@D.J. I am hoping to have those stats soon; I have to caveat that with it changes every year…so they are guidelines; This should not put you on the sidelines!

Interesting.

I wonder what the percentage of overall UPT Slots are allocated for the Guard and Reserve?

This might be a good discussion for someone who is thinking about earning an Active Duty UPT Slot versus a Guard or Reserve UPT Slot.

Thanks for the info!

D.J.

Money over safety seems to be the motivation here. I know that if they do end of certifying this operation, I would want to know what segment of the flight is “single pilot” and for how long? Also, there should be some threshold of weather conditions or maintenance status that “overrides” single-pilot ops.

Just my 2 cents.

D.J.

Lots to digest here, but I think you are right, Husky! Be good at “flying” and the rest will take care of itself!

No one really knows when or where our next “conflict” will come, but what is for sure is that it will come sooner than later!

The environment is constantly changing, but be ready and have all your “ducks in a row” for when the…

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Great to hear, Will!

As for joining a Unit as a Loadmaster, that is a good option as well.

It really depends on what your long term goals are. A lot of times people join a unit to get experience, make some money and may be get education paid for.

I think its a good idea to look at the all the options and decide what is best for you and…

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Thanks for your question, Will! I can easily answer that!!!

First of all, we have WAY MORE fun than Fighter Pilots because all they do is “fly around the flag pole” then return to base! Haha!!!

I have lots of good friends who are “fighter pilots” and always joke with them about C-130’s landing at the places they blow up!

I have 20+ years as a…

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This are good lists, Biggs!

For me personally, I have enjoyed the Guard because you get out of it what you put into it!

It is not always easy to manage your career, however, I am still able to fly and have had good opportunities for school and orders even through my 28 year point.

I do want to personally say “thank you” to all of you who…

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I agree with CHAOS! The Air Force always seems to be in “crisis mode” when it comes to training. My guess is in the near future, they won’t have enough people to send to UPT! 😂

This is just another element that plays into the UPT Landscape. It doesn’t change any of the fundamentals of applying and preparing for your interview and ultimate…

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Yikes! Now more than ever we need to stay vigilant and aware of surroundings!