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What is your leadership platform?
December 11, 2017 — The Air Force has blessed me with a wide spectrum of training, experience, culture and people; you could say the Air Force has literally “grown” me... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Heather Ransom, 502nd Security and Readiness Group Superintendent.

Crew that overcame engine failure earn AETC safety award nomination
December 4, 2017 — What could have been a sortie with disastrous consequences was averted the morning of June 29 by a weapons systems officer and student pilot from the 435th Fighter Training Squadron who were practicing bombing deliveries at a range south of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Capt. Joshua Smith, 435th Fighter Training Squadron flight commander and instructor pilot, stands by the tail of a T-38C Talon Sept. 20, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Smith Relied on his training to overcome the failure of one his T-38's engines and guided the aircraft to an airfield for a safe landing. (courtesy photo)

Joint, Total-Force Team Soars to New Heights
November 22, 2017 — The deceptively cool morning skies over Martindale Army Airfield had started their climb to 90 degrees Fahrenheit as a joint, Total Force team of Texas Army National Guard Soldiers, Air Force Reserve Airmen, and an Active Duty pathfinder team prepared for their own climb into the heavens on wings of titanium... MORE

JBSA selected as satellite hub for backlogged security investigations
November 17, 2017 — Joint Base San Antonio is at the forefront of a federal government initiative to reduce the number of backlogged personnel security investigations throughout the Air Force... MORE

JBSA Air Show kicks off at Port San Antonio
November 4, 2017 — The 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House is taking place Nov. 4-5 at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field, Texas... MORE

The U.S. Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at the Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 4, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field. Air Shows allow the Air Force to display the capapbilities of our aircraft to the American Public through aerial demonstration and static displays.

Morin soars with the Thunderbirds at JBSA Air Show
November 4, 2017 — Brittany Morin, founder and chief executive officer of Brit and Company, flew with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds aerial demonstration team Nov. 4 prior to the start of the 2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House at Kelly Field... MORE

Brittany Morin, founder and CEO of Brit and Company, gets ready to fly with the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" at the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 4, 2017. Morin got the opportunity to see first-hand the teamwork and precision needed to deliver combat airpower around the world.

Rehearsal Day showcases what’s to come at Air Show and Open House
November 3, 2017 — Members of the military community got a preview of the 2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House during the air show rehearsal day Nov. 3 at the JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field Annex... MORE

Members of the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform during the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio and Open House rehearsal day Nov. 3, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field, Texas. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stormy Archer)

BMT graduation, JBSA air show immerse JROTC cadets in Air Force culture
November 3, 2017 — Hundreds of young men and women from high schools throughout Texas watched with keen interest as nearly 700 Airmen completed the initial phase of their Air Force career, graduating from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland the morning of Nov. 3... MORE

Air Force Wounded Warrior takes flight with Thunderbirds
November 2, 2017 — Air Force Maser Sgt. Benjamin Seekell, Air Force Wounded Warrior and 343rd Training Squadron security forces apprentice course flight chief, flew with the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” Nov. 2 at JBSA-Kelly Field... MORE

Fallen Defenders remembered at annual ruck march
October 30, 2017 — Security Forces members from across JBSA gathered Oct. 20 at JBSA-Camp Bullis for the sixth annual Fallen Defenders Ruck March... MORE

Amazing things at JBSA air show not limited to aerial performances
October 30, 2017 — While eyes are trained on the sky for spectacular aerial performances this weekend during the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House at JBSA Lackland Kelly Field Annex, ground level will offer its own amazing attractions to air show visitors... MORE

From distinguished guests who epitomized the role of the Army Air Corps in World War II to recruiters representing the armed services of today, the Air Force’s past and present will be celebrated on the air show’s grounds.

Inspired by air shows growing up, now he's flying in one
October 30, 2017 — For Maj. Joe Stallings, growing up on the east coast provided many opportunities to get inspired to serve after going to air shows each summer on a regular basis... MORE

Maj. Joe Stallings, 558th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, with a T-6 Texan II on the flight line at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Oct. 30, 2017. Stallings was inspired to serve in the Air Force after attending air shows as a child and is the 2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House director of air operations.

JBSA Air Show parking and shuttle options for DoD ID card holders
October 23, 2017 — Department of Defense identification cardholders have several parking and shuttle options to get to the 2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House at Kelly Field at Port San Antonio Nov. 3-5... MORE

2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House website infographic

6 reasons to check out the 2017 JBSA Air Show & Open House website
October 20, 2017 — With the base prepared to host more than 250,000 guests Nov. 4 and 5, you can improve your chances of enjoying the air show by visiting the official JBSA Air Show and Open house website at www.jbsaairshow.com... MORE

How Drone Operators and Airfields Share the Sky
October 18, 2017 — Small unmanned aircraft systems, often called “drones,” are becoming increasingly popular. Drones are easily purchased and make good gifts for hobbyists and commercial users alike. Recent improvements in technology help operators fly their drones higher, faster, longer, and further than ever. Additionally, drones are getting heavier and larger in size... MORE

Commercial users (those people who operate drones for profit) must request a waiver to fly within five miles of any airport. They can contact JBSA easily by dialing 210-652-7827 to start the process.

Growing to Meet Current and Future AF RPA Training Demands
October 18, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Earlier this month the 558th Flying Training Squadron took delivery of its sixteenth and final new flight simulator from the 502nd Air Base Wing’s Trainer Development Squadron. It is the latest component of a veritable and growing undergraduate pilot training machine... MORE

Members of the 502nd Trainer Development Squadron gather for a group photo in Hangar 74, Oct. 13, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. They worked with several contractors to design, test, accept, deliver and maintain 16 flight simulators that the 558th Flying Training Squadron uses to train Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ave I. Young)

Will preparation an important process for military members, retirees
October 16, 2017 — Judge advocate offices throughout the Air Force are well-known for their expertise in the area of military justice, but they also provide a variety of other legal services... MORE

CATM instructor returns to JBSA, trains next generation of Airmen
October 12, 2017 — As a basic trainee, Senior Airman Robert Allore completed his combat arms training at the JBSA-Lackland Medina Training Annex... MORE

Parking wardens complement security forces’ mission
October 2, 2017 — The 902nd Security Forces Squadron is taking steps to reinstitute a program that will authorize service members and civilian employees at participating Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph organizations to issue parking tickets near their facilities... MORE

The 902nd Security Forces Squadron is taking steps to reinstitute a program that will authorize service members and civilian employees at participating Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph organizations to issue parking tickets near their facilities.

12 FTW student puts ‘Service Before Self’ aiding Hurricane Maria relief efforts
September 22, 2017 — In the midst of a flurry of activity to ready Hurricane Maria relief supplies for air transport at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Incident Support Base at JBSA-Lackland Kelly Field on Sept. 22, one Airman’s mind drifted between task and family, wrestling with service before self... MORE

Second Lt. Alberto, 12th Training Squadron student, helps load relief supplies in preparation for air transport Sept. 22, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Kelly Field. The supplies were being staged at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Incident Support Base at Kelly for transport to areas devastated by Hurricane Maria. (U.S. Air Force image/Dan Hawkins)