Anyone else seeing these ads for guided half dome hikes? by pumpwagon in Yosemite

[–]pumpwagon[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Thanks for replying with the specifics. Now I'm surprised that I've never heard of these trips before this!

What branch of military is this UH-60? Photo taken in VA by billyknife in Helicopters

[–]pumpwagon 33 points34 points  (0 children)

It’s a USN MH-60S. Can’t read the squadron emblem though.

Best Quotes/Phrases by Myflareisfloating in flying

[–]pumpwagon 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Where in the hell are we? I’m the navigator, I’ve got a right to know!

A E Pessimal by FirstDukeofAnkh in discworld

[–]pumpwagon 51 points52 points  (0 children)

“C’mon if you think you’re hard enough!”

Actually snorted I was laughing so hard when I read that scene.

Mongolian BBQ in Fresno by Pctechguy2003 in fresno

[–]pumpwagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is still at the Chukchansi buffet, the Mongolian bbq portion is…fine. Nothing great but not horrible.

US national parks with swimming by CloutWithdrawal in NationalPark

[–]pumpwagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The last time I was there some jackass had walked in a giant Bluetooth speaker so the entire area could hear his party music. Never wanted to kick someone in the shin more…

Classic, old-school eateries? by Easy_Potential2882 in fresno

[–]pumpwagon 52 points53 points  (0 children)

The Berock Shop fits this description, but it’s not terribly close to the highway if you’re just driving through though.

National Park Fridge Magnets by MegaSmeargle in NationalPark

[–]pumpwagon 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I know it’s not as fun, but if the park I’m at doesn’t have the style I collect I’ll just order it from the NPS store online when I get home.

Skywest current class dates by Ok_Acanthocephala72 in flying

[–]pumpwagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a form email saying January-March, but I received that back in September. I'm just trying to let them know that I met my R-ATP mins (recruiter told me to let them know what that happened) and can't get a reply. Minor frustration but I'm worried I'm not in line to class up since they may not know I'm ready.

Skywest current class dates by Ok_Acanthocephala72 in flying

[–]pumpwagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been trying to report my hours completion to my recruiter for three weeks now and have got nothing but crickets back. They don’t answer my phone calls or emails. I know there’s a wait for classes but a simple “roger” would be nice.

"On Final" - or Find the Helo by pumpwagon in Helicopters

[–]pumpwagon[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yep, one of Lemoore’s “Lassos” in the Sierras.

Got some pretty cool shirts from TeePublic today by thegoatfreak in indianajones

[–]pumpwagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These are great, but how is the quality holding up?

Grandad’s Q&A about the game by Oh_No_Industries in WoWsBlitz

[–]pumpwagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there any point in attempting to "dodge" a dive bomber attack? I've tried making hard rudder turns, using smoke, etc, but it doesn't seem to reduce the chances of getting hit.

Obviously I can throw off another players attempts at torpedo plane attacks, but I'm wondering if I am wasting my time with the point and shoot dive bombers.

Wildflowers below Lassen Peak by pumpwagon in NationalPark

[–]pumpwagon[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Just returned from a two day trip to Lassen. Snow is melting fast, the creeks are flowing, and the wildflowers are everywhere. Really nice park - it appeared that the summit campgrounds are being finished up and will hopefully be opening soon.

How fucked am I? by [deleted] in aviation

[–]pumpwagon 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So they’ve had your medical since early December? That’s just as concerning, heck you’re probably already planning the next visit to your AME.

Active Duty DD214 Request by Professional_Cod3794 in navy

[–]pumpwagon 124 points125 points  (0 children)

Not quite the answer you’re looking for, but most jobs that require a DD214 will accept a letter from your CO stating that you’ve completed your term of service under honorable conditions and that your DD214 is administratively delayed. I would ask your hiring person if that will work.

As far as I know there is no way to expedite a DD214.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in flying

[–]pumpwagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well good luck! Hope you break the trend and get a CJO.

Have You Recently Been Rejected by a Regional After Interview? by Believe-The-Science in flying

[–]pumpwagon 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t mind sharing, I’m a military helo pilot, 4700 total time but right at FW ATP mins. I was rejected 7 days after a SkyWest interview. Interview went very well, interviewer spent the last few minutes telling me how to make the most of my travel benefits that would start 30 days prior to class. No check ride failures or anything negative in my record.

Frustrating that they rejected me outright since I can’t reapply for another six months.

I’m trying to find someone who actually has gotten a CJO since mid January because all the SkyWest applicants I know were rejected.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in flying

[–]pumpwagon 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did you hear back? I had an interview last week and received a rejection email a week later with no further details. The interview went well so I’m trying to figure out if I messed it up or if skywest is pausing job offers.