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Does anyone out there pay for the long term care insurance (nursing home, in-home care, etc.) that is offered to us through the AF? Do you know of anyone who has ever benefitted from it? Thanks
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Above! Russia May Target U.S. Sats With Laser Jet The notion isn’t as fanciful as it sounds. Back in 1984, the Soviets trained a laser on the Space Shuttle Challenger, which it believed to be an orbiting spy. The laser “caused malfunctions on the Space Shuttle and distress to the crew,” according to Jane’s Intelligence Review.
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Astronaut Drops Tool Bag, Tools While Repairing Solar Panel Joint This is why only men should use tools!
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Hey guys, this is my first post. I just transferred to the Air Force Academy after doing some civilian flying. I have about 240 hours (part 61 and 141) and it is all on paper logs. I have been thinking of changing over to an electronic logbook program (I would still maintain the paper logbook for checkrides and a backup. I was just wondering if anyone has had any experience with a program that is good at tracking military and civilian hours. I just got on the flying team here and will be flying a bit in T-41s and T-51s and hopefully will get a pilot slot and I want a program that will be flexible enough to handle all my flights. Here are some things that I would like: …
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Was crossing the pond a few months ago and had a Travis KC-10 dragging us. The boomer (or somebody else on board) may or may not have taken a few snap shots for us after we were done AAR'ing. Trying to see if anybody can help me find any info. I think it was a AFRC tanker and crew.
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A long time ago someone posted a powerpoint presentation that was given during a retirement ceremony. If I remember right it was something along the lines of: Things I learned in the Air Force. It was a humorous presentation and essentially ended with something like "And everything can be briefed using Powerpoint, even a retirement" Does anyone have this ppt or can help me find the thread that had it? I UTFSF and google-fu to no avail.
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Just to prove that the Mach Loop is a tiny part of the UK's low flying system. These GR4's were photographed in the Brecon Beacons at the southern end of LFA7 yesterday 1. Wolf 12 _ALX3909resize 2. Wolf 11 _ALX3896resize 3. Wolf 12 _ALX3906resize 4. Wolf 12 _ALX3907resize
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In the days after 9/11 it became apparent we had problems dealing with low slow flyers. Through the years there have been several suggestions on how to deal with the issue. For a while it was even suggested the Light Attack fleet would offer a solution. Over the past few weeks there have been NUMEROUS TFR violations around the county and Live ATC has recorded many of the interactions. I listened to a few the past few days and it appears we still have issues. Without ATC we would have a very difficult time finding and in some cases maintaining contact.
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Story here. To me this reads like politicians trying to intimidate the appellate process... I remember reading about this case in the Stars and Stripes when the trial was happening and thinking the evidence sounded weak. I have a hard time imagining in the current environment that the NAF would overturn the conviction without good reason.
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It's a couple of weeks past now (and I'm beginning to sober up) and I'm happy to be able to report that Lucky Devils and Forgotten 1000 had a successful Las Vegas reunion - nineteen years after the Gulf War. From countless pitchers and drinks at TGI Friday's at the hotel/casino, to golfing on Friday morning, walking 'The Strip', and then out to Nellis on Friday evening for a shot(s) of Weed at the USAF "Fighter" (sorry, old habits die hard) Weapons School bar, and a meet-and-greet / pre-airshow party / full contact crud game hosted by the Nellis O-Club (followed by a repeat performance at the Friday's bar.) Saturday morning was bright, windy and cool as we were off…
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So the Lufwaffe made a big deal about a supposed Elephant Walk of Typhoon Eurofighters... Notice anything odd about the pictures? All the jets are chocked and have no pilots...Basically they towed 18 jets out on the the runway, took a picture, and blasted social media...cool story Bruder.
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He lies about his name, but its M2 himself. Dude, you really need to relax!
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Hi all, especially any Lakenheath folks. I am a published aviation photographer and as the wx looks great this week I will be in the Mach Loop (aka 'The Roundabout'), this Thursday 11/30/17. Appreciate any heads up, happy to send any high-res pics in return. Either contact me through this site, or via email to alexjlovell@hotmail.com. Examples from previous visits here - https://www.flickr.com/photos/alexlovell2011/albums/72157629639518560 Thanks in advance Regards Alex
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Just curious, has anyone had any luck using the magic jack at any downrange locations? Seems like it might work on some of the non-mil internet access.
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Interesting development... For those who don't know who Glenn Miller is, read here. Cheers! M2
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Sum Ting Wong? https://www.cnn.com/2014/03/07/world/asia/malaysia-airlines-plane-missing/index.html
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Man Kicked Off Plane for Being too Tall
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Los Angeles Times May 6, 2008 Pg. B10 Man Pleads Guilty To Lying About Medal By Scott Glover, Times Staff Writer A Pomona man who once boasted of being awarded the Medal of Honor pleaded guilty in federal court Monday to lying about receiving the award, the nation's top military honor. A subdued Xavier Alvarez, 50, who sits on the board of directors for the Three Valleys Municipal Water District in Claremont, admitted to violating the Stolen Valor Act, a recently enacted federal law that makes it a crime for a person to falsely claim he or she was awarded medals for service in the U.S. armed forces. Last fall, Alvarez became the first person to be charge…
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Couldn’t find an NCAA brackets topic. If one exists, feel free to delete this. Who do you think wins it all in 2025? I’ve got the FL Gators taking it this year.
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https://finance.yahoo.com/news/marines-discharge-sergeant-facebook-posts-181223651.html Thought this needed it's own thread. Never pass up the opportunity to STFU. Good lesson for us all.
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I bet not one marine voted for the great leader. https://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/10/24/obama-wants-marines-to-wear-girly-hats/
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https://news.yahoo.com/us-marines-handed-over-guns-leaving-yemen-204547431.html kind of unbelievable
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9 News in Denver is reporting 14 confirmed dead, 40+ wounded, suspected gunman in custody. Witnesses stated that he kicked in the emergency exit to a theater, threw a flash-bang/something explosive, and then opened fire. Live news streaming here
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I'm pretty sure this was talked about a few months ago (In fact I know it was, but I didn't really care to search), but I certainly don't remember the photos here. Its work-safe, just her personal web page. In a nutshell: 2d Lt stationed at Little Rock, Miss Arkansas, competing for Miss USA on Friday, HOTTTT! Gotta love the Air Force...
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The following is a true story that occurred Friday at my base and to me, illustrating why I believe the USAF over-relies on computers: 0700: Pull up to the gate, I hand my CAC (that's what it is now) to the SF guy and he looks it over. The bottom right portion of the card is pealing up (due to shoving it in/out of the CAC readers) and my expiration date is hard to view. SF guy says "You need to go to MPF and get a new ID card because this one is unreadable. Many cars behind me, so rather than subject others to a wait...I move out smartly. 0900: Enter MPF, only two people getting cards, so this SHOULD go quickly. I was very wrong. Getting a new CAC is an exercise in f…
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