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149th Fighter Wing uses innovative new jet washing robot
May 5, 2021 — A new Gunfighter has arrived at the 149th Fighter Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland … a jet washing robot. The new robot was programmed and tested at the 149th Fighter Wing under the AFWERX innovation initiative and was designed and built as a proof of concept to potentially be rolled out Air Force-wide. ... MORE

JBSA-Lackland Fisher House recovering from setbacks
May 5, 2021 — For 30 years, the Fisher House’s across the country has been a home away from home for military families whose service member is receiving care at a military treatment facility. Currently, the Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Fisher House is recuperating after the double whammy of COVID-19 and February’s winter storms. ... MORE

59th MDW: 'To make a difference that impacts the world'
May 3, 2021 — Master Sgt. Latanceia Godfrey, 59th MDW COVID-19 vaccine clinic noncommissioned officer in charge, coordinates more than 30 Airmen and civilians for the COVID-19 vaccine operation daily... MORE

Master Sgt. Latanceia Godfrey, 59th MDW COVID-19 vaccine clinic noncommissioned officer in charge, coordinates more than 30 Airmen and civilians for the COVID-19 vaccine operation daily.
Aside from assigning manpower and personnel she also works alongside the Airmen in the vaccine clinic. Being a leader to her means guiding, mentoring and protecting her Airmen.

New household goods 7-day spread date policy gives customers greater control, certainty
May 3, 2021 — The use of spread dates was introduced to provide customers greater control and certainty when scheduling personal property shipments. This rule is applied to household goods, unaccompanied baggage, and non-temporary storage shipments with pick-ups scheduled on and/or after May 15, 2021... MORE

59th Medical Wing welcomes Air Force Nurse Corps chief as new commander
April 30, 2021 — Brig. Gen. Jeannine Ryder took command of the 59th Medical Wing during a change of command ceremony at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy Auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 29. The outgoing commander, Maj. Gen. John J. DeGoes, leaves for Washington, D.C. to serve as the next Deputy Surgeon General of the Air Force... MORE

Maj. Gen. John J. DeGoes relinquished command of the 59th Medical Wing to Brig. Gen. Jeannine Ryder during a change of command ceremony at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy auditorium here April 29, 2021.

37th TRW takes virtual approach to hosting annual drill down
April 29, 2021 — Since 2017, the 37th Training Wing hosted the Drill Down Invitational. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the prospects of holding an in-person invitational this year were bleak... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas – Since 2017, the 37th Training Wing hosted the Drill Down Invitational. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the prospects of holding an in-person invitational this year were bleak.

UPDATE: 2021 Spring Carnival moved to May 8
April 29, 2021 — The 37th Training Wing, in partnership with Joint Base San Antonio Helping Agencies, is presenting the 2021 Spring Carnival May 8 at the Pfingston Reception Center and Gateway Chapel at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The event was originally scheduled for May 1 but was rescheduled due to inclement weather... MORE

37 TRW presents the 2021 Spring Carnival

DLIELC: Fighting through a pandemic
April 29, 2021 — The COVID-19 pandemic is having -- and continues to have -- a devastating effect on the world. It is a global struggle that has touched the livelihoods of many regardless of any factor that would usually be identified as a difference... MORE

Armed with a copy of the American Language Course text, a cadet participates in an online class facilitated by a Defense Language Institute English Language Center Virtual Training Team (VTT) in July 2020. VTTs were used in collaboration with the U.S. Army to provide English language training to some of the U.S. Army Echo Trainees. Since the start of this curriculum, VTTs have also been used with some of DLIELC’s international partners, like Uzbekistan.

Warhawk University opens door for training, development opportunities
April 27, 2021 — Warhawk University is the door to a host of professional development and training opportunities available for all individuals assigned or affiliated with the Gateway Wing, to include mission partners from Joint Base San Antonio. ... MORE

Warhawk University is the 37th Training Wing's commitment to providing wing members with developmental opportunities to unlock their own potential.

