Monthly Archives: August 2014

Contemplation

Posted on 13/08/2014 by Bobo

There was always that moment of “contemplation” before a mission.  Always.  Briefings had been completed.  Personal equipment checked.  The pre-departure visit to the Men’s room.  Occasionally, nervous banter in the step-van on the way to the jet; or sometimes we … Continue reading →

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On Robin Williams…

Posted on 12/08/2014 by Bobo

Last night we received word of Robin Williams (apparent) suicide.  Tragic. As you might imagine the News is all over this story this morning.  Tributes; for sure. Speculation; all over the place.  Reviews of his work; almost non-stop. One of … Continue reading →

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“Bounce and Tilt”

Posted on 09/08/2014 by Bobo

A friend of mine, call sign ‘Rat,’ once flew with a Tweet guy (T-37 IP) on a staff assistance visit somewhere or another.  They were in formation with another T-38.  At one point while in ‘fingertip’ formation (on the wing) … Continue reading →

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