VUSAF NEWS ARCHIVE

Nov. 5, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: Gen. Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Re: Events that were to happen this weekend

    I have to express my great disappointment on all of those that did not show up to the events that were being held this weekend.  I blame the C/O and X/O's for the lack of attendance of the pilots.  It is your responsibility as C/O and X/O's to get your man under you to assist these events.  But there is a limits to what the C/O and X/O's can do they cant force the man under them to participate.  It has to come from each member.  If you don' want to be part of the VUSAF I will appreciate that you send me a email or an message by ICQ with your resignation at once.  From now one ALL C/O and X/O's of squadrons as well as C/O and X/O's of wings to report to me on a daily bases if you can I will expect a good reason why you can't.  I will also expect all C/O and X/O's of each squadron to contact there man at once for a weekly flight.  Which I will ask for a report to be sent to me once the flight is done.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Nov. 4, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Events for this Evening.

    The F/A Checkered Flag Comp. will begin at 1300 hrs (1:00 P.M.) Pacific Time for the 389th and 391st Fighter squadrons. Please meet over ICQ. Once everyone arrives the event will begin.  The Battle with the Phantom Warriors of the 377th fighter squadron will begin tonight at 2000 hrs (9:00 P.M.) Central Standard Time. The pilots of the 390th should meet over ICQ with Col. Raven at that time.  I wish you all good luck and Gods speed.

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 31, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Awards

    Congratulations to Maj. Wes "BlackRose" Coll. As of November 1st, Maj. BlackRose has been an active member of the VUSAF for one full year. Because of this achievement, Maj. BlackRose has been awarded the Air Force Good Conduct Medal and the Air Force Longevity Service award. I extend my thanks for his dedication and hard work in this squad.

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 29, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Return of Gen. Sandman.

    Please welcome back General Josh "Sandman" Williams from retirement. Good to have him back.

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 24, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Promotion

    It is with great pleasure to announce that 1Lt. Frank "Sting" Linkenberg has been promoted to the rank of Captain. He has served the VUSAF for six months and has completed all tasks that have been assigned to him. I want to personally thank "Sting" for his support of the squadron and its members. Congratulations! Please adjust your ICQ contacts appropriately.

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 22, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Graduation/New Member

    Great News, 2Lt. Andrew "GG Liddy" Preece has graduated from F/A Bomber Training with honors and has been assigned to the 34th Bomber Squadron. He has also been promoted to the rank of 1Lt.
Also, please welcome 2Lt. Jay "Bullzye" Perry to the squadron. He will be flying F/A. Welcome Bullzye!

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 20, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Graduation/New Member

    Everyone please congratulate 2Lt. Andrew "Maverick" Olesen on graduating with honors from the Virtual United States Air Force USAF training program. His performance during training was unparallel. Please give him a pat on the back for his promotion to 1Lt. Maverick is now ready to take on new responsibilities in his new squadron, the 390th Fighter Squadron of the 366th Composite Wing. Good job Maverick and keep up the good work.  We would also like to welcome 2Lt. Scott "Relik" Wingerter to the squadron. He will be flying USAF when he completes his training. Please update your ICQ contact lists. Thank you.

BGen. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 15, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Promotion and News

    The Virtual United States Command would like to announce the promotion of Col. Paul "Dragon" Boliou to the rank of Brig. General. Congratulation!
Also from now on when I will not be around Gen. Dragon will be in command of the VUSAF until I return. I hope that this will not happen often. Thank you.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Oct. 14, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: New Member/Discharge/Separation

    First the good news. We would like to extend a warm welcome to 2Lt. Trevor "Sniper" Salisbury into the squadron. He will be flying USAF after he completes training. We hope that your stay with us is a great experience.
We regret to inform everyone of the following discharge. Effective today Capt. Kenny "ArmyPuke" Koh has been dishonorably discharged from the Virtual United States Air Force on reasons of inactivity and lack of participation in squadron functions. Capt. ArmyPuke also demonstrated an unwillingness to inform us of his decision in leaving us. Please adjust your ICQ contact lists accordingly.
Finally, 2Lt. Alan "NightWolf" Dekeyser has separated from the Virtual United States Air Force. We wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors. We hope that he enjoyed his short stay with us and look forward to seeing him in the skies again. Thank you.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Oct. 4, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Promotion/New Member

    Congratulations to 1Lt. Micah "Rage" Munger. He has been promoted to the rank of Captain and has been assigned as the Executive officer of the 389th. Also we would like to welcome Capt. Ben "Fasu1" Jones to the squadron. He has been assigned to the 389th as well. Welcome!

