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POTUS talks to troops
September 11, 2015
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Virtual reality enhancing defenders
September 10, 2015
The 11th Security Forces Squadron on Joint Base Andrews uses a projection system, Milo, to run through different simulated use of force scenarios to better prepare themselves for possible real world responses. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
During disaster -- too late to plan
September 10, 2015
An emergency kit stands ready Sept. 10, 2015, for National Preparedness Month on Joint Base Andrews, Md. According to Ready.gov, an emergency kit should contain first aid supplies, enough food and water to last 72 hours, personal medications, printed maps or an atlas, any important documents, and radios and flashlights with plenty of batteries or crank power. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Preston Webb)
Effective Communication
September 2, 2015
Senior Airman Dylan Connolly, 744th Communication Squadron network management technician, connects an ethernet cable to a switch Sept. 2, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. Physically controlling one side of a connection provides another layer of network security. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Senior Airman Preston Webb/Released)
West Fitness Center to receive updates
September 1, 2015
Kait Miller, dependent, lifts weights at the Joint Base Andrews West Fitness Center, Aug. 31, 2015. The West Fitness Center is being renovated with new equipment and energy-saving updates. (U.S. Air Force Photo/Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/released)
Staying on target
September 1, 2015
The combat arms training and maintenance facility on Joint Base Andrews trains Airmen who are deploying on several types of weapons systems. The training starts out with three hours of classroom instruction with the remaining time spent on the live fire range.
Redskins Walkthrough JBA
August 31, 2015
The Washington Redskins conducted a walkthrough practice at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 28, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
USAF Honor Guard wraps-up international performances
August 28, 2015
The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs during The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Esplanade of the Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh; Scotland Aug. 17; 2015. This is the 66th production of the tattoo and it welcomes more than 220; 000 spectators from around the world for more than 3 weeks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson/Released)
Remember their courage
August 28, 2015
Two UH-1N Twin Hueys from the 1st Helicopter Squadron fly by the Washington Memorial, Washington D.C., Aug. 28, 2015. The helicopters flew for the Vietnam Helicopter Crew Members Association Memorial Service Flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)
Captain Equestrian
August 27, 2015
Capt. Lindsey Colburn, 11th Wing executive officer, has been riding horses since she was seven and never looked back. Her current horse, Soon, was once a champion racehorse and is now retired at Leighton Farm in Upper Marlboro, Md. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)(Released)
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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...
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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...
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