• Efficient thermostat settings saves energy, base money

    Travis’ policy for energy conservation mandates that thermostats be set to 68 degrees in the winter and 78 degrees in the summer. Seventy-eight degrees in the summer months may seem warm for Travis members that are used to much cooler indoor temperatures. Likewise, 68 degrees in the winter may seem

  • Security forces streamlines minor accident reporting procedures

    Security forces have many responsibilities at Travis, the least of which is responding to emergency calls for assistance. As the Global War on Terrorism continues and we maintain our high operations tempo, we must continue to find ways to streamline our processes and conduct business using more

  • Summer youth program to begin June 12

    The American Red Cross is once again sponsoring their popular Summer Youth program at Travis this year. Applications are now available to participate in the program, which begins June 12. Applications can be picked up from the information desks at David Grant USAF Medical Center or the base thrift

  • Only professionals should install systems furniture

    Configuring an office space here can be a challenge. One effective way is to use systems furniture [often mistakenly called modular furniture]. Systems furniture allows efficient use of space while providing people workstations that can be interchanged amongst different cubicles and work spaces.

  • Join the mission, move

    As National High Blood Pressure Education Month comes to an end, people are encouraged to remember this year’s theme, “Prevent and Control High Blood Pressure: Mission Possible.” It’s easy to join the mission: just ask your doctor what your blood pressure numbers are, what they mean, and what you

  • AMC Matchup returns

    Starting Thursday and continuing through the month of August, Air Mobility Command members and their family members are encouraged to see how they match up. “MatchUp is AMC’s summertime program wherein participants can win big prizes for just participating in various activities at their base,” said

  • NAF sale open to all ID cardholders

    The 60th Services Squadron is holding a non-appropriated fund sale June 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the former Travis Aero Club hangar located on the base behind the David Grant USAF Medical Center. “This is a great opportunity for the Travis community to purchase some quality items at a very

  • Local girl spends day as a KC-10 pilot

    It was a foggy day in San Francisco when a 10-year-old girl flew a KC-10 under the Golden Gate Bridge. Katie Powell, daughter of Senior Master Sgt. Chris Powell, 60th Operations Group, was named Pilot for a Day, May 19, and was given an inside look at the daily life of pilots at Travis. Master Sgt.