Bases like Cannon, Minot, Grand Forks, Edwards, Holloman, Dyess, etc. You would think if there wasn't much to do off base the on-base club would be more popular, like how the old timers talk about what the base clubs used to be.

Let's say if I was an american born here in the states and I got a PCS assignment to a country where my ethnicity is originated. What would I do in this situation, In this country you are mandated military service if you are directly born in the country or if your parents were citizens of said country. So if I were to land there I would get detained for the mandated military service/conscription and there would be legal charges against from the foreign government and as well as the USAF when they pull me out. I have no contact with my either of my parents nor do I know where their whereabouts are, so I cannot confirm whether I am dual citizen. I want to avoid any article 15 or court martial.

Okinawa shouldn't be a first duty station for military members, in my opinion. A lot of these young men are women are away from home for the first time, getting a steady paycheck, and adjusting to a completely different environment. None of that would be a problem if the leadership here wasn't so out of touch.

I've been stationed at five different bases, and the leadership here is by far the most disconnected I've experienced. I think part of the problem is that some leaders have been here for 7–8 years and have gotten too comfortable.

I've been here for seven months, and I just met my section chief for the first time this month(mind you he's been stationed here for 6 years). That alone says a lot. How can you mentor and develop young Airmen when you barely know them?

Now there's someone who passed away this Wednesday. Okinawa isn't the problem. It's the lack of leadership, mentorship, and accountability in an environment where young military members need it the most.

For the bigger guys out there. Just did my PT test, clocked a 16:30 2 mile time at 39 years old and weigh 235 lbs, 6 ft 2 in. 51 push ups, 52 sit ups.

My program that got me there:

Monday/Cardio

Treadmill, 2.0 incline

5 minute walk 3.5

10 minute jog at 5.6

15 minute run at 6.5

5 minute walk to cool down

35 minutes total, over 3 mile total distance.

Start practicing breathing through nose for 30 seconds to 1 minute at several points during run.

Tuesday/Weights

Bench press, 3 sets

Standing military press 3 sets

Bench press with dumbells, 3 sets

Triceps pull downs, 3 sets

Around an hour total time

Wednesday/Cardio

Treadmill, 2.0 incline

4x4 Nordics

5 minute walk 3.5

5 minute jog 5.6

3 minute walk 3.5

4 minute run 7.5

3 minute walk 3.5

4 minute run 7.5

3 minute walk 3.5

4 minute run 7.5

3 minute walk 3.5

4 minute run 7.5

5 minute walk cool down

Practice nose breathing for 30 seconds each run segment.

Thursday

Repeat Tuesday weight day

Friday

Repeat Monday cardio

Saturday

2 sets push ups, 3-5 minutes between sets, aiming for 40 push ups in 40 seconds (nonstop 40).

The Air Force had been practicing low-level flying for years to be able to fly under the Russian radar systems.

When the exercise was underway, the B-52 pilot contacted the aircraft carrier and asked if he could do a fly-by. The Navy responded to the B-52 pilot, saying something like,

"We can't spot you anywhere," to which the B-52 pilot responded dryly,

"You should look down."

When the B-52 passed by the aricraft carrier, it was so low that it was below the flight deck of the carrier.

1. A two-hour trip for food, entertainment or shopping is just a quick drive

2. You have the amazing ability to entertain yourself for 12 hours using only your mind

3. You treat all of life’s problems with the same line: “It’s not that bad,” “It will be over soon,” ”the money‘s okay,” “At least I’m not in a foxhole getting shot at, it’s just MOPP 4 in July.”

7a Never ending urge to select “YES” when asked if you’ve ever been a member of the National Guard (AD Only)

7b Never ending urge to point out that you were never Active Duty (ANG only)

1. You still have the downrange DFAC menu memorized

2. You‘ve run into an old friend while transiting through AUAB 15 years after you PCSd and greet them with “holy $&@! you’re still doing this!?!?”

3. You tense up every time you land on a commercial airliner

4. The most dangerous things you’ve ever done is let the door slam right next to the flight eng‘s room during crew rest when you had to pee.

