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Fellas, It's been a turbulent March--for people and mustaches alike. I created this gem a few weeks ago when a friend of mine attending SOS confirmed that a champion of the victim culture complained about Mustache March and its inherent sexism. On behalf of all decent females in the AF, I apologize. We hate these women's studies majors just as much as you do. To all the dudes I serve with, it's been a blast being an honorary member of the boys' club. Mustache March 2014.pdf

I would like to offer an apology to the forum and especially Altus. You were just stating and opinion and honestly the obvious. Stress got the better of me and I sincerely apologize. I do wish everyone the best of luck in the coming months.

Ain't nothin' wrong with that. As stupid as I think this duckfacing (whatever the f*ck) thing is, I give the dude props for the atmosphere he's appeared to have created in that office. Being able to hang loose with the boss (and vice versa) is pretty damn far from what's wrong with the AF.

Bender, gearpig, and BeerMan- Though I've only been posting on this forum for a couple months, I've been reading along for years. I've usually found your opinions and insights well thought out. Today I'm surprised to see such ignorance from you. A guy comes on here and says he's been pushed to the brink, and your response was to call him names and accuse him of resorting to "melodrama" (BTW, it's one word, BM). If your responses indicate the way in which you actually approach leadership and officership, then I pity and hapless soul who might be under your command. Do you have ANY idea what mbh's story is? Did you ask? Or did you take advantage of someone who's struggling with life and the AF in order to presume to grandstand and impress all of us lesser officers with your divine leadership philosophy? Thank God this medium allows you to type out your thoughts for the rest of us, because if you had to speak them aloud the only noise would be the sound of gurgling General semen. Get off your high horses and consider whether perhaps thinking like yours is part of the problem.

Surely you aren't talking about the same General Welsh that gave a speech wearing a Captain America mask?

Ladies and gents, this is 100% how to be a SNAP. Although by his old fart insistence on calling a forum a blog, he is some sort of sensitive old ass pilot. New term: SOAP.

I feel like I'm in an AOL chat room circa 1996. Back to business... UPT waiver is 6 years and aviator retention pay is waived too. Only thing that looks like it won't get waived is weapons school. Get yo popcorn ready... Bullies

Yet an awsome first post!

I'm so insanely jealous, but honestly nowhere near that good. Awesome picture though, I'd have that blown up and placed over my fireplace! 2 weeks until the first track weekend, getting antsy waiting to pick up my bike. In the mean time, I watch this video over and over: (:48 seconds is crazy.)

Lots of gems in this article. Unfortunately, the AF leadership problems are not unique. I still hold our senior AF folks accountable for the recent issues, but the problems and the culture didn't develop overnight. https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/alcohol-isnt-the-secret-services-problem-lousy-leadership-is/2014/03/28/6cc1b48c-b5be-11e3-b899-20667de76985_story.html?tid=pm_opinions_pop Sound familiar? And finally, Col Stanley this is for you.

I've seen this come up in several posts in this thread in particular. I don't know you chizz so nothing personal but /rant on Are you guys fucking serious? I hope there is a good bit of "10% truth" when dudes claim that their productivity has plummeted and all they do is job surf and check AFPC systems. I 7-day opted an assignment, got sent anyways and am currently navigating the Palace Chase process; I get it...hell I think anyone with half a brain thinks this force management process (and many things about the Air Force) is totally fucked. But come on, there's still a job to do and I signed on the dotted line to do it. No one has been stop-lossed or has missed a paycheck. If anyone who worked for or with me stopped doing their job and was constantly job searching while at work, they wouldn't be slacking off for very long. Be an officer, nut up and give the job your all until the day you hang it up, whether that's 20+ or just until your most lengthy sentence is served. Serious question: do guys claiming they're basically ROAD not feel responsible for their units mission or mentoring younger guys to take their place? Where I come from both of those things are important and full-time jobs unto themselves. All this might be a minority opinion but it needs to be said...hopefully by front line supervisors and Commanders and not just some guy in the internet. /rant off

Is it maybe that no commander gets fired for suicides, yet a bunch of sexual assault/harassment complaints and he would be out like a pair of rims at an LA Dodger's game?

Who would you rather follow into combat, the one who is dignified and would never stoop to looking goofy on the internet, or the one who knows their people and isn't afraid to occasionally look a little foolish for them?

https://www.af.mil/mobile/News/tabid/252/Article/475142/sesame-street-friends-help-military-children-move.aspx Did someone just reference 6 to 9 with regard to children? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

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To all you guys who are critical of the bitching....remember this. The civilian world does not deploy you to shitholes for years on end. They also don't typically force you to move. You can look for another job and then quit when you find another. Sure are there problems in the civilian world...heck yes. The difference is you have way more control and freedom over your life. You and I were thinking the same thing.....I'm not afraid to rock the boat....and do so every chance I get these days

I'm often surprised at how many people have been brainwashed into the "shut up and color" mentality. If the majority continues to act like nothing is happening by continuing to do as you're told, then nothing will ever change. Instead of degrading those that are dealing with he RIF, TERA, etc, how about the majority join in and demand answers as well. Wait I know why that doesn't happen... It's because no one wants to rock the boat and cause themselves to miss out on that strat...let's face it... Nothing will ever change.

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In 3D. Well worth the price of admission.

Or draft, coordinate, and publish a PSDM correctly?

Even douches can be brave, talented, and heroic. One does not negate the other.

It's Gerard Butler & Morgan Freeman vs Channing Tatum & Jamie Foxx. Just from that you can instantly tell which one is better Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Starting your stache in Feb is weak.

Act like nothing is happening? NOTHING IS HAPPENING. Isn't that the problem? Hey, I feel for you (I thought I made that perfectly clear about 20 pages back). What exactly is it that you suggest I do (i.e. to "rock the boat") that I'm too afraid to do because it would cause me to miss out on that strat? I'm not so sure you understand my personality even a little, brother. I would love to help all you guys out if I could...maybe I could call Tony Carr and see if he'd get involved for some publicity to your cause. Oh wait... Didn't you "want to see the world"? Maybe you got the outdated brochure that didn't have the current schedule and locales. There have only been slight modification to the bochure I got...circa 2003. Honestly, I'm curious how you define "rock the boat"? Dear lord, man. For the record, you can't get the Airman's Medal for coming to the aid of a stray on the internet. His civilian job won't be any different, and there is a decent likelyhood it will be worse. ...and if he wants nsplayr to "do us a favor and knock it off" (i.e. shut up because he disagrees with me), then he should just follow suit. You don't get to just tell the other guy to stop talking so you can win...both of them should either shut up or respect each others right to bitch as they please...disagreement or not. By all means, back to "business"...please. Bendy

Why? 1. Because it is a professional certification for pilots. I happen to be a professional pilot. 2. Because I enjoy flying. And if I'm going to spend time flying, I see no reason not to brush up on the FAA/ Civilian part of things, and get the rating. It was a great time. 3. Because I get to opportunity to learn something from the IP and the DPE that I worked with. 4. Because it gives me another opportunity to interact with my local FSDO. As it turns out, my FSDO is made up of a great group of inspectors, and I have a very good rapport with them. 5. It gave me the excuse to get checked out in another aircraft. I like that. I'm up to about 95 different types that I've flown. I'm a better pilot for it. 6. I could list more, but you get the idea. But if it's too much of a hassle for you, don't bother. I guess.

Pics and we will accept the apology.

I stand corrected. Where once we were led by men feared but dignified, now we are led by men that want to e our fb friends.