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ALS: training future AF leaders
August 9, 2011
Students attending Airmen Leadership School receive their first official inspection here Aug. 1. The ALS mission is to prepare Senior Airmen to be professional, warfighting Airmen who can supervise and lead Air Force work teams to support the employment of air, space, and cyberspace power. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Laura Turner)
Youth Day kicks-off at JBA as Tuskegee Convention continues
August 4, 2011
Brian Simmons, 11th grade student from Surrattsville High School Clinton, Md., tries on the 85-pound explosive ordinance disposal bomb suit during the 2011 Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. National Convention Youth Day at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 4. Students in grades 8-12 came here to interact with service members and aviation personnel. This year marks the 70th anniversary of America’s first black pilots and support personnel, the Tuskegee Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)
Warriors of the Week 8/5
August 3, 2011
From left to right, Tech. Sgt Freddie Mims, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron SABER project manager; Mr. Chris Parks, 11th CES assistant fire chief; Capt. Deb Santos, 779th Medical Group disease manager; Master Sgt. Paul Grugin, 11th CES first sergeant and Senior Airman Mauro Bueno, 11th CES power production apprentice. They represent five of the 11 warriors of the week who organized and executed this year’s 1st Annual Motorcycle Safety Day. Simplified acquisition (Photo by Bobby Jones)
Hero honored at new William A. Jones III Building
August 3, 2011
Maj. Gen. Darren McDew, Air Force District of Washington commander, talks with Col. William A. Jones III's family prior to a display dedication in the new William A. Jones III Building on July 28. The display honors the life and service of Medal of Honor recipient Col. William A. Jones III, a former air commando with the 602nd Special Operations Squadron and A-1 Sky Raider pilot during the Vietnam War. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Kris Levasseur)
Freedom Hall cook retires after 35 years of JBA service
August 1, 2011
Ampawn Templeman, Sons Quality Food first cook at Freedom Hall dining facility, prepares food stations before lunch July 29. Templeman retired Friday after 35 years of dutiful service here. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Bahja J Jones)
Warrior of the Week 7/29
July 29, 2011
Colonel Ken Rizer, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, recognizes Air Force Staff Sgt. Ralph E. Sampson as the Warrior of the Week for single handedly stepping up to take on the duties and responsibilities of fitness monitor for the 811th Security Forces Squadron here. Sampson developed individual and group fitness plans dedicated to get fellow Defenders "Fit to Fight." He implemented, executed and followed through with every phase needed to maintain a quality force.
JBA Airman strikes it rich at Nationals game
July 29, 2011
Staff Sgt. Timothy Ruch, 11th Wing Command Post Status of Resources and Training System manager, and Senior Airman Emily Ruch, 11th WG/CP senior controller, accept a check for $1 million after winning on a $20 scratch ticket during a baseball game July 5 at Nationals Park. (Courtesy Photo)
Ballin at Bolling
July 28, 2011
317 RCS to participate in White House diversity event
July 28, 2011
Warrior of the Week 7/8
July 26, 2011
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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

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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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