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These apply to USN and USMC student pilots
Navy Primary Bases (T-34C)
NAS Whiting
NAS Corpus
Joint Primary (T-37/T-6)
Vance AFB
Moody AFB
Navy Advanced Helo
NAS Whiting
Navy Advanced Maritime Turboprops (T-44/C-12)
NAS Corpus
Navy Advanced Strike (T-45)
NAS Meridian
NAS Kingsville
Joint E-6 (T-1)
Vance AFB
Navy E-2/C-2 (T-44)
NAS Corpus followed by T-45 training
edit: sorry, forgot to mention the follow on jet training for the E2/C2 guys!
[ 21. February 2005, 12:42: Message edited by: Baseops.Net ]
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Right now, Phase III for the V-22 guys is up and running at NAS Corpus Christi. Currently there are marine students flying the C-12 in Corpus on their way to the V-22. They have their own syllabus, etc.
As far as I know, this is the only Phase III pipeline for prospective USMC V-22 pilots to be.
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As pointed out - there are several types of Slips, etc. I am no aero engineer (legal disclaimer).
What the question is (I think) is whether or not in UPT (or elsewhere in the USAF) during your final turn you can/should kick in some bottom rudder to *help* you around the turn. And/or on straight-in final and you find yourself high and fast you throw in some strong cross-controls (again kicking in some good rudder) to slip your way down.
I can say as a turboprop air force guy... NO.
I don't think we are discussing the merits of the "wing low method" for x-wind landings!
Again, let me say that it is a technique that many a student uses to try and *save* a bad approach / pattern that should be waived off instead.
However, I don't doubt that there may be a demo item or introduce item that shows a stud how to slip, etc. But I know that your book doesn't include the slip as one of the steps in performing a normal landing.
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Don't do a slip in UPT - in fact don't perform a slip at all. It is considered bad (technique/ procedure) to fly un-coordinated. Especially in non-centerline thrust (and/or multiengine) aircraft. UPT Students with a lot of Gen Av time seemed to have a penchant for saving a terrible pattern with a slip.
Incidently, I had to perform a slip on my ATP checkride... it was a required item!
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I recommend staying on the Island - whether it is at the Beach Club apartments or getting a roommate and renting a house.
Watch out! I'd stay away from BAYPOINT if I were you - or if you don't value your belongings -- tons of crime there. A friend of mine had a brand new truck stolen, tons of break ins, guys had their u-haul broken into right in the parking lot, etc.
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Boeing exec going to Jail, Boeing fined hundreds of millions...
Read the article:
It's an exceptionally sad day when defense contractors use trickery and skull-duggery to deceitfully take tax-payers' money at the expense of the military and our servicemembers. It is particularly disgusting that our wonderful DOD civilians *tried* to benefit from all of this while the procurement of the best military equipment falls by the wayside. After all, who cares what planes the Air Force buys as long as these cronies line their pockets with DOD money.
As if it weren't enough that we see new aircraft procurement slowing down, old C-130's getting grounded, and a new BRACC list coming out soon, the stinkin' civilians are robbing us blind too!
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SkyKing,
The folks above are talking about FAIPs in particular, NOT all IPs. FAIPs are First Assignment Instructor Pilots (i.e. a kid that graduates pilot training, then immediately returns to pilot training as an IP - having not yet flown anything other than training aircraft.) I was never a FAIP so I cannot interject here...
As far as being an IP later on in your career... I have nothing but great things to say about my time as an IP - granted that was at a Navy base, living on the water, with little or nothing to do with AETC (Air Etcetera). I enjoyed instructing the new guys and had a great time overall. Long live Navy flight school!
[i don't want Sky King to get the wrong impression that all AF IPs are hating life...]
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Do we know what the punishments actually were for the poor Gold Bond fellas?
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Wow, it starred a buddy of mine (and Toro's) from UPT.
Like they always say... "no good deed goes unpunished..."
The LORs will continue until morale improves.
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I have a friend who used to fly the Mighty Mudhen - and reagrivated an old back injury - got surgery + a waiver - reagrivated it again, and now flies Herks (happily!).
In fact, you may even see back pain during phase 2 - I knew of many studs that felt pain in Phase 2...
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Also:
1. The students that have been accused of cheating may claim that they did not know what the standards were, what the definition of cheating is, and what type of permissive atmosphere existed.
2. No matter what you think or wish, nothing can change this. The authorities will decide what to do with these students and there isn't a damn thing we can do about it on this message board (or in real life).
3. After this incident -- Does everyone now know what cheating is and what you will be punished for during UPT?
If you answer #3 a "NO" then proceed below:
4. Perform the boldface for being a knucklehead. As soon as practicable: disenroll / SIE / DOR / ring the bell / resign your commission.
[ 07. February 2005, 18:39: Message edited by: Baseops.Net ]
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They were the Joint Chiefs of Staff (Chairman on the left, others to his left - as viewed at home).
I would assume that as they are 'non-partisan' (we have sworn defend the constitution against our enemies) that they are not to stand unless it is a non-political issue OR regarding the military / national defense, etc.
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I have left the Herk - I just never changed my avatar image!
(Although, the 130 still remains in my heart...)
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Mask? Helmet? Man, I can't even remember the last time I flew with gloves, let alone a mask and helmet! I do remember that it did mess up your hair -- even if you do have a high and tight like TORO!
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I was a student in Corpus many years ago, and recently was an IP down there as well - the housing situation is SWEET!
