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  • Lessons from command

    I've learned a few lessons in these past two years as a squadron commander at Travis Air Force Base. Unfortunately, many of them truly hit home as a result of a recent tragedy in our squadron. It took the death of an Airman to crystallize these truths in my mind, where I pray I will never forget

  • Critical Days of Summer kicks off

    In a sincere effort to save lives and prevent accidents, Air Mobility Command's commander urges Airmen to get "Back to Basics at Home and Work" - the theme of this year's 101 Critical Days of Summer campaign. "We must ensure that everything we do, on and off duty, is completely thought through -

  • Safeguard health, stop smoking

    After paying tribute to fallen servicemembers on Memorial Day, we also want to remember to safeguard the health of those who follow in their footsteps. Many who survived World War II and other battlefields, became smokers who died prematurely from smoking-related illnesses: cancer, heart disease and

  • Memorials to remember

    It has only been a few days since our country finished celebrating Memorial Day. It is on this day we honor our fallen heroes past, present and future. On the corner of Burgan Avenue and Travis Boulevard here on base, is Colonel Coe's Corner. It is directly opposite from the Golden Bear and the

  • Black Valley Gnat: base pests

    Team Travis has its share of insect challenges. The current pest problem involves the "no see um" insect called the Black Valley Gnat, which is a small biting fly that measures up to 1/16 of an inch (three to six millimeters) in length and is black in color in the adult stage. They are also known as

  • Real men have real depression

    Cardiac disease is the leading cause of death in adult males and its presence is openly felt and discussed in homes, families and communities around the world. However, despite the estimated six million men who dea with depression, this illness that rarely gets attention until it is too late. Males

  • Preparation Key to Mission Success

    The Operational Readiness Inspection is coming! Our proud heritage is no accident--Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines and Coast Guardsmen have defended freedom and justice around the world since our nation's independence. That proud heritage is due in part to preparation and exercise. Closer to

  • Wingman preparedness

    Wingman look after each other and are prepared! The wingman philosophy -- protecting someone by "watching their back" -- is synonymous with our profession and heritage. World War II and Korean War ace Col. Francis Gabreski, USAF retired, captured the wingman's importance when he said, "The wingman

  • Be prepared

    Team Travis are you ready for the next natural disaster? Chances are the answer is no. A recent American Red Cross study concluded that less than 10 percent of Bay area residents are prepared for a major disaster. As members of the military living in earthquake and wildfire country the threats are

  • Modernization

    Last week, this commentary focused on Team Travis' synergistic air mobility partnerships which "fuel the fight" consistent with Air Mobility Command's third priority. Our war-winning "fueling" actions are possible through these optimized mobility partners, and by also remaining focused on AMC's