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Old 12th Feb 2009, 14:37
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Q For 39 Sqn or anybody at Creech AB

Hi,

If you are either on or have recently been on 39 Sqn or working with the UAV component at Creech I'd appreciate being able to PM you a few questions. There have been some interesting developments in the OSB!

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Might know a man who can. Check PM
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I dunno if there is any truth in the matter but the word on the street is that the role of Reaper Pilot has been opened up to the OSB - any ideas?? Does that mean that there will be a mass exodous from places like Boulmer and Waddington as the "3rd man in the cockpit" fraternity try to get closer to being stick monkeys??
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A conversation I had yesterday with the station education chappy (in charge of distributing such career building gen) seemed to indicate they've opened the doors to everyone. Not seen the particular email in person though.
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Seen the letter. Some Navs first but will open to ground branch officers. They will do approx 20 to 30 hrs tutor then 85 hrs Tucano simulator. Decision on flying pay and brevet not made. Officers only, no slots for NCA!
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I also understand it's just a trial - just like the FC in the back of F3 in the 90s (he unfortunately didn't make it either).

I guess we'll wait for the results over the next few months before the bigger decision is made. The USAF are already doing it and some are NCOs see Are enlisted airmen next to pilot UAVs? - Air Force News, news from Iraq - Air Force Times

Changing times...

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You are joking right?,,,.....words fail me!
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No, no he's not.

They did quite often get an F-3 flying during the 90's. Used to sometimes see a pair.
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Can I have a go too? I'm a whizz on MSFS!!!!! AND I'm ex 39 too, that should bump me up the queue a bit.

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Gen is out and about if you have a search!!

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Old 14th Feb 2009, 07:43
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Anybody know where I could find this info? With only 2 computers available on the Sqn because of the ongoing virus, it is difficult to find a terminal to do the very basic of admin!
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Too late - the window closed on 6 Feb.
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Hmmmmmmm. Strange. Think I'll do some digging anyway..............
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Apparently they are down to the final shortlist now, with the ones with not enough experience told thanks but no thanks!!
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Any idea if the droves of FCs were successful in being shortlisted?
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Only 2 to my knowledge.
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If any one wants any info you can PM me. I am drinking beer in my pool as we speak.
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Doesn't your laptop get wet?
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An anouncement has been made then... Gamers to fly drones over Afghanistan
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