Risk Management Magazine

Thousands enter basic training each year. While most will graduate without any problems, others are injured or involved in incidents that result in the dreaded “hold over” status, which means they don’t earn the title of Soldier with their peers.  

Preparing to ride a motorcycle during the winter can be as simple as throwing on an extra base layer of clothing or as difficult as negotiating ice on the roadway. Here are some tips to help keep you safe while riding during the winter season.

This mission was for six UH-60s to insert troops into the open, isolated desert of Kuwait under zero percent illumination, zero contrast (or ground references), also known as “Red Illum.” It was one of the most challenging landings any one of us has ever accomplished to date.