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Video by Tech. Sgt. Nicholas Kurtz

BOWST Saves Bucks

Defense Media Activity - Air Force

July 19, 2013 | 3:13

News Package about the Boom Operator Weapon System Trainer, a virtual air refueling simulator that's saving the Air Force millions of dollars per year. Available in high definition.

Lead: It's no secret that the Air Force is doing all it can to cut costs, but that doesn't necessarily mean having to cut capabilities. TSgt Nicolas Kurtz shows us how virtual flight training at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma is preparing airmen for the mission while saving real money.