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Its been talked about but why? The aircraft is out of production, would cost more than a new tanker (actually three times what a KC-390 costs), and modifying the existing birds would cut an already strained strategic airlift fleet.

I hope someone looks at the big picture (wishful thinking I know). What is the timeline to manufacture 450+ NP2000 props versus the timeline to manufacture 450+ new legacy barrel assemblies. If the timelines are even close it may be worth it to INVEST in the H's to keep them viable and FAR more capable for years to come.

We as in the U.S. government and our allies. There is a LOT going on behind the scenes right now.

We know who attacked the Nord Stream Pipe Line, We know how they attacked the Nord Stream Pipeline and we know why they attacked the Nord Stream pipline...those are facts. Currently responses are being "discussed and wargamed." There WILL be a response. What the response is and whether or not that response is ever publicized has yet to be determined.

Interestingly, the A400 costs nearly double what the KC-390 goes for.

Interesting two day bounce. The market thinks the Fed has done enough. Interestingly the next rate hike decision will be made four days before the mid-terms. My prediction, potential for 10% rally into 3Q numbers but then a pullback as layoffs and earnings downgrades start. I think there will be a huge bond market rally into next year. Fortune favors the brave...unless you are investing in Crypto...

The sickness that is Woke Liberalism on full display. In the picture below is Steve Adler the mayor of Austin Texas, a "Defund the Police" zealot who as Mayor cut 1/3 of the police budget. Here we see him sleeping at the memorial for Officer Anthony Martin who died in the line of duty last month.

From the analysis and past discussion with the Army I've seen so far, increasing the C-130 internal width by 8" would have made a dramatic difference but Lockheed would not budge (unlike BQZIPS's Mom). Still working the exact numbers to account for new equipment but it looks like that small change would yield an increase to between 30 and 40% of current rolling stock. As an aside, KC-390 has 14" more internal width.

Except USAF doesn't want anymore C-130s, nor does the Army. FYI only 8% of the Army's rolling stock actually fits on the C-130, a problem Lockheed has known about for a LONG time and they don't care to fix.

Yes, they used a plasma laser etching machine instead of acid etching to serialize the parts. This caused heat to radiate through the medal resulting in cracks on every one they have inspected so far. NP2000 looks really good right about now.

Ole Kamala letting us know where we stand as Americans in a crisis after she said the administration would take "equity" into account when dividing up disaster relief as Hurricane Ian rips up the eastern coastline. "We have to address this in a way that is about giving resources based on equity, understanding that we fight for equality, but we also need to fight for equity." Not to be outdone Uncle Joe says "A vital part of preparing fur Hurricane Season is to "get vaccinated now."

The foundational school of USAF leadership..."We will not lie, steal, or cheat, nor tolerate among us anyone who does. Furthermore, I resolve to do my duty and to live honorably, (so help me God)". I guess it doesn't count when it is the institution doing the cheating. Air Force Football Sanctioned for Recruiting Violations "The Action Network, citing sources, reported in May that the Falcons were being investigated for hosting high school prospects on campus during dead periods in 2020 and providing them with improper benefits." I am sure someone got a "Defiantly Promote" for that one.

I am sad to hear that.

I hope it wasn't Buffy as it does not match his character (I've been wrong before). I've known him since we were WIC instructors, legit good dude back in the day. As I recall the decision to transition to the B-2 was not his and he did make the most of it by being initial B-2 WIC Cadre.

"Luke AFB DFAC, $400 in BAS and we aren’t even allowed cheese on our chicken sandwiches. And no other toppings aside from lettuce and tomato."

Questions yes, pre-entry drug tests, no.

The liberals simply don't care. The country is being run by a demented shell of a man, I pray he doesn't hit the nuke button reaching for his Life Alert. As long as they got rid of the Orange Man. Truly criminal that his wife and staff are allowing this to continue.

Less than a new C-130J

An off-duty Massachusetts National Guard member aggressively confronted a tour bus full of senior citizens thinking they were migrants Pure insanity. Liberal Douche nuts want open borders until it comes to their state. Sadly this guy will be celebrated rather than punished.

FIFY

Recruiting is down for all services and of course they are all lowering standards. I could care less if you've smoked a blunt, given the shifting national attitude marijuana use will likely go the way of alcohol. However, until then, the law is the law and we are a country of laws...oh wait. Aim high: Air Force green-lights waivers for THC-positive applicants