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12th Maintenance Group Hosts Job Shadow Day 2017
February 28, 2017
Robert Hamm, 12th Maintenance Group deputy director, poses with the Judson High School Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Academy class Feb. 2, 2017 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The group completed a tour of the flight line and an aircraft maintenance hangar.
Overcoming adversity: One Airman's fight to beat cancer and serve
February 28, 2017
While deployed to the Middle East in 2015, Senior Airman Cameron Sowle found a lump in his neck he would later discover was stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma (Courtesy Photo).
37th Training Wing hosts Drill Down Invitational
February 27, 2017
Members of the 59th Training Group drill team perform in the freestyle round of the 37th Training Wing Drill Down Invitational at the Pfingston Reception Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas, Feb. 25, 2017. The 59th Training Group included a team of nine Airmen enrolled in technical training at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston.
Military child care is just a keystroke away
February 27, 2017
AF offers new two-year degree program for civilians
February 22, 2017
The Air Force is expanding development opportunities for the civilian workforce by offering an associate degree at little to no-cost. (U. S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons)
18th CMSAF: The Airman behind the stripes
February 21, 2017
Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright
Citizen Airmen recognized for DOD-wide impact
February 17, 2017
Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Todd Ernst shares memories of his friend Maj. Pete “Oly” Jahns with family and dignitaries at a ceremony on Feb. 13 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas honoring him for his efforts to get legislation changed to ensure Reserve and Guard families receive the same survivor benefits as active duty service members. Jahns perished on March 19, 2003, in a T-38 crash during a routine training flight at JBSA-Randolph. (Air Force photo by Janis El Shabazz, 340th Flying Training Group Public Affairs)
Cody testifies before SASC on importance of Airmen, families
February 15, 2017
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James A. Cody speaks with Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Steven Giordano and Sgt. Maj. of the Marine Corps Ronald L. Green before testifying at the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel in Washington, D.C., Feb. 14, 2017. In his comments, Cody talked about compensation and growing the force. This is the last Congressional hearing for Cody before he retires from the Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo/Scott M. Ash)
Rally promoting health, fitness to unite JBSA next month
February 14, 2017
JBSA - Runners take off from the starting line during the Fit Kid 5K and Health Fair March 12 at Heritage Park on Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph. The Fit Kid 5K and Health Fair is part of National Nutrition Month that aims to teach children healthy habits related to nutrition and fitness.
AF program assists special needs family members
February 6, 2017
Blended Retirement System Opt-In training now available to all Airmen
February 2, 2017
The Blended Retirement System Opt-In course provides information for eligible Airmen to make an educated decision on which retirement plan is right for them. The Opt-In course is now available on Joint Knowledge Online. (Department of Defense graphic)
AF responds to hiring freeze
February 1, 2017
The Air Force is working with the Defense Department to provide additional guidance on the federal civilian hiring freeze implemented Jan. 23. The Air Force Personnel Center will provide individual notices to those directly affected by this freeze. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Rob Lyon)
Officer developmental education application window opens Jan. 30
January 29, 2017
The application window for intermediate and senior developmental education programs opens Jan. 30, 2017, for eligible active duty officers. All applications, including senior rater nominations, are due to the Air Force Personnel Center by March 3, 2017. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Staff Sgt. Alexx Pons)
Throwback paint scheme proves heritage is big in the 435th
January 19, 2017
Rudy Olivarez, a Corrosion Control Specialist in the 12th Maintenance Group, applies paint to the landing gear of a T-38C Talon at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, Jan. 13, 2017. Members of the corrosion control shop are changing the plane’s color scheme from two-tone gray to heritage blue, a scheme that was used by the 435th Fighter Training Squadron 40 years ago, ahead of a reunion of pilots that trained for fighter fundamentals after Jan. 1, 1977. (U.S. Air Force photo/Randy Martin)
502nd Air Base Wing: Supporting the largest installation in the first command
January 19, 2017
Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland dates back to July 4, 1942, when the War Department separated part of Kelly Field west of Leon Creek and made it an independent installation, naming it the San Antonio Aviation Cadet Center. The Army re-designated it as the Army Air Forces Military Training Center Feb. 1, 1946, and gave it the basic military training mission for the Army Air Force.
Overcoming the fire: One defender’s story of survival and healing
January 13, 2017
Staff Sgt. Bryan Nelson, 802nd Security Forces Squadron training NCO, fires an air pistol during the week-long Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) Warrior CARE event at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Jan. 11, 2017. Shooting, an adaptive and rehabilitative sport, is designed to introduce wounded warriors to adaptive sports which aid in their recovery and promotes mental and physical wellness and teamwork. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Lauren Parsons/Released)
Joint Base San Antonio names military ambassadors
January 3, 2017
Tech. Sgt. Marie Sarabia and Staff Sgt. Nicholas J. Gooden-Bustamante are the 2017 U.S. Air Force Military Ambassadors for Joint Base San Antonio.
JBSA tax centers open Jan. 31 to assist military, family members, retirees
January 3, 2017
This year, four tax assistance centers will be available at Joint Base San Antonio locations to provide free tax preparation and e-filing of federal and state income tax returns for eligible military tax¬payers and family members. Services will be available for military retirees on a limited basis.
SecDef ensures future military readiness during JBSA visit
November 17, 2016
Defense Secretary Ash Carter speaks to U.S. Air Force basic military training trainees at the Pfingston Reception Center, Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Nov. 16, 2016. Carter is on a four-day trip focusing on the readiness of the nation’s force and the effectiveness of the warfighter’s training and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Sean M. Worrell/Not Released)
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS BUDGET
July 15, 2016