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Afghanistan Photos

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  1. Dane

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    #1 Dane, May 10, 2006
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    Hi guys,

    Well, it's my third month in country and I thought to pass some flying photos along. Power management is key especially when operating at the high altitudes with a heavy weapon load and an extra, internal tank. It's hot, dusty and dry at the lower altitudes but exact opposite when in the mountains.
    The older A model Apache's a good platform for this fight. The Longbow is heavier without the upgraded engines the British have installed. The rockets and gun have worked well here and the mechanics are amazing. I am so proud of these guys.
    Take a look at the photos. The cave is now closed. Bad guys with their "toys" were hanging out in there. Thanks for taking the time to read.

    Dane
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  2. absent

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    Thanks for the pics,stay safe!
     
  3. Lagerlout

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    Ditto on the above, stay safe. We have British friends over there at the moment.
     
  4. 348 Turbo

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    Thank you very much for your service. Like the others are saying, stay safe and we all look forward to you coming home soon.
     
  5. mattymouse33

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    Awesome helmet! All the best
     
  6. Maranello Guy

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    Dane, pics are STUNNING !!! Thanks a lot for sharing !!! Fly save pal and post up more pics if got any !

    Best
    Tad

    P.S.
    Great helmet !!!
     
  7. fastliz

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    Thanks for sharing. Very cool. And, ditto on the thanks for serving.

    I was in the Navy (on a carrier in Persian Gulf I). I don't know the equivalent in your service, but we would say, "Fair winds and following seas, shipmate."

    Mike
     
  8. racerx

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    Cool pics. Keep them coming.
     
  9. johnei

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    Great Pictures, Thanks for everything you do.
     
  10. Ferrari0324

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    Awesome!

    And thanks for defending our country.
     
  11. Napolis

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    FANTASTIC!!!!!!
    Thoughts With You.
     
  12. donv

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    Great pictures!

    I also want to join the chorus, thank you so much for being over there and risking your life to defend our country!
     
  13. FerrariFabio81

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    Great pics! I especially like pic 4 for some reason.

    And like our fellow Fchatters, I too want to thank you for your service. Tell your buddies too, everybody back home appreciates what you guys are doing.

    God bless you guys and your families.
     
  14. SefacHotRodder

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    Stay safe man and i love the helmet!
     
  15. rush109

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    thats serious stuff
     
  16. wax

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    Oh, the stories that helmet could tell...

    A few of my close relatives have been in Iraq & Saudia Arabia & are back home - yet another is on the way to Turkey next month... so, guess who I'm rootin' for? You.
     
  17. Ducman491

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    Be careful buddy and thanks for your service.
     
  18. Rifledriver

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    Remember the 3 things that do you no good in an aircraft.

    Runway behind you.
    Sky above you.
    Gas in the truck..





    Get yourasses back home in one piece.
    And God Bless the American Soldier
     
  19. Italteen3

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    Great pics Dane! Thanks a ton for sharing them with us.

    I appreciate everything you do for this country!
     
  20. McLaren_boy

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    Hey man, thanks for the photos, the Apache is a kick@$$ chopper.

    Where's your unit based back in the States? Any chance you're out of Conroe, Texas? I've got a buddy who's going to be in that unit, and he always talks about how the A-Models are better suited for the high altitudes...just wondering if that's you guys.

    Sweet helmet, and we support you back in the USA!
     
  21. snj5

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    brilliant photos!
    Stay safe - we're praying for you!

    rt
     
  22. FarmerDave

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    Great to hear from you Dane! Thanks, and you guys keep up the good work!
     
  23. UroTrash

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    I think I speak for the masses: blow something up.



    :)
     
  24. Dane

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    #24 Dane, May 11, 2006
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    Thanks, folks, for the nice responses. As far as blowing stuff up, all I can say is that it's done a pretty darn good job when asked. We are always wanting to get into the fight more and more. However, we're reminded that we, alone, aren't here to win the fight. There are fighters, bombers and artillery helping out, too!

    I'm the guy standing on the wing facing away. We were watching a couple of Apache's working a range nearby. A combat photographer took the photo without us knowing. For some reason, I dig that shot.

    Thank you, again, for the kind words and the support.

    Dane
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  25. Ulmis

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    Cheers warrior

    Have fun with that incredible machine of yours
     

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