Unfortunately Jeremiah weed is no longer manufactured but if you happen to find a bottle, BUY IT! Hold onto it for years and only bring it out for special occasions. Here is the back story of how a $15 bottle of “liquor” became the traditional fighter pilot drink. RIP J Weed.

http://www.check-six.com/lib/Drinks/JeremiahWeed.htm

As talks are still rocky the USN have established a full up naval blockade putting more pressure on Iran. This will hopefully put more political weight on them with their own citizens desiring a cease fire.

http://www.twz.com/news-features/naval-blockade-of-iran-now-in-full-effect

twz.com

Naval Blockade Of Iran Now In Full Effect (Updated)

Maritime restrictions have been put in place by the U.S. along the entire Iranian coastline, not just the Strait of Hormuz. Maritime restrictions have been announced along the entire Iranian coastline, including on ports and energy infrastructure.

As military aviators we train day in and day out for the possibility of pushing the “pickle button” and an actual weapon come off the jet. We talk about that a lot but never so much the side of the house of threats. As our adversaries start to become more near-peer the “care free” operation we were used to in Afghanistan doesn’t exist. Op Epic…

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Operation Epic Fury U.S. Aircraft Losses Visualized

Here are all the known American aircraft losses during the nearly six week-long war with Iran.

Don’t forget to join me tonight, 9 April at 8pm EST for a group interview prep, see you then!

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I’m sure everyone has followed this closely but here is a good article on the rescue of the Strike Eagle pilot & WSO. The US absolutely will do what it takes to get guys and gals out and those trained to do it our the best of the best! Also attached is an AV Boys fighter pilot song for your listening…

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twz.com

Everything We Now Know About The Operation To Rescue The F-15E WSO (Updated)

We have gotten many new details about how the high-risk extraction effort deep in Iranian territory went down.

As it is night week at my home squadron I thought it fitting to talk about night time operations as a fighter pilot. Most info pages on all fighters have an expert that reads “all-weather, day and night fighter”. This is very true for the USAF, ANG, and AFR. During normal training majority of flying does happen during the day to flow with life…

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Hey BD! Join me this Thursday at 8pm EST for our monthly group interview prep. We’ll discuss what you can expect for those new to the process, how to prepare for the interview, then I’ll ask some volunteers to take the hot seat to be asked a question! Q&A will be at the end, hope to see you then!

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Here is a fascinating read, and a little on the longer side, about supposed drone usage in Op Epic Fury. The article also dives into the history of what created these programs back to the Cold War. A lot of great information throughout and a…

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twz.com

RQ-180's Likely Role Over Iran Foreshadowed By Secret Cold War Stealth Drone Program

Large sums of money were spent trying to build a spy drone just like the RQ-180 for a very specific mission decades beforehand.

As threats evolve DOW assets need ways to train. USAF Aggressor squadrons have been working this for years but as technology progresses it doesn’t make sense for the military to spend upgrading old aircraft. Thats where private red air takes over. Here’s a good article talking about the advantages of this and a way you can contribute to the…

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twz.com

Private F-5 Adversary Jets Taking The Fight To Navy Fighter Pilots

TWZ Special Access: We visited TacAir to learn about their heavily upgraded F-5AT fighters and how they replicate enemy aircraft to keep U.S. fighter aircrews sharp.

It has been quite sometime since the military has been in an active engagement that uses hundreds of weapons a day and thousands a month. Not to mention the addition of more stand-off weapons in today’s arsenal. Gone are the days of an aircraft rolling off the assembly line every 11.2 minutes and a bomb being produced every 69 seconds. As…

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twz.com

U.S. Is Burning Through Tomahawk Cruise Missile Stockpile At An Alarming Rate: Report

The four-week conflict with Iran has so far consumed more than a whopping 850 Tomahawk missiles, officials have stated. The four-week conflict with Iran has so far consumed more than 850 Tomahawk missiles, officials have stated.

Happy Saturday BD! I’ll be on the app throughout the day so reach out via DM or cage@bogidope.com for any questions you have. Cheers!

A great Q&A article with a former CENTCOM commander about what he expected to happen vs. realities. A good read that showcases how commanders always have to plan for contingencies anytime.

http://www.twz.com/news-features/former-centcom-commanders-candid-take-on-the-situation-in-the-strait-of-hormuz

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Former CENTCOM Commander's Candid Take On The Situation In The Strait Of Hormuz

Retired Army General Joseph Votel offers unique insights into what it will take to wrestle the Strait of Hormuz from Iran's clutches.

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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warhistoryonline.com

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.

