What Are My Chances?

Hello all, Long time lurker; first time poster-- Open to any feedback, recommendations, critiques, etc... Becoming a fighter pilot, and officer, for the United States Armed Forces has been a lifelong goal for me. However, lack of citizenship and money made it difficult for me to afford any type of flight training throughout high school, and left me short on the prospects of doing college and any sort of ROTC back in 2010. As a result, I opted to earn my citizenship by enlisting as Active Duty Navy, and trying to earn a commission through one of the handful of Enlisted-to-O programs. I went in as an Aviation Machinist Mate, and managed to get stationed wit…

I am retaking my TBAS in a few weeks and was wondering has anyone seen significant results from taking it a second time? I also will be retaking the AFOQT in a month or so.

Howdy, I am currently attending a state university and have been planning on flying fighters for as long as I can remember. I am a young 20 years old and pushed through college in 3 years (May '19). Here's my current stats: AFOQT: 94 Pilot 75 Nav PCSM: 98 Major: Aviation Science w/ Flight Training Concentration GPA: 3.51 205 Hours with commercial multi w/ instrument I have met with several officers in the ANG including the wing commander. They told me now is the time to apply! The unit I am applying to currently flies F-15s, and are supposedly getting either a newer version of the F-15 or F-35s within a few years. Either way, th…

I’m currently AD and planning to pursue a UPT slot. Solid leadership and deployment experience background from 17D career field. 87 Pilot STEM background in college and currently working on Master’s 75 PCSM with 87 PCSM for 201+ hours and up PPL SEL ADSC of Nov 2020 My plan is to secure a UPT slot with a unit and start the transition. I am currently requesting LORs from 1x 0-6 A4 and 2x sq commanders all of whom I served as commanders previously. Any thoughts from the community is much appreciated.

I'm an ANG Staff Sergeant (should be getting Tech if the pandemic ever ends) working in Communications. Here are my numbers: Major: Computer Engineering (Minor: Leadership, University known for good engineering school) AFOQT: Pilot: 96 Nav: 96 Acad: 98 Verbal: 94 Quant: 96 PCSM: 94 w/ current 112 Hours, 97 w/ 201+ Flight Hours: Earned my PPL. 112 hours with Complex Rating and ~50% through Instrument. Age: 26 LORs: Squadron CC from deployment, Flight CC from home station, Professor from capstone course in college Civilian Career: 3 months on a semiconductor company internship, 9 months at a healthcare software company, been w…

I am currently a junior in college and here is my breakdown Age: 26 about to be 27 in a month (will be 28 when I graduate college) GPA: 3.68, Criminology Major/Business Minor Flight Hours: 6 (just started taking lessons towards my PPL, hopefully will have it by summer). I practice with my college club hockey team and I will be practicing with my college baseball team and I will be playing MSBL. I also work full time as a writer and I have previous experience working as an exhaust tech/lube tech/mechanic's apprentice before I went to college. I haven't taken the AFOQT yet. Last time I talked to an Air Force recruiter when I was beginning my so…

Interested in ANG/Reserve UPT slot. Former enlisted Active Duty Green Beret. Currently a regional airline captain. 3000 hours total time. 500 TPIC. Bachelors degree in the Arts, 3.0 GPA. AA degree in Professional Flight. 3.7 GPA LOR's from previous COs. No check ride failures. No criminal history or any other back flags that I can think of. 2 speeding tickets. Both over 5 years ago. No tattoos Had PRK almost 10 years ago. Current eyesight meets 20/70 standard now. Age 31. About to take the qualifying tests within the month. I'll update when I get the scores back. Any shot at fighters for the guard/reserves…

I've posted before, civilian with a decent shot that is applying to the 910 AW (local). I've got some good networking / seem to be liked there, but they could have an enlisted guy who's been waiting to go or someone otherwise more qualified than me so I'm not getting my hopes up. As for my preferences, the general A10 mission is my favorite but I doubt I'm competitive enough to apply to a base like the 122 FW. The 910 AW is top pick for me considering their unique mission and the fact that its local. I don't care about fighters much, but maybe because I'm not taking into account close air support missions. After that, I guess beggars shouldn't be choosers. Right now…

I am trying to figure out where I would fair for OTS and UPT selection and what I should focus on. I have recently contacted a recruiter but haven't heard anything back yet. I just started a PhD program but am reconsidering my life in research science. I've started studying for the AFOQT, but feel fairly confident at my ability to score high. I have a good math and science background. I'm also a paramedic and been involved in EMS for nearly 10 years. Undergrad: molecular biology 3.18gpa Masters degree: molecular biology 3.65 GPA High scores on the GRE 94th percentile verbal reasoning 60th percentile quantitative reasoning I'm 27, I'm in real…

