Buildup continues. Interesting read.

https://www.twz.com/news-features/the-massive-questions-surrounding-a-major-american-air-war-against-iran

twz.com

The Massive Questions Surrounding A Major American Air War Against Iran

With the U.S. at the precipice of war with Iran, we break down the glaring questions surrounding such an operation and the reasoning for it.

Checkout this OA-1K, looks like 10xrockets, 2xhelfire, plus a dual-sensor ball. Also, apparently tiny cruise missiles – amazing. It’s rumoured to be able to carry twin gun pods (which would be my choice), but I haven’t seen that in the wild yet.

https://www.twz.com/air/red-wolf-cruise-missile-eyed-to-give-oa-1k-skyraider-ii-standoff-strike-capability

twz.com

Red Wolf Cruise Missile Eyed To Give OA-1K Skyraider II Standoff Strike Capability

Giving the OA-1K a standoff strike capability has been seen as one potential way to expand its relevance beyond lower-intensity fights.

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

All,

Shout out to Cage for highlighting the recent contract awarded to US Aviation Academy as the new home for IPT earlier this week. With a plethora of recent questions on what IPT will look like, I wanted to double tap on some content goodness. See the below link for a link to their website and the a little bit more on what IPT will…

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usaviationacademy.com

US Aviation Academy Awarded $835 Million Contract by the United States Air Force for Initial Pilot Training - US Aviation Academy

Flight Training Part 141 vs. Part 61: Why Choosing the Right Flight School in Denton Texas Matters for Flight Instructor Hireability

Test Pilot School

Absolutely a thing in the National Guard. A guard baby from my unit just graduated from the course a few months ago

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPB8JjxDjTM/?l=1

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Sam Eckholm on Instagram: "This isn’t just about flying jets. It’s about pushing the limits of what’s possible. Get ready to go inside the @usairforce’s elite Test Pilot School. 🎬 Sept 27 | 12PM ET YouTube | @sameckholm"

5,760 likes, 52 comments - sameckholm on September 24, 2025: "This isn’t just about flying jets. It’s about pushing the limits of what’s possible. Get ready to go inside the @usairforce’s elite Test Pilot School. 🎬 Sept 27 | 12PM … Continue reading

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.

USAF announces IPT!

I think we knew the broad outline but here are quotes from the officials. Looks like TX, or two Arizona locations for now with potentially more in the future. I’m also hearing Pueblo from other sources.

Rumors elsewhere that the T-38 and IFF syllabus will be combined. Frankly, that makes sense to me – the T-38/IFF split…

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Good morning BogiDope! Reminder to join myself this upcoming Thursday, 20 Feb at 8pm EST. I’ll be joined by current UPT T-38 IP BUDA as we discuss differences between Sheppard and other UPT pipelines, common struggles students have in the T-38, and an open Q&A at the end. Cheers!

UPT T-38 Webinar

Thursday, February 20 · 8:00 – 9:00pm

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Sunday is Reset Day:

BogiDope,

Sunday’s are reset days and you should start off by making your bed. Sunday is your day to reset yourself spiritually, mentally and physically. It is your day for laundry, groceries, meal prep, church, gym or windy walks. Whatever helps you reset your body and your mind to prep for another week of work, school…

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Some more insights from a current UPT stud expanding on the UPT memo that was sent out:

“T-38 tracks will now start dropping heavies and FAIPS predominately (for active duty).

Also, delays are even felt here in the T-6. There will be a two-month gap between when I finish preflight and academics before I do my dollar ride (first flight in the…

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Another big BogiDope win! Congrats to Jake @Jake , who teamed up with us for multiple coaching sessions over the last year. I’ve worked with Jake more than any other client, and he has tirelessly put in the work to chase down a fighter slot. I’m proud to announce that hard work and passion have paid off, as he will be a future Panther…

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