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AF Week in Photos
September 5, 2025 — This week's photos feature Airmen from around the globe involved in activities supporting expeditionary operations and defending America. This weekly feature showcases the men and women of the Air Force... MORE

Aerial training empowers JBSA firefighters
September 5, 2025 — Firefighters assigned to the 902d Civil Engineer Squadron completed a Fire Apparatus Operator: Aerial course from Aug. 25-29, 2025. The aerial fire apparatus, or specialized vehicle equipped with a hydraulic, extendable ladder, can increase firefighters’ vertical reach while extinguishing fires or performing rescues. ... MORE

firefighter controls a water nozzle to extinguish a simulated fire.

433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron member receives American Legion’s Spirit of Service Award
September 4, 2025 — Staff Sgt. Lindsey Neubauer, 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron, was presented the Spirit of Service Award by the American Legion, during the 433rd Medical Group’s commander’s call, Aug. 2, 2025... MORE

Never Forgotten: BRAVO-12 Airmen honored 35 years after deadly C-5 crash
September 4, 2025 — On the 35th anniversary of the tragedy that claimed the lives of nine 433rd Military Airlift Wing Airmen, the 68th Airlift Squadron hosted a remembrance and wreath-laying ceremony to honor the memory of the BRAVO-12 crew... MORE

Anthony Price and his mother Susan Venuto embrace after placing a wreath at the BRAVO-12 memorial as part of a remembrance ceremony outside the 68th Airlift Squadron building on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas Aug. 29, 2025.

Badge of Honor: Defender Airmen - History of Force Protection
September 2, 2025 — "Badge of Honor" is the USAF Security Forces legacy history that chronicles Defender force protection from the inception of the U.S. Air Force to today's Global War on Terrorism... MORE

Lyndon Deboma (bottom right), chief of information protection for the 194th Wing, poses for a photo with the 1989 10th Security Police Squadron’s ‘Peacekeeper Challenge’ team on RAF Alconbury, U.K. Deboma’s team placed first in the tactics event known as the ‘Defender Challenge.’ (Courtesy photo)

Space Force to accept Air Force Reserve volunteers for part-time positions
September 2, 2025 — Air Force Reservists in space-related career fields interested in volunteering to join the U.S. Space Force as Guardians serving in a part-time capacity can apply... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing Texas Air National Guardsman nationally recognized for community service
September 2, 2025 — Texas Air National Guard Staff Sgt. Lindsey Neubauer, a member of William J. Bordelon American Legion Post 300 in San Antonio, was recently honored at The American Legion National Convention with the Spirit of Service Award... MORE

Air Force Security Forces hone combat readiness at Red Flag-Nellis 25-3
August 25, 2025 — Eighty-five Defenders from across the Air Force sharpened their combat edge during Red Flag-Nellis 25-3, held July 21–31... MORE

TRICARE medical vs. dental coverage: Understanding key differences
August 21, 2025 — When you need care for your mouth, jaw, or teeth, you may have questions about whether you should use your TRICARE medical or dental plan. Knowing when to use your medical or dental coverage helps avoid unnecessary costs or delays in care... MORE

Medical professional looks at dental x-rays

Air Force announces Outstanding Airmen for 2025, including one from JBSA-Lackland
August 20, 2025 — Air Force officials selected the service’s top enlisted members, naming the Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2025. One of the winners is from the 433rd Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. ... MORE

Mission Monday: Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, Executive Support Specialist, AFIMSC Commander’s Action Group
August 18, 2025 — It’s Mission Monday! This week we highlight Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, executive support specialist with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Commander’s Action Group... MORE

It’s Mission Monday! This week we highlight Jerrel ‘Jay’ Scriven, executive support specialist with the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center Commander’s Action Group.

Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomes new commander
August 18, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomed Maj. Gen. Thomas P. Sherman as its new commander during a change of command ceremony Aug. 14 at the Gateway Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

FBI Citizens Academy class tours 433rd AW, gains insight into airlift mission
August 18, 2025 — More than two dozen participants in the FBI San Antonio Citizens Academy visited the 433rd Airlift Wing on Aug. 5, 2025, for a mission briefing and tour of the C-5M Super Galaxy... MORE

433rd Airlift Wing Reserve Airmen guide Greater San Antonio FBI Academy leadership and their civic leaders onto a C-5M Super Galaxy during a tour at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 5, 2025.

From Ghana’s streets to an MLS stadium: Airman finds home in football and service
August 14, 2025 — Senior Airman Ebenezer Owusu Arthur, a 59th Medical Wing central sterile processing technician, recently competed in a military-only soccer tournament hosted by Major League Soccer’s Real Salt Lake... MORE

Senior Airman Ebenezer Owusu Arthur, 59th Medical Wing, takes a penalty kick during a photo shoot recognizing his achievements at a military-only soccer tournament in Utah.

Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomes new command chief
August 13, 2025 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center welcomed a new command chief during a change of responsibility ceremony Aug. 13 at the Gateway Club.Chief Master Sgt. Ronnie Woods succeeded Chief... MORE

Harnessing joint allied cyber capabilities: Sixteenth Air Force and Romanian Cyber Command share insights during inaugural bilateral engagement
August 13, 2025 — Sixteenth Air Force (Air Forces Cyber) hosted the Romanian Cyber Command for their first bilateral engagement at its Joint base San Antonio-Lackland headquarters July 28-29... MORE

Leadership sits at table to discuss cyber partnership.

Educational outreach initiative: Inspiring elementary students in infectious disease research, biosafety practices
August 12, 2025 — Dr. Jesus Silvas from the 59th Medical Wing and Dr. Israel Guerrero from the Texas Biomedical Research Institute visited Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos to introduce 2nd–5th grade students to careers in infectious disease research and biosafety... MORE

Capt. Jesus Silvas, a microbiologist with the U.S. Army Reserve Medical Command assigned to the 59th Medical Wing’s Office of Research and Technology Applications, shows students a Biosafety Level 4 Positive Pressure Suit Aug. 7, 2025, at Mendez Elementary School in San Marcos, Texas, as Dr. Israel Guerrero, a virologist with Texas Biomedical Research Institute, explains its use.

59th Medical Wing recognizes volunteer contributions
August 11, 2025 — The 59th Medical Wing hosted its annual volunteer recognition luncheon to honor the individuals whose selfless service contributed to support across clinics and services in 2025... MORE

Volunteers with the 59th Medical Wing were recognized during the annual Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Aug. 1, 2025.

Get your child ready for the new school year: A TRICARE Parent’s Guide
August 11, 2025 — Getting your child’s health care needs taken care of before school starts helps ensure they’re ready to focus on learning. TRICARE covers the essential services that parents need to check off their back-to-school list... MORE

Female teacher leads a group of young students into school

433rd Maintenance Group welcomes new commander
August 11, 2025 — Col. Michael H.M. Egbalic assumed command of the 433rd Maintenance Group during a ceremony at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy Auditorium at Joint base San Antonio-Lackland on Aug. 2. ... MORE