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Looking at pursuing the UPT pipeline dream be it AD or Guard/Reserve. Uncertain of how the prior service will factor into this- also looking at taking the AFOQT again. ------------------------------------------------------------ Background: Age: 28 Education: USAFA 2014- Management Prior service: Separated 2019 as an O3 Rec letters: 2 O5, 1 Airline Pilot + could get a Delta Cap, USAFR C130 guy (separated) PCSM: 74 AFOQT: Took at USAFA in 2013- Retake would certainly boost pilot/nav scores in the high 40's making them much higher. Flight hours: 1300 TT, 71 Actual Flight Certs: CFI-A, CFI-I, Com ME. --------------------------------------------------------- In short, looking for any fellas that may have advice/details on how to achieve this- any route is fine and provide different pros/cons. 1) While taking the AFOQT would certainly boost scores, and by no means am I against it- trying to get a date as I type this- is it a necessity for the AD board to get a slot? I believe the research shows an 75-80% chance of UPT completion based on the score alone. 2) How would the prior commission service play a role in this- No OTS on the time to UPT? --------------------------------------------------------- I know the USAF AD needs pilots desperately, hoping I can do my part. Thank you ladies and gentlemen.

Hey guys I'm a junior in high school and very interested in applying to the AF Academy this coming year. My long term goal is to earn a pilot slot at either the academy or through ROTC. My question is, what does the academy look for in a high school student, what can I be doing right now to improve my chances of getting in, and what's the best way to get a nomination? If anyone out there is a graduate or current cadet I would love to hear what you did to get in and if you recommend it! As far as ROTC goes, which ROTC programs are well known for their members getting pilot slots? Ive heard a lot about ERAU and VT, but wonder if there are others out there or if it really matters which ROTC program you go to as far as getting a pilot slot goes. Thanks!