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Special Concert set for 9/11 at Air Force Memorial

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2015 | VOL. 4 NO. 36

Andrews Spouse Club welcomes diversity

BY BOBBY JONES

STAFF PHOTOJOURNALIST

The U.S. Air Force Band’s Concert Band and Singing Sergeants will present music of “The U.S. Air Force – Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow,” on Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the Air Force Memorial

Master Sgt. Robert Thurston. Mrs. Barlow, the widUSAFB ow of an Air Force officer who is buried at Arlington The U.S. Air Force National Cemetery, was Band’s Concert Band and inspired to write the poem Singing Sergeants will during the 2006 dedication present music of “The U.S. of the Air Force Memorial.

Air Force - Yesterday, ToAnother powerful comday and Tomorrow,” on ponent to the evening will Sept. 11 at 7:30 p.m. at the be the Drill Team from Air Force Memorial. This the U.S. Air Force Honor performance will be in Guard, who will present honor and remembrance their unique and outof the 9/11 attacks on our standing demonstration nation, and celebrate the at 7:15 p.m. Their skill68th birthday of the U.S. fully timed and crisply exAir Force. ecuted movements exhibit We are thrilled to pres- Air Force excellence and ent the premiere perfor- precision. mance of a piece entitled, We hope these perfor“Upon This Hill.” The mances inspire patriotism work is a poem written and service in our audiby Lolete Barlow and set ence, while reflecting upon to music by The U.S. Air and honoring the great Force Band’s former chief loss and sacrifice made by arranger, retired Senior many on Sept. 11, 2001.

BY TECHNICAL SGT. KAITLIN TAYLOR

The Andrews Spouses Club has a rich legacy of helping serve the military members of Joint Base Andrews for more than 50 years.

Just like the change of seasons, the Andrews Spouses’ Club, (formerly, Andrews Officers’ Spouses’ Club) has gone through a metamorphoses; shedding its (Air Force officer spouse only) title to total inclusivity of all enlisted, all branches and male spouse membership.

During a recent Open House and Tailgate Party at Community Commons on Sept. 8, the decades-old organization promoted a membership drive for all area spouses, with several local government organizations presenting giveaways and information to newcomers.

Denise Gardner, newly elected ASC president and wife of Chief Master Sgt. Charles Gardner Jr., Presidential Airlift Group, said ASC’s new motto is Together We Are One, which is emblazoned on the newly redesigned club logo.

“I’m the first enlisted

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ASC members receive information packets provided by Pentagon representatives during Open House and Tailgate Party at Community Commons Sept. 8 on Joint Base Andrews.

spouse that’s ever been president of this club, but I’ve been a key spouse for the past 10 years on Andrews,” said Gardner.

“I just saw the spouse club was missing a wide group of spouses. It needed to be more inclusive, with more male and females, enlisted active duty, all branches. And I’m glad to say we have our first male board member, Edward Vancourt from Air Force District of Washington,”

said Gardner. Vancourt currently holds the title of Second Vice President.

“We’re just trying to say that spouses, doesn’t necessarily mean wives and we’re not just officer’s spouses any more. We’re more diverse now. We have a lady here that’s been with us for over 40 years, to a young lady who just arrived at her duty station,” Gardner said.

“I joined the club back when Andrews was

called Air Force Systems Command,” said Dawn Kapitzke, a member since 1972. She noted that the club has seen a myriad of changes since the early years.

“My reason for being a member for so long is that I didn’t want to miss anything going on or off base,” Kapitzke said jokingly.

“I was also a member at Bolling Air Force Base

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Changes Coming to TRICARE Pharmacy Benefit A new law going into effect October 1 requires most TRICARE beneficiaries to get brand name maintenance drugs from TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery or a military pharmacy. If beneficiaries keep using a retail pharmacy for these drugs, they will have to pay the full cost. Active duty service members are ex-

empt from the law’s requirement.

Maintenance drugs are those you take regularly for a long time, such as drugs to control blood pressure or cholesterol. The law doesn’t apply to drugs you take for a short time, like antibiotics, or generic drugs. The law also doesn’t apply to beneficiaries living overseas,

or who have another insurance plan with prescription drug coverage.

“A military pharmacy is a great way to fill maintenance drugs, since you can get up to a 90-day supply, and there’s no cost for TRICARE beneficiaries,” said Lt. Col. Mark Ballesteros, 779th Medical Group Pharmacy Flight Commander.

