Deisel 38 #1 August 14, 2012 http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/skydivers-land-submarine-base-ga-coast-17000020 I've never jumped at St Mary's but have to assume that this gets discussed. And for those that don't know; submarine bases have nuclear weapons on them. These are some of the handfull of places where Deadly Force is no shit authorized. Act of God my ass. Learn to read weather, spot the aircraft, and fly your canopy. Amazingly, if you do this your chances of landing out decrease dramatically. If you exit later in the jump run, you must reverify that the spot is still valid from where the green light first came on. Don't assume that you're good just because everyone else got out! Let's stay heads up out there guys. DThe brave may not live forever, but the timid never live at all. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #2 August 14, 2012 Not a first, but the navy does not like to talk about it. Richard Marcinko (sp?) used to do that for a living when he was a SEAL. He jumped, swam, crawled, into a variety of naval bases and embarrassed so many base commanders that he was "encouraged to retire from the navy." Those sort of military skills may be valuable in war-time, but embarrass too many politically-important officers during peace-time. Now Marcinco makes his living writing fictional versions of what he used to do for a living. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimjumper 25 #3 August 14, 2012 Actually he was asked to retire after a whole lot of expensive stuff that he signed for and authorized use of ended up missing! He was a whole lot better as a Seal than he was at logistics. He also got the Navy sued when he kidnapped the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station civilain head of security at his home as a way to gain access to the base during an excercise. The civilian signed employment waivers so he couldn't sue but after waving guns in his wife's face at her civilian home, she sued and got a whole pile of money! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #4 August 14, 2012 Didn't he get in trouble for 'capturing' Air Force One as well? ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
normiss 798 #5 August 14, 2012 Yessiree! Dig his knives he designed as well....although I don't have one of the Striders, I do have a couple of Kershaws that seem to have based it's design on the RW-1 and 2. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airsport 0 #6 August 14, 2012 Quote http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/skydivers-land-submarine-base-ga-coast-17000020 I've never jumped at St Mary's but have to assume that this gets discussed. And for those that don't know; submarine bases have nuclear weapons on them. These are some of the handfull of places where Deadly Force is no shit authorized. Act of God my ass. Learn to read weather, spot the aircraft, and fly your canopy. Amazingly, if you do this your chances of landing out decrease dramatically. If you exit later in the jump run, you must reverify that the spot is still valid from where the green light first came on. Don't assume that you're good just because everyone else got out! Let's stay heads up out there guys. D New jump pilot, working around some build ups. 2 landed on the DZ and the other 2 felt like the baseball diamonds were a better option... There's a good bit of no-mans land between the exit point and the DZ. As Roger Nelson used to say "Better mud than blood." The DZ has a very complete drop zone orientation video that every new jumper sees prior to make their first jump. It shows P-50 and the base fence line. From my position they did the best they could do under the circumstances. No green light just a Cessna 182... I know big door with a great view. I personally point out the "Nuclear Super Max Prison" that is P-50. I tell em that "there is a laser that will turn you to ashes before you hit the ground....." I'm pretty sure that gets the message across. The base extends quite far around P-50. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airsport 0 #7 August 14, 2012 QuoteNot a first, but the navy does not like to talk about it. Richard Marcinko (sp?) used to do that for a living when he was a SEAL. He jumped, swam, crawled, into a variety of naval bases and embarrassed so many base commanders that he was "encouraged to retire from the navy." Those sort of military skills may be valuable in war-time, but embarrass too many politically-important officers during peace-time. Now Marcinco makes his living writing fictional versions of what he used to do for a living. I'm sure Dick wouldn't have as much success these days... Things have changed! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Arvoitus 1 #8 August 15, 2012 QuoteActually he was asked to retire after a whole lot of expensive stuff that he signed for and authorized use of ended up missing! He was a whole lot better as a Seal than he was at logistics. He also got the Navy sued when he kidnapped the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station civilain head of security at his home as a way to gain access to the base during an excercise. The civilian signed employment waivers so he couldn't sue but after waving guns in his wife's face at her civilian home, she sued and got a whole pile of money! Sounds like a guy who knew how to get things done.Your rights end where my feelings begin. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
riggerrob 643 #9 August 15, 2012 QuoteQuoteActually he was asked to retire after a whole lot of expensive stuff that he signed for and authorized use of ended up missing! He was a whole lot better as a Seal than he was at logistics. He also got the Navy sued when he kidnapped the Seal Beach Naval Weapons Station civilain head of security at his home as a way to gain access to the base during an excercise. The civilian signed employment waivers so he couldn't sue but after waving guns in his wife's face at her civilian home, she sued and got a whole pile of money! Sounds like a guy who knew how to get things done. ......................................................................... People like Marchinco (sp?) are valuable in wartime, but embarrassing in peace-time. e.g. Yes, we told you to shoot officers, but please limit your shooting to ENEMY officers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
obelixtim 150 #10 August 15, 2012 QuotePeople like Marchinco (sp?) are valuable in wartime, but embarrassing in peace-time. e.g. Yes, we told you to shoot officers, but please limit your shooting to ENEMY officers Sometimes the enemy officers are the less dangerous ones.My computer beat me at chess, It was no match for me at kickboxing.... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #11 August 16, 2012 QuoteQuotePeople like Marchinco (sp?) are valuable in wartime, but embarrassing in peace-time. e.g. Yes, we told you to shoot officers, but please limit your shooting to ENEMY officers Sometimes the enemy officers are the less dangerous ones. And that is the truth. SparkyMy idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rockola 0 #12 August 17, 2012 Quote Sometimes the enemy officers are the less dangerous ones. Gospel according to Stalin? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
