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  • Fireworks are used to commemorate the Fourth of July. However, they are not safe in the hands of consumers. Fireworks initiate thousands of burns and eye injuries each year.

    Fireworks safety: don’t get burned on the Fourth of July

    The use of fireworks is not allowed on Joint Base San Antonio, or JBSA, in accordance with AFMAN 91-201, dated March 21. It states: “Active duty Air Force personnel (on- or off-duty) and on-duty Air Force civilian personnel will not take part in the transportation, storage, set up or functioning of commercial fireworks for on-base fireworks displays.” There are many controlled firework events throughout San Antonio.

  • Chief of Staff of the Air Force Visits Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland

    On June 15 and 16, 2017 Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David L. Goldfein and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright paid a visit to Joint Base San Antonio - Lackland, and toured the facilities for the Battlefield Airman Training Group. The general also served as the reviewing official for Basic Military Training graduation.
  • Staff Sgt. August O’Niell, an Air Force pararescueman, briefs members of the Air Force Technical Applications Center about how he sustained significant warzone injury, which led to the amputation of his leg, and how he overcame adversity during AFTAC’s Combat Airman Fitness Day May 22, 2017. O’Niell is the first Air Force pararescue amputee on active duty today. (U.S. Air Force photo by Susan A. Romano)

    Through tragedy, loss and amputation, Airman learns ‘new norm’

    “My leg looked like a boomerang.”Those were the words of Staff Sgt. August O’Niell, an Air Force pararescueman, to members of the Air Force Technical Applications Center when the combat warrior visited the base to discuss resiliency during the center’s Combat Airman Fitness Day.AFTAC commander Col. Steven M. Gorski invited the Purple Heart
  • Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Goldfein addresses Airmen during a basic military training graduation June 16, 2017, at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Goldfein toured various JBSA-Lackland facilities and met many 37th Training Wing Airmen during his two-day visit. Every enlisted Airmen begins their Air Force career at basic military training. JBSA-Lackland is often referred to as the "Gateway to the Air Force," graduating about 39,000 Airmen annually. BMT is one of the missions of the 37th Training Wing, the largest training wing in the United States Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

    CSAF visits Battlefield Airmen, presides over BMT graduation

    Air Force Chief of Staff David L. Goldfein; his spouse, Dawn Goldfein; and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, June 15-17. As part of that visit, Goldfein toured the Battlefield Airmen Training Group and was the reviewing official for the Air Force Basic Military Training graduation.
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    Updated AtHoc alert system delivers urgent news directly to subscribers’ fingertips

    Air Education and Training Command Airmen and their families have always been able to get information on the latest happenings at their location on their work computer, but now members and their families can receive immediate notifications through an improved AtHoc alert system and the new AtHoc mobile app available in the Apple App and Google Play
  • Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright delivers a speech to Airmen from the 326th Training Squadron May 3, 2017, inside the Pfingston Reception Center auditorium at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. The CMSAF visited JBSA-Lackland on his initial immersion tour of Air Force Basic Military Training and Airmen’s Week, a week-long discussion-based course designed to help new Airmen internalize the Air Force core values while developing professionalism, resiliency and an Airmen’s corps inspired by heritage and motivated to deliver Air Power for America.

    CMSAF visits BMT, Airmen’s Week

    Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visited Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on his initial tour of Air Force Basic Military Training and Airmen’s Week May 3.
  • Senior Master Sgt. Ryan L. Carson, Superintendent and a vocalist, points into the crowd during a performance at the Air Force Basic Military Training Cadre's annual BBQ. The United States Air Force Band’s premier rock band, Max Impact and their debut of a song and video written especially for the 37th Training Wing Basic Military Training Cadre and support staffs. This was written as a recognition and thank you for their service and mission to, “Transform civilians into motivated, disciplined warrior Airmen with the foundation to serve in the world’s greatest Air Force.” The debut took place at Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland, Saturday April 29, 2017. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Daniel Owen)

    MTI mission recognized with song, music video

    Most Airmen forever remember their experiences at basic military training and the military training instructors who taught them the foundation of their Air Force career. The importance of the BMT transformation and the MTIs who lead it inspired Max Impact, the U.S. Air Force’s premier rock band, to create an original song “Find You” about the BMT
  • Brooke Army Medical Center has temporarily reduced the number of surgical procedures to ensure the best possible care for its patients. This temporary reduction will not affect trauma patients or any urgent procedures.

    BAMC takes steps to continue high quality surgical care

    Brooke Army Medical Center is taking a number of steps to ensure high quality surgical care for patients. An initial step taken in mid-April was to temporarily reduce the number of elective surgical procedures.
  • 0-0-1-3 The Air Force loses Airmen every year because of alcohol-related accidents – 26 in fiscal year 2015, including three from Air Education and Training Command.

    Responsible drinking a vital part of summer safety

    A vital aspect of a safe and enjoyable summer is practicing responsible drinking.“Risky drinking leads to poor judgement,” said Master Sgt. Anita Garcia-McClintock, NCO in charge of the Alcohol Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Program at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. “It leads to more ‘watch me’ moments when combined with summer activities.”
  • U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson, commander Air Education and Training command, salutes Basic Military Training graduates alongside the 2017 Fiesta Royalty April 21, 2017 at the Graduation Parade at Lackland Air Force Base, T.X. This year marks the 126th anniversary of the colorful Fiesta festivity, honoring traditions deeply rooted throughout the area and celebrating the historic partnerships between the Airmen of Joint Base San Antonio and the local community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Johnny Saldivar)

    Fiesta 2017: Community and Airmen come together

    This year marks the 126th anniversary of the colorful Fiesta festivity, honoring traditions deeply rooted throughout the area and celebrating the historic partnerships between the Airmen of Joint Base San Antonio and the local community. The Air Force’s ties to the San Antonio celebration date back to 1921 when, according to historical records from
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