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UKdragon
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U-2 retirement

Post by UKdragon » Sat Jan 13, 2024 10:09 am

I don't see any discussion of this important topic on here, so here's a link to my latest post on the subject. From there, you can also read my earlier posts explaining (and bemoaning) the decision:

https://dragonladytoday.com/2024/01/07/ ... e-retired/

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Re: U-2 retirement

Post by Supra » Sat Jan 13, 2024 5:27 pm

Well, according to the linked article that's looking like the 'Clinically overweight singer identifying as a female of good upbringing' is about to practice her vocal scales? (I'm adjusting to PC.speak slowly like wot they/them/it told me!) ;)
The last anonymous comment requires verification, but surely time to examine this claimed drawdown more closely. Article comment quotes..."It began *yesterday with 80-1065 retiring" (*Fri 12th Jan 2024) :unsure:

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Re: U-2 retirement

Post by Nighthawk237 » Sat Jan 13, 2024 7:32 pm

Beale reported the retirement of 80-1065 this week:

https://www.facebook.com/BealeAirForceB ... cale=en_GB

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Re: U-2 retirement

Post by Yammer » Sat Jan 13, 2024 8:41 pm

80-1065 being a two seater conversion trainer/proficiency checker - ie the end is nearing

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