Risk Management Magazine

Aviation is an inherently dangerous occupation that requires a dedicated team to accomplish the mission. Professionalism is a must.

Aviators know winter weather conditions can deteriorate quickly and create a wide range of issues they must deal with such as poor visibility, turbulence and icing. But they have two tools to help them manage the challenges — flight planning and frequent weather briefings.

I think everybody has at least one “there-I-was” story. In my 30 years in Army aviation, I have acquired a few. To me, these stories are life lessons. After all, if it didn’t kill you, it should make you smarter. Here’s one of my life’s lessons.