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JBSA-Randolph main gate dedicated to Security Forces Airman
May 7, 2018 — Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph officials renamed the main gate in memory of Airman 1st Class Charles T. Lindsey, a former 12th Security Police Squadron law enforcement security specialist, at a dedication ceremony held Friday, May 4... MORE

Airman 1st Class Charles T. Lindsey is photographed while on patrol with the 12th Security Police Squadron at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in 1994.

12th Flying Training Wing wins Innovation Award
April 23, 2018 — Across all of Air Education and Training Command, units have strived to make bounds in the U.S. Air Force's culture of innovation. As an incentive to inspire improvement within the command, AETC developed a Continuum of Learning Challenge. ... MORE

Aircrews throughout Air Education and Training Command will soon be benefiting from a test program spearheaded by Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 12th Operations Group that will improve information management in the cockpit.

‘Stronger Together’ theme sets tone for 59th MDW’s 5K Run for Life
April 20, 2018 — The Joint Base San Antonio community will unite to bring awareness to the problem of suicide during two events scheduled in May... MORE

The Joint Base San Antonio community will unite to bring awareness to the problem of suicide during two events scheduled in May

”What Now, Airman?” spurs discussion about ethical dilemmas
April 2, 2018 — The Profession of Arms Center of Excellence is currently producing “What Now, Defender?,” the 11th topic in the “What Now, Airman?” series... MORE

Devon Ryan an actor, portrays Staff Sgt Riggs during the recording of one of the scenarios to be included in the What Now Airman series for Defenders, Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph, Texas, March 19, 2018. The Defender training video is being developed to support the new Air Force Global Strike Command Security Forces New Supervisor Workshop and other Security Force units in the Air Force.

Military child in spotlight at JBSA-Randolph's Famaganza
March 30, 2018 — Famaganza, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s Month of the Military Child celebration, is set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 7 at Youth Programs on Main Circle, building 585... MORE

Staff Sgt. Michael Sengphradeth, 902nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog trainer, prepares to show a demonstration of the 902nd SFS MWDs during Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 2016 Famaganza at the Youth Programs complex.

JBSA-Randolph firing range upgrades enhance visibility, save money
March 27, 2018 — Upgrades at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph indoor firing range, including LED lighting and a remote target retrieval system, are improving shooters’ efficiency while decreasing the time they spend at the facility... MORE

Upgrades at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph indoor firing range, including LED lighting and a remote target retrieval system, are improving shooters’ efficiency while decreasing the time they spend at the facility.

Air Force Assistance Fund kicks off March 26
March 23, 2018 — The 2018 Air Force Assistance Fund Campaign at Joint Base San Antonio kicks off March 26 and will run until May 4... MORE

Main chapel remains one of JBSA-Randolph’s ‘great jewels’
March 19, 2018 — Built in the image of Missions Concepción and San Jose in San Antonio, the main chapel at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph has served the spiritual needs of the base community since it was completed in 1934... MORE

Built in the image of Missions Concepción and San Jose in San Antonio, the main chapel at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph has served the spiritual needs of the base community since it was completed in 1934.

T-38C dons F-4’s colors for role during Freedom Flyer Reunion
March 16, 2018 — An aircraft with a color scheme familiar to Air Force pilots who flew missions during the Vietnam War will play an important role in the 560th Flying Training Squadron’s 45th annual Freedom Flyer Reunion March 22-23... MORE

Flight #162, Mission Complete
March 15, 2018 — On a Friday afternoon in 1966 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla., personnel gathered together for a commander’s call. Among the crowd was Lt. Joe Milligan, now a retired colonel, who unknowingly would make a decision that altered the rest of his career... MORE

Retired Col. Joe Milligan poses for a photo, March 13, 2018 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, TX. Milligan was shot down during his 113th combat mission and spent nearly six years as a Prisoner of War in Northern Vietnam. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Gwendalyn Smith)

