I'm watching you buddy....don't forget your first shout in July!
As it is, once again, the request from the US that the RAAF provide ATC services I think it shows the RAAF ATC has earnt the respect it deserves, especially after Somalia......if I may say so myself! The guys and gals on the job in Baghdad will offer first class service, even to a broken down Tornado.
Somalia was the first deployment into an operational theatre for the RAAF ATC post Vietnam era. Then came Timor, now Iraq....where next??? Its Ok, I have Eastern Arabia sorted, no room at the pool bar for anyone else.
Now EDD if you don't mind I have to get back to my rum and "diet coke" and try and find some constructive posts.