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  1. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    So, if you are given dept instructions from ATC prior to t/o you can assume std 200clb ft/nm reguired even if alternate.t/o mins chart says "...or standard with min clb gradient of 400ft/nm" for the rwy in use?
  2. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    No problem but would still like your inputs to the above questions. My understanding is if a dp says "clb to xxx ft prior to turning" that doesn't apply if given a hdg and alt from clnc or twr and I would disregard what was published and turn at 400agl. As for my second question if it states in...
  3. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    Good call
  4. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    So if you are given a heading to fly on departure it is a diverse vector area? If that's the case are you still responsible for any published non std clb gradients listed in "alternate takeoff minima" Note we don't use civilian t/o wx mins but adhere to the line that says ...or standard with min...
  5. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    My apologies if im confusing things but I wasn't referring to engine out procedures, just standard IFR departures and ATC expectations. Thanks.
  6. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    HAL "trouble t" as we call it refers to the "T" on our approach plates that reminds us to check the front of the pub called "alternate takeoff minima" because that rwy either has nonsrd t/ o mins or obstacle dept procedures. That's where it describes civilian alternate t/o wx mins ( doesn't...
  7. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    ...so weather doesnt really change the game for us very much.
  8. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    At least 3710 T/O mins but even if it were CAVU our community wants crews to prove 3 engine climb gradient would be sufficient to clear all obstacles.
  9. AJTranny

    A few IFR departure questions

    Hey guys. It was that time of year again for me. I am speaking of course of Instrument refresher class. A few interesting and often confusing topics came up and I was hoping for some insight from a professional line guy. First, the " Trouble T" section for our theoritical rwy said "climb rwy...
  10. AJTranny

    12 Dead, 31 Wounded @ FT HOOD

    Jesus Christ. Settle down Francis.
  11. AJTranny

    International Burn a Qu'ran Day

    I doubt the average person over there is gonna go batshit over this. It's the assholes that are already looking for something to use as propoganda for attacks and recruiting. This church should try reading books instead of burning them.
  12. AJTranny

    Louis C.K.'s flight from hell

    Um, it's a joke? Leno set him up and he told his joke. Standard talk show stuff. I thought it was funny.
  13. AJTranny

    NFO To Pilot Transition Question

    Yeah. I think it was 29 at my board but I'm not sure. The personnel website at npc.mil has some info. If not, the message traffic for the nfo-pilot program comes out in early spring which has more details. Also, I had to have 18 months in my fleet squadron. Oh, and you have to be physically...
  14. AJTranny

    alcohol abuse

    I'd say be honest and focus on the things you can control. I know quite a few fellas that admitted to some "experimentation" and are now pilots/nfos. Consistency in your interviews and paperwork regarding said experimentation is important though...err so I'm told ;)
  15. AJTranny

    NFO To Pilot Transition Question

    I personally know 3 transition guys that are skippers now and plenty more dept heads. It will be tough but it has been done before. Timing and luck helps though, so I hear.
  16. AJTranny

    Who's gonna call the ball? (Them's fightin' words..)

    I have been out of the TACAIR loop for a year or so but I'm just wondering why it was brought up. Was there a miscommunication that jeopardized safety? Personally, when iwas a WSO, I didn't care but we were required to call it per SOP. We never had any problems or long discussions. The pilot...
  17. AJTranny

    VP vs VQ?

    That last sentence could make for a great quote. Well done good sir.
  18. AJTranny

    Obama to skip Arlington on Memorial Day, VP to stand in.

    Doesn't every leader have a group of advisers that make sure they do and say the right thing for every appearance/ceremony? I think PC is the buzzword everyone here likes to throw around. So, people don't like him because he's too PC, now we're upset because he's not PC enough. Jeez. I guess...
  19. AJTranny

    T-6B Texan II enters service at NAS Whiting

    I don't see why you we need that. I think glass and a few more knots wouldn't be hard for any competent pilot to transition to. Ask the P3/Helo guys that have been flying T6s in Pensacola for the past seven years.
  20. AJTranny

    When to check on package????

    I don't know about your board but I had to be very proactive with my nfo-pilot package. I was on the phone hassling people left and right. In my circumstance it was the right thing to because my paperwork was constantly getting screwed up, miss placed, or sat on... I pissed some people at...
  21. AJTranny

    "Pilots Pull Rank, Declare Emergency At JFK (With Audio)"

    Yeah but declaring an emergency made his problem everyone's problem. Which is ok if he really had an emergency and wasn't just comparing dicks with the controller. I don't quite see the parallel to the SWA MDW accident. At least with the limited info provided here.
  22. AJTranny

    "Pilots Pull Rank, Declare Emergency At JFK (With Audio)"

    Was he in some sort of extremis or just didn't want the duty runway? I understand his company and airframe have wind limits but offering up an ultimatum to atc without something being wrong with him seems like a dick move. If you don't have the gas to hold while atc fits you in fine but to to...
  23. AJTranny

    Stupid questions about the Rhino (Super Hornet)

    There isn't a throttle restriction on the rhino. It's a great way to get rid of gas if you don't want to dump.
  24. AJTranny

    Any tall dudes out there in the E-6 or F-18?

