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    Overworked Drone Pilots

    Sounds like a real shortage... bonuses and other steps to keep folks in seats. http://news.yahoo.com/air-force-moves-ease-stress-overworked-u-drone-003534205.html http://news.yahoo.com/air-force-tap-guard-fill-drone-pilot-shortage-195123907--politics.html
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    PR Problem? - Mainstream Muslims

    Hi SAFers, So I debated posting this thought due to the potential to go sideways. But I'm trusting in our community to not let the discussion devolve into something inappropriate. (Mods, if I have overstepped than I apologize and please delete, but I think this community can discuss the topic...
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    NORAD and Santa

    I'm sure most here know the story, but for those that don't... http://www.npr.org/2014/12/19/371647099/norads-santa-tracker-began-with-a-typo-and-a-good-sport The true story of the Air Force colonel that turned serendipity into a heart-warming tradition as told by his children. Merry...
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    Off Topic - Delicious Discovery

    So I'm not usually one for the trendy flavored liquors like citrus vodkas, coffee tequilas, etc. Guess I'm a traditionalist at heart. But just had a chance to try the Crown Royal Regal Apple whiskey... Let's just say it's a good thing I'm posting before it gets later in the evening. :wink...
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    Fake Document Bots?

    Hi Mods, I'm sure you've seen all the recent posts regarding fake documents for sale (since you've probably been removing them!). It's been a long time since I signed up here so I can't remember, but is there some sort of anti-bot verification at time of account creation? If not, then I...
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    One step closer to those SciFi tanks...

    Remember those cool futuristic tanks depicted in books/games when we were kids? Looks like we may be one step closer soon; rail guns proposed for FFV. http://defensetech.org/2014/10/23/bae-proposes-rail-guns-for-armys-future-fighting-vehicle/ Now if they can just make them hover and give...
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    Threats To Military Families

    Might want to be aware... Here's a Fox news story on military families being targeted for harassment/terror. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/10/07/source-air-force-father-son-targeted-online-isis/
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    Stowaway on C-130

    Sad story. Guessing perhaps this young boy was trying to get to the US... http://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/boys-body-found-wheel-well-u-s-air-force-plane-n167726 Anyone know if there were Phoenix Ravens on this flight?
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    Damn, a moment of weakness...

    So I've turned into a softie in my old age. There I said it. This morning on the way into work I was reflecting on the idea that in just seven, all too short, days my precious daughter heads off to begin her new life at AFA. Telling myself I was bored with the radio station, but really just...
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    Removed Thread - And Thanks

    Believe there was a thread removed here discussing Ukraine. Last post I saw was Ed setting the facts (and me :wink: ) straight on when the lease for the naval base really expired. Just wanted to say thanks to Ed for the clarification. We all become better informed when we participate here.
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    Wow... Xmas gift from Admissions!

    DD just checked portal and saw the most wonderful Christmas morning surprise... she's in!!! She'll be joining her brother at AFA in 2018. Admissions posted this at 4:30 AM today, so clearly designed to be a wonderful gift for the season. Good luck to all and Merry Christmas! NOTE...
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    A Differrent Kind of Nomination Essay

    Yes, I'm proud of our DD, but I thought posting her essay might also provide some inspiration for those struggling to write something different from the norm. IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: When our 16 year old DD presented her essay outline/idea to us, our reaction was that it was a "high risk - high...
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    Convincing DD - Meteorology at an SMC?

    DD has been laser-focused on following her brother to USAFA. Wonderful right? Mostly... This is one head-strong young lady. And while she intellectually agrees that having a "plan B" is important, she has refused to put much thought/effort into it beyond the AFROTC app. But we may finally...
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    Zombie Fighter Jet.... no, really!

    Was also on NBC News last night... http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/video-boeing-tests-pilotless-f16-fighter-jet-8839038.html
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    How does D1 equate to better military?

    Charged topic I guess, but we are all adults so hopefully we can keep this exchange civil. Question: The mission of the SAs is to build outstanding military leaders. And if D1 sports teams, recruited athletes, defacto red-shirting in Prep, having football coaches with salaries 3+ times...
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    Best Class Motto?

    Hi All, Still trying to wipe the smile off my face after hearing DS's voice on Saturday, but thought I might ask a bit of a poll question after hearing 2017's class motto... In your opinion, what's the best AFA class motto you've heard? My answer.... "Respect all, Fear none!"
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    Evaluations at Summer Seminar?

    A quick search didn't turn up the answer to this question. So here goes... At AFA, are the Summer Seminar attendees evaluated/scored during their time there and do those evals go into their application file? I've seen hints to indicate this may be the case. And apparrently at other SAs...
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    Report Time = BCT Squadron Assignment?

    I admit it... my internet seach skills have failed me. But I swear I remember at least one thread here discussing the idea that cadets could tell what BCT squadron they were assigned to by the time they were required to report. So, if that premise holds true.... any insights into which...
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    Leadership Moment: Surprise Lesson

    Here is a story I hope makes you smile. It was a humbling little lesson in leadership for our DS... Our DS is the Commander of his AFJROTC unit. It was PT day recently, and my DS decided to "mail in" his workout and only bang out 30 push-ups with his unit. Now, his ROTC teacher ("Sergeant")...
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    Why not unmanned fighters? -duck-

    Hi All, Please understand that I'm not looking to start a flame war. Just an honest question from an interested party. Here goes... After the F-22 some were predicting that it may be the last manned "super fighter" ever. Why? Because... the planes of today/tommorrow are capable of far...
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