Originally Posted by
Cruz5350
There's no shortage in the military I literally just got told thanks but no thanks from the reserves. Recruiter had 35 packets for a board this year that only required 3 slots. Trying for the guard before I age out this year but the reality is they'll select some enlisted guy with a private before someone off the street and there's a good shot they'll medical out or wash out before completing UPT. Hardly a shortage in the military.
From my experience, Guard babies have done better than off the street UPT hires.
If you
really want to fly with a Guard/Reserve unit, you'd do better taking any slot (admin clerk, supply, anything) in a unit you want to fly in and apply for a pilot training position after you've established a good reputation in the unit.