FA-18 crash in Va Beach

[Merlin99 (Premo)]

Originally Posted by VoteJP

The F18 was always a deficient aircraft, as it had system failures from its very beginning, but Ronald Reagan demanding the F18 to be the next generation fighter even when the aircraft was known to be substandard and deficient.

The Reagan administration knew the aircraft was not up to par but they just ordered the Navy to fix the problems and to start using the F18 anyway.

It was an arrogant demand which the Navy could not say no to.

The "is JPC a loser" poll was running neck and neck up until this point, it's taken a drastic turn since then.

[Baja28 (Premo)]

Originally Posted by desertrat

I did not know the F-18 couldn't fly on one engine. Maybe the failure caused other problems? Like flying pieces cutting lines and wires?

They can fly on one engine. May not be able to sustain a take off on one though depending on his fuel and load out. The damaged engine may have caused other damage as well.

[chernmax]

I use to live in the same area where that crash was off of Birdneck Road and 24th Street in the late 80's. Jets use to fly right over our apartment building almost every day. During flight ops you had to keep the TV remote in your hand to constantly adjust the volume because of the loud jet noise! I swear it seemed like we had wheel marks on our apartment roof because the jets flew so low when landing!

[Wenchy (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Dixie

I'm babbling - I just love his books!

I was fortunate enough to live in SC when The Water is Wide came out. Pat's brother was our next door neighbor. I was 8 years old at the time and his brother told him I was an avid reader. I was presented with a signed copy from the first printing. Unfortunately, I have no idea where the book is. We've moved so much since I received that book.

I believe I have read all of his books. He does mention my Grandfather in Beach Music. Segregation was a big part of both (actually, all of our lives)

One of these days I'm going to write him a letter.

I have a feeling I'll be invited to sweet tea.

My sister is heading to Charleston on Tuesday. I'm jealous.

[twinoaks207 (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Wenchy

I was fortunate enough to live in SC when The Water is Wide came out. Pat's brother was our next door neighbor. I was 8 years old at the time and his brother told him I was an avid reader. I was presented with a signed copy from the first printing. Unfortunately, I have no idea where the book is. We've moved so much since I received that book.

I believe I have read all of his books. He does mention my Grandfather in Beach Music. Segregation was a big part of both (actually, all of our lives)

One of these days I'm going to write him a letter.

I have a feeling I'll be invited to sweet tea.

My sister is heading to Charleston on Tuesday. I'm jealous.

Go for it and let us know what happens!

I'll be jealous with you -- I just love Charleston! I've been there twice and would jump at a chance to go back again. I told hubby if we ever hit Mega- Millions, I'm buying a house in Charleston (with AC for him, and a big 'ole porch for me!).

[Wenchy (Premo)]

Originally Posted by twinoaks207

Go for it and let us know what happens!

I'll be jealous with you -- I just love Charleston! I've been there twice and would jump at a chance to go back again. I told hubby if we ever hit Mega- Millions, I'm buying a house in Charleston (with AC for him, and a big 'ole porch for me!).

I love SC. I want one of those waterfront homes. Nobody would like me and I don't care. Savannah GA is also a favorite. I am a Southern Gal.

[twinoaks207 (Premo)]

Originally Posted by Wenchy

I love SC. I want one of those waterfront homes. Nobody would like me and I don't care. Savannah GA is also a favorite. I am a Southern Gal.

I need to go back to Savannah -- was only there once for 3 days and 2 nights and it wasn't nearly enough time to explore everything! (combo trip with Charleston -- short detour to Beaufort). Loved the Riverwalk, the squares, and the East Bay Inn (where we stayed). Would go back there in a heartbeat!

(And we visited in July! Hot, hot, hot! Did get to see fireworks on the 4th in Charleston, though -- impressive!!)

[bcp (Premo)]

Charleston is nice, but I personally do not like city living.
I make it a point to stay out of cities.

[Mabus]

Goose Creek was a #### hole, and probably still is

[Dixie]

Originally Posted by Mabus

Goose Creek was a #### hole, and probably still is

I am a Goose Creek High School graduate. You have offended me. I challenge you to a duel.