Working for CSX Transportation (Railroad) at Russell Yard in Russell Kentucky as a carman/welder. As the rail cars come into the yard, Carmen inspect and repair Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and American Association of Railroads (AAR) safety and brake defects. We also perform air brake test to insure the brakes work on 100% of the cars departing the yard for other locations. Carman ensures rail cars are safe, and all components are working efficiently.
Other Comments:
I worked for the same railroad before my Air Force career, building and repairing rail cars at the Raceland Car Shops, from 1977 to 1982.
1984-1991, RC-135 Cobra Ball
From Year 1984
To Year 1991
Personal Memories
Stationed at Offutt AFB, Ne., 55th Field Maintenance Squadron, Metals Technology Shop.
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RC-135 Cobra Ball Details
Aircraft/Missile Information
RC-135 Rivet Joint Description Role Reconnaissance Crew 27 (augmented): 3 Pilots, 2 Navigators, 22 Recon Crewmembers Dimensions Length 135 ft 41.1 m Wingspan 131 ft 39.9 m Height 42 ft 12.8 m Wing area 2,433 ft� 226 m� Weights Empty 98,466 lb 44,664 kg Loaded 106,306 lb 48,220 kg Maximum take-off 297,000 lb 134,000 kg Powerplant Engines Four CFM International F108-CF-201 high bypass turbofan engines Thrust 21600 lbf Performance Maximum speed 500 mph (Mach 0.66) 800 km/h Combat range 3,900 mi 6,500 km Ferry range Service ceiling 44,000 ft 13.4 km