“You can contact the Joint Base Andrews Pharmacy at (240) 8574565 to see if your prescription is available,” Col. Ballesteros said.

Beneficiaries affected by the change will soon get letters from Express Scripts, Inc., the TRICARE pharmacy contractor. These letters

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Hot tickets around town September 11-13

Prince Georges County Fair Rosecroft Raceway, 6330 Rosecroft Drive, Fort Washington Join us for an exciting event featuring carnival games, rides, animals and much more. Call 301442-7393 or visit www.countyfair.org

September 11

Hyattsville Summer Jam Series 6:30-8:30 pm City Municipal Building, 4310 Gallatin St., Hyattsville The Summer Jam Series has become a traditional Friday night event throughout the summer months. The last concert of the summer, this event includes delicious food (burgers, chicken and hot dogs), a beer and wine garden, musical entertainment, the ever popular moon bounce and Mandy the Clown. Free admission. Call 301-985-5021 or visit www.hyattsville.org

September 12

Un-Wine with Us Noon-6 p.m.

Cosca Regional Park, 1100 Thrift Road, Clinton Join us for an afternoon of wine and beer tasting from various Maryland wineries and breweries.

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy live music. Call 301-203-6000 or visit www.pgparks.com

September 12

Un-Corked: A Saturday at Snow Hill Wine Fest 6-9 p.m.

Snow Hill Manor, 13301 Laurel-Bowie Road, Laurel Get un-corked at Snow Hill. Evening featuring live entertainment, food and the opportunity to meet THREE wineries, Boordys Vineyard, Distillery Lane Ciderworks, and The Winery at Olney.

Music by singer harpist Tulani. Admission includes the tasting throughout the event, food, and keepsake wine glass. Non-alcoholic refreshments will also be available. Advance registration suggested.

Call 301-244-2004 or vsisit www.pgparks.com or www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org

September 13

Fairwood Arts Festival 3-8 p.m.

Fairwood Community Park, 12390 Fairwood Parkway, Bowie Join us for a performance as well as art and food vendors. Free. Call 301-446-3232 or visit www.pgparks.com

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dren age 5-11, if it’s required for school enrollment. Physicals are a Participation in the joint VA great time to talk to your child’s and DoD benefits website topped provider about any concerns you 5 million users, two months ahead have. Many military children atof schedule. To enroll in eBenefits, tend new schools and make new veterans and service members friends. Don’t let their jitters turn into anxiety that requires intervenmust obtain a DoD self-service tion from a mental health provider. logon, which provides access to sevMake sure your child is not experieral veterans and military benefits encing bullying. Some children may resources using a single username need immunizations. If your child and password. The service is free, is in college, advise them on how to and the logon may be obtained on- get health care services. line at the eBenefits website or in person at a VA regional office. In Exchange Dividends addition to filing claims online and The Army & Air Force Exchange checking the status of those claims, Service last year paid dividends veterans also can message their totally $224 million to military VA doctor, order prescription drug morale, welfare and recreation acrefills and obtain official military tivities. In the past 10 years, the documents through eBenefits. For AAFES has provided more than more information, call 1 800 827- $2.4 billion to such programs as youth services, family counseling 1000. and other activities that make life Student’s Health Care better for military families. SupTricare covers physicals for chil- port goes beyond soldiers and air-

men. Because AAFES operates at Marine and Navy locations, funds also are returned to marines and sailors. The fiscal 2014 dividend: Army, $125.3 million; Air Force, 74.1 million; Marines, 19.5 million; Navy, 5.1 million. The Exchange opened a new shopping center and Express at Fort Meade, Md. Also, Expresses were opened at Homestead ARB, Fla.; Tyndall AFB, Fla.; and Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio. A troop store opened in Moon Township, Pa., serving military members and their families in western Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia.

The Retiree Activities Office is open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit the office in Building 1604 at California and Colorado Avenues or call 301 9812726. Call before your visit to ensure a volunteer is on duty. The RAO has a website at www.andrews.af.mil.

AAFMAA and DAV to host Disabled American Veterans Mobile Service event

American Armed Forces Mutual Aid Association (AAFMAA), a notfor-profit organization expressly serving the American Armed Forces community, announced it will host its 5th Annual Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Mobile Service Office at its Reston, Va., campus on Sept. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 1856 Old Reston Ave, Reston, VA. AAFMAA will host DAV National Service Officers (NSO) from Washington D.C., Maryland and Virginia at the historic Manor House to meet with all interested veterans. AAFMAA membership is not required and there are no time limits for individual sessions.

