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October 2003

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Articles

Taking a Turn on Looking Out for Each Other, By RAdm. Dick Brooks

No Need for a Stan Check, By Lt. Scott McLain
The troops on the ground needed Hawkeye support, but the aircraft wasn’t cooperating.

We Are Going Where?, By LCdr. Patrick T. Moynihan
A HAC admits his impatience and gains an appreciation of crew concept.

CRM: Fish Food,
By Ltjg. Jason M. Gelfand, USCG
It’s no surprise that self-induced, near-death experiences get the most attention in the classroom or ready room.

Just Another "Ordinary" Landing? , By Lt. Dennis Metz
A blown tire on landing can put you in the mud.

Rollback on Rollout, By Lt. Dave Ehredt
There’s no substitute for a good visual scan, especially on rollout.

Fire on the Cat, By LCdr. Scott Moran
Maybe it’s time to review flight-deck emergencies.

"It Just Blew, I Swear" , By Lt. Geoffrey Bowman
The Hornet’s gun exploded. Why didn’t the pilot eject?

Mishap-Free Milestones

Vortex Ring State in the Clouds,
By Lt. Matt Knowles
A H-46 pilot confirms that “the indications taught throughout flight school and described in NATOPS are entirely accurate.”

Lights Out, Baby
A switch in the wrong position makes night landing even more challenging.

The Missed Midair , By Ltjg. John Egan, USCG
A student pilot takes a close look at holes in the clouds.

Arcing the Prowler , By Lt. Michael J. Szczerbinski
Jumping your EA-6B to get it started isn’t like jump starting your car.

Flying on Stem-Battery Power
Lots of questions, too few answers for this “green” Hornet pilot.

Letter to the Editor

Bravo Zulu

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