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Air Force medical personnel begin transfer to AFMEDCOM
March 19, 2025 — Medical Readiness Command-Bravo leaders began aligning medical Airmen in the Air Force District of Washington to the Air Force Medical Command, the Air Force’s newest direct reporting unit...

Full circle: Former student returns as a caregiver at JBA
March 13, 2025 — Jaiquez K. Smith learned his ABCs and numbers while attending a child development center on base 20 years ago. Now at 24, he’s teaching those same fundamentals as a child and youth program assistant at the same place his own early learning journey began...

Aerospace summit showcases aviation careers to Maryland students
March 13, 2025 — More than 250 students from eight Maryland high schools attended the Seventh Annual Aerospace Summit at Joint Base Andrews on March 4, 2025, featuring exhibits and demonstrations in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics...

Winnin’ Like a Griffin: Senior Airman Mathilde French-Elliott
March 12, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Mathilde French-Elliott, a physical medicine technician with the 316th Operational Medical Readiness Squadron, is recognized for her outstanding dedication and contributions at the Physical Medicine Clinic on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 26, 2024. French-Elliott’s commitment ensured seamless patient care during a period of increased clinical demand, allowing mission-critical operations to continue without disruption. As part of the “Winnin’ Like a Griffin” initiative, 316th Wing leadership highlighted her efforts and impact on the unit’s success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gianluca Ciccopiedi)...

New honorary commanders strengthen ties at Joint Base Andrews
February 26, 2025 — Four civic leaders from across the National Capital Region were inducted as honorary commanders during a ceremony held at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 20, 2025. The event, hosted by U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, formally recognized new and existing members of the Joint Base Andrews Honorary Commanders Program, which fosters relationships between military and community leaders...

Leading from the front: SEAC Troy E. Black hosts JBA all-call
February 23, 2025 — The Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy E. Black, hosted an enlisted-only all-call for service members from across the National Capital Region at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 19, 2025...

Air Force kicks off roadshow, prepares Airmen for ‘Units of Action’ implementation
January 31, 2025 — This structural change increases the ability for commanders to focus on their mission and enables the creation of an Air Force "Unit of Action" capable of deploying as a cohesively trained and highly effective team of warrior Airmen. ...

Winnin’ like a Griffin: Senior Airman Izaiah Harris
January 29, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Izaiah Harris is a shining example of excellence in the 316th Security Forces Group...

Presidential inauguration traditions continue at Joint Base Andrews
January 23, 2025 — With a history dating back to World War II, Joint Base Andrews has played a pivotal role in U.S. presidential inaugurations, from arrivals of president-elects to serving as a key logistical hub for military support and ceremonial preparations...

Joint Base Andrews conducts street cordon rehearsal for 60th Presidential Inauguration
January 17, 2025 — U.S. Airmen assigned to the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region participate during a street cordon rehearsal at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 16, 2025. The rehearsal included participation from the 316th Wing, 844th Communications Group, and members with the 11th Wing, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C., to practice and validate plans for the 60th Presidential Inauguration. Historically, up to 5,000 military personnel have provided ceremonial support during the inaugural period, which is defined as the five days before and four days after the presidential inauguration...

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U.S. Army Capt. Latoiya Templeton poses for a photo.

One Hundred and One Military Working Dogs: A Military Veterinarian's purpose

Who is U.S. Army Capt. Latoiya Templeton? That’s a question even she struggled to answer. “Oh gosh, I am so many things, I am a mom, I’m a veterinarian, I’m a sister, I’m a daughter. All the things,” said Templeton, Joint Base Andrews branch chief...

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Lt. Col. Jonathan Bonilla gives remarks during the 5th HS activation ceremony.

Joint Base Andrews

Excellence is not optional

Thank you all for being here today to witness this historic moment. Today is about much more than an assumption of command. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in Air Force rotary-wing history.And to the Airmen of the Fifth Helicopter...