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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)
11 CES sparks fire education on JBA
October 13, 2016
Sparky the Fire Dog, National Fire Protection Association official mascot, greets children during a Fire Prevention Week event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 12, 2016. Families gathered during the event to learn about fire safety from the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron. Activities included coloring in educational books, touring the inside of a rapid intervention vehicle and running through fire response procedures. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
JBA honors child as ‘Pilot for a Day’
October 7, 2016
Kwami Penty rides in a HUMVEE as part of the “Pilot for a Day” program at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 6, 2016. The event occurs biannually here to indulge children from Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C., who are battling serious illnesses in their interest in aviation. Kwami was brought to multiple base agencies for displays, demonstrations and simulations via a HUMVEE ride. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
Prevention Week ignites Andrews
October 7, 2016
Airman 1st Class Austyn Helgeson and Senior Airman Scott Burdick, 11th Wing Civil Engineer firefighters, put out a fire during a live fire exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 7, 2015. The exercise was part of the fire prevention week on JBA. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Philip Bryant/Released)
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)
11 CES suits up for HAZMAT training
October 4, 2016
Airman 1st Class Carol Pruitt, 11th Civil Engineer Squadron readiness and emergency manager, dresses in a hazardous material suit during HAZMAT training on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 29, 2016. HAZMAT training is designed for emergency responders to prepare for toxic leaks, spills or accidents that may cause further damage to life, health, properties or the environment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
HVAC Seasonal Changeover (Heating)
October 3, 2016
11 CES and 11 SFG conclude NPM with 5K
September 30, 2016
Lt. Col. Lisa Mabbutt, 11th Civil Engineering Squadron commander, talks to participants involved in the National Preparedness Month 5K at the West Fitness Center on Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 30, 2016. NPM provides a chance for emergency responders to reach out to the community and inform them of actions to take for situations such as a natural disaster, active shooter or terrorist attack. More than 50 JBA members attended the run, which was hosted by 11 CES. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Valentina Lopez)
Eglin F-35's Arrive at JBA
September 21, 2016
An F-35 Lightning II aircraft lands at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 20, 2016. The aircraft is here to perform a fly-over during the U.S. Air Force Tattoo at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, D.C., Sept. 22, 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
JBA welcomes NATO Air Chiefs
September 20, 2016
The NATO Air Chiefs’ plane is ushered in after arriving at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Sept. 18, 2016. They arrived in the U.S. for the semi-annual NATO Air Chiefs Symposium to discuss air and space power.
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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...
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