• Honoring the colors

    Last year at about this time I shared my opinion with you regarding paying respect to our flag. Yet, some of you have compelled me to discuss this topic again. Last week, a retiree told me that he witnessed an Airman duck back into a building, on the first note of retreat, to preclude the member

  • Farewell to Air Mobility Command

    Fellow mobility Airmen: I have been honored and privileged to serve with you as your commander for the last 2 years. As today's air mobility warriors, you continue a long line of mobility heroes that stretches back over 60 years. And, as you carry that legacy into the future, your warrior spirit is

  • Self Aid, Buddy Care saves lives

    For those in need of emergency medical care after a life-threatening injury, Self-Aid and Buddy Care can save a life. "SABC is 21st century life and limb saving skills; steps taken to save lives," said Jerry Hoenicke, 60th Air Mobility Wing Self Aid and Buddy Care advisor. "It is emergency first-aid

  • Setting priorities is important

    A common topic of discussion amongst my staff and those in my squadron is setting priorities. There is so much going on for individuals and the squadron, how do we decide what to tackle first? The guidance I gave my folks is something I learned from a former commander. First, take care of yourself.

  • Stay safe this holiday weekend

    Labor Day was established by Congress to recognize the contributions of the American worker, which is a source of our nation's strength and prosperity. For the Air Force, it also marks the end of the 101 Critical Days of Summer safety campaign. As we begin this well-deserved four-day weekend, I

  • Letter to the Editor: Thank you Team Travis for granting wish

    Hello, I would like to thank everyone at Travis for the very special day for our son, Mitchell, and the rest of our family. Everyone we met was extremely kind and supportive. You brought us in as members of your community and we greatly appreciate it. Mitchell has proudly displayed his wings, coins,

  • Travis inducts new honorary commanders

    Travis hosted an honorary commanders' assumption-of-command ceremony Aug. 24 at the Delta Breeze Club. Units from the 349th Air Mobility Wing, the 615th Contingency Response Wing and the 60th Air Mobility Wing, along with squadron commanders from the 615th CRW and 60th AMW, bonded their

  • Don't become a Labor Day statistic

    Are you ready for the Labor Day weekend? Aug. 31 through Sept. 3 are your days off. It's sure to be fast and furious, so buckle up and enjoy your days off! Labor Day, always the first Monday in September, was derived from the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of

  • In Remembrance: Senior Airman Chad Colgan

    Senior Airman Chad Colgan, 60th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron C-5 crew chief, passed away Aug. 26 as a result of injuries received in a motorcycle accident in Vacaville, Calif. Airman Colgan was from Toulon, Ill., and joined the Air Force in November 2003. He is survived by his wife, Brooke, father,