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Equipment in support of DEFENDER 24 is offloaded from the motor vessel GREEN OCEAN at the port of Kalundborg, Denmark, April 19, 2024. (Photo Credit: U.S. Army photo by Elena Baladelli)

Air Force Gen. Jacqueline Van Ovost, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, speaks with Air Force Tech. Sgt. Hyacinth Malak, assigned to the 378th Expeditionary Medical Squadron, at Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia, Feb. 6, 2023. Van Ovost recognized high performing U.S. service members assigned to PSAB for their continued efforts and achievements in day-to-day operations, helping propel the mission forward.

Airman Lacey Wipper, 22nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron crew chief, applies a solution onto a KC-46A Pegasus Wing Aerial Refueling Pod (WARP) pylon March 5, 2024, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The WARPs are an optional capability that was included in the original design of the KC-46 and certifications have been in the works since 2019. WARPs are mounted on the aircraft’s wings and allow the KC-46 to refuel two aircraft simultaneously. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Gavin Hameed)

A Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) is offloaded from the cargo vessel Leroy A. Mendonica at the port of Alexandroupolis, Greece, March 12, 2024. The offload occurred during the 3rd Armored Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division’s nine-month deployment as a rotational troop. The deployment of ready, combat-credible U.S. forces to Europe is evidence of the strong U.S. commitment to NATO and Europe. (U.S. Army Photo by Davide Dalla Massara)

New commander, new challenges for historic reserve command

By Staff Sgt. Travis Butler, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

As he received the unit flag of the Joint Transportation Reserve Unit from Gen. Duncan McNabb, commander, U. S. Transportation Command, Brig. Gen. David S. Post accepted command of the first Department of Defense-authorized "joint" reserve unit.

Published: Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Article Views: 1331 Release #: 091215-1

USTRANSCOM conducts staff ride to Vicksburg

By Army Maj. James Lowe, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The U.S. Transportation Command sponsored a staff ride to Vicksburg, Miss., to examine the Civil War joint forces campaign which ended with the surrender of Confederate forces to Union victors July 4,1863.

Published: Friday, December 11, 2009

Article Views: 1446 Release #: 091211

USTRANSCOM coach leads Air Force rugby team to sixth inter-service championship

By Robert Fehringer, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Air Force Lt. Col. Dan Lockert at the United States Transportation Command has been involved in rugby as a player since 1988 at Auburn and is the Air Force team's coach.

Published: Friday, December 11, 2009

Article Views: 1311 Release #: 091211-2

USTRANSCOM Navy Reservists continue 'mustang' history

By Lt. Col. G.P. Mirabella, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

A little bit of Navy history was made - and celebrated - in November when one generation of Reserve Limited Duty Officers symbolically passed responsibility for their shared heritage to the next generation of LDOs at Scott Air Force Base, Ill.

Published: Friday, December 11, 2009

Article Views: 1561 Release #: 091211-3

Hawkins assumes duties as USTRANSCOM SEL

Army Command Sgt. Maj. Tomas R. Hawkins takes on a new role at U.S. Transportation Command

Published: Friday, December 11, 2009

Article Views: 1421 Release #: 091211-4

Flexibility: The key to airpower...and Space-A

by Air Mobility Command Logistics Directorate

Space-Available travel; or Space-A, can help turn your dreams into reality.

Published: Wednesday, November 25, 2009

Article Views: 1440 Release #: 091125-1

Military Child Education Coalition trains Scott AFB families

By Army Maj. James Lowe, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The Military Child Education Coalition guides service members and their families in serving the best educational interests of their children.

Published: Friday, November 06, 2009

Article Views: 1436 Release #: 091106

Improved protection for your household goods

By Command Affairs Office, HQ SDDC

Full Replacement Value provides better compensation for loss/damage after a move

Published: Thursday, October 29, 2009

Article Views: 1427 Release #: 091029-1

Deployed to CDDOC: USTRANSCOM Navy reservist helps shape theater logistics

By Bob Fehringer, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

A Navy reservist assigned to USTRANSCOM, was activated and deployed to the CDDOC to "shape theater logistics coordination of movement requirements in the 30 to 120-day movement window (time frame to move troops, equipment and supplies).

