Like that is something new?It just seems like these shenanigans in DC will produce VERY long and far reaching, complicated repercussions.
I feel for them, really I do. But why are they any more important than the average warfighter? We have easily 10+ pilots at the squadron right now who had cruises canceled. Where are they going to be in a year when they have to rotate with less than half the experience of a "standard" fleet LT. Would you want a 600 hr aircraft commander with <200 HAC hours teaching in the FRS? HT's? I am not trying to start a political argument, or anything here. It just seems like these shenanigans in DC will produce VERY long and far reaching, complicated repercussions.
I'm glad I'm retired....
Honestly? Do you know anyone that's served on a demo team? "They" are not choosing this path. It is being decided in the "best interest of the Service". Whether they "want it" or not. Are you familiar with this concept?But why are they any more important than the average warfighter? blah blah blah
The tone of your note... like it was the Blues personally felt they were more important. The blame lies entirely on DC Pols... not big Navy, nor the Blues.I feel for them, really I do. But why are they any more important than the average warfighter? blah blah blah...
You're a bit oversensitive... there was no misquote of substance.Wow, some take this a bit personally...and how did I get misquoted?
As do we all, The Blues training required is more rigid/time consuming than the fleet pilots. Through no fault of their own, they are handled differently. Just how it is!I absolutely respect the Blue Angels and anyone voluntarily serving their country.
Anyone know who we're really talking about? I'm guessing it's this year's Lead/Opposing Solo pilots, but I have no idea.
Anyone know who we're really talking about?
Another note....only pilots extended. What about the "city" of support/ nonflying folks that will have their dreams/hopes squashed? I am not arguing for or against all this...just offering some input from someone that has a non flyer friend on the Blues' that will be feeling the pinch...