Air Force Now 221

Year Published: 1980

Complete Record: Carter P. Luna Physiological Training Center: The training center provides education and training to help aircrew members survive the physiological emergencies of today and tomorrow. In the realm of high technology air-to-air combat in highly maneuverable aircraft, physiological problems such as blackout are a real possibility. Research conducted at the Carter P. Luna Physiological Training Center, and other such facilities around the Air Force, helps aircrew members overcome the physiological factors of flight. The Suggestion Program: Send in your suggestion, you have the opportunity to save the Air Force big bucks and earn a cash award. The Eagle Squadron: This month’s Project Warrior segment tells the story of American volunteer pilots who helped Great Britain prevent a Nazi invasion of the British Isles. Once the United States entered World War II, members of Eagle Squadron went on to become leaders in the Army Air Corps.