Duck 1,561 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 I highly doubt that. They are still a 135 unit. Yeah... In Tampa Bay... with Orlando being a crew base just 2 hours away...Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Boy 11 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 I highly doubt that. They are still a 135 unit. A 135 unit in an awesome location and with a mission that’ll have you airline ready much faster than many other units! Pros and cons to heavies vs fighters all about what you’re looking for in your aviation career!Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Duck 1,561 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa.Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sartoreabram 2 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 3 minutes ago, Duck said: I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app If you don’t mind me asking. What unit are you in and do you have any advice? I’ve only recently started applying to units and the 135 is currently my top choice but all of a sudden after hearing how many people are applying I wonder if it’s realistic Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gear3green 37 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 44 minutes ago, Duck said: I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app Last time I spoke with them (yesterday) they told me they received a good amount of apps but no where near 200. If the airlines are your goal then the 135 works but at the end of the day the mission is not all exiting at least for me. Which could be a good thing for some. You will find the most chill group of pilots in the 135 community tho. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ten30Seven 1 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Yeah 200 is really high, but that's what I remember them saying. One thing to consider is the "application" was just emailing them a resume, so there was a pretty low barrier to entry. No need to assemble the usual items like cover letter, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
gear3green 37 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 1 hour ago, Ten30Seven said: Yeah 200 is really high, but that's what I remember them saying. One thing to consider is the "application" was just emailing them a resume, so there was a pretty low barrier to entry. No need to assemble the usual items like cover letter, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc. That totally makes sense! I remember him saying they got a bunch of resumes. Complete apps where a different story. But yea tons of resumes. Great unit btw. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ihtbasitc 16 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Anybody heard from the 106th RQW? I heard from personnel once but nothing else in a while... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tarheelaviator 50 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 18 hours ago, thebleakmw said: 122nd FS just cancelled squadron visits for this upcoming weekend due to coronavirus concerns. I wonder if this is affecting decisions for other upcoming visits/boards (i.e. ft worth, DC). I'm guessing probably yes. DC's 121st FS wasn't having formal visits anyway and has done Skype first round interviews in the past. Anyone else hear from Tulsa yet? I have a feeling alot of places are going to delay boards/decisions due to the Wuhan Virus.  Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ecc97 1 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 3 hours ago, tarheelaviator said: DC's 121st FS wasn't having formal visits anyway and has done Skype first round interviews in the past. Anyone else hear from Tulsa yet? I have a feeling alot of places are going to delay boards/decisions due to the Wuhan Virus.  Just got the 'thanks but no thanks' email from Tulsa. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dangerzone 20 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Retweet on the Tulsa memo. Said they had over 100 apps. On to the next one! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sartoreabram 2 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Has anyone heard from the 465th ARS yet? Â Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tommy Boy 11 Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 Any word on Fort Worth Vipers?Also an update for Selfridge. The most recent thing I’ve been told is that we’re doing a meet n’ greet during our April drill, and a board in May. Still unknown what contents are desired in an application but PM me and I can give you the hiring POC’s UPT e-mail Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
thebleakmw 15 Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 Hope I’m not jumping the gun on this but looks like hiring proceedings are being put on hold for 60 days. The wait continues. Cheers everyone Quote Link to post Share on other sites
admdelta 48 Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 26 minutes ago, thebleakmw said: Hope I’m not jumping the gun on this but looks like hiring proceedings are being put on hold for 60 days. The wait continues. Cheers everyone Where’d you hear this? 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NattyBo 2 Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 (edited) 5 hours ago, admdelta said: Where’d you hear this? He’s probably referring to the fact that there’s a stop movement order (even for non-local CONUS leave and TDYs) for the next 60 days. Edited March 14, 2020 by NattyBo Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tarheelaviator 50 Posted March 15, 2020 Share Posted March 15, 2020 On 3/13/2020 at 3:47 PM, Tommy Boy said: Any word on Fort Worth Vipers? Also an update for Selfridge. The most recent thing I’ve been told is that we’re doing a meet n’ greet during our April drill, and a board in May. Still unknown what contents are desired in an application but PM me and I can give you the hiring POC’s UPT e-mail Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network mobile app I have a feeling that could delayed given current events. NOLA canceled their meet and greet this weekend and Tulsa delayed their interviews for those who got one. Haven't heard anything from the 457th either unfortunately.  Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ihtbasitc 16 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 106 RQW confirmed application process is on hold for a bit due to CV, says recruiter. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ihtbasitc 16 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Also the 143rd AW (RI) is holding a board in October, for anyone interested. Not on BD yet... https://www.143aw.ang.af.mil/About-Us/Careers/ 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mb1685 87 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 USAF: "Alright, we need pilots. Older dudes, you've got some time. New UPT age limit now in effect." COVID-19: "Not so fast..." Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CavGuy 39 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 14 minutes ago, mb1685 said: USAF: "Alright, we need pilots. Older dudes, you've got some time. New UPT age limit now in effect." COVID-19: "Not so fast..." And for some of us...: USAF: "Alright, we need pilots. Color vision dudes, you've got a new standard. New FC1 standard now in effect." COVID-19: "Not so fast..." 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CavGuy 39 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 My unit has already cancelled drill for the month of April. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
admdelta 48 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 35 minutes ago, mb1685 said: USAF: "Alright, we need pilots. Older dudes, you've got some time. New UPT age limit now in effect." COVID-19: "Not so fast..." Wait what 😳 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ihtbasitc 16 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 Time to head down to the Winchester for that pint... 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
admdelta 48 Posted March 16, 2020 Share Posted March 16, 2020 23 minutes ago, ihtbasitc said: Time to head down to the Winchester for that pint... The Winchester is closed for social distancing. 😅 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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