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 Special Warfare Training Wing launches Pipeline Optimization Initiative

The Air Force Special Warfare Training Wing has launched Pipeline Optimization, an initiative designed to streamline how special warfare candidates train, progress through the pipeline, and arrive at operational readiness. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4341101/air

U.S. Space Force trainees receive newly designed service dress uniform

U.S. Space Force trainees received their initial issue of the new USSF Service Dress uniform during a fitting at clothing issue at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Nov. 19, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4343422/us-

Chief season: A sacred rite of passage embraced by an Airman

For U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Atif Siddiqui, the opportunity to walk alongside the Navy during its centuries-old rite of passage known as “chief season” was both humbling and transformative. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4337311/chi

The Corpsman Call: Navy tradition runs four generations deep

A deep-rooted family tradition in Navy medicine gained another chapter recently at the graduation of the Navy Medicine Training Support Command’s Hospital Corpsman Basic Course Class 190-25. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4337198/the

Free Holiday In Blue concerts planned for Dec. 9-10

The U.S. Air Force Band of the West presents the annual Holiday in Blue concert at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 9 and 10 at the Majestic Theater in downtown San Antonio. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4338278/fre

Naval Medical Forces Development Command plugs into future of trauma care simulation at JBSA Expo

A team from the Naval Medical Forces Development Command’s Navy Medical Modeling and Simulation Training program attended the Joint Trauma System Combat Casualty Care Simulation Expo at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Nov. 13-14, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4337137/nav

MEDCoE, Army leaders, COSA honor Gold Star Mothers and families

In a room filled with solemn pride and strength, the U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, in partnership with Survivor Outreach Services, hosted a luncheon and ceremony to honor Gold Star Mothers and Families of fallen service members on Sept. 28, 2025. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4340959/med

Stormwater runoff: Know what's in the flow

What does litter, such as cigarette butts, plastic water bottles, excess fertilizers and pesticides from lawn care, soaps and detergents from washing your car, motor oil and other vehicle fluids, sediment and leaves, and pet waste have in common? https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4341463/sto

Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach sworn in as 24th Air Force Chief of Staff

Gen. Ken Wilsbach was sworn into office as the 24th Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4330215/gen

Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn takes command of Air Education and Training Command

Lt. Gen. Clark J. Quinn took command of Air Education and Training Command from Lt. Gen. Brian S. Robinson during a ceremony Oct. 31 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4330236/lt-

Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe named 21st Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force

Chief Master Sgt. David R. Wolfe was selected as the 21st Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force. https://www.jbsa.mil/News/News/Article/4330221/chi

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

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

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.

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

U.S. Space Force trainees receive newly designed service dress uniform

U.S. Space Force trainees receive their initial issue of the new USSF Service Dress uniform during a fitting at clothing issue at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Nov. 19, 2025. This group is the first class of USSF BMT trainees to be issued this specific dress uniform, which they will wear for the first time during their graduation ceremony on Dec. 18, 2025. (U.S. Air Force photo by Daniel Cruz)

Nov. 26, 2025 - U.S. Space Force trainees received their initial issue of the new USSF Service Dress uniform during a fitting at clothing issue at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Nov. 19, 2025...

Army officer once ousted by vaccine mandate now leads reintegration efforts

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth congratulating U.S. Army Col. Kevin Bouren after administering the oath of office to Bouren, formally returning him to active duty, on Oct. 2, 2025, at the Pentagon. The event concluded his three-year separation from the service, a period initiated by the Department of Defense’s 2021 COVID-19 vaccine mandate. (Photo Credit: Courtesy Photo)

Nov. 25, 2025 - On Oct. 2, 2025, U.S. Army Col. Kevin Bouren was administered the oath of office by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, formally returning Bouren to active duty. The event concluded his three-year separation from the service, a...

Army revamps direct commissioning program to accelerate recruitment of applicants with specialized skills

Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy A. George administers the Oath of Office to four new U.S. Army Lt. Cols. during a Detachment 201: The Army’s Executive Innovation Corps (EIC) commissioning ceremony in Conmy Hall, Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, Virginia, June 13, 2025. The Army’s EIC is an initiative that places top tech executives into uniformed service within the Army Reserve. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Leroy Council)

Nov. 25, 2025 - The U.S. Army announced updates to its Direct Commissioning Program, DCP, aimed at attracting top-tier professionals with specialized skills directly into its officer corps. The program offers qualified civilians and former...