This is an opportunity for members of the military - active, separated or retired - to meet one-onone with professional counsel and assistance from a DAV National Service Officer in addressing Veterans Affairs entitlements, benefits and claims.

All attending veterans will have the opportunity to meet one-onone and discuss any type of VA benefits with a DAV NSO for free.

The NSOs are rigorously trained and ready to answer any questions about Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) entitlements, benefits

and claims. NSOs will answer any related questions and help veterans apply for benefits.

While typical VSO meetings may lack the personalization required to understand a veteran’s specific needs, this event is designed to identify how the VA can help with each individual’s unique situation.

“While National Service Officers go out to serve veterans with the Mobile Service Office regularly, this event is special because of its size and availability to all military members of the local community” said Jodee Neumann, Team Leader of VA Benefits Coordination with AAFMAA Member and Survivor Benefits, LLC. “Any veteran is encouraged to attend the event to discuss any form of VA Benefits, including educational assistance, VA healthcare, disability claims and survivor claims, among others,” Neumann said.

This free event is ideal for retired or separated military members who would benefit from the professional support of an advocate to communicate with the VA on their behalf. Having a personalized review of their specific situation allows those with detailed questions

to receive the level of attention that they deserve.

Attending veterans should bring: • Discharge Certificate (DD Form 214) • VA Claim Number, if applicable • Social Security Number • Any other documentation regarding claims in question Light refreshments will be provided for all attendees, and an NSO will visit with each attending veteran.

The AAFMA was founded in 1879, and is a private, non-profit organization exclusively serving the America Armed Forces community. The association provides life insurance, wealth management and trust services, and member and survivor benefits to current and former service members from all branches of the U.S. military and is operated solely for the benefit of its members and their survivors.

For more information please contact AAFMAA at 800-522-5221 or email info@aafmaa.com or visit www.aafmaa.com.

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ciaries who continue using a retail pharmacy for affected drugs.

After that, beneficiaries have one more chance to fill these prescriptions at a retail pharmacy before they have to pay 100 percent of the cost of their medication.

TRICARE Pharmacy Home Delivery is a safe, convenient and low cost option to get maintenance drugs. You can get up to a

90-day supply, as opposed to a 30day supply from a retail pharmacy, and offers a $176 savings per year on your copayments for every brand name drug you switch to Home Delivery.

For more information about this change to TRICARE’s pharmacy benefit, visit www.tricare. mil/RxNewRules.

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will tell beneficiaries they are taking an affected drug, and explain their options. Beneficiaries can also call Express Scripts at 1-877-3631303 to see if they are affected.

After Oct. 1, Express Scripts will send another letter to benefi-

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Biomedical Sciences Corps education, commissioning programs application window open to eligable Airmen

BY STAFF SGT. IAN HOACHLANDER AIR FORCE PERSONNEL CENTER PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Eligible Airmen interested in biomedical sciences education or commissioning opportunities can now apply for any of the four available Biomedical Sciences Corps programs now accepting applications.

Available BSC programs include the U.S. Army-Baylor University Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Ph.D. program in Clinical Psychology, the Interservice Physician Assistant Program and the Direct Accession Program.

Each program has specific criteria, but applicants for all programs should be U.S. citizens, meet the minimum commissioning age requirements, meet fitness standards and be medically qualified for worldwide duty.

“The BSC depends on the acquisition of personnel with current military experience to enhance the development of the next generation of leaders in biomedical sciences,” said Kevin Smith, from the Air

SPOUSE, from page 1 before they had the big fire and then I changed over to Andrews. But many things have changed here; we’ve lost the bowling Alley, base movie theater, but they added some other activities,” said Kapitzke.

Kapitzke is excited about the changes in open membership for the non-profit organization. “I feel that people are people, the more the merrier.”

“You have to reach out to all of those people, because we don’t want people slipping through the cracks,” said ASC president Gardner. “I think if we get people out to do things here and off base I think they’ll enjoy it so much more at Andrews.”

In speaking about the upcoming planned events, Gardner said, “We want to get people involved in things like our Doggie Drive we are having here today, were we collect supplies for pets, or our upcoming Breast Drive Walk. We’re encouraging spouses to get out and support the fight against breast cancer, or the American Sniper widow, Taya Kyle, who’s coming here at the end of this month to speak to us about PTSD and how that affects families,” Gardner noted.

