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SLAT enriches JBA leaders’ understanding of America’s Airfield
October 8, 2021 — Senior leaders across Joint Base Andrews (JBA) representing various mission sets participated in the first Senior Leader Airfield Tour (SLAT) here Aug. 26, 2021... MORE

Senior leaders hear about the current status and major projects on the flightline known as “America’s Airfield” from subject matter experts (SMEs) representing joint partners at Joint Base Andrews during the first Senior Leader Airfield Tour (SLAT) at JBA, Md., Aug. 26, 2021.

"No Heat, No Cool" Fall 2021
October 1, 2021 — The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron (CES) will initiate an installation-wide "No Heat/No Cool" (NHNC) period to enable the switching of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) units from cooling to heating mode... MORE

The 316th Civil Engineer Squadron will initiate an installation-wide "No Heat/No Cool" period from Oct. 15 - Nov. 30, 2021, weather permitting, to assist in switching heating, ventilation and air conditioning units from cooling to heating modes.

CMSSF Towberman visits JBA ALS Airmen
October 1, 2021 — U.S. Chief Master Sergeant of the Space Force Roger A. Towberman visited an Airman Leadership School class at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 1, 2021... MORE

CMSSF Towberman visits the JBA ALS Airmen

1st Heli staying ready for anything
September 24, 2021 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron along with firefighters from the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron held a live rescue and egress training on the flightline, Sept. 16, 2021. ... MORE

The 1st Helicopter Squadron along with firefighters from the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron held a live rescue and egress training on the flightline, Sept. 16, 2021.

Joint Base Andrews honorary commanders tour 113th Wing
September 20, 2021 — Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, hosted a tour of the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard for the JBA Honorary Commanders (HCCs) Program on Sept. 14, 2021... MORE

Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, Col. Michael Oliver, 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard vice commander, 316th Wing senior leaders, and Joint Base Andrews honorary commanders pose in front of a 121st Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon during the Honorary Commanders Program quarterly visit at JBA, Md., Sept. 14, 2021.

JBA’s CDCs and caretakers show resilience through COVID-19
September 13, 2021 — For most people, March 11, 2020 was when the COVID-19 crisis first became real... MORE

Child-care providers and children from Child Development Center 2 stand together after the Month of the Military Child parade on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 24, 2020. Some of the providers are wearing purple as a visible way to show support and thank military youth for their strength and sacrifices. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jared Duhon)

JBA community remembers lives lost on 9/11, 20 years later
September 10, 2021 — Military and community members gathered for a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at Hangars 6 and 7 here, today... MORE

A flight of four 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Hueys conduct a flyover during the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony held at Joint Base Andrews, Md., on Sept. 10, 2021.

UVA ROTC cadets take flight
August 31, 2021 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron flew more than 50 cadets from the University of Virginia's ROTC Detachment 890 here, Aug. 27, 2021... MORE

The University of Virginia's Det. 890 ROTC cadets board a helicopter flown by two 1st Helicopter Squadron pilots.

Washington Football Team takes field at JBA
August 27, 2021 — The Washington Football Team held a preseason practice at the Tactical Fitness Center field here today... MORE

The Washington Football Team holds a preseason practice at the Tactical Fitness Center field, Aug. 27, 2021, Joint Base Andrews, Md.

DoD Releases Revamped Tenant Bill of Rights
August 26, 2021 — The Department of Defense revised the Military Privatized Housing Initiative Tenant Bill of Rights, including all 18 tenant rights, and made it available for residents Aug. 1, 2021... MORE

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

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jovan Berry, poses for a portrait.

How a Lifetime of Training Saved a Life

“You better not die; the kids would be so mad.” It’s a surreal scene. The smell of a small, old bathroom, the endless noise of security forces over the radio. A man, blue in the face, face down on the floor in a dire medical situation. And a...

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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...