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JBSA-Randolph's oversized load hits the road to Ohio
June 23, 2015 — The final section of a C-17 Globemaster III fuselage left Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph during the early hours of June 23, 2015. This section will be reunited with the other pieces of the aircraft... MORE

A C-17 Globemaster II fuselage began its journey from the 502nd Trainer Development Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph June 23, 2015. Since its arrival via flatbed truck in 2011, the fuselage was transformed into the Air Force’s first fully functioning aeromedical evacuation trainer. The C-17 will be used to train more than 1,300 flight nurses, aeromedical technicians, critical care physicians, intensive care nurses, respiratory nurses and flight surgeons annually at the U.S. Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. The fuselage is the last piece to be delivered and its trek will take about 10 days and then reassembly begins. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexandria Slade)

Enlisted evaluation, promotion systems to use new EPR forms, forced distribution, stratification restrictions
June 22, 2015 — With static closeout dates for each rank in place, the Air Force announced it will update the enlisted performance report forms and utilize new forced distribution and senior rater stratification... MORE

JBSA implements ‘Stage Normal’ water restrictions
June 19, 2015 — The 10-day average of the Bexar County index well J-17 rose above 660 feet mean sea level as of June 11. This is the trigger level the Joint Base San Antonio Civil Engineer uses to declare "Stage... MORE

PTSD Awareness Day planned at JBSA-Randolph
June 19, 2015 — Starting in 2010, Congress set aside June 27 as a day to promote awareness of posttraumatic stress disorder, a psychiatric condition that has historically been associated with military service members... MORE

Cooking class continues with summer sessions, new name
June 19, 2015 — A class that was designed to provide Airmen living in the dorm with cooking skills during the renovation of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph's Rendezvous Dining Facility is now open to all Airmen E-4... MORE

Veteran Chef Dianna Ackerley teaches Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Airmen healthy cooking habits on a budget while making sandwich wraps and pasta salads during the kitchen addiction cooking class at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Human Performance Resource Center. The cooking classes, originally designed to provide Airmen cooking skills during the renovation of the JBSA-Randolph Rendezvous Dining Facility, is now open to all Airmen E-4 and below. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson)

Enlisted evaluation, promotion systems to use new EPR forms, forced distribution, stratification restrictions
June 19, 2015 — With static closeout dates for each rank in place, the Air Force announced it will update the enlisted performance report forms and utilize new forced distribution and senior rater stratification... MORE

Swimming safety depends on skill level, adult supervision
June 19, 2015 — 6/17/2015 - JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH,Texas -- Copious rainfall this spring has swelled area lakes and rivers,providing ideal conditions for a variety of water sports as the calendar turnsover... MORE

Baylie Kraft, 502nd Force Support Squadron lifeguard, warms up before her shift June 12 at the JBSA-Randolph Parr Club Pool. (U.S Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer)

Mental Health teams foster resilience in AF communities
June 17, 2015 — Fostering resilience in Air Force members, civilians and contractors exposed to potentially traumatic events is the mission of special teams found on installations around the globe.Composed of mental... MORE

Swimming safety depends on skill level, adult supervision
June 17, 2015 — Copious rainfall this spring has swelled area lakes and rivers, providing ideal conditions for a variety of water sports as the calendar turns over to summer.Swimming is one of those popular... MORE

25th AF claim JBSA-wide Intramural Volleyball Title
June 16, 2015 — The 25th Air Force won the JBSA Intramural Volleyball Championship June 2 at the JBSA-Randolph Rambler Fitness Center. The team defeated Brooke Army Medical Center Company D in straight sets 25-17,... MORE

DISA parlays fun into early success
June 16, 2015 — The Defense Information Systems Agency intramural softball team enjoyed its first season in the JBSA-Lackland Intramural Softball League last year, despite a 1-9 finish.DISA coach Terry Armstrong,... MORE

Behind the scene of a great partnership
June 16, 2015 — Some of the most memorable characters and people of our time had a partner who assisted them carryout their mission.Batman and Robin, Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippin, and Vince Vaughn and Owen... MORE

Don’t get hooked by phishers
June 16, 2015 — Fast cash promises on popular social media sites like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter are causing major problems for service members.Phishing scams have continued to evolve in an attempt to keep up... MORE

Joint Staff article discusses military/civilian transition
June 16, 2015 — Service members have the discipline, maturity and knowledge that employers clamor for, but that doesn't mean transitioning to the civilian workforce is easy or doesn't require work, said Army Col... MORE

Handwashing: Clean Hands Save Lives
June 16, 2015 — Keeping hands clean through improved hand hygiene is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.Many diseases and conditions are spread by not... MORE

433rd AW firefighters participate in live aircraft fi re training
June 16, 2015 — The 433rd Airlift Wing Civil Engineering Squadron Fire Protection Flight participated in a live aircraft fi re training exercise June 12 at the Aircraft Fire Training Facility here.The purpose of the... MORE

JBSA implements 'Stage Normal' water restrictions
June 16, 2015 — The 10-day average of the Bexar County index well J-17 rose above 660 feet mean sea level as of June 11. This is the trigger level the Joint Base San Antonio Civil Engineer uses to declare "Stage... MORE

Air Force welcomes new surgeon general
June 16, 2015 — Lt. Gen. (Dr.) Mark A. Ediger was promoted by Air Force Vice Chief of Staff Gen. Larry O. Spencer, as the 22nd Air Force surgeon general, in a ceremony June 8, at the Defense Health Headquarters in... MORE

JBSA community, 99th FTS celebrate Tuskegee Airmen heritage, legacy
June 15, 2015 — Members of the 99th Flying Training Squadron and Joint Base San Antonio community had the opportunity to meet and greet five barrier-breaking documented original Tuskegee Airmen through multiple... MORE

Members of the JBSA-Randolph community listen to Mr. Thomas M. Ellis, documented original Tuskegee Airmen, speak about his time serving with the Tuskegee Airmen during the Tuskegee Airmen Tribute, June 12, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Parr Club. Members of the JBSA-Randolph community celebrated the legacy of the first all-black unit by paying tribute to seven of the documented original Tuskegee Airmen members. The Tuskegee Airmen distinguished themselves during World War II with more than 15,500 sorties and 1,500 missions in Europe and North Africa and earned numerous combat awards. The event featured musical entertainment, comments by 12th Flying Training Wing leaders, an introduction of four Tuskegee Airmen present and a presentation of gifts to them. Members of the audience had an opportunity to mingle with the Tuskegee Airmen and listen to their stories. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar/released)

Airmen benefit from Wingman Day
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Ralph Jimenez (left) and Ronny Garcia, Tampa Fire Department training coordinators, present their “Street Smart” help demonstration highlighting the dangers of driving intoxicated and not wear a seat belt with the help of Staff Sgt. Homero Carrillo, 902nd Security Forces Squadron, during a Wingman Day presentation May 29 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Wingman Day provides a foundation to build and sustain a culture of comprehensive fit Airman and civilian employees, strengthen resiliency and promotes safety on and off duty. (U.S. Air Force photo by Harold China)