Joint Base San Antonio

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-

Holiday in Blue concerts set for Dec. 12-13 at Majestic Theatre

The sounds of the holidays will fill the air with two "Holiday in Blue" concert performances by the U.S. Air Force Band of the West at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12 and 13, 2023, at the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3596208/holi

JBSA lights up with holiday tree lighting celebrations

The 502nd Force Support Squadron presents the annual tree lighting celebrations to kick start the holiday season at all three primary Joint Base San Antonio locations. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3587695/jbsa

Mission Ready Airmen Case Studies: Readiness to meet emergencies

Air Education and Training Command is reviewing moments of aviation history to reflect the importance of Agile Combat Employment, in addition to the warrior mindset and mission readiness its Airmen must sustain while preparing for the future fight. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3593578/miss

Allvin formally welcomed as 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff

Promising to lead the Total Force with “humility and resolve,” Gen. David W. Allvin was ceremoniously welcomed into his role as the 23rd Air Force Chief of Staff on Nov.17 during a ceremony at Joint Base Andrews. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3593572/allv

37th Training Wing veterans recall decades of service

Eddie Molett and Oscar Clayton, civilians assigned to the 37th Training Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, are both veterans and have more than 100 years of combined federal service between the two of them. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3593566/37th

Uber ridesharing now available at JBSA

Uber ride-sharing has been authorized to provide transportation services to Department of Defense members at Joint Base San Antonio installations. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3588595/uber

Sixteenth Air Force unites IW leaders for 2023 Senior Leader Summit

Sixteenth Air Force hosted Information Warfare leaders including wing commanders, command chiefs, staff directors and partners at the 2023 Senior Leader Summit, Nov. 8-9. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3596958/sixt

Service members can now sign up for tax-free Dependent Care Spending Accounts

With open season for federal benefits now underway, service members can for the first time take advantage of the Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3590548/serv

Commentary: Sixteenth Air Force chaplain’s journey to recovery

I chuckled when someone recently asked me to share my thoughts on “recovery.” This person knew I just had surgery and was having to sit still to mend up. He probably figured it would be hard for me, one who is always preaching the gospel of resilience, to “practice what I preach.” He was right! http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3590633/comm

Mental Health is Health: Resources are available

Being healthy is more than just being physically healthy. It includes mental and emotional well-being as well. Mental health challenges can affect anyone at any age and stage of life. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3519295/ment

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-

502nd Air Base Wing public affairs offices begin use of PA Productivity Portal

502nd Air Base Wing public affairs offices now using PA Productivity Portal

The 502nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs offices throughout Joint Base San Antonio have begun 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.appianportals.com/request. http://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/3390031/502n

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An unofficial Facebook page is falsely representing itself as the JBSA Great Texas Airshow source for information. This page is a scam and likely has the motive to make financial gain using the 2024 Great Texas Airshow as a front. The ONLY official source for JBSA Airshow information, to include special access pass sales is https://www.jbsa.mil/Information/JBSA-AIRSHOW/. The official Facebook page is located at https://www.facebook.com/events/839381704318700.

JBSA Latest News

Commentary: Growing into leadership: from Airman to NCO

The Airman Leadership School graduate coin being presented alongside the U.S. symbol and the Public Affairs occupational badge at Laughlin Air Force Base, Texas, Nov 17, 2023. Coins are given to ALS graduates upon completion of the course and shows proof of the graduation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sergeant Nicholas Larsen)

Nov. 28, 2023 - Leadership is a hard concept to fully grasp, especially when you are new to being a leader. The Air Force looks to develop its Airmen, especially those who are promoting, by instilling leadership into their training...

AETC announces 2023 safety award winners

The Headquarters Air Education and Training Command Safety Directorate, on behalf of Maj. Gen. James R. Sears Jr., AETC deputy commander, announced the winners of the 2023 AETC Safety Awards.

Nov. 28, 2023 - The Headquarters Air Education and Training Command Safety Directorate, on behalf of Maj. Gen. James R. Sears Jr., AETC deputy commander, announced the winners of the 2023 AETC Safety Awards...

Local San Antonio community gives back on Thanksgiving

Trainees Nolan Hall (left), from North Carolina, and Keisei Velez Yamaoka (right), from Mississippi, get ready to depart the Pfingston Reception Center Nov. 23, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The trainees, in their sixth week of training, spent Thanksgiving Day with Teresa Grady and her family as part of Operation Home Cooking. (U.S. Air force photo by Christa D'Andrea)

Nov. 28, 2023 - In a heartwarming demonstration of gratitude, “Giving back to those who serve” was a common theme among the more than 330 San Antonio families picking up Basic Military Training trainees on Thanksgiving Day for Operation Home...

Department of the Air Force students find resources with new Student Success Center

The Air Force Learning Professionals’ Program recently launched the Student Success Center, a new feature on the website that provides additional academic resources and fosters academic achievement for Airmen and Guardians.

Nov. 28, 2023 - The Air Force Learning Professionals’ Program recently launched The Student Success Center, a new feature on the website that provides additional academic resources and fosters academic achievement for Airmen and Guardians...

Preventative law tip: Avoiding holiday scams

With Americans expected to spend an average of $1,000 this holiday season, scammers are hard at work targeting holiday shoppers with the latest identity theft and hacking scams. Follow these tips to stay safe this season! (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stephani Barge)

Nov. 28, 2023 - With Americans expected to spend an average of $1,000 this holiday season, scammers are hard at work targeting holiday shoppers with the latest identity theft and hacking scams. Follow these tips to stay safe this season!...

Air Force selects 506 senior master sergeants for promotion in 23E9 Promotion cycle to chief master sergeant.

Nov. 28, 2023 - Air Force officials selected 506 Air Force senior master sergeants for promotion to chief master sergeant out of 2,249 eligible for a selection rate of 22.5 percent in the 23E9 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental...

JBSA prepares for first-of-its-kind geothermal energy prototype

A delegation for the Joint Base San Antonio geothermal prototype project poses for a group photo during the project’s kick-off site visit at JBSA-Chapman Training, Texas, Nov. 20, 2023, to evaluate the potential for advanced geothermal technology to extract thermal energy through a closed-loop system on the base. When operational, the geothermal prototype at JBSA has the potential to furnish a seamless supply of clean, reliable baseload energy even in the event of commercial-grid outages.

Nov. 27, 2023 - Joint Base San Antonio is the first Department of the Air Force installation planning to introduce a utility-scale advanced geothermal energy system. This accomplishment bolsters national security and represents a critical...

💥 EOD Training 💥 📆 - Nov. 29 - 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. During these operations, you may hear loud noises and explosions originating from the range. These activities are conducted in a controlled and supervised environment by our highly trained EOD teams. https://t.co/jg23bNY0O4

🌟🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from Joint Base San Antonio! 🍁🌟 On this day of gratitude, we extend thanks to our service members, veterans, and their families. Your sacrifice and dedication inspire us all. Have a fun and safe holiday! https://t.co/D0cLWrpO5Q

Excellent information for Airmen interested in commissioning: https://t.co/YJclZSeFfi

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