There is a lot of training that pilot trainee candidates must go through before heading back to your home unit. As most things focus on the aspects of all things flying there is other training you must attend and pass. SERE school and Water survival are a must when graduating from Pilot trainee to pilot! Here is a video giving a little taste…

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Don’t forget office hours tonight! See the previous two posts for google meet link, cheers!

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As Epic Fury rages on Iran keeps launching one way attack UAVs called the Shahed. UKR has been working against these for years against Russia who had these exact drones supplied to them from Iran. We’ll see if UKR starts exporting to supporting countries but that would be a major win for protecting FOBs and Military…

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twz.com

Ukrainian Companies Prohibited From Exporting Shahed Interceptor Drones

Waves of Iranian Shahed drone attacks across the Middle East have spurred widespread interest in Ukrainian interceptors.

Tragic to hear about this situation and the KC-135 crew. Even in non-hostile zones the job is still incredibly dangerous and you must be on your A game. The military still has many of its losses from non-combat related operations unfortunately. RIP fellow brothers

http://www.twz.com/air/kc-135-tanker-crashes-in-iraq-during-operation-epic-fury-sortie

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KC-135 Tanker Crashes In Iraq During Operation Epic Fury Sortie (Updated)

U.S. Central Command says two aircraft were involved in the incident and that a search and rescue effort is currently underway.

In simple terms they are an airborne JTAC with the capability to control air strikes and air support. However Forward Air Control – Airborne patch holders are much more. Op Epic Fury made me think how after the first few days of the operation how pivotal it is to have entities like this in the skies. It enhances battlefield capabilities even…

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What’s up BD! I’ll be on the app throughout the day so reach out with any questions or email me at cage@bogidope.com

cheers!

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6th gen F-47 is seems to be on track for 2028. At this rate if it stays on track I bet some of you will be at the controls, crazy!

/www.airandspaceforces.com/f-47-program-on-track-2028-flight/

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F-47 Still 'Doing Exceptionally Well,' on Track for 2028 Flight

The Air Force’s F-47 next-generation fighter is on track to fly in the next two years, a acquisition executive said.

Those of you striving for UPT will most likely have the opportunity to be the first to fly it! USAF is expected to sign within the next few days to start mass production and moving into service.

breakingdefense.com/2026/02/exclusive-air-force-to-approve-t-7-trainer-production-within-days/

USS Gerald Ford is close to arrival, biggest build up in decades.

http://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-military/2026/02/26/us-military-assembles-largest-force-of-warships-aircraft-in-middle-east-in-decades/

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US military assembles largest force of warships, aircraft in Middle East in decades

The U.S. Navy will have at least 16 ships in the region, dwarfing the 11-ship fleet that was, until the Ford’s departure, positioned in the Caribbean Sea.

Hey BD! I’m on the app throughout the day so as always reach out via DM or to my email cage@bogidope.com for any questions you have. Cheers!

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No words besides the ultimate betrayal to your military brethren and your country.

http://www.twz.com/air/former-air-force-fighter-pilot-and-f-35-instructor-charged-with-training-chinese-military

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Former Air Force Fighter Pilot And F-35 Instructor Charged With Training Chinese Military 

The ex-U.S. Air Force combat pilot also worked as a contractor F-35 instructor before allegedly providing expertise to China. The ex-U.S. Air Force combat pilot also worked as a contractor F-35 instructor before allegedly providing expertise to China.

As new threats emerge daily we need to try and stay one step ahead. One way is to help augment current platforms until the next generation can become fully operational. This article is a good read on how AI can be used to enhance SA.

http://www.twz.com/air/ai-is-now-helping-the-f-35-spot-enemy-air-defenses

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AI Is Now Helping The F-35 Spot Enemy Air Defenses

New artificial intelligence technology is giving the F-35 the ability to pick out confusing threat emissions and get them properly identified faster.

Congratulations! Keep it up, we all started there!

I earned my Private Pilot’s License with Lake Elmo Aero Club out of Lake Elmo, Minnesota this past January! One dream of many come true. On to the next thing #aviator

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

Not a movie yet but maybe someday! As the fight becomes more of a distance advantage, TAC C2 is now a target. This article is a great intro into why it’s important to take out enemy eyes in the sky!

https://www.twz.com/air/hunt-for-anti-radiation-missile-that-can-down-enemy-radar-planes-kicked-off-by-navy

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Hunt For "AWACS Killer" Anti-Radiation Missile Kicked-Off By Navy

The Advanced Emission Suppression Missile will also be able to strike air defenses on land and sea.

