Yesterday, the Flying Tiger tigers held their July 2012 Graduation Ceremony! The following cadets graduated from FT201 and were commissioned as 2nd Lt's: -2nd Lt. Daisydude Resident -2nd Lt. Caimartinjg Resident
The following cadets graduated from FT401 and received their AVG Wings and China Wings: -2nd Lt. Charles Gilde -2nd Lt. Leo Ravenheart -2nd Lt. Nhnavywolf Resident
The following officers were honored for their new rank appointments: -Major Toscha Vayandar -Captain ChastityNo Weston -Captain Paul Partridge -1st Lt. Sodak Xeltentant
Major Detox Exonar was given one last salute and a standing ovation, for his service and dedication to the Flying Tigers. Speeches of the day included the Welcome Speech by Major Nil1965 Resident and the Closing Speech by Major General Giano. Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn gave an excellent speech about the heart of the Flying Tigers. Brigadier General Kuhn also provided a flyover before the graduation ceremony. Below are photos from yesterday's graduation ceremony:
We are pleased to announce the creation of the new 23rd Wing Jet School! The 23rd Wing Jet School will be ran by 23rd Wing CO Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn, who is also the new school's creator. Brigadier Kuhn described the new school as "a way to improve pilot's knowledge and skills as jet fighter pilots.."
Furthermore it gives us all a chance to get to know each other. As a pilot of the 23rd Wing, and a member of a fighter squadron, its up to each of us what we want to make of it.
Graduates of the Jet School will receive Certificates of Completion from the Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy.
The new 23rd Wing Jet School is open to aviators who meet the following requirements:
1. You must have completed FT101 and FT201 to be eligible to enroll in the 23rd Wing Jet School.
2. You must be an intern or active duty member with a squadron/unit that is part of the 23rd Wing or an intern or member of a modern Flying Tigers' Command squadron/unit.
3. You must complete all of the requirements at the 23rd Wing Jet School in order to receive your Certificate of Completion, which will be handed out at a Flying Tigers' Academy Graduation Ceremony.
4. If you are a cadet at the Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy and you complete the 23rd Wing Jet School, this does not mean you have completed the Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy. You must still complete all of the requirements at the Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy to be considered active duty, to earn your Combat Certification (if you elect this path), and to be eligible in the future for rank promotions with the Flying Tigers.
To enroll in the new 23rd Wing Jet School, please complete the form below:
Today the Flying Tigers' Academy graduated it newest 2nd LT's and it's newest certified pilots! Events started at 12pm slt with a Golden Tigers' Flyover. The Golden Tigers' Flyover consisted of Col. Roberto McAndrews, 1st. LT. Paul Patridge, and Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn.
The ceremony started with a moment of silence to remember the brave men and women of WW2 and Maj. Nil Resident giving a inspirational welcome speech:
"Dear Commanders, Officers, Pilots, Cadets and Aviators, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a great honor for me today to hold the Opening Speech. I may not be that good in speeches alone rather than actions, nevertheless I grab the challenge to express my views and points given today's celebration of graduation of the new perspective Officers to be.
I am almost a year now within the big family of Flying Tigers, having experienced fun, challenges, drama even at times, but all in all, like all families, at the end we gather together, stronger and continue, wiser even. Today another group of cadets are completing their Academic training, while others are finishing the preliminary orientation and basic training, entering the last phase of their Academic program.
It is with joy and satisfaction to see younger and older people to express their interest to the Flying Tigers, joining the group, enrolling the Academy and entering the hierarchy. The Flying Tigers' values of LOYALTY - RESPECT - TRUTH - COURAGE - HONOR - JUSTICE - CHARITY - HUMILITY are virtues developed and last through whole human-kind history, and as such there are Core Values of our species distinguish our civilization and culture.
Herewith we honor those that fought for those values throughought the dark ages of our history, focused especially to the contemporary century events of WW2 where Flying Tigers formed and wrote their history and inspired younger generations and definitely our SL theme in here, but also we expand our activities and pay tribute, respect and honor to all flying era from Orville and Wilbur Wright, the two aviation pioneers who invented and built the world's first successful airplane and making the first controlled, powered and sustained heavier-than-air human flight, on December 17, 1903 up to today's modern state-of-art hi-tech jets and even the space era.
We share our love for open and blue skies, the thrill of flying, the memory of our history and our duty to be prepared. I welcome all of you entering the legendary Flying Tigers, I congratulate all of you for your progress and wish you better days with joy and fulfillment.
