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316th Wing commander signs 2024 Fire Prevention Week proclamation
October 4, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, signs the Fire Prevention Week proclamation with the help of Sparky the Fire Dog for Fire Prevention Week. This week is nationally observed week dedicated to promoting fire safety and awareness... MORE

JBA Fisher House celebrates 30 years of support
October 4, 2024 — The Joint Base Andrews Fisher House commemorated its 30th anniversary with a celebration event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 26, 2024. The event also honored the legacy of Zachary Fisher, founder of the Fisher House Foundation, on what would have been his birthday. Located within walking distance of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center, the Fisher House offers care for families of active-duty members, veterans, and retirees who receive treatment at the base’s medical facilities or local hospitals. The foundation was created to keep families together during challenging times without the financial burden of lodging expenses... MORE

Joint Base Andrews Fisher House supporters prepare to cut the ceremonial cake during the 30th anniversary event of the Fisher House, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 26, 2024. The event celebrated three decades of unwavering support to military families, highlighting the Fisher House's mission of providing a "home away from home" for those receiving medical care at nearby hospitals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Joint combatives training: Level one
September 26, 2024 — The 744th Communications Squadron partnered with the U.S. Army Combatives Course from Fort George G. Meade for a Army Level I Combatives course certification at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

Shaping multi-capable Airmen: preparing for future battles
September 10, 2024 — For the first time, members from Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, worked together to practice... MORE

D.C. Air National Guard Defends the Lane during Exercise Northern Strike
September 3, 2024 — Exercise Northern Strike promotes the Chief of the National Guard Bureau’s Interoperability objective to highlight training and exercises where units work with joint and civilian partners. DCANG members can train in geographical different locations, along with multiple service components, while maintaining the same proficiency they would at home station... MORE

Three F-16 Fighting Falcon from the 121st Fighter Squadron, District of Columbia Air National Guard fly side-by-side in formation.

316th Inpatient Squadron activated at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
August 30, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. FaLana C. Gideon assumed command of the 316th Inpatient Squadron during an activation ceremony, Friday. The 316th IPTS is the Air Force’s first squadron at Walter Reed... MORE

Lt. Col. FaLana Gideon, right, incoming 316th Inpatient Squadron commander, receives the 316th IPTS guidon from U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy Freisen.

Command of 316th Medical Group changes hands
August 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy G. Friesen assumed command of the 316th Medical Group during a ceremony, Aug. 20. Friesen previously served as the deputy command surgeon for Air Force Central Command at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. Her career also includes leadership positions in both operational and staff assignments, with a particular focus on medical operations and health care strategy. Friesen has served in various roles across the Air Force, including command positions and deployments in support of operations Enduring Freedom and Inherent Resolve, and other key missions... MORE

Joint Base Andrews implements inaugural domestic violence response drill
August 28, 2024 — The 316th Wing inspection team hosted the base’s inaugural scenario-based domestic violence exercise at Freedom Park, Thursday. The exercise included an actor initiating simulated violence against their partner in a public setting, eventually involving base organizations to de-escalate, process and investigate the physical altercation... MORE

An Airman is being pat down by a member of the 316th Security Forces Squadron.

Hugo's last call
August 27, 2024 — Members from the 316th Security Support Squadron came together to honor retired military working dog Hugo at the Veterinary Treatment Facility, Aug. 23. Hugo was relieved from duty in 2021 after serving six years at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada... MORE

Staff Sgt. Joshua Hack walks Hugo into the veterinary treatment facility.

Defenders of America's Airfield: The Elite Guards keeping Joint Base Andrews secure
August 23, 2024 — Joint Base Andrews, commonly known as “America’s Airfield,” is the home of Air Force One, making it one of the U.S. Air Force’s highest visibility bases. The reestablished 316th Security Forces Squadron Elite Guard Section has the duty of protecting the installation as well as the thousands of men and women who visit, work, and live there everyday... MORE

An NCO returns an airman's common access card.

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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...