Hey Facepunch! I have been with these forums for a while now, almost six years, and Facepunch has become a part of my everyday life. I plan on staying with Facepunch as long as it is on the internet, so I figured that you guys deserve to know more about me. I am an OH-58D crew chief in the US Army. I like it so far, and plan on making it my life career. I am going to be completely honest with my responses here, so Facepunch, ask away.
Hows the food?
How's living conditions?
[QUOTE=Laferio;36833987]Hows the food?[/QUOTE]
The food is a lot better than everybody thinks. The DFACs (dining facilities) are actually pretty good. The ones in BCT and AIT are not the best, but once you get to the big Army, they are pretty great. Some of the ones on deployment are actually better than the ones here.
Do you regret joining at all?
[QUOTE=YourFriendJoe;36834001]How's living conditions?[/QUOTE]
Living conditions are adequate. Nothing like the Air Force. It depends upon which barracks you live in (if you live in the barracks). I am in a 2 man room, and it has good space for both of us. There are other barracks that have a better set up though. Each "room" is set up like an apartment. There is a small kitchen/common area, with two doors side by side at the back, each one has a separate keycard lock and lead to separate rooms. It is pretty nifty actually.
[QUOTE=I Fail At Lua;36834017]Do you regret joining at all?[/QUOTE]
Not once. The Army has provided me great skills at a young age, purpose, direction, and amazing opportunities. I love it here, and I have bigger goals in the Army, such as becoming a warrant officer and flying Kiowas.
[QUOTE=SKEEA;36834028]Not once. The Army has provided me great skills at a young age, purpose, direction, and amazing opportunities. I love it here, and I have bigger goals in the Army, such as becoming a warrant officer and flying Kiowas.[/QUOTE]
Warrant officer is one of the toughest positions you can strive to achieve for. Good luck with that.
[QUOTE=Hardpoint Nomad;36834054]Warrant officer is one of the toughest positions you can strive to achieve for. Good luck with that.[/QUOTE]
I know, but I like to believe I have good references. I am buddies with the pilots around here and have some civilian flight hours. It is my largest goal, and main motivation for, joining the Army.
how many innocent people have you killed?
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[QUOTE=Torfaldur;36834080]how many innocent people have you killed?[/QUOTE]
None so far. I hope it never happens, because then that means I have failed to do my job as a Soldier.
[QUOTE=SKEEA;36834095]None so far. I hope it never happens, because then that means I have failed to do my job as a Soldier.[/QUOTE]
but soldiers do it all the time
[QUOTE=Torfaldur;36834103]but soldiers do it all the time[/QUOTE]
Look, I see what you are trying to do here, but all it makes me is sad, not mad, that collateral damage happens. It is an extremely terrible thing to happen in war, but almost never intentional. Those few that go bonkers and kill civilians on purpose have no business wearing a uniform.
[QUOTE=Torfaldur;36834103]but soldiers do it all the time[/QUOTE]
I knew this was going to happen.
Anyways, how would you describe the controls on a Kiowa?
Does the OH-58D work in joint operations? If so, can it correlate with the Air Force targeting cell?
[QUOTE=Torfaldur;36834103]but soldiers do it all the time[/QUOTE]
Just because some soldiers did it doesn't mean all do it.
Where are you stationed? What's your current assignment? What's your political view on the war you're in now? Describe your perfect sunday?
[QUOTE=l33tkill;36834139]Does the OH-58D work in joint operations? If so, can it correlate with the Air Force targeting cell?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Zambies!;36834137]I knew this was going to happen.
Anyways, how would you describe the controls on a Kiowa[/QUOTE]
l33tkill: I am sure it does, but I have no first hand experience of it happening, so I don't know to be honest.
Zambies!: The controls are your standard helicopter fare. You have your cyclic, which controls the pitch and roll of the helicopter, collective, which controls the angle of attack of the rotor blades so that they have more or less lift and control the altitude of the helicopter, and anti-torque pedals, which control the directional (yaw) movement of the helicopter. There are a lot of buttons and switches in the cockpit as well as two MFDs. Nothing fancy.
