Air Force
AFSC 2A6X1
Aerospace Propulsion
Air Force 2A6X1 (Aerospace Propulsion) typically involves general military occupational duties.
Common Exposures
💪 Physical Strain
Prolonged sitting, repetitive typing
Likely Service-Connected Conditions
| Diagnostic Code | Condition | Likelihood | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5237 | Lumbosacral or cervical strain | High | Physical job demands commonly contribute to chronic back strain |
| 8100 | Migraine | Low | Screen time and stress |
| 9434 | Major depressive disorder | Low | Work stress |
☢️ PACT Act & Toxic Exposure
Select the era that best matches when you served to see how this job’s toxic exposures changed over time.
Vietnam Era
📅 1962-1975
Asbestos
Exposure from older brakes, insulation, gaskets, and engine-room materials.
Diesel / JP Fuel
Routine fuel exposure during engine maintenance and repair.
Hydraulic Fluid
Exposure during repair of fluid power systems and equipment.
Noise
Chronic machinery and engine noise exposure.
Solvents
Degreasers, parts cleaners, and solvent baths used in mechanical work.
Cold War Era
📅 1945-1991
Asbestos
Exposure from older brakes, insulation, gaskets, and engine-room materials.
Asbestos
Heavy asbestos exposure in ship insulation, engine rooms, and brake systems.
Diesel / JP Fuel
Routine fuel exposure during engine maintenance and repair.
Hydraulic Fluid
Exposure during repair of fluid power systems and equipment.
Lead
Lead-based paints, solder, and industrial coatings in older platforms.
Noise
Chronic machinery and engine noise exposure.
Solvents
Degreasers, parts cleaners, and solvent baths used in mechanical work.
Gulf War Era
📅 1990-2001
Depleted Uranium
PACT Act
Potential uranium dust exposure in damaged or recovered vehicles.
Oil Contamination
PACT Act
Work on vehicles and equipment fouled by petroleum smoke and residue.
Asbestos
Exposure from older brakes, insulation, gaskets, and engine-room materials.
Diesel / JP Fuel
Routine fuel exposure during engine maintenance and repair.
Hydraulic Fluid
Exposure during repair of fluid power systems and equipment.
Noise
Chronic machinery and engine noise exposure.
Solvents
Degreasers, parts cleaners, and solvent baths used in mechanical work.
Post-9/11 Era
📅 2001-present
Burn Pits
PACT Act
Ongoing exposure to burn pit smoke while maintaining vehicles and generators.
PFAS Exposure
PACT Act
Potential PFAS exposure from contaminated base water or firefighting foam runoff.
Sand / Dust Particulates
PACT Act
Heavy dust ingress into engines and repair bays.
Asbestos
Exposure from older brakes, insulation, gaskets, and engine-room materials.
Diesel / JP Fuel
Routine fuel exposure during engine maintenance and repair.
Hydraulic Fluid
Exposure during repair of fluid power systems and equipment.
Noise
Chronic machinery and engine noise exposure.
Solvents
Degreasers, parts cleaners, and solvent baths used in mechanical work.