Intro and AFR questions
First of all, I want to say hello and thanks to all of those who served and who are serving the stars and stripes. Thank You.
My name is Jack and I’m yearning to fly C-17’s in the AFR. I have done quite a bit of research and understand that it’s going to take a lot of hard work. However, I am determined to get in. A little about myself: I recently earned a B.S in aviation management, hold a commercial ticket (SEL) with approximately 300 hours TT and will soon be turning 26. As far as I know, I’m without medical complications (FAA 1st class). I visited a local air base and spoke to one of the chief pilots of the reserve squadron; everything I heard about the AFR from him really appeals to me.
After OTS, SERE, and UPT, I was wondering what the lifestyle of a flying reservist is like. From what I have researched, a pilot can fly as often as they would like, so long as there is work to be done. Also, and almost unimportantly, what’s the pay like? According to the AFR pay scale, an O-1 brings in $377. I read another thread where someone explained how to make the most of the reserves, I just wasn’t sure whether or not that applied to pilots.
Appreciate any and all guidance.
-Jack