Everyone is a first responder!
Stealth boats. Hypersonic glide vehicles. Hybrid electric power. The UFOs must be right around the corner.
The USS Zumwalt is back in action with a major upgrade: sea-launched hypersonics. The Army allegedly has their own version for the land. What does this mean for BogiDope? It means that future BD pilots will be linked in that supa-fast joint targeting game. If I had to bet, fighters will be somewhere in this kill chain.
F-16s (not sure if Jersey Devils or Ft Wayne) ran 3x intercepts on general aviation aircraft this weekend during the TFRs covering POTUS ands the World Cup Final in NJ. This is a pretty awesome video of a Viper executing a guide/headbutt with flares and burner. The boys stayed busy on alert over the weekend!
The ANG covers almost all NORAD alert operations for fighters (and tankers) in the CONUS. The RCAF covers up north, and the AK homies cover the great white north. If you are a BogiDoper looking for a Guard job, this is 100% in your future. Hit me up with questions if you've got em!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/C3ir1K5graI
AFOQT Webinar - Math Techniqes - Factoring, Fractions, DRT
Wednesday, July 22 · 19:00 – 20:00
Time zone: America/Denver
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/cwq-rzkc-rxp
Geo-Baching, or Geographical Bachelor, is the new term being coined by military families that are geographically separated from one another. It is becoming so common in the military that not only are new words being made up, but entire non-for profit organizations are sprouting up to help families going through these very real struggles.
Unfortunately for all you young BogiDopers looking to get hired into a UPT slot, the likelihood of Geo-Bach Ops is seriously high. Whether it is OTS, UPT, TDYs or a Deployment, being a Geo-Bach family is difficult.
My advice, if you haven’t already, start preparing your families for this future. Start with making sure they understand what the commitment of being a military aviator entails. Show them articles like the one below and help them access the resources that will be crucial in helping the family get through rough times.
The military is an incredible community, filled with incredible people. Out of all of the amazing experiences I have, it is the people that impress me the most, like this family below!
Happy Sunday!
Now you can view and manager your MilRecruiter applications from your BogiDope dashboard!
BD Fam,
As the conflict in the Middle East rages on, it has assuredly taken a toll on the military's weapons stock. Having a robust inventory is a huge part of deterrence for current and future conflicts.
Check out this article by the AF Times as we look to reload and think through more flexible options.
Happy Saturday!
-CHAOS
Don’t forget to join me tonight, Thursday 16 Jul at 8 PM EST, for the open office hours. Here are the details below you need below, cheers!
July Pilot Office Hours
Thursday, Jul 16 · 8–9 PM
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/htx-edkt-dvk
Or dial: +1 262-468-7369 PIN: 693040672
More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/htx-edkt-dvk?pin=3140412641658
AFOQT Tutoring Office Hours
Wednesday, July 15 · 19:00 – 20:00
Time zone: America/Denver
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wai-fxum-fqo
BogiDope,
The Florida Air National Guard (FANG) has opened it's window for a RATED hiring board. Application deadline is August 15, 2026. Contact BGratedhiring@gmail.com if you're interested in applying.
The job has been posted to the Job Board for more details.
