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JBA bolsters Airman combat skills

Joint Base Andrews Airmen fire their M-16 rifles during an Airman Combat Skills Training exercise at JBA, Md., December 2, 2022. The exercise consisted of a chemical gas simulation in which Airmen in full Mission-Oriented Protective Posture gear returned fire. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)
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JBA bolsters Airman combat skills

A Joint Base Andrews Airman retrieves a gas mask during a Airman Combat Skills Training exercise at JBA, Md., December 2, 2022. The semi-annual training included a refresher course in Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear and Mission-Oriented Protective Posture. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)
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JBA bolsters Airman combat skills

Joint Base Andrews Airmen gather to discuss their action plan during Airman Combat Skills Training at JBA, Md., December 2, 2022. ACST was a two-day event that focused on building basic combat skills and utilizing them in high-stress environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Isabelle Churchill)
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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs

These 3D printed models of the White House and Lincoln Memorial rest on a table at the SparkX Cell Innovation and Idea Center at Joint Base Andrews, Md. The models were used for the 316th Operations Support Squadron’s “Sand Table.” The table is a raised fixture filled with sand hand-formed to model the National Capital Region terrain, and a geographic map is digitally projected to track progress during missions flown in a virtual-reality simulator at the 1st Helicopter Squadron. The 3D printings are roughly an inch tall and will be added – along with the Capitol and Washington Monument – to “The Sand Table” landscape. (SparkX Cell courtesy photo)
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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs

Maj. Mitchell Clapp, 316th Operations Support Squadron assistant director of operations, monitors a training mission on the virtual-reality helicopter flight simulator system at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 25, 2022. Clapp is the architect of the VR system that uses commercial flight simulator software for UH-1N Huey training missions at the 1st Helicopter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyrone Thomas)
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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs

First Lt. Joseph Mull, 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey pilot, flies a training mission in the 316th Operations Support Squadron’s virtual-reality simulator at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 25, 2022. Mull, who has been with the 1st HS less than two months after completing pilot training, said the VR system has helped him familiarize himself with the airspace over the National Capital Region even before he has flown a real-world mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyrone Thomas)
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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs

First Lt. Joseph Mull, 1st Helicopter Squadron UH-1N Huey pilot, flies a training mission in the 316th Operations Support Squadron’s virtual-reality simulator at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Oct. 25, 2022. Mull, who has been with the 1st HS less than two months after completing pilot training, said the VR system has helped him familiarize himself with the airspace over the National Capital Region even before he has flown a real-world mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyrone Thomas)
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A dose of virtual reality: Pilots enhance 316th OSS helicopter simulator for training needs

Maj. Mitchell Clapp, 316th Operations Support Squadron assistant director of operations, observes a virtual-reality helicopter training mission digitally projected over “The Sand Table,” a raised fixture filled with hand-formed sand to model the National Capital Region terrain, at Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, Oct. 25, 2022. Up to seven VR simulators -- represented as small helicopter icons on the map – can be linked to track mission progress at the 1st Helicopter Squadron. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Tyrone Thomas)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

An Airman participates in an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. During the exercise, Airmen were evaluated on their actions, such as how they communicated with one another, tracked down the target(s) and attempted to save lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

Airmen from the 316th Wing Security Forces Group hold their weapons during an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. During the exercise, Airmen were evaluated on their actions, such as how they communicated with one another, tracked down the target(s) and attempted to save lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

A 316th Security Forces Squadron Airman aims his training weapon during an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. Airmen involved in the exercise were evaluated on their actions, such as how they communicated with one another, tracked down the target(s) and attempted to save lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

Standing by their vehicle, 316th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron Airmen put on gear in preparation for an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. These types of exercises are typically executed four times a year at JBA to determine if installation personnel and plans are ready for wartime and deployed scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

A 316th Medical Group Airman helps perform emergency care on a victim during an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. Airmen involved in the exercise were evaluated on their actions, such as how they communicated with one another, tracked down the target(s) and attempted to save lives. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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Active Shooter base exercise prepares Airmen for emergencies

An Airman puts on a gas protection suit in preparation for an active shooter exercise at Joint Base Andrews, Md., Nov. 30, 2022. These types of exercises are typically executed four times a year at JBA to determine if installation personnel and plans are ready for wartime and deployed scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Austin Pate)
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National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening

An American flag waves in the wind at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. Harbor officials honored the occasion with the unveiling of a 50-foot tall and 80-foot wide custom-made American flag and the grand opening of Spirit Park in honor of veterans. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
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National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening

Retired Tech. Sgt. Eric Heideman, Air Force Wounded Warrior, holds a flag prior to its raising at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. Heideman delivered the flag from Joint Base Andrews via his recumbent bicycle. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
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National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening

Col. Todd E. Randolph, 316th Wing and installation commander, delivers remarks at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. 13 flags were transported to the National Harbor from their original locations through multiple modes of transportation such as a boat, swimming, running and cycling. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
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National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening

Medals rest on a Marine Corps uniform at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. Veterans, servicemembers and first responders joined in the ceremony to help raise the flags for the first time. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
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National Harbor honors veterans with Spirit Park opening

Tech. Sgt. Nadia Sosnoski, U.S. Air Force Band Singing Sergeants soprano, sings at the opening of Spirit Park in National Harbor, Md., Nov. 11, 2022. After the raising of the flag, the event continued with the playing of the Air Force Band’s original song “This Flag” where the crowd shared a moment of musical harmony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Spencer Slocum)
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Annison Ballengee, guest conductor, leads The United States Air Force Band’s Concert Band through “Zaparozhski March” at The Band’s Fall Tour concert at Shelton High School, Shelton, Wash., Oct. 23, 2022. Ballengee is the granddaughter of the late U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Dave Ballengee, former member of The Band and mentor to the current conductor, U.S. Air Force Col. Don Schofield. (U.S. Air Force photo by Kristen Wong)
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