Sasquatch
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As someone who flies but is not military aircrew, I'm naturally curious as to what went wrong. Any insight as to when/where info might be made publicly available? The AF FOIA page was mentioned above, but it (as also mentioned) hasn't been updated in some time. Not asking for anyone to share privileged info, but it sounds like there could be some takeaways from this.
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Breckenridge Brewery Small Batch 471
8.5/10
Hoppy IPA with a good bite. Goes with everything. Or nothing. ABV: 9.0.
Enjoying one of these right now. One of my favorite IPAs. Also had some Greenflash West Coast IPA lately -- even hoppier than the Breck. I think the Breck has an overall better flavor, so if it's an 8.5/10, the Greenflash is probably a 7.5-8.
Had a Founders Brewing Breakfast Stout the other week. It's a double-chocolate coffee oatmeal stout, and it is delicious. Easily one of the best beers I have ever had. 9.6/10.
Also enjoyed a Saint Arnold Pumpkinator (Imperial Pumpkin Stout) last week. I don't like pumpkin, but I really enjoyed this beer. I have three more of these and an Alaskan Pumpkin Porter heading home with me for Thanksgiving. I'd give the Pumpkinator a solid 8/10. Not something you're going to want a whole lot of, but it's tasty and 10%abv.
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I grew up with my father being an active-duty pilot, and my wife's brother & bro-in-law are both USMC rotary wing aviators, so we're somewhat familiar with that side of things. I'm currently in the process of applying to guard UPT boards and was curious how socially active your average guard squadron is, especially with regards to spouses. My wife would appreciate an active spouse's group, but I have no idea if those even exist in the guard world. Any insight?
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I've checked a couple of times since June... Getting it on PC and iPad.
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My contact with the unit is no longer there. Looking for some info on likelihood of a UPT board coming up anytime soon. Anyone here out at Ellington?
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For me, retaking the TBAS improved my scores significantly. There was one section of the test (those of you who have taken it can probably guess which one) that I didn't do well on the first time around. Second try, smoked it and had a 98 PCSM score with 0 hours. To echo Slapahoe's thoughts, especially if you can pinpoint a particular part of the test that brought your score down, I'd definitely give it a second try. Just knowing what to expect the 2nd time around can be helpful too.
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Getting it on a PC as well...
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Alright, I am sorry. I felt the need to defend myself. I cannot win though so I will just have to ignore those few who I have shown me the disrespect- that I did in fact reciprocate. But, I have shown the rest of the guys who have answered great respect. I appreciate all of your time answering and all of your time served (whether or not you were respectful towards me, the "FNG") along with the wisdom some of you have shared and finally all of the sacrifices you have made.
I guess since this is my only question some of you are getting the wrong idea. As I said before, I had more questions but they were answered; it's not as though it was perfect family with the typical 2.5 kids with the soccer mom mini van and all that crap- or I am not going to join. It was just the only answer that the people in the Army etc. (along with the AF ROTC recruiter) couldn't really give me a reliable answer about based on their knowledge. Sure family is important and I wanted to emphasize how important it is to me and get a general idea to see how realistic my ideas would hold up. Some of it is perhaps a tad bit unrealistic but I will get there when I get there if I even get there. There were questions I had for every step of the way. This was just one of them. Yes, I do look towards the future, but I am not neglecting the present, the post just is about one facet of the future. I like to plan things out, that is just who I am, I don't think that part of my personality could affect how I take flying and the lifestyle associated with it. It sounds like I might reach an ideal situation...but if not it sounds like you guys have made your families work for the most part and that sounds pretty great to me considering I'd be living out my dream.
This was written in haste so the last part may be a little redundant.
As another "pilot hopeful," I should probably just sit back and shut up, but I can't help myself... Above is what would've likely been a better response...
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I hear they hang out with Sasquatch....
Can neither confirm nor deny.
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Avery Brewing's Maharaja! Crazy hoppy and delicious. The best IPA I've had....ever. Careful tho, a couple bombers will eff you up!
2. Great stuff.
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What in the world is an "inappropriate kitchen utensil"?
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Head to Randolph and just start knocking on doors?
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http://access.afpc.af.mil/pcsmdmz/boarddates.html
The above link seems to have what you're looking for. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Lone Star Bock - good beer, smoother and slightly sweeter than Shiner with more Bock like qualities I.e. flavor.
