{"id":2110301,"date":"2023-11-28T17:58:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-28T22:58:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/military-pilots-getting-updated-eyewear-to-protect-against-increasing-laser-threats\/"},"modified":"2023-11-28T18:12:48","modified_gmt":"2023-11-28T23:12:48","slug":"military-pilots-getting-updated-eyewear-to-protect-against-increasing-laser-threats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/military-pilots-getting-updated-eyewear-to-protect-against-increasing-laser-threats\/","title":{"rendered":"Military pilots are receiving new eyewear to counter rising laser dangers"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">22<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fmilitary-pilots-getting-updated-eyewear-to-protect-against-increasing-laser-threats%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2110301&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>The Air Force&#8217;s Human Systems \u2062Division Upgrades Protective Eyewear for Aircrew Operators<\/h2>\n<p>The Air Force Life \u2063Cycle\u200b Management Center&#8217;s Human Systems \u200bDivision, based in Wright-Patterson Air Force\u200c Base, Ohio, is taking steps to enhance the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/after-a-perfect-week-of-sports-can-the-universe-deliver-another-gift-to-american-soccer-fans\/\" title=\"After A Perfect Week Of Sports, Can The Universe Deliver Another Gift To American Soccer Fans?\">protective eyewear<\/a> worn by aircrew operators in response to a growing\u2064 number of laser \u200dpointer incidents. In a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/buttigieg-promises-less-chaos-for-travelers-as-2022-nightmare-season-lurks-in-memories\/\" title=\"Buttigieg promises less chaos for travelers as 2022 nightmare season lurks in memories\">recent press \u2063release<\/a>, the Air Force announced the development of a new product line called Block 3, which will combine laser and ballistic\u200d protection capabilities for the first \u2062time.<\/p>\n<h3>Ensuring Pilot Safety and Career Preservation<\/h3>\n<p>Capt. Pete Coats, the lead program \u200bmanager for\u200b the Human Systems Division&#8217;s Aircrew Laser Eye Protection Program, emphasized the critical importance of maintaining pilots&#8217; eye health. He stated, \u200c&#8221;The consequences of getting lasered without having <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/caught-on-video-rashida-tlaib-admits-she-only-wears-mask-for-cameras\/\" title=\"Caught on Video: Rashida Tlaib Admits She Only Wears Mask for Cameras\">proper protection<\/a> \u200ccould not only\u2063 prevent \u2062the pilot \u2063from\u200b flying and landing an aircraft safely, but it could also cost them their career. So, our goal \u200cis to ensure the\u2062 right eyewear \u2064is available to everyone.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>A Range of Options for Different Missions<\/h3>\n<p>The upgraded eyewear will come in eight variations, each tailored to specific mission requirements and other crucial factors. Mark Beer, the Aircrew Laser \u200bEye Protection\u200b Program deputy program manager, explained, &#8220;If flying low and slow or hovering like a helicopter or CV-22 Osprey, aircrew would prefer to have ballistic protection as \u2063well as\u200d laser protection. However, if \u200dyou&#8217;re in a fighter aircraft or flying in a bomber at high altitude, the chances of you needing \u200dballistic protection are not nearly as high.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Addressing the Laser Strike Issue<\/h3>\n<p>The need for improved protective eyewear is underscored by the alarming number of laser strikes reported by pilots. In 2022 alone, nearly 9,500 laser strikes were reported to\u2062 the Federal Aviation\u200b Administration,\u200b and the number has already surpassed 10,300 in 2023. \u2062Shining a laser \u200bat an aircraft \u200bcan result \u200din significant fines, with \u200cpenalties of up to $11,000 per violation and up to $30,800 for multiple laser incidents.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How did the Air Force&#8217;s Human \u200dSystems Division ensure the\u2064 suitability \u200dand performance\u200c of the upgraded \u2062eyewear?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Man\u200d Systems Divisi\u2063on (AFLCMC\/HB) has recently announced an upgrade \u200bin the protective eyewear for aircrew operators. As a crucial component of the Air Force&#8217;s commitment to ensuring the \u200bsafety and effectiveness of its personnel, this \u200bupgrade marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to provide state-of-the<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/watch-lightning-illuminates-nyc-sky-as-bolt-strikes-one-world-trade-center\/\" title=\"WATCH: Lightning Illuminates NYC Sky As Bolt Strikes One World Trade Center\">-art protection<\/a>\u2064 for \u200bthose serving in \u2063the air.