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316th Logistics Readiness Squadron trains for cargo deployment processing
November 2, 2022 — The 316th Logistics Readiness Squadron teamed up with the 89th Aerial Port Squadron and the 2-263rd Air Defense Artillery Battalion for a joint training in an effort to prepare for potential deployment of cargo at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 2, 2022. The 2-263rd ADAB, a unit from the South Carolina Army National Guard, brought vehicles and equipment to practice processing through JBA’s cargo deployment function point of debarkation. ... MORE

Pfc. Cayman Pope (left), and Pfc. Dalton Cooley (right), 2-263rd Air Defense Artillery Battalion air defense battle systems operators, bump fists prior to a training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 2, 2022. For the training, the 2-263rd brought vehicles and equipment to practice processing through JBA’s cargo deployment function point of debarkation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)

316th Medical Group and 1st Helicopter Squadron conduct specialized flight training
November 1, 2022 — Members of the 316th Wing Critical Care Air Transport Teams joined the 1st Helicopter Squadron for highly specialized training exercises at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2022... MORE

2nd Lt. Dylan Thomas, 316th Health Care Operations Squadron intensive care unit nurse (left), Capt. Dominique Hunsberger, 316th HCOS intensive care unit nurse (center), and Capt. Nicholas Lahvic, 316th Surgical Operations Squadron anesthesiologist, carry a simulation manikin during a medical training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2022. Members of the 316th Wing Critical Care Air Transport Teams joined the 1st Helicopter Squadron for highly specialized medical training exercises.

Joint Base Andrews hosts professional enhancement seminar for civilians
October 28, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews hosted a Civilian Professional Enhancement Seminar for Department of Defense civilians at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center at JBA, Md., Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, 2022... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Slyvester Lawrence, Air Force District of Washington Airman Development Advisor special duty manager, discusses effective communication and strategies during the JBA Civilian Professional Enhancement Seminar at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 27, 2022. Throughout the seminar, facilitators and Department of Defense civilians who work across the National Capital Region discussed topics such as effective communication and strategies, ethical leadership, and emotional intelligence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

JBA honors Warrior of the Month- Senior Airman Desmond Terry
October 26, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews honored Senior Airman Desmond Terry, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, as Warrior of the Month for October, 2022... MORE

Senior Airman Desmond Terry is a Warrior of the Month for the month of October, 2022. (Courtesy Photo)

JBA honors Warrior of the Month- Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin
October 26, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews honored Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin, 459th Force Support Squadron sustainment operations chief as Warrior of the Month, for October 2022... MORE

Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin is a Warrior of the Month for the month of October, 2022. (Courtesy Photo)

JBA battles Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall for softball title
October 25, 2022 — Teams from Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall battled it out on the softball field at Nationals Park in Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2022... MORE

The Joint Base Andrews softball team celebrates their victory over Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall at Nationals Park in Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2022.

Freedom Hall Dining Facility returns to pre-COVID operations, expands service to retirees and DoD civilians
October 19, 2022 — Staff Sgt. Bianca P. Turner waited patiently for Julian Dancel to finish the culinary masterpiece... MORE

Julian Dancel, Freedom Hall Dining Facility cook, grills an omelet for an Airman during breakfast service at the dining facility at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2022.

JBA commander signs Fire Prevention Week proclamation
October 4, 2022 — Col. Todd Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, signed a proclamation designating Oct. 9 - Oct. 15 as Fire Prevention Week, at the fire training pit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2022. ... MORE

Joint Base Andrews leaders and 316th Mission Support Group personnel pose for a group photo following the signing of a Fire Prevention Week proclamation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2022. From Oct. 9 - Oct. 15, JBA will host events such as a fire truck parade and a fire station open house and barbeque to raise fire safety awareness and educate families, students and communities across JBA. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

JBA celebrates 75 years with Air & Space Expo
September 19, 2022 — The thundering roar of aircraft and crowds at the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo came to an end on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform an aerial demonstration during the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo at JBA, Sept. 16, 2022.

Noise starts tomorrow at JBA
September 15, 2022 — The Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo is taking off tomorrow, Sept. 16, 2022, beginning with a day devoted to the Department of Defense... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Air Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” practice a routine for the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo upon their arrival at JBA, Md., Sept. 12, 2022. The Thunderbirds perform worldwide to strengthen morale and esprit de corps among Air Force members, support community relations, represent the United States and its armed forces to foreign nations and to project international goodwill. (U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)

JBA honors 9/11 with remembrance ceremony
September 9, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews hosted a 9/11 remembrance ceremony here, Sept. 9, 2022, to reflect on the tragic events that the United States suffered on Sept. 11, 2001, and to honor the almost 3,000 lives that were lost... MORE

A flight of first responders stand at parade rest during a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 9, 2022. The ceremony was intended for base personnel to remember the tragic events on September 11, 2001 and honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)

Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo | AIRSHOW SCHEDULE
September 8, 2022 — FRIDAY 16 September 2022 (DOD/DV Day)Time - Act9:00 - JB Andrews Ramp Opens for DVs, Military families and DOD ID card holders10:20 - USAF Academy Wings of Blue Parachute Team Mass Exit Show10:28- US Army Golden Knights Parachute Team Mass Exit Show10:34- Opening CeremonyNational Anthem Flag Jump (with US Army Golden Knights)Opening Ceremony... MORE

The Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo is JBA's opportunity to say "thank you" to our community, the state, and the National Capital Region. The next show is scheduled for fall 2022.

