News Release - Tag D.C. Air National Guard

Service Takes the Microphone: Maj. Karen Fraley-Deegan's Mission in Music
July 29, 2026 — Music can inspire, unite, and tell the story of a nation. For U.S. Air Force Maj. Karen Fraley-Deegan, every performance of The Star-Spangled Banner is another act of service—honoring those who have served, those who continue to serve, and the freedoms they protect. From military ceremonies to center court at a Washington Mystics game, this Capital Guardian proves that leadership isn't just heard through commands—sometimes, it's heard through song...

D.C. National Guard Commanding General receives familiarization flight in an F-16D
September 20, 2025 — U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Leland D. Blanchard II, Commanding General (Interim) of the D.C. National Guard, receives his first familiarization flight in a 113th Wing, D.C. Air National Guard F-16D Fighting Falcon on Joint Base Andrews, Sep. 19, 2025. The aircraft was flown by Maj. Benjamin Saunders, pilot, 113th Wing Operations Group. Since Sept. 11, 2001, the 113th Wing's Aerospace Control Alert (ACA) mission has protected the skies 24/7 above the National Capital Region...

DCNG Tuition Assistance (TA) and Mission Success
June 3, 2025 — Military leaders at every level must be multifaceted to complete the mission. Education is a paramount aspect of leader development. The DC Tuition Assistance program provides Soldiers and Airmen the opportunity to better themselves through formal education and certification programs. In celebration of graduation season, we spoke with recent graduates who made the most out of the benefit...

'Run to Recruit' Strengthens Mind, Body, and Manpower
May 21, 2025 — Every Airman is a recruiter, and if you’re a member of the 113th Force Support Squadron, D.C. Air National Guard, you own it. To effectively reach military candidates, members of the 113th FSS use group physical fitness as a method to inspire, engage and recruit future Capital Guardians...

D.C. Air National Guard Civil Engineers Bolster Readiness Through Community Engagement at Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy
May 8, 2025 — he D.C. Air National Guard’s 113th Wing Civil Engineer Squadron showcased their penchant for efficiency and community-building at the Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy (CGYCA). The hands-on project not only offered vital Administrative Building upgrades, but also skills development. Civil engineers maintain the infrastructure for military operations ensuring they’re functional and resilient in various operational environments. ...

Ms. District of Columbia Balances National Guard Service and Pageantry
April 4, 2025 — Senior Airman Trina Quirindongo, a recruiter for the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard, is proving that military service and pageantry are not mutually exclusive. Recently crowned Ms. DC, Quirindongo is using her platform to focus on real-world needs, unity, resilience, and service to the community—principles that align with Department of Defense community outreach activities...

Enhancing unit cohesion through DEOCS: Strategies for long-term sustainability
July 10, 2024 — The District of Columbia National Guard is utilizing the Defense Equal Opportunity Climate Survey (DEOCS) to enhance unit awareness and sustainability. This initiative, primarily designed to assess organizational climate and equal opportunity, now serves as a critical tool for driving positive change within military ranks...

Salute to Capital Guardians monument unveiled at National Harbor
November 11, 2023 — Current and former members of the 113th Wing, District of Columbia Air National Guard, gathered for the unveiling of the “Salute to Capital Guardians” monument at National Harbor’s Spirit Park, Nov. 11, 2023. Since Sept.,11, 2001, the D.C. Air National Guard’s Aerospace Control Alert (ACA) mission has protected the skies above the National Capital Region 24/7, the permanent monument pays tribute to the Airmen responsible for it. Ceremony attendees included Lt. Gen. Marc H. Sasseville, 12th Vice Chief of the National Guard Bureau, and a pilot to respond on 9/11, and the current commanding general of the D.C. National Guard, Maj. Gen. John C. Andonie who discussed the monument's significance. (U.S. Air National Guard video by Master Sgt. Arthur Wright)...