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JBA K9 handlers ‘paws’ for retirement ceremony
May 1, 2015 — Members of Joint Base Andrews gathered to recognize the accomplishments of three military working dogs during a retirement ceremony held here in their honor, May 1, 2015.Sam, Guero, and Besy served approximately seven years each under the care of their handlers at the 11th Security Support Squadron, with the exception of Besy, whose career started... MORE

Guero, military working dog, yawns after receiving his Meritorious Service Medal during a retirement ceremony on Joint Base Andrews, Md., May 1, 2015. After being officially retired during the ceremony, Guero left with his new adoptive family. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Media Release: UH-1N returns to JBA after precautionary landing
April 30, 2015 — A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron based at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland that made a precautionary landing near William Ramsay Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia, returned to base at 1:50 p.m., April 30, 2015.The precautionary landing at the school was in response to a transmission warning light and the aircraft... MORE

Media Release: UH-1N Precautionary Landing
April 30, 2015 — A UH-1N Huey helicopter assigned to the 1st Helicopter Squadron based at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland made a precautionary landing near William Ramsay Elementary School in Alexandria, Virginia at 10:43 a.m.The precautionary landing was in response to a transmission warning light and the aircraft landed safely. There were seven personnel on... MORE

Air Force Band performs at White House
April 28, 2015 — MORE

Capt. Joseph Hansen, U.S. Air Force Concert Band conductor and flight commander, leads the band during a White House Garden Tour Concert in Washington, D.C., April 26, 2015. Two weekends a year, visitors can listen to music while viewing the South Lawn and the gardens of the White House. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Japanese Prime Minister visits U.S.
April 28, 2015 — MORE

A Japanese Air Self Defense Force 747 arrives at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 27, 2015. Shinzō Abe, Japanese Prime Minister, is in the U.S. for a week-long visit to promote stronger military and economic ties. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Support available to deploying parents
April 28, 2015 — The Military and Family Support Center hosted a session about the impact of deployment on children April 13, 2015, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland.Two Military and Family Life Counselors spoke to the group about the behaviors and emotions that some kids display while a parent is deployed.Since 1986, the military has designated April as the Month of... MORE

NCR Round Up connects community interests
April 27, 2015 — Military members and their families gathered at the Community Commons on Joint Base Andrews, Md., for the National Capital Region Round Up, April 24, 2015.The NCR Round Up aimed to help military members and dependents connect with others in the community who share similar hobbies."We wanted to help bring people together via their interests," said... MORE

Commons cultivates community
April 24, 2015 — The Community Commons opening was held on Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, April 24, 2015.JBA was selected by the Air Force as one of two test sites for the Air Force Community Commons project."[The Community Commons is] a place where military members, their families and visitors to JBA can come for one-stop shopping to build community, relax and find... MORE

A crowd gathers for the grand opening of the Community Commons at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 24, 2015. The Community Commons aims to foster a deeper sense of community on JBA. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

JBA Airmen recognized for Air Force Installation Excellence
April 24, 2015 — MORE

Col. Brad Hoagland, 11th Wing/Joint Base Andrews commander, speaks to Team Andrews members after recognizing the 2015 Air Force Special Recognition nominees at The Courses at Andrews, Md., April 22, 2015. The special recognition category is a secretary of defense award, recognizing units, teams and individuals for exemplary achievement in support of installation excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Children plant flowers for Earth Day at JBA
April 23, 2015 — MORE

A child watches her classmates as they repot flowers at the Child Development Center II at Joint Base Andrews, Md., for Earth Day, April 22, 2015. The children repotted pansies and marigolds inside, with plans to plant sunflower seeds outside in the near future. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Notice of Availability Draft Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact/Finding of No Practical Alternative for Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland
April 22, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland (JBA) announces the availability of and invites public comments on the Draft Environmental Assessment (EA) and Finding of No Significant Impact/Finding of No Practical Alternative (FONSI/FONPA) for repair of the airfield storm drainage system at JBA. The Draft EA and FONSI/FONPA have been... MORE

Port Dawgs off the chain
April 20, 2015 — The sun has reached its zenith on a hot spring day. Camouflage trucks back up in-line with the ramp of a C-17 Globemaster III sitting on the Joint Base Andrews flightline; oil and sweat bring a faint tang to the breeze blowing eastward across the asphalt bathed in sunlight unfiltered by overcast or clouds. The truck is pulling cargo: generators... MORE

A C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst loaded with U.S. Army cargo bound for Romania sits on the flightline at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 15, 2015. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

TMO changes office hours for PCS season
April 14, 2015 — The 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron's Traffic Management Office is scheduled to change its operating hours starting April 16, 2015, through the end of September.During the summer months each year, there is a significant increase of service members who PCS."Usually, peak PCS season is from mid-April to the very end of September," said Master Sgt... MORE

Airman 1st Class James Asilevi, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron Traffic Management journeyman, assists Lt. Col Rod Chandler, 150th Special Operations Squadron detachment commander, as he signs in at the 11th LRS Traffic Management Office April 20, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. During the summer months, there is a significant increase of service members who visit TMO as they change duty stations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Preston Webb)

