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America’s Airfield honors President Jimmy Carter during State Funeral
January 13, 2025
U.S. Air Force Col. Kelli R. Moon, Joint Team Andrews commander, salutes while former President Jimmy Carter’s remains are carried by the Joint Task Force-National Capital Region Ceremonial Honor Guard and transferred to a hearse at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 7, 2025. The hearse departed with a funeral procession, accompanied by military vehicles and public observers paying respects along the route. (DoD photo by Staff Sgt. Aubree Owens)

A symbol of service and leadership: Jimmy Carter’s connections to America’s Airfield
January 9, 2025
Former President Jimmy Carter and first lady Roslynn Carter wave before departing Andrews Air Force Base, Maryland, after President Ronald Reagan's inauguration, Jan. 20, 1981. (DoD photo from RG 330 Office of the Secretary of Defense Combined Military Service Digital Photographic Files)

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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...