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NJANG wing prepares to receive COVID-19 vaccine
December 30, 2020 — In preparation for the COVID-19 vaccine, the New Jersey Air National Guard’s 108th Medical Group personnel are solidifying logistics and processes to administer the vaccination upon its arrival. The vaccine’s arrival date has not been determined... MORE

Joint Base MDL serves over 100,000 meals to forward deployers
December 14, 2020 — Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 environment, the Restriction of Movement (ROM) program at Joint Base MDL’s Camp J21 continues to take care of Airmen and has recently reached a new milestone... MORE

JBMDL provides unique platform for Army modernization efforts
September 2, 2020 — Although JBMDL’s roots date back to the early 20th century with the creation of Camp Dix in 1917, its focus today is on modernization for the 21st century and beyond... MORE

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ASA Dix enables law enforcement firearms training
August 17, 2020 — The U.S. Army Support Activity-Dix range facility accommodates law enforcement firearms training for their joint base mission partners, and an average of 14,000 law enforcement personnel from local, state and federal agencies annually. Law enforcement organizations utilize the 13,765 acres of ASA Dix training grounds designated for range and impact areas to maintain their readiness and improve their tactical capabilities. ... MORE

A photo of law enforcement firearms training at the U.S. Army Support Activity, Fort Dix ranges.

87th Air Base Wing leads the way in COVID-19 response
July 22, 2020 — Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, essential personnel of Joint Base MDL have been working around the clock in supporting the fight against it. From providing facemasks to medical professionals and first responders in New York City to becoming a designated quarantine location for the Northeast, Joint Base MDL has been one of the lead players in the contribution of providing necessary goods and services. ... MORE

Joint Base MDL provides speedy support for COVID-19 fight
April 4, 2020 — Two aircrews assigned to Joint Base MDL deployed to Al Udeid Air Base for two weeks in support of the increased flow of mission activity due to the rise of the COVID-19 pandemic March 20 to April 3.The aircrews were among many others from installations around the U.S. tasked with providing extra hands to help with the overflow of work in deployed... MORE

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Black History Month: A legacy of honor
February 19, 2020 — States, installations, and individuals all celebrate Black History Month in their own way which honors what it means to them.Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Airmen came together to celebrate and honor BHM by organizing a heritage air-refueling flight with Airmen from Dover Air Force Base, Delaware over the east coast, Feb. 13.The... MORE

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Brig. Gen. Richard Gibbs shares innovation in new position
November 18, 2019 — Brig. Gen. Richard W. Gibbs, Air Mobility Command Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection director, visited multiple units at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, from Oct. 31 to Nov. 1... MORE

1st Lt. David Whitfield, 605th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Air Mobility Unit officer in charge, showcases the flight line layout to Brig. Gen. Richard W. Gibbs, Air Mobility Command, Logistics, Engineering and Force Protection director, at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, N.J., Oct. 31, 2019. Whitfield discussed the plans to replace unserviceable hangars as well as where the new hangar will be located to hold the incoming KC-46 Pegasus. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariel Owings)

Success follows Fort Sill joint training exercise
November 8, 2019 — Airmen with the 6th Airlift Squadron assigned to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey and Soldiers with the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment assigned to Fort Sill, Oklahoma conducted an air-ground joint training exercise on Fort Sill Nov. 5... MORE

U.S. Air Force Capt. Shawn McDonald, 6th Airlift Squadron pilot, checks controls in the cockpit of a C-17 Globemaster III on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Nov. 5, 2019. McDonald was preparing the aircraft before takeoff to Fort Sill, Oklahoma, for a joint training exercise with the 3rd Battalion, 2nd Air Defense Artillery Regiment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Ariel Owings)

Aircraft Structural Maintenance create parts to keep aircraft flying
October 18, 2019 — U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Armani Everson, 305th Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight aircraft structural maintenance journeymen, cuts into a piece of titanium used for aircrafts on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2019. Utilizing various methods, aircraft structural maintenance Airmen are able to build a replacement part... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Armani Everson, 305th Maintenance Squadron Fabrication Flight aircraft structural maintenance journeymen, cuts into a piece of titanium used for aircrafts on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, Oct. 16, 2019. Utilizing various methods, aircraft structural maintenance Airmen are able to build a replacement part from scratch in order to restore the structural integrity of the aircraft and ensure the safety of the Airmen who fly them. The mission of the 305th MXS is to enhance global response by providing world class systems, support equipment, munitions and aircraft maintenance. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jake Carter)