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24 Jan 2007
Travis begins combat skills training
Imagine you're in a non-traditional Air Force role, driving a convoy through a deserted portion of Southwest Asia, when suddenly, the sound of gun fire crackles the air. What do you do? The 60th Security Forces Squadron has recently begun a two-day combat skills training course designed to teach Travis Airmen exactly what to do when in a combat
14 Dec 2006
ADAPT program helps kick alcohol dependency
The holiday season is the time of year where family and friends usually gather together to celebrate their choice of a religious day as well as bringing in the New Year. Whatever the reason for the season, the overuse of alcohol can turn a celebration into a tragedy. The Air Force has a program designed to combat the abuse of alcohol, whether it's
8 Dec 2006
OPSEC begins and ends with you
The current Global War on Terrorism means that all of Team Travis needs to remain vigilant and keep Operations Security on their minds at all times. "Sound OPSEC procedures and practices offer Travis our first line of defense against adversaries," said Col. Steve Arquiette, 60th Air Mobility Wing commander. "To succeed, everyone must avoid all
8 Dec 2006
Travis' ASF Airmen tend to wounded warriors
More than 2,500 U.S. military members wounded in Afghanistan and Iraq passed through Travis to receive aid from the 60th Aeromedical Staging Flight at David Grant USAF Medical Center. Some stay for minutes on the flightline to change flights, others stay for days in the unit's 38-bed ward inside the medical center before relocating to hospitals and
7 Dec 2006
Climbing Wall pushes limits
It has all the drama of an action movie without the high ticket prices. The Indoor Climbing Wall at the Outdoor Recreation Center can provide anyone on Travis with a safe, exciting way to get some strength training. "The Wall," which, at it's highest point is 25 feet tall, gives anyone who is interested a chance to get a taste of rock climbing.
1 Dec 2006
60th OSS victorious again
The 60th Operations Support Squadron reached their 11th strait victory defeating the 15th Air Mobility Operations Squadron, 27 to 6. The 60th OSS dominated the first half starting with receiver Ryan Habbeshaw's interception. Habbeshaw caught the ball then pitched it to Royce Mace, 60th OSS safety, who ran it 40 yards into the end zone. Then Joshua
21 Nov 2006
MEO, EEO provides counsel during disputes
The Military Equal Opportunity and Equal Employment Opportunity offices are projected to combine under an Air Force Smart Operations of the 21st century initiative. "Our objective is to provide you with the best possible service maximizing the resources available," said Master Sgt. John Schumann, MEO superintendent. "While the next year looks to be
4 Aug 2006
Operation Nighthawk aimed at ending drug abuse
For those wishing to consume illegal substances only to have all traces expelled within a day or two before getting selected for a random drug test, this is not your lucky day! There is an operation in full swing to catch potential illegal substance violators at the gates of Travis. "The great thing about the Nighthawk is that it targets anyone
29 Jul 2006
Team Travis bids farewell to interim command chief
After giving more than 24 years to the Air Force, Chief Master Sgt. Carol Johnson is scheduled to retire in a ceremony in front of the wing headquarters building today at 3:45 p.m. Chief Johnson served as the interim command chief for the 60th Air Mobility Wing before handing the reins over to Chief Master Sgt. Michael Williams last month. As
28 Jul 2006
What an 'Amazing Race' it was
The 615th Contingency Response Wing put on an event unlike any other seen at Travis July 19 and 20. The event not only combined physical skill and mental toughness, but also incorporated teamwork, problem solving and fun all in the spirit of friendly competition. The "1st 615th CRW Amazing Race" lived up to the CRW's expectations and more. The