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Biff_T Lead…How about sharing one? Start the Rodeo Clock.

TWZ also had this on the KC-390 https://www.twz.com/air/despite-setbacks-embraer-still-pitching-kc-390-as-air-force-ace-tanker-of-choice Embraer wants business, we should be talking to them, let’s make a deal

Who remembers the step test? It was a crowd favorite in the winter because we'd run outside down to some damn cold temps/wind chills.

You guys are not looking at the positives of the twice a year PT test. There is no reason to try for a 90/95% since you have to take it twice a year anyways. Min run that shit. The Kool aid drinkers will still try for high scores, so maybe once they're generals they at least won't be fat.

Well, you are getting pre-angry based on a speculative article by a disreputable source. And I did say "might" while you're calling names. Valid shot and you're quibbling 🇺🇸

Still doesn’t carry more than eight 463L pallets.

I was at Stansted a day after Trump and they stopped all traffic for a drone flying around. Two Ryan Air went around and departures stacked up about 12 deep. I can't imagine the chaos if it was Heathrow instead...or a day earlier when POTUS was there. Sadly, this will probably become more and more prevalent. We will soon miss the days of only a moronic jet pack guy farting around final.

Oh don't fool yourself, there still won't be any organized PT. Or any time at all during the duty day allotted to PT. This will all be on the individual's free time...as is tradition. Edit: I also predict no extra money for PT testers even though the amount of tests a year will nearly double...and each test will take longer to administer.

A330-NEO based MRTT coming soon. https://simpleflying.com/thailand-launch-customer-airbus-a330-mrtt-tanker/

The problem with that is that we’re even more dependent on Boeing Not confident they could build a modernized-135 again Embraer is hungry and giving the big 3 primes in our defense ecosystem something to consider I think would help But as we have the finest government money I think us buying an Embraer is a low probability Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Little late to comment but thought it worth noting. My dad and most of the other fighter guys I ever met who flew during that era had another name for him. He was universally known as Steve “Asshole” Ritchie.

Facing a shutdown because the Dems want shitloads of tax payer dollars to go to illegals. Has nothing to do with some TDY pocket change.

At that point, just start making KC-135s again.

Back in the news https://www.twz.com/air/business-jet-aerial-refueling-tankers-eyed-by-usaf Biz jet would be good (large cabin jet conversion) but I’d also say look at a small regional jet that has a freighter variant, E-175 E2 would probably be just bit more capable while still being affordable to buy in quantity. Add gravel kit and brake upgrades for ACE, hard points for missions other than Air-Land and defensive systems. Embraer wants to sell E-175s, they make Phenom 100s in Florida, a deal could be had methinks to get a good price, Buy American compliant and likely get a deal on a good T-1 replacement, Phenom 100s with upgrades to make them more than just ME trainers, architecture to carry Agile Pod, deploy new standoff weapons, exercise/training support & target emulation, etc…

He said 'might'

No. And WTF is with the personal attack? Try harder not to be an asshole.

You're getting pre-angry based on speculation from a yahoo article? You might be retarded.

If this FOGO All Call is just a speech on bullshit, what an epic fucking waste. That's like a Wing/CC holding everyone hostage at 5pm on a Friday to bitch about sideburns. For Pete's sake, Pete, if this is all it is, cancel it now before you embarrass yourself/USA. https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/hegseth-self-centered-reason-calling-221749640.html "A White House official separately told CNN that the meeting is meant to be a show of force, demonstrating what the military looks like under Trump." ‐------------ PS, it'll cost millions and govt is facing a shutdown situation. Bravo, Pete.

I really like the ACC letting the audience listen in on their video replay reviews. All leagues should do it. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app

That wasn’t ideal. I was surprised at our defenses inability to stop Virginia’s offense. I’m not going to blame officiating, although it did seem pretty lopsided… Seven days to turn it around and hopefully upset Miami. Doesn’t seem very likely at this point but we’ll see. Let’s see if USC can beat Illinois here in 1.5 hrs.

A school can’t get more elitist douchey than UVA.

ESPN just did a segment on the aftermath that I missed last night. The students actually ran over the FSU receiver that was laying on the ground...and they kept coming. They had to do a check to make sure he was able to get out. Should be a huge fine to UVA.