Press Releases

PRESS RELEASE: Upcoming sUAS flights over Joint Base Andrews
June 10, 2025 — From Jun. 10-13, the Civil Air Patrol, in support of Air Forces Northern, will conduct calibration flights with small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) over Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and Joint Base Andrews. The purpose of these flights is to test the integration of various sensors and systems. To ensure a safe and efficient operation, all flights have been carefully scheduled and coordinated in advance... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Army 250th Birthday Festival and Parade – Military Aircraft
June 10, 2025 — U.S. Army Military District of Washington will be participating in the U.S. Army 250th Birthday Festival and Parade, Saturday, June 14, 2025. Due to the incoming military aircraft to support operations, you will notice an increase in noise from June 10-15, 2025. The celebration will include several aerial performances from aircraft such as, the UH-60 Black Hawk, AH-64 Apache and the CH-47 Chinook... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Joint Base Andrews announces 2025 Air Show
May 21, 2025 — Joint Base Andrews will host its highly anticipated Air Show on September 13-14, 2025, featuring military and civilian aerial demonstrations, static aircraft displays, STEAM ground exhibits, and military band and honor guard performances... MORE

MEDIA ADVISORY: President Biden to depart Joint Base Andrews in sendoff ceremony
January 17, 2025 — President Joseph R. Biden Jr. and First Lady Jill Biden will depart from Joint Base Andrews in a sendoff ceremony on Monday, Jan. 20 following the presidential inauguration. President Biden will deliver his first speech as a former President of the United States and be farewelled by those who served in his Administration. Following the speech, President Biden and Dr. Biden will ceremonially depart with full honors... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Upcoming sUAS flights over Joint Base Andrews
January 12, 2025 — From Jan. 13-15, the Civil Air Patrol, in support of Air Forces Northern, will conduct calibration flights with small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) over Joint Base Andrews. The purpose of these flights is to test the integration of various sensors and systems. To ensure a safe and efficient operation, all flights have been carefully scheduled and coordinated in advance... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Joint Base Andrews breaks ground on $25M child development center
December 10, 2024 — A new era of childcare and family support began today at Joint Base Andrews as leaders and community members celebrated the groundbreaking of a new Child Development Center (CDC), Dec. 10. The 26,000-square-foot facility, scheduled for completion in 2026, will create 80 new childcare provider positions, invest $25 million in local businesses, and serve over 160 military children — representing a significant investment in the quality of life for military families and the regional community. ... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree stops at Joint Base Andrews before lighting
December 3, 2024 — B-Roll is now available of the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree passing through Joint Base Andrews on Thursday, Nov. 21st. The base was the tree’s final stop before heading to the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol for the holiday season. The tree will be lit on Dec. 3rd... MORE

UPDATE: JBA to Lift Lockdown at 6 p.m.
March 30, 2023 — At approximately 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 30, Joint Base Andrews initiated lockdown procedures after an armed individual was reported near base housing. This is not an active shooter situation, as no shots have been fired. There are no reported injuries or deaths... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Joint Base Andrews lowers health protection condition
June 29, 2020 — Joint Base Andrews lowered its health protection condition (HPCON) at 5 a.m. this morning to better align with the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on the base and the local community... MORE

PRESS RELEASE: Jordan donates personal protective equipment at Joint Base Andrews for COVID-19 response
June 23, 2020 — Personal protective equipment donated by the Jordanian government to support COVID-19 response efforts arrived on Joint Base Andrews this afternoon. The Federal Emergency Management Agency will distribute the supplies to various states throughout the country. ... MORE