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Sept. 28, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Graduation/Promotion

    Congratulations to 2Lt. Chris "Tube" Martin, he has completed his training for USAF and has been awarded the Air Force Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon for his outstanding performance during training. he has also been promoted to 1Lt. and assigned to the 390th Fighter Squadron. Good Job Tube, keep up the good work.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Sept. 26, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Promotions and Reassignments

    First of all Congratulations on the following promotions, Capt. Havoc to Maj. (You have also been given command of the 391st Fighter Squadron) and 1Lt. Ghost to Capt. (You have been given the Executive Officer position of the 391st Fighter Squadron). Also Maj. Splatt has requested to be put into reserve status. He is now assigned to the 340th TRS VAFRC. Good job to our promotion's. Thank You.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Sept. 24, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Meeting Sunday night/Graduation/Promotion

    First of all we would like to inform everyone that our squadron meetings are on Sunday nights. We will now have two meetings in an attempt to accommodate everyone. There will be a meeting for the Eastern and Central time zones hosted by Gen. Mac (time of meeting forth coming) and a meeting for the members located in the Mountain and Pacific time zones of the U.S. hosted by Col. Dragon. This meeting (for Pacific and Mountain) will be at 8:00 PM (2000 hrs) Pacific time. Please email the VUSAF Command if you have any questions.
We would also like to congratulate 2Lt. Cowboy on his graduation from basic flight training. He has been promoted to 1Lt. and has been assigned to the 389th Fighter Squadron. Please update your ICQ lists accordingly.
Please congratulate LtCol. Raven on his recent promotion to full bird Col. You deserve it Raven and we all hope that you will continue your devotion to this squadron. Thank you.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Sept. 23, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: New Members

    Please welcome the following new members to our squad; 2Lt. Alan "NightWolf" Dekeyser, 2Lt. Andrew "Maverick" Olesen and 2Lt. Shawn "Reaper" Chabot. Please make it your every effort to welcome these individuals to our ranks. Thank you.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Sept. 22, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Graduation from Training and New Member

    We would like to congratulate 2Lt. Micah "Rage" Munger on his completion of training. He has been promoted to 1Lt and assigned to the 389th Fighter Squadron. We would also like to welcome 2Lt. Kyle "Viper" Kalideen to the fold, we hope that you enjoy your stay.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Sept. 18, 2000
To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Change of Command

    LtCol. Raven has been moved up to be the C/O of the 366th Composite Wing.  This is due to the withdraw of LtCol. Hawkeye.  Congrats on your move LtCol.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Sept. 13, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: New Members

    We would like to welcome 2Lt. Andrew "GG.Liddy" Preece to the VUSAF.  Welcome aboard! We hope that your stay with us is a great experience.  

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

Sept. 10, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Medal and New Members.

    We would like to congratulate LtCol. Raven. He has been awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal for his contributions and hard work towards training requirements and his "Jump Start" on our USAF program. Thank you Raven for committing so much time and effort to the squad. We would also like to welcome two new members into the fold, 1Lt. Scott "Ghost" Terrill and Maj. Kale "Ace" LeBlanc. Welcome aboard! We hope that your stay with us is a great experience.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Aug. 28, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Promotion and Honorable Discharge's.

    We would like to congratulate 1Lt. Kent "Neo" Furman on his recent promotion to Captain. We hope that he will continue to perform his duties in an excellent manner and continue to uphold and maintain the high standards of the VUSAF. We also regretfully inform everyone of some Honorable discharges of the following individuals, Maj. Dabus, 2Lt. FireWolf, 2Lt. Cougar, 2Lt. Redraft and 2Lt. IceFire. These pilots were discharged because of their continued inactivity and lack of participation in squadron functions and meetings. These members leave the squadron in good standing. We will continue to have formal relations with them. Please update your ICQ contact list appropriately.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

Aug. 22, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: New Member.

    We would like to welcome 2Lt. John "Kamikaze" Schroeder to the fold. We are glad to have him aboard. He will be flying USAF for us as soon as he completes his training. Please welcome him if you see him in our virtual hallways.

Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

July 29, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: Medals and Promotions.

    We would like to congratulate the following individuals for receiving the Air Force Longevity Medal for at least a full year of service in the VUSAF. Gen. Mac, LtGen. Adler, BGen. TwoEagles, LtCol. Dragon, Maj. DaBus, and Maj. Viper. We have also awarded these individuals with the Air Force Good Conduct medal. The VUSAF Command would also like to announce and congratulate LtCol. Dragon on his promotion to full bird Col.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

July 28, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
Re: New branch, Promotions, and Operation Foal Eagle.

