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Redskins and JBA Team up for Preseason Walk-through
August 26, 2016
Chief Petty Officer Kenneth Zumwalt, Fleet Readiness Center Mid-Atlantic Detachment Washington administration lead, poses for a selfie with DeAngelo Hall, Washington Redskins safety, at the West Fitness Center’s field on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 25, 2016. The practice was followed by an autograph meet and greet with fans as a way for the Redskins to show their appreciation for the men and women in the armed forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
USAF Drill Team performs at Chicago Air and Water Show
August 23, 2016
Staff Sgt. Alexander Wilson, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team member, shows his M1-Garand rifle to the crowd after a four-man performance during the 58th Annual Chicago Air and Water Show on the shoreline of Lake Michigan in Chicago Aug. 21, 2016. The show’s headliners were the USAF Thunderbirds, U.S. Army Golden Knights and the U.S. Navy Leap Frogs. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Ryan J. Sonnier)
Run, Hide, Fight
August 19, 2016
Staff Sgt. Courtney Corral, 11th Security Support Squadron training instructor, briefs members of Joint Base Andrews, Md., during active shooter training at the Jacob E. Smart Building on base, Aug. 17, 2016. The training, held by the 11th SSPTS, instructed attendees on how to react during an active shooter incident in specific office locations. Attendees also had the opportunity to implement the training they learned during an active shooter drill. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
JBA Youth Learn Swim Safety
August 19, 2016
Bobby Broome, swim safety instructor, introduces himself to a youth participant in a swim camp event at the base pool on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2016. Over 50 children attended the event where they learned basic swimming skills and pool safety. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Blood drive held at West Fitness Center
August 18, 2016
Members of Joint Base Andrews donate blood during a drive for the Armed Services Blood Program at the West Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 16, 2016. The ASBP collected blood donations that will be shipped into theater and to medical treatment facilities around the National Capital Region.
ADAPT offers active-duty Airmen a way to recover
August 16, 2016
The Alcohol Drug Abuse Prevention Treatment program promotes readiness, health, and wellness through the prevention and treatment of alcohol and substance misuse and abuse.
National Night Out at JBA
August 4, 2016
Airman 1st Class Alvaro Munarriz, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Department firefighter, assists a youth with a firefighting jacket during a National Night Out event held on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 2, 2016. The event had demonstrations from various units on base, including the 11th CES Fire Department and 11th Security Forces Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
11 WG leadership meet 11th MSG Airmen
August 3, 2016
Col. John Teichert (right), 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, discusses potential gym improvements with Isaac Melendez (left), 11th Force Support Squadron fitness director, at the West Fitness Center on JBA, Md., Aug. 1, 2016. Teichert visited several of the 11th Mission Support Group squadrons to become more familiar with the squadrons’ missions and meet with “America’s Airmen." (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)
Weapons systems training
August 2, 2016
An 11th Security Support Squadron Combat Arms instructor shoots a Barrett M107 rifle at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., July 15, 2016. Joint Base Andrews combat arms instructors shot two weapon systems to familiarize themselves with the weapons to instruct other service members requiring sniper training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)
A family of fliers
July 20, 2016
Capt. Raylind Bergman, 1st Helicopter Squadron instructor pilot and operations assistant flight commander, poses for a photo with his wife, 1st Lt. Alethea Bergman, 79th Medical Wing aerospace and operational physiologist and operations element chief, at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 6, 2016. . The couple met in ROTC, married in 2010, and are expecting their first child this year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)
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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...
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