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Khaleesa replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion a year ago
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goonie replied to the discussion If enlisted in the Guard, can I only apply to guard units for a UPT slot and not reserve units? in the forum Air Force a year ago
If enlisted in the Guard, can I only apply to guard units for a UPT slot and not reserve units?
Awesome thank you!
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SLAP replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion a year ago
@goonie It sounds like you discovered what many USAFA grads won’t understand until day one of UPT — the Guard/Reserve provides significantly more control over your career (location, aircraft, civilian opportunities, etc). The Academy provides a world-class education, but it won’t be easy finding many advantages to going the USAFA route…
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goonie started the discussion If enlisted in the Guard, can I only apply to guard units for a UPT slot and not reserve units? in the forum Air Force a year ago
If enlisted in the Guard, can I only apply to guard units for a UPT slot and not reserve units?
I am looking into enlisting as a 17 year old to the Jacksonville ANG (125th fighter wing) as a crew chief. I think this will increase my chances at a upt slot upon getting my bachelors. If I do that and I’m committed for six years, will I only be able to apply for guard units in that time or can I apply for reserve units as well. Just for… Read more
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goonie replied to the discussion Introduce Yourself in the forum General Discussion a year ago
Hello! I am currently a junior in highschool and am on track to earn my associates upon graduation. I have wanted to go to USAFA for years, but recently found out about the guard/reserves. It sounds more appealing to me because I feel like I can further my chances at specifically a fighter slot, and not get stuck with a tanker (no offense to… Read more