MoonShot
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Do you have flight hours? TBAS?
Get your PCSM score and then evaluate where you’re at.
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3 hours ago, tarheelaviator said:
I know a guy who is 39 and got picked up for an AFRC squadron (granted it was an unusual case but still). That is a load of bull.
Appreciate the intel. Wasn’t sure if it was something new with all the recent events.
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On 3/2/2021 at 4:48 PM, skylane54x said:
Hm okay. I might call later this week to make sure they received it. Thanks ya'll! Good luck
Y’all ever hear anything from MT?
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Today I heard from a unit POC that the AFRC has said there will be absolutely no age waivers approved for Reserve UPT slots.
I trust that its honest feedback but has anyone else heard anything along those lines?
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30 minutes ago, jazzdude said:
If you haven't been to UPT, it doesn't really matter-getting good flight time in anything will help. Good as in don't be lazy, plan your flights, stay on desired headings/courses/altitudes, don't accept long/floating landings: basically, learn something or improve something every flight.
Going from a military aircraft back to vacuum powered 6 pack would be slightly tougher when you're used to much better avionics, but many people make the transition back and forth regularly. I'm just not a fan of vacuum instruments, especially for IFRRight on - thank you!
In my case the G1000 has made IFR a breeze. But I also learned that way..
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1 hour ago, jazzdude said:
I'd scope it further back-don't even need an aerobatic trainer. An off the shelf IFR Cessna 172 or 182 with G1000 would likely suffice. Aerobatic aircraft would mean you still need parachute riggers, though I guess that could be contracted out.
As someone that has both glass and traditional 6 pack time and seeking UPT, would you recommend staying proficient in the glass (G1000) as opposed to the 6?
I’ve also got a friend with an RV-8 and Aspen avionics that I was thinking of getting time in hoping it would be somewhat of a stepping stone to the T-6.
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I really appreciate everyone's feedback and support. Now that I've got my package complete its time to start knocking on doors! And, MEPS if possible. I'm certainly in the understanding that this will not be easy but that doesn't phase the intention. Please bear with me as I'm sure I'll be back with hundreds of questions...
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9 hours ago, Metalhead731 said:
30-Year-Old chiming in. I feel like I got lucky. I got selected at the tail end of 2020 in November. The process has gotten harder since last year because of Covid like you said. Also, the Guard/Reserves are no longer a secret so the number of applicants has increased in general. On paper, you're a solid applicant minus the age. Best advice I can give you is that if you REALLY want this, you need to go out there and get it. Start putting in as much effort as you can now. Go visit the squadrons you're interested in. Talk to pilots, make connections, put in the leg work, etc. Get your name out there. Vaccines are out, more are on the way. People will start flying again, airlines will start hiring again. When that time comes you want units to know who you are and have shown interest so they are more willing to work with you for that waiver you'll need. It's unfortunate timing, and honestly, be prepared for the possibility that it might not happen. But don't self-eliminate yourself right out of the gate. Like you said, in the height of the airline hiring, older candidates were selected. That time will come again, and now is the best time for you to start laying that foundation. It's up to you, though, how long you decide to pursue it.
Take all my advice with a grain of salt, given that I'm a non-prior recent off-the-street hire with no military background. But I've pursued my slot for two years before getting hired and, in general, that's the most common advice you'll get.
Much appreciated and congratulations on getting picked up! I just got my scores in this week and have already got most of a general application complete. Definitely on the front end of the hustle. Hoping to get MEPS done ASAP.
Were you finding that there were units still taking in-person meetings? The few I have talked with recently are still pretty cautious and only doing group Zooms.
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After some inspirational reading from @FDNYOldGuy and the fact that my desire to both fly and serve grows larger each day I ended up knocking out the AFOQT/TBAS and graduate from lurker status to member here. This is an incredible site but I wanted to make sure I was even in the ballpark of qualified before filling up another "old guy" thread as I am 34.
PCSM: 99
AFOQT: 99/93/86/92/70
PPL w/ Instrument: 250 hours
GPA: 3.43 in Finance
FAA First Class Medical. Good physical shape.
I am currently a VP in sales/development for a medical device company. I'm hoping that background proves I am capable of taking on work and leading teams.
My goal would be to fly any heavy and not picky on region. The Texas units make sense seeing as how I was born and raised here but I would welcome the adventure of a move.
A few years ago I would have thought I had shot but now with Covid, the training backlog, and flood of applications I'm wondering if the old guy status will even be viable?
I sincerely appreciate any input or recommendations anyone would have. Its cool to see such a collection of successful people in one spot and know I have a lot to learn.
Thanks for reading.
I Bombed the AFOQT and I'm Not Sure How to Do Better For the Retake
in What Are My Chances?
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I’d definitely retake it. Now you know what to expect and I’d bet will go in feeling confident. Hit the books again if you feel like you’ve had enough time off from it. I’m in the middle of rushing too and every unit asks about scores. Like you said, with so many applicants you gotta have good scores to get a foot in.
I’d also get your PPL if you don’t have it already.