• Back shop faces Hydraulics, solvent and airplanes — oh my!

    People may wonder what goes on behind-the-scenes to prepare an aircraft to function safely, efficiently and correctly. A big part of the behind-the-scenes preparation takes place at the hydraulic back shop, where things get messy. The hydraulic back shop team is responsible for breaking down the

  • Versatility essential to AGE

    While looking out the window of an aircraft, there are many support functions that can be seen in action. There are maintainers pull chalks and marshalling the aircraft, while the aircrew performs walk around inspections. Seldom noticed, however, are all the pieces of support equipment involved in

  • Hidden heroes from all walks of life

    The word hero is defined in the dictionary as, "somebody who commits an act of remarkable bravery or who has shown an admirable quality such as great courage or strength of character." When I think of my personal heroes, traditional and historical figures first come to mind. People such as Martin

  • Civilian worker with 60th CS nears 50 years

    Speaking about the role Jo Cobb plays in her life, Claudette Day walks behind her desk to grab a tissue to dab her eyes."She's like a surrogate mother," said Mrs. Day, a computer technical supporter with the 60th Contracting Squadron."I can talk to her about anything."It's Mrs. Cobb's warm nature

  • Wind a factor for Fleet 5

    The delta breeze blowing from west to east through Travis can be detrimental to the members of Fleet 5. Airman 1st Class Abby Potter and Senior Airman Zachary Berndt, 60th Aerial Port Squadron air transportation specialists, are the lavatory service technicians at Travis. When a plane needs to be

  • Dating scam involves man posing as deployed Airman

    "He seemed genuine," she said. His profile on the dating website included a photo of himself in uniform while carving Halloween pumpkins with his daughter. He also claimed to be deployed to Afghanistan and, for nearly two months, he chatted "live" with the intended victim before asking for money.

  • AFAF campaign launches Mon.

    The Annual Air Force Assistance Fund will kick off with a breakfast at the Delta Breeze Club Monday with the theme "Commitment to Caring."The AFAF, the Air Force's official charity, is a six-week campaign that provides funds to the Air Force Aid Society, Air Force Enlisted Village, Air Force Village

  • Be a Leader who empowers

    At its lowest level, leadership is based on position only, so go higher, you must develop a good relationship with others. You must learn to lead by influence and not control. When you influence that's when others give you permission to lead.For most people, they will look for your leadership in

  • Others' words can help lead

    I love Travis Air Force Base. Every day, the men and women who work to make Travis the crown jewel of Air Mobility Command truly inspire me. Whether we are helping earthquake victims in Haiti, taking the fight to our enemies in Afghanistan or standing ready to assist as we watch the events taking