Decision Point
If you’ve been keeping up with this article series, you’re now familiar with the basic mechanics of getting into Navy Flight School, working your way…
Category: Naval and Marine Corps Aviation
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…
USN/USMC Flight School
This article’s objective is to give you an overview of what Navy flight school looks like generally with an eye towards the attitudes and trends…
Starting Flight School
All right, you’ve got your grand plans for commissioning and getting selected for aviation. You feel like you’re set and ready for takeoff. But first,…
Getting In the Door: Commissioning Sources
If you want to fly for the Navy or Marine Corps, your best bet is to get a commission. While non-commissioned (typically warrant officer) pilots…
Navy Platforms & Places
In the spirit of this series, the function of this article is to leave the prospective Naval Aviator more informed about just what it is…
Naval Aviation – Cultures, Attitudes and Career Path
If you’re interested in figuring out if Naval Aviation seems like your cup of tea, you’ll be interested in what sort of folks do the…
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…