Review FEDVIP dental and vision coverage during Federal Benefits Open Season

FEDVIP is a voluntary insurance program for dental and vision care managed by BENEFEDS. If eligible, you can choose from 12 dental plan carriers and five vision plan carriers offering premium-based plans. This gives you options to find a plan that works for your needs and budget.

Nov. 25, 2025 - Do you want dental or vision coverage along with your TRICARE health plan? Coverage through the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program may be a good choice for you. Here’s what you need to know about FEDVIP and...

Hegseth: Designating Venezuelan cartel as terrorist organization will bring 'new options' to administration

The Navy's Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group operates in support of the U.S. Southern Command mission Operation Southern Spear, Nov. 13, 2025.

Nov. 24, 2025 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said plans to declare Venezuela's state-embedded criminal network Cartel de los Soles a terrorist organization will bring "a whole bunch of new options" to how the U.S. deals with...

Stormwater runoff: Know what's in the flow

Water pollution can start on your property in ways you might not see but affect your health and that of the community downstream. Knowing and being conscious about stormwater contamination makes our creeks, rivers and lakes cleaner, healthier and more enjoyable for everyone, as these pollutants harm aquatic life and can make water unsafe for recreation or drinking.

Nov. 24, 2025 - What does litter, such as cigarette butts, plastic water bottles, excess fertilizers and pesticides from lawn care, soaps and detergents from washing your car, motor oil and other vehicle fluids, sediment and leaves, and pet...

Special Warfare Training Wing launches first-ever Zulu Course

Air Force Special Warfare trainees attend the first-ever Zulu Course orientation at Joint base San Antonio-Chapman Training Annex, Texas, Nov. 3, 2025. The new course standardizes initial training across multiple AFSPECWAR career fields to enhance interoperability and mission readiness. (U.S. Air Force photo by 1st Lt. Casen Salitore)

Nov. 24, 2025 - The Special Warfare Training Wing marked a historic milestone Nov. 3 as it launched the first-ever Zulu Course, a groundbreaking common skills training program uniting Air Force Special Warfare career fields under one...

♻️ Nearly 700 used tires were processed at JBSA in FY25! The 502d LRS transported them to DLA for safe disposal and reuse, supporting readiness and sustainability across the DoD. 🚚🌍 📸 Jonathan Mallard 📍 JBSA-Lackland #SustainTheMission #502LRS #TeamJBSA https://t.co/kGevLgpksZ

A proud milestone at JBSA! We honor one of our own—Chief Siddiqui, an Airman pinned as a Navy Chief, Sept. 16, 2025. More than a ceremony, it’s a reminder that service, respect & tradition know no branch boundaries. Bravo Zulu, Chief! #JointForce #NavyChief #TeamJBSA https://t.co/kG8LDBlT5H

🎬 We’re back in action! After the government shutdown, operations are ramping up once again across JBSA. To kick things off, here’s a stunning time-lapse from Friday morning over Kelly Field Annex at JBSA-Lackland, Texas. ☀️✈️ Welcome back, Team JBSA! 🇺🇸 #MissionReady #TeamJBSA https://t.co/2C2kVY3y0W

📦✈️ Behind every mission is a logistics team ensuring our forces are ready, agile and lethal. 502D Air Base Wing professionals strengthened global partnerships and projected combat power across the Indo-Pacific. 🌐💪 🎥 Brian Rhodes| Watch: https://t.co/d9jaaYoUdw https://t.co/U35hUYaqFI

Team JBSA – 🔥🌲 Expect to see some smoke as prescribed burns take place on JBSA-Camp Bullis, as weather permits ☀️ https://t.co/ObGhwJhEZh

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/PO8rzpsxK0

Notice: Tree maintenance continues 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Expect road & lane closures. Thanks for your patience! https://t.co/nENjCCXarO

🎉 Mission Ready 15! JBSA is celebrating its 15th anniversary at the 2025 Air Force Ball with Airmen, families and community leaders. #JBSAStrong #AFBall2025 #JointBaseSanAntonio https://t.co/vrsl2CqDvG

Readiness means being prepared! 🚨Don't miss! Everything from 🧒 child CPR to how to effectively use a 🧯fire extinguisher! https://t.co/Qa7VbQKLcD

Notice: Tree maintenance continues 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. on JBSA-Randolph. Expect road & lane closures. Thanks for your patience! https://t.co/Gppp761qaX

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