Published: Monday, September 14, 2009

Article Views: 1327 Release #: 090914-1

USTRANSCOM staff members join USNS Comfort as she completes 'Continuing Promise'

A group of U.S. Transportation Command staff members were among those "manning the rails" as the USNS Comfort ended her four-month "Continuing Promise 2009" deployment to Latin America and the Carribean.

Published: Wednesday, September 02, 2009

Article Views: 1372 Release #: 090815-1

Ships, planes deliver Stryker brigade to Afghanistan

by Gerry J. Gilmore, American Forces Press Service

Military transportation experts used ships and planes to deploy an Army combat unit that arrived in Afghanistan last month, marking a notable milestone for U.S. Transportation Command.

Published: Friday, August 21, 2009

Article Views: 1482 Release #: 090821-1

USTRANSCOM servicemembers visit Rams training camp

by Army Maj. James Lowe, USTRANSCOM Public Affairs

The St. Louis Rams invited service men and women from U.S. Transportation Command here as honored guests recently at the team's training facility in Earth City, Mo.

Published: Friday, August 14, 2009

Article Views: 1434 Release #: 090814-1

Exercise tests joint cargo operations

by Staff Sgt. Matthew Bates, Defense Media Activity-San Antonio

Airmen and soldiers assigned to U.S. Transportation Command's Joint Task Force-Port Opening are participating in Eagle Flag 2009, an Air Expeditionary Center-sponsored exercise.

Published: Friday, August 07, 2009

Article Views: 1382 Release #: 090807

Vice Chairman visits USTRANSCOM

by Bob Fehringer, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Vice Chairman of the Joints Chief of Staff Gen. James E. Cartwright paid a visit to U.S. Transportation Command July 30 to get input for the Department of Defense's Integrated Priority List.

Published: Friday, July 31, 2009

Article Views: 1346 Release #: 090731-1

'Highly qualified expert' joins USTRANSCOM staff

By Bob Fehringer, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Rick Poff, a highly qualified expert, has joined the staff of U.S. Transportation Command.

Published: Wednesday, July 22, 2009

Article Views: 1421 Release #: 090722-1

Rota and Misawa to return as Patriot Express stops

Beginning Oct. 1, Patriot Express service will return to Misawa Air Base, Japan, and Naval Station Rota, Spain.

Published: Friday, July 17, 2009

Article Views: 1486 Release #: 090717-1

A snowball's chance

by Bob Fehringer, U.S. Transportation Command

Members of U.S. Transportation Command's Acquisition Directorate start the snowball rolling to send care packages to troops in Afghanistan.

Published: Tuesday, June 30, 2009

Article Views: 1314 Release #: 090630-1

British forces focus on JLOTS future

by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher Hall, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

British soldiers observe JLOTS to see how they can move the capability forward to support international relief efforts.

Published: Friday, June 19, 2009

Article Views: 1421 Release #: 090619-01

Second Fleet commander visits JLOTS 2009

by Petty Officer 2nd Class Katrina Parker, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet, experienced firsthand Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore operations at Camp Lejeune to learn about the multi-service cargo distribution.

Published: Friday, June 19, 2009

Article Views: 1370 Release #: 090619-2

Sailors test the water with INLS at JLOTS exercise

by Petty Officer 2nd Class Katrina Parker, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Amphibious Construction Battalion Two uses the new Improved Navy Lighterage System during the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore exercise at Camp Lejeune.

Published: Friday, June 19, 2009

Article Views: 1396 Release #: 090619-3

Navy lends Army a helping hand

by Petty Officer 2nd Class John Stratton, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Joint service interoperatibilty and camaraderie ensure success of Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore exercise.

