Pilot Selection Process

I've been using Trivium's online test I paid for AFOQTAcademy's online test and I've been using AFOQTpractice test.com I've done both the Trivium and Baron tests in their books as well as the short AFOQT PDF from the Air Force website. Are all of these tests good? The only sections I still really struggle with are Arithmetic and Math. (I've never taken college Algebra or Geo. I took Stats and Finite Math). Is there any other practice test I should know about? If I take this test at the end of this month, I want to be ready and ace this ing thing.

Greetings All, I am an active duty Marine Officer (non-rated) and would like to know if I am eligible to apply for the unsponsored UPT board. One recruiter (AFRC Officer Accession) said I could and the other said I could not since I will require two waivers, for age (just turned 30) and total commissioned time (7 years). I am aware of the sponsored UPT option which I am currently pursuing. I have already taken the AFOQT/TBAS, and got my PCSM. Please share your knowledge, thanks!

Afternoon All! Looking to get some tips/advice for a UPT board interview over the phone. I am currently enlisted in the ANG and deployed overseas. I was selected for the opportunity to interview with an ANG unit and they are completely understanding of my situation and willing to do it over the phone. I've interviewed with several units in person and this will be my first phone interview. Any suggestions to help counteract the lack of face time? If you've interviewed via phone please feel free to share your experience/thoughts. Thank you!

haven't seen this one on the forums yet and was wondering if anyone has every heard of this?

I was suppose to take it back in March at MEPS but it was cancelled due to COVID-19. I see boards are still happening for AD, Guard Units and Reserve. Is there AFOQT testing still going on? I managed to reach the testing center at an Air Force base, they told me maybe September or October they will have testing again but they aren't sure as of right now. I want to take it, I've been waiting a year at this point. I was on a waiting list from June 2019 until March 2020 to take it at MEPS. I keep seeing Guard Boards pass me by.

Hello All, I want to schedule an AFOQT test, but I have seen 2 scenarios with/without a recruiter. Some test places require me to go through a recruiter, and the recruiter sent me lots of documents to fill out. In contrast, some places just need my Name and ask to bring ID and Social Card on the test day. Are they different? The place requires a recruiter has the date I want, but I don't to do or commit anything until I take the test. Please advise, Thank you,

Hello all, I am going to ask for LORs for pilot positions from my previous bosses, volunteer coordinator, co-workers, ect. I will ask for 5 letters and source to 3 as required. I don't know what I should tell them to write about me: personalities, work ethic, etc? and how many months should I ask before the application deadline? and do they need to sign? Please advise. Thank you,

(Posting for S/O) "My recruiter told me the Selection Committee for OTS boards meets up in February, and told me they will call somewhere in March. I was just wondering if anyone that has been selected in the February boards knew about how long it took for them to be notified? Like when exactly they meet and when they decide and notify. Obviously this is a very nerve-wracking month for me and I need a time line lol"

Hey all, Been rushing for a few years and I'm not getting the results I hoped for so I’m looking for feedback on my packet. I know bogidope exists but it's outside my price range. Are there any other services available for packet review? Thanks, WW EDIT: My scores are good, so that's why I'm thinking my resume/cover letter may be at fault.

Is there anyone who is in or knows someone who is in the 758th out of Pittsburgh? I'm trying to get some contact info regarding future hiring boards but so far have not been able to get anything that works. Thank you.

Hi All, I am taking the AFOQT in November. When speaking to the Recruiter about prep materials, he mentioned that past actual AFOQT tests are available online via the Peterson AFB website - https://www.peterson.af.mil/. Has anyone actually seen these or found them online? I have been looking, however to no success. The recruiter did not know their exact location on the website. Let me know if you guys know where to find them. Or if there is another location to where archived tests are available to view. Appreciate the help.

