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Make plans to protect the disabled from fire
September 5, 2018 — According to the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, nearly 15,700 people were injured and 3,280 died in 2016 due to fire. People with disabilities must deal with unique challenges that fires present. With the disadvantages this group of people may have in escaping a fire, they could also have obstacles in their residence that would hamper their safe exodus. ... MORE

According to the National Fire Protection Association, or NFPA, nearly 15,700 people were injured and 3,280 died in 2016 due to fire. People with disabilities must deal with unique challenges that fires present. With the disadvantages this group of people may have in escaping a fire, they could also have obstacles in their residence that would hamper their safe exodus.

12th FTW continues heritage of aviation innovation
September 5, 2018 — Innovators from the 12th Flying Training Wing showcased the latest adaptations in pilot training for veteran aviators at the Parr Club at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Aug. 27... MORE

Capt. Jay Moore, a 560th Flying Training Squadron instructor pilot, helps demonstrate a virtual reality simulator Aug. 27, 2018 at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph.

12th Maintenance Group civilian maintainer among leadership school's best
September 4, 2018 — A 12th Maintenance Group employee completed the Rogers Airman Leadership School at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on Aug. 29, 2018 earning distinguished graduate honors... MORE

Richard Kilpper (right) listens to a Rogers Airman Leadership School Class 18-6 classmate during an exercise Aug. 29 at the Rogers Airman Leadership School on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Kilpper is a 12th Maintenance Group aircraft engine quality assurance inspector at JBSA-Randolph. He was the only civilian in the class and was among the top seven students academically.

National Preparedness Month: ' Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How.'
September 4, 2018 — Disasters can strike at any moment, and individuals should take action to prepare themselves for emergency situations. September is National Preparedness Month, and this year's national theme is "Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How."... MORE

Disasters can strike at any moment, and individuals should take action to prepare themselves for emergency situations. September is National Preparedness Month, and this year's national theme is "Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How."

Stronger together: AF senior leaders implement plan to strengthen joint leaders, teams
September 4, 2018 — In accordance with Air Force senior leaders’ Strengthening Joint Leaders and Teams Implementation Plan, the Air Force is refining and strengthening how Airmen are developed to integrate into and lead joint teams... MORE

In accordance with Air Force senior leaders’ Strengthening Joint Leaders and Teams Implementation Plan, the Air Force is refining and strengthening how Airmen are developed to integrate into and lead joint teams.

Disabled veterans now eligible for Space-A travel
August 31, 2018 — The 2019 National Defense Authorization Act was recently signed, which included a measure that will allow fully-disabled veterans the ability to utilize Space-Available travel... MORE

The 2019 National Defense Authorization Act was recently signed, which included a measure that will allow fully-disabled veterans the ability to utilize Space-Available travel. Travelers should contact their local Passenger Terminal for further details and review travel information found on the AMC Travel Page for specific details on the Space A travel program.

Local first responders, U.S. Army conduct interagency CBRN exercise in San Antonio
August 30, 2018 — It wasn’t a usual night for San Antonio’s Retama Park Aug. 29. Within hours, one of the race track’s parking lots made to fit hundreds of cars was transformed into a city of tents... MORE

Spc. Corey White, a combat medic with 581st Medical Brigade out of Fort Hood, assesses a role-player’s notional injuries during a field training exercise Aug. 30 at Retama Park in San Antonio. The exercise involved military and San Antonio civilian first responders of the chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear response enterprise where they trained together as part of an interagency response exercise Aug. 22-29 in San Antonio to improve readiness and preparedness in the event of such a disaster.

Self-Aid and Buddy Care course prepares deploying members for medical emergencies
August 30, 2018 — Items on Airmen’s predeployment checklists run the gamut from financial, legal and medical considerations to family and household matters. Another requirement can prove to be a lifesaver in life-and-death situations by preparing Airmen for their wingman role... MORE

Air Force Ambassadors within JBSA needed for 2019
August 30, 2018 — Two articulate, self-confident Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard members with outgoing personalities are needed to serve as military ambassadors at community events to represent the Air Force within Joint Base San Antonio in 2019... MORE

Two articulate, self-confident Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard members with outgoing personalities are needed to serve as military ambassadors at community events to represent the Air Force within Joint Base San Antonio in 2019.

HQ AETC among seven units approved for AF Organizational Excellence Award
August 30, 2018 — Headquarters Air Education and Training Command is one of seven organizations recently approved by the Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council for the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award... MORE

The Secretary of the Air Force Personnel Council recently approved seven organizations for the Air Force Organizational Excellence Award for 2016.

