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Air Force Academy cadets visit JBSA-Randolph
August 6, 2015 — A group of cadets from the U.S. Air Force Academy got afirsthand glance at life as commissioned officers during a visit to Joint BaseSan Antonio-Randolph this past June and July while on their summer... MORE

Major Erin Shay, (right) and Capt. Kelly Wolter, 559th Flying Training Squadron flight instructors, brief Air Force Academy cadets on the T-6 Texan ll aircraft July 28, 2015 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The cadets are being exposed to different career fields, which can be chosen upon graduation. The 559th FTS provides training for instructor pilots utilizing the T-6 Texan ll aircraft, which is used to teach pilots basic flying skills. (U.S Air Force photo by Joel Martinez/Released)

FDA approves cold-stored platelets for resuscitation
August 5, 2015 — The Food and Drug Administration announced June 29 the approval of cold-stored apheresis platelets for the resuscitation of bleeding patients... MORE

Armando Rodriguez draws platelets to prepare them for a series of tests to determine platelet function at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research on Fort Sam Houston.

August is Army Antiterrorism Awareness Month
August 5, 2015 — August marks the Army's sixth annual observance of Antiterrorism Awareness Month. The terrorist threats we face today are as complex as they have been at any time in our nation's history... MORE

BAMC Simulation Center open house showcases new healthcare technologies
August 5, 2015 — Brooke Army Medical Center’s Simulation Center held an open house July 22 to highlight their recent expansion of centralized simulation training space on the third floor of the consolidated tower at 3 North... MORE

Registered Nurse Maj. Tanesha Lindsay and Simulator Educator Thomas Kai go over defibrillator procedures during the SIM Center open house July 22.

JBSA fuels flight keep aircraft airborne, motor vehicles moving
August 4, 2015 — Joint Base San Antonio’s airfields humwith activity on a daily basis, supporting JBSA-Randolph’s flying training missionand an array of aircraft at JBSA-Lackland, from transports such as the C-5... MORE

John Sistrunk, Defense Contract Services, Incorporated International Logistics Group refueler, monitors the fuel gages on his vehicle while refueling a T-38 aircraft, July 27 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez/Released)

Air Force sharpens its Talons, propels pilot training into the future
August 3, 2015 — A major milestone for the Pacer Classic III T-38 Talonstructural-modification program was celebrated during a ribbon cutting ceremonyJuly 31 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.The Pacer Classic III... MORE

Robert Lewin, 575th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron director, cuts the ribbon at the unveiling ceremony of the first T-38 from the Pacer Classic III structural-modification program July 31, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Pacer Classic III is intended to ensure structural airworthiness of 150 T-38C aircraft and maintain T-38C fleet viability until 2029 and provides a bridge to the Air Force’s future trainer aircraft.

Tuskegee Airman celebrates 90th birthday with 99th FTS July 30
August 3, 2015 — Dr. Granville Coggs, a documented original Tuskegee Airman,celebrated his 90th birthday in the skies during a ‘fini’ flight and ceremony withthe 99th Flying Training Squadron July 30 at Joint Base San... MORE

Dr. Granville Coggs, documented original Tuskegee Airman, blows out the candles on his 90th birthday cake during a celebration with the 99th Flying Training Squadron July 30 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. As well as serving as one of the Tuskegee Airmen, Coggs worked for 30 years as a diagnostic radiologist focusing on breast cancer detection. Coggs currently lives in San Antonio with his wife, Maud.

Recruiter provides Airmen with early separation program information
July 30, 2015 — For most individuals who hear the term ‘Palace Chase’ forthe first time, the name is followed by confusion. However, Master Sgt. GeorgeHiggins, 433rd Air Wing Recruiting Squadron in service recruiter,... MORE

Master Sgt. George Higgins (left), 433rd Air Wing Recruiting Squadron recruiter, briefs Senior Airman Miranda Gonzales, 902nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, on Palace Chase Monday at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.

359th Medical Group raises immunization awareness
July 30, 2015 — With National Immunization Awareness Month beginningSaturday, health care professionals at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 359thMedical Group plan to step up their education efforts.An information... MORE

Class to teach parents about social media pitfalls
July 30, 2015 — Parents interested in learning about the potential pitfallsof social media and how their children use it are invited to attend the "Dangerof Social Media" class Aug. 26 at the Human Performance... MORE

Student, adult volunteers help fill staffing void at library
July 30, 2015 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Library concludedanother summer reading program last week when more than 200 children and adultsgathered July 22 for a morning of balloon art, dance instruction,... MORE

Robin Miller, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Library volunteer, hands a book to Alex Auger July 22 at the JBSA-Randolph Library.

