Risk Management Magazine

As I headed to post that morning, it was like any other day. What I didn’t expect, however, was how Daylight Saving Time would affect my commute. As I turned east onto the highway, I was greeted by the blinding sun. My windshield immediately filled with daylight and my visibility was reduced to almost nothing.

I have been blessed in my career with outstanding noncommissioned officers who knew what needed to be done to keep Soldiers safe. I truly believe they were the only reason I was able to successfully conduct those ranges without any injury.

Several years ago, my unit was deployed to Guatemala to aid in hurricane relief efforts. We deployed with a mix of UH-60A and UH-60L aircraft, all fitted with extended range fuel system tanks because of the lack of refuel locations around the country.