Hanscom Air Force Base
Base Background
Hanscom Air Force Base began operations in the early 1940’s as an airfield, initially training fighter squadrons for active combat. The site also included a radar testing facility, and radar technology was rapidly expanding at the time. In the 1950’s, the airfield expanded to include more hangers, runways, and testing facilities. Currently, Hanscom AFB is home to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and 66th Air Base Group.
Known Toxins
The following chart outlines the toxins associated with this military location and the potential effects of exposure.*
| Toxin | Potential Effects | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong | Good | Limited | ||
| Chlorinated Solvents | Potential Effects | - | Childhood Leukemias, Adult-Onset Leukemias | - |
| Jet Fuel | Potential Effects | - | - | - |
| Petroleum | Potential Effects | - | - | Multiple myeloma, Laryngeal cancer |
If you were stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base and later experienced adverse health effects, you may be eligible for compensation.
*Effects are according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Agency for Toxic Substances & Disease Registry unless otherwise noted.