Podcasts about aircrew flight equipment

Have you ever wondered who packs the parachutes for those "cool guy" videos of Air Force Special Tactics team jumping into enemy territory or pilots ejecting from high-speed aircraft? The answer lies with the Aircrew Flight Equipment personnel, also known as "Parachute Riggers." They have one of the most important jobs in the Air Force, ensuring that the parachute opens flawlessly every time. It's not just operators who are crucial to the mission in Air Force Special Tactics or Rescue Squadrons. We also rely on a large group of Special Warfare Mission Support AFSC's to help us achieve our goals. SMSgt Gabe Macias is just one of these professionals, and he kindly joined us on this episode to discuss everything these Air Force Airmen can contribute to a wide range of Air Force Missions. We are grateful to SMSgt Macias for his insights and hope you enjoy this episode.00:00 - Background02:55 - What is AFE13:40 - ST/RQS Track for AFE16:40 - Challenges in AFE (ST/RQS)21:50 - Stresses of packing chutes23:00 - AFE going to jump school26:48 - AFE = Multi-Capable Airmen29:00 - Type of people AFE is looking for31:00 - AFE Tech School35:00 - Outside the USAF OpportunitiesDon't forget to subscribe to the Podcast on your favorite player! http://bit.ly/2OG2OlfHave a question?  Email us at info@onesready.comFollow us on Instagram http://bit.ly/2OeNoFIAs always, THANK YOU for your support, we truly appreciate it.#podcast #military The views and opinions expressed by the OnesReady team and any guests are those of the team and themselves and do not reflect the official policy or position of the DoD. Any content our Podcast guests, bloggers, sponsors, or authors provide is their opinion. It is not intended to malign the DoD, any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, or anyone.Collabs:18A Fitness - Promo Code: 1ReadyAlpha Brew Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYATAC Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADYCardoMax - Promo Code: ONESREADYEberlestock - Promo Code: OR10Hoist - Promo Code: ONESREADYStrike Force Energy - Promo Code: ONESREADYTrench Coffee Company - Promo Code: ONESREADYGrey Man Gear - Promo Code: ONESREADY The content provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The host, guests, and affiliated entities do not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided. The use of this podcast does not create an attorney-client relationship, and the podcast is not liable for any damages resulting from its use. Any mention of products or individuals does not constitute an endorsement. All content is protected by intellectual property laws. By accessing or using this you agree to these terms and conditions.

**Leadership Episode** Today’s episode is personal for me, as it is an interview with the most impactful mentor and leader of my career, John Salazar, more often known as “Sal”.  He was my first supervisor, I deployed with him, and he has followed me throughout my career.  His mentorship and drive to see me succeed had monumental impact. Sal has had a dynamic career, starting out as a Crew chief for the KC-135, Becoming Aircrew as a Boom Operator, then changing careers into Aircrew Flight Equipment, and attained the rank of chief in a superintendent position.  He is well known across the UTANG for his tenacity, service, and like-ability. For today’s skillset challenge: One of the things Sal talks about is: deserving what you put up with.  This can come in many forms, in our relationships we may allow someone to treat us poorly, as a leader we may tolerate inferior work, or it could be with ourselves when we allow ourselves to slip into poor habits.  Sal also talks about how opportunity doesn’t discriminate; if you are not ready it will pass you by all the same.  We must prepare ourselves and our environment with high standards to be ready for new opportunity.  This is today’s challenge. Pick one place you may have been frustrated or complaining and find your own voice.  This doesn’t mean you have to be forceful or angry with your approach, finding ways to hold a standard in a respectful way is more likely to get the results you are looking for.  You can start with something small like making a list of all the places you are tolerating poor behavior in different categories and pick one to strategize to make better.    When I did this, I realized that I am allowing myself to miss workouts, and then expected to still get results.  Knowing this I decided that if my day became too demanding for a full workout, I would find a way to at minimum sneak in a mini home workout before I go to bed.  If you are up to the challenge, Share with me what you are no longer going to tolerate on the TAMF website or social media sites.  In the interview John Salazar explains: Joining in his 30s Leaving for basic as a parent Deploying more than 30 times Learning the importance of education Positioning to become Boom Operator Positioning to be a chief You deserve what you put up with Doing service work Indomitable spirit   For more information and for his full bio visit www.tamfpodcast.com/sal  Great Quotes from Sal: "If you succeed at everything you attempt, you are attempting the wrong things."   "If you can accept change you will survive, if you can create change you will be successful."   "Opportunity will not discriminate if you are not ready it will pass you by."   "The regret of not trying something will wear on you forever."   "You deserve everything you tolerate."   "Whatever you do be the best at it."

Because of the speed and altitude they fly at, fighter pilots have to wear a lot of protective gear. Petty Officer Aaron Sperle takes us to the shop at Misawa Air Base, Japan where that equipment is repaired and kept ready to go.

In this Pacific Newsbreak, USS Ronald Reagan ports in Busan, South Korea, and Airmen play a vital role in Aircrew Flight Equipment in Kunsan.

The Airmen who run the Aircrew Flight Equipment shop with the 14th Fighter Squadron take their job seriously.

Marines put on their beer goggles at Marine Corps Air Station Futenma​, and AFE ensures aircrew safety at Kunsan Air Base​.