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11th CES educates JBA during National Preparedness Month
September 27, 2017 — The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency managers educated Joint Base Andrews members on preparation for potential contingencies at the Base Exchange here, Sept. 22 to celebrate National Preparedness Month... MORE

Take action to make a smooth transition with TRICARE in 2018
September 25, 2017 — You may be wondering what action you need to take, if any, to ensure you continue TRICARE coverage in 2018. Some beneficiaries will need to take action, but most will not. If you’re currently enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE coverage on Dec. 31, 2017, you’ll transition to your respective TRICARE plan on Jan. 1, 2018. If you want to enroll in a TRICARE plan or change coverage after Jan. 1, 2018, you’ll need to take action to enroll in the plan of your choice... MORE

Take action to make a smooth transition with TRICARE in 2018
September 19, 2017 — You may be wondering what action you need to take, if any, to ensure you continue TRICARE coverage in 2018. Some beneficiaries will need to take action, but most will not. If you’re currently enrolled in or eligible for TRICARE coverage on Dec. 31, 2017, you’ll transition to your respective TRICARE plan on Jan. 1, 2018. If you want to enroll in a TRICARE plan or change coverage after Jan. 1, 2018, you’ll need to take action to enroll in the plan of your choice... MORE

America’s Airfield showcases 70 years of air superiority
September 18, 2017 — The 2017 JBA Air Show: America’s Air and Space Expo, which was held from Sept 15 to 17, commemorated the U.S. Air Force’s 70th Birthday by highlighting decades of breaking barriers... MORE

Golden Knights descend into America’s Air Show
September 17, 2017 — Sgt. Dusty Gebhardt, U.S. Army Parachute Team “Golden Knights” member, poses for a photograph during... MORE

JBA showcases air power for POTUS
September 17, 2017 — President Donald Trump visited Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, to thank service members on behalf of the American people for their dedication to the nation, Sept. 15... MORE

FLOTUS visits military children
September 17, 2017 — First Lady Melania Trump’s focus on the well-being of children led her to visit the Youth Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 15... MORE

Melania Trump waves at a group of children.

CSAF visits JBA Air Show
September 16, 2017 — Chief of Staff of the Air Force, Gen. David L. Goldfein shakes hands with Col. E. John Teichert,... MORE

Suicide prevention month: stopping suicide is everyone’s battle
September 16, 2017 — September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time for Americans to build awareness and help understand... MORE

September: Suicide Awareness Month
September 16, 2017 — September is Suicide Awareness Month, and it’s an opportunity to increase public awareness about the... 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...