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They're already on the way...they're going to cut his hair and put him in a proper uniform baseball cap. I was wondering about the American hat too. Kind of nice to see a subtle shout out from an ally with the the anti-US flag burning bullshit we get to watch every day on the news, even in our own country. I say good on him too.

So what has been the trend with rotary guys and the shift to to UAVs? are THEY safe? (nobody else seems to be)

unbelievable. Anybody on this forum have some first hand UPT/academy stories about this tool shed? On a side note, I'm curious what washed her out, she has apparently been around planes for quite a while.

Don't report it.

I'm going to IFS in April and don't have any flight hours. I've signed up at the local airport to fly their diamond and pay by the hour, but I'm wondering what type of stuff to do up there? I'm assuming that basic straight and level, pattern work and landings are the most important. Assuming I'll probably only get 10-15 hours before I go, what do you guys recommend I focus on? (Also, I'd love to hear more about "that guy" if y'all have stories) edit: in case It's not clear in my post, I will be with an instructor in the DA-20, obviously.

What is "P-Factor"?

I'm getting married in 2 weeks. I'm in Mess Dress, all my boys (even those who are military, some are army and others are AF) are in black and white. I think that's totally cool.

Quick question... Which part of the PFT did she fail, and what kind of varsity athlete is she?

conscription + nature of war in the 21st century = REALLY bad idea

That's exactly what I was looking for. Thank you. Bottom line, do you think it is much more difficult for someone flying one of these aircraft to maintain a family than someone who flies say a slick, or a fighter?

That's kinda what I was going for. Thanks for all of the responses.

I ran a search and didn't find quite what I was looking for. I'll be entering UPT soon, and while I know that it's not entirely up to me what I end up flying, I've been giving the various options a lot of thought. Unlike some, who are "definitely gonna go fighters", I have been looking for other options that might also provide an exciting and rewarding career. I keep being drawn back to the aircraft of the special ops community, mainly helos and the specops herc's. I'm getting married in a few months and am also concerned about keeping a happy and funcitonal family life. Is it true what they say about Special Ops pilots NEVER being home, or having to leave in the middle of the night and not tell the wife where you're going? I know that there are some Helo guys as well as some gunship pilots on this forum, I thought maybe they could shed some light on this for me. To me, there would be no greater reward than to participate in CSAR or disaster relief ops. What kind of opportunities are out there? How should I get started? Thanks for any imput you might have. (p.s. If you don't know anything about this topic, please fight the temptation to post a witty or sarcastic comment and let those who do know share their knowledge, thanks)

How quickly can GLOC manifest itself? In a snap turn like the one I saw on that video is it possible for it to occur instantly, without the tunnel warning? Especially without a suit?

I don't think there is anything disrespectful about speculating about the cause of a fatal accident. Especially one where nobody knows what caused it. My heart goes out to the family of the fallen pilot, but i don't think its disrespectful to discuss possible causes.

Do you think the lack of a G-suit could have contributed? I mean i'm no expert, but in a sharp turn like that...who knows?

awesome...just awesome

Dude...it would SUCK to boil

Yeah, that would be one impressive shot...

ok so all of the assholeness aside. Aerobatic, not acrobatic...I'll give you that one... My apologies. But...I wasn't referring to T-6 rides, I was talking about F-15 flights that are discussed earlier in this thread... and they DO have a HUD and are rated for high G's.

That leads me to a question I was wondering about. I would imagine that a lot of these LT's are unaccustomed to high G or acrobatic flight, especially if they haven't had T-6 rides to acclimate them. Do most of them spew up their cookies all over the HUD?

Hm... looks like 69 Lieutenants to me.

Hm... looks like 69 Lieutenants to me.

On the note of Aircraft nicknames...is anybody here a Thunderbolt II pilot!?! I freakin' love that plane. The lightning II looks awesome too! (I personally think they should call that one the "reaper"...it just looks like a reaper to me)

I had my final semester counseling yesterday after reporting my 5th civil involvement. 4 speeding tickets and an expired sticker over 4 years. My Colonel just glazed over them and made sure that there was none of them were what he called "serious". No DUI's, felonies etc. He understands that everyone gets those, but it depends on the det i suppose. He's kindof old school.