“There are several other organizations scheduled to come here and share impor-

Force Personnel Center medical force management branch. “Additionally, providing a path for enlistment to commission is a critical force development objective for our specialties.”

Doctor of Physical Therapy Training Program

The Army Baylor University doctoral program in physical therapy provides students with entry-level competence in traditional physical therapy skills. The program is open to Air Force active duty members who have a bachelor’s degree or are in the final semester of school for their degree.

Applicants must have a Graduate Record Examination score of 297, with a minimum score of 150 in the verbal portion; at least 100 observation hours in a variety of clinical settings; an undergraduate grade point average of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale; and prerequisite courses including anatomy, physiology, biology, physics, chemistry, psychology, social sciences and statistics.

Applications will be accepted through Nov. 25 and the program begins in Octo-

ber 2016. Additional information, application instructions and contact information are available on the myPers website, and on the Air Force Medical Service Knowledge Exchange page.

needs of the military.

The program is open to active duty officers, enlisted, Guard and Reserve members with a GRE of 302. GRE scores must be no older than two years from the application date.

Ph.D. Clinical Psychology Applications can be submitted to the Training Program USUHS website through Dec. 1 and The USUHS graduate training pro- USUHS will submit them to AFPC. For gram in military clinical psychology is more information, application instrucdesigned to prepare broad-based Ph.D. tions and general guidance go to http:// clinical psychologists and to emphasize www.usuhs.mil/mps/militaryprograms. appreciation and understanding of the html.

tant information with our resident families. These are things that really matter to people these days,” Gardner said.

Gardner noted there’s a gamut of activities available for members such as the international club, photography club, White House and Amish Country tours, Companions for Heroes, Pets for Vets, and other activities for the male spouses like paint ball.

“We want to do more for our male members. ASC is much more than tea time. We have to progress the way the Air Force is going and I just feel like inclusivity is the first step in doing things for servicing the military community around us,” Gardner said.

During the membership drive, the ASC recruited 19 new members to add to its 45-membership base. “We had a good turnout and I’m excited about the new members,” said Gardner. “But we’re hoping to triple our membership by year’s end.”

According to Gardner, the ASC Thrift Shop has raised nearly $200,000 this year, with almost $100,000 of it going back into the community for consignments, and approximately $36,000 was given away in charity and scholarships.

For more information regarding activities and membership eligibility, visit the ASC website at www.andrewsspousesclub.org.

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Entrepreneur, author offers networking tactics for transitioning military, veterans

BY LESLIE C. SMITH STAFF WRITER

In order to find the hidden opportunities, networking is a must. However, what exactly is networking?

“Networking is not me trying to extract something from you; it’s not me trying to drill for oil from you. Networking is a continuum of activities that starts with that first touch point, that first interaction by email, in person, over phone, at a job fair or at a conference,” said Alaina G. Levine, Author of Networking for Nerds and president of Quantum Success solutions.

Levine further explained, it aims for a mutually beneficial relationship; learning about the project someone is working on and how unique skills acquired in the military can advance the mission of an organization or team.

To expand your network, Levine suggested starting with your family and friends then look to add other groups. Alumni associations, local chapters of professional associations, as well as LinkedIn groups are ideal places to start beyond your immediate circle.

Conferences are another resource in which to network,

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Levine said. “You can go to a conference and reach out to the speaker; even if you don’t go, contact the speaker. You say, ‘I am really interested in what you are doing and I just served in the military and I think there may be an opportunity to collaborate. Can we have an informal conversation,” Levine said.

Levine advised that as you’re finding people to network with, it’s important to not immediately ask for a job.

“If you reach out to me, and I’ve never heard of you before and you ask me for a job, I am going to feel like I’m being used,” Levine said. Rather, Levine advised mentioning an article they wrote or the video you saw them in and explain how you want to contribute to their team and ask for an informal conversation.

“What you are doing is telling me you want to help me; you want to turn your value into something of value to me.

That’s an email I’m going to respond to,” said Levine.

“And use the word informal, which is a code word that says to me that you legitimately want to have a conversation with me to explore the potential to partner,” Levine explained.

Levine shared you don’t have

to feel like your invading someone’s space or invading their email by sending a cool email to someone. She offered being listed in a directory, writing an article, quoted in an article, a part of a LinkedIn group, or a speaker at a conference – are all avenues of self promotion.

