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2020 News Archive (52)

U.S. Soldiers and civilians assigned to the 839th Transportation Battalion, 598th Transportation Brigade, Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, U.S. Transportation Command, work with the Tunisian Armed Forces and civilian officials to offload a generator trailer during port operations in preparation for exercise African Lion 2025 (AL25) in Gabes, Tunisia, April 8, 2025. (U.S. Army photo by Maj. Joe Legros)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Joseph Wiginton, 8th Airlift Squadron director of staff, left, and Lt. Col. Jonathan Fariss, 62d Operations Group chief of standards and evaluations, prepare to conduct aerial refueling with an Omega Air Refueling Service KDC-10B above California, April 10, 2025. This aerial refueling event marked the first time an Air Mobility Command C-17 has refueled with a commercial KDC-10B. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Megan Geiger)

U.S. Air Force Airmen with the 62d Aerial Port Squadron, 446th APS and 709th Airlift Squadron from Dover Air Force Base, Delaware, prepare to load a fire truck onto a C-5M Super Galaxy at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, April 8, 2025. The donated fire truck arrived at JBLM and was processed through the 627th Logistics Readiness Squadron and 62d APS to be delivered to Guatemala in support of U.S. Transportation Command’s Denton Humanitarian Assistance Program.

U.S. Air Force loadmasters assigned to the 6th Airlift Squadron offload a U.S. Army AH-64 Apache helicopter from a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft at an undisclosed location. The mission was part of a broader effort supporting combatant command requirements around the globe, reflecting the 6th AS’s ability to rapidly deliver combat ready assets. These operations reinforce the squadron’s vital role in providing maneuver and sustainment for the Joint Force. (U.S. Air Force courtesy photo)

USTRANSCOM Delivers in 2020

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“There is nothing that the world can do to bring this great command to a halt, because it is so essential to everything the Department of Defense does,” said U.S. Army Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, commander, USTRANSCOM.

Published: Thursday, December 31, 2020

Article Views: 4858 Release #: 20201231-1

Maintaining Warfighting Readiness amidst the COVID-19 pandemic

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The DOD’s top priority continues to be protecting its people (military members, dependents, civilians, and contractors), followed by ensuring the safeguarding of the nation’s mission capabilities, and assisting the whole-of-government approach to protect the American people.

Published: Tuesday, December 22, 2020

Article Views: 3483 Release #: 20201222-1

Like father, like son: Marine officer receives temporary orders to father’s workplace at USTRANSCOM

Michelle Gigante, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Rich Preston recalls the time his son visited Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, as a young Boy Scout to tour his place of work in the Global Operations Center (GOC) at U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM).

Published: Thursday, December 17, 2020

Article Views: 2478 Release #: 20201217-1

American maritime community recognized by USTRANSCOM commander

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

American maritime community recognized by USTRANSCOM commander

Published: Wednesday, December 09, 2020

Article Views: 2049 Release #: 20201209-1

U.S. Transportation Command’s Patient Movement Requirements Center-East administered hundreds of compassionate care COVID-19 aeromedical evacuations across three continents

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

As the AE center for U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Central Command, and U.S. European Command, the TPMRC-E administers more than 97 percent of all COVID-19 patient movements for the Department of Defense (DOD).

Published: Monday, December 07, 2020

Article Views: 9334 Release #: 20201207-1

Airman’s volunteer efforts represent ‘Service Before Self,’ nets governor recognition

Michelle Gigante, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

An Airman with the Department of Defense (DOD) Defense Courier Division (DCD) at Fort Meade, Maryland, a unit aligned under the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, is being recognized by the Maryland governor’s office for his efforts lending a helping hand to his local community.

Published: Tuesday, November 24, 2020

Article Views: 2043 Release #: 20201124-1

Combatant Commander highlights importance of Mariner partnerships to the prosperity and security of the Nation

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Combatant Commander highlights importance of Mariner partnerships to the prosperity and security of the Nation

Published: Thursday, November 19, 2020

Article Views: 2431 Release #: 20201119-1

Senior Enlisted Leader observes COVID-19 testing for Patriot Express passengers

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The senior enlisted leader of the U.S. Transportation Command visited Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport to see the newest testing the Defense Department is conducting to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 from personnel traveling from the United States to overseas duty stations and on deployments.

