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another old dude here...you can make it happen if it's what you want. Like others have said, make the squadrons tell you know. Don't self eliminate before you even apply.

anyone starting UPT in October in columbus?

CH47 is not wrong. It can take a while prepare for the long game until WPAFB and NGB hire additional staff to keep up with the work load.

you likely wouldnt be able to get orders from their unit. However, you may see what Title 5 technician jobs are posted on USAJobs that you could apply for because those are non-dual status positions meaning you do not have to be a member of the unit to apply.

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Thanks for the gouge! I am not in CA, but i appreciate the offer. I am significantly beyond my TIG and hoping to get something moving soon.

I did have an issue where my dates were input incorrectly which then made me ineligible for promotion because the DOR was wrong. Now that it is fixed, I am trying to figure out the process of requesting it. First, i'll preface with i am new to the Air Guard (traditional guy not near my facility) and still learning all the systems like vMPF and MyPers, but as i understand this process should go through MyPers in some manner, but i can't find any guidance in there except for a short PDF that doesnt have instructions on what i need. Any guidance/help would be greatly appreciated.

Does anyone know where I can find information out about an SSB and how to get one initiated?

I have not heard them halting the bonus. i hope this is not true as i've been have trying to get my records all corrected (After NGB messed them up...go figure) to submit my packet. My recruiter that is managing this did tell me i can apply during training.

i'll second this

I was brought into student flight but attached to the squadron...if that’s a thing...I’m not sure if that’s what they were supposed to do and I know that my packet was kicked back once because if it. I don’t think NGB normally did what my unit did.

Thanks for the update. I’ve got UPT dates coming up in a few months and won’t be able to go until my ARB is done

interesting....my swear in date was the day i raised my hand...my gain happened about a month later....at the end of the day, the only date that matters in relation to your DD368 expiring is the day you swore in because that is what will show on your records for the "day you joined the Air Force"...but if your unit is squared away and can knock them out that close together that's awesome!

Your gaining date will be the date on your oath so you should be good already

Can anyone provide clarification on whether the newest changes (additional AFSC that were added to the eligibility list) to this bonus apply for the whole FY19 or if eligibility for those newest additions are only eligible 01Jan19 and end at the end of the FY19?

Also be sure to connect with the state VA where you live. Some states offer education benefits that are separate from the federal benefits like the GI Bill.

depends on the air frame i would think....but otherwise...the age is now 33 to start UPT so you're good

An FC1 is an FC1 so it should be valid whether it comes from a guard unit or reserves. @stuckindayton should be able to confirm this. It's the same DD Form 2808 that the Army gives, just different tests. Refer to my post on the "recent FC1 experience" forum for a detailed description of the physical. The guard does take longer to access new pilot applicants than the reserves. so that may be a factor for the ETP. Start rushing units now and visit all the units you would like to be a part of. I applied to several units around the country, had four interviews, and two job offers. Some people it doesn't take as long, but i got a lot of "no's" to receive the perfect "yes" for my family and I. I couldn't be happier even if it meant waiting long to transfer from the Army Guard to Air Guard.

I’ll be reaching out to the retention manager in my wing tomorrow and I’ll see what comes of that. No promises though

I got some intel for ya'all...sorry for the crappy quality.

and then please pass those to me as well 😉

Keep in mid that any full time opportunities today could be gone by the time you get back from school. My advice...if you have kids...stay near family so the grandparents can help your spouse when you are on trips or downrange.

for folks in training does this add 4 years to the 10 year UPT commitment?

Well played!

haha! i hear that!