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Congratulations to the staff sergeant selectees
August 22, 2018 — The Air Force has selected 15,669 senior airmen for promotion to staff sergeant out of 30,651 eligible for a selection rate of 51.12 percent in the 18E5 promotion cycle... MORE

Air Force Promotion Release; 15,669 Airmen selected for staff sergeant

The pipes are calling
August 18, 2018 — The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed during the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo with other performers on the Esplanade of the Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh, Scotland... MORE

JBA hosts education fair
August 17, 2018 — Sifting through countless college websites and admissions brochures can be time-consuming. With all of the choices available to those seeking higher education, choosing the right school can seem like a daunting task... MORE

Senior Airman Alan Daniels, 11th Medical Group cardiopulmonary lab technician, speaks with Bill Snow from Regent University during an education fair at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2018. At each booth, prospective students learned about topics such as admissions processes, degree programs and school offerings. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Abby L. Richardson)

JBA Airman featured in DoD communications campaign
August 14, 2018 — Airman 1st Class Nala Cormier, an 11th Medical Group medical technician here, was recently featured... MORE

JBA’s National Night Out
August 14, 2018 — Airman 1st Class Nala Cormier, 11th Medical Group medical technician, demonstrates the use of... MORE

EFMP campers come together for STEM
August 10, 2018 — Approximately 28 campers attended the 7th Annual Exceptional Family Member Program Summer Camp Experience here Aug. 6-10... MORE

Ethan McMickle, center, and David Clark, right, race their hand-painted derby cars at the 7th Annual Exceptional Family Member Program Summer Camp Experience at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 9, 2018. Camp attendees completed a variety of activities related to STEM throughout the week-long camp. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Abby L. Richardson)

Mobile gyms come to JBA
August 10, 2018 — At first glance, it looks as though someone dropped a shipping container near the Tactical Fitness Center here, and then surrounded it with pull-up bars... MORE

Firefighters extinguish simulated aircraft burn
August 9, 2018 — 11th Civil Engineer Squadron fire and emergency services firefighters battle a simulated aircraft fire during a exercise scenario at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 9, 2018... MORE

The ART of training the total force
August 8, 2018 — In July, the 480th Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance Wing’s ART held a Total Force Integration Conference at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, allowing ART members from throughout the geographically separated Wing to connect for three days with over 160 peers from other services and nations, increase their knowledge of the challenges analysts are facing, and to hone team member’s skills... MORE

The three-day conference allowed Airmen Resiliency Team members from throughout the geographically separated Wing to connect with over 160 peers from other services and nations, increase their knowledge of the challenges analysts are facing, and hone their skills to make a greater impact on the Airmen they support.

Medicare and TRICARE for Life Seminar at JBA Theater – Sept. 21, 2018
August 8, 2018 — Find out about Medicare benefits and eligibility for the TRICARE For Life health plan by attending a Medicare and TRICARE for Life information briefing Sept. 21, from 10-noon, at the base theater... 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...