Published: Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Article Views: 2136 Release #: 20201117-1

USTRANSCOM recruiter, Navy veteran, volunteers to help other veterans find careers

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

For more than 20 years, Lewis Collins, a Navy veteran and U.S. Transportation Command’s only recruiter, has been helping veterans find careers.

Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2020

Article Views: 1982 Release #: 20201110-1

USTRANSCOM Commander thanks 711th Human Performance Wing efforts to safely transport infectious patients around the world

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The head of U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) made a personal visit, October 30 to the U.S. Air Force unit responsible for transporting infectious patients safely during a pandemic in order to recognize the role its team effort has in protecting service members throughout the globe.

Published: Friday, November 06, 2020

Article Views: 2638 Release #: 20201106-1

USTRANSCOM Commander thanks Air Mobility forces for successfully executing their global missions in the midst of a pandemic

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“And if I get to do nothing else today please allow me to express my gratitude for all that the Mobility Air Force does for our joint force,” said Lyons. “I am your No. 1 fan, I guarantee it. I appreciate all you do.”

Published: Thursday, November 05, 2020

Article Views: 2845 Release #: 20201105-1

Patriot Express travel at BWI, SEATAC to require on-site, rapid COVID-19 testing

Air Mobility Command Public Affairs

“By implementing rapid, on-site testing for Patriot Express passengers at our BWI and SEATAC terminals, Air Mobility Command is establishing a common baseline across the services to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Brig. Gen. Norman West, Air Mobility Command Surgeon General.

Published: Friday, October 30, 2020

Article Views: 2878 Release #: 20201030-1

U.S. Transportation Command considers next steps for potential space logistics

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“Think about moving 80 short tons, the equivalent of a C-17 payload, anywhere on the globe in less than an hour,” U.S. Army Gen. Stephen R. Lyons, commander, USTRANSCOM, said during his virtual remarks at the Airlift/Tanker Association’s (A/TA) Conference on Oct. 28.

Published: Wednesday, October 28, 2020

Article Views: 3069 Release #: 20201028-1

USTRANSCOM releases results from study testing risk of COVID exposure on contracted aircraft

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The test, conducted in late August, was performed by the Zeteo Tech, S3i, the University of Nebraska’s National Strategic Research Institute and Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency on aircraft types frequently contracted by USTRANSCOM, the Boeing 767-300 and 777-200.

Published: Thursday, October 15, 2020

Article Views: 28140 Release #: 20201015-1

Uncommon patient movement from Pacific island executed by U.S. Transportation Command exemplified sacrifice, selflessness, and dedication to duty

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Even with the designated aircraft selected, Garlick and his TPMRC colleagues still had to find a Critical Care Air Transport Team (CCATT) to support the patient during the more than five-hour flight, but to no avail.

Published: Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Article Views: 2989 Release #: 20201014-1

First Virtual NDTA-USTRANSCOM Fall Meeting emphasizes logistics’ innovation, resiliency, and leadership in the COVID era and beyond

By Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“Innovative and Disruptive…20/20 Vision for the Future” served as the theme for the eighth annual, first-ever virtual National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA)-U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Fall Meeting, Oct. 5-8, 2020.

Published: Friday, October 09, 2020

Article Views: 2092 Release #: 20201009-1

USTRANSCOM commander notes collaboration with industry, future power projection during fall meeting

By Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The commander of U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) told the virtual audience that the United States’ strategic advantage is the ability to project and sustain combat power on a global scale anywhere and anytime of choosing, during the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) Fall Meeting.

Published: Friday, October 09, 2020

Article Views: 2114 Release #: 20201009-1

Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment discusses resiliency, future concepts during NDTA 2020

By Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The Honorable W. Jordan Gillis, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, spoke about resiliency and future concepts in logistics during the virtual National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) Fall Meeting, Oct 6, 2020.

