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5 Mar 2018
Nutrition care easily accessible via telehealth appointments
The U.S. Air Force Medical Service is working to increase access to high level nutrition care using tele-medical nutrition therapy.
28 Feb 2018
Array of financial classes highlights Military Saves Week at Travis AFB
Military Saves Week takes place here March 5 – 11. As part of Military Saves Week 2018, Travis is spreading the savings message and urging the community to participate in Military Saves Week and take the Military Saves pledge.
28 Feb 2018
Putting the "lit" in spirituality
“There is nothing that we can’t do when we put our minds to it,” said Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Dondi E. Costin, U.S. Air Force chief of chaplains. “There is no difficulty you can give us, there is no challenge you can put before us, there is nothing that you could have us face that we’re not going to succeed at because our mindset has no bounds.”
28 Feb 2018
60th SFS receives training in crisis intervention
Members of the 60th Security Forces Squadron from Travis Air Force Base, California, received crisis intervention training from a Tustin-based company, Feb. 26 at the base’s 60th SFS training compound. The training, which focused on educating 60th SFS personnel in how to de-escalate situations involving victims of mental illnesses and developmental disabilities, is a part of Travis’ ongoing effort in both updating its already effective safety protocols and maintaining readiness amid an evolving understanding of mental illness.
21 Feb 2018
Travis leads the way with Phoenix Spark
Over the past year, Airmen from Travis Air Force Base, California, played an integral part in facilitating innovative efforts by the U.S. Air Force through their involvement in the newly-developed AFWERX program.
14 Feb 2018
Travis AFB holds 75th Anniversary Kickoff
Travis Air Force Base, California, held a kickoff celebration Feb. 8, with a new logo unveiling for its 75th Anniversary.
14 Feb 2018
Travis installs LED street lights
Travis Air Force Base, California, has been awarded $250,000 in energy sustainment and maintenance funds to convert 611 street light fixtures to low-energy consuming light-emitting diode lighting, or LEDs.
14 Feb 2018
Travis FC soccer team wins league championship
The Travis Football Club soccer team became the Fairfield, California, Soccer League champions for the first time after winning its match over Real Madrid in extra time, Feb. 4.
14 Feb 2018
AFIT Academic Coding Branch provides critical service to total force officers
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – While academic degrees are generally masked at officer promotion boards, they still play a critical role for certain leadership and technical positions, so keeping official records updated with the most accurate information can be vital.Some situations where having an updated academic record is crucial
13 Feb 2018
Air Force Fiscal Year 2019 budget addresses great power competition
The Air Force budget request of $156.3 billion for fiscal year 2019 builds on the progress made in 2018 to restore the readiness of the force, increase lethality, and cost-effectively modernize.

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travisairforcebase-06 Jul

The Shooting Stars Drones will launch again at around 10:20 p.m. and we will do another live video stream at that time. Thank you for your patience.

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-05 Jul

#TeamTravis, As we get closer to tonight’s festivities, what part of the celebration are you most looking forward to? In addition, we’ll also be hosting a bounce house, a beer and wine truck, a hotdog and burger food truck, and an on-site DJ. We will also be allowing families to bring in their own food and water as long as the water is in a clear container. Hope to see you all out there!

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-03 Jul

#DidYouKnow the United States Air Force has a new Airman Against Drunk Driving app available on the App Store and Google Play? Just another way the U.S. Air Force is committed to #NeverDUI

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-03 Jul

**Edited for clarification*** #TeamTravis, As weather updates continue to come in, the Intel® Shooting Star Drone Light Show show portion may not happen. As of now, the show is still happening, but we're monitoring tomorrow's weather on a minute-to-minute basis and will continue to update you all as we get closer to the event. No matter what, festivities are a go! Airmen and the public are still invited to celebrate with bouncy houses, food trucks, a DJ, and a rock climbing wall! Below are maps to the parking areas and entrance for the event as well as the event location.

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-02 Jul

Due to forecasted high winds, the scheduled July 3 rehearsal, which was open to DoD ID Cardholders, has been canceled. Please stay tuned for more updates as we monitor the weather for the 4th of July event.

