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Turkey has requested consultations under article 4 of NATO's founding Washington Treaty. Under article 4, any ally can request consultations whenever, in the opinion of any of them, their territorial integrity, political independence or security is threatened," Oana Lungescu said...

Just about any unit can and is called upon to provide Aide to the Civil Power in cases of natural disasters, flood etc.  Helo Squadrons are used in this compacity quite often. But the primary mission is Military. Not many are into killing, but we train and can be quite good at it. If you join...

There is a good possibility that we do, I did three posting to Shearwater 87-92 (12 AMS, HS423 Sqn), 434 CS Sqn in Shearwater 92-94,  and (12 AMS, HS 423 Sqn and HT 406 Sqn) 99-04,  Old Fitter.  I have articles published in two books about the Sea Kings during the Gulf War (Certified...

I remember how dangerous it was just after the incident, the streets were ablaze with burning tires, large mobs running back and forth up the main J'bad road, all camps and sites went into lockdown. Flash mobs would suddenly appear and charge at facilities, our site was attacked, rocks thrown...

Thanks G2G, It been my utmost pleasure serving the 32 years, I retired torn between the job I loved in 427 SOA and my desire to push my part time employement and career aspirations to the limit.  I retired extremely happy, physically fit with the same medical catagory as when I joined.  Now I...

Hiya G2G, I will pass on all the thanks to Dan, we have lunch together every few weeks at our compound.  He's looking forward to his next assignment, a flying position again, finishing his staffing gig. Cheers Pop

18/19 That was a fun 5 minutes. Cheers Pop

I was in HS 423 Sqn back then in Shearwater, when the CH124 Sea King from HT406 Sqn crashed at the airshow while in the hover.  Power Settling/Ring state vortex was the problem if I remember... The video has been played a number of times at the Flight Safety seminars but the reason I am writing...

Last year I was in Ft. Bragg, NC on my SOFSEC course (Special Operation Force Senior Enlisted Course)  and the topic of conversation one day prior to class starting was the rescinding of the "Don't Ask, Don't" policy. Just about every member there was angered at the policy and the bias and...

I wore a Timex Ironman, Expedition for years, good affordable watches.  Now i wear a Sunnto Vector HR, lots of nice features, Barometric pressure, altitude above sea level, compass, weather change, outside air temperture, bubble level, and heart rate monitor, and of course it tells time, dual...

Hiya Strike, how are you doing?  How is Edmonton these days?  I hope all is well with you.  Dam straight... Once a Lion, always a Lion.  I still have to have my "Depart with Dignity" when I come home for my vacation. I will drop by the unit and say hello to everyone... and of course to catch up...

Hello Bruce you old Pirate....arrrrg!!! Good to hear from you again,  are you taking a break from the sandbox for abit?  if I get a chance to come down from Kabul I will look you up.  Take care my friend...btw both coasts are wet.... you meant the "Left Coast" Cheers Pat

I personnely like the AK-47,  I use one every day here in Afghanistan,  in vehicles i like my M70 AB3 Zavasta with under folder stock, and I like my wooden stock AK-47 as well for everything else. These guns are so simple that a caveman can use it... or at least a man in a cave can... oh...

I have had the Para clone for a few years and never had a problem with it, I even competed in IDPA with it with no problems...except the complaints from the Kimber and other high end 1911 users... but when you get beat by a 300 chinese clone it does make me smile. After hearing all the horror...

I ordered the Para SF-45-A when I was on tour in '10 and had not receieved any word about since my confirmation e-mail from Para.  A few weeks ago I found my orginal order form and decided to e-mail them.  In less than 3 weeks it was delivered to my house.  When I get home for my vacation i will...

Thanks all, As part of my job, I am also training the guards and mentoring the Officer's and NCO's of the AFghanistan Public Protection Force.  I see quite a few Canadian Military come into our compound and get a chance to chat with them.  We have one of the best Messes in the city as well as a...

Hiya Mich, How are you doing, long time since I was last on, I hope all is well. Cheers Pop

Good day, I finally retired after 32 years of service, I have enjoyed all my time in the Air side of life and finished off with a great tour with 427 SOAS and a great tour in Afghanistan.  As I miss the commradarie of the military, I reflect back at all the good times, I had a great time, met a...

RIP my friends,  my condolances to their family and friends.  They will not be forgotten, and we owe them our heart felt gratitude. Cheers Pop :salute:

I own a Sig Sauer P226 and a few NP22's (Sig Sauer clones) and love them.  The NP22 is about 1/4 the price and truth be told... almost as good.  The quality is very good for the price,  so far the NP22's are working great (approx 6000 rds) through them without any malfunctions... I cannot say...