Travis Air Force Base
Travis Air Force Base by Diana Stuart Newlin, published by Arcadia Publishing Library Editions on November 19, 2004, offers a detailed exploration of the history and development of this significant military installation. Spanning 130 pages, the book delves into the establishment of the Fairfield-Suisun Army Air Base during World War II, highlighting its transformation into Travis Air Force Base. The narrative captures the challenges faced by pilots training at the base, set against the backdrop of the urgent need for an air gateway to the Pacific.
Readers will find a comprehensive account of the base’s expansion over the decades, which ultimately led to its current status as the largest base under the U.S. Air Force Mobility Command. The book addresses various subjects, including military history, aviation, and technology, providing insights into the operational significance of Travis Air Force Base within the broader context of U.S. military efforts. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in military science and the historical development of aviation in the United States.
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Soon after the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, the Fairfield-Suisun Army Air Base, later to become Travis, was born on the windswept plains of Solano County. To meet the urgent need for an air gateway to the Pacific, the base soon had two runways on a 945-acre site between the twin farming communities. The gusty winds challenged the gutsy young pilots who trained here, many of whom saw the Golden Gate–their last view of the mainland–as they flew out to do battle. Expanding through the next two decades until it encompassed over 6,000 acres, Travis is now the largest base under the U.S. Air Force Mobility Command.
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