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EricD posted a new activity comment

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 01:37:20 -0400

I’d also like to recommend Gunboss—he’s an outstanding instructor who comes well-prepared and explains concepts clearly. While I didn’t work with him one-on-one, I watched all of his videos in the library and attended several of his seminars—he’s top-notch.

Additional advice: have a system for identifying and targeting your weak areas. Start…

In reply to - spencer-myers posted an update in the group Military Test Prep

Just finished my first AFOQT book and have another to read, planning on taking the test in a month or two. This will be my second attempt so it has […]

EricD replied to the discussion The Squadron Shelf in the forum General Discussion

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:25:27 -0400

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This book was an awesome deep dive into old-school fighter culture and the behind-the-scenes politics that shaped some of the most iconic jets still flying today, including the F-15, F-16, and B-1. It really highlights the value of doing your homework and being prepared, but…

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EricD replied to the discussion Rush Event Networking in the forum Air Force

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 13:06:43 -0400

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I honestly wouldn’t be opposed to just getting together with BogiDope coaches and fellow members a few times first, even without squadrons initially involved. Simply being able to network within that group and create some unique shared experiences would already make it worthwhile!

Maybe the first few events could feature guest speakers from…

EricD posted a new activity comment

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:44:28 -0400

Hey Sharky, just saw this and regret missing the day you were monitoring the BD feed. Really appreciate you putting that out there, and I wanted to reach out regardless!

I had a question about the diversity of mission sets, especially things like airdrop versus specialized ops like MAFFS or the insect spraying you posted about. Are those… Read more

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I will be monitoring the BD feed all day if anyone has any questions!

EricD and Smack-Meier are now connected

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:25:02 -0400

EricD replied to the discussion B-course (FTU) Questions in the forum Air Force Pilot Training (IFT, UPT, IFF, & FTU)

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 22:43:33 -0400

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Hey @Smack-Meier ,

This is an amazing public service to reach out before the webinar to ensure everyone’s questions get answered, so I didn’t want to let it go to waste!

Primary Question: What are some of the more common reasons (and ways to avoid them) that someone makes it through UPT and IFF but then ends up struggling or washing out during…

EricD posted a new activity comment

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 22:07:02 -0400

@D.J., I had a similar experience to Allen’s. I reached out to every Detachment along the Front Range in Colorado and Wyoming, using any contact information I could find on their websites. The main challenge is that many detachments only offer testing at the beginning of each semester so timing is critical. Additionally, a few schools…

In reply to - D.J. posted an update in the group Military Test Prep

Has anyone taken the AFOQT @ an ROTC Detachment?

If so, how do you schedule the test?

D.J.

EricD posted an update in the group Military Test Prep: Has anyone used afoqtpracticetest.com for test prep? […]

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 03:45:56 -0400

Has anyone used afoqtpracticetest.com for test prep? I’m particularly interested in feedback from those who have taken the AFOQT and can comment on how comparable the questions are. I’ve watched some of Tutor Gunboss’ webinars, and while they seem similar, I’m cautious about wasting time, especially with my test date approaching on September…

EricD joined the group Military Test Prep

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 03:41:38 -0400

EricD posted a new activity comment

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 03:08:43 -0400

I’d love to see a webinar on rushing, mainly spelling out what to expect. For example, I learned quite a bit from the interview with the UPT selectees about what rushing is actually like, and would be interested in hearing a bit more about what to expect at different types of units, which types of questions will get asked in a less formal…

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What do you want to learn about?

We’re putting together our May webinar lineup and want your input on what subjects you want us to cover the most (e.g. parts of your […]

EricD started the discussion Tips for Networking with Pilots at Specific Units? in the forum General Discussion

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 16:16:47 -0400

Tips for Networking with Pilots at Specific Units?

Hello everyone,

I’m trying to figure out the best way to network with pilots at specific units and could use some advice. Is reaching out on LinkedIn too forward, or is that generally okay? I’m really trying not to step on any toes or commit any faux pas while going through this process, but I also understand that making genuine connections…

EricD replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 01:33:41 -0500

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@SLAP Unfortunately, I have about 1.5 years left, so hoping to start be able to start rushing this summer (thanks to the advice of @CHAOS ) and then start legitimately sending packets next year. That unfortunately only gives me one year of being qualified and sending packets before I’m 33, so working on a very compressed timeline, but…

EricD replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:41:59 -0500

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Hello everyone, my name is Eric. I’ve been a career college dabbler, which unfortunately made my GPA suffer, and have been a project manager for my entire professional career. I moved to Denver about 2 years ago and got fascinated by the constant air traffic overhead, including the Buckley F-16s. In the course of looking into how to become…

EricD replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 01:24:45 -0500

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That’s amazing, WAS! Congratulations; it seems that you are a dedicated and hard worker and earned everything you’ve achieved. I sure wish I had everything together when I was college age. Best of luck to you moving forward!

EricD replied to the discussion Late to the Game - Maximizing Chances in the forum Air Force

Thu, 07 Sep 2023 13:00:53 -0400

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Thanks for the replies, gentlemen! I’m glad to see that someone with your experience has seen people take the scenic route, because I thought for sure that would be my downfall. The advice is much appreciated and I will get to work on implementing it.

I also see that you flew in New Orleans! Some of my earliest memories of being enamored with…

EricD started the discussion Late to the Game - Maximizing Chances in the forum Air Force

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 22:41:46 -0400

Late to the Game - Maximizing Chances

I was hoping to get some feedback on the things around the fringes that I could use to maximize the chances of being competitive to a hiring board. I’m currently 30, turning 31 in November, and due to some immaturity in my 20’s, I still have about a year and half before I graduate college, and the best GPA I could graduate with would be a…