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26 August at 2100 on the History Channel. Looks like it's going to be an awesome show, possibly even outstanding. [ 25. August 2005, 23:15: Message edited by: c17wannabe ]

I just submitted my package for the January AD UNT board, and am hoping for a F-15E WSO slot. Currently I'm a maintenance officer, and obviously I get feedback from my supervision on my decision to get a rated slot. They all comment on the fact that it is very difficult to get promoted as a navigator, although WSOs have slightly improved chances. My commander said today that I would make a greater impact on the Air Force as a maintenance officer, than as a WSO (meaning I'd likely be promoted to a higher grade). Luke is pretty much the worst flying base to speak with any navs...so could any of you give me your opinion on the topic...

I will be heading off to UPT in a few months but my wife will not join me until January. I have heard that I can live in the dorms and she will get BAH. Is there any truth to that rumor? Is that usually what guys do that go through UPT without their wives? Do I have any other options? Thanks.

For those on AD, I take it you saw the AFPAK Hands solicitation we sent out today. I hope you give strong consideration to volunteering. We are ramping that program back to full capacity, and A1 will facilitate. ISIS is altering the battlefield and we must have many, many more air power experts on the ground with long-term continuity, earning the trust and respect of the tribal leaders, especially in the remote mountainous regions of both countries. Many amazing carrots to participating: attend NIU for IDE, work at the Pentagon with some of our greatest minds of our time, free language training, and likely early promotions to both Lt Col & Col. Finally, a real sh…

I was hanging out at the airport on Tuesday in my AFROTC service dress. It was only 1300 so I couldn't take them off yet. Anyways, two Lt. Cols. walked into the flight school in uniform. I jumped to attention and they both started joking with me. Leaving, re-entering etc. So I was wondering, are you supposed to come to attention if you are not on a military installation when officers enter a room? I did because its better to be safe than sorry, but I was wondering if I should have. :confused:

I've got all of the materials to make a interphone patch cord and was wondering if anyone out there has a wiring diagram to put one together. If so, can you e-mail me a copy?

US Aircraft Crashes in Djibouti, Four Fatalities :beer: :beer:

If a special request falls through, meaning it wasn't in the drop, should one request the aircraft/assignment by other means, i.e. hardship? How long would the process take? The hardship would be for my wife's medical issues and we want to be close to family for assistance. I don't want to create waves in the system, but at the same time, I don't wan't to be called home from a future deployment because this all could've been avoided if I filed for hardship out of UPT. Any advice would be appreciated... PP

Precursor to Stop Loss…any other 11F's get an email today that they're being recalled from their whitejet gig (after a year on station) for an F-16 TX course in Nov??? Evidently there's a surplus of cockpits and lack of volunteers. Who would have guessed? C44

My wife and I are finally planning our honeymoon to Europe after putting it off for over 2 years. I have heard of hopping on a C17 out of charleston but but other options are there? What are the ins and outs of it? Our leave starts 9 Aug.. is it realistic that we would be able to hop on space a that day?

We had two fail it, they just had to take it again after Tweets if they ended up going to 38's, so I guess the rules are still the same. I think the strike navs have to do it too... If you are lifting weights and keeping in shape, you will have no problems with it. The biggest challenge is the fact that the reps are so slow. Try it someday and gage your progress. Most of my class got over 200, including me, and if I can do it...

Can someone explain the 7 day option to me? If there's a better thread to ask the question in, I can move it to there.

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Pen flap is cumbersome at times, but if it is the inner left thigh pocket you're talking about than watch out for the fighter guys, they have a thing for reaching down there and yanking on things. They'll rip it completely off leaving a hole many times. As a strat lifter, we keep our hands off each other, especially down there. Just a little ribbing and advice fast burners. Have fun wrestling with each other...

Always lawyer up https://www3.gazette.com/projects/project/usafa-informant-program/

We've told war stories. We've discussed the same 10 topics at least 69 times or more. We've measured johnsons. How about some pictures to back all the bullsh1t up? I'm always in search of cool aviation pictures, so I thought it would be interesting if the peanut gallery posted some "So there I was..." pictures. Let's try to keep it to photos you're either in or took yourself. Any weenie can surf the internet to post someone else's pictures. For those who are internet challenged, go to Tiny Pic to host your pictures. Upload it, then cut-n-paste the "IMG" line at the bottom into your message on here. Toro...that's not you, is it? Somewhere over Oklah…

This is probably an odd question, but I was wondering about vacation time. I know you guys get 30 days a year, but do you really get to use it all? If so, can it all be taken at once? I guess I’m having “commitment” issues, and was just wondering how sold my soul would be to the government for ten years or so of flying. Thanks.

I remember reading in some reg that aircrew aren't permitted to wear sunglasses with polarized lenses. Is this just something guys slough off, or is there an actual, viable reason not to wear them? The only thing I can think of involves distorting one's view of the HUD or something...who knows. Thanks!

Another article from War on the Rocks contributor Mike Pietrucha on CAS in a high threat environment. BLUF: We aren't / can't really do it (sts) https://warontherocks.com/2016/06/the-myth-of-high-threat-close-air-support/ Right, wrong, not relevant? Discuss..

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I was wondering if anyone has been in both (Army and AF) military training flight schools? I am looking at both pilot training schools. I want to fly more than anything and currently I was selected to fly heavies in the Air Guard. But talking and looking at various posts it looks like the washout rate of Air Force UPT is about 30% to 50%. Where the Army is only 10%. Taking a small look at entry academics the AFAST is alot easier than the AFOQT (38 PICSM; 56 Pilot, 54 Nav). It took me about 6-years to get my bachelors with work etc. (Right now I am getting my instrument rating and have 115 hours of flying.) I am not a good test taker, and learning takes a litt…

Well this is awkward. Head of Air Force Sexual Assault at Pentagon arrested for.... Sexual Assault. https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2013/05/06/air-force-sexual-assault-watchdog-arrested-for-sexual-assault/2139325/

Obama to announce plans to begin withdrawal of 30,000 troops Wednesday night. Stay tuned. I won't miss the B-huts one bit but then again I think some of us are still gonna be there for a long time. Maybe he had this on his mind...

Has anyone finished the new SOS i-c? Everyone in my unit finished the old easy version years ago or hasn't even looked into starting it. How quickly can you finish it if you put a lot of focus on it?

Don't know any details. Nose gear collapsed, ended up in the grass.