Joint Base San Antonio > News

25th AF vice commander visits Reserve C-5M wing
November 6, 2018 — Brig. Gen. George M. “Moose” Reynolds, 25th Air Force vice commander, visited the 433rd Airlift Wing at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Nov. 2. Col. Gregory P. Haynes, 433rd Operations Group commander, and Lt. Col. James C. Miller, 433rd OG deputy commander, presented the Alamo Wing’s mission brief, followed by a tour of a static C-5M Super Galaxy... MORE

Lt. Col. Ryan A. Clark, 356th Airlift Squadron flight instructor, explains functions of the flight engineer station to Kenneth Dilanian III Nov. 2, 2018, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas.

MICC successfully closes FY18, looks forward to new fiscal year
November 6, 2018 — Every day the men and women of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command continue to do amazing things for our supported military partners and Soldiers... MORE

Brig. Gen. Bill Boruff addresses those in attendance during an October ceremony at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Boruff is the commanding general of the Mission and Installation Contracting Command at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston.

BMT curriculum changes focused on inspiring, developing Airmen
November 6, 2018 — After listening to feedback from the field, a few changes to the Air Force Basic Military Training curriculum will transform trainees into more combat ready Airmen. The changes, which began Sept. 4, are entirely focused on readiness and lethality, Airmanship, fitness and warrior ethos... MORE

A major change in body and mind is coming to the way Basic Military Training transitions civilians into Mach-21 Airmen. The changes, which start Sept. 4 and will increase the time trainees spend at BMT from 7.5 to 8.5 weeks, are being made in an effort to better develop the next generation of Airmen with an increased focus on and by modeling four lines of effort including readiness and lethality, airmanship, fitness and a warrior ethos. With readiness being one of the Air Force’s top priorities, the need to ensure Airmen are better prepared to support both the Air Force mission and that of joint combatant commanders is being addressed through a revamped expeditionary skills and weapons training curriculum.

Fort Campbell Soldiers deployed at JBSA-Fort Sam Houston for Operation Faithful Patriot
November 5, 2018 — Soldiers assigned to 101st Sustainment Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, from Fort Campbell, Kentucky, receive briefings while deployed in support of Operation Faithful Patriot at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 1... MORE

Soldiers assigned to 101st Sustainment Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, receive briefings while deployed in support of Operation Faithful Patriot at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 1. As directed by the Department of Defense through Army headquarters, the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault) and Fort Campbell are deploying Soldiers, equipment and resources to assist Department of Homeland Security along the southwest border. Military personnel will provide a range of support including planning assistance, engineering support, and logistics and transportation support.

Soldiers, Airmen train at JBSA-Lackland for Operation Faithful Patriot
November 5, 2018 — Soldiers are deploying in support of Operation Faithful Patriot in order to assist the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Patrol officers along the southwestern border of the U.S. and Mexico... MORE

Capt. Brian Ford, commander of the 41st Route Clearance Company, 4th Engineer Battalion, 36th Engineer Brigade, speaks to his Soldiers during de-escalation of force scenario training as part of Operation Faithful Patriot at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Oct. 31. Soldiers are deploying in support of Operation Faithful Patriot in order to assist the Department of Homeland Security and Customs and Border Patrol officers along the south-western border of the U.S. and Mexico.

Joint Base San Antonio among units supporting Department of Homeland Security along southwest border
November 5, 2018 — The Department of Homeland Security has requested the Department of Defense to provide a range of assistance, including planning, engineering, transportation, logistics and medical support to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. This request for assistance will enhance CBP's ability to impede or deny illegal crossings and maintain situational awareness as it contributes to CBP's overall border security mission... MORE

Special Warfare Training Wing wetsuits provide new capabilities to local EMS teams
November 5, 2018 — As the Special Warfare Training Wing keeps pace with the latest equipment, something has to be done with the older gear that can still provide utility... MORE

Alpha Warrior final battle returns to San Antonio Nov. 17
November 5, 2018 — The 2018 Alpha Warrior Final Battle will feature the first ever inter-service competition with Airmen, Soldiers and Sailors competing Nov. 17 at Retama Park in Selma, Texas... MORE

The 2018 Alpha Warrior Final Battle will feature the first ever inter-service competition with Airmen, Soldiers and Sailors competing Nov. 17 at Retama Park in Selma, Texas.

Preparedness is key when responding to emergencies
November 3, 2018 — Joint Base San Antonio Fire Emergency Services hosted a Rescue One course at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph from Oct. 22 to Nov. 15... MORE

Joint Base San Antonio Fire Emergency Services hosted a Rescue One course at JBSA-Randolph from Oct. 22 to Nov. 15.

