USGC to take over Wash DC air security...

[satpak77]

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/8587857/

Pro/Con? I thought Customs Air was doing this

 

[wink]

Customs, merging with Border Patrol air, was doing this. I think the switch is good. The CG is a military organization. If assets need to be moved one place or another the Coasties will salute smartly and pack up. They will fly any number of hours or missions as is "operationally necessary." I am sure that CBP can not do this. They get paid overtime, have to follow complex civil service labor rules, and, God Bless them, have a cop mind set. In the end, if there is a real threat, we need a military response. The CG has walked the thin line between military and law enforcement for many years. They are up to the task.

 

[DanMa1156]

Customs, merging with Border Patrol air, was doing this. I think the switch is good. The CG is a military organization. If assets need to be moved one place or another the Coasties will salute smartly and pack up. They will fly any number of hours or missions as is "operationally necessary." I am sure that CBP can not do this. They get paid overtime, have to follow complex civil service labor rules, and, God Bless them, have a cop mind set. In the end, if there is a real threat, we need a military response. The CG has walked the thin line between military and law enforcement for many years. They are up to the task.

Agreed.

 

[wink]

Oh, and of course, they are Naval Aviators. Who else to defend our nation's capitol?

 

[gregsivers]

Oh, and of course, they are Naval Aviators. Who else to defend our nation's capitol?

Excellent point.

 

[Skidtz]

Awww... warm fuzzy! Com'ere guys, group hug. :icon_love