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A tractor-trailer jackknifed on the Dalton Highway at Atigun Pass, Alaska, Nov. 2, 2013. In the vehicle behind the truck, two Air Force master sergeants, who were going caribou hunting, stopped and extracted the driver, who was perilously close to a 600-foot drop. (U.S. photo illustration by David Stack/Released)

U.S. Air Force Maj. Benjamin Schill, 149th Fighter Wing F-16 pilot, works out at his unit, 14 July, 2014, Lackland Air Force Base, Texas. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Sarayuth Pinthong)

While cleaning his gutters, an Air Force retiree fell off his ladder. (photo illustration by Tech. Sgt. Sy Pinthong / Dave Stack)

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U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-01 Mar

SURFACE-TO-AIR DISTRACTED DRIVING "MISSILE" The 14th Flying Training Wing safety team from Columbus Air Force Base, Miss., created this video paralleling getting ready to drive a car and preparing to fly a formation sortie in the wing's T-38 Talon jets. Whether in a cockpit or behind the wheel of a car, there's no place for distracted driving.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-08 Jan

DRIVING BLIND? Attention Deficit - For one terrifying moment, it was like she was driving blind. This senior airman had gotten distracted while behind the wheel and rolled her car. See how she fared. http://www.torch.aetc.af.mil/

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-14 Dec

Air Education and Training Command Commander Lt. Gen. Darryl Roberson warns Airmen about the perils of distracted driving -- especially texting while driving.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-14 Dec

This dramatic reenactment of a fatal texting and driving mishap that cost a man his bride-to-be is based on a true story. SHOW MORE

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-17 Nov

AETC BATTLES NATIONAL 'EPIDEMIC'

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-13 Nov

OPEN YOUR EYES - DISTRACTED DRIVING PSA

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-03 Sep

STREET DREAMS - Three Airmen discuss narrowly avoiding 'dirt naps' after falling asleep at the wheel.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-15 May

GETTING READY FOR SUMMER!

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-19 Mar

CAUGHT ON NANNY CAM: BOILER TURNS INTO BOMB! As this video demonstrates, boilers and water heaters should be checked once a year. View the video to see what happened and how it could have been prevented.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-03 Mar

THE SKY'S THE LIMIT? Well it very nearly was for the skydivers in these two videos. In the first, a man has a seizure while in freefall and has to be rescued by his instructor. In the second, a tandem jump goes sideways when a plane nearly cuts the jumpers in half. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=55QUQHm2B5A

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-03 Mar

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U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-26 Nov

You've read his story; now hear from Lt. Hunter directly as he talks about his night of binge drinking that ended with a 40-foot fall from a tree. ... Check out this latest A2A (Airman-to-Airman) video installment. http://www.torch.aetc.af.mil/

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-12 Nov

BARKING UP THE WRONG TREE: An officer climbed a 110-foot cottonwood while drunk, then passed out and fell 40 feet. He broke 25 bones, including 20 in his back.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-14 Oct

MISSING DAN: When a violent twister battered a small town in Arkansas, a dad's heroic efforts to save his children cost him his own life.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-26 Aug

TECHOLOGY KEY TO REDUCING VEHICLE DEATHS: A vehicle that won't let you start your car if you've had too much to drink or haven't fastened your seat belt? An automobile that employs collision avoidance to help compensate for human error? These features aren't so far-fetched and may be closer to being employed then you may think.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-16 Jun

THEY NEVER SAW IT COMING: When these movie-goers pulled out their cell phones in the theater, they got a big surprise.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-09 Jun

LIFE DOESN'T REWIND: Based on an actual event, this reenactment offers a dramatic glimpse of the dangers of heat stress, with some sage advice from Gen. Robin Rand, commander, Air Education and Training Command, as we head into the summer months.

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-15 May

FIVE VITAL WARNING LIGHTS: AOL Auto takes a closer look at five vehicle warning lights that drivers need to know for their safety ... and their pocketbook!

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-25 Apr

OUT OF FUEL, OUT OF TIME: Pilot gets one chance to land

U.S. Air Force
aetc.torch-17 Apr

TEXTING DRIVER WHO SLAMMED CYCLIST: I, Like, 'Just Don't Care'

U.S. Air Force
@-14 Dec

Boys & Girls Club Childcare - Available for January UTA - sign up NLT 28 Dec 2018 UTA Childcare for school age chi… https://t.co/gisn4bUtB3

U.S. Air Force
@-13 Dec

It was announced today that the Senate has confirmed the appointment of Derin S. Durham to the rank of brigadier ge… https://t.co/z4Vn9a9NxP

U.S. Air Force
@-13 Dec

Good morning Westover. It is a brisk 28 degrees wear your mukluks. (U.S. Air Force photos/W.C.Pope) United States A… https://t.co/w6MAQFfowk

U.S. Air Force
@-11 Dec

This past weekend, the Pioneer Valley USO ran a Holiday toy drive. 439th Airlift Wing Commander Col. Scott Durham a… https://t.co/RhfpMqh0cC

U.S. Air Force
@-11 Dec

Due to staffing limitations, the Express will temporarily modify our Monday and Tuesday hours of operation, as foll… https://t.co/JBLevAFt38

U.S. Air Force
@-10 Dec

Westover tree lighting ceremony and bonfire sing-along, Dec. 8 held near the James Street Gate. (U.S. Air Force photos/W.C.Pope)

U.S. Air Force
@-08 Dec

The 2018 annual children's holiday party hosted by the Airman and Family Readiness Center took place today in the Base Hangar!

U.S. Air Force
@-08 Dec

EOD will be conducting explosives training until approximately 3PM

U.S. Air Force
@-07 Dec

ANDREW S. BISCOE, SMSgt, USAF Acting Chief/Superintendent 439th AW Public Affairs Westover ARB, MA (413) 557-2063… https://t.co/HwMnDVimIW

U.S. Air Force
@-06 Dec

Senior Master Sgt. Andrew Biscoe will be leaving us at the end of the month to work at AFRC Public Affairs. Leave a… https://t.co/efNTl0cmxu

U.S. Air Force
@-06 Dec

Throwback Thursday! Recognize anyone from 2011? (pope)

U.S. Air Force
@-06 Dec

Throwback Thursday. Who remembers this from 1991? (pope)

U.S. Air Force
@-05 Dec

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U.S. Air Force
@-04 Dec

Chilly twilight sky backdrops this 439th Airlift Wing C-5M Super Galaxy, as the aircraft approaches Westover's Runw… https://t.co/0MrXEuSj2k

U.S. Air Force
@-01 Dec

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U.S. Air Force
@-27 Nov

Christmas spirit at Westover’s Airman and Family Readiness Center! https://t.co/0XfvqHWmkI

U.S. Air Force
@-27 Nov

See what Westover Services has to offer! https://t.co/uXmX5pnfxB

U.S. Air Force
@-26 Nov

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U.S. Air Force
@-26 Nov

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U.S. Air Force
@-26 Nov

DoD Safe Helpline Support for Sexual Assault Survivors in the Military https://t.co/MgnKvrbc4B

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