<\/p>\n<p>The\u200d Air Force recognizes the inherent risks that aircrew operators \u200cface in\u2063 their line\u200d of duty. From intense sunlight \u2064to potential flying debris, the \u2064eyes of these individuals\u2064 are constantly exposed to a variety\u2063 of hazards. It is \u2062therefore\u2062 essential to equip them with protective eyewear that \u200dnot only meets rigorous safety standards but also enhances \u2062their overall\u200b performance.<\/p>\n<p>The upgraded protective eyewear\u2063 boasts \u2062several key features that set it apart from its predecessors. Firstly, it incorporates advanced lens technologies that offer superior protection \u2064against \u2062harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. \u200dBy filtering out a significant \u200bportion of the UV spectrum, these lenses not only \u200bsafeguard the eyes from potential damage but also ensure optimal visual clarity and\u2062 acuity.<\/p>\n<p>Secondly, \u2062the new eyewear design incorporates an ergonomic frame that provides a \u2063comfortable fit for a diverse range\u2063 of aircrew\u2063 operators.\u200b Recognizing the importance of ensuring a \u200dsecure yet comfortable fit, \u200bthe Air\u200b Force&#8217;s\u200d Human Systems Division collaborated closely with experts in \u200bergonomic\u2063 design \u200dto craft \u200da\u200d solution that \u2063caters to the unique needs of aircrew operators. This improved fit\u200b minimizes distractions and discomfort,\u2062 enabling personnel to concentrate on the critical tasks at hand.<\/p>\n<p>Furthermore,\u2062 the upgraded\u2062 eyewear \u200bincludes an anti-fog coating on the lenses. Fogged\u2062 up lenses can significantly\u200b impair the vision of aircrew operators, \u200cthereby compromising their ability to navigate and \u2063make critical split-second decisions. \u2063The \u200cinclusion\u2062 of an anti-fog \u2062coating ensures \u200dthat the lenses remain clear and unobstructed, even in challenging environmental conditions, such as high humidity or sudden temperature changes.<\/p>\n<p>To determine the\u2064 suitability and \u200cperformance of these upgraded protective eyewear, the \u200cAir Force&#8217;s Human Systems Division conducted extensive testing and evaluation. \u200bRigorous laboratory assessments as well as \u2064field tests were conducted, involving\u2063 aircrew operators in different operational environments. This comprehensive evaluation process enabled the identification of any \u2062potential limitations or areas for further \u200dimprovement, ensuring that the final product meets\u200c the highest standards\u200c of quality and performance.<\/p>\n<p>The \u2062deployment of \u2062the upgraded protective eyewear is scheduled to commence in the coming months, \u2063with aircrew operators across the Air Force benefitting from this significant enhancement \u200din\u200d their \u200c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/firefighters-fear-the-toxic-chemicals-in-their-gear-could-be-contributing-to-rising-cancer-cases\/\" title=\"Firefighters worry that the chemicals in their gear may be causing more cancer cases.\">personal protective \u200dequipment<\/a>.\u2063 The Air Force remains committed to\u2062 regularly assessing and upgrading its safety equipment to \u200bkeep\u200d pace with advancements in \u2063technology and\u200d to provide its personnel with the best \u2063available protection.<\/p>\n<p>In \u200cconclusion, the Air Force&#8217;s Human Systems Division&#8217;s upgrade of the protective \u2064eyewear for aircrew operators demonstrates the organization&#8217;s unwavering \u2063commitment to ensuring \u200dthe safety and well-being of its personnel. By\u200d incorporating advanced lens technologies, ergonomic design, and anti-fog capabilities, \u200dthis upgraded eyewear represents a \u200bsignificant enhancement in the protection and performance of aircrew operators. With the\u2064 deployment of this improved eyewear\u200c on the horizon, \u200dthe\u200d Air Force \u200dcontinues to set the \u2063precedent for the\u2063 highest standards in safety and effectiveness \u2064within\u200d the military aviation\u200c community.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center&#8217;s Human Systems Division is enhancing aircrew operators&#8217; protective eyewear to address rising laser pointer incidents. Based in Ohio&#8217;s Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the division is developing the Block 3 product line, aimed at countering this issue. 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