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Flight line safety.(AWARD OF DISTINCTION)(Brief article)
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Combat Edge
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July 1, 2008
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The Transient Alert flight directed ground operations for over 500 aircraft delivering over 200,000 tons of cargo to Kirkuk--"zero defects" on 16 flight safety inspections. The flight kept ramps and taxiways FOD-free and ensured all personnel operating on the ramps and taxiways were operating safely. Kirkuk was the only base without a Controlled Movement Area Violation. The flight responded to an aircraft ground emergency for a blown tire. The team cleared the runway in minimal time with no effect on flying operations. The flight repaired a malfunctioning F-16 tow bar, saving $4,000 in replacement costs. The flight certified six squadron personnel on sweeper operations, greatly ...
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