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Joint Base Andrews moves to Health Protection Condition Charlie
January 15, 2022 — Due the continued spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant in the local area and the limited availability of hospital beds in the local area, Joint Base Andrews will move to Health Protection Condition Charlie effective January 18, 2022... MORE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day: Remembering the civil rights leader
January 14, 2022 — Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Officially known as the “Birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr.,” the federal holiday pays homage to one of America’s preeminent civil rights leaders... MORE

Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. waves during the March on Washington, Aug. 28, 1963.

Holiday Extravaganza kicks off festive season at JBA
December 9, 2021 — Chapel 1 hosted their annual Holiday Extravaganza here Dec. 2, 2021... MORE

The Ceremonial Brass Quintet, one of six musical ensembles that form The U.S. Air Force Band, performs at the Holiday Extravaganza hosted by Chapel 1 at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 2, 2021.

Andrews Spouses’ Club gives Airmen in dorms Mugs of Cheer
December 7, 2021 — The Joint Base Andrews Spouses’ Club and Airmen volunteers from the 316th Comptroller Squadron gathered together at Chapel 1, Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Dec. 6, 2021, to make gifts for dorm Airmen for the holiday season... MORE

To wish Airmen holiday cheer, mugs are filled with hot cocoa packets, cookies, and other goodies at Chapel 1, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 6, 2021.

CSAF visits JBA to engage with America’s Airmen
November 18, 2021 — On 17 Nov., 2021, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited JBA to engage with America’s Airmen... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., speaks with Airmen at the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17, 2021. Brown answered questions on topics including Air Force infrastructure, manning and the Total Force Integration concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

Washington Nationals invite NCR service members for stadium workout
November 9, 2021 — Military personnel from around the National Capital Region, including members from the 113th Air Refueling Wing, the 316th Wing, and the 316 Civil Engineer Squadron, came together bright and early to participate in a group workout on Nov. 1, 2021 at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C... MORE

Service members from across the National Capital Region gather at Nationals Park for a group workout, Nov. 1, 2021.

Annual Department of Defense housing survey requests tenant feedback
November 8, 2021 — The Department of the Air Force is asking tenants of privatized housing to share their experiences and opinions of the programs via the DoD Tenant Satisfaction Survey that began Oct. 28, 2021... MORE

Annual Department of Defense housing satisfaction survey running through Feb. 5

JBA prepares for winter season
November 5, 2021 — Joint Base Andrews leadership came together to discuss preparations for the upcoming winter season during the "All Things Snow" event at JBA, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The intent of the event was to cover lessons learned from prior years, outline priorities on the airfield and main base roads, relay current status of de-icing chemicals and snow removal equipment, and run through a table top exercise to ensure all parties understood the various roles and responsibilities... MORE

Joint Base Andrews senior leadership poses for a photo on the flight line during the “All Things Snow" event at JBA, Md., Nov. 1, 2021.

JBA opens new combat arms facility, ensures readiness
November 3, 2021 — Instructors and guests gathered outside for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the newly built Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility on base, Nov. 1, 2021... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and installation commander, cuts a ribbon to signify the opening of the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The new facility features many upgrades from the previous building, including a new 21-position firing range, weapons and range equipment maintenance area and office and common spaces for the instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

CCAF first combined installations ceremony honors 378 graduates in NCR
November 1, 2021 — The Community College of the Air Force granted Associate of Applied Science degree diplomas to 378 graduates from the National Capital Region during its combined installations Spring/Fall graduation ceremony, held at the Joint Base Andrews Theater, Oct. 21, 2021... MORE

Airmen and officers gather for a group photo during the 2021 Community College of the Air Force graduation, Oct. 21, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

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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...