Never fly faster than your guardian angel can maintain your equipment
November 2, 2018 — On Sept. 18, 2018, a T-6A Texan II training sortie from JBSA-Randolph experienced an in-flight emergency requiring the pilots to eject from the aircraft. The investigation is underway. Limitations on discussing the technical aspects of the incident present a unique opportunity to focus on the human story so easily lost in a sea of facts, figures and carefully worded press releases; an opportunity to focus on the pilots, the dedicated team of maintenance professionals whose equipment saved their lives and how their destinies became inextricably linked on that warm September afternoon. ... MORE

Lt. Col. Lee Glenn and 1st Lt. Nick Donato present a custom plaque to members of the 12th OSS’ aircrew flight equipment shop

Feedback Fridays
November 2, 2018 — Feedback Fridays are weekly forums that aim to connect the 502d Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. Questions are collected during commander's calls, town hall meetings and throughout the week. If you have a question or concern, please send an email to RandolphPublicAffairs@us.af.mil using the subject line "Feedback Fridays." Questions will be further researched and published as information becomes available... MORE

Feedback Fridays is a weekly forum that aims to connect the 502d Air Base Wing with members of the Joint Base San Antonio community. Questions are collected during commander's calls, town hall meetings and throughout the week. If you have a question or concern, please send an email to RandolphPublicAffairs@us.af.mil using the subject line "Feedback Fridays." Questions will be further researched and published as information becomes available.

Air Force Aid Society provides record $6 million in hurricane relief to Airmen
November 2, 2018 — The Air Force Aid Society has provided more than $6 million in hurricane disaster and relief assistance to airmen and their families across the Florida Gulf region following the aftermath of Hurricane Michael... MORE

The Air Force Aid Society has provided more than $6 million in hurricane disaster and relief assistance to airmen and their families across the Florida Gulf region following the aftermath of Hurricane Michael.

TRICARE updates dental, vision plans
November 2, 2018 — Beginning Jan. 1, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program will replace the current TRICARE Retiree Dental Program and affect approximately 150,000 beneficiaries in the Joint Base San Antonio area... MORE

Beginning Jan. 1, the Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program will replace the current TRICARE Retiree Dental Program and affect approximately 150,000 beneficiaries in the Joint Base San Antonio area.

Navy recruiter in the spotlight: looking to be a leader in America’s military
November 2, 2018 — “Now that I am in the Navy, I’m not only representing myself as a man, but also my parents,” said Petty Officer 1st Class Vincent Barnes Jr., assigned to Navy Recruiting Station New Braunfels, Navy Recruiting District San Antonio... MORE

Petty Officer 1st Class Vincent Barnes (right), assigned to Navy Recruiting Station New Braunfels, Navy Recruiting District San Antonio goes over the 30-day recertification process with future Sailor Noah Wilson of Cibolo, Texas. Barnes the Navy in 2009. Wilson is a 2015 graduate of Steele High School and will be shipped to Recruit Training Command in November with follow-on training as a construction mechanic.

JBSA-Lackland civilian honored with 2018 Visionary Leadership award
November 1, 2018 — While many people around the world are able to get into their cars to drive to their destination, that wasn’t always the case in Saudi Arabia, a place where women had been forbidden to do the same until this past summer. A female Defense Language Institute instructor from Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland was able to get behind the wheel of a car and actually drive in Saudi Arabia, thanks to Kathleen A. Carraway, a Commanders Action Group chief for the 637th Support Squadron... MORE

On 100th anniversary of Armistice Day, tributes to veterans abound in S.A.
November 1, 2018 — The signing of the Treaty of Versailles on June 28, 1919, officially ended World War I, but an armistice more than seven months earlier is generally regarded as the conclusion of “the war to end all wars.”... MORE

2018 marks the Centennial Commemoration of the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. The theme for the 2018 Veterans Day Poster is: “The War to End All Wars” and features a poppy and barbed wire.

Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio honors researcher
November 1, 2018 — Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio awarded the Tammy Hess Maestas award for Excellence in Laboratory Research to Leasha Stygler for her professional achievement as a Research Assistant III... MORE

Capt. Michele Kane (left) , Naval Medical Research Unit San Antonio executive officer, and Capt. Thomas Herzig (right), NAMRU-SA commanding officer, present Leasha Stygler (center),with the Tammy Hess Maestas award for Excellence in Laboratory Research.

Key Spouses dedicated to helping Airmen, families feel connected
November 1, 2018 — As service-minded volunteers, Air Force Key Spouses play an important role in building strong and resilient units, especially at the squadron level. Key Spouses and Key Spouse Mentors serve as part of the Air Force Key Spouse Program and are selected and appointed in writing by unit commanders to act as official unit representatives... MORE

The Air Force Key Spouse Program is an official Air Force Unit Family Readiness Program that is designed to enhance readiness, strengthen personal/family resilience and help foster a sense of community among Airmen and families.

AFIMSC helps Tyndall get back in the fight
November 1, 2018 — As Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, recovers from Hurricane Michael Oct. 10, members and teams from across the Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, are helping the base get back in the fight... MORE

Airmen from 823rd RED HORSE Squadron at Hurlburt Field, Fla., perform structural repairs at the gas station Oct. 22 at Tyndall Air Force Base, Fla., after Hurricane Michael. Multiple major commands have mobilized relief assets in an effort to restore operations after the hurricane caused catastrophic damage to the base.

Awareness raised through Black Eye Campaign
October 31, 2018 — Nearly two dozen volunteers dispersed throughout Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Oct. 26 with faux black eyes to spread awareness of domestic violence... MORE

Master Sgt. Navon Martin, Mental Health Clinic flight chief receives a faux black eye and neck trauma Oct. 26 during the Black Eye Campaign at Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center on Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. During the campaign, volunteers simulated a black eye or other sign of trauma to see who would ask them about their “injury” in an effort to raise awareness of domestic violence.