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  1. disgruntledemployee
    So making O-4 is like making O-3. Seems so easy. Place all the DNPs in a pile, review for justice or injustice and make the call. Everyone else moves along. Wow, I just saved hundreds of hundreds of man-person hours on a promotion process. Next... Out
  2. disgruntledemployee
    Then Secret is all you need. If you are ever assigned into a billet or deployment role that requires one (say WIC or a lengthy trip to the Deid AOC), then you'd start the process. However, they do take time, but the fall back for that is an interim TS that can be granted, if you're worthy. Out
  3. disgruntledemployee
    How about making all military pay tax free? That would probably have an effect on retention and recruiting. Oh, and the only people that would deploy would be those that really need to. Wait, scratch that. I propose all military pay be tax free after the first $100. That way we'd still be considered "tax payers" and not merely mercs. Symbology, you know. Out
  4. disgruntledemployee
    How bout this idea? A flying deployment usually meant some extra coin and tax free. But hey, we're flying. A 179 or 365 non-flying, screw that. So, I propose a 179 pays an extra chunk of change, and a 365 even more so. It does 2 things, generates volunteers and deletes requirements. The AF shouldn't want to shell out for 10 dudes handing out towels at the gym and after a few rotes, they'll figure out how to cut down on the extraneous. Plus, they may start having folks do work that can be done stateside or make rotes much shorter. So all I'm saying is that if those long deployments are truly worth it, pay up an extra few thou a month. We already have Es doing deployments to gain tax free on re-up bonuses, so this kind of thing can work. Hell, they can even put a varying price tag depending on location and level of shit to deal with. Double a man's salary and someone will go to Asskrakistan for a few. And get rid of the "179" label. Make it 180 and give some credit. Sheesh! And beer in every location!
  5. disgruntledemployee
    Well, whenever I do something to influence elections, I always make sure it looks like the Ruskies did it. Always. Anyone would believe that. Out
  6. disgruntledemployee
    Name change. HPO is now HIPO or HiPO or even Hipo will work. The imagery in my mind as you all mention one was too corollary. You're welcome. Out.
  7. disgruntledemployee
    No one. Which is why Chang is fishing for suckers. "You'll make O-6" and "you'll make General" and "it's a career rocket" are the corporate motivators. I'd rather drop MOABs, which seems a bit more effective at killin' bad guys. Besides, anyone can sell their soul and make O-6, but only a few can say they dropped the biggest fuckin bomb we have... well I'd like to see a bunch more that can say they dropped it. Out
  8. disgruntledemployee
    I blame the Kardashians and all their kind. And Apple. And Google. And Spacebook. And Twittergram. And Tindergrinder. Really, it's all Al Gore's fault. And Goya with his nudie paintings. Out
  9. disgruntledemployee
    One weakness on the M&P Shield (at least when I bought mine) was the recoil spring assembly. The metal washer/disk that engages the barrel is thin and prone to bending. It was too easy to bend if not lined up perfectly for reassembly. When I called customer support, then didn't even ask for my serial number, just my address to ship out a new one. Perhaps Smith and/or Wesson has improved this part on the Shield. "They" make better aftermarket stainless drop-in assemblies. Out
  10. disgruntledemployee
    Just saw a story that Trump asked VADM Robert Harward to take the job, but turned it down. For those that don't know, Harward was a 1 star that Mattis picked to jump up to 3 stars and be his vice at JFCOM. And when Mattis went to CENTCOM, Harward went too and did the deputy deal again. Reputation alone, looks like he was a sound choice. I think that our opponents on the world stage shit a brick upon hearing the name, and are now drunk with relief that he said no thanks. Out
  11. disgruntledemployee
    The timeline was much closer to well under a year than 1-2 years. One night, two new CPs smack in the middle of their flying training come in and mention that they will PCS to something else and feared it would be RPAs as those were most definitely on the list. A total fucking shit show. So my advice that night was to go fly, do well, and discuss career options during the debrief over a beer. And this was McDew's 18th AF. Out
  12. disgruntledemployee
    What are you so afraid of? That politics play into national security decisions? BTW, I think I once read that a president (last 30 yrs?) rarely ever used the NCS. Law says he gets to have one and calls out specific positions, but does the law mandate how the NCS is used? And I'm too old or lazy to look up sources. Look, the Pres is going to listen to whomever he wants for whatever reasons, just like all the ones in the past. If the Pres thinks that putting a politics guy in the fish bowl to "stir it up" because he thinks that may yield better results, let him try it. If the dude fucks it up, he'll get fired. I heard 2x Obama holdovers got canned already for not following orders. Did O ever fire anyone? And I'm not talking about the touchy feely mention of someone resigning but was actually fired. This Pres flat out fired two people. Now I've got to get ready to see Tom Brady lose it tonight, you all have fun out there. Out
  13. disgruntledemployee
