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I think it says something HUGE that he was picked for the AMC/CC job. That guy was ready to retire and surf in Hawaii... What's more: show me one of the last half-dozen AMC/CC's who could muster combat-oriented USAF mobility vision that guy's been able to illuminate in the last year. Few could, or (in some cases) would. For too long AMC leadership's been coasting along on the backs of mobility airmen with a "You know the great thing about the MAF is you dont have to do anything or change anything" attitude...(an actual quote from an actual now-retired 4-star AMC/CC).... Because the airmen and the jets always perform. Maybe Mini wasnt the first of his kind, but he was brought in because he thinks different - and different is good. It highlights the need for deliberate development at every level, all the way to the top. For far too long there's been a "Build-a-General" program in the MAF that's tried to make everyone broad - minimally experienced in a lot of things - namely to make A1's job easier putting people in places (an actual quote from a former A1KB chief). Expertise? Didnt matter. "We need generalists!" Tripe. Non-thinking lazy personnel program garbage... Moreso, it's the complete opposite of the way the rest of the USAF works. When I see my CAF peers knowing who is going to replace them, and who's going to replace THEM, and what weapons system they came from - and compare it to the "next up" way we've been picking MAF leadership, it's staggering. That said, retention also plays a huge part, I get that - not everyone that we'd like to see stay decides to do so. But times are changing... I'm not saying scrap what we do and copy the CAF, but I am saying we've been off track, and are correcting back to centerline. I know there are good people and programs doing just that - we've still got a ways to go. Chuck

I'm all for a "flying boat" C-130, but it can already hit the beach...

All in due time, for good reason that has only been communicated to USAF for now. But again, at certain distances it has the same offload as a KC-135 while operating of a runway half in length and made of dirt. Again in due time. There are numerous waveforms that already exist and again and this is certainly not the place to discuss the options. I've taken exception to your "fluff" comments because I don't think you understand the current state of JADC2 (correct me if i am wrong). JADC2 is conceptually a great idea, but to date that is all it has been is a concept VERY poorly defined by DoD. Each service is running in a different direction with the Navy having the best concept and architecture so far (in my opinion). USAF took a GIANT step in the right direction this week and named an RCO to lead the USAF portion of JADC2...maybe we will finally have some leadership that drives towards requirements rather than a continuous sketch of ideas on the white board. A couple of Key things about KC-390 from my vantage point prove it is not "fluff" First, this is a clean sheet design tanker...from day one it was mean to be a tanker and that reflects in its basis DNA and certifications. As such it is a fully digitized aircraft so integration of additional capabilities is far easier than legacy systems. Second and most importantly, the airplane is has multiple data buses from the nose to the tail and from wingtip to wingtip that were integrated into the open system architecture, again, from day one. As I hope you know integrating JADC2 capabilities is far more than simply adding power and to truly make them effective they should be integrated into the mission system. Do I think there will be RORO solutions, of course, and those solutions will enable rapid development and fielding of emerging capes, but having the option to integrate with the aircraft mission system makes them a lot more than "Fluff."

I don’t see anything crazy in what Mini said there. He even said there would be 2 crews on the jet for those long duration sorties.

The FSB just needs to shoot him already and get it over with.

But that's just it, it's not a handful that's needed. Yeah I know, a single nuke in Manhattan would be devastating. One for every major city would be as well. But that's not really how the doctrine works. It takes hundreds, thousands really for the strategy to work *if* you plan to be the first one to launch. A couple dozen would hurt us, but the follow on devastation from our arsenal, very much functional, would end Russia as a global entity. Using a nuke is end game for Putin, and I don't think he's willing to lose everything over Ukraine. Unless he's terminally ill, who knows? This isn't just about us. Europe is experiencing some pretty amazing introspection over their blind eye towards Russia over the years. They are going through way more pain than we are, willing, to hurt Russia. Humans aren't economic entities, they have pride and shame, and I think both are at play here. Either way, the rules of the past 40 years, economically, military, geopolitically, don't apply anymore.

So how much fuel can it carry?

Would you consider a national lockdown due to a virus a type of sanction?

A week ago the rat bastiges at DFW vectored us in right behind a RJ. "You have a 30 knot overtake on the traffic in front of you, slow to final approach airspeed." "We are at final approach airspeed." "American 37 go around." Morons.

Agreed. The point that I missed was basically: Russian tech industry sucks, and they can't build anything advanced without access to intermediate goods. So they can't replace their advanced military systems.

Oh good the Gucci boys finally get to call someone else a prima donna after holding that title for 40-something years!

I read your original post while angry. I can clearly see now what you meant. Sorry man. 😞

A SFS/CC might recommend saying, 'I lack understanding of a great many things!'

The 122FS is expecting to have a UPT board in the spring of 2023, with squadron visits/rush events starting back up November drill 2022. These rush events involve visiting the squadron Friday/Saturday and a social event on the town Saturday afternoon. They are by invite and require a completed/qualifying application to attend. Invites will be sent out about a month out to allow time to plan travel. Requirements for a completed application are below. In addition to that please fill out the one page powerpoint document that is attached (this helps us put names to faces during visits). Submit this powerpoint as a separate document to your application. Your application should include the following items, in order, in a SINGLE PDF file: 1. Cover letter addressed to the 122FS Hiring Board stating the position you are interested in interviewing for and outlining your qualifications. 2. Printout of your AFOQT and PCSM Scores from the official website. 3. Resume to include civilian, military, and sports experience (Please make this as comprehensive as possible on a single page, it will be heavily weighted.) 4. Transcript Summary from an accredited 4-year or higher degree. 5. Minimum of 3 letters of recommendation. Address to: UPT Selection Board 6. If prior service, your last two EPR/OPRs. Redact any sensitive info like SSN. 7. A current photo and date of birth. Submit this information as well as any questions you may have to 122fspilothiring@gmail.com Good luck! Last,First,2023UPT.pptx

I now feel cheated from my UPT experience.

Today would have been Rich's 46th birthday. You are still badly missed, brother. Rest in peace!