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Try ebay...here's a good, cheap example: Ebay Flightsuit

Why's that?

If you just got C models, you'll probably be at Klamath. Supposedly the last B-course class has started at Tyndall (per a friend's info). Maybe there might be one or two more, but no way you'll be in one of them (if you just dropped them that is). Who knows about wait time, but I bet it'll still be several months.

Don't keep running on it. IT band injuries can become pretty serious if you keep exercising on it. The more you run on it, the longer you'll be unable to exercise when you get to the point of being unable to because of the pain. See the doc, go on profile...don't just push this one aside. Plus, it's only ASBC, who cares. They can send you home and then you can come back later (i.e. hopefully you just start UPT and don't ever have to go back). It's not the end of the world, but you could end up seriously injuring yourself if you play I've got a secret.

Fixed wing qual is shorter because you're already a winged pilot (albeit different service/rotary). So, you already have all the "general pilot skills," you just need to learn how to fly the fixed-wing way and the Air Force way. At VN, the FWQ guys were in their own flight/class and weren't actually a part of a "normal" UPT class. At least that's how I remember it being about 1.5 yrs ago. Regular UPT last 12 months, but according to XL, FWQ is about 9 months...so I guess that's the length you can expect (sts).

I know that at least as of 1.5 yrs ago there were helo dudes going through a fixed wing qual program at VN. I guess it was a very shortened version of UPT, but w/ a lot of the bullshit cut out.

Just curious, why use Jepp instead of the normal FLIP?

Why the hell are these guys allowed to be such outright cock bags? Fucking ridiculous.

Then he'll be able to read it in 6-9 yrs when outlook actually displays the digitally signed email.

We're gonna need a shitload of dimes! to Sgt Rhyner. I hope I have the chance to work with guys like him in the future.

Thanks for the help. Also, do you know where in the JTFRs it says what is tax deductible? I searched all over them and couldn't find anything. I'm just wondering what receipts I should keep and turn in to get the tax deduction. Thanks.

I went to the AF Move website and further to the PPM Calculator. After estimating the weight, I notice this on the page: ]The tax amount can be reduced by providing valid receipts for allowable deductions such as the cost of a rental vehicle, packing materials, moving aids, tolls, and gasoline. For example, I "make" $2500 on the DITY, but $700 is taken out for tax. However, the above bold line clearly states I can reduce that tax w/ the cost of rental vehicle, etc. So, if I spend $800 on a Uhaul, can't I put that down as a deduction and thus pay no tax and get the full $2500? I'm assuming I would "lose" that extra $100 (i.e. the AF isn't going to pay me $800 for the rental per se, but they should get rid of the $700 tax since the rental cost me $700 or more). I've always heard you aren't reimbursed for a Uhaul, etc. b/c that's what DLA is for blah blah. But the line above clearly says I can show a receipt and thus not have the tax taken out. Am I missing something?

For the most part, as long as you keep a good attitude towards UPT, instruction, etc, prior flying time can only help you. With the exception of one guy, all of us who got fighters in my class had prior flight time ranging from 80 hrs to 900 hrs. I think it helps and strongly suggest anyone get time. Not only will it help you, but it will be fun. Obviously experiences differ between classes, but bottom line is it's never a bad idea to get flight time.

Wives are all talk...I think 96.9% of our wives say that every March, and every March it quickly turns out to be a blind threat.

Clingy wives do not mesh well with the flying side of the AF (or really any highly deployed/TDY job). It's only fair to your wife that you explain the truth to her...don't BS her with "I'll only be gone once every 2 yrs." You'll be gone a lot at times, less during others. It all depends. Yes, she will have to make sacrifices, but this is a dream and you shouldn't let anyone hold you back from your dream...especially for a superficial reason of "but I'll miss you too much."

Definitely drive if you can...there's tons of stuff to do in CO, and it all requires driving out of Pueblo.

I think Bfargin's right. It's been several years since I've read that book, but I highly recommend it, along w/ Ed's other book about his time in F-4s. He's a cool guy to talk to if you ever have the chance to meet him.

It would be a bad idea to go. It won't affect you in any way, except not wasting 6 weeks of your life. Don't mention it to anyone and thank God you don't have to go.

Definitely go w/ progspec. I've used them 4 times. Every time is a great price with great customer service and superior product quality. I honestly don't know why you would use any other company for your patch needs.

Really? For fuck's sake dude...if you're that lazy, then save yourself the trouble and have fun in services.

Well I know where I'm going for Red Dawn part 2.

Is this on any CBT? I hope so, b/c this just may be the best thing I've read in a while.

She's not, I just allow her access to a laptop once a week after she has satisfactorily cleaned it. It's too bad she always has to run into a door every time it's not good enough.

Completely agree. I have a VXII 3-9x40 mounted on a Rem 700 30.06. It's an awesome combo for a decent amount less than you'd spend on a Sako or something similar. I took an elk in Dec at 315 yds w/ OTC Federal ammo. I realize the scope/mounts will cost you half of what you paid for the gun, but the quality is far worth it. I assume you'll be using this rifle for hunting. You owe it to yourself and the animal to make a clean shot every time...something that is questionable w/ cheap scopes. Leupold is a great company whose products will last your entire life. My R700/Leupold has been through some harsh terrain, below zero temps, snow storms, rain storms, etc. The scope has yet to lose zero and the rifle is as accurate as any shooter will ever need (unless you're one of those comp guys who wants .00001 MOA).

Toro nailed it (sts). My wife is very career-oriented and has a good job (even in Enid). Luckily she likes doing something that can be done most places. However, your girlfriend being able to do chemical engineering will be very limited, and definitely impossible at some bases. I agree with KM...if your girlfriend only wants to do chem engineering and you could take pilot or leave it, then just do some 4 yr career field in the AF and get out. You'll gain valuable experience, serve your country and have a great resume when you get out to go to the civilian side. Plus, you can always get a part-time guard job somewhere (i.e. intel) and still play AF once in a while, but you never have to move your family.