Front and Center: Be a leader people trust and come to with their problems
March 13, 2018 — Since he started in the 12th Maintenance Group at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in September of 2016, Dave Duggar has brought experience and innovation to the J-85 propulsion shop... MORE

Dave Duggar, 12th Maintenance Group J-85 propulsion shop supervisor, conducts an inspection on a T-38 Talon engine Feb. 28 2018, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Duggar oversees the engine shop and test cell ensuring T-38 engines are "mission ready" to conduct daily sorties for the 12th Flying Training Wing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell)

Genealogy program at JBSA-Randolph helps attendees untangle family trees
March 5, 2018 — A program that started March 1 at the Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Library is helping attendees overcome the obstacles they encounter as they research their family trees... MORE

Vintage family photos show a connection to the past through genealogy. (Courtesy Graphic)

12 FTW aircrews testing tablet computers for use throughout AETC
February 21, 2018 — Aircrews throughout Air Education and Training Command will soon be benefiting from a test program spearheaded by Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 12th Operations Group that will improve information management in the cockpit... MORE

Exercise at JBSA-Randolph tests Air Force members’ combat readiness
January 24, 2018 — More than 40 Air Force members from across Joint Base San Antonio came to JBSA-Randolph’s Camp Talon Jan. 18 for evaluation of the skills that prepare them for deployment. ... MORE

Operational Readiness Exercise/Ability to Survive and Operate

A week of healing characterizes Warrior CARE event
January 12, 2018 — Seven years after surviving the attack of a gunman who took the lives of two of his security forces Airmen at Frankfurt International Airport in Germany, Tech. Sgt. Trevor Brewer continues his healing process... MORE

. Warrior CARE events are a one-week event for all wounded, ill, or injured service members. It features Adaptive Sports & Resiliency Program training and competition. It’s also an opportunity to receive an education in Caregiver Support, Recovering Airman Mentorship and Employment and Career Readiness.

Influenza activity increasing, but flu shot a key step in prevention
December 18, 2017 — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that influenza activity is increasing across Texas and the United States, but it appears active-duty members and other beneficiaries at Joint Base San Antonio are taking the initial step to protect themselves against the flu... MORE

Visit your local clinic if you are still in need of this annual vaccine.

Go green for the holidays
December 12, 2017 — Join the JBSA Qualified Recycling Program and the JBSA Environmental Program in making a difference this holiday season by taking small steps that can have a meaningful impact by reducing waste and conserving energy... MORE

What is your leadership platform?
December 11, 2017 — The Air Force has blessed me with a wide spectrum of training, experience, culture and people; you could say the Air Force has literally “grown” me... MORE

Chief Master Sgt. Heather Ransom, 502nd Security and Readiness Group Superintendent.

Crew that overcame engine failure earn AETC safety award nomination
December 4, 2017 — What could have been a sortie with disastrous consequences was averted the morning of June 29 by a weapons systems officer and student pilot from the 435th Fighter Training Squadron who were practicing bombing deliveries at a range south of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph... MORE

Capt. Joshua Smith, 435th Fighter Training Squadron flight commander and instructor pilot, stands by the tail of a T-38C Talon Sept. 20, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. Smith Relied on his training to overcome the failure of one his T-38's engines and guided the aircraft to an airfield for a safe landing. (courtesy photo)

Growing to Meet Current and Future AF RPA Training Demands
October 18, 2017 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Earlier this month the 558th Flying Training Squadron took delivery of its sixteenth and final new flight simulator from the 502nd Air Base Wing’s Trainer Development Squadron. It is the latest component of a veritable and growing undergraduate pilot training machine... MORE

Members of the 502nd Trainer Development Squadron gather for a group photo in Hangar 74, Oct. 13, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas. They worked with several contractors to design, test, accept, deliver and maintain 16 flight simulators that the 558th Flying Training Squadron uses to train Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilots. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Ave I. Young)