How does the military choose which pilot goes to the war?

[chum2]

How exacty does the military choose which pilots go to war and which ones don't.

If you got wings, you're on the hook.

 

[K-Mart]

Maybe if you factor in the non-mission ready Wg/CC and the myriad of execs.

I wouldn't want that job for the life of me. A WG/CC for the most parts has done his duty and more. Talk about pulling your hair out. I wouldn't want to do it. Give them that at least. They have a very hard job. Long hours beyond long.

10 folks who were deployed 0 days lower the average for the guys deployed over 200.

Don't keep score just worry about doing a good job in your current position. That is what matters most. Have fun and always remember you are blessed for where you are at!

I was deployed over 220 days in 2003, 2004, and was half way there in 2005 before my separation. Check with any tanker pilot and they'll tell you similar stats.

Again don't keep score!

The last week of March 2003 saw numerous reports of KC-135s being fired upon. It was a miracle none were lost. I saw AAA, I saw manpads, and I took evasive action to avoid it. You pointy nose jet guys can roll your eyes all you want, but it was a significant life event for me to take a tanker into 75 degrees of bank while making a 180 degree turn because there were airburst so close in front of us that we could feel the percussion. Also, keep in mind I had as much tactical maneuvering training as the average RJ pilot at American Eagle--which is to say none.

You should be proud!

The guys logging combat time today over Iraq should not be bragging about it because that's a joke.

Couldn't agree more!

An on a final note. I was extremely disappointed by O-5 and above leadership during the last few years.

Can't blame you especially when it comes to those trying to get ahead. What it boils down to though is the AF Active Duty is a culture wrapped around a promotion up or out mentality. It is a career and if you want to stay then playing the game is a must. If you don't play the game and expect to be rewarded ( As if you are staying in to be an 0-5), you will be disapointed and disgruntled. You can be the ace of the base but if leaders above feel you aren't in it for the long run then likely you will be rated average. That is the way it is and always will be. Who cares though, being a good guy (or gal) and a good pilot are what is important,nt what the SQ/CC says on your OPR or whether or not you won CG or IP of the year. It's politics that earn those rewards. And kudos to those that achieve them. It is not easy. I wouldn't take anything too seriously about your AF career! It's a little like the Boy Scouts. You do it, learn a lot, make some friends but going into high school you have other priorities. Like sports, girls and beer. To those that stay and get there eagle badge (0-5) congrats!!!!!

 

[Fletch F Fletch]

Try not to strain your shoulders patting yourselves on the back. The dude who asked the question is working on his privates. Jeesh.

 

[SIG600]

In the Army, they stick a mirror under your nose. If it fogs up, off you go.

Is there a time limit to how long you can hold your breath?