFs inspire the next generation of Airmen
December 9, 2025 — Retired Chief Master Sgts. of the Air Force Frederick J. Finch, James A. Roy and Kaleth O. Wright participated in a panel discussion at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 8, 2025... MORE

Retired Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Roy, center, answers questions during a former CMSAF panel at the base theater at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 8, 2025.

Ruff Riders; MWD, 1st HS conduct aerial training
December 3, 2025 — U.S. Airmen and military working dogs assigned to the 316th Security Support Squadron MWD flight participate in an aircraft familiarization training with the 1st Helicopter Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Nov. 12, 2025. The training helped the K9 handlers build the MWD’s confidence with aircraft operations... MORE

U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force “Top Cops” meet on JBA
November 25, 2025 — For the first time in the 72-year alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, the countries’ “Top Cops,” their senior Air Force military police officers, met to strengthen the relationship between their branches, exchange perspectives on shared regional security challenges, and commit to exploring future training exchange opportunities... MORE

U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Brian A. Filler, Director of Security Forces, left, speaks with Republic of Korea Air Force Col. Jongsung Woo.

NCO to officer: Former NCO’s passion for food leads him down serendipitous path toward commission
November 20, 2025 — In a way, U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Dustyn N. Neese’s passion for food helped lead him to his commission. Neese, now the 316th Force Support Squadron sustainment flight commander, enlisted in 2009 as a targeting analyst. By 2020, he was a technical sergeant returning to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, for a second tour after three years in the Republic of Korea... MORE

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Dustyn N. Neese, 316th Force Support Squadron sustainment flight commander, poses in front of the Joint Base Andrews Tactical Fitness Center at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 6, 2025. Neese, who enlisted in 2009 and served as a targeting analyst before earning a commission in 2024, oversees both fitness centers on base as well as the dining facility, lodging and mail center.

CMSSF Bentivegna engages with Guardians at new Space Delta 13 headquarters
November 14, 2025 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna visited Space Delta 13 headquarters at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 9, 2025... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna and Guardians assigned to Space Delta 13, pose for a photo after a physical training session at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.

E-7A Wedgetail flies from a land down under to support 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show
September 29, 2025 — An aircrew from the Royal Australian Air Force made the longest journey to the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show by bringing their E-7A Wedgetail aircraft for static display Sept. 12-14, 2025... MORE

Royal Australian Air Force crew members showcase their E-7A Wedgetail aircraft at the Joint Base Andrews Air Show at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 14, 2025. The E-7 is based on the Boeing 737, the same platform as the U.S. Air Force C-40, which is flown by the 89th Airlift Wing and 113th Wing at Andrews.

Winnin’ Like a Griffin: Senior Airman Andrew Caballero
September 22, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Caballero, a radar, airfield and weather systems journeyman assigned to the 316th Operations Support Squadron, is recognized for Winnin' Like a Griffin at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sep. 17, 2025. Caballero epitomizes an Airmanship mindset, masters his craft and continually strives to improve his squadron. Winnin' Like a Griffin is a 316th Wing program that highlights Airmen who demonstrate excellence, teamwork and commitment to the mission... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Caballero, 316th Operations Support Squadron radar, airfield and weather systems journeyman, Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Kevin Helms, 316th Wing command chief, screw on the lightbulb cover of the wind mass at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 17, 2025. Changing the light bulb is vital to keeping equipment safe for air traffic controllers supporting military and civilian aircraft in all weather conditions.

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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...