• Travis hosts K-9 competition

    The 60th Security Forces Squadron hosted the 3rd annual Defenders K-9 Trial April 8 and 9 at Travis Air Force Base, California.The competition brought more than 50 teams from different law enforcement agencies across the state."These trials serve a few purposes," said Tech. Sgt. Joshua Hicks, 60th

  • Devil Raiders train on base defense

    In the 621st Contingency Response Wing, every Devil Raider is responsible for security, and the 821st Contingency Response Group is ensuring these Airmen are prepared by creating the Expeditionary Combat Skills Training course.The five-day training is designed to improve how contingency response

  • Smith leaves Travis cleaner than he found it

    Many would like to say that they left Travis Air Force Base, California, in better condition than they found it. In Mark Smith's case, he can say that. And honestly. Smith, Air Force Civil Engineer Center's Western Region Restoration Support Team lead at Travis, has been the environmental

  • Base raises awareness about sexual assault

    April marks the annual national campaign for sexual assault awareness and prevention month.The Department of Defense observes SAAPM by focusing on creating the appropriate culture to eliminate sexual assault and requiring a personal commitment from all service members at every level."Although we

  • JTF-PO team hard charged during Turbo Distribution

    Airmen, Soldiers and officials from the Defense Logistics Agency recently worked hand-in-hand with senior representatives from U.S. Transportation Command to test and verify the ability of several mobility-focused organizations during Turbo Distribution 16-02 at Amedee Army Airfield,

  • Air Force, Army, DLA conducts JTF-PO training

    With simulated terror cells operating in the area, Airmen and Soldiers don their body armor and place their M16 rifles at the low-ready position as they exit the bus at the fictitious country of Sangala, in preparation for Exercise Turbo Distribution 16-02.What is now a runway surrounded by dirt,

  • Base greets honorary leaders

    With a C-17 Globemaster III draped as the backdrop to the evening's festivities, Travis senior leaders welcomed 35 honorary commanders and bid farewell to 34 others during an HCC induction ceremony March 10.The Honorary Commanders Program is an Air Force-wide initiative allowing professionals from a

  • Squadron's program puts Airmen FIRST

    Last year, the 60th Aerial Port Squadron had the highest percentage of duty-limiting profiles. A majority of those injuries were musculoskeletal, consisting of sprains, strains and injuries due to overuse.  The high volume of these injuries attracted the attention of Maj. Denise Lemon, 60th Medical

  • Travis provides course to leaders

    Travis Air Force Base is offering a two-day course to help company grade officers understand their roles as upcoming flight commanders and officers in charge.During a recent course, officers from a variety of career fields discussed the responsibilities of a flight commander, communication skills,

  • Crosstrainee shines in role with 22nd

    When Tech. Sgt. Joshua Willim enlisted in the Air Force as an electrician in civil engineering, he was not sure what his future would be. He knew that the Air Force was a good fit for him and that he was interested in opportunities to travel.Fast forward 13 years later, and you will find Willim