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Does anyone else have one not showing up on mypay? I have one for every year I've been in the AF other than 2015. I contacted two finance offices today and the only information I've been able to get is that "all tax documents are ready". No one can explain why there isn't one. I don't know if it's a mistake or if it's all 0's, so the system didn't make one. I went on multiple TDYs, so I'd think there would be something on it. Could it be for only DITY moves? I think 2015 might be the only year I haven't PCS'd.
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A group of roomates want to split a house purchase at a new location. 2-3 captains can get approved for a $1 mil+ mortgage (7 bedroom mansion). Rent out a couple rooms, and you're more than breaking even in equity once the house is sold in 5 years or so. Anyone do this before? Good idea? Pitfalls?
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Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In Big March 2016 Newsletter Hello World War 2 & jet aircraft fans -- You are invited to drop by Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In https://zenoswarbirdvideos.com/ to view our March 2016 selection of eight exciting films streaming over the Web in broadband, including three premieres! As always, all of the videos showing on our web site are for your free viewing pleasure. Please help "spread the word" by liking us on Facebook! My thanks to BaseOps for permission to post in this forum. Now showing in March "At the Matinee" at Zeno's Drive-In Free admission! https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com/MATINEE.html World War…
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I have a friend with a small but successful high tech company that builds computer hardware. They want to hire a former military person that has an engineering degree (obtained before or after their Service... doesn't matter). I think they are not pleased with their current prospects right out of college, and want someone mature that can deal with life. Where can employers go to advertise for such non-flying tech jobs? I'll pass on any suggestions. Thanks.
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For you retirees... Your thoughts on wearing the Mess Dress at formal events. I'll have 4-5 events in 2016 where this will matter. 1. Military graduation where graduates will wear their Service Dress: would you wear yours? 2. Formal dinner event where you will see a lot of tuxedos, but that will also have active duty military in mess dress. Which will you wear? I've become partial to the civilian tux recently (and will likely wear that), but am curious what the rest of you do. You're not a retiree? Then keep your opinions to yourself, junior, and get the hell off of my lawn.
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Does anyone know if the military reimburses you for the cost of weight stations? The only place open this weekend on the approved list is $10.50 per weight. It's a little ridiculous.
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Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In Big January 2016 Newsletter Hello World War 2 & jet aircraft fans -- You are invited to drop by Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com to view our January 2016 selection of eight exciting films streaming over the Web in broadband, including three premieres! As always, all of the videos showing on our web site are for your free viewing pleasure. Please help "spread the word" by liking us on Facebook! My tghanks to BaseOps for permission to post here. Now showing in January "At the Matinee" at Zeno's Drive-In Free admission! https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com/MATINEE.html * Floating Fo…
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Where has everyone gone? Edit: NVM. New site layout (no new posts option) has me jacked up.
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https://www.afforums.com/index.php?threads/rex-the-engineer.15323/ This stuff is pure gold. Here's a sample: THE ADVENTURES OF REX THE WONDER ENGINEER: REX and the BREAKAWAY It's a bold, bright sunny day out on AR 8A-B. The KC-10 and crew are finishing up their 3rd hour of straight receiver AR, hurtling around the two short tracks like it's a ing NASCAR oval, with no passing allowed. Rex, the Wonder Engineer, is on his 7th local in two weeks, and his nineteenth hour of receiver AR this month. Leading this perverted race is a wore-out E model, with the pride of the Raggedy-Ass Militia as crew. Rex stirs slowly from a sound sleep as Joe, the infamou…
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Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In Big December 2015 Newsletter Hello World War 2 & jet aircraft fans – You are invited to drop by Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com to view our December holiday selection of eight exciting films streaming over the Web in broadband, including three premieres! As always, all of the videos showing on our web site are for your free viewing pleasure. Please help "spread the word" by liking us on Facebook! My thanks to BaseOps for permission to post here. Now showing in December "At the Matinee" at Zeno's Drive-In Free admission! https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com/MATINEE.html * C…
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I know this is a overwhelming Air Force operator's forum, but I would like to say happy birthday to all Marines that derp through these forums. Although currently I am an Air Force loadmaster (and future AF pilot), I will always hold my time as a Marine Corps infantryman close to heart. Many memories, good and bad, but much like the Air Force, it is your bros that keep you going through the tough times. Happy Birthday Marines past and present! "No better friend, no worse enemy."
