I never understood how some charge and some not...but anyways... Wings Over Pittsburgh is one of the top five in the country and sponsored by the 911th ARW. It's free, and so is parking. There are tons of static displays and every year features the Blue Angels, Thunderbirds, Snowbirds... I used to l...
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Saturday #4 had a Mx issue while taxiing and had to litterally hop out and get a ride over to the spare #7. Pretty neat to see.
Also keep in mind in the event of nuclear war, etc. The plane can remain airborne for as long as needed. I'm sure in certain extreme circumstance, tanking of anyone including NATO and other allies aircraft would be more than acceptable.
Jump to postUgh, Blues' haven't been to PIT in years.
Come on, man!!!
As a Pittsburgher, I can't believe I forgot to mention...
Mr. Belvedere
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Jump to postSome more that I grew up on - (80's child) 227 Benson Blossom Charles in Charge Diff'rent Strokes Doogie Howser, M.D. Empty Nest The Facts of Life Family Ties Growing Pains Head of the Class Kate & Allie Mad About You Major Dad Night Court Perfect Strangers Silver Spoons And finally...... Wings <<<<...
Jump to postA friend of mine associated with the NMUSAF told me if they were willing to wait, they would get the last shuttle (I forget which one, but AF associated like Apollo 15) and the 747. So that's what I heard.
Jump to postI seen Rush about two years ago, and Metallica in 2004. Still waiting to see Iron Maiden and Rammstien live, though.
Sadly Pittsburgh, Pa is a poor stop for tours due to the aging Mellon Arena, but that will change soon, hopefully.
What the heck is vicking/folk/pirate metal????
I think the show is interesting, I always wondered how a pawn shop operated. Plus they're some characters.
Better than Ax Men and Ice Road Truckers.
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Jump to postMy company was one of the first in the country to fly a medical configuaration. It's an awesome platform and very well recieved. Right now we have 8 in our fleet and more are on order.
Jump to postHIS-102 History of Western Civ II
POL-101 Intro to Political Science
SOC-101 Intro to Sociology
The Baroness was so far beyond hot....that alone was worth it. I liked it, and yes, the Wayans brother guy was a goofy casting. However, I always remember Duke and Scarlett having a thing, not him and the Baroness. The movie ends with an obvious sequel coming. I at least hope they introduce some mor...
Jump to postCheck out the Presidential gallery at Wright-Patt
http://www.nationalmuseum.af.mil/exhibits/presidential/index.asp
I've lived here all my life and I grew up idolizing Tony Pena and the killer B's. The fact they have been under .500 since 1992 is F---king rediculous. But hey, as long as you have SUCKERS going to firework and bobblehead night, you keep shoving money in those pig owners wallets. One of my best frie...
Jump to postThey never really covered the ordance issue.
What would the Horton 229 been able to carry as far as bombs and guns?
It seems in the animation on the show, it had guns only. I can't see how more effective it could be by gun running alone.
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Jump to postPerhaps in support of Operation Northern Edge 2009, taking place in Alaska. <a href="http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=72978" target=_blank>http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=72978</a> <a href="http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?id=73050" target=_blank>http://www.navy.mil/view_single.asp?i...
Jump to postThe good folks at Northrop Grumman proved it was not stealthy. Perhaps the Germans used wood as a means of supply, since metal was at premium.
Jump to postAll the times I've been to Udvar Hazy, I never realized AMARG was next door!
I liked it, I thought it was a great movie.
Sadly I had no idea he was a marine aviator and flew Corsairs briefly till Hiroshima cut things short in '45. Came back for Korea and flew Bird Dog for artillery.
Jump to postDid you hear about the special Starbucks is running?
It's called the Hossa......costs 7 million dollars and no cup!
In Pennsylvania in an Ambulance you must stop at every stop sign and red light.
Police do not have to yield.
EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Course) is required of all fire, police, and EMS.
A shot is a shot, and 39 is a lot. And he made several multiple rebound saves from inside the hash marks, imcluding the one where he made about 3-4 saves. I think he was a huge factor in last nights game. I will say the Pens are good for sputtering out in the 3rd, but held off. I was waiting for DET...
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Jump to postTonight you will see an even better Pens team than Tuesday night. They have tasted a win and that is a big motivator.
Jump to postWhile we're talking numbers here's a brief look (not that numbers are everything).... SKATERS: <acronym title="China General Aviation">GP</acronym> G A +/- Pts S. Crosby 17 14 14 12 28 E. Malkin 17 12 16 3 28 B. Guerin 17 7 7 11 14 S. Gonchar 15 2 10 3 12 C. Kunitz 17 1 11 6 12 R. Fedotenko 17 6 5 6...
Jump to postI predict a long series as well, 6 or 7 games. The Pens are a different team now, and a lot better and experienced. Last year I know DET would put a hut on us, this time we can do it. With both teams dominating in the playoffs and especially the thierd round, these are the two best teams int he NHL ...
Jump to postLooks like Frank Lloyd Wright built a warehouse. 2.3 million?? Yikes!
My favorite line is
"You - you speak english?"
"What country do you think this is?"
Thats pretty common in lots of cultures.
Jump to postLet's go Pens!!!
I think DET is going to win it tonight.
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Jump to postBeing a Taylor Alderdice student I'm not suprised his gun didn't fall out while he was doing it.
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Jump to postDetroit in 4 Pittsburgh in 5 Stanley Cup: Penguins in 7 DET is tough, no doubt about it. The fact CHI has half thier team under 25 will lead to the inexperience that doomed the Pens last year. Anyways, great playoffs and look forward to some more great action!! Let's go Pens! BTW....Versus announcer...
Jump to postIt's about time something like this came to light in the fire service. Although predominatly white, public safety has long been the victim of affirmative action. If your black or female and want to be a firefighter, cop, or paramedic then study in school, get goods grades and apply yourself to the b...
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Jump to postAs usual anti-Steelers <acronym title="Fallon - NAS / Van Voorhis Field (NFL / KNFL), USA - Nevada">NFL</acronym>. We win the Super Bowl and only one Monday night game, no overseas games, etc. Of course New England has two. But I think any schedule looks better than last years, but we proved them wr...
Jump to postNow an American-owned tugboat with an Italian crew has been hijacked
http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,514461,00.html
Pittsburgh, Pa does. Mostly downtown area, I think.
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Jump to postThat was a F-18 and an A-4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZmoVXW-l2M
F-14 prototype #6 shot it's self down with an AIM-7 Sparrow.
Here's a link and also mentions the F-11 incident.
http://www.ejectionsite.com/F-14%20SHOOTDOWN.pdf
[Edited 2009-04-10 05:50:47]
Stude, thanks for the info, I want to say I rememebr reading the recent change to two helo squadrons, but couldn't remember where. I believe it was due to the S-3 retiring.
I never heard the term oceanhawk, either.
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