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U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force “Top Cops” meet on JBA
November 25, 2025 — For the first time in the 72-year alliance between the United States and the Republic of Korea, the countries’ “Top Cops,” their senior Air Force military police officers, met to strengthen the relationship between their branches, exchange perspectives on shared regional security challenges, and commit to exploring future training exchange opportunities...

NCO to officer: Former NCO’s passion for food leads him down serendipitous path toward commission
November 20, 2025 — In a way, U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Dustyn N. Neese’s passion for food helped lead him to his commission. Neese, now the 316th Force Support Squadron sustainment flight commander, enlisted in 2009 as a targeting analyst. By 2020, he was a technical sergeant returning to Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia, for a second tour after three years in the Republic of Korea...

CMSSF Bentivegna engages with Guardians at new Space Delta 13 headquarters
November 14, 2025 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Space Force John Bentivegna visited Space Delta 13 headquarters at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 9, 2025...

E-7A Wedgetail flies from a land down under to support 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show
September 29, 2025 — An aircrew from the Royal Australian Air Force made the longest journey to the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show by bringing their E-7A Wedgetail aircraft for static display Sept. 12-14, 2025...

Winnin’ Like a Griffin: Senior Airman Andrew Caballero
September 22, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Andrew Caballero, a radar, airfield and weather systems journeyman assigned to the 316th Operations Support Squadron, is recognized for Winnin' Like a Griffin at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sep. 17, 2025. Caballero epitomizes an Airmanship mindset, masters his craft and continually strives to improve his squadron. Winnin' Like a Griffin is a 316th Wing program that highlights Airmen who demonstrate excellence, teamwork and commitment to the mission...

Legacy fuels the future at Andrews air show
September 19, 2025 — U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force honor guard members marched in close formation, bearing the U.S. and service flags with measured steps as they presented the colors — a solemn tradition that signaled respect and set the stage for the National Anthem. As the honor guard posted, faces turned upward as white trails curled across the sky above Joint Base Andrews, marking the path of a small aerobatic aircraft. The trails circled tighter, the engine’s rhythmic hum growing louder with each pass, almost as if in harmony with the rising notes of the National Anthem...

Slow is smooth, smooth is safe
September 18, 2025 — Several speed limit signs on Joint Base Andrews were replaced to improve driving safety across the base in support of the wing’s reduced-speed campaign, Sept. 12, 2025. Driving speeds have been reduced from 45 mph to 35 mph in these areas. Distracted driving and speeding on base have been targeted in this campaign to promote safe driving.

Area school children show off creativity in air show art contest
September 17, 2025 — Students from schools in the area put their creativity to the test in a recent art contest to design a logo commemorating this year’s air show...

Andrews competes in the 2025 Battle of the Bases Championship Game
September 16, 2025 — The Joint Base Andrews intramural softball team completed against Marine Base Quantico in the Battle of the Bases Championship Game at Nationals Park, Washington, D.C., Sept. 13, 2025...

Welcome to Andrews!
September 12, 2025 — Friends and neighbors, On behalf of Joint Base Andrews, welcome to this year’s Air Show! We are honored to open our gates to you and your families to share in the history, excellence, and innovation of military aviation. This year’s theme, “Where Legacy Fuels the Future,” reflects our commitment to honoring the generations who came before us while inspiring those who will carry our mission forward...

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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...

Commentary

Lt. Col. Jonathan Bonilla gives remarks during the 5th HS activation ceremony.

Joint Base Andrews

Excellence is not optional

Thank you all for being here today to witness this historic moment. Today is about much more than an assumption of command. Today marks the beginning of a new chapter in Air Force rotary-wing history.And to the Airmen of the Fifth Helicopter...