BLUF

The U.S. Air Force is investigating the death of an airman during a physical fitness test, highlighting ongoing concerns about training safety, medical screening, and organisational responsibility in balancing readiness with personnel wellbeing.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Examine the risks of fitness testing in high-intensity military environments.
  • Identify strategies to enhance health screening and emergency response during training.
  • Apply lessons to ensure balance between readiness standards and aircrew safety.

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