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  • Eyes in the sky: sUAS initiative revolutionizes JB MDL’s mission readiness

    In an era of rapid technological advancement, the 87th Air Base Wing's small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAS) agency at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is positioning the installation at the forefront of innovation. By integrating cutting-edge drone technology into daily operations, the program is

  • 'Liberty Warriors' forge 'Victory' in brigade FTX

    More than 1,000 Soldiers from the U.S. Army Reserve 77th Sustainment Brigade conducted a field training exercise designed to mirror real-world deployments at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, March 13-16, 2026.

  • AER campaign starts strong at JB MDL

    Leadership renewed its promise to support U.S. Army Soldiers and their families through financial assistance during the 2026 Army Emergency Relief campaign kick-off ceremony at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, March 5, 2026.

  • Celebrating excellence: 87th ABW 2025 Annual Awards Ceremony

    U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 87th Air Base Wing attend the 87th ABW annual awards ceremony at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Feb. 26, 2026. The ceremony recognized Airmen for demonstrating skill, dedication and embodying excellence. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Matthew

  • Mobility through the storm

    U.S. Air Force Airmen from the 305th Air Mobility Wing clear a path for a KC-46A Pegasus on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Feb. 24, 2026. Even in times of inclement weather, mission essential personnel maintained operational readiness of the base. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class

  • Weather changes. The mission does not!

    The Lockheed P-38 Lightning, “Pudgy”, static display is covered in snow from Winter Storm Hernando on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Feb 22, 2026. Heavy snowfall from the winter storm tested the installation’s dedication to maintaining operational readiness through clearing roads and

  • The ground gave way, JB MDL’s readiness didn’t

    Corey Kourtner, 87th Civil Engineer Squadron civilian heavy equipment and pavement technician, breaks and removes ground with a backhoe during a sinkhole repair at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Feb. 20, 2026. Crews also removed water at the site due to the damage from heavy rainfall. (U.S.