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Joint Base Andrews moves to Health Protection Condition Bravo
February 7, 2022 — Due to a decrease in COVID-19 numbers throughout Maryland and the National Capital Region, Joint Base Andrews moved to Health Protection Condition Bravo today... MORE

CSAF visits JBA to engage with America’s Airmen
November 18, 2021 — On 17 Nov., 2021, Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr. visited JBA to engage with America’s Airmen... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., speaks with Airmen at the 459th Air Refueling Wing at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 17, 2021. Brown answered questions on topics including Air Force infrastructure, manning and the Total Force Integration concept. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

POTUS gives farewell speech at JBA
January 21, 2021 — President Donald J. Trump and his family arrive at Joint Base Andrews, Md., for Trump's farewell ceremony, Jan. 20, 2021... MORE

JBA first responders are base’s first recipients of historic COVID-19 vaccine
December 31, 2020 — Members from the 316th Medical Group administered the new Moderna COVID-19 vaccine here, Dec. 30, 2020... MORE

Col. Schaff and CMSgt. Ross wish the JBA community a happy holiday season
December 4, 2020 — Col. Tyler Schaff, JBA and 316th Wing commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ezekiel Ross, command chief, have a holiday message for the Joint Base Andrews community:... MORE

Happy Holiday Banner. Royalty-free graphic courtesyy of Classroom Clipart. Image is 6.4x2.75 @ 72 dpi.

Armory Maintains the Mission during COVID-19
June 23, 2020 — The 316th Security Support Squadron armory ensures the defenders are armed and ready to support the mission... MORE

A Security Forces defender stands at the 316th Security Support Squadron armory window to receive the weapons and equipment for his shift on Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 17, 2020. The armory also houses weapons for general officers and personnel living on base.

Clinic patients urged to use virtual messaging tool
May 21, 2020 — COVID-19 pandemic safeguards are well established on base to enable Airmen to seek necessary healthcare, according to Col. Andrew Purath, Joint Base Andrews and 11th Wing commander... MORE

The Air Force Medical Service offers a secure messaging platform for patients and families to communicate safely, securely and conveniently with their Air Force providers. (Courtesy Graphic)

America's Airman: Ms. Robin Wood
May 14, 2020 — This week's America's Airman is Ms. Robin Wood... MORE

This week's America's Airman is Mrs. Robin Wood.

Finding Essential Supplies in Unconventional Places
April 24, 2020 — DELIVER DEFENDER EXCELLENCE | The 11th Security Support Squadron continues to provide mission support thanks to assistance from a local business... MORE

Gallons of hand sanitizer sit on a shelf in the Security Forces Combined Resources Facility on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 20, 2020. The 11th Security Support Squadron placed an order for 30 gallons of hand sanitizer to ensure personnel are safe while fulfilling the mission.

Maintaining the Mission during COVID-19: Lodging
April 24, 2020 — SUPPORT | The 11th Force Support Squadron Lodging continues to support mission readiness by providing lodging to mission essential personnel... MORE

The Temporary Lodging Facility provides lodging for essential personnel supporting the mission on Joint Base Andrews, Md., April 13, 2020. Individuals under precautionary quarantine are located on a dedicated floor and use separate entrances and exits to reduce possible risks.

First sergeant overcomes adversity; retires with former diamond
December 12, 2019 — As Senior Master Sgt. Steven Bradley speaks during a resiliency lunch at the Club on Joint Base Andrews last month, the door in the back of the room slowly creaks open and a group of eager smiling faces walks in with gift in hand.Bradley, an 11th Medical Support Squadron patient, wasn’t aware but he was about to receive his diamond signifying him... MORE

JBA Defenders host 25th anniversary for VSPA
October 17, 2019 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- The 11th Security Forces Group here hosted the 25th anniversary for the Vietnam Security Police Association, Oct. 10.“We do this to remember our fallen brothers and sisters,” said Jerry Nelson, Vietnam veteran and VSPA president. “We’ve existed for 25 years, and every year we find a time to come together.” This year’s... MORE

Vietnam Security Police Association members, their family members and Joint Base Andrews Airmen stand for the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 10, 2019. The VSPA visited the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and JBA as they celebrated their 25th anniversary. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Spencer Slocum)

America’s Airman: Airman 1st Class Jose Avila
October 4, 2019 — (America’s Airman is a weekly article highlighting a member of the JBA community)Hometown?El Paso, TexasWhy do you serve?I tried school but didn’t like it and I didn’t want to be stuck doing nothing so I joined the Air Force to become more disciplined and better myself.How does your job impact the wing’s mission?I make sure our member’s at the... MORE

Fire Explorer Academy
August 8, 2019 — JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Md. -- The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron’s firefighter unit orchestrated a 6-day course to teach cadets, ages 14-18, the basics of fire safety, search and rescue, CPR, and other emergency response techniques here, July 22 – 27, 2019.On the first day of the program, cadets marched into a classroom for their first... MORE

A cadet runs with a fire hose during a demonstration on the last day of the Fire Explorer Program on Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 27, 2019. Each cadet was challenged to perform search and rescue procedures, CPR, operate a fire hose, and put out a controlled fire in a timely manner.

