Ok. I figured if the USAF zigs, the USN will zag. Because reasons.
We also used DC headsets when I was a TPS student in 2014- the only time I flew with a headset on active duty. It’s very possible they’ve been replaced. @IKE ?
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We also used DC headsets when I was a TPS student in 2014- the only time I flew with a headset on active duty. It’s very possible they’ve been replaced. @IKE ?
Did you find the article?
As has been mentioned before, ANR technology isn't great at surviving in the EM world around a boat. I know you're specifically referencing headsets, but looking at the bigger picture, any COTS solution for hearing protection is probably going to need additional shielding to be successful in that environment.
Ok what service are these folks in the OCPs?
Looks like hot wx OCP, OTB footwear, Team Wendy helmet with comms,bnot sure of the harness/vest....
These are definitely Navy guys. This is pretty common among the AWSs these days.
These are OTB boots. Super comfortable. Very popular with Air Force tanker /transport folks in tan/coyote
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Hard toe? Just googled them. they look comfy but fumble that starter and you gonna have an ouchy.
SMT = SAR Med Tech (on the white helmet)
I’m surprised that Trump didn’t demand the Canadian swim back to the boat.
Are steel toe boots/shoes no longer a requirement?
Steel toe boots are required when aboard ship or in ejection seat aircraft.
I'm loving my Rocky S2Vs since I'm permanently on shore tours.
I recently went with Reebok Sublite boots for flying at work. FOD-free sole, very lightweight, and still has a protected toe (no idea if USN would approve, because I don't care anymore). Sizes the same as my old issue Bellevilles, which finally fell apart after over a decade of service.
Reebok Sublite Cushion 8" Side-Zip Composite-Toe Military Boots RB8809
Go lighter, move faster! Reebok Sublite Cushion Boots deliver Composite Toe protection, Sublite EVA cushioning, and MemoryTech comfort. AFI 36-2903 Compliant.
www.combatfootwear.com
One of the many epiphanies at being in AF Land the last 6 years - steel toes are a joke. AF aircrew footwear standards are incredibly flexible and geared to mission accomplishment and comfort regardless of aircraft type. I personally believe NAVAIR insistence on steel loes is silly. I have a Reservist colleague, F-22 guy who wore Oakley boots.