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| 14 Mar 2009 07:17 AM |
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I guess you mean route, my goal is for air national guard full time. I would even go reg Air Force but I dont think they will even consider me |
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Hood85
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| 14 Mar 2009 10:13 PM |
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Like the thread... Here are my scores and quals.
AFOQT
Pilot 99
Nav 96
Acad 98
Verb 94
Quan 97
PCSM 96
B.A. Mathematics, with a minor in physics 3.80GPA.
Roughly 1600hrs Total time. About 1000hrs multi, 800 hrs jet.
23yrs old.
Regional Airline F/O, CFI/MEI before that. Looking for a fighter slot with the Air National Guard.
Here's my question, I recently found a place where I could see myself living for a long time. I have moved in the past for job opportunities and school and I still would have no qualms about moving again to pursue an opportunity with the Air Guard. However, ultimately in both cases I could not stand living away from where I live now on a permanent basis. With pass benefits and jumpseat privileges I am fortunate enough to be able to work most anywhere in US and yet still have my off time at home. Once I revert to traditional guard status, if I am so lucky as to be selected, would I be able to commute to my guard assignment? Do any units allow this? Thank you in advance for the information and advice. I have been unable to gain any usable information from my local recruiters on this issue. |
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| 15 Mar 2009 12:34 AM |
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Hood, you're incredibly qualified, so I don't see a problem with you getting an interview.
That being said, here are some issues you'll have to deal with:
-If the fighter unit has an alert mission, you will most likely be required to live within a certain radius of the airport. (If you are being recalled due to a Sept. 11 scenario, flying commercial/GA may be out of the question. . .)
-Even so, many units still want to know that you want to live in the area. It is difficult to schedule you for operations and curreny if you have to commute long distances.
-You can expect 6-8 flying days per month. If you can't fly all at one time, you are going to be making frequent trips.
-Generally speaking, commuters don't just have trouble scheduling, but have a hard time being truly proficient at their flying skills in that airframe. That goes for any aircraft, not just fighters.
-Lastly, you will most likely be given some 'seasoning' time, where you are basically full time for about 2 years. Due to the guard structure, however, you are NOT on full time orders, and I don't know if your employer legally has to retain you. (*Anyone else who can answer this?*)
I can't speak for every unit, but most of them want to know that you are on board with them specifically, and are not just trying to put in the minimum flight hours.
I think the real question you have to ask yourself is: Do I want to fly fast pointy things and blow stuff up, and if so, will I live somewhere I hate just to have the opportunity?
If not, then try the local fighter unit, and if things don't work out, re-evaluate if you would like to live elsewhere or fly heavies. There are serious benefits and drawbacks to each airframe, and your mindset will go a long way towards making you happy.
Just curious, what unit and or area do you want to live in? |
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Hood85
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| 16 Mar 2009 06:31 PM |
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I currently live in Jacksonville, FL. My dream unit would be the 125th. Unfortunately, they will not be holding another board any time soon. As far as where I like living... anywhere warm and near a coastline. But, if I must live somewhere cold it at least needs to have some mountains (I don't know how people live in the Midwest, still trying to figure that one out). Thanks for the info. L Unit are you currently with the guard? |
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| 16 Mar 2009 11:35 PM |
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At 23, you have some years to be selective. Waiting sucks, but if you really have requirements on where you live, then keep on trying for a few years.
I'm in the guard, going through the hire-on process. I'm somewhere in the NW. . . We have coastlines, but that warm weather is elusive. . . |
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| 17 Mar 2009 09:12 PM |
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Hello All,
Just wanted to check the chances of landing a UPT slot in the ANG. I'm 25 and my scores are as follows.
PCSM - 97
Pilot - 96
Nav - 71
AA - 50
Verbal - 38
Quant - 60
GPA 2.9997 - Bachelor of Science in Aviation - Ohio University
Received many sports related rewards in HS and College. Nominated to US AF academy. Naval Criminal Investigative Service NCIS internship. Currently fly for Delta Connection Carrier. 1000 TT
Is this good enough to get an interview, and if so can I expect to get a slot?
Just a bit worried my AFOQT scores are from not consistent enough. I'm applying for fighter slots but am definitely interested in heavies as well. Any input would be greatly appreciated.
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cdunn8426
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| 02 Apr 2009 10:26 PM |
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Hello,
I was told to post here instead. I have taken the AFOQT and recieved these scores:
Pilot - 62
Nav - 52
AA - 54
Verbal - 59
Quan - 48
I will have my Masters in Project Management in 2 months and hope to become an ABM when the board is finished with their review. I am just wondering if anyone knows if these scores are good enough to get me in? I've looked all over the internet and seen kids with 99s across the board. I had an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 and a graduate GPA of 3.6 so maybe I just don't test well. Anyways I am grateful for anyone who can give me some insight on my possible future.
Thank you
Cavan
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| 08 Apr 2009 02:05 PM |
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I too am looking for some feedback. I just took the TBAS so I finally have these tests out of the way.
AFOQT scores:
Pilot: 99
Nav: 96
AA: 97
Verbal: 86
Quant: 97
PCSM: 95
I'm 24 years old with a B.S. in Psychology with a 3.28 gpa. I'm also a commercial pilot with 440 hours. Feedback would be appreciated. Thanks guys. |
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| 08 Apr 2009 02:50 PM |
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Any feedback on my chances is appreciated. I am applying to get a pilot slot through OTS. Here my my scores
AFOQT scores:
Pilot: 92
Nav: 91
AA: 98
Verbal: 98
Quant: 92
PCSM: 84
I am 23 years old with a mechanical engineering degree and a gpa of 2.75. I recently acquired my pilot's license and about 75 hours.
