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OK SbeaTm08, I'm going to hate to ask but "who's your dad?"

Not to start wide spread panic because I seriously doubt this will happen BUT there have been discussions on killing the F-35. Considering the amount of international sales that this aircraft has generated, I doubt it. My source, however, works directly for SecDef who is not a fan. We shall...

If anyone is around Ellington Field Oct 22-24, come by and say "Hi! We should have two Kingsville T-45's on the line. Hopefully, the new Centennial bird will be one of them. Frumby

Well, it's nice to know things don't change. I graduated from college in the beginning of June and started TBS on November 13th over 20 years ago! The day you signed your contract for PLC will become your Pay Entry Based Date (PEBD). I was a PLC JR/SR candidate so by the second month I was in...

Ok, am I considered "out dated" if I can't fly without out my pen? :eek:

Maybe you should wait until I write your first Fitness Report Horny, then we'll see how much you like the guys who look forward to Blue Camo Uniforms! :icon_smil I'm joking of course, Welcome Aboard Horny!

Ostrich, Mac was an inspiration to me as a flight student in 89-91. I, as you seem to, loved the guy. Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend and you just can't imagine how much that pains me. I would ask you to relay your stories of Mac on this Forum. He was a legend in the...

I can tell you that as a Marine in Command of a Navy squadron, I work on something every single day (without pay, I might add) and not to mention I commit 6-10 days a month flying. No one I have seen in the squadrons has a small business. 95% are airline pilots. I've also been a ground...

Yup!

737-300/700 137 pax + 5 crewmembers + 3 available jumpseats 737-500 122 pax + 5 crewmembers + 3 available jumpseats I just flew this aircraft in question, "football hole" in the upper fuselage 2 days ago. This aircraft was recently "reskinned" by Boeing. Although the NTSB report is not out...

First off, the flight will be full. MHT to BWI is full most of the time. Do check in 24 hours prior.....Do Not Wait. Family boarding will be before the B boarding group. There will be plenty of seats mid cabin back because there will be no "Through" passengers on board to BWI. All aircraft...

Frontier owns 15 of their Airbuses. As I understand, the debt will be paid off by "drum roll" selling off Airbuses or by allowing the leases to expire. As they sell off the Airbus, the employees affected will be allowed to interview at SWA. Traditionally, SWA has absorbed the employees at the...

I know Cowboy, it is hard to believe. I saw him just last week as well. We were BS'ing as usual. When I was a flight student, he allowed me the privilege to read his journal from his days on the Oriskany. I swear it needs to be made into a book. What an inspiration. I hope retirement is...

For those of you who graduated from Kingsville or you old folks that graduated from Beeville (like me) it is with a heavy heart that I inform you that longtime simulator instructor, Navy A-4 pilot and Viet Nam Veteran, Mac McCullen passed away this morning from an apparent heart attack. Mac was...

Ya know, sometimes you just can't comment on an insult that has been so eloquently stated! I'll get you later. To those I missed, I'll post again when I fly in. Douglas, it was great to meet with you. I sincerely hope that it was worthwhile. Please tell you recruiter that I'm available to...

Actually Cowboy, I have called them at a few times at different locations around the country but they always seem to lack interest. Maybe I can find a field with a Dunkin Donuts so I can get them to show up. I'll see you this week in KRock. To all interested: I will be bringing a...

I'm honored that you would consider driving up CSO. Your in luck when you drive up, there are bumps in the road so that an old guy like you can drive by braille especially if your hairdye runs and ruins whatever eyesight you have left!! Tell you what Cowboy, if you have any contacts with the...

Casey, Sounds great. I'm considering (weather permitting) flying in Wednesday, Feb 4th. I'll post details at a later date. Frumby

For those of you in the Houston area and who are interested in Naval Aviation, I bring a T-45 Goshawk into Ellington Airport (formerly Ellington Field) about every two weeks and do stay overnight. Generally, I come in mid week in the evening and leave the following afternoon for Kingsville. If...

JPME-Phase 1 is equivalent to Command and Staff. Allpme.com, a Air Force gouge website, did have USMC C&S on some its downloads. I haven't looked in awhile but you can check there. As stated, the best way is to enroll in seminars but I have heard that the CD based version is challenging but...

No. If the Corps accepts you as a "similar" MOS, you will not have to attend TBS. Frumby

Lt Bates, I will speak to the CSO about the RDO duty because you are right. The duty (10 years ago) was only 4 hours a shift. It was only manned by SNA's until a near mishap forced it to be "winged" aviators much to everyones disgust. Frankly, I can't imagine a 12 hour shift in that...

Don't know about panty hose but if the info came from AF guys they are probably just jealous. The suit does, however, have a built in cumberbund to hold shape. The Blues will tell you that it's so they can pull G's without a g-suit, I say it's probably there to keep the after show food blister...

Ya know Sticky, All this complaining about duty on this thread, maybe we should reinstitute the 24 hour SDO sleeping post within the ready room. Considering we train to fly in the fleet, maybe we should practice pulling duty like the fleet. Just a suggestion. Frumby

Ok, that's a pretty cool one page checklist. I like that one a lot. Fresh, I'll give you an AA just for headwork if we fly together. Nice gouge. Semper Fly! Frumby

Yes, everyone has been informed of this email. I omitted the one full page address line so I could post it here. Good idea on the sticky, I've adjusted it to make it a sticky Frumby

Ladies and Gentlemen, As you know, a T-34C crashed in Alabama on Friday. Major Yaggy and his student were killed in the crash. This is a forwarded email from the CO of VT-6 regarding a trust fund in support of Major Yaggy's daughter Elizabeth. This is not a solicitation of any sort...

