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2025 BogiDope & MilRecruiter Survey
Complete this quick ~7-minute survey and you’ll receive a $25 BogiDope credit as a thank-you for helping shape the future of BogiDope & MilRecruiter in 2026. Early-Bird Bonus: Finish the survey by 12/19/25 and you’ll also be entered to win … Continue reading
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JSampson are now connected 5 hours agoReply to When can I start rushing?
Lauren,
I’ll second what most others here have said. I know many units that allow potential candidates to rush anytime. I don’t think it’s ever too early to start building these connections. However, definitely meter your unit visits with their hints as to how much or little meets the mark. If you’re going to drill every month for a year it…
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austin-w posted an update 14 hours ago
Mindset- Rushing / Interviewing
Good Morning Everyone!
When you’re rushing or interviewing at guard/reserve units for highly coveted pilot slots, what makes you stand out from the other applicant?
I think one of the best things you can do is have a strong “why.”
I wanted to share a book that I feel really helped myself stand out in applying to ANG units and can open your…
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maverick-maensivu posted an update 16 hours ago
MEPS/paperwork
Does it make sense to wait until getting a sponsorship from a squadron before filling out paperwork for MEPS or filling out the paperwork for the next pilot board? There is no benefit in doing those until one gets sponsorship somewhere, right? An AF reserve recruiter told me to start working on those items but i want to get sponsorship from…
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I would strongly recommend waiting for sponsorship for your chosen method of military entry before filling out MEPS paperwork. Whether you are hired at a guard/reserve unit or go for an active duty pilot slot, that organization will present the MEPS paperwork for you at the appropriate time in that process. DM me if any…
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For what it’s worth, I worked with a Reserve recruiter and they sent me to MEPS in between my AFOQT and the TBAS. I’m not sure if that was normal, but it was nice to clear it just to know there were no basic medical issues. There is no commitment for doing the commissioning physical at MEPS, you’re not sworn in or anything of the sort.
The…
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CHAOS posted an update 2 days ago
A BogiDope Hot streak!
Another big shout out to Sebastian D., who was recently hired to be one of the next great Rescue HH-60 pilot’s in Alaska with the 210th RS!
Congrats and looking forward to big things from you!
Date and Time change for AFOQT Webinar for December
December’s Webinar will now be Dec 18th at 7pm MT, 9pm ET.
AFOQT Webinar – Introducing the AFOQT Wingman App
Thursday, December 18 · 19:00 – 20:00 MT
Time zone: America/Denver
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/dei-oxvy-zfs
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SIC posted an update 3 days ago
National Security Strategy (NSS)
POTUS & SECWAR outlined their National Security Strategy (NSS) this week at the Reagan Library. Certainly a change from historical norms when it comes to US Foreign Policy! I outlined some highlights below for those that want a summary. Otherwise, I highly encourage you to read it for yourselves and let me know what you think!
1. US Foreign…
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Hegseth Outlines New National Defense Strategy During Speech at Reagan Library
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth presented a preview of the War Department's forthcoming National Defense Strategy during a keynote speech, outlining four lines of effort for the department to take, so
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