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Air Force recertifies all fitness assessment courses
October 6, 2016
Be wise, immunize
October 4, 2016
A participant in the Flu Shot Kick-Off gets vaccinated for the influenza virus on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 3, 2016. A base-wide vaccination drive for retirees, active duty and dependents is scheduled for Oct. 17-18 from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. at the installation theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
11 CES suits up for HAZMAT training
October 4, 2016
Airman 1st Class Carol Pruitt, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency manager, dresses in a hazardous material suit during HAZMAT training on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 29, 2016. HAZMAT training is designed for emergency responders to prepare for toxic leaks, spills or accidents that may cause further damage to life, health, properties or the environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Master Sgt. ghosting Glenn Miller
October 3, 2016
Master Sgt. Andrew Axelrad, joined the U.S. Air Force in 1993 as a technical sergeant to become a Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note alto saxophonist. Axelrad performed and was featured with the Airmen of Note in front of his friends, family and home town one last time during the Labor Day 2016 weekend. Axelrad plans to retire from the Air Force after 24 years in February 2017. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)
Master Sgt. ghosting Glenn Miller
October 3, 2016
Master Sgt. Andrew Axelrad, joined the U.S. Air Force in 1993 as a technical sergeant to become a Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note alto saxophonist. Axelrad performed and was featured with the Airmen of Note in front of his friends, family and home town one last time during the Labor Day 2016 weekend. Axelrad plans to retire from the Air Force after 24 years in February 2017. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)
HVAC Seasonal Changeover (Heating)
October 3, 2016
11 CES and 11 SFG conclude NPM with 5K
September 30, 2016
Lt. Col. Lisa Mabbutt, 11th Civil Engineering Squadron commander, talks to participants involved in the National Preparedness Month 5K at the West Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 30, 2016. NPM provides a chance for emergency responders to reach out to the community and inform them of actions to take for situations such as a natural disaster, active shooter or terrorist attack. More than 50 JBA members attended the run, which was hosted by 11 CES. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
AFDW celebrates the U.S. Air Force’s 69th birthday with a military Tattoo
September 29, 2016
The U.S. Air Force Band's Max Impact performs during the Air Force Tattoo on the Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling Ceremonial Lawn, Washington, D.C., Sept. 22.Airmen from across the Air Force District of Washington commemorated the Air Force’s 69th birthday with a Military Tattoo. (U.S. Air Force photo)
11 CES talks preparedness
September 26, 2016
Airman 1st Class Donnie Hamilton, left, and Staff Sgt. Shaun Ouellette, 11th Civil Engineering Squadron readiness and emergency managers, stand at the information booth for National Preparedness Month in the Base Exchange at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 23, 2016. National Preparedness Month provides a chance for readiness and emergency managers to reach out to the community and inform them of actions to take in a natural disaster, active shooter or terrorist attack. Hamilton and Ouellette had many educational guides consisting of magnets, booklets and children’s activity books to hand out to JBA members. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
AF Tattoo showcases heritage, Airmen
September 23, 2016
A B-25 Mitchell prepares for flight at the Manassas Regional Airport, Manassas, Va., Sept. 21, 2016. The B-25 performed a “Warbird” tribute flyover for the 2016 U.S. Air Force Tattoo held in celebration of the Air Force 69th birthday at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Sept. 22, 2016.
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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...
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