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That's exactly what I was saying. I didn't say we will never need it, just that it is currently not that effective for what the military is doing overseas. I agree with you that the plane is incredible and does things that other plane could do in the near future, but just wish it didn't cost 350...

Interesting read!! Pretty much confirms what I was thinking. Reputable sources help too. I agree Sir. The long term threat is always going to be unpredictable. Hence the argument from both sides of the fence.

That's exactly what I was saying. A good replacement for the F-15's is needed and the F-22 is the balls to the wall replacement that was conceived, but do we really need to be blowing our wad on something that we have no real use for? And Yes, I'm perfectly aware that Charlie model Eagles are...

Yea no kidding...wearing the same uniform and gold wings as a guy like that makes you stand a little taller.

I realize it's obviously a more capable jet with advancements and capabilities that Hornets and Eagles don't have, but I think the obvious question here is do we need those capabilities bad enough to spend 200 million per plane on it and buy 300 of them? I just don't see how it can be that good...

My thoughts exactly. Why blow all this money on something that can be done with a superhornet or a strike eagle not to mention the F-35 which costs 1/4 what the F22 does. I'm pretty sure that the F-35 is a more than capable aircraft, but then again the Air Force does have a drastic need for...

Definitely very hands on...I figured they would be more automation and prefab stuff going on there. Very cool though. Nice to see they pay so much attention to something that we all might end up sitting in.

What an outstanding way to show that somebody might be gone but not forgotten.

I think the answer to the original question is sort of the opposite here. ROTC, The Academy, and OCS all produce good officers but they certainly ALL produce BAD officers. It has to do with the person moreso than the commissioning source. So what makes a well rounded officer? I would say a well...

For the math sections just go back and study your basic trig and algebra. If you have a 3.9 this really shouldn't be a problem for you to bone up on. The algebra is really not bad... IF 3a=4b=5c then what does ?a = ?c type stuff. As far as trig goes, just know how the basics. You don't need the...

Haha, I thought we called that TBS?

Dude, that's BS....fight that and get that crap waivered or completely dismissed. That's a ridiculous reason to not be accepted. Probably just caught that doc on a bad day or something.

Go talk to the OSO in Columbia. He's new to the area and I'm pretty sure he's a pilot.

I'm pretty sure that's not your choice anymore. Once you contract and swear in then guess what... YOU ARE CONTRACTED AND SWORN IN. You are under a legally binding agreement with the U.S. Navy to become a Pilot (or enlist) and fly their aircraft. Not to mention that it is an honor and there are...

Ahhhh...Thanks. I was wondering about that one.

Im pretty sure it's 3 months when there's little correction that needs to made, but his situation may require 6 months.

Hahaha my thoughts exactly. Some of these kids kill me these days. I listen to this same caliber of horseshit from some of the kids I work with. So a B52 shot down an Enemy MIG huh? EDIT: http://news.cnet.com/2300-13576_3-10001122-2.html?tag=mncol

+1...very well said. I have a few friends who are at TBS right now. The Marine Corps is all about the ground war (even the airwing is there to support the ground war). You'll learn to lead Marines and do everything the other ground MOS's will do which is cool for some of us, but may not be your...

My OSO told me that it was very hard for OCC guys to pull the switch. Much harder than for a PLC anyways.

Yeah man, keep your head up and just push through it. My PRK didn't go well, so now instead of being at OCS now and commissioning soon I've gotta wait til October or January. I had PRK 3x but no worries here.

Take it from someone who has had the surgery multiple times...You will be specifically told NOT to drive a vehicle (this includes flying) until the doctor clears you to and removes the contact lens bandage. Do not plan on going back to work until he clears you to do so. Just take the week off...

I've cooked for 9 years so I'll try to answer that for your sir. Raw fish is rather tempermental when it comes to cutting it into the size of filets that they use for sushi. It takes a really sharp knife and a lot of practice to do it without tearing it and wasting $10 pieces of fish every time...

I was just referring to Iran with the revolution comment. I just hate how our country is largely politically ignorant as to whats going on. Most of my friends and co-workers have no clue and wanna tell me about how great of job the government is doing. Pretty annoying when they can't even tell...

