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It doesn't seem like Airbus can catch a break. Linky
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With the threat of a Chavez invasion (backed by Nicaragua and Cuba) if the deposed Honduras president isn't reinstated, what do you fellas think we will do. So far President Obama denounced the "coup". From what I have been reading, the actions by their congress and supreme court were a result of Zelaya's attempted violation of their constitution as well as his contempt of the supreme court by pushing a referendum to extend his presidency just like Chavez did in Venezuela. Nicaragua shares a border with Honduras and they are not too far from Venezuela's Flankers. Discuss.
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And now for something completely different... Air New Zealand staff have nothing to hide. Something like this reminds us that flying should be fun! Too many companies take themselves WAY too seriously - see more at: https://www.nothingtohide.co.nz/ One of the people in the video series (which also includes their preflight safety videos) is Air New Zealand CEO Rob Fyfe (although I wasn't looking for him...) Those crazy Kiwis... Mike
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Ever since I have gotten out, I miss getting my daily dose of what is going on in the world (from a military intel standpoint). Does anybody out there know of or use any good intel sites (obviously unclass)? I still have access to Earlybird...which is just basically news clippings and I use sinodefence.com to keep up on Red China. FAS isn't bad, just a little biased.
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This site is awesome....time for some happy trees and grandfather mountains! Bob Ross episodes streamed
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I thought this was pretty funny.
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Reason #132 not to go the the Air Force Academy: Swine Flu! Source PC Disclaimer: I hope they all get better and grow up to be outstanding AF officers etc. etc.
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Seems some Cajun down in Louisiana built his own "reaper"... This guy has some interesting videos, such as spear hunting wild pigs barefoot in his rice fields...at night.
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Can't imagine how thsi one could fail.... https://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,531940,00.html?mrp Michael Jackson's father, Joe Jackson, is lining up the King of Pop's children for a world tour as The Jackson Three — despite family members accusing him of trying to "exploit them like Jacko." Former Jackson Five manager Joe is said to have approached Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and seven-year old Prince Michael II — known as Blanket — to hit the stage next year. But one of Jacko's familymembers is said to be "livid" at the scheme, which will add fuel to the bitter custody battle for the youngsters. Jackson’s biographer Ian Halperin said yesterday: "Joe wants…
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Holy fvck, this thing... Bacon Explosion Friends of my little brother created this monstrosity for a local BBQ contest. In a few short months, the thing went viral, and now they're being given $250K to write a cookbook of recipes just like this one. WTF--how can I get that job?! Thought you guys would enjoy...if anyone makes this, post and tell us how it turns out! This may be the best justification I have for finally purchasing a smoker.
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I'm curious to see as to how many BMW owners are here, and any one buy one as their LT. mobile ?
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Long story short...PCSing and the truck was supposed to show up this morning to load my house. Driver calls around 0730 to tell me he has a flat tire, will b fixed shortly and will proceed to my house. Call back around 0900, tire almost fixed, will be in an hour. Calls me around 1100 to tell me dispatch has sent him to pick up a small load then come to my house. Calls around 1500 asking for directions, I figure out he drove 16 miles past my house. Arrives at 1530 and begins to load my house. When they open the trailer I notice 1/3 of truck is full and I have a lot of crap. I specifically ask if they will get it al on the trailer "no problem". At 0200 ...…
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Standard CNN tripe interview, but I think you'll agree that the business owner totally "owned" it: https://www.cnn.com/video/#/video/us/2009/07/17/am.muller.truck.ak47.cnn
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Recently moved to the South, will be at Keesler and Maxwell through college football season. Do they show Big 10 games down here, on ESPN or ABC? I am a big Ohio St fan, they are usually on ESPN but I don't know if they show them just in the midwest or show those games down here too. If not do local sports bars have those games on? Thanks for the help. Can't wait for the upcoming season!
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As a female , I take exception to the sexually suggestive mini-movies that some member users are using on this forum- especially the "boob" ones! Why are these allowed?; I bet if I had a guy doing similar things with his private area on mine, it would be taken off...? Sure, some will say, if you don't like it don't participate in this forum. It's not just for horny guys is it???
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Straight from the desk of the worlds biggest shoe clerk, the third (and arguably most ridiculous) email sent by our newest CGOC President. Try not to puke: Hmmm. I think what we've got here is an example of a gal who couldn't get laid in high school. Then again, maybe she's right. Take stock of your lives, boys, and acknowledge the utter futility. Let's leave the difficult work to the real professionals. With warfighters like this doing the J-O-B, the rest of us can just take it easy sipping on our faggoty blue drinks and lamenting our small cocks. Unbelievable.
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According to this article from CNN, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates says the F-35 will be the last manned fighter aircraft in the US inventory. https://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/americas/07/23/wus.warfare.remote.uav/index.html
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Forty years later, Army colonel Henry Moak still loves his pound cake! Moak capped off his retirement ceremony by digging into an old can of military 'C' rations pound cake from 1969, which he brought back from Vietnam... :salut: to you, COL Moak, on your retirement! And for using a vintage P-38 can opener to open the cake! Cheers! M2 "Get some!"
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Check out how serious Russia takes their snow blowing: Article: https://www.darkroastedblend.com/2009/08/jet-engines-on-trucks-for-fun-and.html
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I'd like to buy USA and USAF flag with 6ft pole and a stand. Can anyone suggest a good reputable place to buy them? Thanks, -Sim
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There are a lot, but for me... "Put on psywar op, make it loud. This is a Romeo Foxtrot, shall we dance?" https://www.youtube.c...h?v=Gz3Cc7wlfkI
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Techsan is AWOL and we need somebody to take his place for fantasy football. Draft is tomorrow (live on-line, you don't have to be there). PM me with your email if interested.
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I couldn't resist clicking this website's banner on another forum I frequent... R/C Predator
