disgruntledemployee

Back on topic everyone...I hate reflective belts.

Long time ago in another thread, I relayed a similar discussion in that comm folks think that we would not be able to do our mission if all computers failed. A failed computer system does not change the MX status of an airplane, it will still fly, especially an E model Herc. A failed computer system does not change the readiness of aircrew. Without computers, we can still schedule planes and crews, still put gas on the planes, still load them with cargo, still fly to places around the world. Do computers make it all easier, sure. Does our reliance on computers make it harder for us to perform our job when they fail, sure. Do we need to train ourselves to operate with out radios and computer, absolutely. Because it will happen. The enemy knows that we need Blackberrys in order to function. Its our crutch!

Several Bothan Spies died attempting to steal the plans to the Reflector Belt Factory. So, Capt4Fans, does this mean we should now call you Red 5? ...wait, I've got another one. ST: Where are your reflective belts? Don't you know that the Empire has a rule that everyone must wear a reflective belt while driving speeders with droids in the back? Obi: [waves hand] We don't need reflective belts, we're hacking the mission. ST: Sorry, that hand waving doesn't work on us. We've been indoctrinated to strictly enforce RB rules. Is that tunic tucked in young man? Obi: Well, in that case, I have something else that glows. Would you like to see it? Edit: to add a better SW reference. This stormtrooper thing could take on a life of its own.

So, what you're really asking here is if there is a C-5 with a confirmed kill, other than itself?

Two points. 1. If a Soldier or Marine needs the ammo and gear, lets get it to them. 2. When (not if) we tacon the C-27J to an Army unit, if that Army O-6 is being unrealistic, it is our job to show them what is possible/practical. In the end, those C-27Js will fly their asses off and those Army dudes will be thankful for it. I just wish we could expand the realm of this concept to Marine units as well. //sarcasm on// Oh wait, if a Marine wants supplies, he would have joined the Army //sarcasm off//. Out

Yeah, I slept through economics in college. But it could be linked to the Blues on Monday conspiracy and the PT uniform conspiracy, both of which cause an increase in sales to AAFES. Now if they start mandating that we wear ribbons on our PT uniforms and this causes another run on clothing sales stores... Besides, the GARBs are probably made in china with banned chemicals and hazardous materials. Out

His stated motives will change, from what he originally intended, to satisfy whatever political/social/religious ideas he is dreaming up at this moment. Thus, I don't care about his motive. I call it a terrorist act based what he is and what he did, not some motive. And before any liberals get their panties in a bunch and start siting other examples of workplace shootings, save it. Anyone that attacks our military, foreign or domestic, in such a way as Hasan, is a terrorist. The symbology of such an attack is overwhelmingly obvious. Steve, that is so key; Islam is incompatible with any secular/non-muslim form of government.

Alright Vertigo, nsplayr, and any other that wishes to defend Islam. I don't care about the crusades, the history of violence in religion, blah, blah, blah. How many Christian (or non-muslim religions) out there are teaching holy war, hate, etc. in the classroom? Chirp chirp (crickets). Now who thinks that muslims preach hate and holy war on a daily basis, raise your hand. And thats the point in current times. Hell, here is a linky, because I know all you scholarly types out there love evidence. Obsession, the Movie Hasan a terrorist? Snapped? I'll agrue that islam conditioned him to "snap" in the manner he did. He was too chicken to give himself a 180 grain headache, so he chose to shoot lots of people knowing he would be gunned down. Now that the dick is still alive, every nutcase lawyer out there will now try to blame everyone/everything else for his actions. The prosecution won't blame islam, as its not PC. But I know that in the end, he will find out that there are no virgins when they execute him. Out

Quick, we need someone to craft a very clever entry on Wikipedia (I'm not very clever). An entry that would cement the silliness of such things. Go, get to it. Time is critical. Out

I am so glad I'm not there. I would make the biggest frackin' scene if some TCN refused to plot the crappy mashed potatoes on my tray due to a relective belt. So mush so that the entire chow hall would probably fall silent. My God, what the is going on there? The last time I heard of food service being refused due to clothing, a young SSgt e-mailed the AF Times and they published the story.

