Originally Posted by
CoastieFlier
Clue,
I can only speak from the Falcon side, not the Herc side, but a typical progression for our new pilots finishing their transition training is....
First 4 years at a duty standing unit upgrading to aircraft commander. Seldom make IP during the first tour.
Second 4 years most likely at a second duty standing unit with an upgrade to unit IP. Sometimes you can get a stan IP assignment as a second tour.
The third tour is normally where you head over as a stan IP for four more years if that's what you want to do and are qualified. (this is where I'm at now) Sometimes people go operationally for a third tour and others elect to go to a desk.
CoastieFlier / HercCoastie:
What do you mean when you say transition? Any idea what the progression for a current A/C or IP (C-130) would look like? I understand they would need some
tactics / operational employment training.
Also, the USCG website says this about Engineers. Any word if they are desperate enough for FW aviators to do the same them?
Rank As An Officer
Based on your experience in the degree field, education, officer standards and other criteria, selected applicants will either receive a reserve commission, or temporary commission as a Lieutenant, Lieutenant (junior grade) or Ensign.
http://www.gocoastguard.com/find-you...ssion-programs
RB