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Dec
2016
It was June at Self Army Airfield at Fort Polk, Louisiana, and I was almost through my second Joint Readiness Training Center rotation of the summer. I was a new pilot in command and, despite being at JRTC in June, enjoying the flight time.
Unknown to leaders, Soldiers often report to their new unit with a DA 348 that states they are licensed according to the Army standard. However, the reality was quite different.
It was just another routine training flight in the local Fort Bragg flying area. We were conducting a night team flight supporting the local Air Force combat controllers in what is known as the Northern Training Area.
Many of us will hit the road this holiday season to spend time with family and friends. While you’re planning for the good times, don’t forget to plan for a safe road trip too.
How many times has a supervisor sent a young private into a confined space without first assessing the hazards? The aviation community has always been aware of the dangers of confined spaces when it comes to aviation fuel cells.
Winter weather can wreak havoc on roadways. That makes learning how to safely drive in snowy and icy conditions vital. And it’s not just those who live in the North or Midwest who need winter driving skills.