Occasionally used as counterweights in control surfaces (like ailerons or tails) due to its high density. 2. Safety and Handling Protocols
Beyond radiation, legacy jets carry other environmental "legacies" that are heavily regulated: 2022---The-radioactive-legacy-of-the-old-fighter-jets
When interacting with legacy aircraft at "boneyards" like , strict safety measures are mandatory: 2022---The-radioactive-legacy-of-the-old-fighter-jets
Radioactive dials must remain sealed. If a glass face is cracked, it must be treated as a hazardous spill. 2022---The-radioactive-legacy-of-the-old-fighter-jets