Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling
 
Announcement
 
The Air Force Memorial will be closed to all visitors from March 23 to April 24 for cleaning and inspection of the spires. This closure impacts all visitors, including those arriving by vehicle or on foot. All events and ceremonies currently scheduled at the Memorial during this timeframe are canceled. Technicians climbing and descending the spires may be visible during maintenance and are a normal part of the process.
We appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure the Air Force Memorial remains a safe and welcoming environment for all guests through these essential maintenance efforts.
For updates, please visit https://www.afdw.af.mil/afmemorial/ or https://www.facebook.com/AirForceMemorial.
 
 
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U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach holds a meeting in honor of India Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh in the Pentagon, Arlington, Va., Aprl 8, 2026. The two leaders met to discuss mutual aid and plans for a productive future for both countries. (U.S. Air Force photo by SSgt. Anthony Nin Leclerec)
SecAF, CSAF host Indian Air Force Chief of the Air Staff
By | April 10, 2026
U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach hosted Indian Air Force Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh to advance shared priorities in support of the strong and growing U.S.-India defense...

A Kalani Coast Guard Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadet asks U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Marco Amaro, noncommissioned officer in charge of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team’s Hawaii tour, a question about exhibition drill in Kalani, Hawaii, April 1, 2026. The Kalani JROTC is one of 16 Coast Guard JROTC programs in the nation and in its second year of operation. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)
Air Force Drill Team performs for three Hawaii high schools
By Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell | April 8, 2026
The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed for three high schools across Oahu, Hawaii, March 30 and April 1, 2026. The team coordinated with Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps programs to showcase military...

Josh Heflin, a field technician with TTI Environmental Inc., operates a backhoe during the base gas station construction project at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., March 26, 2026. The renovation replaced fuel lines and improved customer traffic flow during storage tank refueling, resulting in increased safety and improved quality of life on the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Shanel Toussaint)
JBAB’s environmental team leads base gas station revamp
By Airman Shanel Toussaint | April 7, 2026
Years before construction breaks ground to shape new projects at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron’s environmental compliance team ensures plans follow laws, regulations and standards in...

U.S. Air Force Capt. Andrew Paquin, center, officer in charge of operations with the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard, marches through spinning weapons during a drill team performance in Honolulu, March 28, 2026. The drill team performed at a Junior ROTC drill competition at President William McKinley High School as the headline event prior to the JROTC awards ceremony. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell)
Honor Guard supports Pacific Regional Drill Meet
By Staff Sgt. Jordan Powell | April 2, 2026
The event highlighted the combined efforts of students, instructors and military members to develop leadership, discipline and a commitment to excellence among the next generation...

Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets watch as the U.S. Space Force Honor Guard performs drill movements at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. March 9, 2026. North Point High School (Md.) JROTC cadets experienced a “day-in-the-life” of an Honor Guard member and also learned about The U.S. Air Force Band during their JBAB visit. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)
JROTC cadets visit JBAB
By Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas | March 25, 2026
North Point High School (Md.) Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets visit Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C. March 9, 2026. The tour provided JROTC cadets firsthand insight into the operations of the U.S...