Recent content by Staff Weenie

I work at CAF TG HQ, and I've seen thousands of medical release files over the years and the system is getting faster. The processes at DMEDPOL and DMCA are reducing the backlog, so the average timeline for a release is coming down from 3+ years. There are actually benefits to that - there are...

Two thoughts: a. Do you want to get treatment and recover, or do you just want a future bucket of cash? If you want to recover, then get into the clinic now - the longer you go untreated, the harder it is to ever fully recover. A future bucket of cash is pointless if your life is forever...

You still need to show proof of vaccination for entry into some countries - primarily Yellow Fever vaccination is required for entry to countries in Africa and Central/South America.

Amateurs - some time in 2006 or 2007, somebody who was retiring in Dec just before the break sent an email out to everyone in the address book noting their enjoyable career and wishing everyone the best. And of course, in full silly season festive mood, everyone hit reply all. Apparently that...

True, but the level of scrutiny is (in theory) much higher on serving personnel. Somebody who released over 20 years ago? We have no way of checking on their background. If they want to use the Trusted Traveler line, get a NEXUS card. If they want 15% off at MEC, use a VSC or CF1 card.

The VSC (NDI 75) is not official government ID - it does not meet Treasury Board Secretariat guidelines. CBSA no longer recognizes it for use in the Trusted Traveler Line - nor should they. The NEXUS card involves a background check, and the NDI 20 implies you have an Enhanced Reliability...

Replacement is coming - an app for smartphones will allow Cl A troops to sign in electronically (and supervisors verify electronically). I don't have much of any details, but it is coming.

So, open source media indicates that ~69 ostriches had already died of avian influenza on this farm (I'm guessing some sort of A(H5N1) clade variant is involved). This is a highly contagious virus. That is bad enough on its own merits, especially if you're a bird. However, A(H5N1) can jump to...

Vlad has essentially painted himself into a corner. Prior to this war, there have been numerous rumblings of him 'diverting' billions of dollars into his own hands. Now, he has spent considerable blood and treasure to achieve almost nothing. Russia has impaled itself and gutted their military...

Freaking animals!

I didn't know they worked in Clothing Stores???

I still love Tamiya kits - decent quality, decent price, well designed.

My concern, was that it was almost too perfect. It said everything everyone with an axe to grind against the system would want to hear. Let's say that I'm skeptical at the moment (as I currently am on many issues until sufficient proof is provided).

I would also add that jumping up through the ranks quickly might be good for your bank account, but is bad for your subordinates. Their ability to succeed in their role depends in large upon your ability as a leader to set all the right conditions. In some cases, their lives may depend upon your...

Does the crew paint a gull on the side of the aircraft for a confirmed kill?