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

Finding Essential Supplies in Unconventional Places
April 24, 2020
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
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
Bounce back

JBA Defenders host 25th anniversary for VSPA
October 17, 2019
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

Fire Explorer Academy
August 8, 2019
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
The first truck passing through

JBA celebrates Arbor Day with two more trees
April 26, 2019
Arbor Day

Military veterans honored during DFW Honor Flight concert
April 18, 2019
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)

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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...