Convairator,
Thanks for the straight answer. My own research has kind of been telling me that my chances are extremely small.

atr42flyer,
I don't know a Zach Cassel. There are a lot of Agents in SD county. If he's BP he's probably a stand-up guy though!



In my search to find 'something more' to do with myself, I've also started to gain interest in Unmanned Aerial Systems. It didn't take me long to find out lots of pilots look down on them, but the whole reconnaissance aspect of it is very interesting to me, as it relates to aspects of my work in the Border Patrol.

I haven't been able to find much info on how to become a UAS pilot though. Do they hire right off the street, or only take previous military? Is the selection and training the same as 'regular' pilot slots? All the info I've been able to find so far is from years-old articles saying it's going to change in the future, but nothing current. I am planning on calling the 163rd Recon Wing at March Field, which is close to me, but I didn't want to have to bother anyone there with basic questions.

Anyone here have insight on becoming a UAS pilot?