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AETC partners with university to expand virtual reality trainer’s capabilities
February 15, 2019 — Air Education and Training Command is partnering with a South Dakota-based university known for its science and engineering curriculum to enhance the capabilities of the virtual reality trainers used in pilot training... MORE

Dr. Jeff McGough, South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Computer Science and Engineering Department head, evaluates a virtual reality trainer sent from Air Education and Training Command’s Pilot Training Next program. A technology team at the school has begun work on improving the trainer used in pilot training.

Dental clinic’s events focus on children’s oral health this month
February 1, 2019 — The Children’s Dental Health Month activities will begin with the annual Give Kids a Smile Day from 7:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 8 at the clinic, 221 Third St. West, building 1040 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

The Children’s Dental Health Month activities will begin with the annual Give Kids a Smile Day from 7:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 8 at the clinic, 221 Third St. West, building 1040.
The event raises awareness about the importance of oral health and allows dentists and technicians to provide free oral health education, screenings and treatment to underserved children. Appointments may be made by calling the clinic at 210-652-1846, but slots are now only available for children 6 months to 3 years old.

Healthy equals happy: motivation spurs physical fitness
January 4, 2019 — With the beginning of the new year, many people use this opportunity as a clear slate to make positive changes. Tech. Sgt. Maurice Monroe, Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency Training Management Branch manager at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, found motivation from an unflattering photo of himself to become more physically fit. ... MORE

Tech. Sgt. Maurice Monroe, Air Force Manpower Analysis Agency Training Management Branch manager, runs laps during his lunch at the Rambler Fitness Center track, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 3, 2018. Monroe uses exercise as a stress reliever and to improve his overall fitness

Collette Christmas: spreading cheer every year
December 14, 2018 — Just like most offices around the wintry season, some Air Force shops take part in decorating for the holidays, even if it’s just dusting off and setting up the 3-foot tree stored in the basement. For Marc Collette, Headquarters Air Education Training Command A4R Logistics and Readiness Division command equipment manager, the holiday season is a time to transform his office into the epitome of a workshop, fit for Santa’s elves... MORE

Marc Collette, Headquarters Air Education Training Command, equipment manager, A4R Logistics and Readiness Division, poses with a decorated office as his backdrop, Dec. 4, 2018 at Joint Base San Antonio, Texas. Collette started this tradition after going through a divorce in 1997 to cheer up his children.

Trees for Troops provides trees for military families
December 7, 2018 — Since 2005, Trees for Troops has collected and donated more than 176,000 trees for military families. This year, 165 trees were given out at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Dec. 7. FedEx has logged more than 653,400 miles for this charity in the United States alone. They deliver the Christmas trees to 65 military bases, either in the U.S. or overseas... MORE

Specialist Barbar Fretto, with the Army Reserve and her husband Nicholas, an Army cadet, look for tree a to celebrate their first Christmas as husband and wife during the Trees for Troops event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Dec. 7, 2018. Trees for Troops has impacted many families and individuals.

“Just like the simulations”: veteran instructor pilots shape next generation American airpower
November 20, 2018 — If only you could learn from your embarrassing mistakes in real time and be given a second chance to redeem yourself. That reset button does exist for the pilots studying with the 12th Training Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. ... MORE

Damon Themely, an instructor pilot with the 12th Training Squadron, teaches a student pilot in a T-38C Talon flight simulator at Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph on Nov. 8, 2018. Instructor pilots have the ability to change the environment and flying conditions for the students, creating unique challenges for them to overcome.

With holiday season approaching, it’s time to mail Christmas cards, packages
November 16, 2018 — The United States Postal Service is expecting another extra busy holiday season this year, estimating the delivery of nearly 15 billion pieces of mail and 900 million packages between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day... MORE

The United States Postal Service is expecting another extra busy holiday season this year, estimating the delivery of nearly 15 billion pieces of mail and 900 million packages between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.

SARMs provide ‘last line of defense’ to ensure safety of aircrews
November 16, 2018 — The 12th Operations Support Squadron performs a crucial role at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, keeping 12th Flying Training Wing pilots safe in their aerial mission by attending to duties ranging from airfield and airspace management to aircrew flight equipment inspections and training... MORE

Britneigh Zeringue, 12th Operations Support Squadron aviation resource manager, briefs 435th Fighter Training Squadron pilots prior to a training mission Nov. 7, 2108, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Squadron aviation resource management is responsible for managing pilot flying currencies as well as maintaining communication between the pilots, operations and maintenance squadrons.

Preparedness is key when responding to emergencies
November 3, 2018 — Joint Base San Antonio Fire Emergency Services hosted a Rescue One course at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph from Oct. 22 to Nov. 15... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio Fire Emergency Services hosted a Rescue One course at JBSA-Randolph from Oct. 22 to Nov. 15.

JBSA Defenders emerge as back-to-back Battle of Badges champs
October 26, 2018 — Security forces members and firefighters from across Joint Base San Antonio faced off once again for the annual battle of the badges Oct. 19-20 at JBSA-Randolph... MORE

Airman 1st Class Jared Tajalle, 902nd Security Forces Squadron patrolman, and fellow 902nd SFS members pull a fire truck Oct. 20, 2018, during the final challenge of the 2018 Battle of the Badges at Eberle Park, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Battle of the Badges takes place each year to build camaraderie, espirit de corps and cohesion among JBSA first responders through various competitive challenges taken from their daily missions.

