Rain?

No, we really aren't seeing much around the house still, I was greeted to some Mammatus clouds on the way to work Wednesday.

On the Flight Deck

My old stomping grounds. Good times

On the Flight Deck

Level 3 Project - Update

Here are some photos of the ebay sled build. Two sheets of G10 with brass tubes JB welded to one. The other sheet is mounted with 5x10-32 screws. Mounting hardware is in place for the ARTS 1 and PerfectFlite MAWD altimeters. Next up is the battery mounts on the other G10 sheet. I have some aluminum to cut for that.

Captain John Paul Jones

Often referred to as the Father of the United States Navy, John Paul Jones was born this day, July 6, 1747. He helped put in place many of the traditions still adhered to by today's Navy. He was also known to instill professionalism and training throughout his career.

One of his famous quotes include, "I have not yet begun to fight", a reply to the Captain of the British ship Serapis when asked if he would strike his colors (surrender). There is much controversy over whether Jones actually used those exact words, but none can argue his tenacity to battle on as long as the faintest chance of success existed. My favorite quote of Captain Jones however is, "I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast, for I intend to go in harm's way." That is the spirit I remember while in attack squadron VA-115 Eagles and I know it continues on to this day.

Missed opportunity

Still no rain for us though a lot fell elsewhere in SE Michigan.

F/A-18D Crash Due to Dual Engine Failure

The Hornet that crashed into a Virginia Beach apartment complex last April was caused by two unrelated and nearly simultaneous engine failures during takeoff. The starboard engine had a compressor stall first and the port engine afterburner failed to relight to compensate.

"....Without enough power, the plane couldn’t climb out of its dive. The two crewmen ejected when the jet was about 50 feet above the ground...."