March 11, 2021 52nd FW safety office conducts BASH demonstration for 726th AMS Jens Fleer, 52nd Fighter Wing base falconer, holds his hawk during a demonstration at the 726th Air Mobility Squadron on Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany, March 5, 2021. Despite their title, falconers train many types of birds of prey multiple times per week. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Alex
March 10, 2021 Tornado season and how to prepare Tornadoes are a serious concern in Texas. As such, you should understand the dangers they pose and the actions that can be taken to help stay safe.The terms watch and warning are used when describing severe weather. If there is a tornado watch, it means the conditions are favorable for a tornado. On
March 9, 2021 86th MXS, 86th AMXS repair broken wings The 86th MXS and the 86th AMXS joined forces to overhaul a C-130J Super Hercules aircraft after a mishap last year kept it out of service.
March 4, 2021 668th ALIS Airmen support JBSA after winter storms Airmen of the 668th Alteration and Installation Squadron, also known as the “Roadrunners,” collaborated with JBSA-Lackland’s 502nd Civil Engineering Squadron to help ensure the safety of base tenants during the worst winter storms in Texas history. Winter storm Uri blasted its way through Texas,
March 2, 2021 Enjoy the ride while feeling safe; SJ promotes safe motorcycle riding It’s important for all motorcyclists, whether new or experienced, to know and practice safe driving techniques. The 4th Fighter Wing safety office paired with members of Team Seymour to help inform and teach riders about motorcycle safety by becoming certified trainers in order to teach the Basic
Feb. 26, 2021 Seatbelts Save Lives Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death to drivers and passengers in the United States. Proper seat belt use is one of the most effective ways to save lives and reduce injuries in crashes. (U.S. Air Force graphic by Jessie Perkins)
Feb. 24, 2021 Whiteman AFB Tornado Preparedness The state of Missouri is known to be one of the U.S. states that is at greater risk of tornadoes. According to Storm Aware Missouri, peak tornado season is March thru May.There are two terms that need to be understood in order to successfully prepare for this natural disaster—a tornado watch and a
Feb. 24, 2021 Protecting Team Seymour from hazards, mishaps Seymour Johnson Air Force Base depends on the well-being of its civilian personnel, Airmen and their families, and there’s one shop that helps ensure their safety every day; the 4th Fighter Wing Safety Office.With a shop of 13 people, these safety specialists work hard to eliminate potential mishaps
Feb. 18, 2021 BASH keeps Osan's flightline safe Kolton Rottinghaus, 51st Fighter Wing Safety Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard manager, fires a shotgun on the flightline at Osan Air Base, Jan. 14, 2021. The BASH program is in place to reduce catastrophic bird strikes. A bird strike can damage an engine, dent a windshield, or even break other
Feb. 16, 2021 Safety measures added along Wattendorf Memorial Highway In an effort to improve safety for motorists traveling on Wattendorf Memorial Highway, guardrails are being installed in the vicinity of steep shoulders and bridges.The initial project involves 12 sites where guardrails are to be installed from the intersection with Interstate 24 to Arnold Air Force