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Don’t discount the “hight above burst” fusing, it’s great for getting that frag right in the face/head/chest area.

Apparently people forget this used to be allowed.

What type ordnance was used on this mission? I imagine he was carrying a few of them brand "Spanking" new GBU-69 Lubricated Muffin Penetrators designed specifically for BC type missions. Hopefully the fuzing was set properly and functioned in the long-delay mode, generating some muffin induced tremors/a smoking hole. I would consider this mission a failure if the fuzing functioned in the instantaneous mode or worse yet - the premature mode or was a dud .

- 3 bases - Big gun - Best CAS airframe

Negative, gotta find a range and pickle that load before RTB.

https://www.barstoolsports.com/chicago/vermont-air-guard-f-16-fighter-pilot-flew-his-jet-to-washington-dc-to-get-some-cheeks-from-an-army-colonel Didnt see this posted. Excellent commentary.

For some reason it’s only the name/AF tape Velcro that sucks. Taking a patch off the arms is about as hard as getting your drunk recently divorced buddy to leave the strip club.

Was selected as an alternate and requested to increase scores and re-apply. Really great experience!

This is like a duffel blog article turned into reality. Concur with Guardian, the AF has gone full retard. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app

This military has lost its mind. Was anyone offended? Did anyone in the unit have an issue with it? What was the CDI recommendation if the wing CC didn’t fire him because of it? Doesn’t that point to a lesser punishment until a general looking to protect himself got a hold of it? Wonder what people thought of the CC in general? Was this just the tip (sts) of the ice berg or something else?

Ops always won the scheduling meeting but shit happens. The flying schedule is ran by the airplane itself and supply. If it stays together it flies, but I always noticed on the last flight of the day it came back broke.

Guys, stop drawing dicks...this is serious business!!! Navy: We temporarily grounded and gave paperwork to the guys who drew the giant sky penis. AF: Hold my non-alcoholic beer!

Copy, yea I wasn’t sure if you referring to BTZ or ITZ. I haven’t heard of anybody ITZ while in school getting passed over but your statement checks with what I have seen for BTZ while in school.

Not required. Female Army O-6s don’t make rank based on anything present company would list as desireable Recommend off dry, switches safe, RTB with full load.

Are you saying that you know a dozen people that were ITZ while at school and did not got picked up for Lt Col?

But to point out - Robin Olds had to force his wing to support the operational mission. Which means they weren't prior. So today's attitude isn't new or going to change or be changed by those "hoping to make a difference."

^I remember when Ops, not MX, ran the flying schedule.

It’s not really lack of aptitude in the AF as much as willful deception/negligence. We’re being out integrity-ed.

I ever walk into a bar and these fire fighters & flyers are on site.....I'm rigging the bell and slapping the credit card down. Quote me. Very nice work. ATIS

Makes sense, wouldn’t want the gun to explode during the day in your locked case, thus causing what would likely be the largest MASCAL event since Hiroshima. Idiots.

Pros https://youtu.be/0CbWkfCA9tc

HarleyQuinn is in time out. The adults may continue their conversation.

wait, there's a 69th bomb squadron?

As others have said, besides non-rev, most carriers have a discounted ticket program. I've found DALs is pretty hit or miss with Orbitz sometimes being a better deal. We also have a perks program that has all kinds of discounts on various things for travel (hotels, rental cars, cruises, etc...). If you're still MIL, I would look at grabbing the AMEX platinum or Chase Sapphire Cards as the fees are waived while your still AD or on AD orders. They offers some additional perks like pay for global entry (must have IMHO), some travel expenses and club access. Might even be worth it once you're flying for an airline, especially if you commute. I've had pretty good luck with non-revving, but it's usually just me and a chick, traveling with kids might be more stressful. At DAL we can reserve the JS for pleasure travel a few days out and once you sign up for it, it's yours, unless a FED or LCA kicks you out. I think all other carriers are similar, though when I was at American it was still strictly seniority based and senior dudes could/would kick out last minute (terrible, but that may have changed). Some things I have learned from non-rev travel; - If there are multiple flights a day, try to show for the earliest flight. - Travel on off days/seasons (each market is different) greatly increases chances of success. - Seek out the oddball legs when trying to get to Europe (IND/CVG/RDU to CDG come to mind)...they almost always have open seats. - Even if the flight shows negative (or no open seats) I often get on. - Figure out how to use ID90.com and get a ZED fare BEFORE you show up to the airport....painful lesson for me. - If it's important, just buy tickets, we make plenty enough money. - Be willing to call it a failure and make an impromptu vacation out of wherever you end up. I've actually found these to be quite fun. - NOTHING in Europe is worth riding in coach...come back back tomorrow when 1st class is available lol. To add to Torques post. ALPA App - You don't have to be a member or even sign in. It has a section that tells you how to JS on every carrier out there. It also has a listing of all the KCMs, their locations and hours. FlightStats App - Great for finding flights between two destinations. Individual carrier apps - I've downloaded them all and found them useful from time to time. Aside from the above, I find the following useful for non-rev travel Mobile Passport - Great for getting through international security. It's quick, free and easy to use...I often zip through security and have to wait for my crew to get through Global Entry. Hotel tonight - Not bad/not great. Good for finding nearby hotels if you get stuck. CityMaps2Go - Great for foreign locations.

Making sure you are flying before you raise the gear isn’t a technique.

Magnitude of fuckup? You’re kidding right? Hoss my point is this: no matter how fast or slow something happens pulling the jet off the runway and raising the gear below flying airspeed is inexcusable. Chalking it up to “it happens faster than you think” doesn’t pass the sniff test. Sounds like the CAF could use some “getting back to basics”. Which is ironic. But I’m not a fighter pilot so clearly I don’t know what I’m talking about.

A lot gets lost in the translation when it comes to making a post. However, this statement significantly stood out to me. And I thoroughly disagree with the implication it brings with respect to flight disciplined operations. Certainly not what you meant... but not the best choice of words.

Guys you’re really trying to justify fucking up rotating?! Doesnt matter how fast or slow it happens...don’t rotate 20 knots early and pull your gear up before you have flying airspeed Jesus h.

F-15C: Guy in front rubs, guy in back tugs

He also didn’t just brow beat people because he was a fighter pilot and therefore better than them. He got the people working for him to buy into the mission and find importance and honor in their little piece of the pie. Aka, he led. I’m assuming you guys are referring to his time leading the Wolfpack and the famous story about getting the SSgt maintainer paid. That’s a good story. Other ones that don’t make Olds look so great are his alcoholism, extramarital affairs, and poor flight discipline that got people killed. That, to me, is the true story of Robin Olds. A phenomenal leader with some pretty serious blemishes on his record but was able to put his immense martial talents to use and leave behind an amazing legacy. Unfortunately, I really don’t think he would’ve been able to make it nearly as far as he did in today’s climate. I wonder how many potential Robin Olds are sitting in the front of a Fed Ex/Airline X due to the myriad problems listed on this and other sites. It’s pretty sad, honestly.