C-130J Off To War, Opens New Air Force Chapter Regular duty to put new cargo plane to test By Amy Schlesing, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Capt. Ben Robins raised...
There are so many inaccuracies with that story it is comical. And I'm a J guy. You would think someone would edit this stuff before it made national news....
As an ex C 130 B model Loadmaster,(!964-1965-1966) I would love to hear more about the J Model. Please elaborate on your statement. Walt ... it ... ablaze ... ...
He's right, the story is more than just comical, it's a disaster and it highlights just how irresponsible the media can be! I'm an H guy, and flew a mission...
... months is pretty amazing. To go from nothing to a deployment with only a handful of experienced people is truly remarkable. What I was refering to is the...
In a message dated 2/8/2008 10:23:04 P.M. Central Standard Time, wabaade1@... writes: As an ex C 130 B model Loadmaster,(As an As an I would love to hear...
My husband is an E5 in the Airforce and he is considering crosstraining.So I have been curious as to how families cope with the change and time away from one...
Some are better dealing with it than others. My wife is fine for about 30 days then it really starts to get to her. I've always felt that this is the best job...
If the school is long enough the member can move his family with him for the duration of the school. As for coping with separation, you just have to bite the...
Thank you Greg for responding. I know it is going to be a rough transition but it is what he really wants to do so I want to be as supportive as I can be. At...
Loadmaster is better for single but can be done with an understanding Family. SGT Mark A Ruggiero 86 MAS Travis AFB c-141 Load 1984-87 ... From: Walt Baade To:...
What weapon system is he looking to fly? C-130, C-5, 17's? Does he know about all of the schools he will need to complete? I can understand how he feels about...
Think of it as a chance to live a better lifestyle. The flight pay is almost as good as being promoted. He will be receiving per diem when flying and is not a...
This is a great discussion for Valentines Day! I've been a load for over 30 years (21 of those on active duty) and everyone has had some good advice. Let me...
... the ... I was on the C-141 for 20 yrs. and yes the seperatin can be rough but my wife of 40 yrs also said it was good sometimes to have space of her own....
He wants to fly on the C-17s. Yes he does know about all of the schooling he will need to complete. He said it should take around three months to complete. Is...
First of all the schools are much longer than that... EUAC- 3 weeks Basic Load School- ~ 3 months Water Survival- 1 week Basic Survival and POW Resistance...
I should not of posted the comment about family being able to accompany the member to school. I was thinking of those long tech courses of 40 or 50 weeks where...
Actual promotions Are very good in the Loadmaster field. I don't think so. LET ME SEE, I always seen that i NEEDED 150 points from a 100 point test to get...
Note: forwarded message attached. RE "Dick" Russell Assistant Professor in Aviation Sciences Southeastern Oklahoma State University Tailwheel Driver in...
Note: forwarded message attached. RE "Dick" Russell Assistant Professor in Aviation Sciences Southeastern Oklahoma State University Tailwheel Driver in...
... From: former load at Travis wiht 349th Wing - I ended up with 10% for high blood pressure and 10% for tininitus from the VA. Did not file until 12 years...
web site for information Subject: COMBAT RELATED SPECIAL COMPENSATION http://www.military.com/features/0,15240,161534,00.html?wh=benefits&ESRC for those...
Military ReportFYI RE "Dick" Russell, retired load of 15 years Subject: Military Report: 2009 Military Pay Raise Proposal, Troops to Receive Retro Pay and More...
I've also seen the reverse...say it's a 10 day trip when it's only 7. Maria ... From: John & Kathy To: Loadmaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, February 14,...
You are right about having to be independent. But interesting enough, there has to be a balance as well depending on personalities. For example, my friend a...
Well, is there anything stopping you from becoming a load? M ... From: Amy Persyn To: Loadmaster@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 12:45 PM ...
Sorry to hear that you didn't get to see much. My experience is totally different. I got to know Cairo inside out though I just found out I missed one tourist...
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