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435 FTS breaks records, learns leadership and gives back at San Antonio Food Bank
December 14, 2015 — Members ofthe 435th Fighter Training Squadron here broke single-day foodpacking records at the San Antonio Food Bank Dec. 12 during their Wingman Daycommunity outreach project. The group... MORE

Members of 435th Flying Training Squadron class 16-DBR from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph take a break after packing 49,875 pounds of food on 95 pallets for distribution to the local community in the form of 39,900 meals to 3,325 local families while at the San Antonio Food Bank Dec. 12, 2015. The community outreach project, part of the unit’s Wingman Day, broke the single-day record for food packed at the food bank. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

Live Oak partners formally with JBSA on development with JLUS adoption
December 9, 2015 — The city of Live Oak formally adopted the 2015 Joint BaseSan Antonio Joint Land Use Study recommendations Dec. 8, becoming the secondcommunity to take that step in efforts toward ensuring the 12th... MORE

Col. Matt Isler, 12th Flying Training Wing commander, addresses the Live Oak City Council to answer questions about the Joint Land Use Study during its meeting Dec. 8, 2015. The council voted 5-0 to adopt the study, ensuring joint development planning and compatible land use between the city and Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.

Schertz council passes motion to adopt study recommendations
November 19, 2015 — Ina major step toward ensuring the 12th Flying Training Wing’s missionremains compatible with planned development around Joint Base SanAntonio-Randolph, the Schertz City Council formally adopted the... MORE

Col. David Drichta, 12th Operations Group commander, thanks the city of Schertz for the community’s support of formal adoption of the Joint Land Use Study during a city council meeting in Schertz, Texas, Nov. 17, 2015. The study, a joint effort between the military and surrounding community partners focused on finding solutions in mutual areas of concern, such as incompatible development around airfields, was adopted by a 5-0 vote. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)

Air Force legend interacts with next generation of Airmen
November 2, 2015 — Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, commander of Air Education andTraining Command, hosted a distinguished visitor, retired Lt. Col. Richard Cole,one of two surviving members of the Doolittle Raiders from WWII... MORE

Retired Lt. Col. Richard Cole, Doolittle Raider, shakes hands with members of the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds at his 100th birthday celebration Oct. 30, 2015, at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The Doolittle Raiders were a group of 80 men who served under the command of Gen. James “Jimmy” Doolittle. The Raiders conducted a bombing mission on Japan April 18, 1942, in retaliation for the attack on Pearl Harbor. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer/Released)

Thunderbirds touch down at JBSA-Randolph for air show
October 27, 2015 — The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds demonstration team arrivedOct. 26 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph in anticipation for the 2015 JBSAAir Show and Open House taking place Oct. 31 and Nov. 1.The... MORE

U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” team members arrive at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph prior to the 2015 Joint Base San Antonio air show and open house Oct. 26, 2015. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. The air show will allow attendees to get up close and personal to see some of the equipment and aircraft used by the U.S. military today.

METC prepares future medics for any situation
September 17, 2015 — The Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base SanAntonio-Fort Sam Houston graduates an average of 5,400 Air Force medics andNavy corpsmen from the Basic Medical Technician Corpsman Program... MORE

Basic Medical Technician Corpsman Program students practice patient assessment skills Sept. 11, 2015, at the Medical Education and Training Campus at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston. The BMTC Program graduates an average of 11,000 Air Force medics and Navy corpsmen annually.

Recruiter provides Airmen with early separation program information
July 30, 2015 — For most individuals who hear the term ‘Palace Chase’ forthe first time, the name is followed by confusion. However, Master Sgt. GeorgeHiggins, 433rd Air Wing Recruiting Squadron in service recruiter,... MORE

Master Sgt. George Higgins (left), 433rd Air Wing Recruiting Squadron recruiter, briefs Senior Airman Miranda Gonzales, 902nd Security Forces Squadron military working dog handler, on Palace Chase Monday at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.

359th Medical Group raises immunization awareness
July 30, 2015 — With National Immunization Awareness Month beginningSaturday, health care professionals at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph’s 359thMedical Group plan to step up their education efforts.An information... MORE

Class to teach parents about social media pitfalls
July 30, 2015 — Parents interested in learning about the potential pitfallsof social media and how their children use it are invited to attend the "Dangerof Social Media" class Aug. 26 at the Human Performance... MORE

Roberson takes command of AETC
July 22, 2015 — Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson took command ofthe Air Education and Training Command in a ceremony at Joint Base SanAntonio-Randolph July 21.Outgoing commander, Gen. Robin Rand, handed Roberson the reigns... MORE

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Mark A. Welsh III (left) passes the Air Education and Training Command guidon to Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, commander of AETC, during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, July 21, 2015. The change of command ceremony represents the formal passing of responsibility, authority and accountability of command from one officer to another. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

Pilot for A Day program continues at 560th Flying Training Squadron
July 17, 2015 — The 560th Flying Training Squadron welcomed itsnewest pilot, as part of the “Pilot for A Day” program July 17 atJBSA-Randolph.Jared Stadler, became a pilot and joined the ranksof the 560th FTS... MORE

