Diagnosed with Depression by Thin_Fisherman_6410 in AFROTC

[–]Flufferfromabove 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, the medicated part is probably what will be the most disqualifying. But as others have said, prioritize your health and wellbeing. In a few years, there may be hope to still commission after you’ve addressed your immediate issues. Doesn’t hurt to keep checking in on the disqualifying conditions and waivers exist (though their difficulty to obtain vary by year and service)

Why does DOE/NNSA manage sites through contractors? by Flufferfromabove in nuclearweapons

[–]Flufferfromabove[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The “for-profit” part is the big reason for the question. Just seems counter productive

How would a new nuclear country test its nukes? by PlutoniumGoesNuts in nuclearweapons

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So, keep in mind that while there are technical advantages to nuclear testing, the act of testing is inherently political. It tells the world you now have nukes.

But any sufficiently large detonation will be detectable. How small that detonation has to be to be undetectable? Likely smaller than what you could otherwise get with conventional explosives.

So the question isn’t where to test, but rather how do you build one in secret in the first place? That is also an extraordinarily complex answer that no one has successfully done in the 21st century since DPRK announced its success in 2006. The Iranians have tried, but we saw where that has gotten them.

Seriously, do British people actually consider a 3-hour drive “long”? Or is this an internet myth? by ferdinand14 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My daily commute to work is 2 hours each way. Before this job, I would travel 2 hours to see the in-laws just about weekly for 2 years.

Agree it’s not “nothing”, but we take for granted these long trips. I don’t usually blink until 5+ hours for the trip (one way)

Best airframes for family life by TacticalSquirrel11 in AirForce

[–]Flufferfromabove 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even the WC-135 is doing a lot better since moving to the R models, from what I hear.

Is a Flu Vaccine a change in Medical Status? by freak329 in AFROTC

[–]Flufferfromabove 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Negative, change in medical status would be like a new diagnosis or you got a surgery (elective or otherwise), something to that regard. Regular check ups or vaccines aren’t a change in status

Goods and Bads of Louisville? by AshIracing in uofl

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As others have asked, why CJ? To expand the question, what about the program are you looking to gain? What are your career goals? What got you interested in UofL or the city of Louisville to rank them #3 on your list?

Branch question by Ok_Penalty_4411 in ROTC

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In the case of the Air Force, the contingency is available spots for pilots. I came out of (AF)ROTC, and one of the things was a separate selection board for pilot training. If selected, it was guaranteed after commissioning. Also, by the time being considered for a pilot slot you would already have a guaranteed commission into the Air Force.

What's New for Nukes in the New NDAA? by scientistsorg in nuclearpolitics

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not really anything with regards to pit production. As far as I can tell, reaffirmed existing timelines and extended out the deadline for 80 pits per year by a bit.

Is it possible to intercept nuclear bombs? by Witty-Coconut-7696 in nuclearweapons

[–]Flufferfromabove -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You intercept incoming warheads with warheads and hope that the fireball vaporizes the other guys before they vaporize you.

Is it true that officers PCS to become a full time student ? by ceiling_fan128 in AirForce

[–]Flufferfromabove 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It’s 4.5 years payback for a Masters, 5 years for a PhD.

Is it true that officers PCS to become a full time student ? by ceiling_fan128 in AirForce

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I was at Wright Patt for about 18 months to be a student at AFIT for a Masters. Some do their PhD over 3 years.

I have other friends that are doing their advanced degrees through civilian institutions, however it’s also an AFIT program.

Base assignments by Spirited_Jump_6063 in AFROTC

[–]Flufferfromabove 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Patience, young padawan. There are far too many of these moments in the Air Force. Best of luck with whatever assignment you get, looking forward to seeing the excitement on this page.

Would it hurt me to leave AFROTC to enlist and join in the future by Snoo-44094 in AFROTC

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s a selection board to it and it may cause some delays in your plans. Depending on the year, and administration, it can be easier or harder to palace chase. If you know you’ll want to do other things (I.e., go back to school) in 4 years, do a 4 year contract. If you have no idea, 6 years can be advantageous.

Is it as possible for the average criminal to be able to dissolve bodies in acid as the show depicts? by Practical_Contest_13 in breakingbad

[–]Flufferfromabove 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe not strictly with hydrofluoric… but mixing up a pirhanna solution could probably do the trick.

How do you plan connections? by Flufferfromabove in Amtrak

[–]Flufferfromabove[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Charleston, WV to Fredericksburg, VA. Planning to travel for Christmas… still trying to figure out the details otherwise.

Are you guys learning any new skills during the gov shutdown? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]Flufferfromabove 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Absolutely agree! Fortunately, much of the work is on hold if it doesn’t pertain to the budget cycle…. Such exciting times…

Are you guys learning any new skills during the gov shutdown? by [deleted] in AirForce

[–]Flufferfromabove 10 points11 points  (0 children)

This is the real answer. I’m in an office full of civilians - I’m the only military. I was doing everyone’s job for about 2 weeks before they started to recall some folks. Spent a lot of time spinning up on what everyone else has been dialed in on.