October reminds us the importance of good oral health
October 18, 2018 — October is National Dental Hygiene Month, an effort to celebrate the work dental hygienists do and help raise awareness of the importance of good oral health... MORE

October is National Dental Hygiene Month and serves as a great opportunity to emphasize the importance of good oral hygiene.

M&FRC class focuses on advantages of Thrift Savings Plan
October 12, 2018 — A class scheduled from 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 19 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Military & Family Readiness Center will allow service members and Department of Defense civilians to learn about a savings plan that can help them build a sizable nest egg for their retirement years... MORE

A class scheduled from 10-11:30 a.m. Oct. 19 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Military & Family Readiness Center will allow service members and Department of Defense civilians to learn about a savings plan that can help them build a sizable nest egg for their retirement years.

Volunteer effort preserving legacy of World War I aviators
October 12, 2018 — An effort underway at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph is ensuring that the flight records and correspondence of the United States’ earliest military aviators will be preserved for decades to come... MORE

A 12th Training Squadron detail Airman, sorts through the Order of Daedalion’s flight records April 18, 2018 at the Daedalian Foundation National Headquarters building on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The Order of Daedalians has a record of every military flight conducted by its members organized and on file for those interested to look through. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Shelby Pruitt)

Aerospace Ground Equipment vital to sustaining the 12th Flying Training Wing as the ‘Source of America’s Airpower’
October 4, 2018 — Soon after arriving to a new aircraft maintenance squadron, fresh technical training graduates are tasked with the most important direction of their young careers. ‘We need to go to work, so go grab the keys to the airplane.’ Some time later, an exasperated Airman returns to a shop rolling with laughter, waiting to let them in on one of oldest jokes on the flight line... MORE

Jonathan Beres, 12th Flying Training Wing aerospace ground equipment mechanic, inspects the serviceability of a New Generation Heater duct during routine maintenance Aug. 28, 2018, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Beres is part of a team that inspects, tests and maintains ground equipment that supports aircraft maintenance and flying training operations.

JBSA-Randolph hosts 360° Leaders Course
September 10, 2018 — The 360° Leadership Course is a complex, hands-on universal leadership course focused on enhancing senior leaders while providing important and necessary tools for leaders to manage and respond to various issues and challenges they may face... MORE

Col. Peter Velesky, 502d Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio vice commander, talks to NCOs Sept. 10, 2018 at the 360° Leadership Course at, JBSA-Randolph, Texas. The 360° Leadership Course is a complex, hands-on universal leadership course focused on enhancing senior leaders while providing important and necessary tools for leaders to manage and respond to issues and challenges they may face.

560th FTS welcomes newest Pilot for a Day
June 29, 2018 — In December 1994 the 560th Flying Training Squadron started the program “Pilot for a Day.” The program offers children with lifelong disabilities the opportunity to experience a day in the life of a U.S. Air Force pilot... MORE

Maj. Justin Stimets, 560th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, speaks with Megan Foster aboard a T-38 Talon during her “Pilot for a Day” orientation June 26, 2018, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The "Pilot for a Day" program invites children of all ages, military or civilian, to be guests of the 12th Flying Training Wing and its flying squadrons for an entire day. Doing so, the 12th FTW strives to give each child a special day and a break from the challenges they may face. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez/Released)

JBSA firefighters participate in “Train the Trainer” vehicle rescue course
June 14, 2018 — Firefighters across Joint Base San Antonio participated in the NFPA 1006 VEHICLE RESCUE Train-the-Trainer program June 6-8, at Camp Talon on JBSA-Randolph... MORE

Jesus Rico and Esteban Perez, 902nd Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters, train using the Jaws of Life June 8, 2018 at Camp Talon, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. These men use the Jaws of Life to pry the lodged door open and simulate a vehicle extrication rescue. (U.S. Air Force photo by: Airman Shelby Pruitt.)

Renovation project transforming one of JBSA-Randolph’s oldest buildings
May 24, 2018 — A Y-shaped building that was constructed as the post exchange during Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Army Air Corps era is in the midst of a renovation project that is transforming the interior of two of the structure’s three wings... MORE

A Y-shaped building that was constructed as the post exchange during Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Army Air Corps era is in the midst of a renovation project that is transforming the interior of two of the structure’s three wings located at Randolph Air Force Base, Texas. (courtesy photo)

Carey promoted, relinquishes command of 12th Flying Training Wing
May 21, 2018 — The 12th Flying Training Wing’s commander was promoted May 18 in a ceremony at the Parr Club on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas... MORE

Lt. Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach, commander of Alaskan North American Aerospace Defense Command Region, Alaskan Command, U.S. Northern Command, and Eleventh Air Force, promotes Col. Joel Carey to the rank of brigadier general, May 18, 2018, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. The 12FTW is responsible for four single-source aviation pipelines – Pilot Instructor Training, Combat Systems Officer Training, Remotely Piloted Aircraft Pilot Indoctrination, and Basic Sensor Operator Qualification. (U.S. Air Force by Joel Martinez)

Mission Motherhood: 'Service Before Self' rings especially true
May 11, 2018 — Since the United States Air Force was established in 1947, the core value of "Service Before Self" has always been a key for Airmen in making mission capabilities a success. For moms however, that core value not only includes the needs of their military, but also their families. ... MORE

Andrew U.S. Air Force Major Lindsay Andrew, 12th Training Squadron director of student affairs, poses with her family. Lindsay is the mother of twins and has been serving in the air Force for 14 years. (courtesy photo)