[2006-11-09] New Virtual Thunderbird Selected - Gunner
[2006-11-09] New Virtual Thunderbird Selected - Gunner
It is with great pleasure that I announce the selection of Steve "Gunner" Watts as the newest pilot on The Virtual Thunderbirds. Steve received his number moments before the premiere of "Smoke ON" in Las Vegas this past Thursday evening. Gunner has shown what it takes to achieve the dream of becoming a Virtual Thunderbird: he has practiced incessantly, and during phase 2 of our training he has shown us that he has what it takes and what it will take to be one of the best virtual demonstration pilots in the world. Gunner, a sharp salute from the Boss and all the Virtual Thunderbird team. Congratulations and welcome aboard.
Boss Bon
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Hey Gunner!!
When I first met you on ventrilo a couple of months ago during a 'live' performance of the VTB, I told you then you were a 'shoe in'. It was obvious then as it is now that you were not just a fan like the rest of us but a dedicated and committed VTB wannabe
Looking foward to the screenies and videos of the future. Congrats and best of luck.
PS. Of course this means you're no longer eligible for the Cougar giveaway u know.
When I first met you on ventrilo a couple of months ago during a 'live' performance of the VTB, I told you then you were a 'shoe in'. It was obvious then as it is now that you were not just a fan like the rest of us but a dedicated and committed VTB wannabe
Looking foward to the screenies and videos of the future. Congrats and best of luck.
PS. Of course this means you're no longer eligible for the Cougar giveaway u know.
Thank you all!
From the very first time I watched the Airshow Promo 2006, I had a burning desire to be part of this team. In July, when I met Striker and Cobra, and then Bon and Convertible, the desire became a goal I had to achieve.
Now that I've had the privilege to spend time with the entire team(except Cinch), I'm humbled to be considered part of this group of men. The Virtual Thunderbirds are not only representative of the USAF Thunderbirds in the virtual cockpit, but in the professionalism and character exhibited in the real world.
The goal has been reached, but now the real work begins I know the pressure's on - I won't dissapoint
From the very first time I watched the Airshow Promo 2006, I had a burning desire to be part of this team. In July, when I met Striker and Cobra, and then Bon and Convertible, the desire became a goal I had to achieve.
Now that I've had the privilege to spend time with the entire team(except Cinch), I'm humbled to be considered part of this group of men. The Virtual Thunderbirds are not only representative of the USAF Thunderbirds in the virtual cockpit, but in the professionalism and character exhibited in the real world.
The goal has been reached, but now the real work begins I know the pressure's on - I won't dissapoint
- Rock
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Congrats Gunner and welcome to the Team! You've earned it bud and have progressed faster then anyone else that I have seen. As you can confirm it takes a huge amount of practice to fly correctly and it doesn't get easier as you'll see. But, I know for a fact that you've already raised the bar for new recruits and you'll raise the bar as a member of this team. It's a blast flying with you and was a pleasure meeting you this weekend in Aviation Nation.
Congrats Gunner and welcome to our team. It was a pleasure meeting you and all the team members in Vegas. You have done a great job with your setup and the many details it takes to get to the next level. Its going to be fun working together to reach an even higher level.
Again, welcome Gunner, its great to have you aboard!
Again, welcome Gunner, its great to have you aboard!
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