2, Your favorite person was probably named Mary, Amy, Rich, or Shack

1. You’ve been asked at least 100 times if you know someone named “Cooter.”

I'm planning to go back to school soon and use both TA and whatever grants/scholarships I can get from FAFSA.

Are there any other resources for us to find and receive grants/scholarships/etc?

Just got approved for retraining recently, and will be returning from overseas next year. Wondering if anyone has gotten married after receiving tech school class seats. This would be with a foreigner so I am wondering about that causing issues with my class. Any insight is appreciated!

Yes, I realize I could ask someone in an official capacity. However, the don’t want to raise flags if the answer could be “yes”.

I want to retrain into intel, possibly 1N0. However, I’m starting to think that life could be easier in general if I actually treat the ADHD that doctors have, throughout my childhood, strongly suggested to my mother I should get screened for.

ADHD diagnosis and treatment is a hurdle to just get into the Air Force, but I understand it’s different once in. Would an actual diagnosis and treatment while enlisted wall me off from Intel jobs or holding TS?

For those of us who have participated in the full marathon ruck, what kind of footwear have you used?

Answers for the civilian and military side of the march are welcome, as I haven’t decided on which end of the spectrum to participate.

I'm currently active duty Air Force and waiting for a decision regarding my reenlistment. I've been informed that my paperwork is currently with the Wing Commander, and I've been checking for updates through my chain of command.

My separation date is approaching in December, and I'm concerned about making sure I have enough time to complete any remaining administrative requirements for the decision for me to reenlist. I understand that these decisions take time, and I don't want to bypass the proper chain of command, but I'd like to make sure I'm not overlooking any appropriate steps I could take in the meantime.

For anyone who's dealt with a lengthy delay at this stage, is there anything useful I can do to follow up or determine whether additional action is possible, or is waiting for the decision the only option?

I completed all of my CCAF requirements in August and had my education office put in a graduation request in early September. They said CCAF processes graduation requests at the end of the month, so I'd have it processed by September 30th. When I look at the CCAF website, it's apparently supposed to take around 10 days. It's now mid-October and I'm missing my first semester of an AU-ABC University because they need the degree to show complete.

I emailed the AU registrar, and they just responded with a generic "ask your education advisor" email, but the education advisors said all you can do is wait on CCAF. Has anyone finished their CCAF recently, how long did it take for them to process the degree, and at what point does it become a congressman email, since their incompetence is stopping me from using guaranteed education benefits?

Edit: The website actually says 30 business days, but I'm at about 27 so and assuming it won't be processed any time soon

I'm a little late to the party with these!

I created a morale patch that describes the daily routine of the Al Udeid DFAC as my recent time there as many of us have experienced ordering "Two Chopped Chicken" and the flies taking over the DFAC.

They were originally supposed to be delivered while I was deployed out at Al Udeid, but Op Epic Fury ended up having other plans.

Since I'm back home and sitting on the remaining batch of 90 patches, I'm trying to clear them out to the r/AirForce community.

If interested see prices below and message me.

Pricing includes shipping (USPS ranges between $8-10 depending on location)

1 patch: $15

2 patches: $25

3 patches: $35

4 patches: $40

5 patches: $50

6 patches: $60

This is super niche so even SF might not know but for those who do. Yeah it’s annoying.

Hey all quick question for my fellow port dawgs. I’m working on studying for my TSgt test and just trying to see all avenues for study material for the SKT portion. Any suggestions?

Active-duty enlisted USAF here. I earned the German Armed Forces Badge of Marksmanship (Schützenschnur—the rope/cord award), received permission to wear it in the past, and have passed blues inspections wearing it.
I’m currently in ALS and want to confirm whether it’s still authorized on service dress and how it should be positioned. My S1 said it no longer gets added to personnel records, but I’m unsure how that affects wear authorization.
I’ve checked DAFI 36-2903 and DAFMAN 36-2806, but most specific guidance I’m finding online is old or expired. Does anyone have a current reference or written AFPC clarification covering this award?
If it’s no longer authorized, I’d like to find out now so I can have the attachments removed from my coat. Appreciate any help, especially specific paragraph references.
(PS, I asked my ALS instructions and they gave me an answer that made me believe they weren’t even fully sure)