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-02 Jul

#Repost Visit Fairfield, California -- "There are no active fires near Travis AFB or Solano County. . . . Good morning friends! Solano County photographer James Guzzo was up early for the sunrise and captured these images from our hills. The smoke cloud you can see is from a fire burning in Yolo County. There are no active fires near Fairfield and Solano County. #VisitFairfieldCA"

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travisairforcebase-01 Jul

To all of #TeamTravis and our local community, please be safe! For continued updates, please sign up with alertsolano.com to get them sent straight to your device.

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-01 Jul

"Anything that is an extension of, what I call, America's power, promise, or ideals, is done through logistics and transportation." --USAF Gen. Darren W. McDew, U.S. Transportation Command commander. Travis #Airmen deliver on that promise...anytime, anywhere. And we're proud it. #NoBounds | #TeamTravis

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-29 Jun

🎶This is ground control to Major Tom...🎶 Always on the cutting edge, #TeamTravis has recently entered into talks with NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration to establish a research collaboration leading to advances in medical support for deep space missions as well as warfighters. Read more about Travis' potential role in the future of space exploration in the article below. United States Air Force | U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) | Airman Magazine | Air Force Times | AFMS - David Grant USAF Medical Center - 60th Medical Group, Travis AFB | U.S. Military | #NoBounds

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-28 Jun

Congratulations SMSgt Lucero Stockett, 6th ARS, for being named one of the 12 Outstanding Airmen of the Year for 2018! It is a honor to call you a member of #TeamTravis!

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-27 Jun

This 4th of July, #TeamTravis is partnering with Intel to put on a #patriotic light show with the help of more than 500 individual drones. Check out the video below and visit our event page, Travis AFB 4th of July ft. Intel® Shooting Star Drone Light Show, for a taste of what's to come during next week's jaw-dropping spectacle. United States Air Force | U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) | Airman Magazine | United States | Air Force Times | Military.com | #FourthofJuly ***The DoD does not endorse Intel***

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-24 Jun

Team Travis Defenders teamed up with #SpecialOlympics athletes to run through Travis AFB and Vacaville, California last week for the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run.

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-24 Jun

A KC-10 crew recetly completed a mission in the pacific refueling fighters supporting Exercise RED FLAG-Alaska and strengthening relationships between the USAF and the Japan Air Self Defense Force. To learn more click on the photos below. #NoBounds | #EngagingGlobally | #GotFuel

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-23 Jun

Not only is 2018 the 75th anniversary of Travis but also the 9th Air Refueling Squadrons #75thAnniversary. The diverse history of the 9th ARS includes operating in the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations, flying the F-4U Corsair as well as the P-38 Lightning. Click on one of the photos below to see what it means to wear the 9th ARS patch. #GucciPride | #Universal | #Travis75th

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-22 Jun

This week we salute SrA Steven Fing for being named the #TeamTravis Warrior of the Week. Fing is a Nondestructive Inspection Technician in the 60th MXS. His leadership skills as a shift leader enabled 22 maintenance acts ensuring 620 sorties. #WoW | #Maintenance

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-22 Jun

#TeamTravis is kind of a big deal in Fairfield, California! On Tuesday during a city council meeting, leadership received a proclamation from the city in honor of celebrating the 75th anniversary of the base. #Servinglocally | #Travis75th

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-21 Jun

During a recent KC-10 Extender mission, two flying crew chiefs kept the aircraft serviced enabling it to complete a roundtrip journey of more than 9,000 nautical miles and offloaded more than 200,000 pounds of fuel to eight F-15s. #FueltheFight | #RapidGlobalMobility | #NoBounds

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-20 Jun

The rumors are true! #TeamTravis is celebrating #IndependenceDay with a special light show featuring the Intel Shooting Star Drones. We are opening our gates to the community for this event. Stay tuned for more information! #NoBounds | #PoweredbySpark | #75thAnniversary | AFWERX | Air Mobility Command | Heather Wilson

