Want to Land on Aircraft Carriers?
If you’ve considered becoming a pilot in the USN or USMC, you’ve surely wondered, “What does a Navy or Marine Corps pilot do?” An easier
So You Want to Fly Army?
If you’re a regular to the annals of BogiDope, odds are pretty high that you’re fully aware of the United States Air Force’s beginnings. You’re,
The Ultimate Military Pilot Career Path (Part 1)
I’ve written extensively on The Pilot Network about what I consider to be the Ideal Career Path for a Military Pilot. I envisioned that path
The Ultimate Military Pilot Career Path (Part 2)
Welcome back, future aviators! In Part 1 of this series we saw how getting hired by a Guard or Reserve unit right out of college
How to Become a Fighter Pilot
Have you seen Top Gun or any of the (objectively terrible) Iron Eagle movies more times than you’re willing to admit? Do you daydream of
Ultimate OTS/TFOT Guide (Part 1)
Dear BogiDope Readers, We have a treat for you today! A recently-commissioned Second Lieutenant wrote a fantastic report about what to expect at Total Force
Ultimate OTS/TFOT Guide (Part 2)
Welcome back BogiDope readers! This is Part 2 of our in-depth report on what OTS is like right now. We covered sections 1-3 last week,
USAF Initial Flight Training (IFT)
So you’re a freshly minted, steely-eyed 2nd Lieutenant that’s ready to dominate UPT with the highest MASS score ever recorded and eager start your new
Surviving Wright Patterson and Your FC1 Physical
First of all, congratulations, you did it! Whether it was through ROTC, Active Duty, or the Guard/Reserves to fly fighters, heavies, or helos, you won
Air Force Career Progression – Officer
We’re going to discuss career progression today. As a former Active Duty pilot, I’ll admit I don’t love this topic. You have to understand: I’m
Air Force Career Progression – Pilot
Welcome back to Part 2 of our series about career progression for Air Force pilots, from the pilot perspective. If you haven’t already read Part
Military Pilot Pay and Benefits
The military offers some fantastic career opportunities for pilots. It can also set you up for an enjoyable and lucrative civilian flying career later in
How to Get into the Air Force Academy
Few career paths can match the prestige and honor that come with being a military officer. For many achievement-oriented individuals, the chance to attend one
How to Become an Army Aviation Officer
Well as I’ve said, the majority of pilots in the Army will be entering Army Aviation by one of the means covered last week. But
Health Insurance Basics for Pilots
Welcome back to BogiDope! We’ve taken a couple weeks off to enjoy the holidays with our families. We hope you got to do the same,
Alphabet and Number Soup: FAR Parts Explained
If you are entering the world of civilian flying from the military, regulations and arcane acronyms are nothing new to you. The Air Force has
Whats Your Status?
Anyone who is new to the Air National Guard (ANG) can attest to this simple fact, understanding who you work for on any given day
Should I Give Up Retirement to Join the Airlines Now?
One of the things that made it frustrating trying to figure out whether to stay in the Air Force or get out was the lack
Give a Hoot! Don’t Commute! – Part 1
Do you remember this guy? For long-ago young Emet, Woodsy was the epitome of awesome, and his admonition was witty and cool. And yet…today I
Palace Chase and Palace Front Explained
It’s easy to feel trapped as an Active Duty Air Force pilot. With years to go before your Active Duty Service Commitment is up, your
Accessible Aviation – A BogiDope Client Review
Written by Joseph Bores, BogiDope Client and Accessible Aviation Graduate A couple years ago a lifelong interest in warfighting and military aviation, featuring a number
Fleet Meat: What to Expect in the Fleet Replacement Squadron and Your First Fleet Tour
Once you get those Wings of Gold after what can be two-to-three years of continuous training, it’s time to go do the nation’s business for
Guard and Reserve Pay and Benefits
The National Guard and Reserve components of the military offer outstanding opportunities for pilots like you and me to serve our country. While they provide
Curing The Pilot Disease Worse Than COVID-19 – Part 2
Welcome back! It’s time to conclude our examination of a disease that I call Wingman or Copilot Syndrome. We started this series by exploring some
The Ultimate Guide to Earning a Pilot Slot in Air Force ROTC, Part 2
In part one of this article series, we discussed what Air Force ROTC is and what it is like. This article will detail how you
Airline Comparison – Part 3
Welcome back TPN! This is Part 3 of 3; the final installment in a series looking at how to choose between job offers from multiple
The Basics: Understanding Air Force Rank Structure From an ANG Pilot Perspective
There are plenty of charts available online that illustrate the hierarchy of Air Force ranks and the insignias that identify them. But if you’re a
Will I Be Single (Engine) Forever?
Thanks to my military flying background, I have a lot of pilot friends who either have flown mostly turboprops, or mostly single-engine aircraft. I also
How Do I Get My Airline Application Noticed?
I recently got hired by a major airline and have been asked several times for advice on applications, interviews, etc. from other hopeful future airline