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That might've gotten you by in say, 2005, but good luck getting an EA now with those grades. Hell, you can't even be in the program anymore with a GPA below a 2.5.

I know nothing about scholarships since I've never actively pursued one (and will never get one) so I can't add anything there. FYI there are plenty of cadets who have done just fine and made it to UPT without a scholarship. Going off of what Masshole said, standing out is as simple as doing things that make your name known throughout Wing in a positive way. Being a good dude is good for starters. Help out your buddies but don't make it look like you're only trying to help them for the sake of making yourself look better. Raise your hand high and often and ask intelligent questions/make helpful statements. Knowing your basic stuff is also huge. All the minor things they ask you to memorize is chump change that takes very little time to learn and will definitely help you stand out. Also, having a solid understanding of drill will put you far ahead of 90% of the 100s and even some of the 200s if you work at it. Don't just know the difference between a flank and a column, know what feet you pivot on and what the parts of the command are, etc. All of this can be found in the AFMAN 36-2203. You'll probably never use any of this again, but it helps bigtime in ROTC. If your schedule permits, do as many extra curricular events as you can such as Drill Team/Color Guard and Arnold Air. Volunteer for as many events as possible and go on every base visit. Later on down the line, ask your POC if you can plan an event which will look very good on your part and work hard to make it run smooth. This will show initiative which is something they really look for in new GMC. I realize that not everybody has that much time to participate but the point is to make it look like you want to be there (which doesn't require you to do everything). Personally, I absolutely love this air force stuff, so I try to make it known how much I truly enjoy being there. I know a boatload about aircraft and air force knowledge to the point where I'm the go-to person for questions on aircraft history, pilot training, etc.. I talk alot in class and on base visits (probably too much) but it helps remind the cadre and upper class cadets that the program matters to me. I try to help my flightmates whenever I can on anything they need and whenever anybody asks for volunteers I'm usually the first to go biscep to forehead. Lastly, I try my best to show up to LLAB with a positive mental attitude, demonstrate how much I want to be there and succeed. If you work hard, be a good bro, and don't sweat the small stuff the rest will work itself out. Thats all I got. Best of luck to you!

Huh? When have ever asked about this? And my request isn't for pilot or any specific AFSC-related waiver. I have some previous instances of depression/mood swings years ago that no longer affect me, but its on my record so I assume its an auto DQ. I'm hoping that a psych evaluation by an AF doc could help in obtaining a waiver. I want to know if you are allowed to request one or if they can only do it per DODMERB's request.

Question for deaddebate or anyone who has experience with this area: As a cadet, can you request a psych evaluation by an Air Force or DODMERB psychiatrist to help with obtaining a waiver for past mood/depression disorders?

Funny, they may not have running water but they're taking these pictures/videos with smartphones. I just wish they would show respect to the crew and not trample all over the crash site for the purpose of taking Facebook pictures.

I normally try and keep my mouth shut in these kinds of threads, but 1:35 made me curse out loud it pissed me off so much. It appears that those two bystanders were actually taking pictures of themselves standing on the horizontal stabilizer. Unless you are part of the investigating team, show some respect and stay the hell off of the wreckage.

Seriously dude?

A few years ago (after the PDT cuts) we had a pair of cadets fly out to Langley and shadow some raptor guys at the 94th on their own dime, so cadets still do it. Its worth it if you can afford it, just let your cadre know you're interested and they should be able to get you some contact info.

If you're really interested, and can afford to fork over the dime, talk to your cadre and try setting up a PDT/shadowing opportunity at Edwards.

Our det just got a 100% EA acceptance as well. Apparently the cuts did not go through and the original 2200 EAs were given out. 2 years in a row there were supposed to be massive FT cuts that didn't happen, how long will our luck hold out?

Actually, I do. My post was short so what I should've said was "but one base visit and just scratching the surface doesn't mean a thing and of course stuff could be going on behind the scenes."

I have a hard time believing this too because I just recently visited March ARB and I second what everyone above me said. All of the people we talked to were friendly, laid back, and just all around good hosts.

Thats what I thought too, because each FY group needs a minimum number of new 2nd Lts to fill career fields. But the source I heard that from is very reliable (won't repeat it here, PM me if you want more details) and at this point I wouldn't doubt it. They did say thats the number they want, but not necessarily what they will give out. The higher ups could step in and prevent Air U from dropping it to 1500 EAs.

Just got a heads up from our cadre that monthly cadet stipends will be lowered by $50 for all year groups starting in the fall. This applies to all contracted cadets, not just the new people who are being awarded scholarships this FY. AS100 - $250 AS200 - $300 AS300 - $350 AS400 - $450 Also, I heard a rumor that Air Univ wants to drop the original FT slots number from 2200 to 1500 this year. Not sure if its going to happen but apparently thats the amount they're looking at. Bad times ahead...

Thats the crappy thing about majors... you almost need to be tech to go to FT now, but its actually harder to get a pilot slot as a tech...

VMA-214 (as with most Marine VMF Sq's) stay true to their heritage and celebrate it constantly (as told to me by a Black Sheep Harrier pilot). I love how even today they still have an F4U on their squadron patch. As an example, check out these photos from their '11 reunion, especially their bar and heritage flight. http://www.3wiredesi.../untitled2.html

Saw these on Code One's website. More here.

PM sent.

Thread bump. I have a certain sub-condition of eczema and from the research I've been doing it looks like this could kill my chances of serving my country for good. Does anyone have experience with obtaining a waiver for any form of eczema and if yes how difficult was it to get one?

Ah, the flying banana. Theres still one or two of them flying around the west coast airshow circuit.

Evil was at Aviation Nation over the weekend selling autographed copies of his book. I literally did a double take when I saw him sitting at a booth, and couldn't resist going up and shaking his hand. I chatted with him for a minute as well as a former enlisted Red Eagle as well. I felt embarrassed because his book was a bit out of my budget, but to my surprise another spectator decided to buy it for me! I was extremely grateful and asked to take a picture, which Evil obliged. He personalized the book and signed the back of a TAC patch I had, and then out of nowhere he friggin coined me... I was speechless. As for the book I'm on the second chapter and while I agree it could use some editing I'm nevertheless enjoying it. Its not as structured as Steve's book but has some great stories and first hand accounts particularly of F-4 missions over Vietnam and the Fighter Weapons School.

GAF Tornadoes anyone?

Which sadly no longer flies as they converted to F-16As before being disbanded in 1994. I've only seen QF-4Es fly and they are still among the loudest jets ever, even more then some of the newer ones. Heres a few more A-10s: 18th TFS: MA ANG 104th FW: F-15Cs from the 33rd TFW, 58th TFS: Credits to the photographer.

Very cool, looks like they're also paying homage to the old SAC -135 schemes with that stripe.