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AFE shop 'last to let you down'
June 2, 2015
Staff Sgt. Jennifer Francis, 811th Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment technician, cleans an HGU-56/P helmet on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 26, 2015. Helmets are inspected every 90-days to ensure they are safe and in good condition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
Defenders graduate tactical training course
May 27, 2015
Emergency services members from the National Capital Region pose for a class photo at the Prince George County emergency services course, held April 27 through May 15, 2015, in Prince George County, Md. Five Airmen from the 11th Security Forces Group at Joint Base Andrews attended the course and received the Most Fit Team Award. (courtesy photo)
CAP cadets experience flight
May 26, 2015
Rick Micker, right, Congressional Squadron member, Civil Air Patrol, gives a pre-flight lesson to Andrews Composite Squadron cadets for their orientation flight at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 23, 2015. During the pre-flight inspection, Micker taught cadets how to check the weight and balance of the aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
U.S. Air Force Honor Guard remembers fallen
May 26, 2015
Local community members watch the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard march during the 51st Annual Memorial Day Parade in Commerce City, Colo., May 25, 2015. The Honor Guard marched in the Memorial Day parade to honor the men and women that gave their lives in service to their country. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb/Released)
Drill Team performs at Coors Field
May 24, 2015
Members of the United States Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team high-five local community members at Coors Field in Denver, Colo., May 24, 2015. The Drill Team promotes the Air Force mission by showcasing drill performances at public and military venues to recruit, retain and inspire Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Preston Webb/RELEASED)
Technical sergeant promotion release delayed to allow system validation
May 21, 2015
1 HS responds in HURCON exercise
May 21, 2015
A UH-1N Twin Huey takes off during a Hurricane Exercise at Camp Dawson, W.Va., May 15, 2015. The exercise was part of natural disaster preparedness training. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)
DCA welcomes Northeast Indiana Honor Flight
May 20, 2015
Francis Scott Key Elementary School students cheer for the arrival of the Northeast Indiana Honor Flight at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Va., May 20, 2015. The Honor Flight Network is a non-profit organization created to honor America’s veterans for their sacrifices by bringing them to visit and reflect at their memorials. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
11 CONS wins AF award
May 20, 2015
Members of the 11th Contracting Squadron pose for a photo at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 10, 2015. The 11 CONS won the 2014 Air Force Outstanding Contracting Unit (Small) Award. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)
Outdoor recreation: enjoy the great outdoors this summer
May 20, 2015
The 11th Force Support Squadron’s Outdoor Recreation Center has approximately 3,000 items that can be checked out to active, guard, reserve and retired military, dependents and Department of Defense civilians. For more information, call Outdoor Recreation at 301-981-5663. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham/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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