On the same note, St Arnold Bock is an excellent easy drinking bock with a crispness unlike other Bocks, doesn't sit as heavy as Shiner or Lonestar while drinking. No sweet after tone like LS but not as full bodied either.
both beers are born and bred in Texas. Anyone try different Texas beers recently?
The Lone Star was a little too sweet for my liking. Love the St Arnold Bock though.
Speaking of St Arnold, I've had a few of their limited-release brews lately...
Bishop's Barrel #2 is an old ale aged in chardonnay barrels with cherries. This was... interesting.
Icon Red is a belgian-style pale ale. I loved it, and was pretty pissed when my roommates finished off 2 out of my 4 while I was gone.
Icon Blue is a cascadian dark ale / black IPA. This stuff was freakin' delicious. Nice & hoppy, but also kinda roasty like a porter.
I don't think it's available outside the Houston market, but if you ever have a chance I highly recommend trying Buffalo Bayou Brewery's stuff. Their flagship beer (1836) and IPA (More Cowbell) are two of my favorites.
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That guy is a Navy pilot and they made fun of him for writing this book before he ever stepped into a fighter cockpit
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So should I just be happy to be here?
I don't remember even knowing my PCSM, not to mention giving two shits about it.
As a civilian applicant to guard units with little to no flying time, I've been relying on high test scores to get interviews.
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Sounds like you should be a Nav...then you and Nsplayr can be friends and hangout.
From what I've seen on here, I think I'd rather not.
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Go spend some cash and get some flight experience now. Maybe this will cut down on some of the SIEs from people that just put in for a pilot slot because everyone else is doing it.
That's my plan. Score goes up 9 points with just one hour of flight time. Up to an 82 with 11-20 hours. Had already been planning to log some hours and re-apply to the last guard unit I interviewed with, hopefully I'll still be able to get an interview next go around with the new score.
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Did they not update the AFOQT yet?
Mine did, at least. Pilot composite went from 98 to 94, nav went up from 98 to 99.
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This probably belongs more in another forum, but whatever...Looks like flying hours are weighted much heavier now. My PCSM went from 98 to 69.
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"It's a very heavily populated area" -- In Iowa???
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That's a shame, I found those really helpful. Raised my PCSM from ~69 to 98 just by re-taking the TBAS after going through those flashcards a handful of times.
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Grandfather was a FE on the EC-47 in Vietnam and C-118 out of Pete Field in CO. Worked as a mx inspector for the FAA until he retired, now inspects/certifies home-built aircraft as a FAA designated airworthiness representative.
Other grandfather was in Army Corps of Engineers.
Father: USAFA grad, FAIP, flew F-15s then spent most of his career as an instructor in UPT and PIT. Retired, put on a blue flight suit, and is now a sim instructor.
Fiance's brother & brother-in-law are are both USMC aviators, CH-53 and Osprey, respectively.
I'm currently preparing for an upcoming OTS board and waiting to hear back from my most recent guard interview.
Edit: I spells good.
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I've interviewed at two ANG units thus far: The first mailed the "no thanks" letter in about 3 weeks; the most recent unit told me during the interview that they planned to choose their candidate that day, but notifications wouldn't occur until several weeks later.
I was hoping that someone who's sat on the opposite (hiring) side of the table could speak to the process that occurs once a candidate is selected -- ie., is approval from NGB, AFPC, State HQ, etc etc needed before extending an offer?
Thanks from Houston
in Squadron Bar
Posted · Edited by Sasquatch
Hey y'all, I was a little more active on here a few years back when applying to guard units but have lurked off & on since then. I live in Houston where, as most are aware, we had some pretty gnarly flooding from Hurricane Harvey. As shitty as the situation has been for so many in the area, it has largely brought out the best in people. My wife and I were lucky enough to be spared from anything serious, but homes just a few blocks away were inundated with floodwater. Watching USCG helicopters snag folks from rooftops just a few streets over was pretty surreal. The other day, I watched a -130 refueling a couple pavehawks directly over my neighborhood. I grew up around AF bases, so seeing aircraft overhead is something I'm pretty used to. Watching them putting in serious work to help save lives was something new entirely.
With that said, I'm sure more than a few of you on here have been involved, either directly or indirectly, with rescue, recovery, and aid efforts in response to the storm. On behalf of everyone in Houston and SE Texas, I just wanted to say thanks. If you've ever in the area, let me know and beers are on me.