Learn to control and manage psoriasis
August 30, 2018 — Because psoriasis tends to be a life-long disease, it helps to learn about it and see a board-certified dermatologist. A bit of knowledge and help from a board-certified dermatologist can give patients some control over the psoriasis... MORE

U.S. Army Capt. Jonathan Jeter, 59th Medical Wing dermatology resident, conducts a pulse dye laser treatment on a patient at the Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The PDL is used to reduce skin blemishes and scars. The dermatology clinic provides care to approximately 33,000 patients a year.

Air Force officials launch 2018 Total Force Climate Survey
August 30, 2018 — Air Force leaders at all levels want to know, “How is my organization doing?” The 2018 Total Force Climate Survey, which runs from Aug. 27 to Oct. 30, helps answer that question and more with the help of Air Force active duty, Reserve, Guard and civilian personnel (appropriated and non-appropriated fund)... MORE

Civilian Maintainer Among Leadership School’s Best
August 30, 2018 — A 12th Flying Training Wing civilian employee attended the Rogers Airman Leadership School with 63 enlisted Airmen and was an honor graduate. He is one of, if not the only, civilian maintainers to ever do so... MORE

Richard Kilpper, a 12th Maintenance Group aircraft engine quality assurance inspector at JBSA-Randolph talks to Airman Leadership School classmates Aug. 29, 2018.

JBSA commander honors President Johnson’s legacy
August 29, 2018 — “If there was ever a doubt in my mind what a true Texan looks like, we don’t have to look any further than President Johnson,” said Brig. Gen. Laura L. Lenderman, 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, during a public wreath-laying ceremony Aug. 27 at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. The park is located in Johnson City, Texas. The gravesite ceremony for the former president observes his birthday and the contributions he made to the nation... MORE

Brig. Gen. Laura Lenderman (right), 502nd Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, and (from left) Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park Ranger Patrick Pelarski and , Dave Schafer, chief of Interpretation and Resource Management for the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park, salute the grave of President Lyndon B. Johnson Aug. 27 during a wreath-laying ceremony at LBJ National Historical Park. This year’s event honored what would have been the 110th anniversary of President Johnson’s birth.

Finding healing through helping others
August 29, 2018 — “Seeking care never slowed me down; it helped me through my toughest times.”... MORE

(Former) Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Martin E. Demplsey presents the Purple Heart medal to (then) Tech. Sgt. Richard Chwalik, Dec. 19, 2011 at a town hall meeting during the chairman's visit to Ramstein Air Base, Germany. Chwalik was injured during his deployment to Afghanistan in 2009.

Commentary: learning to navigate supervision
August 29, 2018 — Wouldn’t it be ideal if supervision came with a GPS? While one can dream, the fact is that supervision does not come with coordinates, nor a map in hand. So, how exactly does one learn to navigate supervisory relationships?... MORE

Senior Master Sgt. Shawna Brabandt is a logistics inspector at 25th Air Force and Headquarters Air Combat Command.

Joint Chiefs chairman: U.S. forces busy implementing defense strategy worldwide
August 29, 2018 — The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff gave a snapshot of the width and breadth of the U.S. military’s commitment around the globe during a Pentagon press conference Aug. 28... MORE

Defense Secretary James N. Mattis and Marine Corps Gen. Joe Dunford, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, brief reporters on U.S. military strategy and current operations, Aug. 28, 2018.

SECDEF: National Guard integral to DOD effort to build lethality, alliances
August 29, 2018 — Enhancing lethality and restoring readiness is at the heart of the National Security Strategy and the National Guard is an integral part of that strategy, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis told the National Guard Association of the United States in Washington, D.C., Aug. 25... MORE

Secretary of Defense James Mattis addresses National Guard leaders at the National Guard Association of the United States 140th General Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug. 25.

59th MDW supports breastfeeding moms with facilities, research
August 29, 2018 — The 59th Medical Wing supports new mothers with access to facilities throughout Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and educational opportunities on breastfeeding their newborns... MORE

The 59th Medical Wing supports new mothers with access to facilities throughout Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland and educational opportunities on breastfeeding their newborns.

Bexar County designated as nonattainment for ozone
August 28, 2018 — Bexar County was designated as nonattainment for ozone, July 17, 2018, under the National Ambient Air Quality Standards set forth by the Clean Air Act. This designation will officially go into effect Sept. 24, 2018... MORE

San Antonio was the last major city in Texas to attain the nonattainment status. Bexar County is being classified as “marginal” on the severity scale, and has two years to reduce air emissions and regain attainment status.Joint Base San Antonio has already been doing their part and has made great strides in combating air pollution.