Friday, March 27, 2026 l Vol. 51, Number 13
860TH AMXS Page 2
SERVING TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE AND THE MILITARY COMMUNITY OF SOLANO COUNTY
419TH FIGHTER WING RESERVISTS Page 5
HOLOLENS Page 7
TRAVIS TAILWIND AIRBORNE A product of Daily Republic
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Airman 1st Class David S. Calcote/U.S. Air Force file
A Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratrooper assigned to the 1st Airborne Brigade conducts a static-line jump from a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules
assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during exercise Airborne 26 over the East Fuji Maneuver Area, Japan, March 2.
AF modernizes physical fitness program to bolster readiness, health Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs
Brian Collett/U.S. Air Force file
Col. Brandon Shroyer, 60th Air Mobility Wing commander, delivers remarks at the 2026 State of the Base ceremony at Travis Air Force Base, March 20. The State of the Base is an event hosted by the 60th AMW to highlight the past
year, inform and educate federal, local, state and community leaders about significant base accomplishments and further bolster community relationships to ensure airmen are always mission ready.
Travis AFB hosts State of the Base
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Air Force announced an update to its Physical Fitness Readiness Program in a Directive Type Memorandum introducing new standards and scoring models designed to better align with the demands of modern warfare and promote the long-term health of every airman. The modernized program is anchored in scientifically grounded health measures and a more rigorous assessment model. The goal is to enhance warfighter readiness by encouraging airmen to build durable fitness habits that support sustained, career-long performance. “Our new standards are designed to help airmen build fitness habits that will serve them throughout their careers and hopefully a long life,” said Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach. “This update is not just about increasing the physical fitness test standards; it’s about ensuring our warfighters are fit, ready, and prioritizing their long-term health.” In conjunction with the updated program, score charts have been updated with increased minimums for each scored component, as well as separate charts now available for Occupationally Specific See Fitness, Page 2
William Lewis/U.S. Air Force file (2025) Gary Edwards/U.S. Air Force file
Airman 1st Class Ashley Rowell/U.S. Air Force file
The 60th Air Mobility Wing hosts the 2026 State of the Base ceremony at Travis Air Force Base, March 20.
Community leaders attend the 2026 State of the Base ceremony at Travis Air Force Base, March 20.
Airmen and special warfare recruits participate in physical training during Exercise Bolt and Dagger at Nellis Air Force Base, Nev., Dec. 16, 2025.