Joint Base San Antonio

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

Air Force leaders spark cyber collaboration at 2025 Cyber Symposium

Two senior leaders from the 502d Communications Squadron at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland brought the voice of the warfighter and the power of cyber readiness to center stage during the 2025 Cyber Symposium at Schreiner University in Kerrville, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4223421/air

U.S. Army North hosts hurricane rehearsal of concept drill

U.S. Army Noth (Fifth Army) hosted a hurricane rehearsal of concept drill at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, from June 2-6, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4223349/us-

12th Flying Training Wing hosts civil fly-in

The 12th Flying Training Wing welcomed 31 civilian aviators flying 16 aircraft from across Texas to Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph on June 7 for a Civil Fly-In designed to enhance flight safety and strengthen ties with the local aviation community. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4218660/12t

North New Braunfels Gate at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston to close Fridays for upgrades

The North New Braunfels Gate at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston will be closed Fridays through July 28 for necessary upgrades. During certain dates, the Wilson Gate will open for incoming and outgoing traffic to facilitate installation access. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4214861/nor

Construction begins on newest Airman Training Complex at JBSA-Lackland

Construction is underway after the groundbreaking of Airman Training Complex No. 8 on Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4215227/con

AFPC directorate rebuilds lost military record, honors 92-year-old Airman

After an Airman's request for a replacement set of decorations results in lost records, an Air Force Personnel Center directorate rebuilds his lost military record and honors the 92-year-old veteran. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4217913/afp

Local ceremony recognizes former Sergeant Major of the Army and Army’s 250th birthday

This year marks the 250th birthday of the U.S. Army 250th and a special remembrance for the family of former Sergeant Major of the Army Leon L. Van Autreve. The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, Medical Non-Commissioned Officers Academy, along with the SMA Leon L. Van Autreve Chapter, Sergeant Audie Murphy Club, honored Van Autreve during a retreat ceremony at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4215540/loc

NMFDC celebrates the 127th anniversary of U.S. Navy Hospital Corps

The Naval Medical Forces Development Command, or NMFDC, celebrated the 127th U.S. Navy Hospital Corps birthday June 17, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4220343/nmf

Alamo Wing inducts eight honorary commanders, bolsters ‘Military City USA’ bond

The 433rd Airlift Wing inducted eight new honorary commanders during an induction ceremony June 7, 2025. During the ceremony, honorary commanders received an Air Force commander’s insignia pin from their assigned unit commander. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4213212/ala

MEDCoE symposium highlights research on Soldier health, readiness

Graduate students from the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence came together for the 17th Annual Graduate School Research and Education Symposium at the University of Texas San Antonio Medical School on June 6. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4219038/med

340th FTG welcomes new honorary commanders

After the program completion of the 340th Flying Training Group’s previous honorary commanders, the group inducted four new local civic leaders during a ceremony on June 18, 2025, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4222886/340

NAMRU San Antonio leadership, research scientists participate in annual AIM Health R&D Summit

Leadership and research scientists assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio, joined by the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, and U.S. Air Force 59th Medical Wing, participated in the annual AIM Health R&D Summit held at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4218749/nam

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-

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 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

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

Q&A: Getting TRICARE for your newborn baby

A mother and her newborn daughter snuggle following an evaluation of the infant, July 18, 2023, at U.S. Naval Hospital Okinawa, Japan. (U.S. Air National Guard Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

July 8, 2025 - Welcoming a new baby to your family is an exciting milestone. Your baby’s health is probably one of your top priorities, so you may be wondering how to get TRICARE coverage for your child. Your child’s date of birth and their...

Mission Monday: Jordan Mendoza, AFSVC, Management and Program Analyst

Meet Jordan Mendoza, management and program analyst for Air Force Services Center in San Antonio, Texas. Mendoza and his team provide critical recruitment and sustainment resources to the Air Force non-appropriated fund workforce. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Craig Z. Rodarte)

July 7, 2025 - It’s Mission Monday! This week, we highlight Jordan Mendoza, management and program analyst, Policy and Installation Support for Air Force Services Center...

Argentina increases military ties to the United States

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Argentine Defense Minister Luis Petri stand for the playing of the U.S. and Argentine national anthems before a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, July 2, 2025.

July 7, 2025 - Argentina and the United States will continue to build on their more than 200-year relationship, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said...

Honoring Independence Day with focus on service, heritage, and readiness

An aircraft formation with T-1 Jayhawk, T-38 Tallon, and T-6 Texas II's fly over the west flightline during the 2024 Great Texas Air Show, Apr. 22, 2024, as Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean Worrell)

July 4, 2025 - As the United States celebrates its 249th Independence Day, the Airmen of the 12th Flying Training Wing reflect on the enduring values of freedom, self-governance, and service that continue to shape the nation, and guide...

Pentagon provides update on southern border, recruitment numbers

Chief Pentagon Spokesman Sean Parnell conducts a press briefing at the Pentagon, July 2, 2025.

July 3, 2025 - Approximately 8,500 military personnel attached to Joint Task Force Southern Border continue to enhance U.S. Customs and Border Protection's ability to identify, track and disrupt threats to security at the southern border,...

NREIP/SEAP Program management visits NAMRU San Antonio

Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio Commanding Officer, Capt. Michael Tiller, speaks with program management personnel from the Office of Naval Research’s Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program and Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program, at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. The NREIP/SEAP management team visited with NAMRU San Antonio to tour facilities and speak with student interns about the program.

July 3, 2025 - Program management of the Office of Naval Research’s Naval Research Enterprise Internship Program and Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program visited with leadership and student interns assigned to Naval Medical...

3D printing demo spotlights applications for dental care in the field

Members of the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research command team examine 3D printed dental appliances during a recent field demonstration of 3D printing capabilities hosted by the U.S. Air Force and Army in collaboration with Formlabs, the world’s largest supplier of professional 3D printing machines.

July 3, 2025 - To learn more about the possibilities of 3D digital dentistry, U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research Commander Col. Elisa O’Hern, Command Sgt. Maj. Christopher Haeusler, and representatives from the USAISR’s Combat...

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