F-35 Upcoming Timeline

[HeyJoe]

Why does every thread eventually turn into the same question in the end?

Or the same answer..."needs of the service"

 

[ChuckMK23]

I really want to fly the F-35B in the Marines when it comes out. From what I see, most people expect it to become operational between 2009 and 2010. Based on the length of PLC (I'm in college now), TBS, and flight school, if I went through PLC would I stand a chance of flying it? Or would i be better off waiting a couple years after I graduate in 2008 to go through OCS?

An attached question is: In the Marines, can you switch aircraft form the one you trained for? i.e. F-18 or AV-8 ----> F-35?

Hey the Commandant just called - in recognition of your special interest and motivation he has personally reserved a slot for you in a highly important and sensitive airframe: only the best for you!

 

[ItsTurboTime]

whoa...what the hell is that thing?






and what are my chances of getting one?

 

[KBayDog]

whoa...what the hell is that thing?






and what are my chances of getting one?

Your odds of getting smacked upside the head just got considerably better.

 

[fc2spyguy]

Note: A quick right click and looking at the properties says that is a UH-34. Not that I know for certain, but it would be my guess

 

[ChuckMK23]

UH-34, Marble Mountain RVN, circa 1967 I bet.