As future military aviators the conversation is about the aircraft itself, the missions, what it’s like, and most importantly here on BD, how to get into the cockpit. One thing I think that is left off the table is an understanding of what a SAM is and how that plays a role in your future for any platform. Whether you’re providing gas to the…

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Happy gold medal game Sunday BD! If you’re not watching the men’s hockey gold medal game against Canada you’re wrong! 🇺🇸

Ill be online during the day so reach out with any questions you have that are unanswered via DM or my email at cage@bogidope.com

Cheers, STK!

Something that’s not always talked about but is good to know, is military pay. First things first, when you become a military aviator it is not to have competitive pay with the airlines. That won’t happen until well after 10 years in. You do it because of the drive, passion, and desire to do something extraordinarily difficult and rewarding.…

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Being a military aviator gives you so many opportunities to interact with the public whether it be at airshows or doing flyovers, but what about behind the scenes during large events across the country. This article talks about the NORAD mission and those in the guard/reserve will most likely have an experience…

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Guarding the Skies: NORAD Defends Airspace Before, During & After Super Bowl

"Just like the players are practicing and training for the game, we're practicing and preparing for our execution in the skies," a pilot told Military.com about the Super Bowl.

Happy Saturday! I’ll be online throughout the day again so reach out via DM or cage@bogidope.com if you have any questions you need answered, cheers!

STK!

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Wanted to repost this as it recently happened and it’s the most current information on UPT/IPT. SMAX hosted a webinar all about IPT so if you missed it here is the link to the video library to watch it!

bogidope.com/video-vault/whats-up-with-ipt-upt-in-2026/

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What's up with IPT/UPT in 2026? | BogiDope

Restricted Access:Members-only Content This content is exclusive to BogiDope members.  It’s crafted by US military pilots for aspiring (and seasoned) military pilots, offering in-depth guidance…

I had posted on this event earlier this year, that I was excited and honored to attend, has unfortunately been postponed! Real world events always come first, but if you’re unfamiliar with the USAF William Tell I’d definitely dive in as it’s a fighter pilots dream!

http://www.airandspaceforces.com/air-force-postpones-william-tell-weapons-meet/

airandspaceforces.com

Air Force’s Anticipated William Tell Weapons Meet Postponed

The Air Force’s prestigious William Tell Weapons Meet, previously set for March, has now been postponed to later this year.

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Multi MDS weapons are a great way to be cost effective but also arm Americas fighting force quickly. Here’s an article about the AGR-20s, known as APKWS, that are now being put on legacy F 18s

http://www.twz.com/air/usmcs-old-f-a-18-hornets-to-get-drone-swatting-laser-guided-rockets

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USMC's Old F/A-18 Hornets To Get Drone Swatting Laser Guided Rockets

The combat-proven APKWS II laser-guided rocket's use as a valuable low-cost air-to-air weapon continues to grow.

Another CSG has headed toward the Middle East against rising tensions with Iran. This is why we train everyday because you never know when that phone call will come.

http://www.twz.com/news-features/second-carrier-strike-group-ordered-to-spin-up-for-deployment-to-middle-east-report

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Second Carrier Strike Group Ordered To Spin-Up For Deployment To Middle East: Report

A second carrier group would provide additional tactical airpower for a sustained operation against Iran, but it wouldn't arrive for weeks at the earliest.

Hey BD! I’ll be online throughout the day so if you have any burning questions you need answered reach out to DMs or cage@bogidope.com, cheers!

More directed energy weapons on the way! If you weren’t tracking the op in Venezuela there were reports of sonic weapons. The way of the future is wild!

http://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/department-war-confirms-plans-scale-192718604.html

yahoo.com

Department Of War Confirms Plans To Scale ‘Directed Energy Weapons’

The Department of War expanding use of “directed energy weapons.” America, China, and Russia are all developing direct energy weapons.

Pretty big deal here! USSF finally is fully online, and if you don’t think space effects what you’ll do in an aircraft you’re mistaken!

http://www.airforcetimes.com/news/your-military/2026/01/22/space-forces-southern-activated-amid-western-hemisphere-focus/

airforcetimes.com

Space Forces Southern activated amid Western Hemisphere focus

The U.S. Space Force officially activated the component in a ceremony on Wednesday, formalizing its role in space operations across the Western Hemisphere.

As small drone warfare becomes prevalent in military operations the USMC has a contract for its own drones. Crazy to see something from call of duty now making its way to the big leagues.

http://www.twz.com/uncategorized/inside-andurils-bolt-m-kamikaze-drone-program

twz.com

Inside Anduril's Bolt-M Kamikaze Drone Program

We go in-depth with Anduril on their machine learning-infused loitering munition that the USMC just ordered, including how they intend to produce it at scale.