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June 28, 2019
Travis’ 60th Operations Group gets spotlight during Airman enrichment program

Airmen from Travis AFB had the opportunity to flex their operational muscles June 14 as part of an on-base enrichment program focused on the mission of Travis’ 60th Operations Group.
June 24, 2019
GI Bill Transfer

Last year new guidance was announced on transferring GI Bill benefits. The changes go into effect July 12th.
June 18, 2019
Hardware, software, training reshaped as part of ‘Year of the Defender’ initiative

The Air Force has undertaken a comprehensive effort to revitalize and reconfigure its security forces squadrons during the past year with the Reconstitute Defender Initiative.
June 14, 2019
Kross honored at Scott’s ATA Walk of Fame

The Airlift/Tanker Association honored retired Gen. Walter Kross, former Air Mobility Command and United States Transportation Command commander, during an unveiling ceremony June 14 at its Walk of Fame here. Kross was the 30th Airman presented with either a bust or medallion at the location, which
June 12, 2019
KC-46 completes testing with Super Galaxy

The U.S. Air Force’s newest air refueling aircraft, the KC-46A Pegasus, is undergoing a variety of tests out of Edwards Air Force Base, California.
May 28, 2019
Summer – A time to enjoy family, friends, and practice good risk management

As Airmen approach and plan for summer activities, leadership at all levels should take the time to discuss risk management and highlight hazards Airmen may encounter during the upcoming months. The Air Force’s top three leaders began that conversation in a tri-signature memorandum recently sent to
May 6, 2019
Air Force, Army conduct joint deployment prep exercises

The 39th Airlift Squadron and 40th Airlift Squadron assigned to Dyess Air Force Base, Texas, worked alongside the 428th Field Artillery Brigade assigned to Fort Sill, Oklahoma, to complete a joint exercise with three C-130J Super Hercules, May 1, at Fort Sill, Oklahoma.During the exercise, each
April 29, 2019
2019 LIFT inspires innovation at Fairchild

Team Fairchild hosted the third annual Leaders Inspiring for Tomorrow summit April 19 at the base theater, with this year’s topic focused on inspiring innovation. This year’s summit consisted of seven speakers ranging from retired military, active duty, business executives, and civilians with ties
April 3, 2019
Fairchild Airmen recognized for life-saving actions

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Blaine Holland, 92nd Civil Engineer Squadron Fire Emergency Services superintendent, and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tyler Ferris, 92nd Maintenance Group Air Force Repair Enhancement Program technician, received a meritorious life-saving award for their actions in providing
March 14, 2019
Team Fairchild takes on new role supporting Red Flag 19-2

Airmen from all over the nation have convened for Red Flag 19-2, a large-force exercise designed to provide aircrews exposure to a simulated combat environment, March 8-23, at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada. Fairchild’s advanced team was tasked to coordinate all planning and refueling operations for

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