Dec. 18, 2019 704th Test Group aircrew receives AFMC Chief of Safety’s Aircrew of Distinction Award 2019 An unexpected fire in any enclosed space is dangerous; a fire inside an airplane four miles in the sky with no way out can be deadly.
Dec. 16, 2019 AFMC announces the winners of the 2019 Safety Awards WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio. – Air Force Materiel Command is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 Annual Safety Awards:Flight Safety Achievement Award: 645th Aeronautical Systems Group, Flight Operations, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OhioPatricia Terrill Memorial System
Dec. 13, 2019 Safety program IDs 159 vehicles with recalls during review The 82nd Training Wing Safety Office hosted a team from the National Safety Council’s “Check To Protect” Campaign in November, a first in the Air Force. Of the 700 vehicles scanned, 159 total safety recalls were discovered.
Dec. 13, 2019 Safety is key in making this holiday one to remember The holiday season can be one filled with family gatherings, parties and gift-giving. Amid all the hustle and bustle it is easy to forget the safety practices that can be the difference between creating a holiday season that rejuvenates and renews or one that creates long-term problems.
Dec. 10, 2019 FOD free or go home For most, general safety procedures are common place and incorporated amidst the daily work routine. However, there’s one position that makes safety not only the routine, but the priority.
Dec. 10, 2019 Schriever Airmen shown tips, techniques for holiday travel and spending The holidays can be a tough time of the year for Airmen; don’t add the burden of finances to that struggle. As Airmen prepare to travel, stuff stockings and vehicles with gifts, it’s important they do so with caution of their funds.
Dec. 10, 2019 C-130 simulator improves training for KY Air Guardsmen The 123rd Airlift Wing now has a C-130 Hercules aircraft simulator at the Kentucky Air National Guard Base here.Known as the Multi-Mission Crew Trainer, the sophisticated equipment helps Airmen prepare for in-flight emergencies by offering realistic but risk-free training opportunities.The trainer
Dec. 6, 2019 ‘Tis the season to think before you drink! ‘Tis the season to be merry, but it’s also one of the most dangerous times of the year for alcohol-related incidents.
Dec. 4, 2019 Aircrew safety top priority for AFE shop The 100th Operations Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment shop operates behind the scenes to support the aerial refueling mission. Responsible for repairing and maintaining the flight equipment pilots and boom operators need such as survival resources, oxygen masks, radios, and chemical
Dec. 3, 2019 Safety: all in a day’s work What do aircraft maintainers, dining facility staff, security forces, civil engineers and all other military personnel have in common? If you guessed that their contribution toward mission success depends on the safety measures they apply to their jobs, give yourself 10 points.