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United States Space Force rolls out new Physical Training Uniform at BMT
March 11, 2024 — The United States Space Force began the roll-out of its Physical Training Uniform on March 8, when it was provided to the newest Basic Military Training Guardian trainees... MORE

Digital credentialing translates, shares training for Air Force, future employers
March 11, 2024 — Since 2020, experts in Air Education and Training Command’s Force Development Experiences and Validation Branch have been working on digital credentialing with officials from across the Department of the Air Force to produce digital badges that are web-based versions of a credential, or learning outcome, which can be verified in real-time... MORE

DOD remains committed to protecting health of service members, learning from effects of COVID-19
March 11, 2024 — Four years removed from the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, a pair of Defense Department health officials testified that DOD remains committed to protecting service members' health, while also continuing to monitor and learn from the effects of COVID-19. ... MORE

A soldier wearing a mask holds the COVID-19 vaccine.

Air Force selects 1,734 in senior master sergeant promotion cycle; list posts March 14
March 11, 2024 — Air Force officials selected 1,734 Air Force master sergeants for promotion to senior master sergeant out of 15,151 eligible for a selection rate of 11.4 percent in the 24E8 promotion cycle, which includes supplemental promotion opportunities... MORE

Flosi takes his place as the 20th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force
March 11, 2024 — Chief Master Sgt. David A. Flosi was formally installed on March 8 as the 20th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force... MORE

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi addresses the audience during the chief master sergeant of the Air Force change of responsibility ceremony

Enhancing Military Working Dog’s performance: The 341st Training Squadron’s new enrichment program
March 11, 2024 — The bond between a military working dog and their handlers is not only crucial for mission success, but also essential for the well-being of the dedicated canines. Recognizing this, the 341st Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has launched an enrichment program aimed at optimizing the mental, physical, and psychological development of their MWDs... MORE

Military Working Dog trainers assigned to the 341st Training Squadron introduce K-9’s awaiting training assignment to a newly incorporated enrichment program on Feb. 21. 2024, JBSA-Lackland, Texas (U.S. Air Force Photo By Jonathan Cotto) The program focuses on optimizing MWD performance by providing significant enrichment for their mental, physical, and psychological development. The mission of the 341st Training Squadron is to provide trained military working dogs and handlers for the Department of Defense, other government agencies and allies through training, logistical, veterinary support and research and development for security efforts worldwide. . (U.S. Air Force Photo by Jonathan Cotto)

DOD amends assisted reproductive services policy for severely ill and injured active duty service members
March 11, 2024 — DOD amended its policy covering assisted reproductive technology services to expand access for severely ill and injured active duty service members... MORE

A nurse in medical scrubs measures a pregnant woman’s belly.

Some 502nd FSS facility hours affected by The Great Texas Airshow
March 11, 2024 — During the weekend of The Great Texas Airshow, from April 5-7, there will be certain facilities run by 502nd Force Support Squadron throughout Joint Base San Antonio that will have reduced manning or will be closed... MORE

Passion, purpose and dental care: Capt. Anna Olson's odyssey
March 8, 2024 — The story follows Capt. Anna Olson's journey from her Southern roots to becoming a dedicated dentist serving in the U.S. Air Force. Inspired by her grandfather's military service, Olson's passion for dentistry was ignited during her formative years... MORE

Capt. Anna Olson, a dentist assigned to the 59th Dental Squadron, poses for a photo at Dunn Dental Clinic, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, in honor of National Dentist Day, March 6, 2024.

BUMED Medical Inspector General evaluates NAMRU San Antonio
March 8, 2024 — The Navy’s Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Medical Inspector General evaluated the performance, efficiency, and mission readiness at the Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio during a scheduled command inspection at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute from March 4-6... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON – (March 6, 2024) – Program managers assigned to Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio attend the outbrief of the U.S. Navy’s Bureau of Medicine and Surgery (BUMED) Medical Inspector General, Capt. William Deniston at the Battlefield Health and Trauma Research Institute. Approximately 12 inspectors conducted evaluations of 40 programs and collateral duties over three days at Naval Medical Research Unit (NAMRU) San Antonio to improve command performance and processes. NAMRU San Antonio’s mission is to conduct gap driven combat casualty care, craniofacial, and directed energy research to improve survival, operational readiness, and safety of DoD personnel engaged in routine and expeditionary operations. It is one of the leading research and development laboratories for the U.S. Navy under the DoD and is one of eight subordinate research commands in the global network of laboratories operating under the Naval Medical Research Command in Silver Spring, Md. (U.S. Navy photo by Burrell Parmer, NAMRU San Antonio Public Affairs/Released)

