Knowledge Newsletter 10-14 Oct 2016

1. Crewmembers are always briefed on crew coordination, specifically“announce
actions,”before every mission; however, it isn’t always briefed from aircraft to
aircraft. I made the mistake of not communicating with my wingman that I
was reducing airspeed. Had I not looked to the right before starting my turn to
clear the aircraft, I have no doubt we would’ve had a midair collision and killed
all four crewmembers that night.
We thought since we’d been riding for several
months that we were now experts who were ready
for any challenge we could face on the road.We
were overconfident in our abilities, and my friend
nearly paid for that mistake with his life.
We see exit signs inside buildings all the time, but
many of us don’t give them a second thought. If
there was a fire or other emergency and you had to
make a quick exit from a building, would you know
where to go?
Going on leave, pass orTDY? Don’t
forget to first complete yourTravel
Risk Planning System assessment.
A collection of resources to aid
commanders and leaders in the
management of range operations
and safe weapons handling.
The latest installment of the Army’s Ready
… or Not? campaign is now available and
contains a new collection of safety videos,
posters and articles to help Soldiers and leaders
prepare for the unique challenges the next few
months will bring. Click here to learn more.
Are you Ready…orNot?
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