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Forum: Military Aviation
9th Jan 2019, 00:12
Replies: 54
Views: 19,181
Posted By Twon

The parade took place after the submission...

The parade took place after the submission deadlines for that particular round of honours. It's possible that she will be recognised in the next round.
Forum: Military Aviation
27th Sep 2014, 01:38
Replies: 230
Views: 52,772
Posted By Twon

Unfortunately, I also find myself agreeing with...

Unfortunately, I also find myself agreeing with Galloway. We may not like him or his previous views and actions but that doesn't automatically make him wrong on every issue. I agree with the...
Forum: Military Aviation
18th Sep 2014, 19:59
Replies: 411
Views: 75,388
Posted By Twon

I concur with the comment re Gordon Brown coming...

I concur with the comment re Gordon Brown coming out of this with honour. I've never had any time for the man before but I was moved by his passion and eloquence. If Scotland does vote yes (not that...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Aug 2014, 20:52
Replies: 411
Views: 75,388
Posted By Twon

I was also thinking A400, typhoon etc that a...

I was also thinking A400, typhoon etc that a European partners might not be keen on us (rUK) just giving the kit away. The risk of the tech making its way somewhere it shouldn't be - perceived or...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Aug 2014, 20:28
Replies: 411
Views: 75,388
Posted By Twon

At the risk of heading back towards the thread,...

At the risk of heading back towards the thread, has the issue of tech transfer to a foreign power been mentioned? Some of our current and future kit (does the SNP want any F35s?) might not be so...
Forum: Military Aviation
24th Jun 2014, 22:47
Replies: 261
Views: 114,667
Posted By Twon

For some reason, I only feel sorry and...

For some reason, I only feel sorry and embarrassed for them. Not sure why they do it though?
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Jan 2014, 23:59
Replies: 714
Views: 162,685
Posted By Twon

Hangarshuffle, This is not a trial and there...

Hangarshuffle,

This is not a trial and there are no reporting restrictions in force. This is very different from criminal proceedings and blame is not apportioned. We should be free to discuss it...
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Jan 2014, 21:23
Replies: 714
Views: 162,685
Posted By Twon

Given that an inquest is public and that anyone...

Given that an inquest is public and that anyone can attend it, I think the point about not discussing things on here is, well, pointless. However, I would ask that people use common sense, respect...
Forum: Military Aviation
13th Nov 2013, 02:40
Replies: 101
Views: 41,931
Posted By Twon

Reynoldsno1

It is certainly a custom that I try to keep alive, often much to the surprise of some who no longer practice this. However, I have seen a resurgence of awareness amongst new JOs and long may this...
Forum: Military Aviation
29th Sep 2013, 20:05
Replies: 10
Views: 2,187
Posted By Twon

ShotOne, I think you are right but I would...

ShotOne,

I think you are right but I would caveat that with the the opinion that he is merely of his time and might not be the best man in a year or two. He was needed to bring the budget under...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Jun 2013, 21:56
Replies: 76
Views: 12,685
Posted By Twon

There seem to be comments and the case itself...

There seem to be comments and the case itself sugesting that AMP and COS Pers should probably have - shock, horror - personnel experience (HR, Personnel branch background?). We seem to do this with...
Forum: Military Aviation
27th Apr 2013, 22:02
Replies: 14
Views: 4,479
Posted By Twon

I'm due to return home to my wife and daughter in...

I'm due to return home to my wife and daughter in days and even I'm struggling to imagine all the emotions the family must be dealing with. It's always hardest on the children; my daughter asked my...
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Apr 2013, 23:31
Replies: 74
Views: 11,670
Posted By Twon

Leon - SNCO pilots

Sorry, internet has been down, hence slow reply. RE SNCO pilot savings, even given the similar pay amounts, there are 14 levels from base Fg Off to top Flt Lt but 23 levels from base Sgt to top WO. ...
Forum: Military Aviation
9th Apr 2013, 22:55
Replies: 74
Views: 11,670
Posted By Twon

SNCO pilots has some merit as an idea........(Mk7...

SNCO pilots has some merit as an idea........(Mk7 on!)
Forum: Military Aviation
10th Mar 2013, 22:46
Replies: 81
Views: 20,461
Posted By Twon

I'd thought about the month's notice of charges...

I'd thought about the month's notice of charges changes before. However, it depends on how the MOD defines it. Does the change need to be notified a month before 1 Apr when you start "owing" it, or...
Forum: Military Aviation
7th Feb 2013, 22:42
Replies: 124
Views: 29,972
Posted By Twon

Genstabler, Wrong thread, wrong statement,...

Genstabler,

Wrong thread, wrong statement, wrong audience. Incredibly tenuous to say the least!
Forum: Military Aviation
17th Nov 2012, 22:58
Replies: 79
Views: 26,934
Posted By Twon

Vin, The problem being is that past...

Vin,

The problem being is that past experience shows that the benefits (SFA) will be removed long before the changes (stability, tour length etc) materialise, if they ever make an appearance. You...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Sep 2012, 19:30
Replies: 78
Views: 18,486
Posted By Twon

SOSL, Spec Aircrew clearly only works for,...

SOSL,

Spec Aircrew clearly only works for, erm, aircrew! What about all the other branches where MS officers could now find themselves on level 9 for a considerable number of years. Hold that...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Sep 2012, 19:26
Replies: 79
Views: 31,564
Posted By Twon

Ian16th, I'm sure there will be some complex...

