Third study of mortality and cancer incidence in aircraft maintenance personnel: a continuing study of F-111 Deseal/Reseal personnel 2009
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Topic: Veterans
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AIHW (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare) (2009) Third study of mortality and cancer incidence in aircraft maintenance personnel: a continuing study of F-111 Deseal/Reseal personnel 2009, AIHW, Australian Government, accessed 24 June 2026.
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In 1977, the Royal Australian Air Force commenced a series of Deseal / Reseal (DSRS) programs on the fuel tanks of F-111 aircraft. These programs were implemented to correct fuel leaks inside the F-111 fuel tanks. A number of concerns were raised about health outcomes in personnel who worked on these programs.This report builds on previous findings from studies on mortality and cancer incidence of personnel who worked on the DSRS programs. The report will be a valuable resource for policy makers, program managers and health professionals interested in health outcomes of military personnel.
- ISSN: 1039-3307
- ISBN: 978 1 74024 866 2
- Cat. no: CAN 41
- Pages: 22
Findings from this report:
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F-111 Deseal/Reseal personnel had slightly elevated cancer incidence compared with non-exposed personnel
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The results of the study were inconclusive, and a repeat study is recommended to improve certainty about the findings