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Possible extension of U-2 operations, according to noted British journalist Chris Pocock. Things are getting interesting, assuming he is somewhat accurate. https://dragonladytoday.com/2024/08/17/keep-the-u-2-by-downsizing-the-operation/

I remember this. Only 4 days later, the B-52 airshow practice fatal crash occurred, also at Fairchild. It really was epic combat shooting by the SF Airman.

UhHello, That's good to hear. However, I'd put the CATM folks in a different category than the "line" SF troops. The CATM guys enjoy shooting and shoot a lot.

Haha... if you ever went to M9 qual and watched the young SF Airmen shoot with you, you would know this is a pipe dream.

Nope. He's Fox News' very own "stupid son of a bitch" (according to POTUS).

Do any of you know this ex AF Flight Surgeon? https://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/lets-honor-the-past-but-bid-farewell-to-the-blue-angels/

Today is 1 August... On this date in 1955, Tony LeVier went for a taxi test on Groom Lake in a new Lockheed aircraft that had yet to be flown. However, the aircraft had different plans, and before he knew it, Tony was airborne in what was the unplanned 1st flight of the U-2. So today, the pressure-breathing, pressure-suited prima donnas celebrate 69 years above 69,000 feet. And tomorrow, over 25% of all living U-2 pilots on the planet will gather for an exceptional Homecoming to celebrate the solo flights of what could be the last class of U-2 trainees. Hail Dragons

The Navy T-38 pilot in the orange shirt is FISHRAG! Good guy!! It was great to see Clayton Bigsby after so many years too!

The T-50 was the obvious choice. But... they couldn't let Lockheed win another big contract.

No, this LT waa going to a fixed wing program. I'll see if I can find him and ask.

1. I don't believe we have the resources. The USAF is financially broke. I mean hard broke. 2. About 3 months ago we sent a casual Lieutenant to a UPT program they are doing in Georgetown Texas. I can't recall specifics, but it sounded very interesting and pretty far outside the box for what I'd expect from the USAF. Very glad to see it and curious how it will pan out.

What's wrong with the AF... and with Boeing? They are supposed to be working TOGETHER on the T-7 procurement, not against each other. The AF never put out a requirement for an internal ladder in the signed contract. And how does Boeing get so far into the development without calling the AF and saying "hey, did you want a crew ladder?" They are (or were) the design "experts". They didn't catch this? Now it's too late and the "solution" is they will carry a portable ladder with them. And apparently, it will lean against the side of the jet because the side rails are not capable of hanging a T-38 style ladder there. How is the incompetence that bad on a $30M trainer? Shameful.

I tried, Biff: denied, "cleared straight in". 👎 It was a zoo getting in. But fun!!

Clayton found me! Really cool to see him after so many years. Old Crow made it in today. Somehow, they got her fixed up. I'm part of the A-37 "Warbirds in Review" at 1000 , but with the rain it may be indoor and televised. SHFP: Mark's flown the -86. We shall see.

I'll arrive in the A-37 Sunday afternoon. It departs Thursday morning early.

I like the patch. Around the aircraft, there are often a number of people from MX. Woth the patch,. I'm able to easily tell who is from which specialty. And it sure beats the small badge that many specialties are given. I still cannot tell the difference between any of them.

Same at United. I like it.

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At $40M per copy, it better do something

Can you copy and paste the article? I don't have a subscription.

Actually, the other pilot, Mark Peterson, flew the display. He's a lm excellent display pilot and also flies the P-51 and Alpha Jet displays. And yes, it's a hoot to fly. Sounds like a T-38, not a Tweet.

Unfortunately no, I'm heading back to Sacramento in a couple hours. A-37 should fly around 1055. Yesterday, he flew after the T-33.

I will pick WB FO over NB FO every time.

The A-37 arrives today. I'll arrive late Friday and leave Sunday afternoon. Mark is doing the display flying and is really good at it. We asked Hill to have the plane parked in the public area, and not sequestered off in the Hot Pits. Our goal is for people to see this rare plane up close. I'll be near the jet most of the day. Come by and say hi.