As the F-16 is still the most prevalent fighter in the USAF arsenal and with Op Epic Fury going on I wanted to post a quick history of the wild weasels and the importance it has as the F-35 takes over now too. Weasels were a key part in the operation and knowing how you may play a role in that in the future…

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The Wild Weasels Fly Some of the US Air Force's Most Dangerous Missions

These pilots carry on the dangerous tradition and motto established in Vietnam.

A sad day for the community. The losses include both Guard and Active-Duty personnel.

Clear Skies and Tailwinds for the fallen in the next life. Prayers to their squadrons and families. Let’s hope this is the last of the bad news coming from the…

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Pentagon identifies six airmen killed in KC-135 crash in Iraq

Six airmen were killed when a U.S. Air Force KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed during ongoing combat operations against Iran.

Huge congrats to Graham Allgood on earning a KC-135 slot with the 72nd ARS.

He put in the work, prepared the right way, and showed up ready.

Selection boards reward clarity, preparation, and composure — and he brought all three.

Proud of you, brother. Well earned. 🇺🇸✈️

#Mastermind #BogiDope #EarnedNotGiven

Also have to give a huge shout out to both US Men’s and Woman’s hockey team! Double gold!

BD Fam,

Here’s the latest and greatest on the situation in the CENTCOM Theatre.

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/02/19/us-military-assets-flock-to-middle-east-amid-iran-standoff/

It certainly looks like US forces are readying for some fireworks.

The Active Duty, Reserve, and ANG certainly all have assets in play.

Stay tuned!

-CHAOS

airforcetimes.com

US military assets flock to Middle East amid Iran standoff

The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford is set to soon become the keystone of the Pentagon’s naval armada in the region.

BD Fam,

I’ve posted a few articles about the CCA / Dedicated wingmen concept for future Fighter Operations.

Check out this article for the latest and greatest on the program:

https://www.airforcetimes.com/air/2026/02/12/us-air-forces-cca-program-advances-with-auto-flying-software-integration/

Soon enough, this force multiplier may be a part of…

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airforcetimes.com

US Air Force’s CCA program advances with auto-flying software integration

The service said integrating third-party autonomous software is a major step on developing drones that can fly themselves alongside jets like the F-35.

Happy Super Bowl Sunday BD Fam!

Stiffler already posted a great article about the Fresno Eagles participating in the flyby this evening. However, it looks like those Eagles were supposed to be F-22s…

https://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-military/2026/02/06/f-22s-pulled-from-super-bowl-flyover-due-to-operations-planner-says/

I guess the…

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F-22s pulled from Super Bowl flyover due to operations, planner says

To complete the formation, F-15s from Fresno Air National Guard Base, California, were tapped late in planning to join the flyover.

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A BogiDope Hot streak!

Another big shout out to Sebastian D., who was recently hired to be one of the next great Rescue HH-60 pilot’s in Alaska with the 210th RS!

Congrats and looking forward to big things from you!

Congratulations you just landed the job, now what?! You have a long road a head of paperwork, training, and PCSing before you get to strap into the cockpit you were hired to fly. If you’re not in the military you’ll swear in and join the “student flight” before you head to MEPS and your FC1. If you’re in the military just not that unit you’ll…

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BD Fam,

Check out this article from the Air Force Times for a huge step forward with the Dedicated Wingman concept.

It will be interesting to see how this program continues to grow moving forward.

-CHAOS

https://www.airforcetimes.com/air/2025/11/18/f-22-raptor-pairs-with-avenger-drone-in-combat-flight-test/

airforcetimes.com

F-22 Raptor pairs with Avenger drone in combat flight test

During the test flight, the F-22 pilot controlled the Avenger drone from the cockpit by way of a tablet.

Another BD win!

A little delayed, but big shout out to Adrianna, who was recently hired to be one of the next great Viper Drivers in Toledo with the 112th!

Congrats and looking forward to big things from you!

The USAF recently released (without details, of course) that the longest AMRAAM shot record had recently been broken. Ripped off of a Raptor, it apparently brings the AIM-120 on par with similar PRC and Russian long range missiles. Gotta pump those numbers up! Those are…

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theaviationist.com

F-22 Fires Longest Known AIM-120 AMRAAM Shot in History

Recently disclosed tests with the F-22 set a new record for the AIM-120 AMRAAM in 2024, part of the form, fit, function refresh (F3R) development effort.

Yes please!

We’ll keep an eye on this – talk about living the dream.

https://theaviationist.com/2025/08/29/usaf-pilots-training-ifts-italy/

theaviationist.com

U.S. Air Force Student Pilots Will Train at the International Flight Training School in Italy

For the first time the U.S. Air Force has chosen a foreign school to train its pilots, with the first 10 students arriving soon in Italy. The Italian Air

BD Fam,

If anyone hasn’t already, I highly recommend watching Master’s of the Air on Apple Tv!

It was truly a different world back then and gives a glimpse into the Aerial Combat of WW2.

Check out this article from AF Times as we unfortunately lost the last B-17 pilot from the “bloody 100th”.

Cheers…

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airforcetimes.com

John Luckadoo, last B-17 pilot of the Bloody Hundredth, dies at 103

"Lucky" was just a wide-eyed 21-year-old lieutenant when he manned the B-17 controls and took to the sky for his first bombing mission over Nazi Germany.

Bogi Dope works kids! I just got hired by the 115th Airlift Squadron. Do what BogiDope says. Visit the unit and BE YOURSELF. DON’T TRY TO BE SOMEONE ELSE… you are looking for a unit to be at for life…

Thank you Bogi Dope

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2. Open office hour tonight at 8pm ET with @SMAX . SMAX is leading this upcoming Bootcamp, so if you have any questions about the…

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BD Fam,

I hope Boot Campers are enjoying their first couple of weeks, and I hope everyone else is crushing whatever step in the process they’re in.

As tensions rise in the Middle East, I came across this article from Air Force Times.

https://www.airforcetimes.com/pentagon/2025/06/13/us-helps-defend-israel-from-iranian-missile-attack/

While most…

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US helps defend Israel from Iranian missile attack

The attack follows Israel's airstrikes on Iran's nuclear program and military leadership Thursday.

First Jax F-35!

Jacksonville’s timeline from selection to metal was one of the fastest seen to date. Great to see metal arriving on the ramp!

Now say it with me “bomb”.

https://www.airandspaceforces.com/florida-guard-prepares-to-welcome-f-35-with-pilot-training-maintenance-upgrades/?utm_campaign=dfn-ebb&utm_medium=email&utm_source=sailthru

airandspaceforces.com

Florida Guard Prepares to Welcome F-35 with Pilot Training, Maintenance Upgrades

The Florida Air National Guard's 125th Fighter Wing shared its progress on pilot training and repairs as it transitions from F-15Cs to F-35s.

INDOPACOM flexing its Joint Muscles with this awesome show of force at Kadena AB in Japan.

Check out these pictures from our friends over at Task and Purpose.

Fight Tonight!

taskandpurpose.com

This 53 aircraft 'elephant walk' has everything you'd need for a war in the Pacific

The runway display of 53 Air Force and Navy planes — plus Army missiles — ranged from rescue helicopters to fighters and hulking spy planes.