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[Terminator5]

On 10/21/2020 at 12:05 AM, bogeygolf said:

Pilot 87, Nav 55, AA, V, Q - in the 20s, PCSM 87, 2900 hours of flight time, ATP, 3.4 gpa, is it worth submitting package or try to up the latter 3 scores? Thanks in advance. 

Post it here, good luck! 

https://www.flyingsquadron.com/forums/forum/8-what-are-my-chances/

[Marco]

Anyone else hear from Jax yet?

[Flyman]

On 10/20/2020 at 5:03 PM, tarheelaviator said:

Seems it used to be if you were sponsored and cleared medically the Reserve board was just a formality.  Now it seems they have severely cut the number of UPT slots for the Reserve so they are prioritizing the most undermanned squadrons.  

Thanks. I'm not sure if I'm going to get all my medical stuff (MEPS and FC1) completed before the next AFRC board in January. Do I have to have everything completed and stamped before applying to the AFRC board?

[mb1685]

Did anyone catch word of the 136 AW's board ahead of time? Just saw their recruiting Facebook page post a pic of their selectee swearing in. I had no idea they were having a board.

[jonlbs]

6 hours ago, Marco said:

Anyone else hear from Jax yet?

Have a student that said he got invited for an in person interview. That's all I know though

[SubsidedRhyme11]

On 10/20/2020 at 12:36 PM, cowdog said:

Anyone hear back from the OCT AFRC board yet?

ROTC Reserve board met 06 Oct and has a projected return date of 31 Oct. Would expect at least a month from when the board meets.

[sartoreabram]

This may seem like an odd question. But my first visit to a base for a meet and greet is next month. What should you wear and bring? I was told to reach back a week before for details but just trying to get an earlier heads up. Thanks 

[Av8]

8 hours ago, Marco said:

Anyone else hear from Jax yet?

Yeah man, Jax sent out the invites already.

[JabroniWizard]

This may seem like an odd question. But my first visit to a base for a meet and greet is next month. What should you wear and bring? I was told to reach back a week before for details but just trying to get an earlier heads up. Thanks 

Business casual with some nice dress shoes is usually the go to. Don’t be the only dingus showing up in a suit lol.

As far as gifts: it’s usually an alcohol donation to the bar, but I would check with your hiring POC if it’s kosher to bring some. Also seen donuts and coffee being donated which was well received.

Good luck dude!

[bigdreams]

2 hours ago, Av8 said:

Yeah man, Jax sent out the invites already.

Was it a mass email?

[Av8]

1 hour ago, bigdreams said:

Was it a mass email?

Yes it was

[bigdreams]

9 minutes ago, Av8 said:

Yes it was

Got it. Heard a few ppl still haven't heard back.

[sartoreabram]

3 hours ago, JabroniWizard said:

 

Business casual with some nice dress shoes is usually the go to. Don’t be the only dingus showing up in a suit lol.

As far as gifts: it’s usually an alcohol donation to the bar, but I would check with your hiring POC if it’s kosher to bring some. Also seen donuts and coffee being donated which was well received.

Good luck dude!

 

I appreciate the advice! Thanks for all the help

[bogeygolf]

On 10/22/2020 at 1:36 AM, goodflightcowboy said:

If you go to the main page, there should be a forum for "What Are My Chances?" and that typically draws some good responses from other applicants and pilots alike. 

That being said, good job on the P and PCSM. Really depends on what you're looking for, but I'd say with how competitive aviation is right now across the board, it's probably worth trying to increase your scores. But (big but) don't not apply because you're going to retake. If the deadline's coming up, send the app in! Never self-eliminate. 

 

On 10/22/2020 at 5:18 AM, Terminator5lf said:

Post it here, good luck! 

https://www.flyingsquadron.com/forums/forum/8-what-are-my-chances/

Thanks y'all, appreciate it!

[JabroniWizard]

Just got the denial email from Hawaii boys. Congratulations and good luck to those who got selected!


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[Pilot214]

Has anyone heard back from the 126th that did the interview in the beginning of October? 

[mguillotte]

For those who applied to Boise. Did you get confirmation that they received your packet? Haven't been able to get in contact with the POC since I sent mine in a couple of weeks ago.

