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People first: 316th Wing commander, command chief share vision and priorities at first all call
July 15, 2024
U.S. Air Force Service Member speaks into a microphone he is holding with his left hand while in front of an American flag.

JBA opens new combat arms facility, ensures readiness
November 3, 2021
Col. Tyler Schaff, 316th Wing and installation commander, cuts a ribbon to signify the opening of the new Combat Arms Training and Maintenance facility at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 1, 2021. The new facility features many upgrades from the previous building, including a new 21-position firing range, weapons and range equipment maintenance area and office and common spaces for the instructors. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Spencer Slocum)

11 WG leadership meet 11th MSG Airmen
August 3, 2016
Col. John Teichert (right), 11th Wing and Joint Base Andrews commander, discusses potential gym improvements with Isaac Melendez (left), 11th Force Support Squadron fitness director, at the West Fitness Center on JBA, Md., Aug. 1, 2016. Teichert visited several of the 11th Mission Support Group squadrons to become more familiar with the squadrons’ missions and meet with “America’s Airmen."  (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Rustie Kramer)

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1st Lt. Cristina Catana poses for a photo.

Cristina Catana is rolling with the punches

Make no plans, roll with the punches. That is the biggest lesson 1st Lt. Cristina Catana learned after her unexpected cancer diagnosis.Originally from Trumbull, Connecticut, Catana is the youngest daughter of two immigrants from Romania. Growing up...
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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...