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Dec. 1, 2023
LACK OF RESOURCES | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

If all the parts are not available to complete a maintenance task, then there may be pressure on a technician to complete the task using old or inappropriate parts. Regardless of the task, resources also include personnel, time, data, tools, skill, experience, knowledge, etc. A lack of any of these
Dec. 1, 2023
Sending alerts for traffic, weather and accidents, phone can be lifeline

Delays, winter weather, traffic congestion and an already stressful season can wreak havoc on drivers during the primary travel period between Dec 22-Jan. 2. The 75 ABW Safety staff recommends you plan ahead this holiday season for increased road traffic, evaluate conditions and consider using a
Dec. 1, 2023
Tips to avoid holiday hazards

The holidays are upon us. Fall and Thanksgiving decorations are quickly transitioning to winter and Christmas along with the holiday festivities and traditions we love. From gathering with family and friends to attending religious services, concerts and holiday programs, each of these festive
Dec. 1, 2023
New research study could lead to better flu virus protection for warfighters, public

USAFSAM is collaborating with Georgia Tech and the Georgia Tech Research Institute, or GTRI, on a new research project to design strains of probiotic bacteria that can provide health benefits to stimulate immune recognition of influenza.
Nov. 30, 2023
Unit uses parts from multiple mishap aircraft to create F-35 ‘Franken-bird’

F-35 maintenance experts here are taking on a seemingly impossible task – stitching two mishap damaged aircraft together to a fully operational F-35A Lightning II. Led by the F-35 Joint Program Office, the project requires a “dream team” from the JPO, the 388th Fighter Wing, the Ogden Air Logistics
Nov. 30, 2023
Time to implement 'snow plan'

As we enter the winter season, it’s important to revisit our approach to inclement weather operations at Hill Air Force Base. Employees should expect the base to remain open. The base will maintain roads and sidewalks in accordance with its Snow Plan, which prioritizes snow clearing and treatment
Nov. 30, 2023
Safety warrior spotlight

The December 2023 KANZA Warriors spotlight is Master Sgt. Alan Hitchings, 931st Air Refueling Wing Occupational Safety non-commissioned officer.
Nov. 29, 2023
Helicopter crew rescues injured skier during blizzard

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Alaska Air National Guard members of the 176th Wing rescued an injured skier Nov. 16 near Arctic Valley about eight miles northeast of downtown Anchorage.The ski party used a cell phone to call the Alaska State Troopers. Due to poor weather, the troopers
Nov. 27, 2023
2023 AETC Safety Award Winners

The Headquarters Air Education and Training Command Safety Directorate, on behalf of Maj. Gen. James R. Sears, Jr., AETC deputy commander, announced the winners of the 2023 AETC Safety Awards.“Congratulations to the winners for their achievements and best wishes for their continued success,” said
Nov. 27, 2023
Weapons, ammo Airmen compete to see who can safely load weapons on aircraft the fastest

The 363rd Training Squadron put theory into practice for Weapons and Ammunition Airmen in Training during a Combat Capability Demonstration November 9, 2023, here. With AiTs cheering them on and the rain pouring down, instructors from the weapons and ammo schools engaged in a friendly competition to

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