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Change of command brings new leadership to Andrews' defenders
July 3, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph A. Bincarousky Sr. assumed command of the 316th Security Forces Group during a ceremony July 3. Col. Jun Oh, 316th Wing and installation commander, presided over the ceremony, which honored the legacy of outgoing commander Col. Michael J. Morales while celebrating the beginning of a new chapter under Bincarousky’s leadership... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Joseph A. Bincarousky Sr., 316th Security Forces Group commander, renders his first salute during the unit’s change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., July 3, 2025. The 316 SFG is responsible for safeguarding the installation and its high-value assets, including the Air Force One complex, which is valued at more than $6.1 billion.

Command of 316th Medical Group changes hands
August 28, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy G. Friesen assumed command of the 316th Medical Group during a ceremony, Aug. 20. Friesen previously served as the deputy command surgeon for Air Force Central Command at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. Her career also includes leadership positions in both operational and staff assignments, with a particular focus on medical operations and health care strategy. Friesen has served in various roles across the Air Force, including command positions and deployments in support of operations Enduring Freedom and Inherent Resolve, and other key missions... MORE

New commander takes helm of 316th Mission Support Group
July 10, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Mindy A. P. Davitch assumed command of the 316th Mission Support Group during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Tuesday... MORE

Joint Base Andrews welcomes new 316th Wing and installation commander
July 2, 2024 — U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh assumed command of the 316th Wing and installation during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Tuesday... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Jun S. Oh, renders his first salute as the new 316th Wing and installation commander

JBA and 316th Wing change command
June 30, 2022 — Col. Todd Randolph accepted command of the 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews, Md. from Col. Tyler Schaff during a change of command ceremony at JBA on June 30, 2022... MORE

Col. Todd Randolph takes the guidon from Maj. Gen. Joel Jackson as he assumes command of the 316th Wing and the installation in Hanger 3 at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 30, 2022.

316th SFG changes command
June 24, 2022 — Col. Michael Morales accepted command today of the 316th Security Forces Group from Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and Joint Base Andrews installation commander, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 24, 2022... MORE

Two male air force colonels pass a military guidon during a change of command.

Jackson takes reins at Air Force District of Washington, marking a new era at vital command
July 21, 2021 — Air Force District of Washington leadership transitioned during a change of command ceremony here officiated by Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin July 20, 2021... MORE

316th Operations Group changes command
June 15, 2021 — The 316th Wing hosted the 316th Operations Group’s change of command at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 10, 2021... MORE

Col. John Ross, right, accepts command of the 316th Operations Group by taking the guidon from Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and installation commander, during a change of command ceremony, June 10, 2021, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Chief Master Sgt. Harold Kruger, 316th Operations Group superintendent, looks on. Organizational flags were developed with color arrangements and symbols unique to each particular unit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daniel Brosam)

316th Security Forces Squadron changes command
June 26, 2020 — Lt. Col. Jason E. Stack assumed command of the 316th Security Forces Squadron from Lt. Col. Jonathan B. Bell during a change of command ceremony at the Security Forces building on June 24, 2020... MORE

Lt. Col. Jason E. Stack salutes Col. Joseph A. Engelbrech III to assume command of the 316th Security Forces Squadron during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Andrews, Md., June 24, 2020.

316th Wing and JBA commander introduces self to community
June 16, 2020 — Ellen, Alexis and I are thrilled, and humbled, to be part of the Joint Base Andrews and 316th Wing team! Last week’s change of command was a special moment for me and my family and we are grateful for the warm welcome to JBA!... MORE

Colonel Tyler R. Schaff is the commander of the 316th Wing and installation commander for Joint Base Andrews-Naval Air Facility Washington, Maryland.

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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...