Originally Posted by
nwaf16dude
Could be, I just don't know. As a 14 year FO, I've never had the pleasure of flying with a new hire.
Fighter guys should show up with a clear understanding that rotation rates are variable depending on takeoff conditions. A clean F16 at sea level on a cold day vs a war load at bagram in July. Very different airplanes, very different takeoffs.
I remember taking off in an F-4 with 3 full external tanks, 6 MK-82's and an ECM pod. It was a 100 degree day and could barely feel the burners kick in. Also remember taking off MSY-LAX, flaps 25 and a loooong take off rol on RWY 01. 10/28 was closed.