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Air Force Band holds open rehearsal
April 24, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Band’s Airmen of Note and Air Force Strings hold an open rehearsal at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 6, 2026. The Airmen of Note and the Air Force Strings rehearsed to support their mission of honoring those who have served, inspiring American citizens to heightened patriotism and service, and connecting the global community on behalf of the U.S. Air Force and the United States. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Shanel Toussaint and Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)... MORE

Virginia JROTC cadets visit JBAB
April 23, 2026 — Junior JROTC cadets from 3 Virginia high schools visited Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 16, 2026, to gain insights into the 11th Wing's mission... MORE

11th SFS Defenders conduct training exercise
April 22, 2026 — The 11th Security Forces Squadron defenders conduct a combat training exercise at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 14, 2026. The unit strengthened mission readiness in preparation for deployment environments. The group emphasized communication strategies, tactical coordination, and threat response through hands-on scenarios to increase operational effectiveness under pressure and respond to evolving mission requirements. (U.S. Air Force photos by Senior Airman Shanel Toussaint) MORE

From left, U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Terence White, and Staff Sgt. Dylan Clay, both base defense operations controllers with the 11th Security Forces Squadron, communicate during a tactical training event at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 14, 2026. The team showcased the readiness and preparedness of the squadron in combat environments during the training event. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Shanel Toussaint)

2026 National Capital Region Chief Recognition Ceremony
April 20, 2026 — Chiefs from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Fort George G. Meade and Joint Base Andrews came together at JJBAB, Washington, D.C., April 10, 2026 to recognize 49 Airmen and Guardians who were promoted, putting them in the top 1% of the enlisted force to reach the rank of chief master sergeant. ... MORE

Drill Team performs for Waipahu, Aiea high schools
April 17, 2026 — The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team performed for two high schools on Oahu, Hawaii, April 2, 2026. The team showcased precision drill to represent Air Force excellence for 6,000 students across seven performances. MORE

An Airman spins a rifle with students watching her in the background.

11WG recognized at AFDW awards ceremony
April 17, 2026 — Members from the 11th Wing gather with Air Force District of Washington leadership during the AFDW annual award ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 9, 2026. The event honored outstanding performance and achievements across AFDW... MORE

From left: U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Michael Hooper, first sergeant with the 11th Civil Engineer Squadron; Sgt. 1st Class Robert Cox, operations flight chief with the 11th Security Forces Squadron; Cheryl Grant, security assistant for reports and analysis with the 11th SFS; Master Sgt. Devin Garcia, financial management flight chief with the 11th Comptroller Squadron; and Welth Cooper, commodities and services flight chief with the 11th Contracting Squadron, gather during the Air Force District of Washington annual award ceremony at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 9, 2026. The event honored outstanding performance and achievements across AFDW. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Arlene Carrara)

Drill Team wins 2026 Joint Service Drill Exhibition
April 16, 2026 — Members of the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team compete in the Joint Service Drill Exhibition at the Jefferson Memorial, Washington, D.C., April 11, 2026. Military drill teams from all U.S. military services performed while being evaluated on factors such as military bearing, precision, and crowd interaction. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team won the annual exhibition for the first time in 14 years. (U.S. Marine Corps photos by Cpl. Christopher Prelle and U.S. Air Force courtesy photos)... MORE

Senior Airmen Aaron Miles, left, and Wijeury Collado, right, U.S. Air Force Honor Guard ceremonial guardsmen, hold the Joint Service Drill Exhibition trophy at the Jefferson Memorial in Washington, D.C., April 11, 2026. Military drill teams from all U.S. military services performed while being evaluated on factors such as military bearing, precision, and crowd interaction. The U.S. Air Force Honor Guard Drill Team won the annual exhibition for the first time in 14 years. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

JBAB’s public health team tackles preventative care
April 15, 2026 — Bolling Medical Squadron Public Health ensures the medical mission readiness for military members, federal civilian employees and military families throughout Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling and supporting agencies in the National Capital Region by eliminating preventable hazards before they reach the community... MORE

Members of the Bolling Medical Squadron’s Public Health unit gather for a photo in front of the Bolling Medical Clinic at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., April 8, 2026. During the past year, BMS Public Health supported the Food Safety and Sanitation program by inspecting 37 food facilities and 17 public facilities on the JBAB installation to protect more than 18,000 military personnel, federal civilian employees and military family members against foodborne illnesses. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Shanel Toussaint)

11th SFS Airmen compete during night land navigation
April 14, 2026 — Airmen assigned to the 11th Security Forces Squadron compete in land navigation at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Va., April 7, 2026... MORE

security forces airmen train on nighttime land navigation

Air Force Memorial scaled for cleaning
April 14, 2026 — Contractors climb the spires at the Air Force Memorial in Arlington, Va., March 24, 2026. The contractors are a part of a team that conducts cleaning and maintenance of the memorial’s stainless steel spires, a process performed once every five years. The Air Force Memorial is closed to the public during the maintenance period from March 23 to April 24, 2026. (U.S. Air Force photos by Airman 1st Class Arlene Carrara and Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)... MORE

A contractor scales the U.S. Air Force Memorial during a periodic cleaning operation in Arlington, Va., March 24, 2026. Completed in 2006, the memorial undergoes cleaning and inspection every five years. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Brandon Thomas)