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JBA retires HQ U.S. Flag
March 24, 2015
Team Andrews members prepare to retire one of the installation flags located in front of the Jones Building on Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 23, 2015. According to the U.S. Flag code, “the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)
Surgical center solves peeper problems
March 20, 2015
Capt. Frank Cumbie, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot, sits still while a Technolas Orbscan is taken of the his eye March 18, 2015, in Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center on Joint Base Andrews, MD. The Orbscan measures multiple regions within the patient’s eye to provide critical information to surgical staff prior to a Photorefractive Keratectomy procedure. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)
St Patrick's Parade 2015
March 18, 2015
Master Sgt. Daniel Valadie, drum major, prepares to march down Constitution Ave., Washington, D.C., as part of the 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Parade, March 15, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)
Fueling the force
March 17, 2015
Master Sgt. Chris Sutton, 166th Airlift Wing crew chief and Kristen Huffman, Akima Technological Solutions fuels distribution system operator, reel a gas hose after refueling an aircraft on the Joint Base Andrews flightline, Maryland, March 16, 2015. Akima services the 11th Wing, 89th Airlift Wing, Naval Air Facility Washington and the 459th Air Refueling Wing aircrafts around the clock. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Nesha Humes)
Military members gain priority at MPF
March 17, 2015
Airman 1st Class Jacob Pounds, 11th Force Support Squadron customer service technician, completes a customer's request for a new ID card on Joint Base Andrews, MD, March 16, 2015,. The Military Personnel Flight recently began prioritizing military members needing new Common Access Cards during lunch hours Monday and Friday to greatly reduce the wait time for uniform wearers while also reducing overall wait time. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)
Preparing future leaders
March 17, 2015
Senior Airman Richard Mirabal, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron explosive ordnance disposal technician, briefs several Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets during a tour at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 16, 2015. The tour is held several times a month and is designed to immerse cadets in their respective career fields prior to active service. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Chad C. Strohmeyer/Released)
High Price for dope on JBA
March 11, 2015
Feb. 26, 2015, the District of Columbia legalized marijuana; however, its use is still against federal law and the Uniform Code of Military Justice. Service members stationed at Joint Base Andrews are advised to be aware and avoid any exposure to the drug. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rau/Released)
Joint-service band tours Idaho, Mo.
March 10, 2015
CDC children "Defeat Monster Mouth"
March 4, 2015
Aahmir Elmore practices tooth brushing techniques during a demonstration at the Child Development Center for National Children’s Dental Health Month on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Feb. 26, 2015. The 779th Dental Squadron held an interactive demonstration to educate JBA children on dental hygiene. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)
Freedom Hall nominated two years in a row for Hennessy Award
February 27, 2015
Art Ritter, Hennessey Trophy Award evaluator speaks with patrons at the Freedom Hall Dining Facility Feb. 20, 2015. Ritter was one of three evaluators assessing the DFAC in five categories: kitchen operations; serving and dining operations; training, personnel, and readiness; sanitation, repair and maintenance; and management. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)
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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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