For all you M1 Garand owners out there, does anyone use commercial 30.06 ammo? CMP is out and I'd like to find an alternative. I heard Federal is now making an M1 specific round. Thanks

Thanks for noticing!

no! How about some mission oriented aircraft first. Jeeze. Out

OK, Kaman, I'll allow that your intentions seems honorable, but like I said earlier, I didn't like the tone of your original post. I thought, why is a Navy dude posting that the AF doesn't have bases named after people. It didn't sit right. Next, please don't name drop in order to press your point. But if you want, next time I'm in Milwaukee, I ask Jane Sijan if she would like an AFB named after her son when I see her in church. BTW, which base would you like to rename? Out

Hmmm. When I read your post, I had a few different thoughts. 1. I agree, naming our bases, streets, gates, FOBs, etc. is a great way to honor our men and women. 2. I disagree on RENAMING a base. 3. The tone of your message...well, I didn't like it. How many bases has the Navy renamed, or how many of them are named after a heroic/instrumental leader? Now compare that to the AF. Tell you what, lets start listing bases, and see if the Navy can make it to bases starting with letter C. Before you go slamming the AF on base names, perhaps you should do a little research as to why a base was named such. Perhaps you should petition the Navy to rename Pearl Harbor, Norfolk, Pt Mugu, or Key West after LT Mike Murphy. So no, I will not join you in petitioning the renaming of AF base names. If the AF decides to build a new base somewhere, I will make a suggestion. BTW LR is named as such because the people of the area purchased and donated the land for the base back in the 50s. Out

I can't resist, its just too tempting! Sure there Cowboy. First, they tie you down and shave your head bald. Then they tatoo the All American DZ to the left side of your head. It makes for easy reference for the pilot. The back of your head is reserved for the nav...this could be interesting. And if you don't believe me, just ask your fellow squadron mates when you get there. Out

On 9/11, it was the standard reaction and bustle. But I flew to Andrews on 9/12 at 0600. It was very eerie. We tookoff and was handed from departure to center before the aftertake checklist was complete. We were the only plane on freq and the center controllers were all very somber that morning. We flew into the sunrise, of which I snapped a few pictures. That photo is my reminder of 9/11. During the descent, we could see the smoke coming from the Pentagon. We were intercepted by an F-16 then given clearance to land at Andrews. Out

Here's the perceived arguement: why should DOD invest in a dedicated AF CSAR platform when in current operations, the AF has not been the service with the highest rate of isolated personnel? That is what I think the top leadership thinks. They are probably thinking, "why can't the AF use what it already has, or why can't SF do the job? So when you say the future looks good, I doubt it. While that report provides justification, its being done by those that are proponents of personnel recovery and thus, may be viewed as biased. That like me justifying the AMP, J, or C-27J. Out

Good discussion here, I love it. The demise of AMP, in my opinion, is from a basic arguement that AMP is lipstick; its make-up on the same bent-up frame and high-life wings. So, continuing that arguement, the big wigs probabply think its a better investment for more Js versus a geeked out legacy Herc, especially since J's have deployed and basically shown they can hack the mish. Yes AMP has its shady history, but the extremely long acquisition process doomed it. When I heard it was going to take about 3 years for Boeing to DEVELOP the AMP kit (after winning the contract), I thought that the bidding/acquisition process failed right there. The contract award should have resulted in an immediate install and 6-9 month test phase. But since it took forever to build and a few protests, AMP was shitcanned out of the gate. Now on to the fun. I have two views with respect to AMP/technology/Navs. 1. I would love upgraded avionics, a full-blown FMS with more than 200 waypoints, a color radar with WX, and big fat displays to view the stuff. 2. I hate it when everyone is heads down with their faces in the box. Here is where some of you people may come up with the "anti-technology" excuse. 3. I love the Nav and Eng. Its two more thinking brains helping to make the mission happen. That said, I've seen how technology has replaced them. Hell, airlines got rid of flight engineers by creating better systems and ennunciator panels. So, do I hate AMP? No. Do I hate the J? No. Would I fly the J? Yes, but I know its a very different CRM game then. Out.

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PACMAN meet ATARI. ATARI started the video game revolution that has occupied so much of my time, I'm sure I can measure it in months. From Pacman to Call of Duty, man what a journey.

What ever happened to the concept of Citizen Soldier? You want it your way, hire mercs. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jlZru4nEfI0 Out

I did it in about 20 minutes, most of the time was spent reading and understanding what I was about to do. As Boris stated, take the eligibility date out to 26 years old for the kids. And I made the start date 1 Sep 09, even though my kids are still in grade school. And, if a kid decides to go hippie join the Peace Corps, you can change the months of benefit to kid #2/3/4 (I read it, and I hope I can do so in the future). Quote: A child’s subsequent marriage will not affect his or her eligibility to receive the educational benefit; however, after an individual has designated a child as a transferee under this section, the individual retains the right to revoke or modify the transfer at any time. Link And get this, if someone were to divorce, they can revoke the benefit from the spouse. Thats mean, and funny, but mean... maybe. Out

No slam here, good buddy. I'm all for the Big 10...just ask fellow Badger Spoo. When I read your thread, I assumed that you will be there TDY and hence only have lodging cable service, thus no cable or satellite tv options. That leaves the sports bar. Now that wasn't too hard, and I didn't even slam OSU in the process. Out

I'm sure you can find a sports bar. There, that was easy.