[2002WS6]

2 hours ago, mguillotte said:

For those who applied to Boise. Did you get confirmation that they received your packet? Haven't been able to get in contact with the POC since I sent mine in a couple of weeks ago.

I sent mine about two weeks ago and haven't heard anything.

[buscruncher22]

On 10/27/2020 at 2:23 PM, UPTapplicant96 said:

Same. I doubt they do, as there are probably well over 200 applications this year

Was able to get a confirmation from the POC yesterday! Goodluck to everyone!

[2002WS6]

Boise just sent out a mass email notifying folks that they had received hard-copies of applications, appears to be about 85 people on it. Just an FYI for those wondering.

[TankerCrewChief20]

On 10/27/2020 at 9:18 AM, Pilot214 said:

Has anyone heard back from the 126th that did the interview in the beginning of October? 

Nothing yet.

[mp.odea]

Need some help.  I've been out-of-the-loop since DQing my FC1 for colorvision back in 2016 after getting picked up at Selfridge.  Just became aware of the changes to the scoring standards for AF cv tests and looking to get back on the interview train before I age out.  Any help with upcoming boards/deadlines for submissions would be incredibly helpful.  Focused on fighters.  Thanks

[CavGuy]

2 hours ago, mp.odea said:

Need some help.  I've been out-of-the-loop since DQing my FC1 for colorvision back in 2016 after getting picked up at Selfridge.  Just became aware of the changes to the scoring standards for AF cv tests and looking to get back on the interview train before I age out.  Any help with upcoming boards/deadlines for submissions would be incredibly helpful.  Focused on fighters.  Thanks

I'm in the exact same situation as you brotha. Theres no easy answer, other than apply absolutely everywhere and cold call units. If you want any info on the color vision test, PM me. 

[sartoreabram]

Well my first meet and greet is this weekend. Any advice form anyone or things to expect that you didn’t? I know that’s vague but just want to see if anyone has any insight or tips.

Thanks!

[mb1685]

2 hours ago, sartoreabram said:

Well my first meet and greet is this weekend. Any advice form anyone or things to expect that you didn’t? I know that’s vague but just want to see if anyone has any insight or tips.

Thanks!

Speaking as a dude who has yet to get picked up (so take this with a grain of salt)...

Be yourself. No, seriously -- if you have to put on a facade to get hired then you'll probably eventually regret it. It's a chance for you to get a feel for the unit just as much as it is for them to get a feel for you. There really does seem to be a pretty big difference in culture from unit to unit, even among the same aircraft. If this one doesn't seem like a good fit for you, remember that there might be another one out there that is. It's not worth putting on a fake persona.

Don't ask questions just for the sake of it. Basic information about the unit's history and mission can be easily found online. Asking things like that poses the risk of making it look like you have little initiative.

Do ask questions you're genuinely curious about. Most pilots are happy to tell you about what there is to do in the area, what neighborhoods are nice, what they do for work (if they're a part-timer), where they went to UPT, etc.

Practice an "elevator introduction". You'll be meeting dozens of people so you want to be able to introduce yourself and give a little sample of your story in about 15-20 seconds, but without sounding too rehearsed. IMO you shouldn't necessarily try to sell yourself (like you might in an actual interview) here since that could come off as way cocky. Just stick to facts.

Treat everyone you meet with respect, regardless of rank. If you do something that rubs them the wrong way, there's a good chance that word of it could make it to the pilots on the hiring board. This includes the most junior enlisted.

You might get to drink at the squadron bar, but don't get too casual. It's a great opportunity to shoot the shit and let the real you out in a more relaxed atmosphere, but don't start treating members of the squadron like they're your buddies you've known your whole life. There's definitely a balance to strike here because you don't want to be too uptight, but it's probably not a good idea to start calling pilots "bro" or "dude" after a couple of drinks (I've seen it happen).

To piggyback on that last point, don't drink too much (or even at all if you don't drink). Know your limits. It's a opportunity to get to know the unit in a less formal setting -- not an opportunity to get sloppy and show them you like to party.

Take time to chat with other applicants too. IMO it shows that you're a team player and you're not antisocial. The connections you make can also be valuable too, I've kept in touch with other applicants I've met and learned a lot from them. It's also pretty awesome running into people you already know at other meet and greets.

Edited November 4, 2020 by mb1685