Drill team showcases new routine
April 14, 2015 — MORE

The United States Air Force Honor Guard performs during the Joint Service Drill Exhibition in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2015. The Old Guard, Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and Naval Academy’s drill team also performed during the event. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Air Force Surgeon General visits 79 MDW
April 13, 2015 — MORE

Lt. Gen. Thomas Travis, United States Air Force Surgeon General, talks to Airmen during an all call at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 7, 2015. In this capacity, Travis advises the Secretary of the Air Force, Air Force Chief of Staff and Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs on aspects pertaining to the health of Air Force members. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

Chief Cody shares thoughts at First Sergeant’s Symposium
April 10, 2015 — MORE

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody speaks at the Air Force District of Washington’s First Sergeant’s Symposium, April 9, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews, Md. Approximately 130 first sergeants attended the course. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Recycling Center keeps JBA green
April 7, 2015 — The recycling center reminds Team Andrews that recycling is not only an Air Force requirement, but also a Department of Defense obligation."Installation recycling programs remain important in several ways; they ensure we address requirements to meet solid waste diversion goals," Col. Dean Hartman, Mission Support Group commander, said. "They... MORE

Rick Coleman, Joint Base Andrews Recycle Center lead recycling technician, loads cardboard onto a baler here, April 2, 2015. The recycling center is committed to keeping JBA green by reminding members that the Air Force mandates base units to divert 60 percent of solid waste into reusable or recycled material. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

‘Capital Guardians’ keep alert
April 7, 2015 — MORE

Known as the ‘Capital Guardians’, the 113th Wing on Joint Base Andrews, Md., is responsible for the air defense of the nation’s capital. The alert unit was created in response to the September 11, terrorist attack on the United States in 2001. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant)

JBA holds 1st Sergeant Symposium
April 7, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews is holding an Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building, April 6-9, 2015.The symposium aims to train and inspire those with first sergeant responsibilities."The focus is to empower our leaders, tech. sgt. and above, to be better first sergeants and better leaders," said Chief Master Sgt. Henry Hayes, Air... MORE

Joint Base Andrews holds at the Additional Duty First Sergeant Symposium at the Smart Building, April 7, 2015. The symposium covers a variety of subjects related to first sergeant responsibilities. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Airman 1st Class J.D. Maidens)

'Purple Up' for Month of the Military Child
April 3, 2015 — The Child Development Center's staff and children kicked-off Month of the Military Child with a "Purple Parade, April 1-3, 2015.During the parade the children marched around the CDCs holding signs and sporting purple to show their pride in being military children.The MoMC, established in 1986 by former Secretary of Defense Casper Wienberg, aims to... MORE

Staff Sgt. Nicole Green, Air Force District of Washington protocol specialist and her daughter pose for a photo after participating in the “Purple Parade” at Child Development Center II at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 2, 2015. The parade symbolized the start of Month of the Military Child. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Nichelle Anderson)

11 LRS ensures vehicle ops
April 3, 2015 — MORE

Airman 1st Class Michael Sabala, 11th Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintainer, tests car fuses using a voltmeter at Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 2, 2015. A voltmeter is used to measure the amount of voltage passing between two points. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Ryan J. Sonnier)

JBA 5K starts April SAAM events
April 1, 2015 — Joint Base Andrews' Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program hosted Run with Color 5K to kick off the multiple events scheduled for Sexual Assault Awareness Month, April 1, 2015."It was our first year doing the color run and it was a great turn out," Andrea Verdino, JBA SAPR program manager said.More than 200 joint-service members... MORE

Senior Airman Alana Dadlez, 11th Comptrollers Squadron permanent change of station team lead, runs during the Run with Color 5k on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 1, 2015. The JBA Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program hosted the 5K to kick-off Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/ Senior Airman Nesha Humes)

Andrews Airmen prepare for AMC Rodeo
March 31, 2015 — Members of the 11th Security Forces Squadron will send a team to the Air Mobility Command Rodeo, slated for Aug. 9-13, 2015, at McChord Field, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington.The rodeo is a biennial competition featuring the best aerial teams in the world. Challenges include airdrop, air refueling, security forces, aerial port, flight... MORE

Air Mobility Rodeo 2011 takes place July 24 to 29, 2011, at McChord Field on Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash. (U.S. Air Force Graphic)

All-female flight crew flies for Women's History Month
March 31, 2015 — MORE

Lt. Col. Anne-Marie Contreras, 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot, displays a “Rosie the Riveter” patch on her helmet during a training exercise, March 31, 2015, on Joint Base Andrews. The flight consisted of low-altitude training, with one helicopter crew made up of all females in honor of Women’s History Month. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

Andrews named Air Force Installation Excellence Award winner
March 30, 2015 — Air Force officials announced Joint Base Andrews, Maryland as the 2015 Air Force Installation Excellence Award winner March 25.Andrews was named as one of two finalists in November 2014, and competed at the Air Force level against Royal Air Force Lakenheath, United Kingdom. A selection board consisting of four colonels visited both bases in January... MORE

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