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SMAX posted an update: We had a great time during last night's webinar […]

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:51:49 -0400

We had a great time during last night’s webinar discussing the chaos and orchestration of a short-notice deployment. Thank you to those that were able to make the live broadcast and a special thank you to our coaches who participated (Sic, DJ, and Beav).

The recording has been loaded to the Video Vault / Webinars Section. Check it out!

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CAGE posted an update: The second T-7 has arrived at Randolph AFB. At this time […]

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:25:09 -0500

The second T-7 has arrived at Randolph AFB. At this time it is in the instructor and syllabus training phase but things are starting to happen to where you may find yourself in one sooner than later!

SMAX posted an update: IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...BogiDope's Podcast on Recruiting: […]

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:40:04 -0500

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT…BogiDope’s Podcast on Recruiting: A Peek Behind the Curtain. Interactions with a recruiter can shape your entire experience in this process. Receive valuable insights from Beav Klawitter who spent two years as Squadron Commander of a recruiting unit. It is vitally important to understand each person’s role in…

Twinkie posted an update: https://www.twz.com/air/f-a-xx-naval-fighter-rescued-from-pur […]

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:27:10 -0500

https://www.twz.com/air/f-a-xx-naval-fighter-rescued-from-purgatory-in-new-defense-spending-bill

twz.com

F/A-XX Naval Fighter Rescued From Purgatory In New Defense Spending Bill

The F/A-XX program saga continues with a new draft defense spending bill that would reverse Pentagon plans to shelve it indefinitely.

CAGE posted an update: If you’re not following the news, you definitely should […]

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:42:17 -0500

If you’re not following the news, you definitely should read up on the protests in Iran. President Trump is leaving all options on the table when it comes to possible intervention from the Iranian government killing protesters.

http://www.airforcetimes.com/news/pentagon-congress/2026/01/16/trump-faces-sharper-questions-over-possible-military-action-on-iran/

airforcetimes.com

Trump faces sharper questions over possible military action on Iran

The White House insists military options remain “on the table” regarding Iran, with the Islamic Republic convulsed by nationwide protests.

CAGE posted an update: Check out this article talking about some of the […]

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:13:26 -0500

Check out this article talking about some of the planning that went into the operation. As a pilot in the USAF you always have to train to worst case and be prepared. If the worst case doesn’t happen great, but if it does then you are…

twz.com

U.S. Was Primed To Destroy Three Venezuelan Airfields If Fighters Attempted To Launch

A Justice Department memo also says there were fears that up to 75 air defense sites stood between American forces and their objective.

CAGE replied to the discussion 466th Hill AFB Pilot Connections to Rush in the forum General Discussion

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:09:21 -0500

Reply to 466th Hill AFB Pilot Connections to Rush

Hey Francisco,

Since you have access to the base I would absolutely just show up. You won’t be a limfac on someone having to escort you. The difference is how you approach just showing up. I’d bring a dozen doughnuts or bagels or something like that to put on the desk and just introduce yourself to the pilot sitting behind the desk and just let…

Stiffler posted an update: Great article discussing how to fix the Air Force's […]

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:20:11 -0500

Great article discussing how to fix the Air Force’s pilot and aircraft shortages. It puts a lot of emphasis on building up and properly equipping the Reserve Component.

https://www.airandspaceforces.com/article/fixing-the-air-force-pilot-crisis/

airandspaceforces.com

Fixing the Air Force Pilot Crisis | Air & Space Forces Magazine

Will require not only new pilots, but the ability to retain those already trained and skilled.