BogiDope | TexasRed | Activity https://bogidope.com/members/redrinzler/activity/ Activity feed for TexasRed. Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:52:25 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.18.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 adc08359a15ade3c25a5a491ae6003e0 TexasRed replied to the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/#post-363946 Wed, 28 Aug 2024 02:34:03 -0400 Reply to Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

Yes sir! I think my prerogative going forward is, while I’m working full time, focus on physical and mental development to become a more attractive candidate and rack up flight hours. I also just saw BogiDope post a memorandum regarding fighter slots and how for the next year or two it’s going to be slow and difficult but after a year or two…

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]]> 9359382d2daef873bb6140a252f693fd TexasRed replied to the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/#post-363853 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 23:21:23 -0400 Reply to Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

I see. Thank you for the explanation and analogy. You have helped shift my perspective on the matter. I don’t think I will look at joining the AF Reserves in a non-flying role as it is apparent that it could interrupt my professional career and possibly deter me from transitioning into a pilot slot later on.

The immutable reality of my current…

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]]> e38021881f6f060d990f4933d1f93e92 TexasRed replied to the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/#post-363826 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 17:04:21 -0400 Reply to Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

I should specify that I am wanting to remain active in this position for at least two to three years to ensure I have meaningful professional experience within my career field to always lean on for potential future endeavors!

]]> b70408103532762df9f7f7019d5e5748 TexasRed replied to the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/#post-363821 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 16:25:11 -0400 Reply to Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

No, sir! My priority is becoming a pilot over an officer, but given my current timeline and position at AFRL, I wasn’t sure if getting prior experience in the AF Reserves now before rushing for a pilot slot would be an effective approach. I’ve heard in some cases it can help bolster your application to have prior service in either the guard or…

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]]> 90ade3af4243504c15b138ee5ed36603 TexasRed replied to the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/#post-363631 Mon, 26 Aug 2024 03:12:29 -0400 Reply to Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

Yes, sir! Will do!

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Yes sir! Thank you for your insight in this matter. I will follow the latter of your recommendations and begin identifying units to rush while I work full time! Thank you for your reply, sir!

]]> 30343492fd4eab2207cae8086819f452 TexasRed started the discussion Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard in the forum Air Force https://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/timing-on-joining-air-force-reserve-guard/ Sun, 25 Aug 2024 03:05:26 -0400 Timing on Joining Air Force Reserve/Guard

Howdy! I just had an inquiry and wanted to seek some advice before settling on a decision!

I’ve been contemplating joining the AFRC or the ANG for almost half a year now, and it seems like now more than ever might be the best timing.

I’m currently working for the Space Force as a DoD civilian at the Air Force Research Laboratory at Kirtland…

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]]> 0b61523621577076ea3bffa5d2fa30b4 TexasRed replied to the discussion Undergraduate Engineering Student - UPT Inquiry in the forum Air Force http://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/undergraduate-engineering-student-upt-inquiry/#post-331381 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 03:10:24 -0500 Reply to Undergraduate Engineering Student - UPT Inquiry

Yahoo,

Thank you for your straightforward response and your kind comments! I also appreciate your suggestions! 😁

I will be sure to reach out to you if I have any questions as I progress, but you answered everything and more in my current position!

Ad Astra!

]]> b797ee396e2e425030c15af42ce75650 TexasRed started the discussion Undergraduate Engineering Student - UPT Inquiry in the forum Air Force http://bogidope.com/forums/discussion/undergraduate-engineering-student-upt-inquiry/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:23:26 -0500 Undergraduate Engineering Student - UPT Inquiry

Howdy!

I just recently discovered this app and community and it seems to be the perfect destination for all things piloting regarding the military! I figured it would be best to direct my inquiries to this forum instead of searching aimlessly for information:

My Background:

I’m currently an undergraduate student about to graduate this May (2024)…

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