I've looked at all the charts and I've looked at all the numbers relating to averages of people getting in. Yet my question is, with this gpa and these scores, do I have a 50/50 chance? The recruiter's commander thinks my chances are solid, but I want to know what you guys think.
Thanks for your help. |
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| 15 Apr 2009 10:33 PM |
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I've noticed that PFA scores aren't talked about much here. Does anyone know roughly how PFA scores are viewed by the Guard? I know every unit is different, but is it just one of those things that you shouldn't have an embarrassingly low score and you'll be alright? I scored an 85.5 last and know I will be able to get it up to at least an 88-89. I don't even know, is that score working against me right now? |
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| 18 Apr 2009 03:52 PM |
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I am taking the TBAS this Wednesday. It seems like everyone on here has very good scores in all tests. What do the UPT boards use mostly to make their selections?
Will my lack of prior military experience hurt?
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| 22 Apr 2009 06:55 PM |
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Education
Degree: B.B.A. Finance, 1 year from my MBA
College: Boise State University
GPA: 3.44 undergraduate - 3.1 graduate
Military Service
Prior Service: No
Application Info
BOT: Applying to the 10-01 board
AFOQT Scores: 99/98/81/44/98
LORs: USAF Major General, head football coach at Boise State University, head football coach at University of Colorado, 2 Family Friends
Extras
-starting punter for Boise State University football team for 4 years
-preseason all-america team
-team captain of Boise State University football team
-punted for the Seattle Seahawks
-obtained undergraduate degree in 7 semesters
-associate equity portfolio manager for an investment advising company
-volunteer with Make-A-Wish and volunteer coach at a high school football team and the Boise State University football team
-i like to hunt, fish, shoot guns, workout and go to church (baptist)
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| 13 May 2009 08:40 AM |
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Curious as to what you all think. I haven't taken my AFOQT or TBAS yet so I have no scores to report. I'm looking for an opinion based on a couple of other things until I have the chance to take my tests.
Vision: 20/50 but correctable to 20/20 (I have contacts and glasses)
GPA: 3.0
Flight Hours: 0
Assuming my vision and GPA aren't a problem, what's the advantage of having a few flight hours vs having none? My brother, also applying for UPT but with many hours and working on his commercial, has said that he heard that having only a few hours shows a lack of commitment. I can't afford much more than a few hours right now (just had our first baby!). Would it look better to have 5 or so hours of instruction as opposed to none at all?
I also have very strong LoR from Army Officers ranked MAJ through COL that I work with. I'm a contractor with the Army currently, not a member of. Don't worry, I bleed Blue! I'll update my scores when I get them, sometime in June or July. |
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Sean
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| 21 Aug 2009 07:59 PM |
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OK. Here it goes...
I haven't taken any AFOQT or BAT test yet.
I am a prior enlisted (AF) individual with 6 yrs.
Im 26
I am almost finished with my degree (3-4 classes after this term ending in Oct) in Professional Aeronautics (non technical, I know)
My EPRs we not that great mostly because of the whole PT thing that I couldnt pass (lets not go off on a tanget on this here. I am already working on this I understand this is the military and its part of the culture.) I plan on pursuing letters from previous EPR endorsers that will hopefully say good things to counter the bad.
My GPA is not great(above two, less than three).
I am a CFI, CFII, and MEI with 270+ hrs of flt time and another 60 in a sim (I know sim means squat during the board but it makes me feel better ) I have been out of the AF since Apr 08.
I plan on talking to a recruiter sometime next week to start the process and will post afoqt and bat results when they arrive.
Well there it is...let 'em rip!
Oh yeah OTS! Too late for ROTC for me. |
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| 22 Aug 2009 06:44 PM |
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Applying for OTS, looking for feedback on my chances as both a pilot and navigator select.
AFOQT Scores - 94 Verbal, 80 Academic Aptitude, 77 Pilot, 71 Navigator, 58 Quantitative
PCSM Score - 86 (0 flight hours)
Public Relations degree, 3.0 GPA
5 great letters of recommendation, an abundance of leadership experience, volunteer work, and "whole person-based" experience.
Thanks a lot!
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Hello Everyone,
Just got my AFOQT results and here they are.
P:85
N:76
V:83
AA:83
Q:72
I haven’t taken my TBAS yet so I don't have a PCSM score.
I'm looking to go the OTS route.
*edit* I'm 26 turning 27 in Dec. *edit*
I Have a B.F.A. with a GPA of 2.66
I have 4 LOR's, one from the Chairperson/Director from college, 2 from current colleagues of mine (Director and Senior Designer) and a personal reference.
I have no prior enlisted service.
To be honest I haven’t done much or really any community service or volunteer work, besides helping out at my local parish during Sunday school when I was in High School.
I am however a highly motivated and dedicated married father of two who strives for the absolute best and am extremely disappointed by my AFOQT scores; I was hoping to offset my low GPA with outstanding AFOQT scores, so I feel like I am extremely borderline at best.
I have a rough draft of my Personal statement if there is anyone out there willing to give me feed back on it, please PM me and I’ll send it to you; also if anyone could give me feedback on my chances of landing a pilot slot I would appreciate it and value everyone on this boards opinion.
Please use the link in my Sig below, or just reply.
Thank you everyone.
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