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On the road again
February 28, 2017
Capt. Daniel Booth, U.S. Air Force Band assistant director of operations and associate conductor, speaks with Bob Frier and Amy Kaufeldt, co-hosts of 'Good Day Orlando', in Lake Mary, Fla., Feb. 21, 2017. During the broadcast the ensemble performed snippets of patriotic music from their program and gave an overview of their weeklong tour. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)
Raven Runs the Distance
February 3, 2017
Senior Airman Joshua D. Smith, 811th Security Forces Squadron executive aircraft security team member, runs on a track at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 27, 2017. Smith is known as the “guy who runs” by his peers due to his love for running and completion of the Marine Corps marathon, five half marathons and numerous 5Ks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
JBA supports 58th Presidential Inauguration
January 20, 2017
Airmen and Sailors stand along Pennsylvania Avenue during the 58th Presidential Inauguration cordon and parade practice held in Washington, D.C., Jan. 15, 2017. The Parade route spans 1 1/2 miles, from the U.S. Capitol to the White House. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
JBA, NCR Airmen rehearse roles for Inauguration parade
January 17, 2017
Airman First Class James Horne (left center) and Staff Sgt. Kathryn Cisler (right center), 779th Medical Operations Squadron, train alongside Sailors and Soldiers to simulate first response treatment of a dummy dressed as a military member in the District of Columbia, Jan. 15, 2017. Horne and Cisler are in one of the multiple roving medical teams that will stand ready for any medical emergencies that may occur during the presidential inauguration parade. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Joe Yanik)
Airmen assist in Meal Prep for Inaugural Parade Participants
January 17, 2017
U.S. Air Force Band members assist in meal preparation at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, District of Columbia, Jan. 13, 2017. Approximately 300 bags were pre-packed for the band, Air Force Reserve, and Air Force Guard to eat during the inaugural parade rehearsal, Jan. 15. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Music therapy impacts recovering service members
December 20, 2016
U.S. Army Sgt. Andrew Bell, National Intrepid Center of Excellence patient, speaks to the audience before a performance at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Md., Dec. 13, 2016. U.S. Air Force Band Max Impact accompanied Bell as he performed “The Christmas Song” at the NICoE Creative Arts Café. NCAC is performance platform for NICoE patients and staff to share creativity though creative arts once a month. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)
Max Impact rocks FedEx Field
November 22, 2016
Master Sgt. Jonathan McPherson, U.S. Air Force Band Max Impact director and pianist, sets up before a performance at the FedEx Field in Landover, Md., Nov. 20, 2016. The band setup an electronic keyboard, a drum set and an electric guitar. The band performed before the Washington Redskins military appreciation game. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Iconic Trumpeter plays Jazz with Air Force Band
November 14, 2016
Terell Stanfford, center left, Jazz Heritage Series iconic jazz artist and Lt. Gen. Stayce Harris, center right, Air Force assistant vice chief of staff, and her accompanied guests pose for a group photo in Alexandria, Va., Nov. 11, 2016. Harris met and greeted the jazz artist before their concert. In 1990, the Airmen of Note established the jazz heritage series, featuring the “Note” in concert with legendary icons of jazz. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
CJCS Hosts 2016 CHOD Conference
October 17, 2016
Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke, left, Air Force District of Washington commander, greets Lt. Gen. Hamad Muhammed Thani Al Rumaithi, right, chief of staff of the United Arab Emirates’ Armed Forces, during the Chief of Defense Conference on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 17, 2016. The conference is held annually and brought together senior military leaders from 50 countries to meet and discuss mutual security challenges, improve joint relationships and foster security cooperation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Be wise, immunize
October 4, 2016
A participant in the Flu Shot Kick-Off gets vaccinated for the influenza virus on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 3, 2016. A base-wide vaccination drive for retirees, active duty and dependents is scheduled for Oct. 17-18 from 8 a.m. to 4p.m. at the installation theater. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
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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...
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