Combat Edge articles from April 2005

Combat Edge archives from April 2005

Celebrate spring safely!(ACCent on Safety)
April 1, 2005... We spend a great deal of energy and effort to keep safety in the forefront at work. This month's theme is about ensuring our family members know they can find themselves in situations which pose great personal risk. Our cover of "Rocky...

Tell team improves tactics.
April 1, 2005... The Air Force's first William Tell air-to-air competition in 8 years took flight at Tyndall AFB, Panama City, Fla., Nov 8 - 19, 2004. This marked the 50th anniversary of William Tell, a biennial competition named after the legendary Swiss...

GSM inspect thyself: the benefits of an honest self-inspection regimen.
April 1, 2005... How many Ground Safety Managers (GSMs) and safety professionals really know the benefits of conducting an honest self-inspection of their safety program? Equally important, how many know when the ideal time is to conduct a self-inspection?...

Death in the family: "be a broken record".
April 1, 2005... When we come into the military, two messages that we seem to be told each and every week of our career are "wear your seat belts" and "don't drink and drive." It's like a broken record playing over and over. As the years move on, you get tired...

"Say 'no' to drinking & driving.".
April 1, 2005... Back in December, I received an e-mail message from MSgt Ken Frank's. His message was only about two or three paragraphs long, with the first paragraph containing kudos for the magazine. Sadly, the remainder of the message became our second...

Ground safety: award of distinction.(MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... TSgt Cavinder completely overhauled the 5 CES safety program replacing inattention and complacency with vigilance and excellence. In less than 1 year, he has transformed a failing safety program into one that is highly effective. TSgt Cavinder...

Flight line safety: award of distinction.(MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... During an Aft Nose Landing Gear door rig, a door connecting link was removed to make final rig adjustments. While performing the rig, SSgt Rougeau noticed the presence of moisture inside the connecting link. SSgt Rougeau brought this...

Pilot safety: award of distinction.(MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... On 19 Nov 04, Lt Col Smith was flying a Functional Check Flight (FCF) sortie in the U-2S at Beale AFB, Calif. Lt Col Smith was flying in a full pressure suit, which is extremely restrictive in nature and adds to the complexity of flying an...

Unit safety: award of distinction.(MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... As 755th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Unit Safety Representatives (USRs), TSgt Yelverton and SSgt Marroquin both exemplify the motto "Safety is no Accident." They have taken every opportunity to maximize safety compliance in a diverse squadron...

Aircrew safety: award of distinction.
April 1, 2005... On 7 Oct 04, Maj Bodine and Capt Pepkowitz distinguished themselves in their expert handling of a serious in-flight emergency while flying a B-2 aircraft. Shortly after takeoff on an 18-hour Global Power sortie to the Alaskan Ranges, as the...

Crew chief safety: award of distinction.(Michael R. Groce)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... On 9 Dec 04, Mr. Groce was supervising a routine U-2, Dragon Lady, aircraft refueling operation when he noticed fuel spilling out of the aircraft sump. Mr. Groce immediately recognized the seriousness of the Class II fuel spill and calmly...

Weapons safety: award of distinction.(MONTHLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... Performing duties as a weapons load crew member, Airman Coronado was involved in munitions loading in direct support of a realworld Operation NOBLE EAGLE tasking, in Oct 04, while deployed to Nellis Air Force Base. While performing her assigned...

ACC safety salutes superior performance.(Air Combat Command)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Maj Joe Collins Pilot 1st Operations Support Squadron 1st Fighter Wing Langley AFB, Va. Capt Bradley R. Oliver Supervisor of Flying 71st Fighter Squadron 1st Fighter Wing Langley AFB, Va. SrA...

Ground safety: award of the quarter.(QUARTERLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... Under MSgt Williams' front-line leadership, squadron vehicle mishaps decreased by an astounding 66 percent with an overall decrease in all mishaps by 33 percent. He instituted and organized primary and alternate shop safety representatives for...

Weapons safety: award of the quarter.(QUARTERLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... MSgt Thompson performed exceptional service as nuclear and conventional weapons safety manager for ACC's largest base. MSgt Thompson automated the wing's explosive loading matrix, eliminating guesswork and providing users a flexible, error-free...

Flight safety: award of the quarter.(QUARTERLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... From Oct--Dec 04, Maj Booth worked diligently to resolve Bird Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) issues related to increased migratory bird activity by completing a 3-year infield burn plan and supervising removal of significant bird habitat. He...

Weapons safety: award of the quarter.(QUARTERLY AWARD WINNERS)
April 1, 2005... After returning from a 4-month deployment to Al Dahfra AB, UAE, TSgt Tinker wasted no time in improving his already "ACC Benchmarked" Microsoft Office Access database to provide accurate trend analysis information to squadron commanders. TSgt...

When animals attack: ripped from the headlines ...(Cover Story)
April 1, 2005... Third Rabies Case Reported The year's third confirmed case of rabies and the sixth within the space of 3 months has been reported in Gillespie Country by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Occurring Feb 15 the case involved...

Mishap statistics scoreboard.
April 1, 2005... Aircraft Notes February's only Class A occurred when an E-4 shelled a motor in flight. During yesterday's flight, I heard, "Aux, 2 is blind." Naturally, I responded, "Left 9, 2 miles, 20[degrees] High." Unfortunately, my wingman was on MY...

Annual award winners.(air force )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... AIR FORCE ANNUAL AWARDS COLOMBIAN TROPHY 27th Fighter Wing Cannon AFB, N.M. SAFETY CAREER PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR Ms. Karen D. Rogow 366th Fighter Wing Mt Home AFB, Idaho AF CHIEF OF SAFETY OUTSTANDING...