News

77th Intelligence Wing activates on JBAB
July 31, 2025 — Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling hosted an historic ceremony for the activation of the 77th Intelligence Wing at JBAB, Washington, D.C., July 24, 2025... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Ryan L. O’Neal, new commander of the 77th Intelligence Wing, speaks during the 77th IW Activation and Assumption of Command Ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 24, 2025.

11th SFS welcomes new commander during change of command ceremony
July 25, 2025 — Maj. Nicholas Cunningham assumed command of the 11th Security Forces Squadron during a change of command ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 25, 2025. Cunningham is responsible for more than 200 defenders who provide mission critical airbase ground defense and full spectrum law enforcement and security operations to the 11th Wing and its 74 mission partners... MORE

Air Force Academy cadets visit JBAB
July 25, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Academy cadets got a hands-on look of Air Force operations and culture at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 13-19, 2025. The USAFA Operation Air Force & Space Force program immerses cadets in real-world Air and Space Force operations during the summer months to gain perspective on potential career specialties... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Alex Vanskiver, left, an electrical systems supervisor for the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron, assists U.S. Air Force Academy Cadet Bradford Hurt with donning a safety harness during a demonstration of 11th Civil Engineer Squadron equipment at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 15, 2025. Cadets visited JBAB as part of USAFA’s Summer Operations program to learn more about officer life and the operational Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

Air Force Band, Honor Guard support enlistment ceremony
July 16, 2025 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Ceremonial Brass and the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard provided support during an enlistment ceremony at the Air & Space Forces Association headquarters in Arlington, Va., July 11, 2025. The performance of the Ceremonial Brass demonstrated the excellence displayed by all Airmen stationed worldwide, whose selfless service and sacrifices ensure the freedoms enjoyed by citizens of the United States of America. The Honor Guard presented the colors to support their mission of delivering premier ceremonial honors, inspiring the nation and representing all Airmen and Guardians to the world. U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. DeAnna M. Burt, Deputy Chief of Space Operations for Operations, Cyber, and Nuclear, administered the oath of enlistment... MORE

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Kaz Kruszewski, a trombone player, left, and Tech. Sgt. Joshua Blumenthal, a horn player, both with The U.S. Air Force Band’s Ceremonial Brass, perform during an enlistment ceremony at the Air & Space Forces Association headquarters in Arlington, Va., July 11, 2025. The performance of the Ceremonial Brass demonstrated the excellence displayed by all Airmen stationed worldwide, whose selfless service and sacrifices ensure the freedoms enjoyed by citizens of the United States of America. (U.S. Air Force photo by Hayden Hallman)

US Air Force Band, Honor Guard perform at Basel Tattoo in Switzerland
July 14, 2025 — BASEL, Switzerland — The U.S. Air Force Band and Honor Guard Drill Team are set to showcase the precision and artistry of the American military on a global stage at the 2025 Basel Military Tattoo, running July 11-19, 2025. After arriving in Switzerland on July 8, both groups immediately began intensive rehearsals, including a full-dress rehearsal on July 10, to create a performance that would connect with a global audience and showcase U.S. alliances... MORE

us air force band and honor guard perform in switzerland

US Air Force Band prepares for 2025 Basel Tattoo
July 11, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Band members rehearse for the 2025 Basel Tattoo in Basel, Switzerland, July 9-10, 2025. The tattoo brought together more than 1,000 performers from five continents, using music and military drill performances to foster partnerships and cross-cultural exchanges. Military bands and drill teams from the U.S., Great Britain, Switzerland, Qatar, Jordan, Australia, Malta, Holland, and Oman performed during the nine-day event. ... MORE

photo of U.S. Air Force Band members marching

Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team prepares for 2025 Basel Tattoo
July 10, 2025 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard’s Drill Team rehearses for the 2025 Basel Tattoo in Basel, Switzerland, July 9, 2025. The Drill Team represented the Air Force and the Department of Defense as the only U.S. military branch to perform at the world’s second largest tattoo. They performed daily during the event, showcasing precise maneuvers and... MORE

photo of U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team members rehearsing a routine

Bolling Medical Squadron Assumption of Command
July 9, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Col. Michael S. Luna, right, new commander of the Bolling Medical Squadron at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, receives the unit guidon from U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy Friesen, commander of the Andrews Medical Group at Joint Base Andrews, during the Bolling Medical Squadron assumption of command ceremony at JBAB, Washington, D.C., July... MORE

U.S. Air Force Col. Michael S. Luna, right, new commander of the Bolling Medical Squadron at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, receives the unit guidon from U.S. Air Force Col. Stacy Friesen, commander of the Andrews Medical Group at Joint Base Andrews, during the Bolling Medical Squadron assumption of command ceremony at JBAB, Washington, D.C., July 8, 2025. Luna previously commanded the 75th Healthcare Operations Squadron at Hill Air Force Base, Utah. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Shanel Toussaint)

JBAB Freedom Fest 2025
July 5, 2025 — U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Wedny Lewis, Legislative Liason at the Pentagon, (left) and her daughter, Lena Lewis and sister Vanessa Montellese, gather for a photo in celebration of the Independence Day during Freedom Fest at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., July 4, 2025. The annual community celebration welcomed thousands of... MORE

U.S. Air FOrce Honor Drill Team performs during Freedom Fest at JBAB on July 4, 2025.

101 Critical Days of Summer at JBAB
July 2, 2025 — Elevated temperatures and rigorous outdoor activity can be a perfect recipe for heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke, heat rash, exhaustion and dehydration, all which can come on quickly and unexpectedly... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brandon Schneider fastens his daughter Phoebe Schneider into a 3-point harnessed seat belt which is recommended by the National Highway Traffic Sector which is a sector of the Department of Safety.