John3806 Posted August 15, 2018 Share Posted August 15, 2018 2 hours ago, Petty Pilot 69 said: Who else is embarrassed and insecure about their 2-3 minute video that the 176th required? I want to delete mine asap 😳 The thought of doing it made me put it off until early August but once I actually went through with it I enjoyed it. I don't like talking about myself especially on video but good things happen when you step outside your comfort zone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadogs Posted August 16, 2018 Share Posted August 16, 2018 21 hours ago, John3806 said: The thought of doing it made me put it off until early August but once I actually went through with it I enjoyed it. I don't like talking about myself especially on video but good things happen when you step outside your comfort zone. That feeling when you look at your video and the whole squadron down voted it 😰 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopefulflyer389 Posted August 16, 2018 Share Posted August 16, 2018 2 hours ago, Petty Pilot 69 said: That feeling when you look at your video and the whole squadron down voted it 😰 Oh shit, really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admdelta Posted August 17, 2018 Share Posted August 17, 2018 On 8/15/2018 at 9:15 AM, Petty Pilot 69 said: Who else is embarrassed and insecure about their 2-3 minute video that the 176th required? I want to delete mine asap 😳 Super. I actually decided to post it in the Pilot Network facebook group to get some feedback before I posted it and it was just an endless wave of "OMG SHAVE AND PULL THE STICK OUT OF YOUR ASS." 😞That said it was really good feedback. How do you know they all downvoted you though?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadogs Posted August 17, 2018 Share Posted August 17, 2018 That feeling when sarcasm projection is broken... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John3806 Posted August 17, 2018 Share Posted August 17, 2018 9 hours ago, admdelta said: Super. I actually decided to post it in the Pilot Network facebook group to get some feedback before I posted it and it was just an endless wave of "OMG SHAVE AND PULL THE STICK OUT OF YOUR ASS." 😞That said it was really good feedback. How do you know they all downvoted you though?? I saw that post in the Pilot Network and read through all the comments too. Always good feedback on that site. You survived your first murder board! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admdelta Posted August 17, 2018 Share Posted August 17, 2018 5 minutes ago, John3806 said: I saw that post in the Pilot Network and read through all the comments too. Always good feedback on that site. You survived your first murder board! Sweet should I add that experience to my packages from now on? 😛 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigdreams Posted August 21, 2018 Share Posted August 21, 2018 Anyone hear interview notifications lately? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamw412 Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 (edited) 11 hours ago, bigdreams said: Anyone hear interview notifications lately? Last week I got a big fat no for the 176/168th dual upt board in Alaska. To old, to low of a PCSM score. Edited August 22, 2018 by Adamw412 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admdelta Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 49 minutes ago, Adamw412 said: Last week I got a big fat no for the 176/168th dual upt board in Alaska. To old, to low of a PCSM score. In this case how old is too old? Are they a hard 30? I was wanting to apply with them next time around since I missed this one and I'm 29. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavid2002 Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 Heard I didn't get an interview for the 177th ANG in NJ today. No formal email or phone call yet though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamw412 Posted August 22, 2018 Share Posted August 22, 2018 I’m 34 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FDNYOldGuy Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 @admdelta, YMMV, but I've gotten the impression that waivers up to 32 aren't considered as big of a deal, but you'll start to get fewer and fewer squadrons (especially fighters) seem that they want to mess with them over that age. At the end of the day, it's totally up to the squadron, so it's worth just applying anyway and let them tell you what they're willing to do. Worst they'll do is say no and you're out a little work of putting the application together, but at least you know for sure. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gatsby Posted August 23, 2018 Share Posted August 23, 2018 (edited) Thanks everyone for the information. I just turned 30 a few days ago, and will be putting together a package and sending it out. It’s reassuring to know that waivers are a possibility. I would love fighters, but who wouldn’t, they are awesome. As soon as I get done with the AFOQT, TBAS, and PCSM I’ll know where I stand. Studying hard so that I can get the highest scores possible on the first try. I have a non STEM degree (Finance) with a less than stellar gpa, so I want to shoot for above 80 on all the AFOQT sections to account for that. I’m also going to start flight training soon, ideally I want to submit my package with the private and instrument certificates done to give myself the best chance possible. I also don’t know a single person in the Air Force, I’m in So Cal, so hopefully that doesn’t hurt me too much. I’ll of course be willing to relocate. Anyways, love the forum, great information and it’s awesome to hear the success stories. Edited August 23, 2018 by gatsby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce362 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 On 8/22/2018 at 3:37 PM, lavid2002 said: Heard I didn't get an interview for the 177th ANG in NJ today. No formal email or phone call yet though. How do you know that u didn't get an interview then? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guardian Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 IMHO the best way to get a unit to push an age waiver package is for them to pick you in the first place. And for that to happen, they really need to know you. Not just a random package arriving in the mail. You really have to invest time and money hanging out with the squadron and getting to know them and them to know you for a unit wanting to stick their neck out for the waiver. They have to consciously decide that a 30 yr old is a better option than the 22 yr old. And if you guys look the same on paper, the unit will absolutely choose the younger option. Just my guess. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce362 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 5 hours ago, Kiloalpha said: Because other people got interview invites? Oh crap. I haven't heard anything. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce362 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Do they normally tell everyone at one time or is it sometimes spread out over a week or so? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustHangingOut Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 44 minutes ago, Deuce362 said: Do they normally tell everyone at one time or is it sometimes spread out over a week or so? Every board is different. some contact everyone same day, others tell invitees first then later everyone else, some only communicate to the invitees and silence is your answer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce362 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 Well shit there goes McGuire. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deuce362 Posted August 25, 2018 Share Posted August 25, 2018 (edited) Oh man totally skimmed past that. Phew!! Edited August 26, 2018 by Deuce362 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lavid2002 Posted August 28, 2018 Share Posted August 28, 2018 I asked a fighter who was standing near an F16 at the William J. Hughes Technical Center if he knew when the invitations would be going out. He said he wasn't on the boards but took my phone number and asked around when he went back to base. I got a text later in the day. I heard the 177th sends emails and phone calls out either way (Interview or not) I haven't heard formally yet. I'll get my CPL and apply again next year. Getting older though. I'l be 28 in April. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admdelta Posted August 30, 2018 Share Posted August 30, 2018 Has anybody heard back from 179th FS? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boxster02 Posted August 30, 2018 Share Posted August 30, 2018 148th FW notifications went out today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
admdelta Posted August 31, 2018 Share Posted August 31, 2018 13 hours ago, boxster02 said: 148th FW notifications went out today. Yep got my rejection email right on time. 😬 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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