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Jazz Icon Highlights AF Band Performance
October 26, 2016
Cyrus Chestnut, jazz pianist, meets with Col. E. John Teichert, Joint Base Andrews and 11th Wing commander, and concert attendees, during a 2016 Jazz Heritage Series performance at the Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall in Alexandria, Va., Oct. 21, 2016. Each year, a Jazz Heritage Series performance features a legendary icon of jazz. Chestnut has worked with many big bands, including the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and the Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Big Band. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Gabrielle Spalding)
JBA holds body camera test for SFS evidence
October 26, 2016
Airman 1st Class Sarah Shepherd, left, and Staff Sgt. Sawyer Fox, right, 11th Security Forces Squadron response force leaders, display the wear of body cameras at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 4, 2016. JBA defenders began donning the body worn cameras Oct. 26 as part of a six-month-long Air Force-level test to determine which product to use. The cameras will be evaluated on their video quality, usefulness, and how they can be better utilized. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jordyn Fetter)
Labor and management coming together
October 19, 2016
Col. E. John Teichert, 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, and Ramona Hawkins, JBA American Federation of Government Employees 1401 president, sign a Labor-Management Forum Charter Oct. 11, 2016. The charter was signed to signify the establishment of a cooperative and productive forum between labor and management relations by discussing workplace challenges on a regular basis. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Philip Bryant)
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)
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)
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)
11th Wing commemorates POW/MIA day, AF Birthday
September 19, 2016
The U.S. Air Force Band performs during the POW/MIA and Air Force Birthday event at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Va., Sept. 16, 2016. More than 250 people came out to celebrate the 69th Air Force Birthday and honor military members. The event included multiple band and drill team performances.
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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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