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Electrical and Environmental systems breathe life into the B-52
The 2nd Maintenance Squadron accessories flight electrical and environmental section maintains and repairs power systems and replenishes aircrew life support gear, ensuring the aircraft's nervous system continues to function properly.The electrical systems inside aircraft can be compared to the nervous system inside the human body, with wiring
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10/05 2012
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Fold, Fix and Fly
In order for an aircraft to roll, pitch and yaw it needs three primary components: a spoiler, elevator and a rudder. Recently however, it was discovered one of Team Barksdale's B-52H Stratofortess bombers needed a new rudder. Most parts or components are changed out regularly due to constant wear and tear but the last time a rudder was changed at
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10/05 2012
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Avionics: the nervous system of the BUFF
Due to advances in technology, some aircraft in the U.S. inventory can trouble shoot their own avionics systems; however, for the B-52H Stratofortress, the aircraft's systems must be monitored and manually maintained frequently.Avionics Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Group are the guardians who monitor the B-52's avionics systems. These Airmen
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9/28 2012
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Worldwide communication
Barksdale Airmen are connected to one another, whether it's through the Internet or phones, and the 2nd Communications Squadron Infrastructure Flight ensures Team Barksdale members receives mission critical information. "We handle all communications on base and ensure we're connected to the outside world," said Senior Airman Miguel Reed, 2 CS
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9/28 2012
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Play hard, Play Safe
All Airmen are familiar with safety briefings and safety days, the most recent being the Street Smart presentation given before the Labor Day weekend, little do Airmen know there is much more to these briefings than meets the eye.The 2nd Bomb Wing Safety Office aims to prevent fatal accidents and help ensure Team Barksdale members make safe choices
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9/20 2012
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POL Airmen keep Barksdale moving
Just as people need food and water to function, aircraft and vehicles need fuel to perform their mission.Airmen from the 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron Fuels Management Flight are responsible for the petroleum, oil and lubricant needed to get aircraft off the ground and vehicles on the road."Our mission statement is to enable flexible and
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9/20 2012
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Cable Dawgs run in packs to get job done
From scaling 150-foot towers, to exploring dark utility holes, Cable Dawgs work hard to keep Team Barksdale's $116 million cable and fiber infrastructure wrapped up. Airmen from the 2nd Communications Squadron repair or install cables, antennas, phone and fiber optic lines to ensure Team Barksdale can communicate effectively and securely. "Our job
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9/20 2012
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Just in time
In order to keep aircraft safe and on the leading edge of combat capability, they constantly undergo upgrades and maintenance.Sometimes this maintenance is time sensitive or critical and must be completed by a specific date. In this case, a specific action known as a Time Compliance Technical Order is initiated to ensure the required maintenance is
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9/12 2012
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Bathing the BUFF
Like any other night, maintenance Airmen head into work for their swing shift, but instead of their Airman Battle Uniforms, the Airmen filter through the hangar in shorts, t-shirts and boots. This non-traditional work attire is needed so maintenance Airmen can don their proper protective equipment easily and comfortably. These Airmen have a long,
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9/07 2012
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Engines: managing the maintenance
Like any engine, aircraft engines need maintenance, but the Air Force does more than just maintain engines, it has dedicated units to manage and monitor their aircraft's engines to ensure they are mission ready.Airmen from the 2nd Maintenance Squadron Engine Management Office play a key role in supporting the mission by ensuring the B-52H
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8/24 2012
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