[Difference in C-17 bases]

Some folks have said that there is a specific window for people starting the AD courses. How do FAIPs fall into this window or do they not do AD that much?

[Per diem while on leave]

I am currently at PIT and planning on taking leave during the week of Christmas. Will I still get per diem while I am on leave during that time? I have asked the finance office here at RAFB and one person said I would and the another said I wouldn't. I was just looking for anyone that has dealt with the same thing. Thanks.

[Laparoscopic appendectomy]

I am currently in UPT an had my appendix removed via the laroscopic method this past weekend. Everything went fine and now I am home resting. I was wondering if anyone has heard of how long this side lines pilots especially those that are in airframes the pull G's on a regular basis.

At this point my return is based on when I can demonstrate a proper G strain and not be in pain. I am just looking for any insight from anyone that might have been on a similar situation or knows anyone that was. Thanks.

[Information on Flying Class 1(FC1)/MFS at Brooks]

How many of the numbers on the CV test plates can you miss at MFS before they consider it as failing? I am going in about two weeks and am just a little concerned about the CV tests. Thanks.