I am currently putting an application together for Portland, New Orleans, and Vermont (and any other ANG fighter units that come up over the next several months). I just got my scores back from AFOQT and TBAS: AFOQT: Pilot: 94 Nav: 97 Acad Aptitude: 99 Verbal: 99 Quantitative: 99 PCSM: 63, based on 10 flight hours I will have over 20 when I actually apply bringing my score to 71, with a max of 91 with 201+. I also wanted to get advice on letters of recommendation, as I don't have many contacts within the military. Would it be better to get a letter from someone I don't know as well who is in the military or someon…

Hi Everyone, I'm looking for advice on which are my best options for getting my commissioning and going to UPT. I'm currently working as a Test Engineer at Northrop Grumman, have been working in the Aerospace/Defense industry for 6 years and have obtained my single engine airplane private, instrument, and commercial ratings on my own. I understand I will need an age waiver. The AD recruiter I'm in contact with has told me the current AD board is not considering anyone requiring an age waiver. I'm putting out applications to every ANG unit that I can as well as getting the ball rolling with an AFRC recruiter for the unsponsored route. I have no wife and kids and wo…

Hello, Hello, Here are my "numbers". The reason I put it in quotes, is because these are recent guesstimates extrapolating my future circumstance. I'll know for sure when I take the real test in 2021. College GPA: 3.6 AFOQT: 92/77/50/60/43 PCSM: 65 Flight Hours: 40 Age: 33 LORs: 3; 2 Pilots Active duty(O-3 and O-4) and 1 retired 0-6 General Serigion - Army. Prior Service Experience: Fuels, AF Active duty: E-3. Career goals: Retire as an air-force fighter pilot. Notable Achievements: CAM/ST for the undefeated Mens Airforce Soccer team. Thanks, StopLoss123

Hello there everybody, figured I'd do the same as most people on here and throw out my numbers to get some feedback since the AD board is in January. Little bit about myself, currently 26 and been in the guard since I turned 18, coming up on 8 years next month. Now you all are probably going to laugh, but hell I am too, I'm probably the only case you've seen of an enlisted Security Forces troop trying to jump in a plane, but I think I may just have the numbers to do it. GPA: 3.13 AFOQT: 92 Pilot, 86 Nav, 85 Acad, 98 Verb, 60 Quant PCSM: 62 because I have a whopping goose egg when it comes to real life seat time, however my "prospective" score as I keep seei…

To whom it may concern: I am requesting the feedback of my package from the peanut gallery. I am dead set on fighters at this point, no one has been able to change my mind. Here are my scores: Age: 23 College: Phoenix University Major: History GPA: 2.16 P74 N98 AA21 V17 Q25 PCSM: 28 Flight Certificates: PPL w/ 102 hours I am currently working at Home Depot as a loadmaster. Making hella good money, but I'm dead set on chasing the dream for fighters now. I've already taken the AFOQT 3 times, and the TBAS 2 times, these were my best scores. I've heard worst have gotten fighter slots. I've been told my navigato…

What's up everybody! Long time lurker, first time poster. I'm a former AD KC-135 Boom Operator that has been working to get a spot for UPT anywhere and on any airplane! I obviously feel like I'd be a good fit at a tanker squadron since I know the drill but I am open to serving once again anyway and anywhere I can. Here are some of my scores: Age: 32! I don't feel THAT old... KC-135 Boom Operator, MacDill AFB Pilot: 90 PCSM: 89 Bachelor's of Business Admin 3.1 MBA 4.0 Commercial Pilot License; ASEL; Instrument Airplane 295 Total Time LOR's Major - KC-135 Pilot, Reserves Captain - KC-135 Pilot, Current AD T6 IP Lt. - KC…

Hey everyone, First timer here, thanks in advance for reading my post. I'll be applying to the Civilian AD OTS Boards here shortly, 19OT02 applications are due in January. I'll be 27 by the time the board sees my package and I'm applying for Pilot/CSO/RPA/ABM. Considering applying Pilot/CSO only however and if non-select this go around I'll put down everything rated + Intel for 19OT03. Current AFOQT Scores: P 93, N 88, AA 38, V 62, Q 21, ABM/CSO 83/88 PCSM: 70 w/ 3 flying hours. Aiming for at least 6 or 11 hours. Max is 98. I'll be graduating this December with a degree in Homeland Security, GPA 3.16 I consistently volunteer and make eff…