At job fairs, Levine suggested networking with the other attendees as they may know someone in the field you are trying to enter; and by networking with them they could potentially introduce you to that insider and vice versa.

To get started with networking, Levine advised the first thing is to set up your profile on LinkedIn. Your profile should highlight your military experience and include a catchy headline so people can find you.

Include a photo of yourself; Levine said that according to LinkedIn’s own research a profile with a picture is seven times more likely to be viewed.

You should be able to see your eyes and you should smile.

In your profile list out your skills and describe problems you solved and what type of solutions you discovered. It’s OK to be general, recognizing there may be security issues with some military jobs.

The next thing you want to

do is start joining groups. You can join up to 50 groups on LinkedIn. Once you join, start posting things of value for the group as well as writing reactive posts.

Daily you should be checking in and see what is happening in the group. Also, decide on a manageable number, for example five, and send out five emails to five contacts, asking for an informal conversation exploring the potential for collaboration.

According to Levine, monthly you should be checking the connections of your connections, and identify about 20

people in which you would like to collaborate and ask for the introduction. LinkedIn even has a tool for it.

Finally, Levine offered, “Don’t limit yourself to career fairs and applying for jobs because networking gets you access to hidden opportunities.

The job market is 90 percent hidden, which means it is very important - in fact essential to network so you can find out about inside opportunities.

“You can find out about people who essentially can handdeliver your resume and cover letter to the right decision makers. You can find out about opportunities that are not advertised; you can create opportunities for yourself by talking to people about what they need and how you can help them,” Levine said, sharing numerous opportunities have been created on the spot for her just by networking.

“Yes, apply for jobs, go to career fairs but don’t limit yourself to those things. The networking part has to be an essential part of your job search plan,” Levine said.

See www.dcmilitary.com for Levine’s list of Career Fair Strategy and Tactics.

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The Legacy Continues

Introducing the 2015 Jazz Heritage Series The Jazz Heritage series will kick off on Friday, Sept. 25 with threeThis fall brings the time Grammy-nominated return of the much-an- vibraphonist and composticipated Jazz Heritage er, Stefon Harris. Harris’ Series hosted by the Air- unique fiery and elegant men of Note. The star- sound will be joined in studded roster will in- kind by the Airmen of clude vibraphonist Stefon Note as they perform toHarris, trumpeter Marvin gether both on stage and Stamm, pianist Bill Mays in the studio for later and saxophonist Walt broadcast and streaming. Harris’ career has Weiskopf.

Few bands today can skyrocketed since graduclaim a lineage with the ating from the Manhatbreadth and scope of the tan School of Music in Airmen of Note. The band New York. The late 90s was created in 1950 to and early 2000s garnered carry on the legacy of him dozens of prestigious Maj. Glenn Miller’s Army accolades, including the Air Corps dance band. Martin E. Segal Award Since then it has done from Lincoln Center and that and so much more, being named “best malincluding recording and let player” in the 2004 performing with the best Jazz Times Critics Poll. jazz musicians in the Harris teaches at New world on a regular basis. York University, but still From Arturo Sandoval to finds time to perform and Sarah Vaughan, the Air- educate around the world, men of Note has continu- both solo and with his inally shared the stage with novative group Blackout.

Friday, Oct. 23 brings the jazz world’s best and brightest. This year will a pair of seasoned jazz veterans, Marvin Stamm be no different.

BY TECHNICAL SGT. KEVIN CEROVICH

and Bill Mays. The incomparable jazz journalist Leonard Feather said of Marvin Stamm: “Mr. Stamm is an accomplished performer whose technical skill is used as a means to stimulating original ends.” First discovered by Stan Kenton in 1961, Stamm has gone on to perform with a veritable “who’s who” of jazz from Benny Goodman to Wes Montgomery. His distinct artistry will be well complimented by the second guest of the concert, pianist-composer Bill Mays. This concert will in some ways be a homecoming to Mays, as he started his career as a bandsman in the U.S. Navy at the Naval School of Music in Washington, D.C. After a successful stint in Los Angeles, Mays moved to New York where he went on to perform with the likes of Gerry Mulligan, Rufis Reid and Clark Terry, among others.

