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The 709th Airlift Squadron at Dover AFB is accepting UPT applications to fly the C-5M. Applications are due Nov 20th for January interview dates. See the below memo and feel free to contact me with any questions. All application material should be sent to Capt. Ryan Moate. MEMORANDUM FOR UPT APPLICANTS From: 709th Airlift Squadron (Pilot Hiring) 202 Liberty Way Dover AFB DE 19902 DSN 445-3768/ Commercial (302) 677-3768 ryan.moate@us.af.mil Subject: Undergraduate Pilot Training Candidate Information 1. Thank you for your interest in becoming a pilot with the 709th Airlift Squadron. The following information is to help you get selected for one of these sought-after positions. We do accept resumes and applications without all of the listed requirements and you can update your file as requirements are accomplished. Please forward a package to the Chief of Hiring at the above address or e-mail containing as much of the following information as possible. a. 4 year college degree (or graduation scheduled within 180 days). b. Minimum: Private Pilot Rating. 100 flight hours as a pilot with your FAA Instrument Rating are highly desirable. c. AFOQT d. Test of Basic Aviation Skills (TBAS). This test is a tool used to assist the Air Force Reserve selection board to measure psychomotor skills, cognitive abilities, motivation and vigilance. e. An Air Force Class 1 flying physical with an endorsement, “OTS/UPT Qualified”, and be certified by HQ AETC/SG (note: it takes approximately 60 days for AETC/SG to complete this endorsement). This physical is accomplished after the unit has offered you a position, not prior to the interview. f. College Transcripts (Official or Unofficial) g. Significant civilian work experience in a position of responsibility. h. At least three letters of recommendation speaking to the issues of airmanship and officer potential. i. Prior Service: Please include a copy of all EPR/OPR (evaluations) and provide several military references 2. If you meet these minimum qualifications, you may be considered and scheduled for an interview with the Squadron UPT Screening Board. This interview will normally be held during the Unit Training Assembly (UTA). The interview itself is not an indication that you will be sponsored by us. Final selection is accomplished by the Air Force Reserve Board, which normally meets every eight weeks throughout the year. 3. If you are selected, you will be expected to serve as a full time reservist during pilot training (approx. 16 months) and for at least 8-12 months with the squadron for seasoning training. The specific number of seasoning days depends on available funding for that particular fiscal year. The purpose of seasoning training is to build a minimum base of military C-5 flying experience. 4. We want to thank you for your interest in 709th Airlift Squadron. Please keep your application package current.

Can you get points for the FEMA courses as a drilling reservist? How do you go about submitting?