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America's Airman: A1C Benjamin Parma
June 19, 2020 — America's Airman: A1C Benjamin Parma... MORE

316th Wing and JBA commander introduces self to community
June 16, 2020 — Ellen, Alexis and I are thrilled, and humbled, to be part of the Joint Base Andrews and 316th Wing team! Last week’s change of command was a special moment for me and my family and we are grateful for the warm welcome to JBA!... MORE

Colonel Tyler R. Schaff is the commander of the 316th Wing and installation commander for Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland.

America's Airman: Senior Airman Caitlyn Truax
June 12, 2020 — America's Airman: Senior Airman Caitlyn Truax... MORE

JBA changes command and reactivates 316th Wing
June 11, 2020 — Col. Tyler Schaff assumed command of the 316th Wing at Joint Base Andrews from Col. Andrew Purath during a change of command ceremony on JBA, June, 11, 2020... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff assumes command of the 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews at Hangar 3 on JBA, Md., June 11, 2020. Schaff now oversees approximately 2,500 Airmen, Department of Defense civilians and contractors in the 316th Wing. He will also serve as installation commander to JBA; home to two higher headquarters, six wings, more than 80 tenant organizations and an estimated 17,000 personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Spencer Slocum)

Spring changes in the air: JBA says goodbye to 11th Wing, welcomes 316th
June 9, 2020 — As the temperature begins to rise and flowers blossom to their full extent, it becomes evident seasonal change is in the air. With summer months approaching, military families globally gear up for permanent change of station season. This summer, families aren’t the only ones preparing for adjustments. Joint Base Andrews is going through a spring change of its own as it says goodbye to the prestigious 11th Wing and welcomes the 316th Wing. ... MORE

Members of the 11th Wing furl and case the squadron and group guidons belonging to the 316th Wing during a 316th Wing to 11th Wing mission movement ceremony on Oct. 1, 2010, in Hangar 3 here.

America's Airman: Tech. Sgt. Jilian McGreen
June 5, 2020 — America's Airman: Tech. Sgt. Jilian McGreen... MORE

Refueling During Uncertain Times
June 1, 2020 — Like many, for me the past few weeks have been exhausting. We watched with pride as America triumphantly launched our countrymen into space from U.S. soil for the first time in nearly a decade... MORE

Pharmacy curbside pick-up service ends
June 1, 2020 — 11th Medical Group Pharmacy Curbside Pick-up will no longer be available at Malcolm Grow Medical Center beginning today... MORE

America's Airman: Airman 1st Class Wendy Villarreal
May 29, 2020 — This week's America's Airman is Airman 1st Class Wendy Villarreal... MORE

America's Airman: Staff Sgt. Anastasia Norris
May 22, 2020 — This week's America's Airman is Staff Sgt. Anastasia Norris... MORE

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USAF Band members march at POTUS Jimmy Carter's State Funeral.

Final honors: Air Force Band supports President Carter state funeral events

Military bands, including The U.S. Air Force Band, joined JTF-NCR’s overall support through musical performances at key moments during former President Jimmy Carter’s state funeral Jan. 4-9. Carter, the 39th president of the United States, died Dec...

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The U.S. flag waves in the wind at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 11, 2024. The flag was lowered to half-staff to pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Alex Broome)

Upholding our customs and courtesies: The importance of Reveille and Retreat

As the command chief of the 316th Wing here, I am constantly struck by the dedication and professionalism of our Joint Base Andrews community. Every day, you all do amazing, hard work... and you all make it look so easy!Despite how unique our base...