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Wilson praises Airmen, expresses gratitude in farewell remarks reflecting on her tenure as Air Force secretary
May 22, 2019 — She praised the skill and dedication of Airmen while comparing lessons learned from gardening as a corollary for the qualities that make for good leaders and an effective Air Force secretary. You need a plan, she said; you need friends to help, meaning allies, and “as long as it’s safe, let people tinker with the tools.”... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson listens as Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein gives his remarks during her farewell ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., May, 21,2019. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Rusty Frank)

Air Force leaders strengthen community ties, engage students at JB Andrews Air & Space Expo
May 16, 2019 — Secretary of the Air Force Heather Wilson delivered opening remarks for this year’s biennial three-day event, which focused on JB Andrews’ partnership and mentorship with local schools against a backdrop of more than 30 STEM exhibits designed to engage and inspire some 7,000 students... MORE

Attendees of the Legends in Flight Joint Base Andrews Air and Space Expo 2019 look at various set-ups in the Science Technology Engineering and Math hangar on JB Andrews, Md., May 10, 2019. More than 7,000 local students came out to participate in various activities in the STEM hangars. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Noah Sudolcan)

SECAF farewell bolstered by 11th WG support
January 12, 2017 — The 11th Wing played a crucial part in planning the farewell ceremony honoring Secretary of Air... MORE

Airmen with the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron organize chairs for the farewell ceremony for Secretary of the Air Force Deborah Lee James at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 11, 2017. Approximately 200 Airmen with the 11th Wing assisted with setting up chairs, bleachers and more. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Mariah Haddenham)

James hosts spouse, family forum
October 19, 2016 — Air Force Secretary Deborah Lee James hosted a Spouse and Family Forum in the Smart Center Auditorium on Joint Base Andrews Oct. 19. ... MORE

Panelists prepare themselves during the Secretary of the Air Force Spouse and Family Forum at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 19, 2016. (U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash)

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Faces behind the Joint Base Andrews Air Show

From logistics and ground operations to aerial coordination, Airmen, civilians and community partners have been working behind the scenes to bring the 2025 Joint Base Andrews Andrews Air Show to life.The work of these teams spans every corner of the...

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Lessons in leadership for new supervisors

I had the honor of serving as class mentor for Airman Leadership School Class 25-Foxtrot, and I was guest speaker at their graduation on Aug. 28, 2025. Watching these dedicated Airmen complete their first level of professional military education was...