What type of music do you listen to?
What type of entertainment is there to do, where you're stationed?
[QUOTE=SKEEA;36834187]Zambies!: The controls are your standard helicopter fare. You have your cyclic, which controls the pitch and roll of the helicopter, collective, which controls the angle of attack of the rotor blades so that they have more or less lift and control the altitude of the helicopter, and anti-torque pedals, which control the directional (yaw) movement of the helicopter. There are a lot of buttons and switches in the cockpit as well as two MFDs. Nothing fancy.[/QUOTE]
I meant it more as "spongy, responsive" etc, but I like this answer, way. way better. :)
[QUOTE=Sporkfist;36834173]Where are you stationed? What's your current assignment? What's your political view on the war you're in now? Describe your perfect sunday?[/QUOTE]
Ft. Campbell, 2/17 Cavalry. I believe in our current mission, which is to provide stability and comfort to the people of Afghanistan. However, the sooner we are out, the less of my buddies die. My perfect Sunday is a hard question. It would probably consist of a nice cross-country flight to see people I enjoy, then we all have a good time and just be relaxed for a while. Then it is back to the barracks to prepare for the next day.
Have you ever has sexual intercourse with someone the same sex as you?
I heard you get some pretty damn good laughs in the army, care to share any stories?
[QUOTE=MEOWTFLOL;36834190]What type of music do you listen to?
What type of entertainment is there to do, where you're stationed?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Zambies!;36834211]I meant it more as "spongy, responsive" etc, but I like this answer, way. way better. :)[/QUOTE]
MEOWTFLOL: I listen to anything that I like really. If I had to nail down a genre I would say any kind of rock. Nothing better than some Bad Company or some AC/DC to feel good about yourself. Entertainment is what you want really. I have my PC and Xbox360 up here in my room, and there is every other thing that is normal entertainment around here. There are a few good strip clubs off post too. There is a lot to do here, if you go looking for it.
Zambies!: They are very responsive due to the hydraulics. The small size of the Kiowa makes it very maneuverable as well.
[QUOTE=FappinGuide;36834223]Have you ever has sexual intercourse with someone the same sex as you?[/QUOTE]
You haven't answered my question; ^^
[QUOTE=FappinGuide;36834223]Have you ever has sexual intercourse with someone the same sex as you?[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE=Laferio;36834225]I heard you get some pretty damn good laughs in the army, care to share any stories?[/QUOTE]
FappinGuide: Not yet.
Laferio: I think today was pretty funny. We had some flights today, so we pushed 4 aircraft out on the flight line and prepped them. Things were going fine, until a sudden thunderstorm started approaching. We go into full NASCAR mode and manage to clear the entire flight line of aircraft (there were a ton) in about 10 minutes. After we get done with that, it starts raining extremely hard. I then realize we left a Junior (pretty much a jumper kit for a helicopter) out at the other end of the flight line. I sprinted there, looking like an idiot, and started dragging it back (they are very heavy). Now, to my dismay, everyone from the other flight troops, including pilots and my 1st Sergeant, were all laughing at me. I looked like a wet rag. To top that off, I had to ride home on my motorcycle in this crazy weather. That was pretty weak as a funny story to be honest. As soon as a really good one happens I will be sure to let you know.
Is it worth it? And why do you do it?
[QUOTE=KingdomBanned;36834304]Is it worth it? And why do you do it?[/QUOTE]
It is worth it to me because it gives me a very steady paycheck, great job skills, a good education, and the people are great. I also do it because I felt the call to serve. It might sound a little cliche, but I love the USA and I defend it proudly.
best or most memorable day in the army? favorite place you've been to?
[QUOTE=DOG-GY;36834333]best or most memorable day in the army? favorite place you've been to?[/QUOTE]
My best day in the Army was when I learned I was going to a Flight Troop instead of the Maintenance Troop. Things are so much better in a Flight Troop. My favorite place I have been to is here at Ft. Campbell. Considering I have not been to many places as I have been in the Army for little less than a year, it is my top choice. So much better than South Carolina or Virginia.
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