The last concert of the 2015 Jazz Heritage Series

day with a more distinct writing and playing style than Weiskopf. His sound has been forged in the fires of experience alongside some of the most innovative and well-known voices in jazz. At the tender age of 21, Weiskopf was plucked from New York and cast into the cauldron of the worldfamous Buddy Rich Big Band.. Since those formative years, Weiskopf has gone on to release 12 CDs U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO as a leader and performed Trumpeter Marvin Stamm as a sideman with numerand Pianist/composer ous artists. He is also an Bill Mays share a double educator and has written bill when they join the many popular books on Airmen of Note for a Jazz the saxophone. Chris HoHeritage Series concert van from All About Jazz on Oct. 23 at the Clarice summed it up when he Smith Center for the Percalled Weiskopf, “... easily forming Arts at the Unione of the most mature versity of Maryland. and fully individualistic saxophonists and composwill be on Friday, Nov. ers to come along in the 20, featuring critically- last 10 years.” acclaimed saxophonSince 1990, the Jazz ist and composer Walt Heritage Series has docWeiskopf. One would be umented the Airmen of hard-pressed to find a Note with some of the saxophonist working to- world’s finest jazz art-

ists, and this year’s will be a very rich addition to that impressive list. The concerts will certainly be exciting for the several thousand people in Washington, D.C. who get to attend them. The radio broadcasts and their subsequent preservation on The U.S. Air Force Band’s website, however, will reach millions. The Airmen of Note and the entire Air Force Band are proud to use the awesome power of music to inspire audiences worldwide and represent the excellence of the whole Air Force.

All Jazz Heritage Series concerts will be held at 8 p.m. at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at the University of Maryland. All concerts are free; no tickets are required. For more information, please see: http://www.usafband. af.mil/event/jhs/index.asp http://www.usafband. af.mil/factsheets/factsheet.asp?id=8063

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Increased aerial activity expected in NCR for Air Force birthday week

BY MIKE MARTIN

AFDW PUBLIC AFFAIRS

The U.S. Air Force is celebrating its 68th birthday with several events planned throughout the Washington, D.C. area Sept. 16-20.

Residents and visitors in the local area can expect an increased amount of aerial activity on Sept.

16 and 17 when the Air Force District of Washington hosts the U.S. Air Force Tattoo on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington D.C. and during the Joint Base Andrews Air Show at Joint Base Andrews on Sept. 18 and 19.

“As part of both events we will have several military aircraft flying over the NCR,” said Col. Beth Larson, AFDW Director of Operations and Plans.

“You may catch a glimpse of some low flying aircraft or hear a little more activity in the air that week, particularly near Bolling and Andrews. We want to make sure that people know this is part of a celebration of Air Force heritage and not something

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Families attending the 2011 Joint Service Open House look to the skies to watch the aerial demonstrations above here May 20. JSOH affords the public an opportunity to meet the men and women of the Armed Forces and see military equipment from the Navy, Marines, Army, Air Force, and Coast Guard.

JSOH is planned and conducted through the efforts of active duty, guard and reserve servicemembers, as well as civilian employees, retirees and family members.

they should be alarmed to see.”

While the air show is only open to DOD cardholders Friday, Sept. 18, the public is encouraged to visit Joint Base Andrews and take part in the celebration on Saturday, Sept.

19 when the base holds its free public air show.

“Attendees will get the chance to see the United

States Air Force Thunderbirds, the F-22 Raptor U.S. AIR FORCE PHOTO BY SENIOR AIRMAN KAYLA NEWMAN Demonstration team, and the United States Special U.S. Air Force Capt. John “Taboo” Cummings, 1st Fighter Wing F-22 Raptor pilot, Operations Command demonstrated a single-ship performance at Langley Air Force Base, Va., May 21, jump team Para-Com- 2014. The demonstration was held as an opportunity to showcase the F-22 in the mandos, just to name a air and on the ground, as well as a chance for local media outlets to speak with few,” said Maj. Jim Crum, crewmembers, pilots and leadership about the aircraft. air operations director for the events. “We’re hoping Public parking for the from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. for additional information to see the entire commu- airshow will be at Fed Ex For more information about increased aerial acnity come out when the Field and the Branch Av- about the Joint Base An- tivity, please contact Air gates open at 9 a.m.” enue Metro station. Free drews Air Show, visit www. Force District of Washshuttle service will be pro- andrews.af.mil and click ington Public Affairs at vided from these locations on the air show tab, and (240) 612-6464.

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