Go Tigers Go - HUA!"
After this speech, the FT201 graduates were announced and received their 2ND LT Silver bars! Today's FT201 graduates were:
Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn presented the FT401 graduates and gave a speech on why it was important to participate and belong in such a group as the Flying Tigers. Today's FT401 graduates were:
2ND LT. ELRIK MERLIN
2ND LT. DAVEDORM GAFFER
Brigadier General Kuhn also commended newly appointed 1st Squadron CO, 1ST LT. Frederiko Laval. Flying Tigers' CO Major General Giano swore all graduates in and lead each cadet in the Flying Tigers' Officer Oath. General Giano wrapped up the ceremony with his closing speech, which reminded everyone of why it was important to keep the memory of WW2 alive and how important it is to never forget WW2. Below are photos from the graduation ceremony:
After the ceremony, everyone headed to Amelias' Pilot Lounge for a 90 minute vintage party with DJ Cath! DJ Cath played many popular tunes from the 1920s to 1950s. Below are photos from this event:
Join us on Saturday, June 30, 2102 at 12pm slt as the Flying Tigers' graduate it's latest 2nd LT.'s and pilots! Graduation will be held at the WW2 Memorial and the uniform o the day is the Flying Tigers' Class A Khaki uniform. All graduating cadets should report to the WW2 Memorial at 1130 am slt for a briefing of the ceremony.
The Flying Tigers' has reognized into new commands. The purpose of these new commands is to strengthen the group and to streamline organizations. The new commands, followed by their OIC's are:
FLYING TIGERS MODERN COMMAND - Brig. General Vickster Kuhn, OIC
The new command structure incorporates the organization of our various aircraft and themes into commands. Each command will be headed by an OIC who will be responsible for leading similar themed aircraft and themes. The new command structure is as follows and is effective immediately.
The Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy has also recognized. FT301 has been redesigned and is now 100% online. FT401 has been split into two tracks: combat and non combat.
On Saturday, May 19, 2012, the Flying Tigers held their May 19, 2012 graduation! A combined total of 16 FT201 and FT401 cadets graduated!
Events started with a flyover by the Golden Tigers! Captain Umaga started events with a great welcome speech, which set the tone of graduation. After the welcome speech, Colonel Mumfuzz announced the FT201 graduates, who were later sworn in by Major General Giano and commissioned at 2nd LT's:
Each of the FT401 graduates received their AVG and pilot wings! Major General Giano closed out the ceremony and swore the new graduates in! Below are photos from graduation, courtesy of photographer Amy Iadyl:
After the graduation ceremony, everyone partied at Amelias' Pilot Lounge, which had been decorated to look like a vintage ballroom. New 2nd LT and Amelias' DJ, Anakin, played 2 hours of 1930s and 1940s tunes, to keep everyone in the mood:
On Saturday, May 19, 2012, at 12pm slt, the Flying Tigers' Academy will hold its May 2012 graduation ceremony! The ceremony will be held at our WW2 Memorial, which is located on the WW2 Pacific Sim. Below is a schedule of events:
FLYING TIGERS MAY GRADUATION CEREMONY PROGRAM
-1145 am slt - All graduating cadets should report to the WW2 Memorial
-12pm slt - Golden Tiger's Flyover
-After the Golden Tiger's Flyover, the ceremony will begin:
-Introduction of Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn - Jessii2009 Warrhol
-Welcome Address - Brigadier General Vickster Kuhn
-Introduction of FT201 Academy Officer Colonel Whitewolf Mumfuzz - Jessii2009 Warrhol
-Announcement of FT201 Graduates and Awarding of Certificates - Colonel Whitewolf Mumfuzz
-Introduction of FT401 Academy Officer Captain Kahn Umaga - Jessii2009 Warrhol
-Announcement of FT401 Graduates and Awarding of Certificates- Captain Kahn Umaga
-Introduction of Flying Tigers' CO Major General Guracouyo Giano- Jessii2009 Warrhol
-Swearing in of new Flying Tigers' Pilots (FT401 Graduates) - Major General Guarocuya Giano
-Closing Address - Major General Guarocuya Giano
-Ceremony Dismissal - Jessii2009 Warrhol
**After the ceremony dismissal, all graduates should gather near the stage, so that Flying Tigers' Photographer, Maddy Maskelyne can take photos of the graduates and officers.**
On Saturday, the first pilots who are enrolled in our new online Academy format, participated in the new orientation sessions for the Academy! The first orientation session was held jointly by Flying Tigers' CO Maj. Gen. G. Giano and Col. Whitewolf Mumfuzz! Below are photos of the orientation (taken by Maddy Maskelyne):
We are pleased to announce the new Flying Tigers' Pilot Academy format! With this format, FT101 and FT201 will be taken online and FT301 and FT401 will be taken in person and in Second Life! With the two courses being online, future pilots no longer have to wait to take the first two courses and can access the courses anywhere they have access to a computer or internet! You can view our new academy page by clicking academy on this site or by clicking the screenshot below:
We have also automated the enlistment process! You can fill out our handy online enlistment form to begin your career as a pilot with the SL Flying Tigers!
