Joint Base San Antonio

JBSA commemorates 25th anniversary of 9/11

To commemorate the 25-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at 7:46 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 11, 2026, at the Main Flagpole on Stanley Road. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4589255/jbs

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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JBSA Latest News

TRICARE: Readiness starts at home

These stories show how dependable healthcare strengthens military readiness – one family at a time.

Sept. 8, 2026 - TRICARE helps military families stay healthy so service members can focus on the mission. Hear directly from military families and retirees as they share how TRICARE has supported them through permanent changes of station,...

Sixteenth Air Force advances cyber defenses as Frontier AI reshapes the Joint Kill Chain

The commander of 16th Air Force (Air Forces Cyber), Lt. Gen. Thomas Hensley, delivers a keynote address during the Department of the Air Force Information Technology and Cyber conference in Montgomery, Alabama, on Aug. 26, 2024. During his address, Hensley explained the command’s forward-leaning strategy to outpace autonomous AI threats at machine speed, hardening military networks and safeguarding critical defense infrastructure.

Sept. 8, 2026 - The Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) continues to evolve its cyber defenses and operational capabilities to respond to accelerated threats as rapid advances in artificial intelligence reshape the global threat...

JBSA commemorates 25th anniversary of 9/11

Participants in the 9/11 ceremony pose for a group photo on Sept. 11, 2025, at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. The ceremony honored the nearly 3,000 lives lost following the attacks and paid respect to those who served and died in defense of our nation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Jason Wilkinson)

Sept. 8, 2026 - To commemorate the 25-year anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston is hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at 7:46 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 11 at the Main Flagpole on Stanley Road...

Schiess sworn in as the Space Force’s highest-ranking uniformed leader

Secretary of the Air Force Troy Meink presents the ceremonial office flag to newly appointed Chief of Space Operations Gen. Douglas Schiess during a Change of Responsibility ceremony, Joint Base Andrews Md., Sept 3, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

Sept. 8, 2026 - Gen. Douglas A. Schiess was formally installed as the third CSO during a change of responsibility ceremony succeeding retiring Gen. Chance Saltzman...

Lock your wallet: How to protect against personal attacks in the digital age of finance

We live in an era where our wallets are both physical and digital, making threats to our finances global. Author Dwan Payne encourages us to build cyber shields for each type of threat for peace of mind. (AI-enhanced image by Eric Pilgrim, US Army)

Sept. 3, 2026 - Today, our banks, retirement accounts and even our utility bills have all moved online. While this digital transition offers incredible speed and convenience, it also introduces an invisible threat directly into our lives...

Local rising stars of military medicine among winners at 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium

Representing the research team from the U.S. Air Force 59th Medical Wing at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Tarjani Shukla (left), lead bioinformatics and diagnostics research scientist, and Lauren Cornell (right), lead scientist of diagnostics and therapeutics for the Joint Integrative Clinical Medicine research directorate, accept the Young Investigator competition’s second place award for a poster presentation titled, “Effectively Screening Bedtime Procrastination & Smartphone Use Among Active Duty Service Members: A Quality Improvement Initiative,” at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium in Kissimmee, Florida, Aug. 6. The competition honored early-career researchers for their innovative studies of warfighter health and readiness. Presenting the award is Dr. Terry Rauch, acting deputy assistant secretary of war for health readiness policy and oversight.

Sept. 3, 2026 - The next generation of military medicine researchers earned recognition for their innovative studies focused on warfighter health at the 2026 Military Health System Research Symposium in Kissimmee, Florida, Aug. 6. Several...

No Wingman Walks Alone

Sept. 3, 2026 - Free, confidential recovery support is available 24/7 for all Department of the Air Force civilians and military personnel...

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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JBSA-Fort Sam Houston will adjust gate operations for Monday, 6 July 2026. New Braunfels Gate and the Pedestrian Gate will be closed on this date to align with ARNORTH’s schedule. All other gates will maintain normal operating hours. July 2 will have normal gate operations. https://t.co/cyUUFenMrn

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