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America's Airman: SrA Cortney Williams
December 27, 2019 — What's your full name, job title and unit? SrA Cortney Williams, Aerospace Medical Technician,... MORE

With the stroke of a pen, U.S. Space Force becomes a reality
December 20, 2019 — President Trump signed into law Dec. 20 the sprawling, $738 billion defense bill, making history by creating the Space Force as a stand-alone, sixth branch of the U.S. military and guaranteeing for the first time 12 weeks of paid parental leave for federal workers... MORE

America's Airman: SSgt Brandon Field
December 20, 2019 — What's your full name, job title and unit? Brandon Field, NCOIC Small Air Terminal 11LRSWhat's your... MORE

World Series trophy comes to JBA
December 19, 2019 — Air Force District of Washington hosted a Washington Nationals World Series trophy display event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 17, 2019. The event featuring Nationals first baseman Ryan Zimmerman was organized to boost the relationship between the team and military members. Zimmerman and the trophy traveled to the 1st Helicopter Squadron and the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard, for a meet and greet. Airmen and civilians were invited to take pictures of the trophy and receive autographs from Zimmerman... MORE

Air Force Maj. Gen. Ricky N. Rupp, 320th Air Expeditionary Wing and Air Force District of Washington commander, speaks to attendees at a World Series trophy display at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 17, 2019. The Washington Nationals won the 2019 World Series and brought the trophy to JBA to connect with base personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Spencer Slocum)

America's Airman: Amn Laken Rohrer
December 13, 2019 — What's your full name, job title and unit? Amn Laken Lynn Rohrer, Religious Affairs Airman, 11... MORE

1 HS celebrates 50th anniversary at gala event
December 12, 2019 — The 1st Helicopter Squadron here celebrated its 50th anniversary with a gala on base Dec. 6, 2019. The 1st HS has approximately 120 aircrew members, 22 helicopters and flies over 5,000 mission hours. July 1, 1969 the U.S. Air Force activated the 1st HS to assume control of a proud past of helicopter operations at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, and JBA. Since its activation, the unit has provided local airlift for senior military, civilian leaders, high-ranking dignitaries, distinguished visitors, Defense Support of Civil Authorities and emergency medical evacuation... MORE

Guests mingle during the 1st Helicopter Squadron's 50th anniversary gala at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 6, 2019.

First sergeant overcomes adversity; retires with former diamond
December 12, 2019 — As Senior Master Sgt. Steven Bradley speaks during a resiliency lunch at the Club on Joint Base... MORE

America's Airman: Capt Johnathon Harris
December 6, 2019 — What's your full name, job title and unit? Johnathon D. Harris, Executive Officer UH-1N Evaluator... MORE

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JBA Airman finds happiness in AFW2 program
December 4, 2019 — As Capt. Jennifer Hays, wounded warrior and 11th Medical Support Squadron patient, sits in a chair... MORE

America's Airman: SrA Cameron Browning
December 3, 2019 — What's your full name, job title and unit? SrA Cameron Jordon Browning, Area Supervisor, 811 SFS,... MORE

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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...