Yesterday the Flying Tigers welcomed their newest pilots! Events started with a Golden Tiger's flyover, then everyone was seated as they were welcomed by Brigadier General Devyn Smythe. Master of Ceremonies Lt. Col. Sg Wonder announced all graduated and presented the Meritious Service Medal to 2nd Lt. Humphrey Smythe. All graduates were later sworn in by Flying Tigers' CO Maj. General Giano. Below is a complete listing of all graduates:
FT401 Graduates and Interns:
1st LT Humprey Knots Murrdon Smythe
2nd Lt 高博文 Ko Boman
New FT Active Duty Officers:
Lt Humprey Knots Murrdon Smythe-1st Pursuit Sqn " Adam & Eves" Executive Officer(XO)
2nd Lt 高博文 Ko Boman --11th Bombardment Sqn. (Heavy)
The Flying Tigers Academy also received certification from the War Department. Special thanks to the following squadrons for their aviation service at the graduation:
The Golden Tigers, the 11th Bombardment Squadron, the 74th Squadron, and the 1st Squadron. Special thanks to CENTCOM Col. Whitewolf Mumfuzz for providing the escort flight for the Flying Tigers' CO, Maj. General Giano.
Congratulations to all of our new pilots!! Below are photos from the event and video coverage from the Live Streaming of the graduation:
2nd Lt. Xiolin Skytower has completed FT 401 and is now eligible to test one week from today.
Congratulations to 2nd Lt. Kahn Umaga ! 2nd Lt. Kahn Umaga has completed the SLFT Flight Academy, passed the final Flight Test, and earned the AVG pilot wings on 3-17-2012"
On Saturday, February 25, 2012, the Flying Tigers' Academy held a graduation ceremony and welcomed their new pilots! The following LT's graduated and were received warmly by their fellow Flying Tigers:
The graduation started with the Flying Tigers' CO, Maj. General Giano being choppered into the ceremony and escorted by LTC SilgentG Wonder and Colonel Whitewolf Mumfuzz. Everyone was then treated to a fly over by the Golden Tigers team, lead by Brig. General Vickster Kuhn. Ceremonies then kicked off with a welcoming speech by CO Maj. General Giano, which reflected on the history and spirit of WW2.
The following graduates were cited for various honors:
OCS GRADUATES
Officer Candidate School grads
2nd Lt Fauster Frieman
2nd Lt Willie Fall
2nd LT Sodak Xeltentat
FT 301 GRADS ( PILOT WING RECEIPIENTS)
-- 2nd LT Sodak Xeltentat has completed his non combat portiom of the Flight acacemy and earned his Pilots wings and he has chosen the 1st Pursuit " Adam& Eves" Squadron under the command of Captain Cyberella Dubratt as his intern squadron. He is enrolled in the combat class FT 401
on the way to earning his AVG Fighter pilot wings.
-- 2nd LT Humprey KNOTS Murrdon Smythe has completed his non combat portion of the Flight academy and earned his Pilots wings and he has chosen the 11th bombardment sq for his internship under the command or Major Detox Exonar. He is enrolled in the combat class FT 401 andon the way to earning his AVG Fighter pilot wings.
Check the blog and the Flying Tigers' group in world for information about next month's graduation ceremony and view photos from this historic day:
"Congratulations to Cadet Zanadu Carissa:!
The following cadet has completed all course work for FT 101 at the SL Flying Tigers Academy on February 18, 2012. He may enter FT 201 on or after February 20, 2012. If a red alert is called FT 101 cadets are expected to man the AA guns at Tribute ,if they are online and available."
"2nd LT Sodak Xeltentat has completed all the course work for FT 301 and may take the FT 301 test on or after February 20th,
2012."
