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Hi there, Beale AFB! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

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In today's newsletter:

  • Thinking about flying the U-2 from Beale? Here's what it takes.
  • How a Beale-based SR-71's "crooked" flight was finally explained
  • How Beale AFB helped shape the 5th Reconnaissance Squadron's legacy

Also on today's calendar: Throwback Thursdays! and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a one-legged Big Foot? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 95 and low of 56 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 91, low: 56.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 95 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• U-2 (af.mil) — If you've ever thought about flying the U-2 out of Beale AFB, this guide lays out exactly what it takes, from flight-hour minimums and security clearances to the documents you must mail to the Beale recruiting office. It also explains the two-week interview TDY at Beale, training pipeline, deployment tempo, and how inter-service or Guard/Reserve pilots can navigate current restrictions.
   

• A Piece of String Solved the Mystery of the US Air Force's Crooked SR-71 Blackbird (19fortyfive.com) — Beale AFB plays a central role in this story of how crews tried to nurse a crippled SR-71 trainer nearly 1,000 miles back to the base, and later used a hybrid "Bastard" Blackbird there for training. The article explains the mishap, the improvised SR-71C's quirks, and how a simple string finally solved its mysterious crooked-flight readings.
   

• 5th Reconnaissance Squadron (af.mil) — Beale AFB gets a notable mention in this detailed history of the 5th Reconnaissance Squadron, which was stationed on base from 1986 to 1990 flying U-2s, SR-71s, and T-38s. The piece traces the squadron's lineage, commanders, aircraft, and combat roles from World War I through modern reconnaissance missions.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday September 29
  • Flag Football vs. Wheatland (JV/V)
    Lincoln High Lincoln, CA 95648
    5:30 pm
    • Wednesday September 30
  • Walking Wednesday →
    First Street Lincoln, CA 95648
    7:30 am
  • G. Volleyball vs. Mira Loma (F/JV/V)
    Lincoln High Lincoln, CA 95648
    4:30 pm
  • Powderpuff Game
    Lincoln High Lincoln, CA 95648
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Government Jobs posted a job opening for Public Safety Dispatcher-Public Safety Dispatcher Lateral in Marysville. Apply here.
  • Dollar Tree posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Marysville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Beale AFB here.

🗞 Nearby News

Wheatland

  • Story Of The Year premiere music video for "See Through" (lambgoat.com)
  • Mexican concerts in the U.S. this October (latination.com)

Marysville

  • Another wave of 'No Kings' protests planned in California in October (sacbee.com)

Yuba City

  • Sacramento charter school seeks move to Sutter County after $180M audit dispute (sacbee.com)
  • Drivers in Sutter County see lowest regular gas at $5.28 in week ending Sept. 19 (yubasuttertimes.com)
  • Missing Arizona teen found after YouTube livestream tip in desert (sacbee.com)

Ok Beale AFB! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Hop Squatch! (Thank you Terri R. for sending it in!)
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