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Technology, expertise help determine COVID-19 vaccine distribution
November 12, 2020 — Ten military officers assigned to Operation Warp Speed are embedded at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to assist the allocation and distribution of COVID-19 vaccine... MORE

An Operation Warp Speed contingent in Atlanta is working with regional coordinators on the distribution efforts for the COVID-19 vaccine.

AFIMSC builds culture of family, fun
November 12, 2020 — Strong families and a connected workforce. That’s what Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center senior leaders believe is paramount for mission success... MORE

Flu season is here: are you ready?
November 12, 2020 — Moving into flu season, patients who haven't gotten the vaccine, there's still time. Flu season peaks in December and runs through February... MORE

Tech Sgt. Robert Carpenter, 59th Medical Wing Immunizations Clinic licensed vocational nurse, administers the influenza vaccine to a patient.

AETC Commander’s Call Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. on Facebook Live
November 12, 2020 — JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas – Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, commander of Air Education Training Command, will host commander’s call Nov. 16 at 10 a.m. on AETC’s Facebook page. Webb, along with Chief... MORE

Air Force releases 'Red Tail Angels' docuseries
November 11, 2020 — “The Red Tail Angels” documentary series showcases the hardships, struggles and ultimately the successes of the Tuskegee Airmen... MORE

“The Red Tailed Angels” documentary series, which showcases the hardships, struggles and ultimately the successes of the Tuskegee Airmen, is now live on the Air Force Blue Tube channel. (U.S. Air Force graphic)

ARSOUTH crew with JTF-Bravo rescues Hurricane Eta victims
November 11, 2020 — A U.S. Army South Black Hawk medical evacuation helicopter crew assigned to Joint Task Force-Bravo in Honduras rescued victims of Hurricane Eta stranded in floodwaters Nov. 6 following the effects of Hurricane Eta... MORE

A U.S. HH-60 Black Hawk helicopter assigned to the 1-228th Aviation Regiment, Joint Task Force-Bravo rescued victims of Hurricane Eta stranded in floodwaters following the effects of Hurricane Eta in Honduras, Nov. 5, 2020.

U.S., Colombia Armies begin PISAJ 14
November 11, 2020 — U.S. Army South held an opening ceremony for the first virtual iteration of the semi-annual military-to-military engagement, "Programa Integral para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquía," or PISAJ, on Nov. 9 at the Army South headquarters at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Command Sgt. Maj. Trevor Walker, U.S. Army South command sergeant major, and General-de-Brigada Alcides Faria, Jr., U.S. Army South deputy commanding general, virtually take part in the PISAJ 14 opening ceremony at Army South Headquarters on Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston Nov. 10. PISAJ an acronym in Spanish for “Programa Integral Para Suboficiales de Alta Jerarquia.”

AETC launches 2021 Innovation Challenge
November 11, 2020 — The intent of the iChallenge is to capture and fund innovative ideas that directly align with the chief of staff of the Air Force’s ‘accelerate change or lose’ action orders or AETC Strategic Action Plan priorities. First prize is $75,000, which is given to the winner’s wing and second prize is $50,000 for the winner’s wing... MORE

JBSA partners with local governments to ensure citizen, pilot safety
November 10, 2020 — To ensure the safety of base aircrew and citizens residing near Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, a blanket Intergovernmental Support Agreement was utilized for the first time with the Alamo Area Council of Governments which incorporates a contract managed by Universal City, Texas. This historic partnership was publicly recognized at an event Nov. 10... MORE

Brig. Gen. Caroline M. Miller, 502d Air Base Wing and Joint Base San Antonio commander, speaks during the Lindbergh Demolition Project partnership recognition event, Nov. 10, 2020, in Universal City, Texas.

Local Navy recruiters perform life-saving skills on shooting victim
November 10, 2020 — When aboard ship or ashore, Sailors are expected to be able to react to any situation, ranging from enemy engagement to applying medical care to an injured shipmate. For two Sailors assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston, their Navy training kicked in Nov. 5 after a shooting near a local high school. ... MORE

Petty Officer 2nd Class Robert Davis of San Antonio is assigned to Navy Talent Acquisition Group San Antonio.

