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What Is An Airlifter?, Tim Brady Aug 1973

What Is An Airlifter?, Tim Brady

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This article describes the components that make up the Tactical Air Command flight crew, from loadmaster, to flight engineer, to navigator, to copilot, and lastly, to pilot. All together, the crew work in coordination to deliver the goods or the troops. This article was Dr. Brady's last as editor of TAC Attack. Under his two-year leadership, the safety message continued to be heard.


Bulletin - June, 1973, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jul 1973

Bulletin - June, 1973, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A four page newsletter of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


The Spin--An Accident Analysis, Tim Brady Jun 1973

The Spin--An Accident Analysis, Tim Brady

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An analysis of an accident involving a C-130 Hercules is described. C-130s do spin and the outcome is normally fatal to aircrew members.


The Alligators Will Get You, If You Don't Watch Out!, Tim Brady Apr 1973

The Alligators Will Get You, If You Don't Watch Out!, Tim Brady

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This article relates which tools can help pilots prepare to land at unknown airports.


Gear-Up Landings, Or...Let It All Hang Out, Tim Brady Feb 1973

Gear-Up Landings, Or...Let It All Hang Out, Tim Brady

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Gear-up landings, or belly landings, continue to plague civilian, military and commercial aviation. A study has begun on a new effective device to warn pilots if the landing gear is not deployed correctly before landing.


The Airlift Instructor School, Tim Brady Nov 1972

The Airlift Instructor School, Tim Brady

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The development of the Airlift Instructor School at Little Rock AFB, Arkansas, is discussed. This article details the school's philosophy, programs and courses. Standardization in training means a better safety posture.


The 'Can Do' Attitude, Tim Brady Aug 1972

The 'Can Do' Attitude, Tim Brady

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Having the Can Do Attitude is essential to be efficient. If one is efficient, then one is thinking of safety, which is the goal of the U.S. Air Force Tactical Air Command.


The Longest Flight, Tim Brady May 1972

The Longest Flight, Tim Brady

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Recounts the last leg of a ferry mission in a C-7 from Southeast Asia to Okinawa where the aircraft experienced serious malfunctions. Rescue accomplished just short of destination with very minor injuries to flight crew after ditching.


Bio What?, Tim Brady Mar 1972

Bio What?, Tim Brady

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A study is made of biorhythm charts and aircraft accidents at TAC. In one 3-year span, 1969-1972, covering 59 accidents, 13 of those accidents occurred on a "critical biorhythmic day" and 40% of the total accidents happened when at least one of the pilots involved had two or more biorhythmic cycles in the minus portion. All accidents are preventable and all people are accident preventers. Understanding why accidents happen and that they are sometimes caused by human error is one area that needs continued study to determine how to reduce accidents.


Another Look At Hydroplaning, Tim Brady Feb 1972

Another Look At Hydroplaning, Tim Brady

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This article examines the factors contributing to the hydroplaning of aircraft tires on airport runways: ground speed, tire pressure, and water depth vs. tire tread depth. Aircraft weight does not bear any affect on aircraft tire hydroplaning.


The Professionals, Tim Brady Jan 1972

The Professionals, Tim Brady

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The professional pilot is able to handle many critical situations with calmness, split-second decision-making skills, and knowledge of aircraft capabilities, all the while depending on team support.


The Lure Of Home, Tim Brady Dec 1971

The Lure Of Home, Tim Brady

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This article recounts an aircraft accident that could have been avoided. The pilot ignored flight manual warnings to not fly in icing conditions. The pilot disregarded all advice to stay on the ground but he was anxious to get home and celebrate an occasion with his family. All lives lost on the flight.


Holidays From Danger, Tim Brady Nov 1971

Holidays From Danger, Tim Brady

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A reminder to be safe during holidays to prevent fires, avoid personal injury, and stay off the roads after drinking.


On Target, Tim Brady Oct 1971

On Target, Tim Brady

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An examination of aircraft accidents in the military while training for weapons delivery maneuvers.


Midair! Midair!, Tim Brady Sep 1971

Midair! Midair!, Tim Brady

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A review of a midair collision involving a civilian aircraft and a military aircraft. Careful adherence to the see and avoid principle is advised for all aircraft.


News Bulletin - March-April, 1957, Civil Aviation Medical Association Mar 1957

News Bulletin - March-April, 1957, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A four page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - January-February, 1956, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jan 1956

News Bulletin - January-February, 1956, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A five page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - November-December, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association Nov 1954

News Bulletin - November-December, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A 13 page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - May-June, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association May 1954

News Bulletin - May-June, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A eight page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - January-February, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jan 1954

News Bulletin - January-February, 1954, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A six page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - August-September, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association Aug 1953

News Bulletin - August-September, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A three page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - June-July, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jun 1953

News Bulletin - June-July, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A nine page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - January, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jan 1953

News Bulletin - January, 1953, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A three page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - May, 1952, Civil Aviation Medical Association May 1952

News Bulletin - May, 1952, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A five page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - January, 1952, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jan 1952

News Bulletin - January, 1952, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A four page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - September, 1951, Civil Aviation Medical Association Sep 1951

News Bulletin - September, 1951, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A three page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - January-March, 1951, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jan 1951

News Bulletin - January-March, 1951, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A two page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - October-November, 1950, Civil Aviation Medical Association Oct 1950

News Bulletin - October-November, 1950, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A three page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.


News Bulletin - July-August, 1950, Civil Aviation Medical Association Jul 1950

News Bulletin - July-August, 1950, Civil Aviation Medical Association

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A three page newsletter of the Airline Medical Examiners Association which was published on an irregular basis from 1950-1957. This organization was a predecessor of the Civil Aviation Medical Association. The newsletter provided news about civil aviation medicine and information related to the organization.