    Hey, an easy way to talk to a Congress Man, I'll bite. And this one can't be too hard to tack on to a Defense bill. Did you know that when any of us has a pay issue that results in over payment, DFAS will start charging the member 5% interest until its paid. This occurs even if the amount is in dispute/wrong. And to get any of that interest back takes a very long time (I'm at a year). The red tape is soooooooooooooo excruciating in that department. So, I propose that DFAS can't charge interest any higher than my checking account, currently less than 1%. Tie it to the Fed rate, no more. BTW, if anyone here is making 5% on a savings or checking account, please tell me know; DFAS isn't into banking yet. So there, an easy line item change to current law. Reduce the interest rate DFAS can charge on debts. Out
  14. disgruntledemployee
    Mattis would be a really good choice. However, I don't think you'll see a yuge (Trumpism) growth spurt in defense. From my time in the same organization and others that worked around him, he's not much for red tape, inefficiency, and large staffs. A lot of DCers could be looking elsewhere for a job. And talk about someone that knows the world and the inhabitants. In a way, making him Secretary of War (I kinda like the old name) sends the world a great message, and one of my favorite quotes of his, " I come in peace. I didn't bring artillery. But I'm pleading with you, with tears in my eyes: If you fuck with me, I'll kill you all." I mean think of it, when was the last time the persona of a SecDef sent chills down the spine of our adversaries? Great choice, can't wait for the annoucement Out
  15. disgruntledemployee
    But I wonder, does Obama really care that much about her to grant a pardon for charges yet stated? It's like saying, "I know she's guilty enough to get charged and possibly convicted." Perhaps he allows her to sleep in the bed she made and give Bill one more jab. Well, maybe he does it because doing so will insulate himself from legal scrutiny should they make any criminal links to him. However, I do think the foundation is shitting its pants right now and burning everything. That is probably fair game and Obama doesn't touch that potato. AG Giuliani, I think it fits. Out
  16. disgruntledemployee
    I woke up to the news. We're not out of the woods yet, but I'm very happy the person that can't take any accountability for anything (quite dishonorable, IMO) is done and the Clintons are done. Wife and I concluded that Clinton is unchangeable, but Trump can probably improve himself and move towards being the leader we need. Oh, and DC is shitting its pants Out Mods? Can we get a thread title change and add "Trump" at the end?
  17. disgruntledemployee
    Nope. Tell us what you think... or don't. Its a thread about the next President. And I care, but I can't undo what's about to happen, hence the beer, which is a lovely Toppling Goliath Pseudo Sue. Out.
  18. disgruntledemployee
    Maybe some of you eat this stuff up. Perhaps, you're confident your horse will win. I'm actually nauseated for our future. I'm turning off the TV and watching some Netflix. I'll wake up tomorrow and maybe I'll care to see what happened. I need a beer. Out
  19. disgruntledemployee
    Ahhhh, the ol A-gasm (pronounced just like orgasm, but with an A). Don't pull too hard.... Out
  20. disgruntledemployee
    Really? APACS request to take a cruise on leave. Now its been a couple of years since I did a cruise; maybe some sort of new red tape requirement? BTW, ID and birth cert gives you the cruise ID card, which is all you need to get off/on the boat, err ship. And I didn't have any issues clearing US customs upon return. That said, there is never any issues with the good ol US Dept of State Passport. Out
  21. disgruntledemployee
    For some institutional change, perhaps start with AFIs. Cut/chop/eliminate. Some have plenty of useful guidelines like an MEL, some are used as ammo against one another. For example, the uniform AFI can change to, "Wear a uniform. Here are the ones we have." Take away the shoe ammo. Lower the waiver level of all AFIs after they've been chopped of the stupidness. Why the fuck a multi-star general is listed as the waiver level of so much stupid shit is well beyond me. Again, removing shoe ammo. That's all for now. Out
  22. disgruntledemployee
    This business likely takes four level-headed sets of folks to keep drama low. I will say my first mortgage with NBKC went well. All my drama was on the builder end as they were delayed in completing the place. The process was quite easy and the bank worked with us as we overcame the issues. My purchase was some time ago, but I did get 3.25 VA with the fee rolled in and all other closing costs were covered by the builder. Rate and such was just a reflection of the times. Out
  23. disgruntledemployee
    //startsarcasm// Everyone in the zone has OPRs starting around the same time. The guy at 3 APZ has a few more I think. //endsarcasm// Out
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    Good
  25. disgruntledemployee
    Gents, the real issue here is that the pilot intentionally blocked the flight controls and then forgot about it; CP forgot too. He did something non-standard and there wasn't a checklist item to catch it. Holding the yoke back was/is a common J community technique for their ERO, but I doubt blocking the controls with a pelican case was common. As for a Load checking the controls, who knows if a LM would have been able to see the difference from normal to blocked. But I stand by my biggest point, which is never intentionally block your controls. This was one of the hardest briefs I've ever listened to. I really learned something, even beyond the flight control issue. I hope everyone here does too. Out
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