Jan. 30, 2023 Junior ROTC cadets receive inside look at 1st Helicopter Squadron mission The excited chatter of 48 Junior ROTC cadets from Charles H. Flowers High School filled the 1st Helicopter Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Jan. 13, 2023.The goal of the visit was to create a bridge from simply seeing aircraft to understanding how to get to the pilot’s seat - as well as letting
Jan. 25, 2023 AFDW commander visits 316th Wing, recognizes Airmen Maj. Gen. Joel Jackson, Air Force District of Washington commander, visited units from the 316th Wing to get a better understanding of their missions and to recognize outstanding performers across the base.
Jan. 10, 2023 Optometry: Eyes on vision readiness The 316th Medical Squadron Optometry Clinic on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling provides quality eye care for Airmen in the National Capital Region and ensures they remain ready for the Air Force mission.
Dec. 12, 2022 AFDW command team visits JBAB U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Joel D. Jackson, commander of the Air Force District of Washington and Chief Master Sgt. Leon O. Calloway, command chief for AFDW, visited Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Dec. 8, 2022.
Dec. 2, 2022 JBA bolsters Airman combat skills Approximately 50 Airmen from the 316th Wing and 89th Airlift Wing participated in Airman Combat Skills Training at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Dec. 1-2, 2022.
Dec. 1, 2022 A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs First Lt. Joseph Mull, a 1st Helicopter Squadron pilot at Joint Base Andrews, Md., was flying one of two UH-1N Hueys in formation over the National Capital Region.
Nov. 30, 2022 Active shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies Airmen across Joint Base Andrews worked together in emergency response mode during an active shooter Total Force Readiness exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022.Total Force Readiness is a Readiness Exercise that is used to determine if installation personnel and plans are ready for
Nov. 30, 2022 Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies Airmen across Joint Base Andrews worked together in emergency response mode during an active shooter Total Force Readiness exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022.Total Force Readiness is a Readiness Exercise that is used to determine if installation personnel and plans are ready for
Nov. 11, 2022 National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening Government officials, military leaders, and spectators honored past and present service members on Veterans Day at the National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022.This year’s observance marked 104 years of celebrating Armistice Day, signaling the end of World War I. Harbor officials honored the occasion
Nov. 5, 2022 The United States Air Force Band’s Fall Tour: Conducting connection with music The United States Air Force Band’s Concert Band and Singing Sergeants kicked off their Fall Tour in the Pacific Northwest, Oct. 16, 2022. The two-week tour sent the Band across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, and featured live concerts, clinics at local high schools and a master class with university