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Experience to impact: Former NCO’s persistence leads to commissioning as security forces officer
January 6, 2026 — U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Bahja J. Jones, 316th Security Forces Squadron B-Flight commander, has always had a passion for teaching. She enlisted in the Air Force in 2010, and after completing her bachelor’s degree while serving as a professional military education instructor at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, she decided to pursue a commission... MORE

U.S. Air Force 2nd Lt. Bahja J. Jones, 316th Security Forces Squadron Bravo Flight commander, and Tech Sgt. Micah J. Hursh, 316th SFS Bravo Flight sergeant, conduct a post check at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Oct. 23, 2025. Jones enlisted in 2009 and served at Andrews first as a public affairs specialist and then a flight attendant before commissioning through Officer Training School in 2024.

1st HS conducts flyover for Washington Commanders vs. Dallas Cowboys game
January 6, 2026 — Airmen and contractors assigned to Joint Base Andrews conduct a flyover at the Washington Commander vs Dallas Cowboys football game, Dec. 25, 2025. The 1st Helicopter Squadron conducts rotary-wing airlift, security, and contingency operations in support of Joint Base Andrews and the National Capitol Region. ... MORE

Service members bear the flags during a football game.

Answering the call again: How a prior-enlisted Airman rewrote his Air Force future
December 23, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua A. Lemon, 316th Operations Group executive officer, enlisted in 2003 and by 2019 had reached the rank of senior master sergeant. With only four years left before retirement eligibility, his career had reached a point where he would be confined to a desk... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Joshua A. Lemon, 316th Operations Group executive officer, stands in front of a UH-1N Huey helicopter at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Sept. 23, 2025. Lemon enlisted in 2003 and reached the rank of senior master sergeant before deciding to continue his career as an officer in 2019.

Listen up! Audiology flight keeps Andrews in the fight
December 12, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Martha Moore, 316th Wing Public Affairs journeyman, performs a hearing test at the Malcom Grow Medical Center at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Dec. 2, 2025. Airmen are required to take an audiogram test annually to ensure that they are fit to fight. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexis Redin)... MORE

A service member fills out medical forms

Air show director steers Andrews Air Show to the skies
August 20, 2025 — America’s Airfield is opening its gates to the National Capital Region for the Joint Base Andrews Air Show, Sept. 13-14, for the first time in three years. At the head of this year’s show is U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. James Bowron, 316th Wing chief of safety... MORE

Service member signs paperwork at desk filled with coins.

Birds in the air, we put them there
July 21, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 316th Operational Support Squadron and 1st Helicopter Squadron conduct aircrew chemical warfare contingency training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 21, 2025... MORE

A service member demonstrates how to use a flight gas mask.

Air Force medical personnel begin transfer to AFMEDCOM
March 19, 2025 — Medical Readiness Command-Bravo leaders began aligning medical Airmen in the Air Force District of Washington to the Air Force Medical Command, the Air Force’s newest direct reporting unit... MORE

JBA Fisher House celebrates 30 years of support
October 4, 2024 — The Joint Base Andrews Fisher House commemorated its 30th anniversary with a celebration event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 26, 2024. The event also honored the legacy of Zachary Fisher, founder of the Fisher House Foundation, on what would have been his birthday. Located within walking distance of the Malcolm Grow Medical Clinics and Surgery Center, the Fisher House offers care for families of active-duty members, veterans, and retirees who receive treatment at the base’s medical facilities or local hospitals. The foundation was created to keep families together during challenging times without the financial burden of lodging expenses... MORE

Joint Base Andrews Fisher House supporters prepare to cut the ceremonial cake during the 30th anniversary event of the Fisher House, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 26, 2024. The event celebrated three decades of unwavering support to military families, highlighting the Fisher House's mission of providing a "home away from home" for those receiving medical care at nearby hospitals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gianluca Ciccopiedi)

Historical profile: AFMS Airmen enable AFDW’s global impact
July 25, 2024 — The Air Force District of Washington was originally established as Bolling Field Command in December 1946 by the Headquarters Army Air Forces to serve as the single manager for assets in and around the nation’s capital... MORE

Brig. Gen. Frank Gorenc, Air Force District of Washington commander, thanks an injured service member for his service during his visit to the Aeromedical Staging Facility July 10. (U.S. Air Force photo/Staff Sgt. Tanika Belfield)

Wings of tomorrow: Inspiring young minds toward Air Force careers
February 26, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Daniel A. DeVoe, Air Force District of Washington and 320th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, hosted a tour of the 1st Helicopter Squadron for Oxon Hill High School students who participate in the Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program as part of the “GO Inspire” program, Feb. 21... MORE

A man stands in front of a room speaking to a row of high school students.

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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...