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Fuel tank leak? No problem!

Senior Airman Alexander Ritterback and Staff Sgt. Anthony Lucarelli, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems technicians, read a technical order during a routine training event at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 26, 2022. In addition to troubleshooting aircraft fuel leaks, the Airmen also maintain and operate petroleum, hydrazine and cryogenic facilities and equipment. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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Fuel tank leak? No problem!

Staff Sgt. Alvin Cortez, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems technicians, looks out the cockpit of an F-16 Fighting Falcon during a Routine Training Event (RTE) at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, April 26, 2022. The maintenance specialists are responsible for inspecting aircraft fuel cells and tanks for foreign objects, corrosion and cell deterioration. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

Staff Sgt. Pawel Olszowski and Senior Airman Donald Anderson, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialists, control and contain a simulated hydrazine leak from an F-16 Fighting Falcon during training at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The hydrazine solution used by F-16s consists of 70 percent hydrazine and 30 percent water, classifying it as a hazardous material. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

Staff Sgt. Pawel Olszowski, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialist, sets a caution sign during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The hydrazine solution used by F-16s consists of 70 percent hydrazine and 30 percent water, classifying it as a hazardous material. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

A 35th Fighter Squadron F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot reacts during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. Hydrazine, also known as H-70, is utilized in the jet to restart the jet engine in an emergency scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

A maintainer from the 35th Aircraft Maintenance Unit waits for simulated medical treatment during a F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak training scenario at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. Hydrazine, considered a hazardous material, can cause serious bodily harm if exposed. Upon exposure, personnel are ordered to maintain a 50-foot distance from the scene. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

A firefighter with the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron escorts an F-16 Fighting Falcon pilot from the 35th Fighter Squadron during a simulated F-16 hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. Hydrazine, also known as H-70, is utilized in the fighter jet to restart the jet engine in an emergency scenario. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

A firefighter with the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron waits to respond during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The firefighters and 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialists responded to the emergency training, rescued the fighter pilot and contained the hazardous material. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

Senior Airman Donald Anderson, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialist, dons his personal protective equipment during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The aircraft fuels systems specialists wear PPE resistant to the hazardous material that is extremely reactive and explosive to oxidizing agents and metals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

A firefighter from the 8th Civil Engineer Squadron turns a water gauge from a fire truck during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The firefighters and 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialists responded to the emergency training, rescued the fighter pilot and contained the hazardous material. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

Eighth Maintenance Group quality assurance inspectors monitor the scene during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The inspectors evaluated maintenance procedures and operations, while the 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialists and 8th Civil Engineer Squadron firefighters responded to the emergency training. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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MXS, CES cleanse simulated hazardous material

Staff Sgt. Pawel Olszowski, 8th Maintenance Squadron aircraft fuels systems specialist, dons his personal protective equipment during a simulated F-16 Fighting Falcon hydrazine leak at Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 4, 2021. The aircraft fuels systems specialists wear PPE resistant to the hazardous material that is extremely reactive and explosive to oxidizing agents and metals. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Mya M. Crosby)
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Maintainers launch airpower during RED FLAG-Alaska 21-2

A fuel hose lays on the ground underneath an F-16 Fighting Falcon assigned to Kunsan Air Base, Republic of Korea, at Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, June 18, 2021. Laboratory petroleum, oil and lubricants Airmen ensure the fuels distributed to aircraft are safe and within guidelines to ensure the F-16’s mission success. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Suzie Plotnikov)
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