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Legacy fuels the future at Andrews air show
September 19, 2025 — U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force honor guard members marched in close formation, bearing the U.S. and service flags with measured steps as they presented the colors — a solemn tradition that signaled respect and set the stage for the National Anthem. As the honor guard posted, faces turned upward as white trails curled across the sky above Joint Base Andrews, marking the path of a small aerobatic aircraft. The trails circled tighter, the engine’s rhythmic hum growing louder with each pass, almost as if in harmony with the rising notes of the National Anthem... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds perform precision aerial maneuvers during the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show.

Welcome to Andrews!
September 12, 2025 — Friends and neighbors, On behalf of Joint Base Andrews, welcome to this year’s Air Show! We are honored to open our gates to you and your families to share in the history, excellence, and innovation of military aviation. This year’s theme, “Where Legacy Fuels the Future,” reflects our commitment to honoring the generations who came before us while inspiring those who will carry our mission forward... MORE

U.S. Air Force Service Member speaks into a microphone he is holding with his left hand while in front of an American flag.

Welcome to the show!
September 12, 2025 — Welcome community guests! On behalf of the entire Air Show team, it is my honor to welcome you to the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show! We are proud to present a spectacular lineup of performances that showcase the strength, skill, and precision of the U.S. military. Whether this is your first air show or you’re a returning guest, we’re thrilled to have you join us for this unforgettable experience... MORE

U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James Bowron, 316th Wing chief of safety, reviews memorandums of agreement for the 2025 Andrews Air Show at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Aug. 12, 2025. As the air show director, Bowron coordinates a team of over 100 service members and civilian contractors to ensure that the 2025 Andrews Air Show goes to plan.

Air show impacts for base residents, employees
September 9, 2025 — The 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show kicks off this weekend, with more than 100,000 visitors from across the Nation’s Capital expected to attend... MORE

AFOSI urges vigilance ahead of JB Andrews Air Show
August 19, 2025 — That’s why the Air Force Office of Special Investigations (AFOSI) is calling on everyone attending this year’s JB Andrews Air Show to keep their eyes open and report anything suspicious, pointing to evolving global threats and the power of community vigilance. ... MORE

U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” come to a stop on Joint Base Andrews, Md. May 9, 2019.

Notice to the Public: Temporary Closure of the Suitland Parkway from Forestville Road to MD-4 Pennsylvania Avenue
August 18, 2025 — At the request of the US Air Force (USAF), the National Park Service is imposing a temporary closure of the Suitland Parkway, from Forestville Road to MD-4 Pennsylvania Avenue, during the Joint Base Andrews Air Show... MORE

Countdown is on: 30 days until Joint Base Andrews Air Show
August 13, 2025 — For the first time in three years, the Joint Base Andrews Air Show returns to the Nation’s Capital, Sept. 13-14, featuring military and civilian aerial demonstrations, static displays, STEAM expo, and performances by the U.S. Air Force Band and Honor Guard... MORE

This graphic announces 30 days until the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Air Show, created at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 13, 2025.

What's the BEEF?
July 17, 2025 — On July 3, 2025, Joint Base Andrews hosted its inaugural Prime BEEF Olympics, a skills-based competition designed to boost deployment readiness for Airmen assigned to the 316th Civil Engineer Squadron... MORE

Senior Airman Kervee Mendoza, operates a 10K all-terrain forklift.

Andrews powers joint operations for Army’s 250th in the Nation’s Capital
June 18, 2025 — Joint Base Andrews played a pivotal role in supporting the U.S. Army’s 250th birthday celebration in Washington, D.C., providing lodging, logistics, and flightline operations for more than 2,100 soldiers and nearly 50 Army aircraft... MORE

U.S. Army AH-64 Apache helicopters assigned to the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade park on the flight line.

2025 Small Business Summit forges stronger partnerships
June 12, 2025 — Local small businesses, contracting professionals, and community leaders gathered at Joint Base Andrews on May 30 for the 2025 Small Business Summit, an annual event aimed at building lasting relationships between small businesses and the installation... MORE

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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...