5th Helicopter Squadron ceremony takes place on JBA

U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 5th Helicopter Squadron render their first salute as an activated squadron during a squadron activation ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 27, 2026. Airmen from across the installation attended the ceremony to witness the formal activation of the 5 HS. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Mauricio Hidalgo)