Sir, I was agreeing with you. You're exactly right. At 500 knots a birdie is going F-up just about anything you can put in front of it. It just turns into a feathered speeding bullet.

Yeah this is what I was getting at. Seems like the people want a change and the govt doesn't. Time for a revolution I suppose. Now if we could only get Americans to get so upset about our politicians' idiocies.

The clips I saw on youtube made me wanna go flying something aweful. There's just something about it and they seemed to capture it pretty well in that movie.

I'm going to have to agree with you here. A 2lb bird going 200 knots (intercept speed) has enough Kinetic energy to do some serious damage. Being an Engineer I could crunch the numbers but I'd rather not. Same concept as a tornado putting a stick through a brick wall. Enough energy and you'll...

From what FOX NEWS said all candidates were pre-approved by the current president anyways so it wouldn't have made a big difference who was elected. Pretty big shame though. The average people of that country seem to be somewhat pro U.S. and western culture from what little I've seen. Obviously...

haha...exactly what I was about to say!!! Well played sir, well played.

One of my friends had to redo his bloodwork because they found protein in his urine. Not sure if the supplements had anything to do with that, but that may get you flagged. Hope that helps somewhat.

Yeah I have that problem when doing Barrel Rolls also. Loops, Wingovers, and aileron rolls don't do it to me like the old Barrel Roll and Spins. I come out of the Maneuver with little to no idea of my heading (I'm also doing this with no DG, just a mag compass in the Citabria). EDIT: Great...

Take it easy man...he wasn't calling you a lier, just wanted to know how you got around the physical stuff which I'm sure we all have issues with at one point or another.

Math: Know your trig (triangles, acute and obtuse angles, basic sin/cos laws) and your basic algebra (if 3A=4B=6C what does A?=C? type of stuff. I had 3 of those on mine), and word problems are there as well. Mechanical: I have an Elec. Eng. Degree so not sure what to tell you as far as...

Agreed!! Unions were a good thing when it came to improving working conditions and seeking hospitable pay, but now it just seems like they're a collective of Mobsters seeking to milk the American Business to death for they're own good or lack of work ethic.

I almost got vectored into some crap like that one time by this ATC idiot who wasn't paying any attention....Yeah, we diverted and landed 'til it blew over.

I agree with the above...get a retest done. It does seem as if something is out of order here though, selection without a physical or PFT? I'm going in October also. I'm waiting on my PRK to clear so hopefully there will still be a spot for me. I really don't wanna go in January or wait that long.

You've got to be kidding me? Really? SERE?

Sir, you're killing me....I laughed for at least 10 minutes at these two.

I've....I've got something in my eye too...

Agreed....waste of money, but I'd like to take them for a spin.

Look up TLC laser eye centers. That's who did my PRK and they have been spectacular. My doc's have all been super-heroes considering my situation. FWIW mine was done in Greenville, SC so I know nothing about their Orlando contacts, but they are a network of Laser Eye Surgery centers with a...

I'm pretty sure everybody has traffic violations!! I have had numerous (damned lead foot) and my OSO never even blinked an eye at it so apparently it's not a big deal. If you can smoke weed and become an officer then I would like to think that speeding tickets would be ok. haha

Yes, you can switch from ground to air contracts and it's supposed to be easier if you're a PLC guy. I know a few guys who did just that. As far as PRK goes, my advice for you is to have the PRK before you get everything locked down if the money is there to do it. I had it done and ended up...

I'm no NA yet, but I think it's great that you have an excuse to brag on your pops. More people should be so proud!!

I have a little different scenario, but I'll be turning 25 my 6th week at OCS (Nov. 4th) so I feel your pain. I'm not telling anybody it's my Birthday!!! haha

As sara said...Study and the ASTB is no big deal. Go into it blind and you're reaping what you sow because you simply will not do as well. There is simply too much good study material out there free. Not taking advantage of it is just laziness.

VMFA 312....Cheap Trick Fans?

My thoughts exactly...

I was in the same boat as you are. As long as you meet the requirements ( 20/40 astigmatism < -1.00 in each eye after surgery) then you will get approved. Look them up online and make sure your surgeon and consulting doctor understand that you have to meet them for your future USMC career. They...

Sad story for sure....