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Reply to When can I start rushing?
For your local unit, start talking to every pilot you interact with and go out of your way to find time in the squadron. They’ll vector you at the hiring POC and start to keep a mental note on you. Also find the first pilot in your chain of command and let that person know you are interested.
Certainly try to attend any open rush you can,…
Reply to Trouble Scheduling TBAS
great to hear – getting those test scheduled can be such a hurdle
Husky posted an update 9 months ago
1 Trillion Dollars
Politics aside, the proposed 1 Trillion USD 2026 DOD budget could bring a ton of aviation forward. And for our aspiring aviators there’s nothing like joining a service that is expanding. While it’s unclear what Gen Caine’s priorities are going to be some things that we might see:
– More F-15EX buys
– Accelerated development…
defensenews.com
Trump promises $1 trillion in defense spending for next year
Trump's plan for a huge increase in defense spending next fiscal year would mean billions more for equipment and training.
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
There’s an Air War Going On!
After years of being on a low-simmer the CENTCOM theater is hot with air combat. There’s been a ton of action the last year, and while the command has been tight-lipped as of late some of the stories that have come out have been crazy. Check out this article about the strikes and then look closely at the photos…
theaviationist.com
F-15E Crews Recall Mission to Repel Iranian Attack on Israel
The 494th Fighter Squadron pilots were recognized for downing several Iranian drones during the attack on Israel in April this year. In the night between
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Husky replied to the discussion The Squadron Shelf in the forum General Discussion 9 months ago
Gotta Have Thud Ridge!
I love this book because it really captures the crazy, catch-22 aspects of being a tiny part of a huge war machine. The “I can’t believe we’re doing this” moments are timeless.
https://www.amazon.com/Thud-Ridge-Jack-Broughton/dp/1888237090
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
Deadlier Rockets!
I love me some rockets. I love unguided white phosphorus for marking. I love laser rockets for ground target. And I’m super excited for what TWZ is reporting as new rockets for popping drones.
https://www.twz.com/air/infrared-seeker-for-apkws-guided-70mm-rockets-unveiled
twz.com
Infrared Seeker For APKWS Guided 70mm Rockets Unveiled
Adding infrared guidance to APKWS II rockets allows for multiple targets to be engaged more rapidly, especially in the air-to-air role.
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
For the shelf: M3: The mile, the Mach the minute. No heroics here – its just about mental math for pilots; but seriously one of the most useful books.
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
Webinar Tonight: Unpacking UPT
Another plug for tonights webinar – we’ll break down this chart
See you there!
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Name: Unpacking the Pilot Training Pipeline
Time: Mon, Apr 7, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Join the meeting: https://meet.google.com/tgh-bwkf-jni
Dial in (audio only): (US) +1 267-753-4154 PIN: 919 395 931#-
What time zone for the meeting?
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
9 months ago (edited)
Webinar Monday 8 Eastern / 5 Pacific:
Unpacking the Pilot Training Pipeline with Sic and Husky
Join me and Sic as we talk IPT, T-1 sunset, the delayed T-7 sunrise, T-38s, RTUs and what I all means for you.
Name: Unpacking the Pilot Training Pipeline
Time: Mon, Apr 7, 5:00 – 6:00 PM
Join the meeting: https://meet.google.com/tgh-bwkf-jni
Dial in…
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Husky posted an update 9 months ago
The pilot shortage.
Definitely a double edged sword. It is a challenge to entry but once you’re in expect a lot of flying!
Here’s a good background piece.
My opinion. We’re at the bottom right now and should see improvement year on year with IPT, T-7 sunrise and more and more F-35s
https://simpleflying.com/us-air-force-coming-up-short-pilots/
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