Published: Friday, October 09, 2020

Article Views: 2080 Release #: 20201009-1

USTRANSCOM Announces the Next Frontier for Logistics – Space

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“I had no sense for how fast SpaceX was moving, but I've received their update and I can tell you they are moving very rapidly in this area,” Lyons said.

Published: Wednesday, October 07, 2020

Article Views: 7249 Release #: 20201007-1

Military, government, and industry leaders to speak at the National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Fall Meeting 2020

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

During the eighth annual, first-ever virtual, National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Fall Meeting, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, the Honorable W. Jordan Gillis, is the conference’s initial keynoter Oct. 6.

Published: Thursday, October 01, 2020

Article Views: 1977 Release #: 20201001-1

USTRANSCOM supports rapid deployment exercise to deploy forces anywhere in the world

Michelle Gigante, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Vice Adm. Dee Mewbourne, deputy commander, USTRANSCOM, and other distinguished guests traveled to the Port of Port Arthur, Texas, Sept. 26 to support an annual exercise, Joint Readiness Exercise (JRE) 20.

Published: Wednesday, September 30, 2020

Article Views: 3939 Release #: 20200930-1

Roundtables slated for the National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Virtual Fall Meeting 2020 to discuss innovations, adaptations, and space logistical operations

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“Innovation is a crucial element in ensuring we maintain a competitive advantage over our adversaries,” said France. “Our panel will discuss creating cultures of innovation within our organizations, eliminating barriers to innovation, and giving advice to warfighters who are leading innovation efforts.”

Published: Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Article Views: 2073 Release #: 20200923-1

USTRANSCOM conducts test to reduce risk of COVID exposure on aircraft

Stephenie Wade, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

USTRANSCOM conducts test to reduce risk of COVID exposure on aircraft

Published: Tuesday, September 01, 2020

Article Views: 3220 Release #: 20200901-1

Variety of interactive classes to be offered at National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Virtual Fall Meeting 2020

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

And to learn more about the NDTA-USTRANSCOM Virtual Fall Meeting 2020, visit https://www.ndtahq.com/events/fall-meeting/.

Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Article Views: 2426 Release #: 20200819-1

Retiring U.S. Transportation Command director focused on personnel professionalism and development, during a more than 30-year military career

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

A native of St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, Joseph grew up in a military household.

Published: Wednesday, August 19, 2020

Article Views: 2610 Release #: 20200819-1

U.S. Transportation Command conducts unique aeromedical evacuation of Veterans Affairs patients in Texas

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

After notifying his chain of command on July 12 of the DOD-approved, VA patients’ movement, USTRANSCOM conducts aeromedical evacuation of VA patients in Texas.

Published: Friday, August 14, 2020

Article Views: 2332 Release #: 20200814-1

U.S. Transportation Command’s Director of Intelligence retiring after a quarter century of military service

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

During his quarter century of naval service, Stephenson completed four deployments in the Central, Southern, and Pacific Commands’ areas of responsibility, and spent a total of more than six years living overseas in Japan and Bahrain.

Published: Wednesday, August 12, 2020

Article Views: 3542 Release #: 20200812-1

Upcoming National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Fall Meeting offers a comprehensive virtual agenda

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Scheduled keynote speakers also presenting virtually consist of U.S. Army Gen. Stephen Lyons, commander, USTRANSCOM; the Honorable Jordan Gillis, Assistant Secretary of Defense for Sustainment, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia; Bob Chapman, chairman and chief executive officer, Barry-Wehmiller Companies, St. Louis, MO.

Published: Friday, July 31, 2020

Article Views: 2034 Release #: 20200731-1

Eighth Annual National Defense Transportation Association-U.S. Transportation Command Fall Meeting to be Conducted Virtually October 5-8

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The event theme is “Innovative and Disruptive…20/20 Vision for the Future.”