    Today we have opened a new branch of the VUSAF the Virtual Air Force Reserve Command.  This will be were all inactive members of the VUSAF will be placed until they send a message or email to the VUSAF Command.  I would also like to congratulate all the members of the VUSAF that have passed there training plus does who were promoted to Capt by meaning of the fitness test.  I would also like to congratulate those who participated in Operation Foal Eagle.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

June 18, 2000

To: Virtual United States Air Force members
From: The Virtual United States Air Force Command
            The Virtual Air Combat Command
Re: Promotions and Awards.

      I would like to congratulate members of the 366th Composite Wing on their participation in Operation Cuban Cigar.  The following members have been awarded the Air Force Combat Readiness Ribbon for their participation,

1Lt. Kenny “ArmyPuke” Koh 391st Fighter Squadron
1Lt. Wes “BlackRose” Coll 389th Fighter Squadron
1Lt. Chris “Havoc” Baggett 391st Fighter Squadron
1Lt. Rick “MadMax” Davis 389th Fighter Squadron
1Lt. Pat “Splatt” Curlin 389th Fighter Squadron
1Lt. Frank “Sting” Linkenberg 391st Fighter Squadron

    I am also pleased to announce the winners of the 1st Promotion Fitness Examination and Competition.  This competition was close and all participants displayed leadership ability.  It is my pleasure to promote the following individuals to the Rank of Captain,

Capt. Wes “BlackRose” Coll 389th Fighter Squadron
Capt. Pat “Splatt” Curlin 389th Fighter Squadron

  Please change your ICQ call sign as appropriate.  BlackRose has also been selected as the Executive officer of the 389th Fighter Squadron.  Splatt has been transferred and assigned as the Executive officer of the 391st Fighter Squadron.  ArmyPuke has been reassigned to the 389th Fighter Squadron.  Congratulations to all and I look forward to flying with you all again!

Lt.Col. Paul “Dragon” Boliou
Commander, Virtual Air Combat Command

June 12, 2000

To: VACC Command
From: VUSAF Command
Re: Combat Readiness Exercise 
Date of Operations: From June 14, 2000 till June 16, 2000
Name of Operation: Operation Cuban Cigar

    The elements of the 366th Wing will be deployed to Key West airbase.  To test their combat readiness.  All who take part in this operation will be awarded the Combat Readiness medal. More information will be given out by the Intelligence office.  All personal should report to VACC command ASAP for further instructions.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
VUSAF Chief of Staff

June 8, 2000

To: To: All VUSAF members
From: VUSAF Command
Re: Squadron Move

    The 20th Wing has been closed down.  In its place we opened the 366th Wing.  The reason for this is that the 366th Wing is a composite Wing.  Which is composed of four squadrons which fly different air craft.  Now we have a Wing the fly the B-1 Bomber, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-15C Eagle and the F-15E Strike Eagle.  The VUSAF thinks that by opening the 366th Wing we have a more capable unit that can do more than one thing.  One of the 366th squadron is already full.  The 389th Fighter squadron flies the F-16 Fighting Falcon.  This squadron is comprised of the old 79th Fighter Squadron.  The next squadron to open is the 391st Fighter Squadron which flies the F-15E Strike Eagle.  This squad has no C/O so until one is appointed Lt. Col Dragon will fill this position.  More changes are in the not to far future.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

Lt. Gen. Brad "Adler" Meyer
JAG Commander, VUSAF

Brig. Gen. Steve "Whiteway" Twoeagles
Air Education and Training Commander, VUSAF

June 7, 2000

To: All VUSAF members
From: VUSAF Command
Re: Promotion & Awards 

    I would like to start of with promotions.  Lt. Sting and Lt. ArmyPuke.  All have been promoted to the rank of 1st Lt.  As well the where all awarded the training ribbon for there completion of training.   Lt. Sting and Lt. ArmyPuke have been awarded the Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon.  For excellence in all phases of academic and military training.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

Lt. Gen. Brad "Adler" Meyer
JAG Commander, VUSAF

Brig. Gen. Steve "Whiteway" Twoeagles
Air Education and Training Commander, VUSAF

May 20, 2000

To: All VUSAF members
From: VUSAF Command
Re: Promotion & Awards 

    I would like to start of with promotions.  Lt. BlackRose, Lt. Splatt, and Lt. MadMax.  All have been promoted to the rank of 1st Lt.  As well the where all awarded the training ribbon for there completion of training.  1st Lt. MadMax was awarded the Basic Military Training Honor Graduate Ribbon.  For excellence in all phases of academic and military training.  And 1st. Lt BlackRose was awarded the  Air Force Achievement Medal. For his meritorious achievements.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

Lt. Gen. Brad "Adler" Meyer
JAG Commander, VUSAF

Brig. Gen. Steve "Whiteway" Twoeagles
Air Education and Training Commander, VUSAF

