Joint Base Andrews News

Capitol Christmas Tree arrives at JBA
November 17, 2022
The 78-foot-tall Capitol Christmas Tree is displayed on the bed of a truck at Joint Base Andrews, Nov. 17, 2022. The Red Spruce nicknamed “Ruby” was harvested in the Pisgah National Forest of North Carolina on Nov. 2 and prepared for a nearly 1,000-mile expedition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening
November 11, 2022
An American flag waves in the wind at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. Harbor officials honored the occasion with the unveiling of a 50-foot tall and 80-foot wide custom-made American flag and the grand opening of Spirit Park in honor of veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
JBA welcomes Simon Sinek to speak on professional development
November 9, 2022
Simon Sinek, author and inspirational speaker, speaks at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Nov. 9, 2022. Sinek spoke on topics such as professional development and leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew-John Braman)
JBA leadership prepares for winter
November 8, 2022
A group of Joint Base Andrews leaders gather for a pre-season inclement weather brief at JBA, Md., Nov. 7, 2022. The group discussed JBA’s Snow and Ice Control plan and participated in a tabletop activity to ensure that all parties understood their roles and responsibilities for the upcoming winter season. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)
JBA celebrates NAHM with veteran military speakers
November 4, 2022
Robert Gadjys, Mohawk Indian and Army veteran, and Kathy Miller, retired Air Force noncommissioned officer and Native American history enthusiast, speak during a panel at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 3, 2022.
316th Logistics Readiness Squadron trains for cargo deployment processing
November 2, 2022
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
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
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
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
Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin is a Warrior of the Month for the month of October, 2022. (Courtesy Photo)