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Airman train for patient transport operations at JBSA-Camp Bullis

U.S. Air Force students participating in the Aeromedical Evacuation Patient Staging Course with the 937th Training Squadron learned how to safely prepare, secure, and transport patients aboard military aircraft during contingency and deployment operations at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis on June 22, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4556431/air

MICC support enables U.S. Marines operations along southern border

Contracting officers from the U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command Southern Border Contract Team provided contract support to U.S. Marines from Animal Company, 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment stationed along the U.S. southern border for Operation Ardent Vanguard. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4557627/mic

Navy Medicine Training Support Command holds change of command ceremony

U.S. Navy Capt. Lacy Gee relieved U.S. Navy Capt. Richard Lawrence as commanding officer, Navy Medicine Training Support Command, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on July 17, 2026. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4550996/nav

Texas National Guard Black Hawks support severe weather response

Texas Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from the San Antonio Army Aviation Support Facility in San Antonio were deployed to the Kerrville and Castroville areas on July 16, 2026, to support search and rescue operations, aerial reconnaissance, river assessments and requests for assistance at residences following severe weather. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4552641/tex

5th Recruiting Brigade welcomes new commander at Alamo ceremony

The 5th Recruiting Brigade held its change of command ceremony on July 16, 2026, at the historic Alamo in San Antonio, Texas, where they welcomed Col. Benjamin K. Bennett as the new commander and bid farewell to outgoing commander Col. Julian Perez. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4550986/5th

U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training graduation features 'The Hanger'

"The Hangar," an interactive exhibit that provides visitors with an opportunity to experience various aspects of Air Force service through hands-on activities and immersive displays, was present at a recent U.S. Air Force Basic Military Training graduation at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4551589/us-

MICC leaders outline campaign plan, transformation priorities during 3rd Quarter Town Hall

The Mission and Installation Contracting Command leadership team reinforced its commitment to transparency, communication, the Army’s contracting mission, and organizational transformation during the command’s Fiscal Year 2026 third quarter town hall July 13. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4557438/mic

AETC makes history: Qualifies first civilian T-7A simulator instructors

Seven civilian simulator instructors graduated from the T-7A Red Hawk Type 1 Initial Operational Test and Evaluation Simulator Instructor Training at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 3, becoming the first civilian cadre qualified on the new Ground Based Training System in the Air Force. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4552168/aet

Two trophies, one branch: Air Force men, women capture first Armed Forces Sports Flag Football Championship

The first Armed Forces Sports Flag Football Championship crowned its first champions July 25, closing out four days of competition at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston that brought together elite athletes from across the U.S. military, and the Department of the Air Force walked away with all of it. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4555961/two

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

Air Force Medical Command leaders advise DAF program personnel on True North+ progress

Aug. 5, 2026 - Air Force Medical Command leaders said True North+ will reach full operational capability in October 2026 while sharing implementation guidance with Department of Air Force leaders July 21, 2026...

Senior leader engagements connect 960th Cyberspace Wing with DAF cyber priorities

Aug. 5, 2026 - Reserve Citizen Airmen assigned to the 960th Cyberspace Wing received senior-leader perspectives on operational priorities and enterprise modernization during two engagements June 7 and July 16, 2026, at Joint Base San...

DAF, Texas Space Commission establish strategic alliance to accelerate defense space innovation

Aug. 5, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force and the state of Texas partnered in a landmark collaborative agreement to accelerate the integration of commercial technologies into national security space architecture, July 30, 2026...

Do your part to prevent pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths

Aug. 5, 2026 - According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in the last 25 years, more than 1,000 children have succumbed to heatstroke in motor vehicles. Most pediatric vehicular heatstroke deaths occur in the months of...

Safe + Sound challenges can build a safer workplace

Aug. 5, 2026 - This year’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s annual Safe + Sound campaign runs from Aug. 10-16. The nationwide campaign helps workplaces focus on proactive safety, bringing employees and supervisors at all...

Q&A: Understanding the Global Nurse Advice Line

Aug. 4, 2026 - Do you know what to do when you or a family member feels sick, but it’s outside of business hours? Should you go to an urgent care clinic or the emergency room, or wait until your doctor’s office is open? Luckily, TRICARE has...

AFIMSC Mission Spotlight: Blaine Kohpay

Aug. 4, 2026 - Meet Blaine Kohpay. Kohpay is the project manager for Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s facilities engineering directorate at Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center. He oversees large facility sustainment,...

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If you have an emergency, please dial 911.
• JBSA-Fort Sam Houston OSI: 210-295-0594;
BDOC: 210-221-2244
• JBSA-Lackland OSI: 210-671-9465; BDOC: 210-671-2018
• JBSA-Randolph OSI: 210-652-1400; BDOC: 210-652-5700

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