May 20, 2000

To: All VUSAF members

From: Gen. Francisco "Mac" Lugo

Re: Opening of New branches 

    To all members of the VUSAF.  I just wanted to be the first to let you know that the VUSAF has opened to new branches of the VUSAF which are the VACC and the VAMC.  As you all know the VACC is going to be commanded by LtCol. Dragon the VAMC is still with out any commanding officer for know but that is going to change.  One other thing the VACC first wing is also open.  This wing is the 20th Fighter Wing.  This wing will be organized in the upcoming days.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

May 18, 2000

To: Lt. Col. Paul "Dragon" Boliou

From: Lt. Gen. Brad "Adler" Meyer

Re: Air Combat Command



Lt. Col. Dragon:

There was a brief meeting with the Joint Chiefs, JAG, VUSAF Dept.  Heads, and the Commander in Chief.  The meeting was designated as a briefing of the NATO rules and regulations.  But, the meeting took a step aside, when the Joint Chiefs brought up the opening of the Air Combat Command coordinator. This position has been reinstated and there were suggestions on the candidates and credentials of each. The Joint Chiefs brought up your name. There was much talk and delegation. A vote was taken.  Lt. Col. Dragon, you were appointed as the Commander of the Air Combat Command (ACC). Congratulations!!  Now, how is this possible when the ACC post is an 0-8 slot (Brig. 
Gen.).  Well, I am sure that you are familiar with the term Adjutant General. This position, Adjutant General, gives any Commissioned Officer of the US Armed Forces command in whatever the Joint Chiefs deems necessary. Officially, 
you are still a Lt. Col., but you have the command stature of Brig. Gen. So your official letterhead will looks similar to this Brig. Gen. Paul "Dragon" Boliou Adjutant General, VUSAF Air Combat Command.  Please refer to the UCMJ and US Armed Forces Command Structure (FM10-100-230-1 Art. 13) for more details on your position. You also 
may feel free to contact Gen. Mac, Gen. Twoeagles, or myself for any questions and suggestions. Congratulations again.



General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

Lt. Gen. Brad "Adler" Meyer
JAG Commander, VUSAF

Brig. Gen. Steve "Whiteway" Twoeagles
Air Education and Training Commander, VUSAF

April 29, 2000

To: All members!

New Members:

    I would also like to welcome to new recruits, 2Lt. Kent "Neo" Furman, and 2Lt. Frank "Sting" Linkenberg.  Welcome aboard.  I like the way things are going in the recruiting department so keep it up.  

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

April 14, 2000 

To: All Members!

Promotions:

    I would like to congratulate 2Lt. BlackRose on his completion of training in the Virtual United States Air Force training program.  For this I award 2Lt. BlackRose his wings and the Virtual United States Air Force Training ribbon for his accomplishments.  I also promote 2Lt. BlackRose to the rank of 1Lt.  Congratulation Lt. and welcome to the ranks.

New Members:

    I would also like to welcome to new recruits, 2Lt. Pat " Splatt" Curlin and 2Lt. Rick "MADMAX" Davis.  Welcome aboard.

Commendations:

    I would also like to commend all the members of the VUSAF who have stayed in the squadron during its hardships by awarding the Air Force Recognition Ribbon to: Sandman, Alder, Twoegales, Dabus, Viper, Dragon and my self.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF


January 7, 2000

To: ALL MEMBERS!

    Greetings My Fellow officers. I must apologize for my long absence. I have been having some personal problems in the last few months and have not had the opportunity to be online much. There was a point where I was contemplating permanent retirement but I like what I used to do here. And I would like to do it again. That is if you will all except me back. I only ask for your understanding.

Thanks for your Time.
 General Josh "Sandman" Williams
Assistant Chief of Staff

News: December 11, 1999

           As of today Maj. Viper is going to be the Chief Recruiting Officer of the VUSAF more changes are coming in the next few month. I also wanted to say that I really need to know who is in or who's out so please contact me ok.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

News: December 06, 1999
To: All members of the VUSAF
From: General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
     To all members of the VUSAF who are still interested in being in the VUSAF contact Gen. Mac by replaying to this message or sending a message to the VUSAF email which is vusafcommand@hotmail.com or you can message Gen. Mac at his other ICQ number which is 46882293 or you can leave a message on the message board. Thank you
Singed


General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

News: September 11 1999

    Hi, I just wanted to say that I have returned from my leave and that I will be done the best that I can to get the VUSAF back and running.  I know it will be hard this is why I ask for the help of all the old and new members of the VUSAF.  Some major changes have taken place but they will not stop me from getting this squad up and running again.  I need all of the member to report in ASAP.  That is all for know I will be contacting all the members of the VUSAF shortly.

General Francisco "Mac" Lugo
Chief of Staff VUSAF

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