Airman 1st Class Andrew Jones, 2nd Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment, cleans an oxygen hose from an aircrew helmet on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 5. Every part of the helmet is cleaned to remove dirt and anything that may get the wearer sick. AFE Airmen use a mild detergent, gauze pads and hot water when cleaning equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)
A disassembled aircrew helmet lays on a table on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Sept. 5. The helmet is disassembled by Airmen from the 2nd Operations Support Squadron aircrew flight equipment in order to be cleaned. The Airmen also ensure nothing is broken or cracked. (U.S. Air Force photo/Airman 1st Class Benjamin Gonsier)(RELEASED)