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Elaine Vreeland, a manager with the University of Phoenix, tries on a 75-pound EOD bomb suit and did three push-ups while wearing the gear. “I’m so impressed with this group, and I’m very grateful that they’re protecting us,” Vreeland said. “I’m grateful for the sacrifice they make and the sacrifice their families make.” (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Crystal Charriere)
by Senior Airman Crystal Charriere
419th Fighter Wing Public Affairs
8/14/2012 - HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah -- Civilian employers of 419th Fighter Wing reservists were given an inside look at the wing and their employees' Reserve careers during Employer Appreciation Day here Aug. 11.
Employers took part in a variety of activities that displayed the wing's diverse mission. The highlight of the day was a flight aboard a KC-10 Extender to observe an F-16 aerial refuel. The guests also participated in an explosive ordnance disposal demonstration where they tried on an EOD bomb suit, and handled some of the weapons used by security forces, like the M-4 and M-16. Employers also saw fighter pilot life support equipment and learned about the gear reservists use while deployed.
