Tag Archives: NATOPS manuals

Writer’s NATOPS

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Joe Clark

In the days of flying tactical jets, I spent time reading the NATOPS manual and pocket checklist (PCL). Carrying the PCL in the lower pocket of your G-suit could sometimes keep you out of trouble and if you found yourself … Continue reading →

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Remember Today?

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Joe Clark

Twenty-five years ago today, I was learning to fly the A-7 Corsair. My base was NAS Cecil Field in Jacksonville, FL on this particular day in 1986 and I would finally have a chance to watch one of the Shuttles … Continue reading →

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