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If a better system didn't exist, I would create one. I set out to build a digital framework that would not only meet every requirement of Army Regulation 600-55, but also simplify our processes, enhance our training effectiveness and increase our units' lethality.

The Danger in Silence

Procedures exist for a reason, especially at non-towered airfields. When we use the CTAF to announce our position and listen for others, we create a safe operating environment for everyone involved. That other pilot either wasn't transmitting, wasn't listening or both.

  • 12 April 2026
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When the Plan Becomes the Hazard

A few years ago, I experienced a near-miss while flying an AH-64D that taught me a lesson I will never forget: Adaptability and safety are more important than a rigid training schedule. When environmental hazards and fatigue combine to elevate risk, sometimes the best decision is to terminate training and land the aircraft.

  • 5 April 2026
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Elevating Professional Standards and Reshaping Global Safety Credentials

A groundbreaking U.S. Army initiative is elevating the professional credentials of its safety personnel by forging a vital link between military safety protocols and civilian professional certifications. Driven by a commitment to excellence, this effort is not only transforming the Army's safety culture but also reshaping global safety standards.

  • 5 April 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Eyes on the Ground, Head in the Clouds

Let’s walk through how we approach this at the battalion level. It’s a process, not a single event, and it starts long before anyone even thinks about hooking up to an anchor line cable.

  • 29 March 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 787
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Cleared for a Near Miss

After we landed and shut down, our crew chief was fired up about the event that had just occurred. He was also unhappy about the PC’s choice to continue the flight after half the crew requested to head to parking and shut down. News of the event got back to the standardization pilot, and wisdom was gained by everyone.

  • 29 March 2026
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 360
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