Author Archives: Bobo

Cruising at FL 430

Posted on 11/01/2014 by Bobo

In the early ’80’s we were having a rash of J-85 flameouts, engine failures, at altitudes above FL 390.  The J-85 is the engine in the T-38A.  So Command issued a directive stating that flights would not be conducted above … Continue reading →

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MSP – 5

Posted on 11/01/2014 by Bobo

5. They Don’t Worry About Pleasing Everyone “Mentally strong people recognize that they don’t need to please everyone all the time. They’re not afraid to say no or speak up when necessary.  They strive to be kind and fair, but … Continue reading →

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1.9 from Dyess to Randolph?

Posted on 09/01/2014 by Bobo

After I relinquished command of my squadron, just before retiring in 1988, the DO (Director of Operations) told me, “Well, since all you seem to enjoy is flying, that’s what we decided to let you do for your remaining time … Continue reading →

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MSP – 4

Posted on 08/01/2014 by Bobo

4. They Don’t Waste Energy on Things They Can’t Control “You won’t hear a mentally strong person complaining over lost luggage or traffic jams. Instead, they focus on what they can control in their lives.  They recognize that sometimes, the … Continue reading →

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Time to Clean House…

Posted on 08/01/2014 by Bobo

Congress has only been in session 1 day this year (2014), and the bickering is as loud as ever.  I for one, am very tired of it all.  All the partisan bickering, and nothing of substance ever gets done.  Beginning … Continue reading →

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Presidential?

Posted on 08/01/2014 by Bobo

This is a series of pictures taken of Dear Leader at Nelson Mandela’s state funeral.  It sure doesn’t look very “Presidential” to me… This guy is truly a ‘sham.’  I hope I am still alive when it all comes down…

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Robbie Risner

Posted on 05/01/2014 by Bobo

This just showed up on the River Rat’s Newsletter this week… Great read! “Boy, the latest issue of MIG Sweep had two RSVP shockers in it. Robby Risner and Burt Spalding. God I hate to think that they are gone. … Continue reading →

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One Pilot’s Story…

Posted on 05/01/2014 by Bobo

One Pilot’s Story… The Pilot left home about 8:30 a.m. to do some work in his hanger at the airport with his friends.  On the way out the door he answered his wife’s “What time will you be home?” question with, “Probably … Continue reading →

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MSP – 3

Posted on 03/01/2014 by Bobo

3. They Don’t Shy Away from Change “Mentally strong people don’t try to avoid change. Instead, they welcome positive change and are willing to be flexible. They understand that change is inevitable and believe in their abilities to adapt.” I … Continue reading →

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MSP – 2

Posted on 01/01/2014 by Bobo

2.  They Don’t Give Away Their Power “They don’t allow others to control them, and they don’t give someone else power over them.  They don’t say things like, “My boss makes me feel bad,” because they understand that they are … Continue reading →

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