• Students make quilts for Japan

    Emotions were high as people across the world tuned in to their televisions March 11 to see images of a devastating tsunami sweeping over the landscape of Japan's coast. The tsunami, a result of a massive earthquake, caused lost lives and displaced families. Travis became the entry point for more

  • Airmen must adjust to realities of modern age

    As I near the end of my journey as a member of the Air Force Reserve, I am taking stock of the challenges that await our next crop of leaders. I've come to the realization they face a pretty daunting task. When I am not at Travis, I teach economics, and one of the terms we constantly use to evaluate

  • One person's actions ripple across time

    As Airmen in the Profession of Arms, it is imperative for us to understand our past so we can remain superior in the future.The power of choice and the power of action are two enduring decisions that can change the world. Unfortunately, in our fast-paced society, it is easy to become overwhelmed or

  • Senior leaders issue Memorial Day message

    In a joint Letter to Airmen, the Air Force secretary and chief of staff send their Memorial Day message to Airmen and their families worldwide. Air Force Secretary Michael Donley and Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz ask Airmen to take this time to honor those who have made the ultimate

  • 60th OSS flight, members honored by AMC

    Two individuals and one flight from the 60th Operations Support Squadron were recently announced as winners of awards at the Air Mobility Command level.Senior Master Sgt. John Kirby, Senior Master Sgt. Christina Bolle and the 60th OSS Airfield Operations Flight were selected, respectively, as Air

  • 'Attitude is everything'-do your words or actions define you?

    We live in a world of catch phrases, sayings and quotes. Some even use those quotes, sayings or catch phrases as a mantra to define themselves. Let's look at some and see if we can figure out what those people are really saying."It is what it is." Five words, yet when combined, can be very powerful.

  • AGE member earns $30k for innovation

    Some say a bright idea is worth a thousand words, but one Team Travis member's bright idea not only helped improve the operations of his office, but earned him a pay check.Recently, Robert Rayborn, 60th Aerospace Ground Equipment technician, submitted three items into the Zero-Overpricing Program,

  • Travis chips in all over the globe

    As commanders we often get to share the stories about our extraordinary Airmen and the outstanding jobs they do on a daily basis. I recently received a letter from U.S. Navy Capt. S.P. McInerney, 17 Carrier Air Wing commander, aboard the USS. Carl Vinson, who expressed his sincere appreciation for a

  • 05/12/2011 - Media Advisory: Retiree Appreciation Day

    Military retirees across northern California will be honored at Travis during Retiree Appreciation Day, May 14, 2011. This event features multiple health and wellness displays and demonstrations from a variety of organizations.Experts from David Grant USAF Medical Center will present a series of

  • Three things key factors in promoting Airmen

    As a chief, the most overarching question I get from Airmen is "How do I get promoted?" While there are many steps that have to happen, outside of the obvious requirements such as time in grade, time in service, performance reports and decorations, I want to focus on three areas that make all the