Around the Air Force: CSAF Insight on Reoptimizing, Dress and Appearance Updates, Reaper Launch and Landing via Satellite
March 8, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin talks about reoptimizing the Air Force for the Great Power Competition, the Air Force releases updates to dress and appearance standards, and a proof-of-concept launch and landing of an MQ-9 Reaper via satellite makes history at Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina... MORE

In this week’s look around the Air Force, Chief of Staff General David Allvin talks about reoptimizing the Air Force for Great Power Competition during a talk at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C., the Air Force releases updates and clarifications to dress and appearance standards, and a proof-of-concept launch and landing of an MQ-9 Reaper via satellite makes history at Shaw AFB, S.C.

DOD housing satisfaction survey for tenants now available
March 8, 2024 — Tenants of Department of the Air Force privatized housing and government-owned family housing have an additional avenue for improving their quality-of-life with the March 4 release of the annual Department of Defense Tenant Satisfaction Survey... MORE

12th Flying Training Wing employs innovative bird control method to enhance pilot safety
March 8, 2024 — In an innovative move to ensure the safety of 12th Flying Training Wing pilots, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph has begun utilizing methyl anthranilate tree canopy fogging as a proactive and preventative measure to control bird populations within the base... MORE

Members of the 12th Flying Training Wing create a methyl anthranilate fog to disperse nesting birds.

Commission recommends changes to DOD planning, budgeting processes
March 8, 2024 — A congressionally chartered commission has recommended changes to bring the Defense Department's planning, programming, budgeting and execution process into the 21st century... MORE

A person in a business suit speaks as a uniformed service member watches.

NMTSC Sailor provides lifesaving first aid
March 7, 2024 — Petty Officer 1st Class Amber Sanders, leading petty officer of the religious ministry team at the Navy Medicine Training Support Center, was awarded a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for providing emergency care to a civilian at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Feb. 29... MORE

240229-N-DQ752-1015 JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO FT. SAM HOUSTON, Texas (Feb. 29, 2024) Capt. Paul Allen, commander, Navy Medicine Training Support Center (NMTSC), presents Religious Program Specialist 1st Class Amber Sanders, leading petty officer of the religious ministry team at NMTSC, with a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal during a ceremony in Anderson Hall Feb. 29. NMTSC is the Navy component command that provides administrative and operational control over Navy staff and students assigned to the Medical Education and Training Campus and other medical programs in the San Antonio area. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Cheyenne Geletka/Released)

Your voice matters: Help shape cost of living allowances
March 7, 2024 — The Living Pattern Survey, or LPS, conducted by the Department of Defense, aims to understand your shopping habits. By assessing what goods and services you regularly purchase and where you shop (on base, off base, or online), the LPS helps determine accurate Cost of Living Allowances known as COLA. Service members can take the 2024 CONUS COLA LPS Survey through March 31... MORE

JBSA to explore resilient energy solutions, signs agreement with City of San Antonio, CPS Energy
March 7, 2024 — Joint Base San Antonio and 502nd Air Base Wing Commander Brig. Gen. Russell D. Driggers, City of San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg, and CPS Energy President Rudy Garza signed a formal memorandum of understanding at City Tower on Feb. 26 to officially confirm their commitment to pursue and explore the potential for resilient carbon-free energy solutions... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing Maintenance Group welcomes new commander
March 5, 2024 — Col. Thomas Albrecht accepted command of the 433rd Airlift Wing Maintenance Group during an assumption of command ceremony on March 2 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. ... MORE

Col. William Gutermuth, 433rd Airlift Wing commander, presents the guidon to Col. Thomas Albrecht, 433rd Maintenance Group commander, during the 433rd MXG assumption of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 2, 2024.

433rd Medical Group welcomes new leader
March 5, 2024 — Col. James Bershinsky accepted command of the 433rd Medical Group during an assumption of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on March 3. ... MORE

Col. William Gutermuth, 433rd Airlift Wing commander, presents the guidon to Col. James Bershinsky, 433rd Medical Group commander, during the 433rd MDG assumption of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, March 3, 2024.

37th Training Wing names its annual awards winners for 2023
March 5, 2024 — The 37th Training Wing recognized its top award winners for 2023 during a dinner held at the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Feb. 23... MORE