United States Army Air Forces

watershed event is defined by the Oxford dictionary as an event or period marking a turning point in a course of action or state of affairs. One such watershed event that affected me professionally as well as personally was being selected to serve as an officer in the Air National Guard. After eleven years of serving as an enlisted member of both Active Duty Air Force and the Georgia Air National Guard (GANG), I applied and was selected for a commission as an officer in the GANG. At the time of…

When joining the Airforce, you first must take the ASVAB. This is a test for the military that you usually take some time in you high school years. When you take the ASVAB you need to make a score of 36 or higher as this is the preferred ASVAB score. After that That find an Airforce recruiter to talk about your plans. Recruiters are the people who find people wanting to go into whatever branch of military they are choosing, but however most recruiters aren't always reliable when it comes to…

litters are based on illustrations from old Army manuals. The same manuals do not describe the ergonomics or any other scientific research performed in order to come to the recommended conclusions. This leads us to question the entire manual being used in training all of the persons tasked with patient movement. Finally, the implementation of training any new recommendations to the entire Aeromedical Evacuation Community. The considerations that much of the force is comprised of reservist that…

BACKGROUND PAPER ON JOHN BOYD 1. Colonel John Boyd was a United States Air Force pilot who retired in 1975. He had gained the nickname “Forty second Boyd” because he bet, that in forty seconds, he could defeat any attacker from a disadvantaged position. He went on to develop maneuverability strategies and also help designed aircraft such as the f16. Throughout John Boyd’s career, he has demonstrated that he is a good leader by showing initiative, being proactive, and demonstrating good…

mishaps and open discrepancies. B. Unit Safety Representative (USR) Involvement: Occupational Safety: Complies: 2d Lt Bryant and TSgt Crochet was appointed the USR for the 35 Logistic Readiness Squadron (35 LRS) and were IAW 91-202, The US Air Force Mishap Prevention Program. 2d Lt Bryant and…

barriers, get several medals of honor, and an extraordinary Air Force pilot. When most people talk about World War II they usually do not think of Jacqueline Cochran. If you are familiar with the WASPS, also known as Women Airforce Service Pilots, then you will definitely know about Jacqueline Cochran and what she contributed to the devastating World War II. By reading this paper you will learn a little more about women's involvement with the Air Force during World War II. Many people believe…

The Air Staff has determined the B-52 wing must be redesigned to better support additional structural demands. The engineering design project was conducted to construct a new wing beam design for the B-52 bomber and to compose an analysis of the new main wing spar. Given the information and the requirements that must be met with this design, our team went through the steps of the design process to come up with 3 concept variants. Of the 3 variants, we recommend to the Air Staff that the beam is…

they were having Blue Jean Day. One story he remembers from his time in the service, is when he was out of step during one drill practice, and he had to march out to the side of the flight in front of everyone. He was awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal, the Air Force Commendation Medal with one oak leaf cluster, marksmanship, longevity, and the Mississippi Magnolia Medal at his retirement. After he retired, he became a full-time grandfather for my cousin, my sister, and myself. He is…

critical element of the module for three reasons. Firstly, I want to fully understand and implement the tenants of being a good follower. Secondly, it is a major part the first charge given to me as a Non-commissioned Officer (NCO) in the United States Air Force (USAF). And thirdly, I will experience a significant amount of personal and professional improvement as I apply what I have learned. I will not always be the “leader” in every situation that I find myself in, and by exercising…

development and innovation for some time. The United Instrument Manufacturing Corporation, an integral part of the Rostec arms corporation made the announcement of the…