Joint Base San Antonio

Maintainers undergo Phase 1 T-7A Red Hawk qualification training

Aircraft maintainers assigned to the 12th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph are undergoing Phase 1 qualification training for the T-7A Red Hawk, an early step in preparing the maintenance workforce to support the Air Force’s next-generation trainer aircraft and its mission of training warfighters for America. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4430015/mai

Air Force, Army pharmacy students take part in field training exercise

U.S. Air Force and U.S. Army pharmacy students participated in a field training exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis, Texas, March 4, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4429895/air

Decontamination training builds readiness at JBSA-Randolph

U.S. Air Force Lackland Medical Squadron-Randolph recently took part in a decontamination training event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4428742/dec

Joint Critical Care Exercise prepares Soldiers, Airmen to deploy

Soldiers and Airmen participated in a Joint Critical Care Field Training Exercise at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Feb. 25-26 to enhance the clinical and tactical skills of critical care staff at Brooke Army Medical Center. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4428946/joi

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio holds change of command

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio held a change of command ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center March 5. Cmdr. Joel D. Strong was relieved by Cmdr. Robert L. Brown Jr. as NTAG San Antonio’s commanding officer. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4438141/nav

How Master Sgt. John Chapman’s legacy spans JBSA-Lackland

The brick facade of building 9210 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has carried a name for 19 years — Chapman Training Complex — but on March 4, 2026, the Airmen of the 326th Training Squadron chose to honor the man behind it in a way that felt less like ceremony and more like a culmination. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4435457/how

Navy Medicine Training Support Command honors fallen Corpsman

The Navy Medicine Training Support Command honored Medal of Honor recipient, Petty Officer 3rd Class John T. Fralish, a hospital corpsman, during a memorial ceremony held at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Feb. 6, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4428428/nav

Army approves M111, first new lethal hand grenade since 1968

The U.S. Army has cleared the M111 Offensive Hand Grenade (OHG) for Full Material Release (FMR), marking the first new lethal hand grenade to achieve FMR since 1968 when the Mk3A2 entered service. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4431188/arm

K-9 Connection: Exploring the bond with a Military Working Dog

At Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, the 341st Training Squadron trains and supports Military Working Dogs (MWDs) and their handlers. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4434308/k-9

Harnessing AI for the future: Army unveils Project ARIA

The U.S. Army announced on March 5 the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4429232/har

The Department of War equips Airmen with cognitive tools

The Department of War equipped Airmen with a new, practical mental health kit at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on March 6, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4436707/the

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

AFIMSC announces 2025 Annual Excellence Award winners

Maj. Gen. Thomas Sherman, Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center commander, and Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods, AFIMSC command chief, pose for a group photo with the 2025 AFIMSC Annual Excellence Award winners during the awards banquet March 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Luke Allen)

March 30, 2026 - The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center announced the winners of its 2025 Annual Excellence Awards during a banquet March 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland...

Hegseth, VA Secretary honor Vietnam War vets

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth attends the National Vietnam War Veterans Day Observance Ceremony in Washington, D.C., March 29, 2026.

March 30, 2026 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Doug Collins, Veterans Affairs secretary, were joined by dozens of former service members, Gold Star family members and others at the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington for a ceremony in...

Service members have options leading up to Tax Day

Taxes are just one of the many items financial readiness counselors can help service members and their families with on installations.

March 30, 2026 - With Tax Day, April 15, quickly approaching, service members have options for help filing their 2025 taxes, including assistance with navigating changes to tax rules, such as those enacted as part of last year's One Big...

METC conducts joint service radiology training

Radiologic technologist course students U.S. Army Pfc. Alexander Olson, assigned to the 264th Medical Battalion, U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Giles Nazir, assigned to the Navy Medicine Training Support Command, and U.S. Army Pfc. Taaj Sandler, assigned to the 264th Medical Battalion, operate imaging equipment during the patient positioning training for the course at the Medical Education and Training Campus on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, March 17, 2026. The radiology technology course prepares students to operate digital X-ray equipment and assist with specialized imaging procedures in field and hospital environments. (U.S. Air Force photo by Zelideth Rodriguez)

March 27, 2026 - The radiology technology course at the Medical Education and Training Campus on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, prepares students to operate digital X-ray equipment and assist with specialized imaging...

Know your exposure story: military to provide access to individual occupational and environmental exposure records

As of March 23, 2026, U.S. service members and civilian employee personnel can gain direct access to their career-long environmental and occupational exposure data through the Individual Longitudinal Exposure Record. This system is a joint effort between the Department of War and the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a historical and easily accessible record of available exposure data, an ultimate view of a patient's environmental health story.

March 27, 2026 - In a significant move toward greater transparency and health care empowerment, the Military Health System is urging service members to "Know Your Exposure Story." As of March 23, 2026, U.S. service members and civilian...

Army Approves XM8 Carbine

U.S. Army Soldier with the Army Marksmanship Unit conducting rifle drills with the XM8 at Fort Benning, Ga, February 2026.

March 27, 2026 - On Dec. 10, 2025, the decision was made to advance the procurement of a carbine variant of the Army’s M7 Rifle, designated the XM8. While not a replacement for the M7, the carbine exemplifies the program’s commitment to...

Utilizing risk management in spring

Airmen shoveling dirt into a hold where they are planting a tree.

March 27, 2026 - As every season has its risks, spring is no different. Here is a list of items to utilize those risk management skills learned when you begin spring cleaning, outdoor activities or any spring activity. Preparation and the use...

🚨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

Due to the government shutdown, this page will have limited updates. Emergency and mission essential information will continue to be shared. For more information about the lapse in appropriations and resources available go to: https://t.co/XnodDe0TmA https://t.co/mVVgUT47Bn

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JBSA’s Independent School Districts—Randolph Field, Fort Sam Houston, and Lackland—will all be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, due to inclement weather. Stay tuned for updates. #WinterStormFern #TeamJBSA #MilitaryCityUSA https://t.co/7K8a5jXcZP

Wintry conditions expected this week into the weekend! ❄️🌧️ 🔹 Prep your home: Drip water, winterize faucets, open cabinet doors to prevent frozen pipes. 🔹 Stay safe: Watch for icy spots early. 🔹 Emergency kit: Blankets, food, flashlights, batteries. #JBSAWeather #ColdFront https://t.co/AHEXQIlJ7k

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