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[admdelta]

The AF IMT 24 is an application for the position you're applying for though, so it would make sense that 11F would be the correct response. It's not asking for your current AFSC. 

I always put 11XX (whatever the correct AFSC is). I also asked the POC in Oregon for clarification on this and he said it's also fine to just leave it blank - he just likes the form because it gives him a bunch of useful information about you, not because the version you send is going to be formally submitted. But that of course is probably at the discretion of whoever is handling the paperwork. Definitely don't put the wrong AFSC in there though, like 11M or something. 

Edited March 9, 2020 by admdelta

[tarheelaviator]

11 hours ago, Broskees said:

Any word on Tulsa sending out invites yet?

They were supposed to this weekend.  Kind of surprised didn't at least get the usual "thanks for trying" email yet.  

[Broskees]

2 hours ago, tarheelaviator said:

They were supposed to this weekend.  Kind of surprised didn't at least get the usual "thanks for trying" email yet.  

Same here! Oh well, guess I'll keep on it

[Av8]

20 hours ago, Broskees said:

Any word on Tulsa sending out invites yet?

Tulsa will likely send out invites this week sometime. I doubt they wouldn't at least give some notification to everyone either way. 

[Broskees]

3 hours ago, Av8 said:

Tulsa will likely send out invites this week sometime. I doubt they wouldn't at least give some notification to everyone either way. 

Lets hope so!

[sartoreabram]

So I am new to the application process. But I have seen a few bases (Peterson, Travis, etc.) on BogiDope that lists the UPT Interview Board as continuous. Does anyone know how applying to those bases works? Is it worth calling the POC or sending in an application package and seeing when they are hiring? Or does it just mean they are always accepting applications but the board is still only at certain times?

[admdelta]

52 minutes ago, sartoreabram said:

So I am new to the application process. But I have seen a few bases (Peterson, Travis, etc.) on BogiDope that lists the UPT Interview Board as continuous. Does anyone know how applying to those bases works? Is it worth calling the POC or sending in an application package and seeing when they are hiring? Or does it just mean they are always accepting applications but the board is still only at certain times?

The latter. Basically it means send in an application and hope they get back to you when they decide to start hiring. It’s probably worth having your stuff on file, because a lot of Reserve bases don’t seem to post on Bogidope very often so you might miss it. 

Edited March 10, 2020 by admdelta

[mb1685]

103rd Airlift Wing invites are rolling out.

[ihtbasitc]

2 hours ago, mb1685 said:

103rd Airlift Wing invites are rolling out.

Dang I didn't see them on BD

[twoTangoKilo]

Some info for any of you interested in that New Orleans 122d FS job posting that went up recently.  Received this in response to my email inquiry: 

"Thanks for the email, we have been holding boards about twice a year and are always on the look out for good candidates. In the meantime please submit a completed application packet that includes the following items, in order, in a single PDF file:

1.     Cover letter addressed to the 122FS Hiring Board stating the position you are interested in interviewing for and outlining your qualifications.

2.     Printout of your AFOQT and PCSM Scores from the official website

3.     Resume to include civilian and military experience (Please make this as comprehensive as possible on a single page, it will be heavily weighted.)

4.     Transcript Summary from an accredited 4-year or higher degree

5.     Minimum of 3 letters of recommendation.

6.     If prior service, your last two EPR/OPRs

7.    A current photo and date of birth

If you haven't taken those tests, I recommend starting there as we use these scores to determine eligibility for pilot slots.

 

Talk soon

Maj Stanley "Slam" Cheng

122nd Fighter Squadron"

 

 

[Ten30Seven]

Just heard from the 63rd ARS at MacDill, rushing has been pushed back to the June and July UTAs with interviews in August. In terms of numbers, they said they received over 200 applications, so pretty competitive.

[thebleakmw]

122nd FS just cancelled squadron visits for this upcoming weekend due to coronavirus concerns. I wonder if this is affecting decisions for other upcoming visits/boards (i.e. ft worth, DC). I'm guessing probably yes. 

[sartoreabram]

49 minutes ago, Ten30Seven said:

Just heard from the 63rd ARS at MacDill, rushing has been pushed back to the June and July UTAs with interviews in August. In terms of numbers, they said they received over 200 applications, so pretty competitive.

Did you contact them to find out or did they email you and let you know? 

[Ten30Seven]

16 minutes ago, sartoreabram said:

Did you contact them to find out or did they email you and let you know? 

They gave me a call earlier today

[admdelta]

1 hour ago, Ten30Seven said:

Just heard from the 63rd ARS at MacDill, rushing has been pushed back to the June and July UTAs with interviews in August. In terms of numbers, they said they received over 200 applications, so pretty competitive.

Over 200 for tankers?! That’s more than some fighter squadrons. Insane. 

[gear3green]

13 minutes ago, admdelta said:

Over 200 for tankers?! That’s more than some fighter squadrons. Insane. 

I highly doubt that. They are still a 135 unit. 😂😂

[Duck]

I highly doubt that. They are still a 135 unit.

Yeah... In Tampa Bay... with Orlando being a crew base just 2 hours away...


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[Tommy Boy]

I highly doubt that. They are still a 135 unit.

A 135 unit in an awesome location and with a mission that’ll have you airline ready much faster than many other units! Pros and cons to heavies vs fighters all about what you’re looking for in your aviation career!


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[Duck]

I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa.


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[sartoreabram]

3 minutes ago, Duck said:

I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa.


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If you don’t mind me asking. What unit are you in and do you have any advice? I’ve only recently started applying to units and the 135 is currently my top choice but all of a sudden after hearing how many people are applying I wonder if it’s realistic 

[gear3green]

44 minutes ago, Duck said:

I’m in a 135 unit that doesn’t even advertise our boards because it just gets stupid. Maybe not as nice as Tampa but within a 2 hour drive to a hub for every major airline. I can easily see 200 apps flooding in to Tampa.


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Last time I spoke with them (yesterday) they told me they received a good amount of apps but no where near 200. If the airlines are your goal then the 135 works but at the end of the day the mission is not all exiting at least for me. Which could be a good thing for some. You will find the most chill group of pilots in the 135 community tho. 

[Ten30Seven]

Yeah 200 is really high, but that's what I remember them saying. One thing to consider is the "application" was just emailing them a resume, so there was a pretty low barrier to entry. No need to assemble the usual items like cover letter, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.

[gear3green]

1 hour ago, Ten30Seven said:

Yeah 200 is really high, but that's what I remember them saying. One thing to consider is the "application" was just emailing them a resume, so there was a pretty low barrier to entry. No need to assemble the usual items like cover letter, letters of recommendation, transcripts, etc.

That totally makes sense! I remember him saying they got a bunch of resumes. Complete apps where a different story. But yea tons of resumes. Great unit btw. 

[ihtbasitc]

Anybody heard from the 106th RQW? I heard from personnel once but nothing else in a while...

[tarheelaviator]

18 hours ago, thebleakmw said:

122nd FS just cancelled squadron visits for this upcoming weekend due to coronavirus concerns. I wonder if this is affecting decisions for other upcoming visits/boards (i.e. ft worth, DC). I'm guessing probably yes. 

DC's 121st FS wasn't having formal visits anyway and has done Skype first round interviews in the past.  Anyone else hear from Tulsa yet?  I have a feeling alot of places are going to delay boards/decisions due to the Wuhan Virus.