September 6, 201510 yr Hey All,I recently received an unsponsored slot in the reserve and completed my FC1. I've reached out to some fighter units and all are fully staffed. I've also interviewed at 2 guard fighter squadrons (have at least 1, possibly 2 more to go) and was not selected. Given that the 2015 boards have almost concluded, should I just accept the commission in the reserve? I ask because they are nearly all heavys and it seems that getting a fighter out of UPT for the AFR is almost impossible. However, I am 27 1/2 years old and am concerned if I don't jump on this opportunity I might be too old for the guard next year. I'm currently an airline pilot flying heavy metal so I was hoping to fly something different in the service. My PCSM is 99, AFOQT 99/95/92/86/88. Thanks!
September 7, 201510 yr If someone has offered to sponsor you, why wouldn't you accept? Why not go for the sure thing, instead of the gamble.
September 7, 201510 yr Hey All,I recently received an unsponsored slot in the reserve and completed my FC1. I've reached out to some fighter units and all are fully staffed. I've also interviewed at 2 guard fighter squadrons (have at least 1, possibly 2 more to go) and was not selected. Given that the 2015 boards have almost concluded, should I just accept the commission in the reserve? I ask because they are nearly all heavys and it seems that getting a fighter out of UPT for the AFR is almost impossible. However, I am 27 1/2 years old and am concerned if I don't jump on this opportunity I might be too old for the guard next year. I'm currently an airline pilot flying heavy metal so I was hoping to fly something different in the service. My PCSM is 99, AFOQT 99/95/92/86/88. Not sure if you realize this, but as unsponsored you can continue to interview with reserve units up until drop night in UPT. I say you should go for it.
September 9, 201510 yr Have the 187FW boards been held? Anyone hear from the 180FW? Edited September 9, 201510 yr by Drewh716
September 9, 201510 yr Have the 187FW boards been held? Anyone hear from the 180FW?187 FW board is this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
September 9, 201510 yr 187 FW board is this Friday, Saturday, and SundayI'll be coming in the 10th and staying at the comfort Inn, if anyone needs a pick up or wants to hang out Thursday night.
September 10, 201510 yr Hey All,I recently received an unsponsored slot in the reserve and completed my FC1. I've reached out to some fighter units and all are fully staffed. I've also interviewed at 2 guard fighter squadrons (have at least 1, possibly 2 more to go) and was not selected. Given that the 2015 boards have almost concluded, should I just accept the commission in the reserve? I ask because they are nearly all heavys and it seems that getting a fighter out of UPT for the AFR is almost impossible. However, I am 27 1/2 years old and am concerned if I don't jump on this opportunity I might be too old for the guard next year. I'm currently an airline pilot flying heavy metal so I was hoping to fly something different in the service. My PCSM is 99, AFOQT 99/95/92/86/88. Thanks!What unsponsored board did you get picked up from? The next board is in November of this year.
September 10, 201510 yr I'll be coming in the 10th and staying at the comfort Inn, if anyone needs a pick up or wants to hang out Thursday night.When did they send out who was selected to meet the board?
September 10, 201510 yr Late AugustWho's the POC there for this board? I want to try to get some feedback.
September 10, 201510 yr Who's the POC there for this board? I want to try to get some feedback.From their website: Questions:Please contact 2dLt Don Roney with any questions that you might have - don.roney@ang.af.mil
September 11, 201510 yr Packages due 1 Oct 15 for the E-8C Pilot UPT position. Hosting a meet and Greet 18-20 September for applicants wishing to see more about what we do. Contact Capt Ben Miller to set up visit. Cell: 478-365-5331 FY17 UPT Board Anouncement.pdf
September 16, 201510 yr Anybody have insight/updates on the November AFRC board? I know it's been pushed out a few months the last couple years, wondering what the outlook is this go round.
September 21, 201510 yr anyone heard back for an interview invitation to the 104th FW?104th holds their board this Friday, so don't expect to hear anything sooner than that. 177th notifications went out this weekend.
September 22, 201510 yr What application deadlines are still open? Does anyone have the contact info for a Reserves recruiter? I tried contacting a local recruiter, but I haven't gotten anywhere with them.
September 22, 201510 yr What application deadlines are still open? Does anyone have the contact info for a Reserves recruiter? I tried contacting a local recruiter, but I haven't gotten anywhere with them.Are you talking about fighter units or all unit? Most fighter units I think are done for the year, save for maybe Boise. Their deadline was December of last year so that might be something to look into. Haven't seen anything from DC or Fresno. As for the AFRC recruiter, use the reserve website or preferably call the 800 number and tell them you want the contact information for their officer ascension recruiter in your area and they'll hook you up.
September 22, 201510 yr Are you talking about fighter units or all unit? Most fighter units I think are done for the year, save for maybe Boise. Their deadline was December of last year so that might be something to look into. Haven't seen anything from DC or Fresno. As for the AFRC recruiter, use the reserve website or preferably call the 800 number and tell them you want the contact information for their officer ascension recruiter in your area and they'll hook you up.Ohio (180th FW) has a deadline of October 15th. As far as fighter units go, that's the last one I know about right now. Of course, there are a number of non-fighter units hiring right now too, such as 143rd in Rhode Island who are accepting packets until the 30th.
September 22, 201510 yr Ohio (180th FW) has a deadline of October 15th. As far as fighter units go, that's the last one I know about right now. Of course, there are a number of non-fighter units hiring right now too, such as 143rd in Rhode Island who are accepting packets until the 30th. The 180th actually changed their deadline and they moved it up significantly. Packages were due by 31 August.
September 22, 201510 yr I just spoke with MSgt Burns at the 104th FW, they have pushed back their board to 6 Oct. Notifications should be going out soon.
September 23, 201510 yr 104th holds their board this Friday, so don't expect to hear anything sooner than that. 177th notifications went out this weekend. so the "board date" of Friday the 25th is when they review the applications for potential interviewees? I was under the impression the "board" was the day of interviews. Not saying you're wrong, in fact I'm hoping you're right since I haven't heard anything yet.
September 23, 201510 yr Question. Does the 149th FS(F-22) at VA ANG hold UPT boards?klee - they have nothing planned as of now. I'm at the 1 / 192nd FW on AD and ask all the time. They hired 1 UPT guy a couple years back and he was the first in like 18 years. AFPC generally views the ANG Raptor community as a pool of patches, IPs, msn/CCs, etc. HOWEVER, the Raptor B-course will start increasing the number of slots each year, so maybe the chances will go up slightly.
September 23, 201510 yr klee - they have nothing planned as of now. I'm at the 1 / 192nd FW on AD and ask all the time. They hired 1 UPT guy a couple years back and he was the first in like 18 years. AFPC generally views the ANG Raptor community as a pool of patches, IPs, msn/CCs, etc. HOWEVER, the Raptor B-course will start increasing the number of slots each year, so maybe the chances will go up slightly. Does this mean that the Raptors are going to start being produced again?
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