Joint Base San Antonio

F-16 arrival enhances readiness at BMT with hands-on training

Basic Military Training is taking a significant step in enhancing readiness with the arrival of an F-16 Fighting Falcon at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The aircraft is part of a new, immersive training environment designed to give trainees hands-on experience from day one. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4452064/f-1

MRC-Alpha, DHN Central welcome new senior leader

Medical Readiness Command Alpha and Defense Health Network Central marked a significant leadership transition during a ceremony held in San Antonio on April 1, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4452486/mrc

Boardroom to flight line: USO Governors get inside look at Air Reserve mission

Members of the United Service Organizations Board of Governors visited Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on March 4 as part of an immersion tour designed to highlight the missions and capabilities of reserve and guard forces supporting global operations and domestic response. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4453271/boa

JBSA-Camp Bullis hosts training, sharpens readiness skills

Joint Base San Antonio first sergeants gathered at JBSA-Camp Bullis April 1–3 for the inaugural Diamond Sharpening Course, a three-day program focused on readiness, leadership and deployment capability across the force. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4456137/jbs

CMSAF returns to the roots of the enlisted corps

The most senior enlisted leader of the Air Force returned to the foundation of the enlisted corps at Basic Military Training at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on April 1, reinforcing standards and engaging with Airmen. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4456063/cms

Former POW honored as the 2026 Freedom Flyer during reunion

Retired U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Daniel J. Stamaris Jr. was honored as the featured veteran during the 2026 Freedom Flyer Reunion March 26-28 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, a longstanding tradition recognizing former prisoners of war and those who endured captivity in service to the nation. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4455171/for

2026 Fiesta San Antonio Military Ambassadors introduced at reception

The Military Ambassador Reception at the Witte Museum in San Antonio on March 23 formally introduced the 2026 Fiesta San Antonio Military Ambassadors to civic, military and Fiesta communities, reinforcing those partnerships. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4451422/202

Warhawk Fitness Center hosts 'Motivation Through Fitness' class

The “Motivation Through Fitness” class at the Warhawk Fitness Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, promotes physical readiness and resilience supporting War Department missions. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4451394/war

War Department continues to encourage civilians to augment Homeland Security border mission

Last year, the War Department announced a unique opportunity for department civilians to serve at the Department of Homeland Security and support DHS as it works to keep America safe. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4438288/war

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

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

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-

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.

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JBSA Latest News

Prevent injuries during physical training

U.S. Air Force Airmen and special warfare recruits participate in physical training during Exercise Bolt and Dagger at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada, Dec. 16, 2025. The three-day exercise incorporates physical fitness as one of several foundational components that prepare Airmen for the demands of the Tactical Air Control Party mission and overall readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by William R. Lewis)

April 13, 2026 - The Air Force will begin official scoring under the new standards of the Physical Fitness Readiness Program on July 1...

MICC leaders highlight contracting transformation at AUSA Global Force Symposium

Brig. Gen. Freddy Adams (right), commanding general of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command, participates in a Warrior’s Corner panel discussion during the AUSA Global Force Symposium and Exposition 2026 in Huntsville, Alabama, March 25, 2026. Adams joined fellow panelists to discuss commercial construction best practices and Army contracting transformation efforts.

April 13, 2026 - Leaders from the Mission and Installation Contracting Command engaged with Army and industry partners during the AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition, reinforcing the command’s role in advancing contracting solutions that...

MICC delivers enterprise contracting solution to support Army construction, transformation

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command took a major step forward in Army contracting reform with the award of its first truly enterprise-wide contract vehicle for architect-engineer, or A-E services, enabling streamlined support to installations and units across the force. Through multiple-award of 20 A-E indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts across four geographic regions — with a fifth region pending — the vehicle delivers a unified, scalable solution to support all Army customers, including MICC, Army Contracting Command, the Army National Guard, and the Army Corps of Engineers. (Tish Williamson)

April 13, 2026 - The Mission and Installation Contracting Command took a major step forward in Army contracting reform with the award of its first truly enterprise-wide contract vehicle for architect-engineer, or A-E services, enabling...

Military summit considers launching prize competition to rapidly develop freeze-dried blood for battlefield, civilian use

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Eric Adams, from Wildomar, California, performs a blood transfusion in a hangar bay onboard Marine Corps Base Kaneohe Bay, Oahu, Hawaii, in support of a joint-service medical training exercise during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022, July 26, 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Brett McMinoway)

April 13, 2026 - A one-day summit in San Antonio brought together military, academic, and industry partners to assess the current state of freeze-dried red blood cell technology and explore its potential for battlefield and civilian use...

