Falcon parts receive x-rays

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Arguello, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection (NDI) craftsman, performs a pre-launch inspection on an LPX160 x-ray unit at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 8, 2017. The NDI flight is tasked with performing inspections on various pieces of equipment and tools around base. The checks detect possible corrosion and wear and tear received from repeated uses, ensuring the durability of items and safety of aircraft. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Marco Gonzalez, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection (NDI) apprentice, measures the distance from the discharge point to a receiving platform on an LPX160 x-ray unit machine at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2017. Airmen assigned to the 20th EMS NDI flight use the machine to check for any interior damage or scratches on serviced items. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Marco Gonzalez, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection apprentice, activates an x-ray testing siren outside the x-ray vault at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2017. The siren alerts the facility and any outside service members that radioactive waves are being fired by emitting a blinking red and yellow light. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

Airmen assigned to the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection flight utilize the darkroom to process x-rays of equipment sent to the facility. The flight is tasked with performing x-rays on aircraft parts and seeking out possible damage in asset infrastructure. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Arguello, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection craftsman, views developed film in the darkroom at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 8, 2017. Arguello utilized a film processor to develop images of a piece of equipment to spot damage not visible to the naked-eye. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Arguello, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection (NDI) craftsman, uses a film magnifier to inspect x-ray film in the darkroom at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 7, 2017. After the film has been developed, Airmen assigned to the NDI flight inspect the x-rays and report any damage to the maintenance agencies that requested the testing. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Anthony Arguello, 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection (NDI) craftsman, stores film files after darkroom processing at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 8, 2017. Airmen assigned to the 20th EMS NDI flight store x-ray files for task accountability based on equipment type. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

Torque shafts sit on a table at the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection (NDI) facility at Shaw Air Force Base, S.C., March 8, 2017. Airmen assigned to the NDI flight x-rayed torque shafts to check for corrosion and damage. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado)

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Falcon parts receive x-rays

Published March 8, 2017
By Airman 1st Class Christopher Maldonado
20th Fighter Wing Public Affairs

SHAW AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. -- Airmen assigned to the 20th Equipment Maintenance Squadron non-destructive inspection flight utilize numerous resources to ensure the safety of the assets on Shaw Air Force Base, S.C. The flight is tasked with performing x-rays on aircraft parts, as well as troubleshooting damage in asset infrastructure. The utilization of these resources allow the flight to track down damages not visible to the naked-eye.