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Thank you sir

Mr. Stratman you really know your stuff when it comes to THE RIGHT STUFF and USAF history... I see the comments were turned-off on your EDWARDS AIR BASE Ultimate Guide, and as always your presentations are first-rate... But, I was surprised that you didn't mention as part of the base's iconic history people like Pancho Barnes and John Ford... being a dry lake bed and the flatest place on earth, Ford shot the indian chase for STAGECOACH there, and Pancho Barnes has a very big connection to USAF history, and sadly the way they got her off her land... The base that saw the biggest loss of test pilots anywhere in the world, all those who paid the ultimate price for technological advancement. Today the military is more about pleasing the big contractors than the other way around, if only a fraction of the trillions wasted was spent on our country's infrastructure, but at least America's freeway system, velco, internet and smartphones were paid out of it. It's strongly suspected that Edwards is the real Area 51 when it comes to the dark secrets and super-advanced weaponary, obviously you're not going to talk about that, but being as we're both of the Baby Boomer generation, the age-group that enjoyed the very best life had to offer and America was... well, enough of me, but I bet deep down you know exactly what I mean! I'd say "thank you for your service" a patronizing worn out cliche that politicians like to use in phony patriotic speeches and never when they vote to cut veterans benefits... so instead I'll sincerely thank and congratulate you on being both a credit to the USAF and a fine writer to boot!

I went through Moody 7104 and we didn't break our wings in half. Must be something new. When do trainees get put in heavies or fighters? Is it class standing?

UPT was the toughest, emotionally and physically draining year in my life. It pushes you to your limits. There were days I wasn’t sure I’d make it, other days when I was fed up with it and wanted to quit. It’s not meant to be easy, but to complete the training and earn your wings makes it all worthwhile. It’s a challenging adventure, but I’ll never forget it.

Did retire as both commercial and military pilot

I love the information. My son is a cadet 4th class at the Academy and has aspirations for pilot training. It is interesting to see what he would be up against after graduation. (Dietitian is not spelled with a “C” but it is a common mistake)

Thanks Deborah. The chair looks even worse since I took that picture but I'm not getting rid of it.

love the chair!! awesome. thanks for the tips, much appreciated.