Mission Driven, People Powered: Petty Officer 3rd Class Arthur Frazier

Naval Medical Forces Development Command and the Navy Medicine Training Support Command are mission driven and people powered. Petty Officer 3rd Class Arthur Frazier is an instructor supervisor with NMTSC’s Directorate for Academic Support, Hospital Corpsman Basic, and ensures all instructor qualifications are met and maintained for highly qualified instructors to send corpsman to the fleet. (U.S. Navy graphic by Malcolm McClendon)

April 13, 2026 - Petty Officer 3rd Class Arthur Frazier, a hospital corpsman instructor supervisor assigned to Navy Medicine Training Support Command's Directorate for Academic Support, answered a few questions about his vital support to...

Army launches data operations center, giving warfighters decisive edge

Army Staff Sgt. Victor Corena, assigned to Assault Company, 1st Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, checks operational data on his end-user device during a field training exercise that demonstrates next-generation command and control radio technology at Fort Carson, Colo., Sept. 18, 2025. The system integrates software applications, infrastructure, data and transport into a unified operational architecture, providing commanders with real-time information to make more, better and faster decisions.

April 13, 2026 - The Army launched the Army Data Operations Center — a key initiative designed to transform how it manages and uses its vast data resources to ensure decision dominance on the modern battlefield...

JBSA-Camp Bullis hosts training, sharpens readiness skills

Joint Base San Antonio first sergeants gathered at JBSA-Camp Bullis April 1–3 for the inaugural Diamond Sharpening Course, a three-day program focused on readiness, leadership and deployment capability across the force.

April 10, 2026 - Joint Base San Antonio first sergeants gathered at JBSA-Camp Bullis April 1–3 for the inaugural Diamond Sharpening Course, a three-day program focused on readiness, leadership and deployment capability across the force...

Know Before You Go! ✈️ Attending The Great Texas Airshow? Check our prohibited items graphic for a safe & speedy entry! These rules ensure everyone's safety & get you to the action faster See you May 2-3 at JBSA-Randolph! #GreatTexasAirshow #KnowBeforeYouGo #JBSA #SanAntonio https://t.co/BGtjlbbGPT

Feel the RUSH! Micah shares what made The Great Texas Airshow 2024 so epic! Get ready for MORE! Join us May 2-3, 2026, at JBSA-Randolph for the return of the #GreatTexasAirshow! It's FREE! #JBSA #Airshow #FreeEvent #SanAntonioTX https://t.co/NivVOklmHL

Attention JBSA Visitors without approved credentials to all JBSA locations should anticipate significant delays when requesting clearance for access Thursday, April 9. https://t.co/0QBxrSB6xF

Relive The Great Texas Airshow in 2024 with Levi Holder's favorite moments! 🔥 Huge news: The Great Texas Airshow returns to JBSA-Randolph May 2-3, 2026! 🗓️ Get ready for the @AF_Thunderbirds & @ArmyGoldenKnights! ✈️🪂 #GreatTexasAirshow #JBSARandolph #USAF #Army https://t.co/uZusnapm1O

🚨Attention JBSA-Fort Sam Houston🚨 Please be advised that entry into the Walters Gate is delayed due to a power outage. The New Braunfels Gate is open for use during this time. https://t.co/9VLCeii5KK

🚨 Attention JBSA-Lackland community! 🚨 Please be advised that entry into the Growden Gate is delayed due to a power outage. Please use Luke East Gate or Valley High Gate until further notice. https://t.co/Sx5RR3SLtU

502d Air Base Wing will be conducting a training exercise on Wed., Feb. 25, at JBSA-Randolph. Those on and around the base may hear sirens and see smoke from the controlled event. #TeamJBSA https://t.co/ObGS7LPacO

@SpaceForceCSO Gen. Saltzman and CMSgt Bentivegna presided over BMT graduation this week with patching, ceremonies, and runs. Congrats, Guardians! 🫡 #SpaceForce #BMT #SemperSupra @USSpaceForce https://t.co/U6iIUYjYFe

🔥 Prescribed burns are scheduled at JBSA-Camp Bullis Feb. 9–22, weather permitting. Nearby residents may see or smell smoke. Burns help reduce wildfire risk and protect training lands. https://t.co/iNLsWiZaa9

Due to the government shutdown, this social media page will have limited updates. For information about the Lapse in Appropriations and resources available, go to https://t.co/s67VZfRZVp. https://t.co/GpglmKoBvS

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