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Up close and flying high, 433rd AW 2024 Bosslift soars
September 19, 2024 — Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve hosted a “Bosslift” for more than 20 civilian employers of the Alamo Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen on Sept. 14. Bosslift is an employer outreach program where service members nominate their civilian employers to receive the opportunity to observe military operations and gain an appreciation for what their employees do while they are away serving their military commitment. ... MORE

Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve volunteers and Alamo Wing Reserve Citizen Airmen prepare to board a C-5M Super Galaxy during the “Bosslift” event Sept. 14, 2024, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

Combatant commanders detail range of emerging threats, highlight role of partnerships in maintaining edge
September 19, 2024 — Partnerships are key to defending against a rapidly evolving threat landscape and assuring the United States' advantage for the long term, senior Defense Department leaders said... MORE

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With two nuclear-armed strategic competitors, U.S. modernization top priority
September 19, 2024 — The Defense Department is now engaged in a recapitalization of its nuclear triad, which involves new submarines, new bomber aircraft and a new ground-based system... MORE

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559th Flying Training Squadron molds instructor pilots, secures future of training
September 17, 2024 — The 559th Flying Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph flies more than 6,000 hours annually in a fleet of 38 T-6A Texan II aircraft, focusing on basic pilot qualifications and the specialized training of instructor pilots... MORE

Instructor Pilot Training at 559th Flying Training Squadron

MEDCoE hosts 2nd annual Army Medical Warfighting Forum
September 17, 2024 — The U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence Medical Warfighting Forum took place from Sept. 4-6 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. This is the second forum following last year’s inaugural event that brought together leaders from a broad cross-section of the Army, in addition to attendees from the Defense Health Agency, Navy and Air Force... MORE

Six Army Medicine professionals presented with Order of Military Medical Merit
September 17, 2024 — Six Army Medicine professionals were presented with the Order of Military Medical Merit medallion on Sept. 10 at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas... MORE

Department of the Air Force adapting, modernizing in today’s warfighting environment
September 17, 2024 — Department of the Air Force senior leaders focused on how the Air Force and Space Force must capitalize and leverage acceptable risk in future planning, adapt to the resourcing and risks present in today’s dynamic environment... MORE

Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Acquisition Andrew Hunter, Air Force Vice Chief of Staff James Slife, Vice Chief of Space Operations Michael Guetlein and Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Space Acquisition Frank Calvelli take part in a panel discussion at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference, National Harbor, Md., Sept 16, 2024. The technology exposition brings together Air Force leadership, industry experts, academia as well as aerospace and cyberspace specialists from around the world to discuss the issues and challenges facing America today.(U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

TRICARE Dental Program automatically enrolls kids at age 1
September 17, 2024 — As a new parent, you have a lot on your mind — but dental insurance for your baby might not be at the top of the list. Don’t worry! The TRICARE Dental Program helps military families by signing up kids at age 1... MORE

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Allvin lauds Airmen for embracing, pushing forward efforts to reoptimize the force
September 17, 2024 — Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin provided his keynote address at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference on Sept. 16... MORE

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin gives his keynote address at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference, National Harbor, Md., Sept 16, 2024. The technology exposition brings together Air Force leadership, industry experts, academia as well as aerospace and cyberspace specialists from around the world to discuss the issues and challenges facing America today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Chad Trujillo)

Alamo Wing Food Pantry prepares to open for Citizen Airmen
September 16, 2024 — The 433rd Airlift Wing Military and Family Readiness is collecting food donations for their food pantry program. They plan to officially open the pantry for 433rd AW and 960th Cyber Wing Citizen Airmen families starting in October... MORE

Leticia Gonzalez, 433rd Airlift Wing Military and Family Readiness program manager, poses alongside Nakia Evans, Magellan Federal personal financial counselor, for a photo to showcase the Military and Family Readiness and their programs in their conference room.

Mission Monday: National Environmental Policy Act
September 16, 2024 — It’s Mission Monday! Meet Austin Naranjo, a program manager in the National Environmental Policy Act Division at the Air Force Civil Engineer Center’s Installations Directorate... MORE

Official photo of Austin Naranjo along with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center shield and duty title within the Mission Monday graphic template

Getting to know the new Air Force Civil Engineer Center commander
September 16, 2024 — With an Air Force career spanning more than 26 years, Brig. Gen. Patrick Miller was well-prepared when he took command of the Air Force Civil Engineer Center in July... MORE

Brig. Gen Patrick Miller official photo along with a picture of him and his family in the background.

Air Force activates provisional Integrated Capabilities Command
September 16, 2024 — In provisional status, the Integrated Capabilities Command (Provisional) will immediately begin leading Air Force modernization prioritization efforts across several key investment areas, while continuing to develop the framework for the permanent ICC... MORE

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall gives his keynote address at the Air and Space Forces Association’s Air, Space & Cyber Conference in National Harbor, Md., Sept. 16, 2024. The technology exposition brings together Department of the Air Force leadership, industry experts, academia as well as aerospace and cyberspace specialists from around the world to discuss the issues and challenges facing America today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Andy Morataya)

426th Network Warfare Squadron redesignated 426th Cyberspace Operations Squadron with new commander
September 16, 2024 — The 426th Network Warfare Squadron was officially redesignated as the 426th Cyberspace Operations Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, on Sept. 15, 2024... MORE

Lt. Col. Cassandra Lee assumes command of the 426th Cyberspace Operations Squadron and is passed the colors by Col. Richard Wallace, 960th Cyberspace Operations Group commander, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas on September 15th, 2024. (US Air Force photo by Alex Dieguez)

BAMC seeks much-needed blood donations
September 13, 2024 — Brooke Army Medical Center is urging the community to donate blood from Sept. 17-20 as part of Blood Cancer Awareness Month and Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month... MORE

DOD announces latest efforts to improve quality of life for service members
September 13, 2024 — The Defense Department announced a new series of initiatives aimed at improving the welfare and well-being of service members and their families. ... MORE

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12th Maintenance Group keeps T-6A Texan IIs flying
September 12, 2024 — The T-6A Texan II, a single-engine, two-seat primary trainer, plays a crucial role in training Joint Primary Pilot Training students in fundamental flying skills essential for U.S. Air Force pilots... MORE

12th Maintenance Squadron electronics mechanics

MTEAC conducts operational testing of multiple advanced blood storage devices
September 12, 2024 — The U.S. Army Medical Test and Evaluation Activity, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Medical Materiel Development Activity Program Executive Office Soldier, Soldier Medical Devices, conducted a significant operational test of advanced blood storage technologies from Aug. 16-19, 2024... MORE

BMT construction effort moves closer toward completion
September 12, 2024 — The massive construction effort to deliver an updated, centralized basic training installation for the Department of the Air Force’s newest Airmen and Guardian enlistees is nearing 75% completion. Construction of Airmen training complexes at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, including two centralized basic military training campuses – “East” and “West” -- began in 2009... MORE

Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio sponsors USLA National Lifeguard Competition
September 11, 2024 — Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio recently participated as a sponsor at the United States Lifeguard Association National Lifeguard Competition held in South Padre Island from Aug. 7-9, 2024. The events display a lifeguard’s commitment to fitness, teamwork and sense of duty – key qualities in both lifeguarding and naval service... MORE