Published: Thursday, July 16, 2020

Article Views: 1897 Release #: 20200716-1

Exiting USTRANSCOM Foreign Policy Advisor strengthened diplomatic support to the organization, America’s defense

Michael Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Exiting USTRANSCOM Foreign Policy Advisor strengthened diplomatic support to the organization, America’s defense

Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2020

Article Views: 2725 Release #: 20200701-1

USTRANSCOM re-awards Global Household Goods Contract

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

USTRANSCOM re-awards Global Household Goods Contract

Published: Wednesday, July 01, 2020

Article Views: 2541 Release #: 20200701-2

Retiring U.S. Transportation Command Staff Judge Advocate provided more than 25 years of legal expertise to the Army and Joint Force

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Lear, who joined the Army 30 years ago as an armor officer prior to earning his Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from the University of Nebraska College of Law, retires from active-duty service in October, but will depart USTRANSCOM next month.

Published: Monday, June 22, 2020

Article Views: 3055 Release #: 20200622-1

Departing U.S. Transportation Command director advanced solutions to cyberspace challenges

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Next month, Lyman departs USTRANSCOM for the Pentagon, Arlington, Virginia, to become the Air Force’s Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Cyber Effects Operations, AF A2/A6. His impact, however, will resonate in TCJ6 and the command well into the future.

Published: Monday, June 15, 2020

Article Views: 3923 Release #: 20200615-1

U.S. Transportation Command assisted Americans stranded abroad – due to heightened COVID-19 travel restrictions – return stateside

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Supporting the Department of State’s efforts to bring American citizens home as the pandemic spread across the globe, the USTRANSCOM unit, which stood down in mid-May, contracted 14 separate commercial charter airlift missions, transporting many thousands back to the U.S. from five different African and Asian nations.

Published: Thursday, May 28, 2020

Article Views: 2032 Release #: 20200528-1

USTRANSCOM takes action to protect military families moving during COVID-19

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Secretary of Defense Mark Esper directed implementation of these measures.

Published: Wednesday, May 06, 2020

Article Views: 2438 Release #: 20200506-1

U.S. Transportation Command’s Facilities Maintenance & Safety office employing enhanced COVID-19 cleaning measures to protect personnel and prevent infection

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

But the extensive battlefield White and his five-member team engage in combatting COVID-19 involves eight separate facilities, including the headquarters for both UTRANSCOM and one of its three components, the U.S. Army Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command.

Published: Friday, May 01, 2020

Article Views: 2437 Release #: 20200501-1

USTRANSCOM Awards Global Household Goods Contract

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Once implemented, customers can expect improved communication throughout the moving process; professional movers delivering improved service standards ‘at the curb;’ clear accountability when things go wrong; and streamlined claims processes in the event of loss, damage, or inconvenience.

Published: Thursday, April 30, 2020

Article Views: 3211 Release #: 20200430-1

USTRANSCOM Guidance to the Joint Force Regarding use of Face Coverings in USTRANSCOM and AMC Passenger Terminals and Aircraft

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

USTRANSCOM Guidance to the Joint Force Regarding use of Face Coverings in USTRANSCOM and AMC Passenger Terminals and Aircraft

Published: Thursday, April 16, 2020

Article Views: 2036 Release #: 20200416-1

USTRANSCOM supports State Department in bringing stranded Americans home

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

U.S. Transportation Command was directed today by the Secretary of Defense to assist the Department of State Repatriation Task Force in the contracting of aircraft to return Americans and lawful permanent residents stranded abroad due to travel restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Published: Friday, March 27, 2020

Article Views: 2303 Release #: 20200327-1

USTRANSCOM cancels ULTIMATE GUARDIAN 20 Exercise

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Due to COVID-19, USTRANSCOM has cancelled ULTIMATE GUARDIAN 20, its Tier 1, cyber-centric exercise, scheduled to occur May 11-15, 2020.

Published: Thursday, March 26, 2020

Article Views: 1978 Release #: 20200326-1

U.S. Transportation Command cancels Global Patient Movement Joint Advisory Board video teleconference

Michael P. Kleiman,U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Due to increased COVID-19 requirements, U.S. Transportation Command has cancelled the annual Global Patient Movement Joint Advisory Board, which was to be conducted via video teleconference, March 31 to April 3, 2020.

