Napoleon_Tanerite

Nothing is free. We're going to trade obesity related problems for orthopedic injuries. Any I'm not against PT and being generally healthy; however, as was highlighted the inherent message of the FAC was insulting. Furthermore, something is bad wrong with our priorities when the PT test is one of the biggest career killer out there. I doubt causing a Class A mishap would do more damage to my career than failing a few PT tests.

PT program too, don't forget that. The two biggest morale killers we've had in quite a while. Edit: Are we still even allowed to say that name?

True, but that is a slippery slope. Does this mean that each incoming CSAF needs to re-validate every single AFI out there? Is 11-202v3 null and void after a change of command until the incoming CSAF blesses it? I agree that it could have been worded more directly, but I also don't think that you should read THAT deeply into it. EDIT: I would have LOVED for this to be the case, and to have the PT reg slip through the cracks. I really wish Welsh would address the joke that is the AF PT program. Killing the FAC was a good first step, but this idiotic emphasis on PT needs to go away. (yes, I am a fatass).

....except the bubs at McConnell. Or you could tap the 11R guys. E-3 and E-8 guys have no problem with AR. You take your -10 mafia and go back to Andrews!

I don't think they're buying enough tails for it to make sense to have a dedicated schoolhouse that's not collocated with an ops unit. My bet is McConnell. It's the hub of the KC-135, and it will probably be a KC-135 mafia for the KC-46 initial cadre.

You know, I think Welsh couldn't have done it better to show just how BAD of a policy Blues Monday was. If he had just come out and unilaterally said "no mas" for it, it could have been painted as his opinion vs Skeletor II's. Instead he set it up so each individual unit had the option of what to do, knowing full well that at every level of command the bad policy would be rejected. Well played indeed!

Very neon

Almost as hilarious as a sock check.

Woah-- LiPo batteries in a commercial jet? I can understand the concern. I use those things in my RC toys, and they're GREAT for low weight, high power applications, but they are very prone to fire if over charged or damaged. Not my helicopter, but I've got one like it. Jump to :35 for the crash and aftermath. BTW, that's about a $2000 helicopter.

tell me why you NEED a car capable of going over 80mph!

Like the beach, but without the water.... and scantily clad women.... and Mythos

Well, we're about done with Afghanistan. We need a new 10 year moneypit war! Mali makes Afghanistan look like a resort location too!

2.... until this thread I didn't know that current U-2s are relatively new-build aircraft. I had always assumed the airframes were upgraded 50s and 60s models.

I'm surprised the drug got any scrutiny. It was clearly the evil car that caused the problems. It wasn't the person making the poor decisions or the drugs they are on!

I remember the last time the French helped a rebel alliance..... That has been working out really well so far....

I hope Skeletor II feels the same feeling now that the original Skeletor felt when his dumb new service dress got turned off.

Or we could have come and taken the plane at any time when the government decided they may be a danger to themselves or others

I've heard this same lesson repeated MANY, MANY, MANY times over, not just over safety privilege. If you think you may even MAYBE, POSSIBLY MIGHT be getting "looked at" about something that has happened, ask to be read your rights, and seek counsel. It's in our nature to try to "be helpful" but unfortunately I've seen several people both in the military and civilian world get burned badly by statements they made trying to be "helpful" without counsel present. Unfortunately in today's world, don't ever assume ANYONE has your back.

Everyone at Randolph (non-flyers at least) have been wearing Blues on Monday like clockwork

Isn't that Air Force standard? Hence the latest inquisition into any morale materials?

Since we fly, I think it's important we find an attorney who is well versed in bird law and other lawyerings

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Same. I didn't agree with a lot of his actions/positions as a senator, but I have the utmost respect for ANY CMOH recipient. Unfortunately we're losing a lot of WWII vets, and they won't be with us much longer. To Sen. Daniel Inouye

The SIB almost always occurs before the AIB. With this in mind, most guys are willing to disclose as much as necessary to the SIB in the interest of mishap prevention (I.E. the entire point of the SIB). How does this impact future SIBs if there is still any bit of doubt that what is said to an SIB in privileged will be disclosed to an AIB (or subsequent trial) if it is later determined that a crime has taken place? I've been fortunate to not have had to provide information to an SIB; however, I will certainly think twice if I think the information I provide in the name of mishap prevention is suddenly turned around to bury a bro whose luck didn't work out for him. I see no winners in this equation. Then again, when hasn't the Air Force NOT been engaged in (at best) a zero sum game?

I wonder if this had anything to do with them suddenly realizing that it wasn't compatible with their AR capabilities?