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Spinner posted an update
Hello everyone! I’m a current college student looking to fly fighters (any type, any place) for the Guard. I am currently working towards my PPL and I’m slated to graduate college in May. By that point I should have my PPL as well, should I begin reaching out to units and if so how do I go about that without having a Officers package yet?
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Spinner,
Your timing is pretty good to start rushing units. Based on the wording of your question, and the reference to “an officer’s package”, you might be confusing things a bit. Basically, you need a college degree, AFOQT and TBAS tests and some flight time (although not mandatory) to submit an application. There will be a few other items but those are the essentials. If hired by a unit, they will send you to Officer Training School and then on to pilot training.
So yes, start trying to make connections w/ the units you’re interested in now and get ready to apply as soon as you’re ready. I would recommend completing your PPL, at a minimum, to be more competitive but that is not a requirement.
Cheers,
Snip
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Snip, thank you for your response! I will definitely take you up on your advice and start making connections/networking where I can. Your input is greatly appreciated!
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