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Huge win! With AETC - First Command’s innovative new pilot training model, we’re on track to produce 1,500 pilots a year by 2027—an increase of 200 aviators annually! Our pilots are the finest in the world & these changes guarantee they keep getting the absolute best training available.

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AETC - First Commandvor 1 Jahr

Proud to execute the mission and train the best pilots in the world!

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ARK Electronicsvor 2 Jahren

Elevate your drone game with our USA-made, NDAA-compliant flight controllers! Trust in reliable technology that not only enhances your flights but also supports US drone manufacturing capability. 🇺🇸✈️ #USAMade #NDAA #drones #uav #uas #px4 #ardupilot #USA #unmanned #opensource

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Christopher Korgervor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand What happened to the UPT model where all STUDs got the exact same training on high performance jet aircraft? Allowed USAF pilots to flex between heavies & fighters durning VN.

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PointLuckvor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand If they end up in an F-35 unit, it's garbage MC rates will give pilots too few hours per month.

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Tom Jonesvor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand Yes, and pilots that got through T38 training should be getting fighters and bombers, not heavies !!!

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evor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand You need verified Sir

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super squirrelvor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand I volunteer to be a pilot for zero pay

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Benvor 1 Jahr

@AETCommand They are certainly very good. Unfortunately your civilian leadership team placed a whole bunch of them in jeopardy. 🔥🤡🧑‍✈️👩‍✈️

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