Joint Base San Antonio

Registration for MEDCoE Mission Thanksgiving now open

Interested in opening your home to host a couple of Soldiers for Thanksgiving dinner? Registration has begun for the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence 2026 Mission Thanksgiving event. Registration has begun and runs through Oct. 9. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4575517/reg

West flight line renovation to increase T-6 traffic across South Ramp

Drivers traveling through the South Ramp at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph should expect an increase in T-6 Texan II aircraft crossing the roadway beginning Sept. 21, 2026, as the West flight line undergoes renovation. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4590005/wes

Historic C-130s land to modernize BMT

Two retiring U.S. Air Force C-130H Hercules aircraft touched down at JBSA-Kelly Field Annex Aug. 25, closing out decades of global airlift operations to take on their new mission: shaping the next generation of Airmen. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4589275/his

Third T-7A Red Hawk arrives at JBSA-Randolph to accelerate pilot training

A T-7A Red Hawk arrived at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Aug. 25, 2026. The aircraft is the third T-7A delivered to JBSA-Randolph, where the 99th Flying Training Squadron is leading Air Education and Training Command’s integration of the Air Force’s next-generation advanced jet trainer. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4584763/thi

Posthumous Purple Heart awarded to Korean War Army veteran

More than seven decades after he was wounded on a Korean battlefield, U.S. Army Cpl. Daniel A. Caballero was formally awarded the Purple Heart during a ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Aug. 11, bringing long-overdue recognition to a Soldier whose service spanned front-line combat, medical recovery and one of the war’s most solemn missions... https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4587743/pos

Nineteenth Air Force leadership visits SERE school house

The Nineteenth Air Force command team received an immersive experience that focused on the survival, evasion, resistance, and escape specialists and their critical role in operational readiness and preparing Airmen with the vital skills needed to survive and operate in any hostile environment. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4586405/nin

MICC Launch Program builds elite talent, strengthens contracting force

More than 30 of the Army’s newest contracting noncommissioned officers completed the first Mission and Installation Contracting Command Launch Program July 28-30, strengthening the technical expertise and operational understanding they will need to deliver contracting solutions for Soldiers and commanders as they progress in the contracting field. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4586533/mic

MICC senior leaders advance transformation at annual acquisition training

Senior contracting leaders from across the Mission and Installation Contracting Command gathered in San Antonio, Texas, Aug. 25-28 to share operational lessons that strengthen Army readiness and examine how the command will adapt and thrive as the Army transforms. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4587942/mic

Naval Medical Forces Development Command supports first afloat Operational Readiness Evaluation aboard USNS Point Loma

Assessors from Naval Medical Forces Development Command evaluated the U.S. Navy’s first-ever Expeditionary Medical Unit Operational Readiness Evaluation, and the first afloat ORE conducted for an expeditionary medical team, aboard the expeditionary fast transport ship USNS Point Loma. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4582264/nav

From Battlefield to Breakthrough: A survivor’s story of why military medical training matters

Nearly 15 years after an improvised explosive device in Afghanistan changed his life, retired Army Staff Sgt. J.P. Lane stood before a room full of Airmen and told a story that was about more than survival. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4586360/fro

DAF announces additional guidance implementing changes in response to SECWAR memorandums

Key changes address medical shaving profile separations, mandatory CBRN mask fit validation deadlines, religious ministry evaluation criteria for chaplains, and streamlined equal opportunity reporting processes.. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4586320/daf

ChatGPT, Grok Added to War Department's AI system options

The War Department increased its artificial intelligence offerings by launching versions of Grok and ChatGPT to GenAI.mil to go alongside Google's Gemini. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4588546/cha

JBSA conservation law enforcement officers seek public's assistance in identifying person of interest at JBSA-Camp Bullis

Joint Base San Antonio conservation law enforcement officers are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest observed in a restricted training area at JBSA-Camp Bullis during the 2025 government shutdown. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4511977/jbs