Protect your hearing with TRICARE
November 10, 2020 — Do you find it hard to hear your family or friends during conversations? Have you missed hearing a doorbell ring or horn beep? Hearing loss is a common issue caused by noise, aging, heredity, and disease... MORE

an audiology technician at Naval Branch Health Clinic Jacksonville’s occupational health clinic, conducts a hearing exam with Airman Diosney Moraga

New JBSA mission partner protocol advisor/liaison looks to unite mission
November 10, 2020 — Bernadette Gast, the new Joint Base San Antonio mission partner protocol advisor/liaison, hopes to be the missing link for a unified JBSA protocol mission... MORE

Bernadette Gast (in red), the new Joint Base San Antonio mission partner protocol liaison, Kellie Washburn (left standing), 502nd Air Base Wing chief of protocol, and Deborah Wilson, 502nd ABW protocol specialist, discuss new processes for tracking distinguishing visitors, visiting JBSA. Gast and Washburn will collectively support the JBSA protocol team, which includes mission partner units, and everything else protocol related. (Courtesy photo)

DLIELC unveils new Aviation Language Training Center
November 9, 2020 — The Defense Language Institute English Language Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland held a dedication and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new DLI Aviation Language Training Center which houses the Watkins Aviation Language Preparation Room and Sirois Aviation Simulation Lab... MORE

Commander demonstrates new aviation simulator at DLIELC.

App for military resources available to service members, families
November 9, 2020 — The "My Military OneSource" mobile app makes it more convenient for service members and their families to access resources from a smartphone... MORE

Rated Preparatory Program now accepting applications for FY21 spring class
November 9, 2020 — Active duty Department of the Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals interested in becoming a rated officer have until Dec. 31, 2020 to apply for the Spring 2021 Rated Preparatory Program... MORE

Active duty Department of the Air Force officers and enlisted Airmen and Space Professionals interested in becoming a rated officer have until Dec. 31, 2020 to apply for the Spring 2021 Rated Preparatory Program.

Vice Chief’s Challenge creates new document templates, saves Airmen time
November 9, 2020 — The 2020 Vice Chief’s Challenge launched in February with a focus on working faster and smarter, and finding innovative ways to give Airmen back their time. ... MORE

The 2020 Vice Chief’s Challenge launched in February with a focus on working faster and smarter, and finding innovative ways to give Airmen back their time.

Airman Heritage Museum honors legacy of Airmen
November 9, 2020 — Located inside a building that was a hub for World War II aviation cadets, the Airman Heritage Museum at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland chronicles the history of the base, the early beginnings of the Air Force and honors the proud legacy of those who have served as Airmen... MORE

The USAF Airman Heritage Museum collects, researches, preserves, interprets and presents the United States Air Force, along with predecessor organizations, Enlisted Corps. History, heritage, and traditions to develop Airmen today for tomorrow.

433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron welcomes new commander
November 9, 2020 — Col. Michael C. Brice, 433rd Medical Group commander, handed the 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron unit guidon to Col. David P. Bailey during an assumption of command ceremony Nov. 7 at the 433rd Medical Group building at Joint Base San Antonio-Fort Sam Houston... MORE

Col. Michael C. Brice, 433rd Medical Group commander, presents the 433rd Aeromedical Staging Squadron unit guidon to Col. David P. Bailey during an assumption of command ceremony Nov. 7, 2020 at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The ceremony was held at the 433rd Medical Group building. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Iram Carmona)

ARNORTH oversees military COVID-19 operation in El Paso
November 6, 2020 — At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, three U.S. Air Force Medical Specialty Teams, including members of the 59th Medical Wing, were part of a Department of Defense COVID-19 operation in Texas that deployed Nov. 6 to El Paso. U.S. Army North, U.S. Northern Command’s Joint Force Land Component Command, will oversee the military operation in support of federal efforts and the state... MORE

At the request of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, three U.S. Air Force Medical Specialty Teams, including members of the 59th Medical Wing, were part of a Department of Defense COVID-19 operation in Texas that deployed Nov. 6 to El Paso. U.S. Army North, U.S. Northern Command’s Joint Force Land Component Command, will oversee the military operation in support of federal efforts and the state.

For Cubs fan, Nov. 2 now holds two indelible memories
November 6, 2020 — Nov. 2 is a date that will always hold a special place in the heart of Peggy Gast, an Air Force Life Cycle Management Center information technology specialist at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph whose civil service career spans five decades... MORE

Ronnie Carter (left), director of the Human Resources Division, Air Force Program Executive Office for Business and Enterprise Systems, presents a 50 years of federal service certificate to Peggy Gast (right), an Air Force Life Cycle Management Center employee at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph Nov. 2.