Travis
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Wow, great scores. What did you feel was the most helpful/applicable out of all the prep materials you used? As you were taking the test, did you ever think, “I’m sure glad I used that resource”?
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I’ve had a very similar experience to you. Started by reaching out to the local air force recruiter in my town who informed me that they only handle enlisted recruits. He gave me the contact information for 2 officer candidate recruiters who I couldn’t get a hold of. My luck changed when I was introduced to a co worker of mine who has been in the ANG for 20 years. I explained my situation and he said don’t worry about it. He knows the people to talk to, and when I’m ready to take the test he’ll arrange it no problems. I’m still studying, but in the next couple of weeks I’m going to call him get the ball rolling. Moral of the story, is there anyone that you know who is currently serving in any capacity, or that a friend might know? Seems like knowing someone on the inside is extremely helpful. And most will be happy to point you in the right direction. Not coming from a military family, I have no idea how the machine works, nor did I have any help… Until now. It makes a difference. Good luck to you in your quest.
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Despite the power going out in the building as I was about 85% done with the test, it still turned out really good. 99 PCSM. I’ll say the software you use at home is worth every penny…It’s a cheat code. So if you have been doing it that often, you’ll have no issues. Time is best spent getting better on the multitasking part and UAVs. If not for the software, I wouldn’t have gotten a single UAV correct. On the real test, I got 100% correct and average less than half a second on every response. On the multitasking, try to score at least 100 in every box. One trick that others have mentioned which helps is try to make a word out of the letters in the top left. Memorizing random letters is tough. The stick and rudders at my testing location were so clapped out, the training I did on my equipment seemed like a waste almost. I think I was scoring about 13,000 with around 30% accuracy on default settings at home if that helps.
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I just took it not too long ago. It is inverted, like flying an aircraft.
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As for the stick and rudder, you can get a cheap set on Amazon. If you are a prime member, 2 day shipping, and free 30 day returns. So if you don’t want to keep them long term, just return them before the 30 days is up, and train hard during that time. Make sure to keep the box in perfect condition and treat the equipment nice of course.
Here are links to what I used:
Joystick: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000U1OOH4?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_detailsRudder Pedals: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015PII6YI?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
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Does anyone whos taken the TBAS recall if the Y-axis on the joystick is inverted? For instance you push the stick forward and the reticle goes down the screen instead of up the screen. The TBAS practice software has a setting to toggle the inversion off. Its kind of a big deal, I would like to practice on the right setting.
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This reply was modified 11 months, 3 weeks ago by Travis.
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I took the computer version of the AFOQT this morning at a Pearson Test Center in Nashville.
Apparently they don’t give many AFOQT tests, if any at all, and they were about to give me a calculator!! I had to tell them no calculators were allowed… So speak up if this happens. You don’t want to get your test thrown out because someone doesn’t know their job that well.
They give me a blank booklet with laminated engineering paper and a fine point magic marker, which served in place of scratch paper. This proved to be DISASTROUS when my marker ran out of ink mid way through the arithmetic reasoning sub test…I was pretty pissed about that. Cost me about 7 questions. I requested a new marker which came a minute or so later, but in this test every second counts, and the damage was already done.
The test is self paced. You can finish the whole thing as fast as you want. The computer will prompt you for the scheduled 15 minute break, but you can decline it and keep going if you want. There’s a countdown timer for every section so you know how long you have left.
Before every section, there was anywhere from 3 to 7 minutes of practice and instructional time before the sub test started. The timer was proportional to the actual length of the section. You could use that time to gather yourself mentally, read the instructions, practice, or just skip it and push on.
If your mouse speed is pretty fast (the “next” button is far away from the answer selections), and you have a good computer (there is a slight delay in loading the next problem), then it should take less time to answer then bubbling in a Scantron. Marginal difference, but it’s there.
As for the table readings, this section benefited the most from being on the computer! I was always coming up a few questions short while taking timed practice tests using Baron’s, but I had no issues on the real thing. It’s only -17 to +17 rather than -20 to +20. You also don’t have to worry about flipping pages, re-locating your current question #, or having the book crease right in the middle of the table. The real test also has the row & column numbers around the entire table, as opposed to just the top and left. That’s a big deal! Here’s a free hint for the real test. Find the x value first, and use the mouse to click and drag, highlighting the column. Then just use your eyes to make the intersection! Easy
As for the instrument comprehension, it didn’t use confusing, dark silhouettes. It had a cartoon looking airplane with color, and bombs under the wings. This helps more than you think. If you can do Baron’s, you shouldn’t have any issues here. Just don’t let the easy feeling cause you to relax and come up short on time. Don’t underestimate the time limit on this one.
Last thing I’ll say is, I used Baron’s, Trivium, and AFOQTguide.com. Baron’s is by far the closest to the format of the real thing. Even some of the questions looked oddly familiar (especially block counting). It’s still good to use as many resources as you can get your hands on.
Feel free to DM me if you have any specific questions about my experience.