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May 6, 2025
Precision under pressure: Behind the mission with Aircrew Flight Equipment Airmen

At Hurlburt Field, Aircrew Flight Equipment technicians make sure aircrew have the gear they need. From flotation devices to communication systems, they help keep missions safe from start to finish.AFE technicians inspect and prepare gear not only before mobilization, but they assess and reset
Oct. 1, 2020
AFE ensures safety for Air Commandos

The 8th Special Operations Squadron aircrew flight equipment office inspects and maintains all flight equipment for the CV-22B Osprey tiltrotor aircraft to ensure the successful completion of Air Force special operations missions any time, any place.
Feb. 9, 2017
Dreams never fade

On the morning of her son’s third birthday, a mother woke up and began her daily routine. Like other days, she started her day with a run on her treadmill. As she finished her run, she took a moment to regain her breath and watch the morning news.The news that morning showed something she had never

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