MalteseX
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tomgoodman said:I preferred the old single-track system. If you couldn't pass the T-38 four-ship formation check, you washed out of UPT. The AF wanted the ability to subsequently transfer any pilot to fighters or FACs because of the Vietnam War. Lots of tanker drivers were shifted to F-105s, for example. Can't prove that the T-38 experience made better multiengine pilots, but I think so. Due to many "saves", tanker pilots were honored guests in any fighter pilot bar, along with the chopper guys.
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Can't prove the T-38 experience made better heavy pilots either---but empirical evidence (from my own experience) --- it was extremely beneficial. It was a direct benefit for me.