    I'm 6-5 220 and fit nicely in the rhino's backseat. The only thing that sucks is your knees getting slammed into the console during a trap. Put the seat down and pedals forward and you can almost completely stretch your legs. The only time my size made it uncomfy in a rhino was in the rag where...
  25. AJTranny

    what STDs does MEPS test for?

    I'm assuming you mean you have a permanent condition like herpes. Hopefully a doc can chime in but I don't remember any swabs or invasive tests. But if you got somethin obvious goin on in the pumpkin patch somebody is gonna notice so don't hide it.
  26. AJTranny

    POTUS bows to Communist

    Oh Jesus. This stupid debate again?
  27. AJTranny

    Any updates on advanced for the E-6?

    Neg bra. Need the 44c for the glass cockpit.
  28. AJTranny

    Any updates on advanced for the E-6?

    The T44C experience was a good time here in Corpus. Enjoy it.
  29. AJTranny

    New Standards

    This thread is pointless. I was a dumbshit General Studies major with zero flight experience and had something like a 94 average. If you put the time in at API and ask questions you will have no problems. Scoring in the low 90's is easy if you put the time and effort in everyday AND GET HELP...
  30. AJTranny

    My dilema, NFO or engineering

    Not sure about P-3 land but that isn't the case at all in tacair. I imagine he was mostly kidding in any case.
  31. AJTranny

    NFO To Pilot Transition Question

    Yup the past few years at least has been around 5 with a pretty equal representation from all communities. Just realize a brand new 8 year commitment and no bonus would be in your future. Small price to pay IMO.
  32. AJTranny

    Thinking about NROTC rather than AFROTC

    I was AFROTC in college but went to navy ocs because of medical issues. I can honestly say everyone that got a flight slot in my time was a strong cadet and student. Ass kissers were cut from the herd and the cadre didn't care for them much either. The question you really need to ask is whether...
  33. AJTranny

    Sully retires ...

    Is the book a good read or is it mostly stuff put out by TV already?
  34. AJTranny

    Victory 204 "Target Shacked!" Another gray jet model.

    Got the goofy gas loadout and JHMCS for the pilot. Jeez, nice work. I wish you did my cruise model... Although I think a Red Ripper-ized jet would've looked even sharper :)
  35. AJTranny

    NFO Flight Time

    Your only official stick time is in primary.
  36. AJTranny

    Huge Phuckups

    I'd be willing to bet that has happened more than a few times. I may have been guilty of that once but neither the IP or myself could be sure. Shit happens but a good learning point.
  37. AJTranny

    Another "praise the Raptor" article

    It's a fuckin rat brain!! Even a dumb third grader must have superior intelligence over a rat. How is this not impressive?
  38. AJTranny

    ATTN: Flight Sim nerds

    I agree with the above shortcomings but would highly recommend it anyway especially if you are in corpus. I used it in primary and thought it was a great tool to study. Especially in the sims when you know exactly what approach you're gonna shoot. The vast majority of the approaches you will...
  39. AJTranny

    How Low can He Go??

    How do you think the Duke woulda liked the American representative holding hands with a Saudi Prince on Texas soil? I agree though, a tip of the hat or shake of the hand is all we need to give these people.
  40. AJTranny

    How Low can He Go??

    Saw that one comin. Niiice
  41. AJTranny

    How Low can He Go??

    I'm pretty sure everyone remembers who won. Not really news worthy but I'd prolly fire the person that's supposed to be gouging him up on this shit.
  42. AJTranny

    Obama Team Will Look To "Fix" Airlines

    I've read a lot of different estimates but I am wondering if anyone in the know has heard of a timeline when this NextGen controlling system will kick online. I also wonder if the military has already had this upgrade money set aside. Can't believe I haven't heard much about this yet.
  43. AJTranny

    DC Sniper to die Tuesday, 9pm

    Meh. I've done worse.
  44. AJTranny

    12 Dead, 31 Wounded @ FT HOOD

    Forgive my slowness but over the past few days I've been asking myself what is the point of this debate. I see a group of people that think we should call "a spade a spade" and another group wanting to reserve conclusions for more information. I can see the merits of both but what's the real...
  45. AJTranny

    12 Dead, 31 Wounded @ FT HOOD

    Responsible reporting only if it's accurate. I think it's safe to say that the whole story isn't known yet. Maybe we are drawing too many conclusions from an event that barely happened a day ago.
  46. AJTranny

    12 Dead, 31 Wounded @ FT HOOD

    Lol. Noted. Maybe you're right.
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