Air Mobility Command Features

‘American Tapestry’ album pulls together many strands

Nick DeCicco — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 21:03:00 GMT

“American Tapestry,” the latest album from Travis Air Force Base's U.S. Air Force Band of the Golden West, aims to weave a multitude of experiences of Airmen as well as others connected to the armed forces.

Special warfare candidates look to the PAST for a better future

Senior Airman Solomon Cook — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT

It has been said that approximately 70 percent of individuals from ages 17 to 24 are ineligible to join the U.S. military due to failure to meet standards. Statistics such as this make those who have the physical and mental prowess to apply, qualify and ultimately join a special warfare career field all the more impressive.

Cyber Transporters enable global mobility

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 17:53:00 GMT

In the face of a global pandemic, the Air Force has quickly adapted to thrive in a telework environment. The 375th Communications Squadron Cyber Transporters is one of the many teams helping to facilitate this new normal.

West Coast Demo Team highlights C-17 capabilities

Senior Airman Tryphena Mayhugh — Mon, 30 Nov 2020 21:57:00 GMT

Peaking out behind white fluffy clouds, the sun shone down on the crowd of excited beachgoers enjoying the strong breeze rippling across the ocean waves. Heads began to turn and eyes searched the horizon as the sound of four turbofan jet engines could be heard over the crashing of the wind-churned sea. Amidst nudging elbows and fingers pointing, the 174-foot C-17 Globemaster III came into view and roared above the spectators down below. The 62nd Airlift Wing’s (AW) C-17 West Coast Demo (demonstration) Team showcased their skills and the aircraft’s capabilities in the 2020 Fort Lauderdale Air Show in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Nov. 21-22. The air show was held on Fort Lauderdale Beach and featured demonstration acts from all four U.S. Air Force fighter jet demo teams and a few civilian acts.

Caring for Airmen pushes Travis sergeant to recognition

Nick DeCicco — Fri, 20 Nov 2020 22:25:00 GMT

Ask Senior Master Sgt. Marcus Hewett’s colleagues about him and they practically throw a dictionary at you. Selfless. Phenomenal. Leader. Servant. Sharp. Enabler. Friendly. Kind. The descriptors just keep flowing.

Aviation legends, fighter pilots meet at Travis AFB for look back, forward

Senior Airman Christian Conrad — Thu, 12 Nov 2020 18:17:00 GMT

During a visit Nov. 10, 2020, to Travis Air Force Base, California, Clarence "Bud" Anderson, along with fellow World War II pilot, Dean “Diz” Laird, was able to experience first-hand what the most modern iteration of his former profession looks like courtesy of the 56th Fighter Wing out of Luke Air Force Base, Arizona, and Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, California.

Travis command post responds to CSAF message by going paperless

Lan Kim — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 00:41:00 GMT

The status quo of doing business as usual is not enough anymore.

Scott creates ‘Dayroom Chat’ for diversity, inclusion discussions

Airman 1st Class Shannon Moorehead, 375th Air Mobility wing — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 20:37:00 GMT

Airmen from Scott Air Force Base have created a way for people of all ranks to come together virtually to provide a place to have difficult conversations, and as a way to support the Air Force’s initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in the workforce.

50th anniversary of first C-5’s arrival at Travis AFB inspires look back

Nick DeCicco — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 18:52:00 GMT

Oct. 24, 2020, marks 50 years since the first C-5A Galaxy arrived at Travis AFB.

CBRN training during COVID operations help maintain battle readiness

Airman 1st Class Shannon Moorehead, 375th Air Mobility wing — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:34:00 GMT

Chemical, biological, radiological or nuclear attacks are some of the most hostile environments service members may be exposed to in a combat zone, and which is why training must continue despite COVID pandemic restrictions.

Travis Airman saves life of local motorist

Senior Airman Christian Conrad — Wed, 07 Oct 2020 15:35:00 GMT

Senior Airman Max Brunwasser, 660th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron combat navigation journeyman, was on his way to work in the early hours of Sept. 8, straddling the dark, winding narrows of Highway 113 in his Subaru Legacy.

Airman overcomes years of abuse, uses trauma to help others

Senior Airman Amy Younger — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 18:26:00 GMT

The moment is surreal – a nightmare manifested. The weary mother and daughter step through the door into a modest apartment. A cloud of dust particles moves sleepily at their entry. The hot desert air trespasses further with each hollow step, disrupting the stagnant air in the small space. This is their home now.

Travis SF revolutionize training with VR capabilities

Senior Airman Christian Conrad — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 19:58:00 GMT

In a streamlined, immersive environment, Travis police officers, or defenders, are now able to acclimate themselves to stressful situations they could face in a real-world environment with the help of VR.

‘Safety first’ protects Airmen, resources

Senior Airman Greg Erwin — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 19:18:00 GMT

The efforts of the men and women of the 375th Air Mobility Wing’s Safety Office who are responsible for protecting Scotts personnel and resources.

Travis family, goats escape Northern California wildfire

Senior Airman Christian Conrad — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 23:45:00 GMT

In the early morning hours of Aug. 19, it was quiet in Vacaville. In the rural neighborhood of Cherry Glen Rd., ash, as though snow, gently fell along the soft breeze that offered little reprieve from the heat, which had climbed into triple digits the previous week.

Annual ruck march to honor the fallen, support gold star families goes virtual

Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 14:24:00 GMT

With every step, they support gold star families, a group nobody ever asks to join. As they march, they carry photos of fallen service members and rucksacks weighing between 10 and 30 pounds on their backs. Their journey is one of remembrance.

This is me: Team McConnell stands together

Senior Airman Michaela R. Slanchik — Wed, 26 Aug 2020 22:47:00 GMT

Difficult conversations build trust in teams so they can better support each other.

Airman becomes U.S. citizen

Tech. Sgt. Jennifer Stai — Fri, 14 Aug 2020 15:00:00 GMT

It was a moment of happiness and excitement for Airman 1st Class Edgar Barcenas Zumaya, 22nd Civil Engineer Squadron water and fuel systems maintenance apprentice, when he officially became a U.S. citizen during a naturalization ceremony at Wichita State University, Wichita, Kansas on Aug. 7, 2020.

Thin Blue Line, Part 3: Travis AFB CATM team key to weapons training

Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman — Wed, 22 Jul 2020 18:03:00 GMT

His heart races as he glares through the sight of his rifle preparing to engage the enemy 300 meters away.

Thin Blue Line, Part 2: Defenders secure flight line, ensure mobility mission

Tech. Sgt. James Hodgman — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 18:50:00 GMT

The beret they wear bears the message, “Defensor Fortis,” defenders of the force. They protect thousands of people and Air Force resources at bases in the United States and around the world.