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-19 Jun

Gen. Paul J. Selva, Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, is no stranger to Travis. He has commanded a squadron and a group here in the past. Last Friday #TeamTravis was honored for him to return to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Travis and the 9th ARS. #Travis75th | #NoBounds Check out more images here: https://flic.kr/s/aHsmnD5ga6

U.S. Air Force
travisairforcebase-18 Jun

#PhoenixSpark, Travis's grassroots innovation program is kindling connections and spreading ideas on their new LinkedIn page! Airmen, community members, and business leaders alike, join the conversation as we deliver tomorrow's tools to the Warfighter today! #PoweredBySpark https://www.linkedin.com/company/travis-afb-phoenix-spark/

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-19 Oct

A legend in the wild blue yonder, Tech Sgt. Manny Tarango aka Coach T has been busy changing the gridiron mentorshi… https://t.co/xHgC8bhmjv

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-19 Oct

DGMC begins flu vaccine campaign https://t.co/UGDqNzURJi

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-16 Oct

RT @AirMobilityCmd: AMC's #WingspanOfHope continues to deliver critical resources & dedicated personnel during the #HurricaneMichael respon…

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-16 Oct

#TeamTravis, The 2018 Great California Shakeout earthquake drill is upon us! The base will be participating Thursd… https://t.co/H0RAaoWfKI

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-16 Oct

RT @60MDG_DGMC: Resilient Kids, ready #Airmen. One thing Airmen worry about after deployment is the well-being of their family, especially…

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@travis60amw-16 Oct

He is here to pump you up! Check out how this @usairforce master sergeant and current Mr. USA is inspiring his squa… https://t.co/PhO61v8JPL

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-15 Oct

When it comes to getting a community back on its feet, sometimes it takes a whole village to do it. @TeamTyndall's… https://t.co/g4W0854kE6

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-13 Oct

#TeamTravis is on the ground in Florida, helping to open @TeamTyndall and bring #relief to the region in the wake o… https://t.co/cEGnT9y9tO

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@travis60amw-13 Oct

RT @SecAFOfficial: Please share this video from @ACC_Commander and help us get the word out. We will continue to share information as we ge…

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@travis60amw-13 Oct

RT @usairforce: For updates on our #HurricaneMichael relief efforts, follow our Twitter Moment. ⚡️ “United States Air Force emergency respo…

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@travis60amw-13 Oct

RT @GenDaveGoldfein: Thank you, @ACC_Commander & leaders across the force, for your continued efforts to connect #Airmen & families affecte…

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-13 Oct

RT @AirMobilityCmd: .@usairforce Mobility Airmen from @Travis60AMW, @DyessAFBase & @JBLM_PAO joined #TotalForce @MacDill_AFB efforts, bring…

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-12 Oct

Team Travis poised to deliver after Hurricane Michael https://t.co/AZcL2xAn0X

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-11 Oct

#TeamTravis aircraft and Airmen will depart early morning tomorrow to assist in reopening the airfield at Tyndall A… https://t.co/m7KeZ6Fm3j

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-10 Oct

#C17GlobemasterIII has departed to support civil authorities in #HurricaneMichael relief efforts in Meridian, Missi… https://t.co/bPJ4RS9LqP

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-10 Oct

Check out how @AirMobilityCmd is giving us all a reason to run off this year's turkey in the article below.… https://t.co/emdcEKwLgl

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-10 Oct

RT @DeptofDefense: The #DOD is committed to remaining the world’s preeminent fighting force, pursuing global security and stability, modern…

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-07 Oct

RT @abc7newsbayarea: Brush fire near Vacaville that caused highway closures grows to 4,000 acres. #BranscombeFire https://t.co/FMIzqA8jh8

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-07 Oct

RT @CAL_FIRE: CAL FIRE is assisting @SolanoFire with a 4,000 acre fire off of Branscombe Road, south of Hwy 12, Suisun City (Solano County…

U.S. Air Force
@travis60amw-05 Oct

This article highlights our abilities to enhance the mission through strategic partnerships. #TeamTravis… https://t.co/3HYVV5X6Pi

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