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According to Army statistics, there have been, on average, 288 Class C and D parachuting mishaps annually over the past five years. Nevertheless, it is possible to identify some hazards associated with inexperienced personnel on airborne operations.

Mentorship Ride Mishap

As the D Company, 3rd Battalion, 25th Combat Aviation Brigade motorcycle mentor, I wanted to conduct a ride in light rain showers to prepare my less experienced Soldiers for the typical weather conditions they’d encountered while stationed in Hawaii.

  • 29 August 2021
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Do Your Own Walk-around

The sun was just coming up as I headed to prepare my aircraft for first-up duty. I went out before the rest of the crew to take care of a few things and have the aircraft ready for the pilots to do their preflight.

  • 29 August 2021
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Are You Prepared?

When folks think of hazardous riding conditions, they probably envision rain, wind and snow. On this particular day, none of those came into play for my son and me. We experienced a different kind of hazard — an earthquake!

  • 29 August 2021
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Mid-Air Collison Course

Being involved in direct-support air assaults brings its own hazards that we plan for and work out in every detail.

  • 22 August 2021
  • Author: USACRC Editor
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Unnecessary Risk

During my time at the National Training Center at Fort Irwin, California, I have seen many mishaps and near misses. One, in particular, sticks out more than the others. Here’s what happened.

  • 22 August 2021
  • Author: USACRC Editor
  • Number of views: 477
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