Oct. 24, 2023 Blinding Lights in the Sky Shining a laser at an aircraft may seem like a harmless act, but in reality, it poses significant dangers to both those on the aircraft and the surrounding community. Laser strikes on aircraft, often referred to as "lasing," have become a growing concern for aviation safety in recent years. This
Oct. 23, 2023 Boost Halloween safety: Join Hill AFB’s Pumpkin Patrol In an effort to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable Halloween experience at Hill AFB, the 75th Security Forces Squadron’s “Pumpkin Patrol” will provide a watchful eye during the designated trick-or-treating hours of 4:30-9 p.m. on Oct. 31.
Oct. 23, 2023 Air Force Global Strike Command reports initial PCB clean-up results Initial efforts to clean polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) from launch facilities at Malmstrom AFB are ongoing but seeing success, Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) announced today.
Oct. 23, 2023 Hawaii Airmen enhance warfighting capabilities through technology ROYAL AIR FORCE BASE TINDAL, Australia -- As part of the largest Talisman Sabre 23 (TS23) exercise to date, held in July and August, Total Force Airmen took part in an experimental Wearables Pilot Program, providing warfighters with a means to increase their battlefield effectiveness through
Oct. 20, 2023 Fire Prevention Week 2023 U.S. Airmen, JASDF and Misawa City Fire Department partnered up during Fire Prevention week at Misawa Air Base, Japan, Oct. 8-12, 2023. The annual Fire Prevention Week provided the community with the opportunity to see a fire station and interact with firefighters and their equipment, learning the
Oct. 19, 2023 Personal Transportation Device safety Over the past two years Personal Transportation Devices have become extremely popular at Hill AFB. Some examples of PTDs are electric scooters and bikes and skateboards.Electric scooters and bikes can be rented on the installation and many of our Airmen are operating their own PTDs traveling to and
Oct. 19, 2023 Department of the Air Force sweeps DoD SOHMS Achievement Awards On Sept. 18, 2023, at the Voluntary Protection Programs Participants Association Safety+ Conference, the 8th Annual Department of Defense Safety and Occupational Health Management System (SOHMS) Awards, presented the 97th Maintenance Group at Altus Air Force Base, as the winner of the organization
Oct. 18, 2023 Motorcycle Deaths are on the Rise, but why? Calling all Airmen, Guardians, supervisors, and family members to call a “knock it off” for motorcycle riders. This is not to keep them from riding, but to urge them to wear their riding gear every time they ride, keep to the speed limit, and avoid drinking and riding.
Oct. 16, 2023 Fire Prevention Week: Cooking Safety Starts with You The Aviano Fire Department hosted various events throughout fire prevention week to increase awareness about fire safety.
Oct. 13, 2023 Eye Safety During an Annular Eclipse The Sun is never completely blocked by the Moon during an annular solar eclipse. Therefore, during an annular eclipse, it is never safe to look directly at the Sun without specialized eye protection designed for solar viewing.