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  1. Bigrod

    Airborne School (summer period)

    My daughters boyfriend is ROTC and has been at airborne school for a couple weeks now training. This week is when they make their jumps and my daughter was flying down Friday for graduation. Guess what, they are all being sent home now because they have no planes for them to jump from this week...
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    Airborne School

    My daughters boyfriend is ROTC and has been at airborne school for a couple weeks now training. This week is when they make their jumps and my daughter was flying down Friday for graduation. Guess what, they are all being sent home now because they have no planes for them to jump from this week...
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    Heading to Dayton Air Show

    I’ve never been to the Dayton show but I’ve always wanted to. It seems like a really good size show and I have about 2-3 more weeks before my recent USAFA grad heads to his casual base before starting UPT. We are headed up Saturday morning to catch a great show. Hope the weather stays beautiful...
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    Packing and headed to Graduation !!

    Where has the time gone? It has flown by. It seems like last month we were dropping our DS off for BCT and now we are getting ready to leave for his graduation. So excited for this momentous occasion. Also really looking forward to seeing the Thunderbirds perform. If you have a C1C, enjoy your...
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    100’s night dinner is today

    As the title says, tonight is 100’s night reception for the c/o 2023 (Thor). This dinner traditionally means 100 days until graduation. They should receive the base announcements they will be going to after graduation as well. Then they are off to a weekend of fun with their friends to celebrate...
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    Moving to San Antonio area ?

    My wife may be leaving for a job in south texas. She will probably rent apartment for time being. We still have our youngest in HS so not sure if I (we) will be going until at least this summer if not for 2 years. I don’t want to go until youngest is out of HS but time will tell. What would be...
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    Time to Beat Army, we already sank Navy.

    How many of you are planning on going to the game this weekend? My wife and I are going and my son was selected from his squadron to attend. Not sure if we will get to see him much but gonna be a fun time anyway. Time for the CIC trophy to come home to USAFA, Go Air Force !!!
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    Anyone going to the USAFA vs navy game ?

    Wife and I are headed out to the game since we missed our last parents weekend and wondering if others are making the trip. Also, looking for 2 cheap or (free lol) tickets if you know of any. Thanks
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    Anyone going to the USAFA vs navy game?

    Wife and I are headed out to the game since we missed our last parents weekend and wondering if others are making the trip. Also, looking for 2 cheap or (free lol) tickets.
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    Today is Aday !!

    Class of 2026 was just accepted into the cadet wing. Best of luck to all in the academic year. To my DS, a firstie this year, I hope all goes well for you for a safe and steady senior year.
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    4 USAFA seniors may not graduate because of COVID shot mandate

    https://www.foxnews.com/us/air-force-cadets-may-not-graduate-refusing-covid-vaccine I still think it’s a load of crap this so called vaccine is mandated. True vaccines kept you from getting a disease, this is not that.
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    Headed to Honolulu, Hawaii

    Wife and I are going on vacation. Staying in Waikiki (any hotel suggestions) for a few days until we head to Lanai for the rest of our trip. Anyway, tips for going to see Pearl Harbor(we already got tickets) hike Diamond Head, hotel to stay. Anything worth doing or seeing the other day we are...
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    C/O 2026 must be vaccinated before Iday

    General Moga held an All Call through the AOG on Friday and one thing he made very clear was if he has his way class of 2026 was going to come in already vaccinated and boosted or they would be turned away at the door. Just thought I’d pass along if you have received an appointment don’t wait to...
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    Why doesn’t USAFA break down C1C’s Job drops ?

    So Army and Navy put their job drop breakdowns out there almost immediately and USAFA takes forever and sometimes never exact to the whole class breakdown anyway. Just curious. They know the numbers during the drops so why can’t they post them the next day?
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    USAFA Job Drops Tomorrow

    I’m hearing the C1C’s will learn their jobs tomorrow. I pray all goes well and they each receive their first choice.
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    This is Parents Weekend

    My flight leaves at 7:20 in the morning. I’m so excited I can’t stand it. Haven’t seen my son since he drove back first of June to prepare for his roll of Cadre for BCT. Looking forward to seeing everyone have a great time. Stay safe and bring home the win Saturday. Also, the flyover for game is...
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    USAFA squadrons

    So my DS is a C2C now getting ready to commit. He said the squadron he was in for his first 2 years is his baby squadron. My question is what do they call the squadron they are in for their last two years that they will graduate from?
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    Jobs dropping at USAFA today !!

    Here’s to hoping that everyone gets what they want for their future.
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    How many still wear their SA ring?

    Was wondering how many of you still wear your ring today and how many years since graduation? If you can post a picture of your ring that is a huge bonus I love seeing the different styles and stones and love the different SA crests. Post away.....
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    USAFA Class of 2023

    USAFA class of 2023 was finally Recognized yesterday after the longest recognition in USAFA history. Their recognition was cut in short last March when covid cut their experience short right in the middle of training. Well, yesterday they finally made that moment happen and received their Prop...
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