410th Contracting Support Brigade cases colors for first brigade HQ deployment to Afghanistan
July 29, 2015 — Members of the 410th Contracting Support Brigade cased their organizational colors during a ceremony at Fort Sam Houston Monday, signaling the first deployment as a brigade headquarters since its activation in May 2007. ... MORE

Fort Sam Houston Primary Care Clinic renamed in honor of Army Nurse Corps officer
July 29, 2015 — The Fort Sam Houston Primary Care Clinic was renamed the Capt. Jennifer M. Moreno Primary Care Clinic during a memorialization ceremony July 24 in honor of an Army Nurse Corps officer who died on the battlefield... MORE

JBSA fitness centers now offer 24-hour access
July 24, 2015 — An Air Force Services Transformation Initiative providingAirmen with 24/7 access to installation fitness centers has come to Joint BaseSan Antonio.Fitness Access After Hours began May 18 at... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Damien Mount (standing), 502nd Communications Squadron client service supervisor, and Senior Airman Matthew Whitton, 502nd CS client systems technician, work out on the bench presses June 23 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Rambler Fitness Center.

37th TRSS combat arms instructors build students’ knowledge, confidence
July 24, 2015 — When students complete the weapons qualification course atthe Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Medina Annex, the 37th Training SupportSquadron Combat Arms Training and Maintenance instructors aim for... MORE

Staff Sgt. James Robinette, 37th Training Squadron combat arms instructor, gives directions on how to ensure the weapon is clean after use during the cleaning and maintenance portion of a weapons qualification course July 6 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Medina Annex. The weapons qualification course is part of the Combat Arms Training and Maintenance program that introduces basic firearm safety and use practices for Airmen in Air Force Basic Military Training and refreshes that training for JBSA members deploying or undergoing a permanent change of station.

JBSA members clean, spruce up 'Showplace of the Air Force
July 24, 2015 — Members of the 902nd Security Forces Squadron partnered withmembers from the Air Force Recruiting School and the 502nd Civil EngineerSquadron to upgrade the center islands between the Joint Base... MORE

Members of the 902 nd Security Forces Squadron and the Air Force Recruiting School spread mulch July 18, 2015, at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph base exchange parking lot. The event was part of a base clean up effort to prepare JBSA-Randolph for the upcoming Air Education and Training Command change of command July 21, 2015.

The Air Force and ADA – incorporating talent, providing opportunities
July 24, 2015 — “Bring it!”'That’s what Joe Diaz, Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) plan coordinatorat Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph, Texas, can now say about the future andits challenges after the opportunities... MORE

Joe Diaz, Air Force Civilian Service plan coordinator at
Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph, Texas, started with the Air Force
Civilian Service as a student intern and has continued his federal service
since earning his degree in 2007. The Americans with Disabilities Act,
signed 25 years ago on July 26, has helped countless Americans pursue
rewarding careers both in the public and private sectors.

Roberson takes command of AETC
July 22, 2015 — Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson took command ofthe Air Education and Training Command in a ceremony at Joint Base SanAntonio-Randolph July 21.Outgoing commander, Gen. Robin Rand, handed Roberson the reigns... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III (left) passes the Air Education and Training Command guidon to Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, commander of AETC, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, July 21, 2015. The change of command ceremony represents the formal passing of responsibility, authority and accountability of command from one officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

Pilot for A Day program continues at 560th Flying Training Squadron
July 17, 2015 — The 560th Flying Training Squadron welcomed itsnewest pilot, as part of the “Pilot for A Day” program July 17 atJBSA-Randolph.Jared Stadler, became a pilot and joined the ranksof the 560th FTS... MORE

Jared Stadler,Cole High School student, sits in the cockpit of a T-6 Texan II while Maj. Todd Salzweder, 560th Flying Training Squadron director of staff, explains the aircraft controls July 17, 2015, during a Pilot for a Day event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Since 1994, squadron members have sponsored the “Pilot for A Day” program for children of all ages with chronic illnesses. The goal of the program is to give these children a break from the challenges they face each day because of their illnesses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson/Released)

AAA consolidates expertise, training under EC
July 17, 2015 — The U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center officially assumed the responsibility of being the Air Force's sole provider of training for general purpose force Air Advisors as the program was inactivated... MORE

Brig. Gen. Trent Edwards, 37th Training Wing commander, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, prepares to sheath a guidon from Col. Steven Cabosky, Air Advisor Academy commandant, during an inactivation ceremony in the Air Advisor Academy at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., July 10, 2015. The U.S. Air Force Expeditionary Center officially assumed the responsibility of being the Air Force's sole provider of training for general purpose force Air Advisors. ()