The Mobility Forum Posts

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Sometimes It Is Not “Like Riding a Bike”

By MS. LAUREN SCHATZ, STAFF WRITER

Jetting around on the open highway is a pastime shared by motorcyclists of all ages; however, this adventurous lifestyle can come to a painful end.

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Vacation in the Time of Social Distancing? It Is Possible!

By MS. ALLISON ELLIOT, STAFF WRITER

COVID-19 restrictions have made travel and vacation places difficult to find, but it is summer, and you are probably looking for ideas to entertain yourself and your family and friends safely.

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Staying Cool at the Beach

By Ms. Jessica Smith, Staff Writer

When the weather is hot, some people head for the mountains whereas others head for the beach. If you are in the latter group, we have some tips to ensure your beach trip is safe and enjoyable.

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MISHAP-FREE FLYING HOUR MILESTONES

By Staff

MISHAP-FREE FLYING HOUR MILESTONES

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The National Commission on Military Aviation Safety 2020 Report

By LT COL ADAM KING, CHIEF OF AMC FLIGHT SAFETY

The National Commission on Military Aviation Safety (NCMAS) was established by Congress in the fiscal year 2019 National Defense Authorization Act to examine and make recommendations with respect to U.S. military aviation mishaps. As part of that effort, NCMAS team members reviewed …

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A DAY IN THE LIFE

By Staff

Airmen from the 721st Aerial Port Squadron (APS) walk into a C 17 Globemaster III aircraft to retrieve a pallet at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, Feb. 2, 2021. The Defense Logistics Agency requested a shipment of more than 400,000 masks …

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MISHAP-FREE FLYING HOUR MILESTONES

By STAFF

10,000 Hours 70 ARS, Travis AFB, CA MSgt Arthur BaxterTSgt David Chan 8,500 Hours 70 ARS, Travis AFB, CA MSgt Eric Warwick 143 AW, Quonset…

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A Bolt of Lightning Can Be Frightening

By MS. KIM KNIGHT, STAFF WRITER

It was a dark and stormy night back in 2012 when I set out for my first trip to Scott Air Force Base, IL, with…

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Multi-Capable Airmen: Smarter. Faster. Stronger.

By MS. KIM KNIGHT, STAFF WRITER

MULTI-CAPABLE AIRMEN: Airmen accomplishing tasks outside their core Air Force Specialty. Specifically, these personnel train as a cross-functional team to meet and provide combat support…

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The Potential Pitfalls of Automation

By MR. STEVE PANGER, HQ AMC FLIGHT SAFETY

Back in the day, I flew aircraft that had minimal automation. Pilots flew aircraft manually during many phases of flight. Autopilots were great but used…

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Short Notice Aerial Refueling Planning at the 618th Air Operations Center

By BETTY NYLUND BARR, STAFF WRITER

In the past, the KC-46 Pegasus was exclusively available at McConnell Air Force Base (AFB), KS, which was the first base to utilize the aircraft….

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CRM/TEM: Refresher Training (A Peek at the Plan)

By MR. MARK ALTENBURG, HQ AMC CRM/TEM DIRECTOR

Suppose that earlier today you found out that you are on the slate for refresher training later this week—yeah, just what you wanted, more training….

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