If you take the Devils money you will live in his lair FOREVER! Harriers being paid more then Hornets....It has the making of a good bar fight! Semper Fly!

For those of you who have been interested in the reserves, regardless of service, I suggest you take the time and read this report. Click on the Executive Summary it is a good synopsis. This is the first step that DoD is taking by formally moving the reserves from strategic to operational...

Maybe I was misunderstood: 6th year FO $160,000/year at 65/hours per month 7th year CAPT $200,000/year at 65 hours per month Take into account that I live in domicile and still fly in the reserves. The spreadsheets are great gouge but I'm just giving you the reality of what I made my 6th...

I've never been refered to as a "metric butt-ton" but it is catchy!!! Don't worry too much about EWS to compete for the Majors board BUT it is nice to have it completed. Look at TECOM's website for the college of continuing education. You'll find both EWSDEP (distance education program) as...

Numbers are a little off on the spread sheet. 6th year FO at SWA is $160 give or take 5. About 65 hours/month 1st (year 7 right now)year Capt at SWA is $200 give or take 5. About 65/hours per month I would never steer anyone from active duty but the stress level is 5 times less then at...

He's my neighbor. I was lucky enough to have him promote me to LtCol!

MGen Charles Bolden. 4 Shuttle missions and CG of 3rd MAW. Class Act

Geez! Did I click on the Air Force forum? It doesn't make a damn bit of difference what you fly, if your CO is a tool then you probably hate your community. Semper Fly, Frumby

Trying to predict the airline industry is a complete impossiblity. My personal belief is that within the next few years there will be multiple mergers amongst a few of the companies. Who will merge? I haven't a clue. Bottom line is be prepared that whoever you get hired with may not be who...

Don't forget Randy Bresnik, LtCol USMC F/A-18 pilot. Randy was in the '04 Astronaut class. We were winged together....great guy. Unfortunately, no more piloted vehicles once the Shuttle goes away. Randy was already told that he will never pilot a spacecraft. Back to spam in a can!

Coasties and SAR never got airborne. Lifeflight heard the Mayday call plus the ELT and was on top of them minutes after they landed.

Both jets were Alpha's and it appears that both were valid ejections. Of course that will have to be determined by the mishap boards. They lost only a day and a half for training. What matters is 3 good ejections with only minor bumps and bruises. It looks like the riggers will be neck deep...

Bringing a T-45C in tomorrow afternoon, Oct 5 for the Wings Over Houston Airshow. Anyone interested at looking at the aircraft, please do not hesitate to ask. The Marine recruiters are going to use the aircraft as a backdrop for their recruiting table so just look for the chinup bars at the...

Col Kurtz, I look forward to seeing you. Thanks for dropping me the note. Of course the airshow is predicated on the fact that it will STOP FREAKING RAINING! 5 days in Krock this past week and only was able to get 3 flights. Rained like hell. Frumby

Wings Over Houston Airshow is Oct 6-7 this year. If anyone is interested or will be in the local area, I will be bringing a T-45A to the show. Trying to coordinate so that the jet will be the backdrop for the Marine Corps Recruiters table. If you are interested in Naval Aviation stop by and...

The board consist of the Wing Senior Marine and both Senior Marines for both squadrons. MATSG provides the available slots for the week to the board members. The slots are provided by Manpower at HQMC. Grades are still the number one selection criteria. Rarely does your personality play...

Tailhook selection is alive and well. It has been a little delayed but it will be the norm for selection out of primary. BTW, Commodore Davis, Welcome aboard. I didn't know you read this website. If I can answer any questions, feel free to ask.

I'm not sure if the reason "why" the tailhook selection was created has already been addressed in this thread but I'll give you my insight. Attitude among the students has pressed this into service. Believe it or not, SNA's not studying or unprepared for briefs created the need to recage some...

Mike, Great reminder of the Price of Freedom. To help a little bit, your entry Tuesday 3rd November 1992 Afternoon The crew was: Lt Chuck Gurley (Instructor ECMO), 1stLt(Capt posthumosly) Pete Limoge(Pilot in command), Ltj.g. (Lt posthumosly) Dave Roberts (Pilot, but was the...

God Bean, If that statement didn't sting so bad, I would be laughing out loud

Rumor has it that funding is being appropriated to expand the MCRIP program. If you are interested then here is the link to 4th Marine Aircraft Wing Training Support Group (4th MAWTSG): http://www.mfr.usmc.mil/4thmaw/tsg/ Click on the "How to Apply Tab" for further information. Semper...

This is a link to Marine Forces Reserve Website which has links to a lot of information for reservists. If you are considering the reserves or already a reservist, this information is crucial. Semper Fly, Frumby http://www.marforres.usmc.mil/Links/

I thought this was an interesting article. Frumby http://www.marforres.usmc.mil/Archive/2006.12/NavalAviation.html