Published: Friday, June 19, 2009

Article Views: 1481 Release #: 090619-4

Sailors excel during Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore

by Petty Officer 2nd Class Katrina Parker, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Several Navy commands play a vital part in this exercise by providing sea and shore support to Army counterparts during Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore 2009 at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Published: Thursday, June 18, 2009

Article Views: 1332 Release #: 090618-1

Joint Logistics-Over-the-Shore exercise enhances joint capabilities

by Petty Officer 3rd Class Katrina Parker, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

JLOTS, a critical military capability that allows equipment and sustainment supplies to reach specific areas without the benefit of a fixed port facility, is now under way at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Published: Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Article Views: 2535 Release #: 090617-1

General McNabb visits JLOTS

by Petty Officer 3rd Class Katrina Parker, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Commander, U.S. Tranportation Command, Air Force Gen. Duncan J. McNabb, visits Camp Lejeune to view Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore operations at Camp Lejeune, N.C.

Published: Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Article Views: 1346 Release #: 090617-2

USNS Seay supports Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore

by Petty Officer 2nd Class John Stratton, Navy Public Affairs Support Element - East

Military Sealift Command supports the Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore exercise with the giant USNS Seay, a large, medium speed, roll-on/roll-off ship, operated by a crew of civilian mariners.

Published: Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Article Views: 1412 Release #: 090617-3

USTRANSCOM meets challenge of Afghanistan deployments

By Bob Fehringer, USTRANSCOM Public Affairs

The landscape of Afghanistan presents special challenges for the deployment and the resupply of American forces.

Published: Tuesday, June 09, 2009

Article Views: 1446 Release #: 090609-1

Hurricane exercise prepares Scott for upcoming season

By Airman 1st Class Amber Kelly-Herard, 375th Airlift Wing Public Affairs

The impact of hurricanes slamming the Atlantic or Gulf coasts are immediately felt at Scott Air Force Base. To prepare for the upcoming hurricane season, which begins June 1, U.S. Transportation Command led a hurricane response exercise here this week.

Published: Friday, May 29, 2009

Article Views: 1428 Release #: 090529-1

Scott Air Force Base assists in Pakistan relief efforts

By U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

morning, two C-17 aircraft flew into Chaklala Air Base, Pakistan, as part of the U.S. Department of Defense support for the Government of Pakistan in helping almost 2 million internally displaced persons.

Published: Wednesday, May 20, 2009

Article Views: 1415 Release #: 090520-1

General McNabb presents Defense award to Anheuser-Busch

The commander of U.S. Transportation Command presents Anheuser-Busch with the Secretary of Defense Outstanding Public Service Award.

Published: Monday, May 18, 2009

Article Views: 1413 Release #: 090518

USTRANSCOM, AMC support South American humanitarian exercise

Compiled from U.S. Southern Command and staff reports

Juggling competing priorities for precious strategic airlift, U.S. Transportation Command came through for U.S. Southern Command, delivering helos and medical kits

Published: Thursday, April 23, 2009

Article Views: 1441 Release #: 090423-01

Senior Leader Changes at USTRANSCOM

Scott Ross, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Changes were announced recently in senior leadership positions at U.S. Transportation Command, including deputy commander, director of operations and plans, director for strategy, policy, programs and logistics (TCJ5/4)

Published: Friday, April 17, 2009

Article Views: 1483 Release #: 090417-1

DOD's 'logistics champions' gather at USTRANSCOM

By Lt. Col. Cliff Mirabella, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

National Guard Adjutants General and representatives of the Chiefs of the Reserve Components of the Armed Forces met recently at headquarters U.S. Transportation Command to synchronize their strategic alignment with the command.