JBSA launches My Army Post App to improve access to installation services

Joint Base San Antonio has launched the My Army Post App, or MAPA, a new mobile platform designed to provide service members, civilians, retirees and family members with easier access to installation information and services. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4509937/jbs

Submit requests to 502d Air Base Wing public affairs offices through the PA Productivity Portal

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs offices throughout Joint Base San Antonio are using the PA Productivity Portal, or P3, to submit work orders for photographic, video, audio, graphics, and editorial support. These services can now be requested at https://safpa.appianportalsgov.com/request/page/request. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3390031/sub

Ask Away, JBSA connects you with the command team

JBSA is a Beast and sometimes it’s hard to navigate the resources we have for our service members and families. Do you have a question you think only the boss can answer? https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4088748/ask

Bring your smile and your camera! JBSA sets up self-help portrait stations

The 502d Air Base Wing Public Affairs office — which serves Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland and JBSA-Randolph — now offers a new self-help portrait station featuring an American flag backdrop. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4254933/bri

Calling 911 From A Cell Phone On JBSA

When calling 911 from a cell phone on JBSA, please remember to immediately tell the 911 dispatcher you are on JBSA and provide the installation information for where you need assistance, i.e. "I am located on" JBSA-Randolph, JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, JBSA-Lackland, JBSA-Camp Bullis, etc.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers easier option for emergency care

A new 988 telephone number became operational July 16, designated as the new three-digit dialing code that routes callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3100501/new-

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Air traffic controllers keep the mission on course

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Allison O’Brien, 12th Operational Support Squadron watch supervisor, watches a T-38C Talon land on the east flightline at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Sept. 8, 2026. O’Brien manned the Local Control Position, monitoring aircraft on the flightline and in the immediate surrounding airspace. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Kevin Jones)

Sept. 15, 2026 - Every flight begins with a plan of action, but as soon as the pilots climb into the cockpit, the people ensuring the mission stays on course are heard more often than they’re seen...

CMSAF Calls on AETC to deliver training at the speed of relevance

Airmen carrying state flags march past the reviewing stand during a Basic Military Training graduation parade at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, June 4, 2026. The graduation parade marks the completion of BMT and recognizes the Air Force's newest Airmen. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jonathan R. Mallard)

Sept. 15, 2026 - Air Education and Training Command was central to Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David R. Wolfe’s keynote address at the Air, Space & Cyber Conference Sept. 14, where he linked Air Force readiness to the service’s...

Navy awards first production contract for MQ-25A Stingray

Sailors and Boeing employees look for discrepencies in the positioning of the Boeing unmanned MQ-25 aircraft on the flight deck aboard the aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77). The MQ-25 will be the world’s first operational, carrier-based unmanned aircraft and is integral to the Air Wing of the Future Family of Systems (AWotF FoS). Its initial operating capability (IOC) as an aerial refueling tanker will extend the range, operational capability and power projection of the carrier air wing (CVW) and carrier strike group (CSG). GHWB provides the national command authority flexible, tailorable war fighting capability through the carrier strike group that maintains maritime stability and security in order to ensure access, deter aggression and defend U.S., allied and partner interests. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Brandon Roberson)

Sept. 15, 2026 - The Navy awarded a fixed-price incentive contract valued at $562 million to the Boeing Company for Lot 1 of the low-rate initial production of the MQ-25A Stingray carrier-based unmanned aircraft...

Air Force dubs Collaborative Combat Aircraft FQ-42 Vengeance, FQ-44 Fury

A U.S. Airman assigned to the Collaborative Combat Aircraft Experimental Operations Unit prepares to load an inert missile onto a YFQ-44A Fury aircraft at Creech Air Force Base, Nevada, July 20, 2026. The exercise integrated the semi-autonomous aircraft into simulated combat operations, focusing on rapidly deploying from dispersed locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Renee Blundon)

Sept. 15, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force officially named its newest Collaborative Combat Aircraft the FQ-42 Vengeance and FQ-44 Fury during Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink’s keynote address at the Air and Space Forces...

