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Tactical Combat Casualty Care training prepares 316th Wing Airmen
November 21, 2022 — More than 50 Airmen from the 316th Wing worked together in Tactical Combat Casualty Care training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2022... MORE

A 316th Security Forces Group Airman waits for Tactical Combat Casualty Care training to begin at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2022. The training consisted of 316th SFG, 316th Operations Group and 316th Medical Group Airmen practicing emergency care and evacuation by helicopter to reduce preventable deaths. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

Capitol Christmas Tree arrives at JBA
November 17, 2022 — Service members and families from across the installation came together to see the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree for the last stop on its journey and to be a part of a night of celebration at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17, 2022... MORE

The 78-foot-tall Capitol Christmas Tree is displayed on the bed of a truck at Joint Base Andrews, Nov. 17, 2022. The Red Spruce nicknamed “Ruby” was harvested in the Pisgah National Forest of North Carolina on Nov. 2 and prepared for a nearly 1,000-mile expedition. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

Joint Base Andrews hosts professional enhancement seminar for civilians
October 28, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews hosted a Civilian Professional Enhancement Seminar for Department of Defense civilians at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center at JBA, Md., Oct. 27 and Oct. 28, 2022... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Slyvester Lawrence, Air Force District of Washington Airman Development Advisor special duty manager, discusses effective communication and strategies during the JBA Civilian Professional Enhancement Seminar at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 27, 2022. Throughout the seminar, facilitators and Department of Defense civilians who work across the National Capital Region discussed topics such as effective communication and strategies, ethical leadership, and emotional intelligence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

JBA honors Warrior of the Month- Senior Airman Desmond Terry
October 26, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews honored Senior Airman Desmond Terry, 316th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighter, as Warrior of the Month for October, 2022... MORE

Senior Airman Desmond Terry is a Warrior of the Month for the month of October, 2022. (Courtesy Photo)

JBA honors Warrior of the Month- Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin
October 26, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews honored Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin, 459th Force Support Squadron sustainment operations chief as Warrior of the Month, for October 2022... MORE

Master Sgt. Timothy Boykin is a Warrior of the Month for the month of October, 2022. (Courtesy Photo)

JBA battles Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall for softball title
October 25, 2022 — Teams from Joint Base Andrews and Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall battled it out on the softball field at Nationals Park in Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2022... MORE

The Joint Base Andrews softball team celebrates their victory over Joint Base Myers-Henderson Hall at Nationals Park in Washington D.C., Oct. 24, 2022.

JBA celebrates 75 years with Air & Space Expo
September 19, 2022 — The thundering roar of aircraft and crowds at the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo came to an end on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022... MORE

The U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" perform an aerial demonstration during the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo at JBA, Sept. 16, 2022.

JBA welcomes 31st Pilot for a Day
September 1, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews welcomed 8-year-old Elias “Eli” Tadli, as the 31st Pilot for a Day participant from the Check-6 Foundation today... MORE

Eight-year-old Elias “Eli” Tadli from Jefferson, Md., poses for a photo with his family and members of the 113th Operations Squadron during a Pilot for a Day visit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 1, 2022.

JBA leaders sign Suicide Prevention Month proclamation
August 31, 2022 — Joint Base Andrews senior leadership signed a proclamation designating September as Suicide Prevention Month, on Aug. 31, 2022, at Joint Base Andrews, Md... MORE

Col. Todd Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, signs a Suicide Prevention Month proclamation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 31, 2022. The Department of Defense and JBA observe Suicide Prevention Month in September to bring forth awareness and to educate our military community about suicide prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)

30 days and counting ‘til the 2022 Air & Space Expo is back at JBA!
August 18, 2022 — After three years, the Joint Base Andrews 2022 Air & Space Expo is finally back! The free show will... MORE

Event attendees walk through the static aircraft displays during the final day of the 2017 Andrews Air Show, Sept. 17, 2017, at Joint Base Andrews, Md.

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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...