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another prowler thread

MIDNJAC

MIDNJAC

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On my cruise this summer (on CV-63), I was totally impressed by the Prowler and the guys that fly it. So far, it seems like the greatest challenge and maybe the most interesting mission in the airwing. So, I was wondering if you guys (who know something about the fleet and its future) think that I might have a chance to fly it? I.E What is the latest word on the EA-6B's retirement.....would I still be able to get into its pipeline? I will be comissioning in 2007 FYI. Is it worth it?
 
Brett327

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Schnuggapup said:
That is some very impressive sucking up....just kidding...cool that you found a platform you like. Did you get a chance to fly in an EA-6B?

There is a link regarding Prowlers active right now...check out: http://www.airwarriors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12242

Cheers,
G
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Since this hasn't really been covered in the linked thread, the EA-18G won't see the fleet until 2008-09 at the earliest, then the transition and phase out of Prowlers will be gradual, lasting until around 2015 (last I heard). Obviously, all these dates are fluid, but that gives you a general timeline. Check the linked thread for some more info on what the flying is like. Bottom line, it's not a fighter, but the mission is exciting, technical, of critical importance to just about every kind of mission that the airwing does, and gets alot of visibility/attention from the higher ups. Get to do alot of under the radar "spooky" stuff. Obviously, I'm biased, but there isn't another platform/mission that I'd rather be a part of.

Brett
 
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Kolja

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If you get winged around 2007, and you want to go into electronic attack, odds are QUITE good you'll be going EA-6Bs.
 
Brett327

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Kolja said:
If you get winged around 2007, and you want to go into electronic attack, odds are QUITE good you'll be going EA-6Bs.
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Hell, if you get winged in 2010, odds will still be quite good for getting Prowlers.

Brett
 
Dawgfan

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Then you too will get the chance to soar the skies in a BUNO 158xxx tactical jammer. I'm surprised there's not an ashtray in it.
 
Punk

Punk

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Dawgfan said:
Then you too will get the chance to soar the skies in a BUNO 158xxx tactical jammer. I'm surprised there's not an ashtray in it.
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as long as there's a cup holder I'll be happy

here hold my drink, I want to try something :D
 
MIDNJAC

MIDNJAC

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SteveG75 said:
WTF?? I am 6'2" and have 1200+ Prolwer hours. :confused:
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yeah, I would think it would actually help being taller, just to be more able to get in and out of the jet. I had a hell of a time trying to crawl into it....
 
Brett327

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MIDNJAC said:
yeah, I would think it would actually help being taller, just to be more able to get in and out of the jet. I had a hell of a time trying to crawl into it....
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It's got nothing to do with getting in or out. All the various anthropometric requirements have to do with fitting in the seat and functional reach.

Brett
 
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Blutonski816

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MIDNJAC said:
so thats why that 5'1" female at my unit can't get a pilot slot ;)
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Like Brett mentioned, it all depends on your ability to physically operate the necessary controls on the aircraft.
I've heard of a 5'4" female NFO who flew Tomcats, despite the height regs because she could reach all the controls she needed...
 
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