Joint Base Andrews is scheduled to hold a free expo, with Air Force premier aerial demonstrations, Sept. 17-18, 2022.
Among other commemorations, this year's Joint Base Andrews Air Show will celebrate the Air Force's 75th Birthday.

2022 Air & Space Expo
September 1, 2022 — Join us September 17th and 18th for the 2022 Air & Space Expo at Joint Base Andrews!... MORE

JBA welcomes 31st Pilot for a Day
September 1, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews welcomed 8-year-old Elias “Eli” Tadli, as the 31st Pilot for a Day participant from the Check-6 Foundation today... MORE

Eight-year-old Elias “Eli” Tadli from Jefferson, Md., poses for a photo with his family and members of the 113th Operations Squadron during a Pilot for a Day visit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 1, 2022.

JBA leaders sign Suicide Prevention Month proclamation
August 31, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews senior leadership signed a proclamation designating September as Suicide Prevention Month, on Aug. 31, 2022, at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

Col. Todd Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, signs a Suicide Prevention Month proclamation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 31, 2022. The Department of Defense and JBA observe Suicide Prevention Month in September to bring forth awareness and to educate our military community about suicide prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

316th Security Support Squadron completes SMC training
August 25, 2022 — Five members of the 316th Security Support Squadron completed their annual weapons proficiency training in an exercise known as “shoot, move, communicate,” or SMC, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2022... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Reece Dinofsky, 316th Security Support Squadron assistant NCO in charge of training, aims an M4 Carbine toward a target during a weapons proficiency training exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 23, 2022. Dinofsky acted as a mentor to three Airmen throughout the “shoot, move, communicate” exercise and created simulated events to enhance their training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)

30 days and counting ‘til the 2022 Air & Space Expo is back at JBA!
August 18, 2022 — After three years, the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo is finally back! The free show will take place Sept. 16-18, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. The first day is for common access card holders only, while the 17th and 18th will be open to the general public.The 2022 Air & Space Expo will allow attendees to get up close and personal with... MORE

Event attendees walk through the static aircraft displays during the final day of the 2017 Andrews Air Show, Sept. 17, 2017, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

Honorary commanders visit America's Airfield
August 17, 2022 — The 89th Airlift Wing hosted an immersion event for honorary commanders on Aug. 16, 2022, at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

A group of Joint Base Andrews leadership, honorary commanders and members of the 89th Airlift Wing pose for a photo in front of a Boeing C-32 during an honorary commanders immersion event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2022. The immersion event was intended to continue maintaining strong relationships with leaders in the local community and highlight the mission of the 89th Airlift Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)

2022 Joint Base Andrews Air & Space Expo | Digital Press Kit
August 15, 2022 — Airfield Map (Link) 316th Wing Leadership Col. Todd Randolph – Commander Col. Parkin C. "Gage" Bryson - Vice Commander CMSgt. Jackson A. Helzer - Command Chief JBA Social Media #AF75 #PoweredbyAirmen #PoweredbyInnovation #PoweredbyAirPower #AFHeritage #Air&SpaceExpo Facebook - @JointBaseAndrews @AndrewsAirShow Timeline Thunderbirds... MORE

Joint Base Andrews is scheduled to hold a free expo, with Air Force premier aerial demonstrations, Sept. 17-18, 2022.

Washington Commanders visit Joint Base Andrews
August 12, 2022 — The Washington Commanders football team visited Joint Base Andrews today for a pre-season practice that served to show their appreciation for the United States Armed Forces... MORE

The Washington Commanders football team demonstrates various plays used in their games as service members and families watch at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 12, 2022.

AFAS Falcon Loan increases by $500 for emergency needs
August 5, 2022 — The Air Force Aid Society recently increased the Falcon Loan from $1,000 to $1,500 to better support Airmen and Guardians in need of emergency financial assistance... MORE

A laptop display that Air Force Aid Society link on the 316th Force Support Squadron's webpage sits on a desk at the Military and Family Readiness Center at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 4, 2022.

316th CES Fire Dept. hosts 2022 Fire Explorer Program cadets
August 1, 2022 — The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron’s Fire Department hosted its 2022 Fire Explorer Program training for eight 14 to 18-year-old cadets from around the National Capital Region at Joint Base Andrews, Md., from July 25-30, 2022... MORE

The 2022 Fire Explorer Program cadets and instructors, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, pose for a photo at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 30, 2022.

DAF Women's 7s Rugby Team
August 1, 2022 — TSgt. Cheryl Johnson and TSgt. Irinieta Tabuyaqona, stationed at Joint Base Andrews, Md., speak about playing rugby for the Air Force and representing women, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The team competed in the Armed Forces Rugby Tournament and the Cape Fear tournament, June 24-26th... MORE

Monkeypox declared public health emergency: What Airmen and Guardians need to know
July 28, 2022 — The World Health Organization declared monkeypox a public health emergency on July 23. With more than 4,000 cases in the United States, Airmen and Guardians should know the risks and how to stay safe... MORE

JBA 2022 Air & Space Expo: Don't blink!
July 23, 2022 — Pack your bags! The 2022 Air Show is boarding September 17-18 and you do NOT want to miss this flight! You'll be flying with the Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights, a P-51 heritage flight and more!... MORE

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