First Knight Published Aug. 26, 2008 PETERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Colo. -- Staff Sgt. Travis Richardson was selected for this week's First Knight award. This award is designed to recognize outstanding Airmen each week for the work they do every day. Name: Staff Sgt. Travis W. Richardson Unit: 721st Communications Squadron Duty Title: Communications Project Manager Time in service: 8 years Hometown: Safford, Ariz. Hobbies: Hiking, mountain biking and spending time with family Favorite music: Modern and classic rock Last good movie: "Batman - The Dark Knight" What's your favorite thing about being in the Air Force? "I originally joined the Air Force to serve my country, but I've also enjoyed the opportunity to travel. My family is very important to me, and we've seen a lot of the United States together while in the Air Force. I'm looking forward to eventually going overseas and creating new memories with my family." Why selected: "Staff Sgt. Richardson is a well-rounded non-commissioned officer who takes on some of our most challenging tasks. He is an exceptional project manager who manages some of Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station's toughest projects. He oversees a $5 million North American Aerospace Defense Command-U.S. Northern Command project that will bolster the Mission Qualification Training and Initial Qualification Training missions at Cheyenne Mountain. Staff Sgt. Richardson is also instrumental in the ongoing high-visibility integration of NORAD-NORTHCOM contingency command and control capabilities at Cheyenne Mountain. This multi-million dollar project will enhance NORAD-NORTHCOM's readiness posture." - Tech. Sgt. Melinda Bares, 721st Communications Squadron, non-commissioned officer in charge of plans and programs