You're definitely on the right track to get picked up by someone, whether it's and active duty OTS slot or one in the ANG/AFRC.
1. I flew Hueys (all active duty) as a pilot. That being said, there were a few non prior and prior enlisted guys who were going to fly in the ANG/AFRC doing CSAR. You appear to be a sharp dude. If they can do it, I bet you can as well.
2. There are definitely more than a few dudes who have broken that mold.
Keep applying. Maybe you can fly one of these?