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[2002WS6]

15 hours ago, red said:

anyone hear from the 194th yet?

Yes, I heard from them on Sunday although I'm not sure if that was the day they notified everyone or not. Good luck to those invited, and if not keep pressing!

Unsure on the 77th, didn't apply there.

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1 hour ago, 2002WS6 said:

Yes, I heard from them on Sunday although I'm not sure if that was the day they notified everyone or not. Good luck to those invited, and if not keep pressing!

Unsure on the 77th, didn't apply there.

Nice, assuming I’ll get a TBNT soon. Good luck to all those with an interview!

[MeekTiger0824]

TBNT from 121st

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1 hour ago, MeekTiger0824 said:

TBNT from 121st

Same

[GreenArc]

1 hour ago, MeekTiger0824 said:

TBNT from 121st

Same—hopefully someone here did get some good news; best of luck to anyone who did and let’s all stay on the grind otherwise!

[7thokage]

Yes, I heard from them on Sunday although I'm not sure if that was the day they notified everyone or not. Good luck to those invited, and if not keep pressing!
Unsure on the 77th, didn't apply there.

See ya there


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[hockeydork]

Shot down by the 121st as well, good luck to anybody who got it, they seemed like a really solid unit when I was there.

Does anybody know when Florida's meet and greet is? I cannot find the original job posting anymore. 

[hockeydork]

Disregard was able to find it on bogidope

[MeekTiger0824]

On 5/5/2022 at 8:51 PM, hockeydork said:

Does anybody know when Florida's meet and greet is? I cannot find the original job posting anymore. 

Which one is this for? The 93rd? That's the only FL one I see on Bogidope, but looks like they recently updated their website so maybe I'm missing something.

Also what is everyone's experiences with meet and greets? I'm getting the sense they don't boost chances of getting an interview dramatically. I'm hearing stories of guys who went to the meet and greets and didn't get invites. Just trying to figure if it's worth it to fly across the country and burn some vacation days to visit vs using that money to get more flight time.

Also anybody hear back from the 77th?

[GreenArc]

49 minutes ago, MeekTiger0824 said:

Which one is this for? The 93rd? That's the only FL one I see on Bogidope, but looks like they recently updated their website so maybe I'm missing something.

Also what is everyone's experiences with meet and greets? I'm getting the sense they don't boost chances of getting an interview dramatically. I'm hearing stories of guys who went to the meet and greets and didn't get invites. Just trying to figure if it's worth it to fly across the country and burn some vacation days to visit vs using that money to get more flight time.

Also anybody hear back from the 77th?

The advice I’ve heard from pilots at meet-and-greets is that it won’t necessarily win you an interview, but you can certainly lose one there (be respectful to everyone you meet, don’t get blackout drunk, etc.). Also, you go not necessarily just to try and leave an impression but also to get a feel for if the unit fits what *you’re* looking for. I’ve heard from multiple squadrons I’ve visited that you’re feeling them out while there, too.

My 2 cents? If you’ve got the time and funds, and especially if it’s a squadron you’re really high on, go. Simply passing the bro check and having folks instantly put a face/convo with name can only help!

And nothing from the 77th here yet…hopefully we’ll all get some good news soon, though!

[hockeydork]

5 hours ago, MeekTiger0824 said:

Which one is this for? The 93rd? That's the only FL one I see on Bogidope, but looks like they recently updated their website so maybe I'm missing something.

Also what is everyone's experiences with meet and greets? I'm getting the sense they don't boost chances of getting an interview dramatically. I'm hearing stories of guys who went to the meet and greets and didn't get invites. Just trying to figure if it's worth it to fly across the country and burn some vacation days to visit vs using that money to get more flight time.

Also anybody hear back from the 77th?

Yea it's this weekend, shoot me a PM if you go. 

As to meet and greets, I have been to one that was a couple pilots and people and was pretty relax, another was a couple pilots mobbed by like 100 people in the squadron bar. I suck at this process so YMMV, but I wouldn't count on going being a determining factor for getting an interview, but could def lose one as stated.  

Understand the frustration in whether to use the money on flying vs feeling like you're burning it aimlessly. I took the path of making myself a a civilian pilot first, at the cost of visiting units, it made the most sense for my situation. Others spend the money visiting units and get hired, assuming some spend the money visiting and come up with nothing. If you're young maybe do a little of both, carpool, find someone on here to share a room with/rental car etc. I'd offer to share a room this weekend but I'm bringing the old lady. If you go and need a ride let me know

 

[7thokage]

Which one is this for? The 93rd? That's the only FL one I see on Bogidope, but looks like they recently updated their website so maybe I'm missing something.
Also what is everyone's experiences with meet and greets? I'm getting the sense they don't boost chances of getting an interview dramatically. I'm hearing stories of guys who went to the meet and greets and didn't get invites. Just trying to figure if it's worth it to fly across the country and burn some vacation days to visit vs using that money to get more flight time.
Also anybody hear back from the 77th?

