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Winter Motorcycle Rides Require Preparation and Caution
By MS. PAULA COLLINS, STAFF WRITER
Unpredictable weather patterns and lower temperatures combine to make this season quite challenging for motorcycle riders. It is imperative to dress properly and prepare for weather-related hazards that can reduce traction on the roadway.
HYPOTHERMIA—What It Is and How to Avoid It
By KATHY ALWARD, STAFF WRITER
There are many things to consider once the winter season arrives and cold temperatures ensue. If you enjoy the outdoors and live near a pond or lake, you may encounter a frozen creek that you must cross.
MISHAP-FREE FLYING HOUR MILESTONES
By MS. CHRISTINE WALSH, STAFF WRITER
The Mobility Forum regularly highlights Mishap Free Flying Hour Milestones. Those recognized have achieved 2,500 hours, 3,500 hours, 5,000 hours, 6,500 hours, 7,500 hours, 8,500 hours, and even 10,000 hours free of mishaps.
Be a Safety Advocate
By MR. STEVE PANGER, HQ AMC FLIGHT SAFETY
Are you a safety professional? How about a safety advocate? Safety professional might be hard to define, but I know many people who are passionate about safety and some who are not.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
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The aircrew from the KC-46A Pegasus’ first combat sortie pose for a group photo Aug. 29, 2022, during Air Mobility Command’s Employment Concept Exercise 22-08 at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar.
Gen Mike Minihan’s 2022 Air Mobility Command Strategy for Victory
By MS. LAUREN SCHATZ, STAFF WRITER
The Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commander, Gen Mike Minihan, released the 2022 AMC Strategy at the Spring Phoenix Rally focusing the command on what is needed to win now and in the future.
Rethinking the Commander Directed Downgrade (Q3/1) in a Just Culture World
By MR. SEAN A. BORDENAVE, AMC HQ
Recently, I heard of a Commander Directed Downgrade in which a crew member missed a single checklist item. The missed item did not result in injuries or aircraft damage, but it did represent complacency and a breach of flight discipline.
AIR MOBILITY COMMAND WELL DONE AWARD
By Staff
The Air Force Chief of Safety Well Done Award is presented to the crew of REACH Zero-Three-One in recognition of time-critical actions performed to ensure the safe recovery of their KC-135R aircraft.
The DoD Safety Privilege: A Powerful Tool with an Interesting History
By MR. DANIEL M. VADNAIS, SENIOR ATTORNEY ADVISOR, AIR FORCE SAFETY CENTER, AND LT COL ADAM KING, AMC FLIGHT SAFETY
The national security of the United States is dependent on the efficient operation of weapon systems such as Air Force aircraft, missiles, space satellites, and nuclear weapon systems.
618th Air Operations Center: Using 2020 Reorg as Launchpad for New Deployment Model
By MS. KATHY ALWARD, STAFF WRITER
The 618th Air Operations Center (AOC) brings together more than 800 active duty, Reserve, National Guard, civilian, and contractor personnel as the Department of Defense’s largest AOC.
Operating Like Clockwork: How the 521st Air Mobility Operations Wing Bolstered NATO Support of Ukrainian Conflict
By MS. LAUREN SCHATZ, STAFF WRITER
On February 24, 2022, Russia launched an unprovoked, unjustified, full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The neighboring country’s capital city, Kyiv, a mere 236 miles from the Russian border, was subject to the first attack.
Epigenetics: How Keeping Yourself Healthy Now Can Benefit Future Generations
By MS. TIFFANY TOLBERT, STAFF WRITER
Healthy and lifestyle—these two words are often paired together and championed by health and wellness advocates everywhere, including physicians, other medical personnel, social workers, and exercise professionals.