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340th Flying Training Group spotlights top performers, readiness during fall 2024 MUTA
October 28, 2024 — The 340th Flying Training Group held its fall mandatory unit training assembly, or MUTA, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Oct. 17-18, 2024... MORE

340th FTG commander introduces IRR campaign.

Defense Department tests AI software, advances to improve physical security posture
October 28, 2024 — DOD is looking at AI's ability to enhance existing surveillance capabilities and threat detection, aligning with the department's broader strategy to integrate data, analytics and AI across its operations. ... MORE

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Stay safe on Halloween
October 28, 2024 — As Halloween approaches, everyone should prepare for a safe evening in addition to preparing to hit the streets for sweets... MORE

Secure your mobile device: Army offers tips for privacy protection during Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October 25, 2024 — October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an important time to understand the significance of protecting our digital lives. As we become increasingly reliant on technology, the need to safeguard our personal and professional information is more critical than ever. Mobile devices, in particular, hold a wealth of sensitive data that requires robust protection... MORE

Army begins operational deployment pay
October 25, 2024 — Soldiers on approved operational deployments will soon receive $240 per month under the recently approved operational deployment pay program... MORE

Secure our world: U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command recommends strong passwords and password managers
October 25, 2024 — During National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the U.S. Army Communications-Electronics Command recognizes that the first step to “secure our world” is to identify the importance of using strong passwords. As this task gets more complex, with newer technologies available to attackers, we also want to recognize the importance of managing them with a password manager in your personal life... MORE

902nd Security Forces Squadron Airmen increase capabilities
October 25, 2024 — U.S. Airmen assigned to the 902nd Security Forces Squadron operated all-terrain vehicles during an ATV training course at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Oct. 8, 2024. The Defenders were led through safety guidelines and proper vehicle operation tactics enabling them to use ATVs while on duty. ... MORE

Around the Air Force: Test pilot school gets Super Tucano, planning for Mobility Guardian 25, Global Household Goods Contract Program
October 25, 2024 — In this week’s look around the Air Force, three A-29 Super Tucanos join the Air Force Test Pilot School fleet, allies and partners prepare for next summer's Mobility Guardian 25, and the new Global Household Goods Contract program rolls out... MORE

MEDCoE HQ Support Company welcomes new leader
October 25, 2024 — Maj. Brian Thompson assumed command of the U.S. Army Medical Center Headquarters Support Company during a change of command ceremony on Oct. 10, 2024, at the McArthur Prade Field at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Brig. Gen. Clinton Murray, MEDCoE commanding general, presided over the ceremony... MORE

Don't throw away medicines, bring them back Oct. 26
October 24, 2024 — The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat according to the Drug Enforcement Agency. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health. The public is encouraged to remove unneeded medications from their homes to prevent medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting. DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, on Oct. 26, 2024, reflects DEA’s commitment to Americans’ safety and health... MORE

Nineteenth Air Force creates Flying Training Center of Excellence
October 24, 2024 — In a strategic move aimed at enhancing the United States Air Force's readiness for the Great Power Competition, the Secretary of the Air Force directed the Air Education and Training Command and development-focused components across the Air Force to reshape. The reshaping of institutional development functions under a single command is a critical component of the Department of the Air Force's broader efforts to re-optimize for GPC... MORE

19th Air Force Flying Training Center of Excellence.

BAMC tests capabilities during city-wide mass casualty exercise
October 24, 2024 — Brooke Army Medical Center participated in the San Antonio Mass Casualty Exercise and Evaluation on Oct. 23... MORE

Miss America congratulates Air Force’s newest naturalized citizens
October 24, 2024 — As family and friends found their seats in the bleachers, 36 soon-to-be-Airmen marched inside, signed their names and officially became naturalized U.S. citizens on Oct. 9 at the 37th Training Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Before the trainees headed back outside to prepare for the Coining Ceremony, a milestone in Basic Military Training graduation, Air Force 2nd Lt. Madison Marsh, crowned Miss America 2024, congratulated the group... MORE

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MEDCoE inviting local families to host Soldiers for Mission Thanksgiving
October 24, 2024 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence is inviting local families to host soldiers for Thanksgiving. For many soldiers, this will be their first major holiday away from their homes and family. This event offers an opportunity for the community to host soldiers at their home for Thanksgiving Day... MORE

Q&A: What to know as TRICARE Open Season begins Nov. 11
October 24, 2024 — TRICARE Open Season begins Monday, Nov. 11 — that’s just a few weeks away. If you’re a TRICARE beneficiary, this is the time when you can enroll in a health plan or change health plans for coverage that starts Jan. 1, 2025. You can make these changes through Tuesday, Dec. 10... MORE

U.S. Space Force leaders inspire newest Guardians, Airmen during BMT graduation week
October 24, 2024 — U.S. Space Force Chief of Space Operations Gen. Chance Saltzman set high expectations for the graduating class of enlisted Guardians and Airmen during a Basic Military Training ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio on Oct. 17... MORE

METC, armed services host Military Medicine Career Fair
October 24, 2024 — The Medical Education and Training Campus, in conjunction with the Navy Medical Training Support Center, U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence, and Air Force 59th Training Group, hosted the first-ever collaborative Military Medicine Career Fair/Recruiting Event at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston on Oct. 11... MORE

METC, Services Host Military Medicine Career Fair

502nd Air Base Wing MWD handlers hone emergency care skills
October 23, 2024 — U.S. Air Force military working dog handlers assigned to the 502nd Air Base Wing treated canine medical training manikins during pre-deployment emergency veterinary care skills training at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas, on Oct. 15, 2024... MORE

AFIMSC Portrait: Senior Master Sgt. Eugene P. Scott
October 23, 2024 — AFIMSC Portrait highlights Senior Master Sgt. Eugene P. Scott, senior enlisted leader for mission operations at Air Force Services Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

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Honorary commanders visit JBSA mission partners
October 23, 2024 — Honorary commanders and 502nd Air Base Wing Airmen toured 560th Flying Training Squadron facilities during a mission partner tour at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, on Oct. 4, 2024. The tour provided local civic leaders an inside look at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph training operations and communities, building connections and fostering collaboration between JBSA and San Antonio community leaders ... MORE