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This'll be good to know in case the TOJO boys decide to attack, strength in numbers I say, lol
easy on the lounge lizard bit hey
ex RAAF, but a looooong time ago lol, but can still shoot straight.
another ex Raafie... did 21 years, never got to bomb anyone, false advertising if you ask me but then again I was only sober for about 10 months of the 21 years so, meah, coulda wiped out a small African nation and been none the wiser.
Dad was RAF in WW2. radio Operator in Darwin ,13th and 30th squadron,at the 40 mile air strip south of Darwin
Dad was there when Darwin was bombed, gee hope that S$%T never happens again
I'll put my hand up to being the first......sailor. lol
8 years in the navy, many, many moons ago. I can still shoot straight, too. hahahaha
Many moons ago,, helloooo sailor I get it LMFAO. Nah well done
I just missed Nasho so lucky I guess
13 years in the Australian regular army started as a grunt (6 RAR) and later in the piece transferred to Cav (2/14 LHR and 2 CAV), deployed to East Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan, got out last year after being wounded in Afghanistan and being medically discharged.
Cheers Russ
Double Tap
Thanks I think. but we need to stay safe to prevent WW3
then again as I type this over 150 wars are going on around the world somewhere.
things have definitey changed since WW1, it's a push button fight now, IMO
thats all I'll say as lots of people have different views
Wish we didn't need, soldiers,sailors, pilots etc, ahhhh the perfect world
in my time I can't see it happening sad but true
Successfully completed US marines entry with an offer for advanced placement. Turned it down when I was told I had to wear a tux
Tap,tap,tapping in your head
15 years and still strong, grunt for 5 years changed over to the Combat engneers, stuffed my back and knees now im a stinking Quee.........that plays with ammo
Spent my youth in 6RAR. Have been out for couple decades now.
Tappity tap don't look back
ex RAAF. 5 & 35 Sqns (both disbanded now), 2AD and RAAFSTT.
Ex ARes - 10 Transport Sqn and 13 CSSB Transport Ptn - 5803838
Dad served just shy of 29 years, 14 years Aust SAS and just over 14 for Reg Infantry, originally when 16 Btn was a reg unit based in Perth before it went reserves.
I come from a long family line of military members
Tap, Tap Taparoo
Where's all the sailors ????????????????????????????
Twisty where were those squadrons located???
I applied 20 years ago for the air force but failed the entry test. Does that count?
I was 22 years in the Royal Navy - Does that help?Quote:
Originally Posted by DX grunt
Lonely old sailor . HahahahQuote:
Originally Posted by DX grunt
........... On the move
Retired from the RAAF 17 years ago after doing 20 years. Still miss the noise of the aircraft & the smell of jet fuel.
I served for 6 years in the 1980's as a cook in Albury\Wodonga in the Army. I wasnt deployed to any opperations overseas but I did pass up an oportunity to work with the UN in Germany for 12 months. Im kicking myself for letting that one go, would have been there to see the beginning of the end of the Berlin Wall.
Although I didnt see any conflict, I am very respectful of those who have and will always be greatful for their sacriffice.
Cheers,
Rob
I'll be the first Kiwi then spent time in the New Zealand Army 2/1 bat and then afterwards spent time working with Cadet Forces untill the bull shit got too deep. Can still shoot straight, track ect. Get to use some of these skills from time to time with SAR over here when we get an evadour (apart from the shooting them bit)
To all that have served or a still serving my hat come's off to you and my glass is raised.
I have never served,never wanted to,but i have the upmost respect for those who have.
Every year i go to the anzac service,and go down to the Vietnam rememberance day at the local VVMC clubhouse,on days when some of them feel like talking about it,sitting there having a beer with them and listening to them just blows my mind.
To the fallen heros who never made it back YOU ARE NEVER FORGOTTEN.
Gday fellas.
RLI - I might have to PM you some advocacy questions.
I transferred to the Reserve in Jun 12 after 20! Enlisted as a Double-Chock in 92 (139 Sig Sqn - the old 6 Bde), transferred to ARA and Commissioned in 96 back with the Chooks. Had my fare share of Op tours, but enjoyed my jobs with Norforce and Aviation (5Avn & 16 Bde) the most. 11 years in Brisbane has to be a record!
G'day Bulbous,Quote:
Originally Posted by Bulbous
Great Navy those Brits! Good onya mate for your service to your country!
Regards,
RLI
5Sqn (Iroquois) at RAAF Fairbairn, Canberra. 35Sqn (Iroquois and Caribou) RAAF Base Townsville.Quote:
Originally Posted by threedogs
Lest we forget!
Jeez reading this a blokes getting all warm and fuzzy... I was lucky enough to get around a fair bit.
2 Aircraft Depot (Yuuuk, enough said)
478 Sqn (Malaysia)
481 Sqn (Newcastle)
486 Sqn (Sydney, two tours)
3 Sqn (Fighters also Malaysia)
36 Sqn (C130's)
TAAMS (Darwin)
Had a few overseas detachments to New Zealand and P.N.G. and a heap of short term stuff around Oz with the C130's to places like Townsville, Brissy, Adelaide, Tassy and some out of the way spots in W.A. and the East States outback when we used the Military a lot more than we do today to do 'National Assistance' tasking for flood and drought relief etc. Fodder drops were a bitch on the aircraft but the locals made sure you couldn't buy a beer at the local pub unless they bought you ten first.
2AD aside I loved almost every minute (sober or otherwise) and would do it all over again in a heartbeat... 'cept I'd drop something on those rrsehole pollies in Canberra who totally screw over the Defence Pensioners. Sorry, didn't mena to wax political but jeez they give me the shytes
I hear ya ET. aahhh ... 2AD, where every good fitter goes to die.Quote:
Originally Posted by the evil twin
I spent most of my time on helipcopters so I also spent a lot of time in the bush and on disaster relief. Best trip, Solomon Islands after a cyclone. BEAUTIFUL place, and nothing more fun than kicking out 44's of fuel in to the harbour from the back of a Caribou (and we stayed in a HOTEL!). Worst trip, the one to 2AD. Best flight was on exercise near Wiepa, Iroquois flat out, doors open, below tree top level along the Normanton (?) river and watching the crocs run for cover. I remember being greatful for the SLR in the roof lining, and then thinking "the only reason to stop here is if we crash".
Now ... where did I put those pics?
Gidday boys,
Just found this thread,
Ex RAAF 7 years 1989 to 1996
RAAFSTT - Wagga tech training
77SQN - Newcastle
75SQN - Katherine NT
Cheers,
Errol.
A very small selection of pics from Iraq and Afghanistan http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...2012/10/38.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...2012/10/39.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...2012/10/40.jpghttp://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...2012/10/41.jpg
And the back of the patrol
http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forum...2012/10/42.jpg
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Does it count if I've dated Navy, Army & then married a RAAFY??? LOL
I applied for the reserves in 2010 but was told in too fat bmi of 37. 35 was the cut off but now have an aplication in as a metal smith. See how it goes always wanted to serve hope I get the chance one day
How's it going RLI looks like the Huey/ rappelling pic was taken from C/D Coy 6 RAR lines
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Gotttaaa lurve the SLR's
Tap, Tap Taparoo
Hey guys,
Just about to clock over 10 years in the Army as a Fitter, might stick around for a few more yet!
89 to 08 in the RAAF for me. Had a great time. Heaps of travel and great experiences.
RLI PM sent
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21 years in the Grey Funnel Line (Navy) 63 - 84.