Anyone else not able to get into the BogiDope app? Just want to see if it’s a bug or maybe just scheduled maintenance?

Congratulations to Nick Longhini on being the newest Bodidope Fighter Hire. Nick is headed off to fly Vipers off the Florida beaches with the 93d FS at Homestead FL.

Nick actually picked up a fall out slot – he was the alternate and stayed connected with the unit. A UPT opportunity opened up and the squadron has his phone number ready.

Way…

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UPT is the first stage along your flying career and as you progress your challenges in each airframe will become harder. Even after you get back to your unit and are no longer on the syllabus, you’re always training to new threats. This article talks about US support in defending Israel against Iranian…

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airforcetimes.com

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.

For anyone interested in upcoming Buckley UPT board, this might be a good opportunity to network, drink some beer, and listen to some classic fighter pilot songs from Dos Gringos!

https://vimeo.com/1082271967

Details:

Before Netflix told their story, Dos Gringos captured the real spirit of the USAF Thunderbirds. Forged in the fire of a…

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I’m going to leave this here. But just remember you can only tie the record.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=kaF7_hBkrP0

BONUS INTERVIEW PREP NIGHT APRIL 28th @ 8pm ET w/ @SIC !

The people have spoken, and they want more SIC dad jokes…and some interview prep!

Join SIC on Monday night to hit a bucket of interview balls.

Back by popular demand, I’ll be hosting interview prep round deux on Monday 28 April 8:00pm EST.

This interview prep will focus on me asking mock interview questions to the attendees and then providing feedback along with the feedback of your peers watching.

Watch the activity feed for the link which will be sent out next weekend.

Lets get on the go!

Join us tomorrow at 8 PM Eastern, 5 PM Pacific for and Interview with Smack about all things F-16 B-course

F-16 B-Course with Smack and Husky

Monday, Mar 31 8 PM Eastern 5 PM Pacific

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/hez-uriv-btj

Or dial: +1 413-338-4637 PIN: 255579033

Shout out to @jonathan-catapano for earning the first $50 bounty for letting us know about VT’s newest F-35 UPT board that just opened today! The information is now posted on MilRecruiter (takes about 24 hours to auto-sync with the BogiDope Job Board).

If any of you are aware of other pilot hiring boards not currently listed on MilRecruiter,…

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Friends,

Last month I posted about an article by the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies regarding the overwhelming pilot shortage in the Air Force, particularly with regard to fighter pilots.

The Mitchell Institute recently released a 56 page document explaining why the fighter pilot shortage exists, what consequence this shortage has on…

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Amen! Preach!

https://www.defenseone.com/threats/2025/01/pilot-shortage-new-report-calls-more-air-force-fighters-and-larger-reserve/402493/

defenseone.com

Pilot shortage: new report calls for more Air Force fighters and larger Reserve

The Mitchell Institute report comes after Air Force Chief Gen. Allvin publicly called for a beefier Air Force.

Hey Bogidope community! Just a reminder that this upcoming Tuesday, 26 Nov 2024 at 8pm EST, I will host a webinar with current UPT instructor Trent Grabowski! We will discuss;

• Current and future state of UPT
• Day in the life of a student
• Common student struggles
• What goes into the class ranking
• Q&A with remaining time

Looking forward to seeing you…

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tel.meet

Join this video meeting

Real-time meetings by Google. Using your browser, share your video, desktop, and presentations with teammates and customers.

On this Veterans Day, we want to give a big shoutout to the one percenters—the brave men and women who step up to serve our country. We’re proud to stand beside you and excited to see future warfighters (like many of you) competing for the chance to answer our nation’s call.

Thanks for everything you do! 🇺🇲

Thoughts on a BogiDope Podcast? 🤔

We’re always looking for new ways to bring value to the military aviation community, and one idea that keeps coming up is launching a podcast.

Our very own @SIC , a longtime BogiDope coach and proud holder of the “King of Dad Jokes” crown 👑, is leading the charge. But we need your help to shape the podcast’s…

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Congrats to @nichole-riebe for dominating October’s BogiPoint challenge!

October’s Top-10 members:
1. @nichole-riebe 7630 pts – $100 💰🏆🇺🇲
2. @charlie-w 6060 pts – $50 💰
3. @Jchip 4505 pts – $25 💰
4. @angel-barajas 4250 pts
5. @Nelly19 4235 pts
6. @ethan-conner 4000 pts
7. @Phillips 3905 pts
8. @jacob7t 3835 pts
9. @spencer-berg 3800 pts
10. …

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