Jared Stadler,Cole High School student, sits in the cockpit of a T-6 Texan II while Maj. Todd Salzweder, 560th Flying Training Squadron director of staff, explains the aircraft controls July 17, 2015, during a Pilot for a Day event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Since 1994, squadron members have sponsored the “Pilot for A Day” program for children of all ages with chronic illnesses. The goal of the program is to give these children a break from the challenges they face each day because of their illnesses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Melissa Peterson/Released)

NFL player teaches football skills to JBSA-Randolph youth
July 15, 2015 — Children from Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph learned about football skills, teamwork and sportsmanship from Terrance Williams, DallasCowboys wide receiver, at a camp July 7-8 at the Rambler Sports... MORE

Terrance Williams, Dallas Cowboy wide receiver, instructs children during a youth football camp July 7 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. Throughout the camp, Williams offered tips and instruction, highlighting the finer points of football. Campers experienced various stations specializing in fundamental skills and participated in touch football games. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez/Released)

JBSA Visitor Control Centers screen out threats, defend multiple Air Force missions
July 14, 2015 — The Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Visitor Control Center is one of several facilities that play a vital first-defense role in the security of installation members, missions and assets across JBSA... MORE

Staff Sgt. Kolton Glasoe, 502nd Security Forces Squadron entry controller, checks a visitor’s ID card at the Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Visitor Control Center. So far for 2015, the JBSA-Fort Sam Houston VCC has served nearly 16,000 customers. The Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Visitor Control Center is one of several facilities that play a vital first-defense role in the security of installation members, missions and assets across JBSA through a system that ensures those who could threaten that environment are denied base access. (U.S. Air Force photo by Steve Eliott/Released)

902nd SFS provides life blood to troops, local community
July 14, 2015 — The 902nd Security Forces Squadron held a blood drive July 9at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The blood drive, coordinated with the Armed Services BloodProgram, will help supply blood to wounded... MORE

Airman 1st Class Max-Eddie Ibarrientos, 59th Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Squadron medical lab technician, starts an I.V. on 2nd Lt. Sol Grosskopf, 502nd Air Base Wing chaplain candidate, July 9, 2015, during a blood drive at JBSA-Randolph. The blood drive was hosted by the 902nd Security Forces Squadron, and will help supply blood to San Antonio Military Medical Center and to troops deployed in combat locations. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Stormy Archer/Released)

EES/WAPS briefing team to visit JBSA July 24 and 27
July 10, 2015 — Personnelfrom Headquarters Air Force and the Air Force Personnel Center will visit Joint Base San Antonio July 24 and 27 to share information about EnlistedEvaluation System and Weighted Airman... MORE

JBSA-Randolph participates in project to reduce aircraft bird strikes
July 8, 2015 — Biologists from the 12th Flying Training Wing Safety Officeat Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph and the U.S. Department of Agriculture areparticipating in a research project to find solutions for... MORE

From left: Ted Pepps, Mike Pacheco and Brian Washburn, U.S. Department of Agriculture research biologists, demonstrate the proper way to set up an electromagnetic drop net June 23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph as part of a study to reduce bird strikes on aircraft. For the complete story, see page 4.
Photo by Melissa Peterson

YES program gives students work skills, helps with college costs
July 8, 2015 — The Air Force Aid Society can help for active-duty memberswho find themselves in a financial bind.It can also provide a boost for the children of active-dutymembers.The AFAS-sponsored Youth Employment... MORE

JeVaughnte Shannon (left) and MeMe Hartson, Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Youth Center Youth Employment Skills program participants, prepare to set up tables for lunch June 22 at the JBSA-Randolph Youth Center.

Clean up continues at Joint Base San Antonio Recreation Park
July 1, 2015 — Dillon Tyson (left) and Thomas Bonecutter, 502nd Force Support Squadron recreational aides, clean up debris from the heavy rains and flooding June 24 at the Joint Base San Antonio Canyon Lake... MORE

Dillon Tyson (left) and Thomas Bonecutter, 502nd Force Support Squadron recreational aides, clean up debris from the heavy rains and flooding June 24 at the Joint Base San Antonio Canyon Lake Recreation Park. Lake accommodations are open to all Department of Defense cardholders and include cabins, shelters, tent campsites. In addition to campsites and nature trails, the park features recreational vehicle sites with boat, canoe hook ups, kayak rentals, two fishing piers, soccer fields, beach volleyball courts, boat ramps and waterfront access to Canyon Lake. (U.S. Air Force photo by Joel Martinez)

JBSA veterinary facilities sustain MWD mission, community pet wellness
July 1, 2015 — Along with offering preventative health care services forthe pets of Joint Base San Antonio military members, the three JBSA veterinaryfacilities are also responsible for ensuring America’s... MORE

Donna Debonis (right), 59th Medical Wing veterinary medical officer, administers a routine shot to JoJo while Sherry Armstrong, JoJo’s owner, holds her in place June 29 at the Joint Base San Antonio- Lackland Veterinary Treatment Facility. The JBSA-Lackland facility now has multiple appointments available, for more information, call 671-3631. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Lynsie Nichols)

Maintenance technicians cleaning up aircraft displays at JBSA-Randolph
July 1, 2015 — Throughout the summer, aircraft corrosion controltechnicians from the 12th Flying Training Wing Maintenance Directorate will bewashing aircraft displays that are part of the Air Heritage Park at Joint... MORE

Aircraft corrosion control technicians from the 12th Flying Training Wing Maintenance Directorate, clean the tail portion of a static aircraft display June 6 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.