Published: Tuesday, April 07, 2009

Article Views: 1323 Release #: 090407-01

DTCI - One year after initial 'go-live' activity

On the first anniversary of DTCI operations, Gen. Duncan J. McNabb and Col. Ronald L. Jackson Jr discuss the program.

Published: Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Article Views: 1506 Release #: 090331-01

Ceremony commemorates 10,000th MRAP surface shipment to USCENTCOM

By Army Master Sgt. Kevin Young, 841st Transportation Battalion, and Dani Pacheco, Naval Weapons Station Charleston

Military and civilian dignitaries gathered in Charleston, S.C., for a ceremony to commemorate the 10,000th surface shipment of Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles to U.S. Central Command.

Published: Thursday, March 26, 2009

Article Views: 1366 Release #: 090326-01

Mullen: Transportation support is the lifeblood of global operations

By Mike W. Petersen, Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command

Through times of war and change, transportation and logistics support are critical, said the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff at a town hall meeting at Scott Air Force Base, Ill.

Published: Thursday, February 19, 2009

Article Views: 1397 Release #: 090219-1

The DPO's Corporate Services Vision: Learning from e-commerce leaders

By Scott D. Ross, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The Internet is arguably the most far-reaching innovation that the global population has experienced in recent generations.

Published: Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Article Views: 1437 Release #: 090218-1

USTRANSCOM Port Management Automation project achieves initial capability

By Christopher Faith and Raymond Leadbetter

U.S. Transportation Command celebrated a milestone as the two key automated information systems coverged and reached initial capability.

Published: Friday, January 16, 2009

Article Views: 1417 Release #: 090116-1

USTRANSCOM commander shares intent as DOD's Distribution Process Owner

Gen. Duncan J. McNabb, commander of U.S. Transportation Command, has shared his intent as the Department of Defense's Distribution Process Owner in a recent memorandum.

Published: Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Article Views: 1404 Release #: 090113-1

2009 News Archive (38)

New commander, new challenges for historic reserve command

USTRANSCOM conducts staff ride to Vicksburg

USTRANSCOM coach leads Air Force rugby team to sixth inter-service championship

USTRANSCOM Navy Reservists continue 'mustang' history

Hawkins assumes duties as USTRANSCOM SEL

Flexibility: The key to airpower...and Space-A

Military Child Education Coalition trains Scott AFB families

Improved protection for your household goods

Deployed to CDDOC: USTRANSCOM Navy reservist helps shape theater logistics

USTRANSCOM staff members join USNS Comfort as she completes 'Continuing Promise'

Ships, planes deliver Stryker brigade to Afghanistan

USTRANSCOM servicemembers visit Rams training camp

Exercise tests joint cargo operations

Vice Chairman visits USTRANSCOM

'Highly qualified expert' joins USTRANSCOM staff

Rota and Misawa to return as Patriot Express stops

A snowball's chance

British forces focus on JLOTS future

Second Fleet commander visits JLOTS 2009

Sailors test the water with INLS at JLOTS exercise

Navy lends Army a helping hand

Sailors excel during Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore

Joint Logistics-Over-the-Shore exercise enhances joint capabilities

General McNabb visits JLOTS

USNS Seay supports Joint Logistics Over-the-Shore

USTRANSCOM meets challenge of Afghanistan deployments

Hurricane exercise prepares Scott for upcoming season

Scott Air Force Base assists in Pakistan relief efforts

General McNabb presents Defense award to Anheuser-Busch

USTRANSCOM, AMC support South American humanitarian exercise

Senior Leader Changes at USTRANSCOM

DOD's 'logistics champions' gather at USTRANSCOM

DTCI - One year after initial 'go-live' activity

Ceremony commemorates 10,000th MRAP surface shipment to USCENTCOM

Mullen: Transportation support is the lifeblood of global operations

The DPO's Corporate Services Vision: Learning from e-commerce leaders

USTRANSCOM Port Management Automation project achieves initial capability

USTRANSCOM commander shares intent as DOD's Distribution Process Owner

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