Originally Posted by
Dark Knight
Anybody know of any army guard/reserve units hiring chopper guys?
What are the competitive flight times/ratings to be hired?
What would be the experience and/or knowledge needed to make it through Ft Rucker? Would a private helo ticket be that advantageous?
Are the follow on schools easier or more difficult?
Any feedback much appreciated (esp contact info for the units)
Thanks,
DK
Most units are looking for pilots. Something about deployments, or something like that.
No flight time necessary; it depends on the unit if they will take you or not. The unit I was in had some VERY hight time pilots with several active duty tours; a few flew in Viet Nam. We also had a smattering of new pilots.
You need a pulse and the ability to fog a mirror to make it through Ft. Rucker. Follow on courses may be challenging (AH-64, OH-58D), but if your IQ is above 100 you should make it through. Don't waste your money on your private-RW. You'll be able to get a commercial RW when you graduate. Getting a private FW should help.
For the Army Reserves, go to:
http://www.baseops.net/aviation-jobs...s_ALL-ADS.html
Scroll down to the Army Reserve portion.
Look through your state National Guard directory. If you post you state or location, I could probably help.