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Attention to detail

Capt. Kyle Mackey, 21st Airlift Squadron C-17 Globemaster III flight instructor, performs a walkaround of a C-17 prior to takeoff at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 27, 2025. The pre-flight walkaround is a mandatory, methodical procedure that covers all critical exterior components, checking for general wear, damage and leaks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

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Feeling the heat

Airmen assigned to the 60th Civil Engineer Squadron conduct live-fire training at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 15, 2025. This critical training prepares firefighters to protect personnel and assets by effectively extinguishing fires and controlling fire behavior. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

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A team effort

Airmen assigned to the 660th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron inspect a KC-46A Pegasus on the flightline at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., July 15, 2025. With greater refueling, cargo and aeromedical evacuation capabilities compared to the KC-135 Stratotanker, the KC-46 can provide aerial refueling support to most fixed-wing, receiver-capable aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

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Washing off

Senior Airman Tanner Trivers, 60th Medical Support Squadron biomedical equipment technician, washes his face after crawling through a mud pit during Warrior Readiness Day at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., May 22, 2025. The event was an opportunity to step away from the daily routine and reconnect with teammates through a series of obstacles, mental challenges and scenarios. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Robert Nichols)

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Farewell ceremony

Retired Gen. Paul Selva gives the keynote address during the KC-10 Extender farewell ceremony at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Sept. 26, 2024. After decades of service, the KC-10, previously assigned to the 60th Air Mobility Wing and 349th AMW, was decommissioned after various final farewell events. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Daniel Peterson)

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Final flight

The daughter of Brig. Gen. Derek Salmi, 60th Air Mobility Wing commander, guides in a C-17 Globemaster III piloted by Salmi as it taxis in after his final flight as a member of the 60th AMW at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., June 21, 2024. Family and friends gathered to celebrate his final flight, or fini flight, after serving as wing commander since July 2022. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Robert Nichols)

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Elevated maintenance

Senior Airman Julian Garza, 860th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion technician, performs routine maintenance on a C-17 Globemaster III at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., April 1, 2024. The C-17 was one of four with the 21st Airlift Squadron that returned to Travis AFB after supporting U.S. European Command, U.S. Africa Command and U.S. Central Command operations. Aerospace propulsion specialists test, maintain and repair all parts of the engine. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Philip Bryant)

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Weapons drill

Airmen conduct weapons drills during a Tactical Combat Casualty Care Combat Medic Tier 3 Pilot Course at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Feb. 14, 2024. Travis AFB will be an operational site to teach the 64-hour course to selected medical Air Force specialty codes. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alexander Merchak)

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Celebrating 76 years of airpower

Retired Col. Len Augustine and Airman 1st Class Jayden Chetram, 60th Communications Squadron network and infrastructure technician, cut the cake during the 76th Air Force anniversary gala at the Sunrise Banquet Hall in Vacaville, Calif., Sept. 16, 2023. Travis Air Force Base Airmen came together to celebrate 76 years of Air Force history and heritage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Philip Bryant)

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Grazing time

Sheep walk in open space at Travis Air Force Base, California, May 31, 2023. Wildlife biologists with the 60th Civil Engineer Squadron coordinated a flock of approximately 600 sheep to clear overgrown grass and weeds. This grazing method saves time and money, reduces fire hazards and protects the environment by eliminating the need for herbicides and machinery. (U.S. Air Force photo by Heide Couch)

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Travis Airmen train while delivering humanitarian aid to Dominican Republic

U.S. Airmen assigned to the 60th Air Mobility Wing take a photo with fire chiefs from the Dominican Republic at San Isidro Air Base, Dominican Republic, Oct. 28, 2021. Through the Denton Program, the 60th AMW aircrew transported more than 56,000 pounds of firefighting supplies in an effort to modernize Dominican fire response and rescue capabilities. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathon Carnell)

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Travis Airmen train while delivering humanitarian aid to Dominican Republic

Staff Sgt. Kyle Lake, 60th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron flying crew chief, inspects a C-5M Super Galaxy at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021. A flying crew chief is assigned to an aircraft for all missions during which they perform advanced maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for any aircraft scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathon Carnell)

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Travis Airmen train while delivering humanitarian aid to Dominican Republic

A C-5M Super Galaxy is parked on the flight line at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Oct. 25, 2021. An aircrew of 13 service members assigned to the 22nd Airlift Squadron and the 60th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, both specialized in C-5M procedure, departed Travis AFB traveling to Joint Base Charleston, S.C. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathon Carnell)

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Travis Airmen train while delivering humanitarian aid to Dominican Republic

Airman 1st Class Daniel Taylor, 22nd Airlift Squadron loadmaster, guides a K-loader toward a C-5M Super Galaxy at Joint Base Charleston, S.C., Oct. 26, 2021. The 22nd AS received more than 56,000 pounds of humanitarian cargo destined for San Isidro Air Base, Dominican Republic. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jonathon Carnell)

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An RC-135S Cobra Ball descends toward the runway

An RC-135S Cobra Ball from Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, descends toward the runway May 23, 2020, at Travis Air Force Base, California. Several RC-135S aircraft have been displaced to Travis as a precaution for pending inclement weather in the Offutt area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amy Younger)

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An RC-135S Cobra Ball lands

An RC-135S Cobra Ball from Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska, arrives May 23, 2020, at Travis Air Force Base, California. Several RC-135S aircraft have been displaced to Travis as a precaution for pending inclement weather in the Offutt area. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Amy Younger)

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KC-10 Extender

KC-10 Extenders parked on the ramp at Travis Air Force Base, Feb. 26, 2018. The aircraft were part of a week-long base wide readiness exercise which evaluated the base's readiness and ability to execute and sustain rapid global mobility around the world. (U.S. Air Force Photo by Heide Couch)

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Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall is briefed by Col. Corey Simmons, 60th Air Mobility commander on the Travis Air Force Base mission at Travis AFB, Calif., Aug. 16, 2021. Kendall made a stop at Travis AFB and was greeted by wing leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Wayne Clark)

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Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall is briefed by Col. Corey Simmons, 60th Air Mobility commander on flightline operations from the tower at Travis Air Force Base, Calif., Aug. 16, 2021. Kendall made a stop at Travis AFB and was greeted by wing leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Wayne Clark)

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CMSAF Bass tours Travis AFB

Chief Master Sergeant Mike Perry, Air Force first sergeant special duty manager, and Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass, walk on the wing of a C-5M Super Galaxy March 25, 2021, at Travis Air Force Base, Calif. Bass visited Travis AFB to meet the Airmen who demonstrate innovative thinking and enhance the rapid global mobility mission. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Karla Parra)

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