New X-Ray system increases safety on JBA
June 4, 2019 — On June 3, 2019, JBA installed a Z Portal Vehicle X-Ray, used to conduct a more thorough search of commercial vehicles entering the installation... MORE

JBA celebrates Arbor Day with two more trees
April 26, 2019 — Members from Joint Base Andrews and the local community joined 11th Wing leadership to celebrate Arbor Day at JBA, April 26, 2019... MORE

Military veterans honored during DFW Honor Flight concert
April 18, 2019 — Members of the U.S. Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants performed for military veterans during the DFW Honor Flight concert, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, April 13, 2019... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Ashley Keeks and Tech. Sgt. Adrienne Kling, U.S. Air Force Singing Sergeants sopranos, pose with a retired Vietnam veteran before a DFW Honor Flight concert, at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, April 13, 2019. The USAF Concert Band and Singing Sergeants honored military veterans from WWII, Vietnam and Korean War by playing music from the era. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cary Smith)

K9 Chronicles
March 18, 2019 — How long have you been working with the dog?- February of 2018How do you like working with him? - I love it. I always have someone to talk to, whether he’s listening or not. I get to see the work we put in. If he has an issue with something, we spend time to fix the issue and you can see the progression of the work you put in.Take me through the... MORE

Military working dog featuring Senior Airman Clifton Giles and his dog Jerry

D.C. Air National Guard Airmen return from deployment
March 13, 2019 — More than 250 D.C. Air National Guard Airmen recently returned from a successful deployment to the Indo-Pacific region in support of a theater security package designed to ensure warfighter capability and foster partnerships in the area.“We accomplished numerous security packages in the past with Australia and Guam, but the proximity of our... MORE

A Philippine Air Force FA-50 takes off during the Bilateral Air Contingent Exchange - Philippines (BACE-P) at Cesar Basa Air Base, Philippines, Jan. 22, 2019. This is the seventh iteration of BACE-P established by U.S. Pacific Command and executed by Headquarters Pacific Air Forces. Airmen from the U.S. and Philippines Air Forces marked the successful completion of 12 days of bilateral training Feb. 1, and increased mutual cooperation throughout the operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Anthony Small)

America's Airman: A1C Lee Edward Pricer
March 1, 2019 — (America’s Airman is a weekly article highlighting a member of the JBA community)Hometown?San Ramon, California.Why do you serve?To continue a family tradition of service that dates back to WWII, further my education, and be a part of something greater than myself. This is a second career for me after enlisting at 36 years old. I thought it was too... MORE

Welders provide base support one spark at a time
February 25, 2019 — The 11th Civil Engineer Squadron structures shop here provides support to Joint Base Andrews and its agencies through welding, fabrication and other repairs... MORE

America's Airman: SrA Brandi A. Fryer
February 22, 2019 — (America’s Airman is a weekly article highlighting a member of the JBA community)Hometown?Skokie, Illinois.Why do you serve?I come from a military background and wanted to further my education in human resources.How does your job impact the wing’s mission?We are responsible for ensuring all military records are up to date so each individual is... MORE

America's Airman: Vincent Eure
February 15, 2019 — (America’s Airman is a weekly article highlighting a member of the JBA community)Hometown?Virginia Beach, Virginia.Why do you serve?The decision to serve as a DoD civilian came after marrying my now retired Air Force spouse, Marcia, in 1991.How does your job impact the wing’s mission?My job impacts the wing's mission in a large way. As the... MORE

America's Airman: SSgt Elizabeth Krotec
February 8, 2019 — (America’s Airman is a weekly article highlighting a member of the JBA community)Hometown?Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Why do you serve?To help the country, travel the world, and get an education.How does your job impact the wing’s mission?My job impacts the wing by supporting distinguished visitor movements, providing 24-hour immediate-response for... MORE

Environmental restoration fuels JBA, community teamwork
February 1, 2019 — Members from JBA joined Brandywine Township officials and Maryland state environmental agency representatives for the official Brandywine Environmental "Flip the Switch" ceremony, Jan. 31, 2019 in Brandywine, Maryland. The ceremony marked the start of the final step in restoring environmental conditions in the area by using cutting-edge technology... MORE

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