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Air Force plans to add ‘science’ to the ‘art’ of war

The Air Force continues to advance its efforts to modernize command and control systems through the development of a transformational model for decision advantage, which reveals opportunities to improve warfighters’ ability to make better decisions faster than their adversary. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4039217/air

Air Force updates T-7A acquisition approach to field operational capability

A framework to adjust aspects of the T-7A Red Hawk acquisition approach to meet Air Education and Training Command's operational needs and deliver a platform that is safe, suitable, and sustainable to replace the aging fleet of T-38C Talon has been agreed upon. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4029842/air

The 668th Alteration and Installation Squadron is mission ready

At the end of November 2024, the 668th Alteration and Installation Squadron engaged in an annual training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The training provided ALIS members with the opportunity to gather in one location and spend time developing critical skills necessary to being mission-ready Airmen. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4035158/the

SOUTHCOM commander visits U.S. Army South headquarters

Adm. Alvin Holsey, commander of U.S. Southern Command, along with his wife, Dr. Stephanie Holsey, and the command’s senior enlisted leader, Sgt. Maj. Rafael Rodriguez, visited U.S. Army South headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on Jan. 15, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4032969/sou

U.S. Army South partner nation liaison officer builds the future of U.S., Brazil defense cooperation

Brazilian army Col. Sergio Reis Matos serves as one of four U.S. Army South’s partner nation liaison officers at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Since July 2023, Matos has worked to strengthen the historic partnership between Brazil and the U.S., focusing on enhancing military collaboration and interoperability. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4027711/us-

Strengthening Ties: Brazilian Army leaders return for second environmental exchange with USAEC

In a dynamic exchange of environmental expertise, the U.S. Army Environmental Command team of Col. Vance Brunner and Command Sgt. Maj. Francisco Cardenas hosted representatives from the Brazilian Army Department of Real Estate and the Environment during the week of Oct. 28, 2024, at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4028724/str

502d Civil Engineer Group leader honored in Air Force CE 30 Under 30 program

Bryanna Lawrence, 502d Civil Engineer Group cultural and natural resources chief, was honored by the Air Force Civil Engineer’s prestigious CE 30 Under 30. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4033574/502

Navy hosts All-American Bowl in San Antonio

The U.S. Navy was the official title sponsor of the 2025 Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio, which took place in the Alamodome on Jan. 11. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4033651/nav

Looking for a ‘Fresh Look’ for your federal resume?

The 3rd Annual Fresh Look Federal Resume Event is planned from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Jan. 29 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Military & Family Readiness Center, located at 3060 Stanley Road, building 2797. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4023474/loo

New 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-

Great Texas Freedom Fest scheduled for April 2025

Community members will have the opportunity to explore JBSA-Fort Sam Houston’s premier military installation at the Great Texas Freedom Fest from 3 to 9:30 p.m., April 12, 2025. The installation will open its gates to the public for this event, which is free to all who attend. The theme is “United in Service,” and the open house will feature live music from The Spazmatics and military bands, food trucks, museum tours, military demonstrations, and family activities. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3974115/gre

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.

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

The 502nd 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? http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3368310/ask-

Download the JBSA Connect App

The new Joint Base San Antonio smartphone app is designed to provide quick access to installation information and resources. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3600630/jbsa

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JBSA Latest News

'When in doubt, call USAMRIID:' U.S. Army North exercise tests biological threat response

Participants in the inaugural U.S. Army North biological incident tabletop exercise pose for a group photo on Dec. 12, 2024, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas.

Jan. 24, 2025 - The mission of the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases is to assist field commanders in achieving that balance by shortening decision cycles, providing tools for force health protection, and training...

Around the Air Force: Real ID ready, C-17 fuel-saving tech, training aircraft update

Jan. 24, 2025 - In this week’s look Around the Air Force, visitor access to military bases and some federal installations will be required to present Real ID credentials, microvane drag technology will modernize the C-17 Globemaster III...

Air Force plans to add ‘science’ to the ‘art’ of war

NELLIS AIR FORCE BASE, Nevada (June 28, 2024) – U.S. Air Force Col. Jonathan Zall, Department of the Air Force Advanced Battle Management Cross Functional Team, reviews experiment objectives during the Capstone 24B event at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, June 28, 2024. The 805th CTS, also known as the Shadow Operations Center - Nellis (ShOC-N), executed the first of two Capstone events experimenting with and developing tactics, techniques, and procedures for integrated automation between the operational and tactical command and control including battle management levels, to create competitive advantages for the United States and its allies and partners. (Courtesy Photo by Debora Henley).

Jan. 23, 2025 - The Air Force continues to advance its efforts to modernize command and control systems through the development of a transformational model for decision advantage, which reveals opportunities to improve warfighters’ ability...

Navy to issue DD-214-1 to Reservists separating Feb. 1 or later

Sailors salute the ensign during a retirement ceremony in Pensacola, Fla.

Jan. 23, 2025 - The Navy is improving how it takes care of its Reserve Force as it implements the DD Form 214-1, an official summary record of career points and service for those leaving the Reserve Component...

Investing in people to enhance leadership excellence

The Army leadership requirements model (LRM) identifies core competencies and attributes

Jan. 23, 2025 - Leaders are not born but rather forged from experience. This simple fact is why the Army has invested so much in training and educating its future leaders. The Army leadership requirements model, or LRM, identifies core...

Air Force releases latest field grade officer promotions

Jan. 23, 2025 - The Air Force selected 52 active-duty majors for promotion to lieutenant colonel during recent P0524B central selection boards (Chaplain and Judge Advocate General)...

Air Force doctrine realigns to create a more lethal, resilient force

Jan. 23, 2025 - The U.S. Air Force has released three doctrine publications to emphasize reoptimizing for Great Power Competition efforts: Air Force Doctrine Publication 3-0, Operations; AFDP 3-0.1, Command and Control; and AFDP 5-0,...

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