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[–] 4 points 2 years ago (1 child)

Bush was a fighter pilot, though, in the 70s.

In order to get out of fighting in Vietnam, he joined the air national guard. Never flew a mission and ended up getting grounded because he didn't complete a physical on time in 1972.

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    We're splitting hairs here, but to me, never flying a mission and getting grounded means he was never a 'fighter pilot.'

    I mean, we agree on the basics and have a mildly different interpretation of the terms.

    Have a safe and happy holiday season

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  • [–] 1 point 2 years ago (1 child)

    A large portion of fighter pilots don't actually fly a mission or a mission that involves weapons activation. That doesn't make them any less of a fighter pilot. Most of the time they are training or just protecting assets.

    But if you want to walk up to these guys and suggest they are not a fighter pilot cause they didn't kill anyone yet then go ahead.

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