Air Force Safety Center

• Established in 1993: The Air Force Safety Center (AFSEC) was established on January 1, 1993, at Kirtland Air Force Base, New Mexico, consolidating various Air Force safety functions under one organization. • Mission: AFSEC’s primary mission is to safeguard Airmen, protect resources, and preserve combat capability by preventing mishaps through risk management and safety programs. • Global Reach: The Safety Center oversees safety programs for more than 685,000 personnel and assets worth hundreds of billions of dollars worldwide, including active duty, Guard, Reserve, and civilian members. • Four Safety Divisions: AFSEC is structured into four divisions: Aviation, Occupational, Weapons, and Space Safety, highlighting the scope of its responsibility. • Investigation Expertise: The Center leads and supports investigations of major mishaps involving aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and ground operations, using advanced technology and cross-service cooperation. • Flight Data Recorder Analysis: AFSEC operates a state-of-the-art Flight Data Recorder Analysis Center, helping to decode and analyze black box data for accident investigations. • Safety Education: The center provides formal safety education and training to thousands of Air Force personnel each year, including specialized courses for pilots, maintainers, and leaders. • Annual Safety Awards: The Air Force Safety Center administers the prestigious Air Force Safety Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to safety from units and individuals. • Bird/Wildlife Aircraft Strike Hazard (BASH) Program: AFSEC leads the Air Force’s BASH program, which develops strategies and technologies to reduce wildlife hazards to aircraft, saving lives and equipment. • Innovative Initiatives: AFSEC has implemented initiatives such as the Airman Safety App, enabling Airmen to report hazards and near-misses in real time, fostering a proactive safety culture.