Ian16th,

I'm sure there will be some complex legislation that the Home Office can quote stating Prof T is in the wrong. However, it stinks, particularly in the light of other decisions on...
Forum: Military Aviation
2nd Aug 2012, 20:38
Replies: 103
Views: 77,536
Posted By Twon

GB is overated. Having seen him first hand (not...

GB is overated. Having seen him first hand (not as a defendant/accused!) he's great at mitigation but not so good at getting them off the charges. He bored the JA rotten, who, after 5 mins of GB...
Forum: Military Aviation
28th Jun 2012, 20:48
Replies: 288
Views: 143,881
Posted By Twon

Biggest KAF if you count allies, Kinloss if not. ...

Biggest KAF if you count allies, Kinloss if not.

Best Gibraltar. Great food, Spain & Portugal on doorstep, sunshine, beer, wine etc etc...... Top people and, despite recent press, always busy.
...
Forum: Military Aviation
11th Jun 2012, 20:13
Replies: 61
Views: 17,834
Posted By Twon

I recall changing the ASR kit from one Nimrod to...

I recall changing the ASR kit from one Nimrod to another at O'dark hundred in 2000 as the SAR jet had gone U/S. Subsequent loaded jet was then used to drop survival gear in the atlantic to a boat in...
Forum: Military Aviation
21st May 2012, 20:45
Replies: 42
Views: 10,876
Posted By Twon

F35 at Wittering? It has a ski ramp!

F35 at Wittering? It has a ski ramp!
Forum: Military Aviation
14th May 2012, 21:04
Replies: 35
Views: 6,039
Posted By Twon

5F6B, My cynic meter has just blown up! I...

5F6B,

My cynic meter has just blown up! I have to say, though, that I agree with you; the news sounds great in a budget meeting but doesn't translate well to most of us worried about the very...
Forum: Military Aviation
6th May 2012, 08:22
Replies: 20
Views: 8,074
Posted By Twon

"Breaking silence after almost a decade" makes it...

"Breaking silence after almost a decade" makes it sound like he has gone through some kid of torturous moral dilemma within himself before deciding that he could not live with staying silent any...
Forum: Military Aviation
30th Nov 2011, 20:35
Replies: 85
Views: 55,679
Posted By Twon

AA, Without wishing to speculate too much...

AA,

Without wishing to speculate too much also, you mention that the process is automated but this process does rely on all the pins being removed, chutes being packed correctly and a host of...
Forum: Military Aviation
27th Feb 2011, 21:23
Replies: 32
Views: 12,092
Posted By Twon

Just finished 3 consecutive overseas tours and...

Just finished 3 consecutive overseas tours and witnessed the erosion of "benefits" over 4+ years. I should point out that I am already £1500 out of pocket after DA for my last move back to the UK;...
Forum: Military Aviation
5th Dec 2010, 15:18
Replies: 284
Views: 66,560
Posted By Twon

MB - Well said; I agree completely that we...

MB - Well said; I agree completely that we shouldn't be trying to make money from allowances but they should at least cover the expenditure we have when performing duties for HMG.

Some on here...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Dec 2010, 23:26
Replies: 284
Views: 66,560
Posted By Twon

MechGov, you could be right. It mentions in...

MechGov, you could be right. It mentions in there that we don't need receipts; I thought that only applied to IE at £5 or under. I've certainly had to provide receipts for all my audited claims and...
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Dec 2010, 22:30
Replies: 41
Views: 10,451
Posted By Twon

Mechta

Not to be too pedantic but I think you'll find it was the Junta's actions and Mrs T's reactions, rather than the other way around!
Forum: Military Aviation
4th Dec 2010, 22:25
Replies: 284
Views: 66,560
Posted By Twon

25%+ cut in allowances!

Not much detail on exactly what the cuts will involve but you can bet they're not morale positive!

Allowances for armed forces to be slashed - Telegraph...
Forum: Military Aviation
22nd Nov 2010, 23:41
Replies: 82
Views: 13,050
Posted By Twon

Besides, if we killed all the crew and sunk the...

Besides, if we killed all the crew and sunk the vessels, who would ever know? (Apart from the pirate strongholds in Somalia of course (when their ships keep going missing) and they can hardly bleat...
Forum: Military Aviation
19th Oct 2010, 20:38
Replies: 2,041
Views: 562,278
Posted By Twon

Wittering Closing?

Rum Punch,

You allude to Wittering closing but I can only see info on loss of Harrier fleet. Is this true, as the A4 hub will still remain, no?

Twon

P.S. Are we going to buy the P8 -...
Forum: Military Aviation
28th Sep 2010, 19:54
Replies: 445
Views: 103,496
Posted By Twon

And without wishing to start yet another bun...

And without wishing to start yet another bun fight, when did the Army become "the lead Service"? What does that mean for CDS and the central staff? I thought we all brought something to the party...
Forum: Military Aviation
26th Sep 2010, 20:32
Replies: 54
Views: 8,719
Posted By Twon

It's hard to argue against the SF need,...

It's hard to argue against the SF need, particularly if they are using the capability on current ops, but the Para Regt joining in is a bit unnecessary; if we are scaling back our expectations across...
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