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Eyes, ears of America’s Airfield
June 12, 2017 — The 89th Airlift Wing’s Special Air Mission provides transportation for the U.S. president, vice... MORE

Airman 1st Class Isaiah Davis, 89th Operations Support Squadron airfield manager, drives on the flightline during a foreign object debris inspection at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 7, 2017. FOD inspections are conducted every two hours to prevent even small debris causing serious aircraft damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

Fight the bite
June 9, 2017 — Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with... MORE

Airman 1st Class Kofi Adansi, 779th Medical Group public health technician, inspects mosquitos with a microscope at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 8, 2017. The mosquitoes are then sent off to a lab where they are tested for diseases native to the area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Airmen of Note complete southern tour
June 5, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note, the premier jazz ensemble of the USAF, wrapped up their four-day summer tour through Georgia and Florida, May 28, 2017. The band performed four concerts for audiences throughout Athens, Augusta and Savanna, Ga., all leading up to their final concert at the Jacksonville Jazz Festival. ... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Michael Cemprola, U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note saxophonist, plays his instrument prior to a performance at the Fine Arts Auditorium in Savannah, Ga., May 26, 2017. The band performed for more than 8,000 people over the course of their tour throughout Georgia and Florida. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

Unveiling of Maj. Gen. Allen's portrait
June 5, 2017 — On Friday June 2, Major General Roosevelt Allen, Jr. attended an unveiling of his portrait that will hang in the executive hallway of the 79th Medical Wing on Joint Base Andrews... MORE

Maj. Gen. Roosevelt Allen Jr. unveils his portrait as former 79th Medical Wing Commander on Joint Base Andrews June 2, 2017. (Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Adrian Cadiz)(Released)

Celtic Aire honors Memorial Day with National Harbor performance
June 1, 2017 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs a Memorial Day weekend concert at the... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Band’s Celtic Aire ensemble performs during a Memorial Day weekend concert at the National Harbor in Fort Washington, Md., May 27, 2017. The band’s concert kicked off their Summer Concert Series, which features performances every Saturday at the National Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

201st AS transports US leaders, military worldwide
May 22, 2017 — The 201st Airlift Squadron upholds one of the Air National Guard’s unique missions: transporting high ranking government and military officials from Joint Base Andrews to locations around the world... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Anthony Montgomery, 201st Airlift Squadron flight attendant, takes pre-flight notes before a Mission Readiness Airlift at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 31, 2017. The 201st AS supports a flying schedule consisting of approximately five large trips a month that range from five to 12 days and go almost anywhere around the world. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)

JBA honors defenders during National Police Week
May 19, 2017 — Joint Base Andrews honored past and present law enforcement personnel during National Police Week,... MORE

11th Security Forces Group members light candles during the 29th Annual Candlelight Vigil in Washington, D.C., May 13, 2017. This was one of the National Police Week events held to bring together law enforcement from around the world and honor past and present police officers and security forces members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)

JBA celebrates Wingman Day
May 18, 2017 — Airmen shake hands after playing a soccer game during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews,... MORE

Airmen shake hands after playing a soccer game during Wingman/Shipmate Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 16, 2017. Wingman/Shipmate Day is a day for Airmen to compete and strengthen the bonds between squadrons. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Delano Scott)

JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats Update
May 18, 2017 — On May 18, the bomb threat to Imagine Andrews Charter School was terminated without further... MORE

JBA First Responders React to Social Media Threats
May 17, 2017 — On May 17 Imagine Andrews, a charter school located on Joint Base Andrews, received two threats via... MORE

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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events

Military bands, including The U.S. Air Force Band, joined JTF-NCR’s overall support through musical performances at key moments during former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral Jan. 4-9. Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Dec...

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...