Military pilot on no-fly list after probe into faith conversations ends without charges, lawyer says

[Hol]

Catholic Air Force pilot remains on the military branch's no-fly list, despite an official probe having failed to substantiate allegations he talked about his faith in an inappropriate way with fellow airmen, his lawyer says.

The pilot, Capt. Forrest Doss, of the 6th Airlift Squadron, at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey, has served in the Air Force since 2018 and is now an instructor pilot and aircraft commander.

Despite no violations having apparently been found, Doss received an official letter admonishing him for comments that created a "hostile work environment" and that also directed him to get counseling to avoid future problems.

According to the Air Force's June 17 Letter of Counseling, Doss, in late June 2024 and early January 2025, at various locations around the world, “made inappropriate and unprofessional comments towards members of the 6th Airlift Squadron during the critical phases of aircraft operation.”

"It is your responsibility to act in a professional manner and create a safe environment to successfully execute the mission," the letter states. "This includes refraining from discussing potentially charged topics.

Military pilot on no-fly list after probe into faith conversations ends without charges, lawyer says

Captain Forrest Doss is not able “to fly,” his career is destroyed “because of an investigation,” he’s given “no good guidance moving forward, and he can’t talk about his faith when asked,” R. Davis Younts said

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[Tall Timbers]

After reading the article I leaned toward the complainer being the real problem but it's impossible to know without having been there. When aircrews fly hours long missions all kinds of topics get discussed.

 

[dwb]

This story sounds like a democrat who got their feelings hurt, or possible a muslim just doing what they do.

 

[Andy C]

It can be a fine line to walk when discussing certain topics, especially in front of a group of mixed ranks. Small crews such as air crews, tank crews, infantry squads….etc…all need to work together and be respectful of each other. If a senior enlisted, or an officer is overtly preaching, or giving strong opinions on various social issues, it can quickly lead to disgruntlement amongst the troops. Strong unit cohesion is paramount in successfully completing the mission. In the Marines, and likely in the other branches, completing the mission was the top priority, troop welfare was secondary.