Hi all, first off I cant say thank you enough to all those that have posted in the past and helped me grasp what the process of off the street ANG pilot selection is like. I can now say first hand that with motivation and perseverance anything is possible. I have been in this process for a tad under 2 years and was just selected to fly the f-16. I took 3 interviews, 2 afoqts (both were not out of this world by anymeans)2 tbas tests and a few weekend trips to SQ, but it finally paid off. The 3 top points I can share are 1- Rush Units, Show up get to know the pilots, but more importantly let them get to know you. 2-Dont let anyone tell you NO! but unders…

I am a prior enlisted aviator and was wondering if my RPA Sensor Operator hours can count towards my PCSM. I have read multiple posts about aeronautical rating doesn't matter. Is their a work around to this? I contacted the PCSM Office, but I feel they were quick to say no. What is everyone's thoughts?

Hi all, I was selected as a pilot in the 18OT01 board and have a tentative 19-03 OTS class placement. I have seen a lot of talk of young lieutenants being put on casual status for a while (sometimes multiple months) before starting UPT. I know everyone's situation is going to be different and there is no way to predict the future, but does anyone have any insight into the average wait for a UPT class after graduating OTS?

I am interested in knowing how long it took for you to earn your CFI. I am interested in how long (weeks, months) and how much ground and flight training. I am interested in those who did it on their own at a local flight school. Any of this information would be helpful. Thanks for any responses.

For current Nav's that get a UPT slot... Are the Class I physicals always done at Wright-Patt? Or has that requirement eased up so that you can get them at another base?

Hey everyone, I am an air guardsman right now, and I have a pretty complete grasp on how the applications work for Guard UPT slots. However, the Reserve side is a mystery to me. From what some other folks have said, it almost sounds like there is some sort of application you can fill out that gets sent to multiple bases, and they will reach out if they are interested. Is that a thing? Was that a thing? Whatever information you can give me so I can understand the differences between applying Reserve and applying Guard would be super helpful. Thanks!

Is it possible to improve on your overall board score in the AF? I recently found out that I was .7 points too low on my board score to be considered for a pilot slot. However, I scored high enough to qualify for an ABM position.

Any interservice transfer people have any experience shaking their ADSO or know anyone who has? I'm active Army and I'm trying to get them to waive my ADSO. I know it's a cold shot in hell that's why im asking for someone with a silver tongue or someone who knows the system.

Anybody know when the last time the 93rd down in Homestead had a UPT board?

Hello everyone, There were some complications with my application package and my recruiter had to resubmit it. He told me that they received the application on February 17th, the last day that they convened. How likely is it that they still looked at my application? From what I understand, the convening dates just mean that it when we are scored before the decisions are made by someone else. Is this accurate? Is there any chance of them convening after the 17th? Unfortunately, I don't know the time that they received the application. Now, instead of waiting for a "yes" or a "no," I am waiting for an "if" they even got my application. Does anyone have any insight on …

The 96 Airlift Squadron in Minneapolis, MN is now accepting applications for a UPT Selection Board in April 2018. Interviews will be held the first weekend of April with applications due by close of business 1 March 2018. The 96 Airlift Squadron is part of the 934 Airlift Wing and flies C-130H3’s out of Minneapolis-St. Paul international airport. Prerequisites to apply are as follows: · 90 Credits towards a bachelor’s degree with plan to finish by May 2018 · Be qualified physically and mentally · U.S. Citizen capable of obtaining a Secret security clearance. · Qualifying test scores · Be no more than 30 years old w…

So I got the word today that I was selected by the AFRC board and got a follow up e-mail to set up an appointment to enlist. How does that affect my civilian life before going to OTS? I understand it will take a little bit of time to get training dates and security clearance and all that. Do I keep working at my civilian job in the meantime? Also, do you get paid while being enlisted or is that just a formality? Anything else I should keep in mind?

For your viewing pleasure....the link to the one stop shop to getting a flying (all rated positions included) gig in the Air Force Reserves. Current as of 7 April 2020. https://afreserve.com/downloads/AFRC_UFT_Guidebook.pdf

Here's the link I'm using: https://w45.afpc.randolph.af.mil/afoqtsnet40/DODBanner.aspx I get "server cannot be found"