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Aerospace summit showcases aviation careers to Maryland students
March 13, 2025 — More than 250 students from eight Maryland high schools attended the Seventh Annual Aerospace Summit at Joint Base Andrews on March 4, 2025, featuring exhibits and demonstrations in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics... MORE

Local high school students gather to listen to closing remarks by Treniece Terry, Defense Threat Reduction Agency technical engagements program manager, during the Seventh Annual Aerospace Summit at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 4, 2025. The 1st Helicopter Squadron provided a UH-1N Huey for static display, enabling students the opportunity to view the helicopter close-up. (U.S. Air Force photo by Patrick Griffith)

Students experience Joint Base Andrews Aerospace Summit
March 10, 2023 — Future engineers, scientists and inventors from local area schools filled the bay area of hangar three on March 9, for the 5th Annual Aerospace Summit. Sponsored by the Patriots Training Technology Center, JBA’s Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math annual event is an opportunity for young students to learn about the many facets of aviation careers and operations while sparking curiosity with aircraft tours and exciting competitions... MORE

A student flies an aircraft simulation during a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics event at Joint Base Andrews, Md., March 9, 2023. The event was held to garner interest in military STEAM related career fields. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Daekwon Stith)

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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...