Hey all, Figured I'd at least give a brief introduction and leave my information open for feedback, as well as, an opportunity for others to get a sense of their chances if I get picked up. Resume breakdown: Age: 28 (Turning 29 at the end of the year) B.S. Electrical Engineering (at a Cal State), starting Grad school (M.S.E.E.) in Spring 2019 3.09 GPA AFOQT - 97 Pilot, 85 Nav., 76 AA, 63 Verb., 81 Quant. PCSM - 76 (w/ 27.9 hrs.), *max 95 w/ 201+hrs. Current Student Pilot License (working toward PPL, should be complete by end of October, early November) 3 LOR's - 1. Current AF Reserve Pilot/Ops Commander, Current Super…

Hey Friends. Can't believe they're pushing us old timers through the system this year and figured if ever it was my year, this is it. Some feedback on my package is appreciated - I really have no idea what this board is going to look like! I assume I'll work the ancillaries (strats, etc) into the 215 bullets since no ROP makes it to the board. Anyone else hitting UFT this year and want to share some tips? I appreciate you all! 32 years old in November, looking at 11, RPA, then ABM and CSO (in that order.) No health/medical waivers. Excellent (95+) PT history. AD Capt, Non-Rated 80/92/97/97/92 (2012 --- was gunning for ABM at the time) MBA GPA 3.3 …

I just got my afoqt scores back and I didn't do as well as I hoped. In you guys' experiences, what's the lowest scores you've heard of being hired?

Going for FY19 AD UFT boards. (New due date 26 October 18) I obtained my ppl before starting my degree, took TBAS about 2 years after. Graduated after 4 years and commissioned into active. Wondering if it's worth the risk to try the TBAS again after 1 year on active to strengthen my package. Don't think it's worth it to try the AFOQT again especially since I haven't flown in quite some time. My scores are below, would love to hear your thoughts! AFOQT Pilot: 78 PCSM: 68 (72 with +1 flt hr) w/ PPL Previous years' aggregate data: https://www.flyingsquadron.com/forums/uploads/monthly_2018_04/IMG_3562.JPG.27 Not sure why ppl scores are so low com…

Edit 1: to reflect PCSM score after taking TBAS Edit 2: to reflect updated flight hours and subsequent PCSM increase; age increase; context updated Hello, I am a civilian with no prior service looking to fly any heavy airframe I can get my hands on. I am 29 years old. I intend to apply to ANG and Reserve squadrons. I hold a BA and MA in a non-tech non-stem field BA GPA: 3.389 MA GPA: 3.62 AFOQT (1 attempt): P96/N99/AA92/V99/Q70 TBAS 81 with 42 flight hours- PPL to be completed soon PCSM increase with additional flight hours: 6-10 = 69 11-20 = 73 21-40 = 77 41-60 = 81 61-80 = 85 81-100 = 89 …

Hi all, I've been lurking for a long time but this is my first post. I'm a non-prior civilian, currently working on a package for an AD OTS pilot slot. My package has some really strong components, but there are also a few weaknesses. I haven't taken the TBAS yet, as I need a recruiter's endorsement to get access to the base near me where they offer the test, and recruiters are slow to respond to inquiries (I know this is normal). My main question is whether the positive aspects of the package outweigh the negatives enough to make me a competitive applicant to ANG fighter squadrons. I think I have a good shot at the AD OTS slot, but I'm also considering the guard. …

Ladies and Gentlemen, I want to get a good gauge on where I stand for fighters in the process so far. Here's my package. What do you guys think? I'm really wanting to get fighters especially because I have time to do so. I'm looking to visit units now but the last few it wasn't allowed. Where do I stand? First interview coming up in New Jersey! 26 YO Electrical Engineer at top 3 major defense contractor Electrical Engineering 2.28 GPA P98 N98 AA66 V86 Q51 PCSM 97 Private Pilot License 67 hours 2 LOR from CFI's, 1 from supervisor

Hi folks, I'm hoping to get some insight as I start looking into applying for ANG units. I've already taken the AFOQT and TBAS. My understanding is that you can take it only twice, these were my second scores. How do I look? BA in PoliSci (recent grad, 22 yrs old) GPA 2.75 Currently a restaurant server part time (worked various jobs in my college life and at once was working two jobs over 30+ hrs and full time student) 24 flight hours; No PPL AFOQT: P 98 N 87 A 62 V 32 Q 88 PCSM: 76 Letters of Rec include one from my college professor and my current restaurant employer Over the past few months, I have looked at m…

Well I submitted my first 4 applications today. Took 4 months from the time I decided to pursue this to application submition. Feels good. Pcsm 97. Pilot 90 nav 83 acad 54 verbal 84 Quant 29. Sent apps to C5, KC-46, KC-10, and A-10 units.