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AFE Airmen maintain integrity of aircrew helmets

HGU-55P helmets sit on a table awaiting inspection on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17, 2013. Airmen from the 2nd Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment inspect the helmets every 30 days to ensure they work properly and continue to provide pilots and officers with basic head protection, sound attenuation, symbology, weapons cueing and a communication system for aircrew personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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AFE Airmen maintain integrity of aircrew helmets

Airman 1st Class Kristin Rush, 2nd Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment journeyman, places a tape label on a HGU-55P helmet on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17, 2013. The label is marked 30 days from the time of its last inspection, providing a reminder of when the next inspection is due. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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AFE Airmen maintain integrity of aircrew helmets

Airman 1st Class Kristin Rush, 2nd Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment journeyman, prints a tape label on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17, 2013. Rush used a P-Touch tape label to print out the next inspection date for a HGU-55P helmet. The helmet is inspected every 30 days to maintain its integrity. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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AFE Airmen maintain integrity of aircrew helmets

Airman 1st Class Kristin Rush, 2nd Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment journeyman, places RTV silicone rubber sealant on a screw on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17, 2013. RTV is used to reinforce screws attached to the chin and nape strap on a HGU-55P helmet. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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AFE Airmen maintain integrity of aircrew helmets

Airman 1st Class William Smith, 2nd Operational Support Squadron Aircrew Flight Equipment journeyman, washes a breathing hose with mild detergent and water on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 17, 2013. The breathing hose needs to be sanitized every 30 days to prevent contaminates from building up and possibly causing harm to the pilot using it. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Joseph A. Pagán Jr.)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

2nd Lt. Alexander Sigler, Honor Guard member, is presented a folded flag from Senior Airman Shawn Morgan during a practice ceremony on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. Honor Guard Airmen prepare for moments like this when strong, military bearing is a necessity. It takes anywhere from four to six weeks for new Airmen to become fully Honor Guard qualified. Once trained, they receive their full uniforms and are then eligible to begin performing details. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Members from the Barksdale Honor Guard practice a three-volley salute on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. A three-volley salute is a tradition which dates back to the European dynastic wars where fighting ceased to collect the dead, and three shots were fired which signaled the battle could resume. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Senior Airman Shawn Morgan , Barksdale Honor Guardsman, awaits the completion of a firing party and TAPS to present the flag to a next-of-kin on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. Honor Guard Airmen prepare for moments like this when strong, military bearing is a necessity. Barksdale's Honor Guard covers a 53,000 square mile area ranging from Texas to Louisiana, covering events from funerals, posting and presenting of colors and retirements. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Members from the Barksdale Honor Guard begin a flag folding procedure on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. The flag is carefully folded into the shape of a tri-cornered hat, to signify the hats worn by colonial soldiers during the war for Independence. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Members from the Barksdale Honor Guard begin a flag folding procedure on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. Honor Guard Airmen perform a variety of ceremonies to honor veterans and retirees such as retirement ceremonies, promotion ceremonies, service as pall-bearers and public events. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Airmen from the Barksdale Honor Guard practice a retired flag sequence fold on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. The Honor Guard has covered more than 600 events in 2013 including funerals, posting and presenting of colors and retirements. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

The Barksdale Honor Guard practices removing a casket from a hearse on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. These Airmen train constantly to perfect their role as Honor Guardsmen, practicing drill and ceremony during their rotation, which can last from one to three months. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Airmen from the Barksdale Honor Guard approach a hearse to unload a casket on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. During their rotation cycles, Honor Guardsmen practice various details daily in order to keep their skills sharp and present a professional image during events they are called to execute. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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Barksdale Honor Guard practice for excellence

Airmen from the Barksdale Honor Guard practice a hearse arrival sequence on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 12, 2013. The roles of the Honor Guard include conducting memorial services for deceased veterans and retiring personnel. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 OSS airfield management Airmen help keep flightline operational

Senior Airman Meghan Glass, 2nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management, adjusts a flight plan as she talks to an Airman in the control tower on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 11, 2013. Airfield management Airmen are responsible for the overall management of AM facilities and services to provide a safe, efficient and effective airfield environment for aircraft operations. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 OSS airfield management Airmen help keep flightline operational

Senior Airman Meghan Glass, 2nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management, looks over flight maps and a flight plan on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 11, 2013. Airfield management Airmen use this system to check and correct any errors in an aircraft?s flight plan. These flight plans are utilized in day-to-day operations as well as exercises and inspections to help complete the B-52H Stratofortress mission of Barksdale. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 OSS airfield management Airmen help keep flightline operational

Staff Sgt. Stephen Lasher, 2nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management, conducts a random identification check on Tech. Sgt. Andrew Nawrocki, 2nd Aircraft Maintenance Squadron shift supervisor, on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 11, 2013. Lasher regularly checks all personnel driving on the flight line to make sure they are certified to drive on the flight line and runway. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 OSS airfield management Airmen help keep flightline operational

Staff Sgt. Stephen Lasher, 2nd Operations Support Squadron airfield management, communicates with the air traffic control tower to gain permission before driving onto the runway on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 11, 2013. Airfield management Airmen search the flight line and runway daily for spalling, foreign object debris and other damage that may have occurred over time. Spalling is when a part of the runway breaks and creates holes or gaps, spreading debris across the runway. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 LRS vehicle maintenance Airmen keep Barksdale moving

Airman 1st Class Troy Haase, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance technician, looks over a Technical Order on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 10, 2013. TOs are step-by-step instruction manuals used by Airmen that list proper tools needed, hazards to be aware of and protective gear needed to accomplish the task safely. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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2 LRS vehicle maintenance Airmen keep Barksdale moving

Airman 1st Class Daniel Ward, 2nd Logistics Readiness Squadron vehicle maintenance technician, reattaches a retaining spring for rear brakes of a truck on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., Dec. 10, 2013. The vehicle maintenance section on Barksdale is responsible for repairing and conducting regular checks on a fleet worth more than $40 million. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Kristin High)

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