I knew of very few folks that lived on base - they were in the middle of building / renovating new officer housing on base, HOWEVER, I would HIGHLY endorse living off-base.
If you choose to live off base, the opportunities are excellent. Both times, I lived on North Padre Island - as a stud, we (roommated and I) rented a fabulous party house right on the water, with our own dock, deck, and private indoor pool! We quickly proceeded to throw massive raging parties, wreck the place, and get in trouble with the Navy JAG, and get beat down...
This last time, as an IP (with a little more CA$H), I bought a nice house on Padre Island again, right on the water, with my own deck, dock, etc. Living waterfront is a unique priviledge that you are able to enjoy in Corpus.
There are plenty of rentals on Padre Island, from condos to homes, etc. Might as well enjoy your 6-9 months down there while your buddies are sucking it up in del rio / enid / columbus / et. al. Tons of fresh seafood. Excellent time, overall.
Much more info on corpus - hit the search feature (top of page)...
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ENJJPT IP,
That isn't new either. During Southern Watch, 1998, I ran into a long-lost buddy of mine over in Saudi - he was a FAIP at Columbus (Toro might remember him...) TDY to the desert for non-flying duties (PSAB, Tent City, no less!) for approx. 90 days...
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PhrogPilot's Resume, Cover Letter, and Admin Instructions SAMPLES are now posted at baseops.net for all to see:
www.baseops.net/transition/aviation_resume.html
there are further options at the top of the page.
Additionally, you can download the files in WORD format for easier printing...
Enjoy!
If there are any other examples that anyone would like to pony up, I will post them (we remove all personal information first).
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No problem - I just don't want to see more folks getting in trouble!
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Not trying to be a "hater" or anything, but it might be best to keep from actually posting the URL to such sites... Pass it by word of mouth if you want, but posting it only invites EVERYONE - typically this includes the WRONG people.
FYI, I recently pulled some "real" C-130 gouge from my site -- it was merely detailed maintenance-level diagrams of C-130 systems with descriptions and in depth knowledge -- the diagrams were so good, I had maintenance troops emailing me for this gouge. Well, for whatever reason, this sparked a Pentagon-level AFOSI investigation that forced me to pull the files off my website -- and probably intimidated several people into not sending me future gouge! Let me clarify: There was NOTHING improper about what we posted here at baseops.net but the OSI guys thought that the info "shouldn't be available on the web" - even though it was public knowledge and unclassified, etc.
Pissing contest and we lost. (as usual)
Anyways, what I am saying is watch out... big brother is out there...
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Do you mean post an example of a Naval Aviator's Resume for those looking to transfer?
If so, I could post it on a separate page for Interservice X-fer topics. -- Of course, we would hide your personal info.
Hit the contact button at the bottom of the page and I will give you the email address to email attachments to...
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I can't speak for everyone, but I have not had any problems taking protein, many pilots active duty take a variety of proteins - they also serve them at the gym on base.
Additionally, at least five of my previous flight docs all okayed all of my supplements (I ask each flight doc...)
I take annual flight physicals and the occasional operation golden flow - and no problems so far!
Perhaps you had a unique reaction?
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Yes,
This is the artist formerly known as USPA/IRA -- changed their name to throw off their scent...
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Happy New Years,
I have *started* on this project. I have decided to call the page a Glossary rather than just an acronyms list so that I can include idioms and *pilot Speak* as well.
Check out the WORK IN PROGRESS at:
www.baseops.net/militarypilot/glossary.html
Please continue to add to this thread & critique, correct, add to what I already have. I will FEATURE this topic for a few more days, etc. until the page fills up.
Thanks.
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If you study hard and fly well at Corpus, you can get an AFSOC 130 out of UPT. Not every class gets one down there, however, if you bust your butt and let your flight commander know from the start that is what you want, they can make it happen -- the drops are different out of Corpus, the squadrons down there get to *interact* with AFPC to try and match drops with what the class desires. One thing though, if you don't finish near the top of your Corpus class, you probably won't get an AFSOC assignment - they go quick!
You will most probably NOT get an AFSOC 130 out of T-1s. One thing to mention - if it is your longstanding aspiration to fly AFSOC 130s, Corpus is still the way to go -- as it is not too difficult to fly slicks for your first assignment and then go to an AFSOC herc after that.
The good thing about the Corpus track is that you know that you are going to a C-130 no matter what - i.e. no chance for other airframes.
Good luck & see you in AFSOC!
Bringing family/spouse/girlfriend to UPT
in General Discussion
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I did not get married until after UPT. However,
I had several classmates of who's families did not accompany them to UPT. All of these guys had a tough time dealing with the separation.
They had a tough time and I am sure wished their families had come with them. I think it would be a bigger distraction if your family was not with you.
I would highly recommend accompanying your husband to UPT - although he will be extremely busy everyday (12-hours at work), your support will be invaluable to him. Additionally, not having to worry about a family a thousand miles away is a positive thing. Although it will be a tough year for all three of you - due to the high demands of your husband during that timeframe - I think the benefits still outweigh the drawbacks.
UPT can certainly be stressful - much of it due to the program and flight training, but some of it is also self-imposed (desire to do well, excel, etc.) Obviously your husband has done other stressful things (since he is a Marine), but the biggest difference in UPT is that so many of the variable are out of your control - i.e the weather, Air Traffic Control, your instructor, etc. And for most, military flying is a completely new experience.
As far as your financial situation, You could delay purchasing your home until he goes off to Altus - at that time he would still be considered full-time status at that time...