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2017 JBSA Airshow brings air power to San Antonio
November 5, 2017
The U.S. Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at the Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 4, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field. Air Shows allow the Air Force to display the capapbilities of our aircraft to the American Public through aerial demonstration and static displays.
JBSA Air Show kicks off at Port San Antonio
November 4, 2017
The U.S. Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform at the Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 4, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field. Air Shows allow the Air Force to display the capapbilities of our aircraft to the American Public through aerial demonstration and static displays.
Morin soars with the Thunderbirds at JBSA Air Show
November 4, 2017
Brittany Morin, founder and CEO of Brit and Company, gets ready to fly with the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron "Thunderbirds" at the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio Air Show and Open House Nov. 4, 2017. Morin got the opportunity to see first-hand the teamwork and precision needed to deliver combat airpower around the world.
Rehearsal Day showcases what’s to come at Air Show and Open House
November 3, 2017
Members of the U.S. Air Force Aerial Demonstration Squadron “Thunderbirds” perform during the 2017 Joint Base San Antonio and Open House rehearsal day Nov. 3, 2017, at JBSA-Lackland, Kelly Field, Texas. Air shows allow the Air Force to display the capabilities of our aircraft to the American taxpayer through aerial demonstrations and static displays. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Stormy Archer)
BMT graduation, JBSA air show immerse JROTC cadets in Air Force culture
November 3, 2017
2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House
USAISR scientists engage middle school students at STEM club
November 3, 2017
Dr. Stefanie Shiels, a staff scientist at the at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, recreates an elbow joint from PVC pipe, rubber bands, string and balloons Oct. 4 at St. Matthew Catholic School during a community outreach event.
Burn Center offers new pain management approach for patients
November 3, 2017
Pain medication is managed with the placement of an intrathecal catheter exactly like an epidural catheter used for laboring women, except that the catheter resides in the intrathecal space where the cerebrospinal fluid resides instead of the epidural space.
Hand-free device enhances BAMC staff communication, safety
November 3, 2017
Gina Brown uses the wireless hands-free integrated communications system, or WHIICS, to contact another staff member Nov. 1. The Brooke Army Medical Center Information Management Division implemented the WHICS last October, but the system was fully employed Oct. 5 to allow alarms from patient monitors to automatically contact the appropriate personnel through the device.
Thunderbirds arrive at JBSA for 2017 Air Show
November 2, 2017
2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House
Air Force Wounded Warrior takes flight with Thunderbirds
November 2, 2017
2017 JBSA Air Show and Open House
JBSA pilots and engineers engage with community leaders, residents on compatible use
November 2, 2017
2017 JBSA AICUZ Open Houses
Lackland Fisher House recognizes donors, volunteers during appreciation day
November 2, 2017
The Lackland Fisher House honored the contributions of their volunteers and donors with an appreciation day Oct. 25, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.
CMSAF eyes indefinite enlistment, awards program changes for enlisted force
November 1, 2017
Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth Wright, the 18th person to hold this position, sits for his official portrait in the Pentagon, Feb. 10, 2017.
Israeli Air Force Surgeon General visits 59th Medical Wing
November 1, 2017
Israeli Air Force Col. (Dr.) Yifat Erlich-Shoham, Surgeon General of the Israeli Air Force, is briefed on the 59th Medical Wing's air evacuation capabilities by Col. (Dr.) Mark Ervin at Joint Base San Antonio-Camp Bullis Oct. 24. Erlich-Shoham's visit symbolizes a continued Air Force medical partnership between the United States and Israel.
Highway 90 Gate enhances patient care at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center
November 1, 2017
Staff Sgt. Mellissa Taylor, 559th Trainee Health Squadron optometry noncommissioned officer in charge, checks an ID at the Highway 90 gate while performing security forces augmentee duty Oct. 23 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The Highway 90 gate provides easy and convenient access for patients to quickly access care and facilities.
Native American Airman encourages inclusion through knowledge
November 1, 2017
Technical Sergeant Frances photo and graphic with quote.
Changes are coming to TRICARE: are you ready to take command of your health?
November 1, 2017
Changes are coming to TRICARE benefits beginning Jan. 1, 2018. These changes will give people more benefit choices, improves access to care, simplifies cost shares, and allows people to take command of their health.
Soldiers with dependents reminded to keep records up to date
October 31, 2017
Staff Sgt. Eric Golowach, a U.S. Army Reserve military police Soldier with the 443rd Military Police Company, of Owings Mills, Maryland, embraces his daughter, Mia, 4, after returning from a 10-month deployment to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Sept. 9.
New Army uniform provides lighter weight without breaking sweat
October 31, 2017
Soldiers with the 25th Infantry Division in Hawaii tackle obstacles in February 2017, while evaluating a new, lighter-weight uniform.
Fallen Defenders remembered at annual ruck march
October 30, 2017
Fallen Defenders remembered at annual ruck march