Air Force District of Washington Commentaries

AFDW Commander: JBAB transfer to bring great opportunities

Maj. Gen. Ricky Rupp, Air Force District of Washington commander — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 23:21:00 GMT

There are big changes at work for the Air Force District of Washington and Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. These changes mean incredible opportunities to enhance the Air Force’s service to the National Capital Region.

Technology, accessibility promote leadership adaption

Chief Master Sgt. Matthew Coltrin — Sun, 10 May 2020 01:12:00 GMT

COVID-19 has forced the incorporation of technology into almost everyone’s daily lives. We are

YOU CAN’T SURVIVE IF YOU DON’T GET CHECKED!

Melanie Moore — Mon, 16 Oct 2017 18:30:00 GMT

It all starts with a mammogram. Don’t wait. Go get yours today. It may be uncomfortable, but it really can save your life!

AFDW celebrates Women's Equality Day

AFDW Public Affairs — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 15:00:00 GMT

Col. Elizabeth S. Larson is the Director of Operations, Plans and Requirements, assigned to Air Force District of Washington, Joint Base Andrews, Md. In this position, she serves as the primary advisor to the AFDW commander and his staff, providing policy and planning for all operational matters related to planned and contingency events in the National Capital Region.

JBA’s medicine clinic offers superb medical care to flying Airmen, sr leaders

Col. Lynda Vu, Director, Pentagon Flight Medicine Annex — Wed, 14 Jun 2017 20:12:00 GMT

The PFM Annex is the DoD’s first dedicated presidential support clinic whose mission is to provide premier healthcare, rapid access and superior customer satisfaction to over 1,200 active duty and civilian members assigned to the Presidential Airlift Group and other units in the region performing presidential support duties. The clinic collaborates closely with the White House medical staff to ensure that those working closest to our Commander-in-Chief are able to meet the most stringent medical suitability standards. The Annex also serves senior leaders and other personnel who need flexibility in scheduling to meet their unique mission requirements.

779th MDG's Flight Medicine Clinic delivers superior care to Pentagon beneficiaries

Dr. John Baxter, Director — Wed, 24 May 2017 21:18:00 GMT

The 79th Medical Wing has medical assets positioned across the National Capital Region, delivering 42 world-class healthcare specialties to hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries. One of those assets is the 779th Medical Group’s Pentagon Flight Medicine Clinic that, for the last 40 years, has provided care to countless service members assigned to the Pentagon, regardless of rank, service or seniority status.

America’s Capital Medics deliver trusted care everywhere

Col. Sharon Bannister — Fri, 05 May 2017 19:37:00 GMT

Since assuming command of the 79th Medical Wing in 2015, I have witnessed firsthand the incredible work being done by the more than 1,500 exceptional men and women who make up our healthcare provider workforce.

AFDW: We stand ready

Maj Gen Darryl W. Burke — Thu, 27 Apr 2017 17:20:15 GMT

“Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty… If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state

Words Matter - So Think Before You Speak

Chief Master Sgt. Tommy Mazzone — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 19:01:00 GMT

How often do you say something you wished could be taken back the moment it left your mouth? Those

Happy Independence Day!

Maj Gen Darryl Burke — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 18:03:02 GMT

Team AFDW,Happy Independence Day! As we prepare to spend a long weekend with our families and

Inappropriate short cuts cost

Kevin M. Greene — Tue, 09 Jun 2015 15:17:29 GMT

We've been getting injury prevention advice for years. So much so, that some don't give it much

Sexual assault prevention: moving beyond awareness

Gen. Larry Spencer — Fri, 10 Apr 2015 13:48:17 GMT

Every April since 2001, the nation has focused its attention on sexual assault awareness and the

Overcoming failures

Maj. Eric Tucker — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 19:39:33 GMT

You will fail. The question is, how will you respond?This reminds me of a parable of the carrot, egg

The Air Force issued me my 'kids'

Staff Sgt. Nicholas Rau — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 14:25:00 GMT

While I've decided to live the child-free lifestyle, the Air Force, in its infinite wisdom, saw the

Asking for help is sign of strength not weakness

Maj. Gen. Mark Brown and Master Sgt. Derik New — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 14:35:02 GMT

Growing up I was a big fan of Muhammad Ali. He was the world heavyweight boxing champion and

'To the Colors'

Chief Master Sgt. Vance C. Kondon — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 13:54:02 GMT

Beginning Monday, Nov. 17 at 7 a.m., after the sounding of Reveille, another bugle call will play.

AFDW/CC establishes hotline

Maj. Gen. Darryl Burke — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 21:14:21 GMT

Our Airmen are our most valuable resource. When you aren't able to focus on your mission, you aren't

Airmen Powered by Innovation program launches new site

Gen. Larry O. Spencer — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 13:18:43 GMT

Fellow Airmen,Your enthusiasm and ingenuity continues to be our Air Force's number one weapon

How did we lose this young Airman?

Col. Donald Grannan — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 13:14:30 GMT

She was an Airman Leadership School distinguished graduate, earned staff sergeant her first time

Online vigilance helps reduce risk

Master Sgt. Sonny Cohrs — Thu, 23 Oct 2014 13:30:12 GMT

I received at least five emails last week warning me to secure my social media settings and be aware