 PRIVATE JEAN-PIERRE BOIVIN
On the 16th of May 2003, Private Boivin enthusiastically volunteered to partake in the de-snagging and ground maintenance run of a CF18. During the engine run up Private Boivin noticed that the tail hook flag had separated from its braided attachment and was being blown forward towards the right engine intake. Since the ground crew had not seen this, he immediately notified the run up supervisor, who instructed the run up technician to shut down the right engine. Private Boivin's quick and decisive action was instrumental in preventing foreign object damage from being ingested into the right engine.
Despite his lack of experience, Private Boivin exhibited professionalism and dedication to safe operations beyond his years. His immediate actions averted a serious Flight Safety incident. In recognition he is awarded this Flight Safety For Professionalism award.
Private Jean-Pierre Boivin serves with 416 Tactical Fighter Squadron, 4 Wing, Cold Lake.
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