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The weather in South Carolina is often unpredictable. I found that out firsthand one evening as I left work with clear skies showing only to get caught in a gully-washer a few miles down the road. That wouldn’t have been a problem had I been driving a car. On my motorcycle, however, it nearly cost me my life.

Brief a Real Plan

My career, like those of most Army aviators, consists of routine flights that represent a lot of planning. But some of those routine flights turn into memorable events. One of those now-memorable flights was a routine mission transporting two people from Cairns Army Airfield at Fort Novosel, Alabama, to Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and then returning.

  • 6 April 2025
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Dangerous Distractions

Every day, accidents occur throughout the country due to distracted drivers. While cellphones are often to blame, other factors can contribute to these mishaps, such as a driver’s psychological state. The following story illustrates the extent to which mental distractions can affect an individual’s ability to focus behind the wheel.

  • 1 April 2025
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Don't be a HATR

Just after midnight, there was a knock on the door to my containerized housing unit. I opened it to see my platoon leader (captain) and platoon sergeant standing there grimly. I knew we hadn’t crashed, but by the looks on their faces, I knew something happened.

  • 1 April 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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A Flip of the Switch

Prior to our deployment, my unit was told we’d be getting three M114 HMMWVs equipped with the Automatic Fire Extinguishing System (AFES). Since no one knew anything about the AFES, we were given a nice PowerPoint presentation to explain the system’s capabilities. While the presentation was informative, it later became apparent that a few of us didn’t pay close attention to it.

  • 1 April 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Engrained Discipline

As a young Soldier, I was always trained to execute any orders from my superiors without question. This discipline alone defined and ensured my — and many other Soldiers’ — survival at the two-way live-fire range. I remember my platoon sergeant being especially hard on Bradley crews to be disciplined and vigilant before, during and after combat operations.

  • 23 March 2025
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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