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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs
December 1, 2022
Maj. Mitchell Clapp, 316th Operations Support Squadron assistant director of operations, monitors a training mission on the virtual-reality helicopter flight simulator system at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 25, 2022.
Tactical Combat Casualty Care training prepares 316th Wing Airmen
November 21, 2022
A 316th Security Forces Group Airman waits for Tactical Combat Casualty Care training to begin at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 18, 2022. The training consisted of 316th SFG, 316th Operations Group and 316th Medical Group Airmen practicing emergency care and evacuation by helicopter to reduce preventable deaths. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
316th Medical Group and 1st Helicopter Squadron conduct specialized flight training
November 1, 2022
2nd Lt. Dylan Thomas, 316th Health Care Operations Squadron intensive care unit nurse (left), Capt. Dominique Hunsberger, 316th HCOS intensive care unit nurse (center), and Capt. Nicholas Lahvic, 316th Surgical Operations Squadron anesthesiologist, carry a simulation manikin during a medical training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2022. Members of the 316th Wing Critical Care Air Transport Teams joined the 1st Helicopter Squadron for highly specialized medical training exercises.
Joint Base Andrews hosts professional enhancement seminar for civilians
October 28, 2022
Chief Master Sgt. Slyvester Lawrence, Air Force District of Washington Airman Development Advisor special duty manager, discusses effective communication and strategies during the JBA Civilian Professional Enhancement Seminar at the General Jacob E. Smart Conference Center, Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 27, 2022. Throughout the seminar, facilitators and Department of Defense civilians who work across the National Capital Region discussed topics such as effective communication and strategies, ethical leadership, and emotional intelligence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
JBA leaders sign Suicide Prevention Month proclamation
August 31, 2022
Col. Todd Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, signs a Suicide Prevention Month proclamation at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Aug. 31, 2022. The Department of Defense and JBA observe Suicide Prevention Month in September to bring forth awareness and to educate our military community about suicide prevention. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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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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