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779 AMDS tests preparedness
September 11, 2015
Members of the 1st Helicopter Squadron carry a litter to a UH-1N Twin Huey at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 10, 2015. The exercise tested a variety of preparedness aspects including first response and transporting patients to ambulances and helicopters. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens/released)
JBA pays tribute on 9/11
September 11, 2015
Members of Joint Base Andrews, Md., pay tribute to the first responders and victims of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, during a Patriot's Day Reveille Ceremony at Heritage Park, here, Sept. 11, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson/released)
POTUS talks to troops
September 11, 2015
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Virtual reality enhancing defenders
September 10, 2015
The 11th Security Forces Squadron on Joint Base Andrews uses a projection system, Milo, to run through different simulated use of force scenarios to better prepare themselves for possible real world responses. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
During disaster -- too late to plan
September 10, 2015
An emergency kit stands ready Sept. 10, 2015, for National Preparedness Month on Joint Base Andrews, Md. According to Ready.gov, an emergency kit should contain first aid supplies, enough food and water to last 72 hours, personal medications, printed maps or an atlas, any important documents, and radios and flashlights with plenty of batteries or crank power. (U.S. Air Force photo illustration by Senior Airman Preston Webb)
Staying on target
September 1, 2015
The combat arms training and maintenance facility on Joint Base Andrews trains Airmen who are deploying on several types of weapons systems. The training starts out with three hours of classroom instruction with the remaining time spent on the live fire range.
Redskins Walkthrough JBA
August 31, 2015
The Washington Redskins conducted a walkthrough practice at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 28, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
USAF Honor Guard wraps-up international performances
August 28, 2015
The United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performs during The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on the Esplanade of the Edinburgh Castle in Edinburgh; Scotland Aug. 17; 2015. This is the 66th production of the tattoo and it welcomes more than 220; 000 spectators from around the world for more than 3 weeks. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson/Released)
Remember their courage
August 28, 2015
Two UH-1N Twin Hueys from the 1st Helicopter Squadron fly by the Washington Memorial, Washington D.C., Aug. 28, 2015. The helicopters flew for the Vietnam Helicopter Crew Members Association Memorial Service Flyover. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)
Captain Equestrian
August 27, 2015
Capt. Lindsey Colburn, 11th Wing executive officer, has been riding horses since she was seven and never looked back. Her current horse, Soon, was once a champion racehorse and is now retired at Leighton Farm in Upper Marlboro, Md. (U.S. Air Force photo-illustration by Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer)(Released)
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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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