Rushing single-handedly is the most important factor. Without question.

However, simply attending isn’t what makes it important. The ability to mesh with the culture and building a good relationship/reputation with the squadron at the meet and greets is the difference maker. That is the #1 most important factor of any candidate.


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[MojoF16]

93d FS World Famous Makos 2022 UPT Board MOVED UP to Aug 6-7 2022 - APPs due to 93FSMakoUPThiring@gmail.com No Later Than 6 June 2022. Send us your Champions. Good Luck!

[MeekTiger0824]

On 5/10/2022 at 3:41 PM, hockeydork said:

I'd offer to share a room this weekend but I'm bringing the old lady. If you go and need a ride let me know

Haha thanks for the offer, but I won't be able to make it this weekend. I might take you up some other time though. Good luck this weekend! 

On 5/10/2022 at 3:41 PM, hockeydork said:

As to meet and greets, I have been to one that was a couple pilots and people and was pretty relax, another was a couple pilots mobbed by like 100 people in the squadron bar. I suck at this process so YMMV, but I wouldn't count on going being a determining factor for getting an interview, but could def lose one as stated.  

 

Haha I feel the same way too. My last meet and greet I felt like I was pretty quiet and out of place, esp as a civilian applicant when most other applicants were prior military. Those guys drank hard too, I felt like they wouldn't even remember me!

[tbro96]

Anyone else here go to the JAX meet and greet? What did you think? I had a great time meeting the other candidates and some more of the pilots/their families. It made me want to join them even more than before. It feels like Christmas Eve waiting to hear back from them about an interview or not.

[VFL]

On 5/16/2022 at 1:51 PM, tbro96 said:

Anyone else here go to the JAX meet and greet? What did you think? I had a great time meeting the other candidates and some more of the pilots/their families. It made me want to join them even more than before. It feels like Christmas Eve waiting to hear back from them about an interview or not.

Any word yet? I’m still waiting. 

[tbro96]

24 minutes ago, VFL said:

Any word yet? I’m still waiting. 

Nothing here yet. I was just wondering if anyone heard anything.

[GreenArc]

Anybody hear anything from the 77th out of NC, or perhaps the 117th out of KS?

Thanks for any intel y'all may have! 

[MeekTiger0824]

7 hours ago, GreenArc said:

Anybody hear anything from the 77th out of NC

No word yet, I think their packages were due April 1, so almost 2 months.

Edited May 25, 2022 by MeekTiger0824

[GreenArc]

On 5/24/2022 at 10:50 PM, MeekTiger0824 said:

No word yet, I think their packages were due April 1, so almost 2 months.

Thanks for the heads up man--hoping some of us hear something for either one soon!

[MeekTiger0824]

3 hours ago, GreenArc said:

Thanks for the heads up man--hoping some of us hear something for either one soon!

Yeah I'm starting to get anxious since the 77th is out of my home state. Did you apply for the 158th AS out of Georgia? I attended their meet and greet and it looks super competitive, over 60 applicants showed up and I saw close to the 100 applicants on the email list. Their timeline is to pick 8-10 for interviews in the next few weeks and interview will take place in August.

[GreenArc]

9 hours ago, MeekTiger0824 said:

Yeah I'm starting to get anxious since the 77th is out of my home state. Did you apply for the 158th AS out of Georgia? I attended their meet and greet and it looks super competitive, over 60 applicants showed up and I saw close to the 100 applicants on the email list. Their timeline is to pick 8-10 for interviews in the next few weeks and interview will take place in August.

Yeah man, I get that 100%! And I did apply to the 158th as well! And man, I HATE that I missed the meet and great, but no shock it was uber competitive. I was actually the unlucky recipient of multiple flight delays, and the only other flights that could get me to Savannah would have gotten me there after the event was over. It was tough, but the Captain I spoke with about it was super, super cool. I've always heard that C-130 guys are an awesome group, and he certainly proved that.

Best of luck to you brother--hoping we can all get some good news soon!

Edited May 27, 2022 by GreenArc

[flying_pig]

Anybody hear anything from the 77th out of NC, or perhaps the 117th out of KS?
Thanks for any intel y'all may have! 

117th has sent out interview invites. Middle of last week I think.


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[GreenArc]

13 hours ago, flying_pig said:

117th has sent out interview invites. Middle of last week I think.


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Copy—thanks for the heads up! Looks like no dice for me then, but congrats to those selected for an interview!

[flying_pig]

Copy—thanks for the heads up! Looks like no dice for me then, but congrats to those selected for an interview!

None for me either. On to the next my guy!


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