U.S. Space Force announces interservice transfer opportunities

Sept. 15, 2026 - The U.S. Space Force opened its FY27 Interservice Transfer application window from Sept. 15 through Oct. 2, 2026, seeking experienced active duty service members from across the joint force, particularly those with...

Space Force growth prioritizes combat forces, space superiority

U.S. Space Force senior leaders participate in the “Growth of the Space Force” panel during the 2026 AFA Air, Space & Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Md., Sept. 14, 2026. Panelists discussed the personnel, training, infrastructure and capabilities needed to expand the service’s warfighting capacity and meet growing Joint Force demands. (U.S. Space Force photo by John Ayre)

Sept. 15, 2026 -  During an open panel discussion at the 2026 AFA Air, Space and Cyber Conference, senior leaders emphasized that the U.S. Space Force must double in size over the next five years, a strategic imperative directly...

CSAF highlights Airmen ready to fight, endure, win

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach delivers the State of the Air Force address at the National Harbor, Md. Sept. 14, 2026. The Air, Space and Cyber Conference is an opportunity for Department of the Air Force senior leaders to meet and address Airmen, Guardians, allies, partners and industry leaders. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Shelby Thurman)

Sept. 15, 2026 - Chief of Staff of the Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach said in a keynote address at the 2026 Air, Space & Cyber Conference that the service must draw on lessons from Operation Epic Fury to be ready to fight, built to endure and...

Today, Joint Base San Antonio held ceremonies at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston and JBSA-Randolph honoring the nearly 2,977 lives lost in the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. This year marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and a quarter-century of remembrance, service and sacrifice. https://t.co/hjOwXG61WH

Chaparral Fitness center continues to serve as a cooling center. Call 210-671-2401 to ensure availability before arrival. Pets are welcome with proper kenneling. The First Sgts are grilling at Lyons Park and are ready to take questions. No current impact to ops tomorrow. https://t.co/CV894nzALj

As we continue to recover from the recent storm, here are some helpful numbers. CE customer service can be reached at the following numbers. 210-671-5555 (LAK) 210-652-5555 (RND 210-466-5555 (FSH) https://t.co/GQIZqtx7MF

Attention JBSA Lackland: Power at the house out? JBSA personnel and families are invited to get out of the heat and into JBSA-Lackland Chaparral Fitness Center this evening. HAVC is working and we'd love to help bring comfort during this outage. Doors will open at 2100-0800. https://t.co/klZyR0ln7Q

110 years of answering the call. 🇺🇸🦅⚓ On this day in 1916, the Marine Corps Reserve was born. Today, we honor our "Citizen Marines" who balance civilian lives with elite military service to keep our Nation safe. 💼➡️🪖 Happy 110th Birthday, USMCR! #SemperFi #USMCR110 https://t.co/BIIlc1NzVO

Winans Gate Update | JBSA-Fort Sam Houston Winans Gate is now open for both inbound and outbound traffic during morning and afternoon peak hours. Weekday hours: 6–9 a.m. — Inbound and outbound 3–5:30 p.m. — Inbound and outbound https://t.co/AU7pWnWiSX

Semper Paratus! ⚓️ Today we celebrate 236 years of the Coast Guard keeping our waters safe, protecting our environment, and saving lives. Thank you to the brave men and women who are always ready, no matter the storm. Happy Birthday, Coast Guard! 🎂 #USCGBirthday #CoastGuard https://t.co/3DS2v9eZ2q

Today we welcomed Brig. Gen. David J. Wilson as the new commander of the 502d Air Base Wing and bid farewell to Brig. Gen. Randy P. Oakland. Congratulations to Gen. Wilson on his new command and thank you to Gen. Oakland for 30 years of service! https://t.co/eVjIIj051k

Today on National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, we honor the millions who served and the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. Their courage and legacy will never be forgotten. Thank a veteran today. 🇺🇸🕊️ #KoreanWarVeterans #ArmisticeDay #NeverForgotten #FreedomIsNotFree https://t.co/35wLKYSzmE

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