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Let the shenanigans begin... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dOoXJI4vBns
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With all of the: "do more with less" which gave rise to DTS and AROWS... a friend and I came up with a new mobile app to take some of the suck out of tracking your pay. It's called "MilPay Tracker" and it’s currently available FREE for iOS and Android (see links below). Security: It was first on our minds too- that's why there is no signup required, no user accounts and no central data server. All data is pushed one way via the app store and the events you log are stored locally on your device. We don't ask for ANY PII and don't want to know who/where you are. TDY Tracker: The app has CONUS/OCONUS lodging and perdiem tables for the entire world- and it works off …
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Hi all, I plan to visit the Roundabout/Mach Loop next week, but am aware of squadrons flying nights/maintenance/away at the moment. Anybody able to clarify if there is a chance of some USAF lowfly next week please? Many thanks, keep up the great work Alex
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Anyone hear about Majors not getting a continuation to 20 years after being passed over twice? I am hearing rumors. Has something like this ever happened before? Talk about wrong... kicking out a 15 year officer after recalling 100's of others who had alreay gotten out these the past few years.
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Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In Big October 2015 Newsletter Hello World War 2 & jet aircraft fans -- You are invited to drop by Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com to view our October selection of eight exciting films streaming over the Web in broadband, including two premieres! As always, all of the videos showing on our website are for your free viewing pleasure. Please help "spread the word" by liking us on Facebook! My thanks to BaseOps for permission to post here. Now showing in October "At the Matinee" at Zeno's Drive-In Free admission! https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com/MATINEE.html \ Boeing B-17 Emergency Operations NEW! B-17 Emerg…
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I've never paid attention to Kern's publications, and I have little knowledge of him. I seem to recall from past posts that there are some that do not agree with his opinions, especially in the single-pilot regime. I am considering him as a guest speaker for an event and would like your opinions if you have seen him talk/present. Thanks.
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Folks, I'm in the process of cleaning up www.baseops.net. I need your help to add some nice aviation pics. I have plenty of the viper, but not a whole lot of other airframes. If you have some cool pics, PM me or link them in this forum and I'll try to include them in some way on the redesign. Thanks!
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Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In Big September 2015 Newsletter Hello World War 2 & jet aircraft fans -- You are invited to drop by Zeno's Warbird Video Drive-In. https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com to view our September selection of eight exciting films streaming over the Web in broadband, including three premieres! As always, all of the videos showing on our website are for your free viewing pleasure. Please help "spread the word" by liking us on Facebook! My thanks to BaseOps for permission to post here. Now showing in September "At the Matinee" at Zeno's Drive-In Free admission! https://www.zenoswarbirdvideos.com/MATINEE.html Carl Sandburg's "Bomber” NEW! This dra…
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Well, we just had a successfully foray to the Class 6 to stock our new bar. Here's what were packin': Gin: Hendricks Tangueray Tequila: Montezuma Vodka: 3 Olives Skky Bourbon: Woodford Reserve Makers Mark Jeremiah Weed Scotch: Walker Black and Red What's in your bar? Any suggestions for bourbons and single-malt or interesting spirits you've come across? Also, just found out about Jeremiah Weed Sweet Tea, anyone tried it yet?
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WTF! https://www.foxnews.com/us/2015/08/26/active-shooter-reportedly-attacks-tv-crew-in-virginia/?intcmp=hpbt1
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Tried to find the old posts but my search skills weren't the best on my phone. Regardless...saw this on Facebook today. I'm just gonna leave it here...
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