Published: Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Article Views: 2196 Release #: 20200325-1

Service-specific Guidance on Exceptions to Household Goods Pause Released

Andre Kok, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The advisory provides the most current USTRANSCOM guidance on several aspects of implementing DOD’s stop movement orders dated March 11 and March 13, 2020, as well as service specific guidance on requesting exceptions to policy.

Published: Thursday, March 19, 2020

Article Views: 3179 Release #: 20200319-1

U.S. Transportation Command to host annual Global Patient Movement Joint Advisory Board via video teleconferencing

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Representatives from the Joint Staff, six geographic combatant commands, the services, Defense Heath Agency, FEMA, HHS, VA, are scheduled to participate in this year’s GPMJAB. USTRANSCOM Commander U.S. Army General Stephen Lyons will provide opening and closing remarks.

Published: Thursday, March 19, 2020

Article Views: 3246 Release #: 20200319-2

Most Defense Personal Property Pick-ups and Pack-outs Paused; Deliveries Continue

Andre Kok, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Visit move.mil to read the latest guidance for Defense Personal Property Program customers.

Published: Tuesday, March 17, 2020

Article Views: 5734 Release #: 20200317-1

USTRANSCOM identifies goals for upcoming ULTIMATE GUARDIAN 20 exercise

U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Goals identified for USTRANSCOM ULTIMATE GUARDIAN 20 exercise

Published: Tuesday, March 10, 2020

Article Views: 3825 Release #: 20200310-1

U.S. Transportation Command’s Mission Assurance Division assesses, identifies, and mitigates risks to the organization, as well as to its operations and personnel

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Comprised of more than 60 military members, federal civil servants, and contractors, MA synchronizes all risk management programs and activities across all domains with support from the USTRANSCOM directorates.

Published: Monday, March 02, 2020

Article Views: 3490 Release #: 20200302-1

More African American/Black History Month Military Milestones

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

This week, we profile four more African American men and women who demonstrated sacrifice, selflessness, and service, while wearing the uniform.

Published: Thursday, February 20, 2020

Article Views: 2108 Release #: 20200220-1

U.S. Transportation Command historian has engineered an almost two-decade civil service career documenting operations, strategy, and training that’s made history

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Deferring his history profession aspirations to serve our nation, Mason put his college degree to use, working as an air combat simulation engineer at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, for four years.

Published: Thursday, February 13, 2020

Article Views: 2274 Release #: 20200213-1

Former U.S. Transportation Command senior enlisted leader emphasized integrity, others first, and teamwork during a more than three-decade Army career

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

“I’ve always wanted to encourage people to be the best they could be. Ultimately, everybody is somebody, and everybody brings something to the table. They add value,” Hawkins said. “It’s about being the best version of you that you think you want to be, and achieving your intended potential.”

Published: Tuesday, February 04, 2020

Article Views: 2273 Release #: 20200204-1

Investing in personnel development and growth drives the U.S. Transportation Command’s Human Capital Development Branch

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

The Human Capital Development Branch, executes the organization’s investment in its people by providing numerous education and personal-growth opportunities annually.

Published: Monday, January 27, 2020

Article Views: 3362 Release #: 20200127-1

U.S. Transportation Command’s Protocol office ensures the right first and lasting impression for organizational visitors and event participants

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

While serving as the face of USTRANSCOM last year, Protocol organized and implemented 515 events, more than double from 2018. And so far in the first few weeks of 2020, they’ve coordinated, prepared, and supported almost 100 command engagements.

Published: Wednesday, January 22, 2020

Article Views: 2532 Release #: 20200122-1

U.S. Transportation Command manages the movement of America’s wounded warfighters from overseas to the final medical treatment destination stateside

Michael P. Kleiman, U.S. Transportation Command Public Affairs

Note: This press release is the final installment of a four-part monthly series on global patient movement.

Published: Wednesday, January 08, 2020

Article Views: 2814 Release #: 20200108-1

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