502nd ABW commanders, senior leaders welcome new honorary commanders
April 26, 2021 — Brig. Gen. Caroline Miller, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, hosted the 502nd ABW Honorary Commander Hail and Farewell April 23 at the Gateway Club at JBSA-Lackland. ... MORE

Brig. Gen. Caroline Miller, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, hosted the 502nd ABW Honorary Commander Hail and Farewell April 23 at the Gateway Club at JBSA-Lackland.

IAAFA graduates 59 students from U.S., international partners
April 23, 2021 — Approximately 150 members of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy and distinguished guests gathered at a graduation at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland for nearly 60 students from partner nations and the U.S. Air Force April 15... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas --Approximately 150 members of the Inter-American Air Forces Academy and distinguished guests gathered at a graduation for nearly 60 students from partner nations and the U.S. Air Force here April 15, 2021.

IAAFA stands out in AETC awards, earns top accolades
April 22, 2021 — The Enlisted Professional Military Education Center at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland has earned top honors at the Air Education and Training Command level for the second consecutive year... MORE

Professional Military Education Instructors pose for a photo March 30, 2021, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, at the Inter-American Air Forces Academy after winning Outstanding EPME Center of the Year, Air Education and Training Command, in the 2020 Enlisted Professional Military Education Awards Program. Master Sgt. Diego Ladino and IAAFA’s EPME Center are now competing for the awards at the Air Force level. (U.S. Air Force photo by Vanessa R. Adame)

Teams deliver innovative solutions at I-WEPTAC
April 22, 2021 — Teams tasked with tackling the Air and Space Forces’ most challenging Agile Combat Support issues delivered their recommendations April 21 at the 2021 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Air Force senior leaders at 2021 I-WEPTAC

Mom, son celebrate Air Force achievements
April 21, 2021 — A mom and son celebrated milestones this week when Tech. Sgt. Nessie McCray and Airman Basic Jaylen Netterville graduated from their respective technical training schools a day apart at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Nessie McCray, 344th Training Squadron, and her son, Airman Basic Jaylen Netterville, 343rd Training Squadron, share lunch at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, April 15, 2021. Both look forward to graduating and beginning their new careers. (U.S. Air Force photo by Agnes Koterba)

Physical, occupational therapy addresses injury prevention for MWD handlers
April 21, 2021 — In a physically and mentally demanding occupation, military working dog handlers with the 341st Training Squadron are exposed to risks. These risks are typically workplace injuries... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-CHAPMAN TRAINING ANNEX, Texas – In a physically and mentally demanding occupation, 341st Training Squadron military working dog (MWD) handlers are exposed to risks. These risks are typically workplace injuries.

Strategic plan provides clear path to success for Gateway Wing
April 20, 2021 — The 37th Training Wing has been tackling objectives, driving innovative solutions and building partnerships since the release of its strategic plan, “Operationalizing the Warhawk Way.”... MORE

AFIMSC helps Air Force deliver quality child care facilities
April 20, 2021 — The Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center continues its dedication to Airmen, Guardians and their families by partnering with Headquarters Air Force to deliver quality child care facilities across the enterprise... MORE

From siblings to wingmen, a family of service for BMT grads
April 19, 2021 — It’s not unusual to see several family members joining the Air Force at the same time. This is true of three siblings from Yucaipa, California, who recently graduated basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland within weeks of one another... MORE

The Vandenabeele siblings graduated Basic Military Training just three weeks apart.

AFIMSC provides link to I-WEPTAC's April 21 live stream
April 19, 2021 — Members of the Department of Defense can view a live stream of the 2021 Installation and Mission Support Weapons and Tactics Conference outbriefs at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland April 21... MORE

U.S. Space Force captain makes history at IAAFA
April 19, 2021 — U.S. Space Force Capt. Angelo Centeno, 2nd Space Warning Squadron weapons and tactics flight commander, stationed at Buckley Air Force Base, Colorado, was one of the first two USSF members to attend and graduate from the Inter-American Squadron Officer Course at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas... MORE