Air Force trims AWACS tours after Iraq two choppers down
The Air Force seeks shorter AWACs radar crew tours to cut friendly fire risk after two U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopters were shot down by misidentified F-15s over northern Iraq. A Pentagon and Air Force study cited crew performance lapses, poor air picture building, and misidentification, with recommendations to boost pilot recognition of slow aircraft and situational training. The report says the incident was not systemic but warned of factors like ongoing relocations and deployments affecting future performance.
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National and World News Update Hotline Info
I W Access provides latest national and world news updates. Call 865 5000 and enter 6705 for national news or 6700 for world news.
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Lawrence Weather and Lake Reports and Road Access
Lawrence weather summary notes Wednesday high 72 and overnight low 37 with no precipitation. Historical reference shows high 92 in 1938 and low 30 in 1937. Lake Clinton at 64 with level 876.13 and normal 875.5. Perry at 65 with level 891.36 and normal 891.5. Road contacts listed for Kansas highway and turnpike authorities with access line. Moon phases indicate last half journal dates and upcoming new and full phases.
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Weekend Weather Outlook With Mild Temperatures Ahead
Forecast offers clear tonight with a low near 45 and southeast winds 5 to 15 mph. Friday brings partly cloudy skies and a high near 72 with east winds 5 to 10 mph. Saturday expected dry with highs in the 70s and lows around 40. Sunday shows a mix of sun and a chance of rain with highs in the 70s and lows near 40. Monday cool with a chance for rain.
U S troops guard Europe Haiti Korea and the Balkans
U S forces are stretched defending Europe Haiti Korea and the Balkans while thousands more head to the Middle East. Pentagon leaders say two major regional conflicts can be fought simultaneously though budget cuts raise concerns about long term fund needs.
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Bank robber foil by fake beard in Santa Rosa
David Frank Anderson, 52, jailed on suspicion of armed robbery after a disguise backfired at American Savings Bank. Loan officers Steve Sanders and Harry Coffey chased the suspect into a parking garage bathroom where meter maids helped detain him. The robber shed his beard and wig, changed clothes, and was captured with the money and gun in his backpack.
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Urban gorilla settles at zoo
Ivan the gorilla arrived at Zoo Atlanta after a 27 year solitary life in Tacoma. The cross country flight was eased by a juice and tranquilizer tailcock. He played with a pinwheel and greeted staff with happy noises as his box of toys including a Frisbee were unloaded. The tranquilizers wore off mid flight and handlers read to him from Congo.
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