Originally Posted by
e5casey
I'm currently trying to join the Air Force and am wondering if some guys with some experience can help give me an idea of what my chances are.
I'm 22 and will be graduating this Dec. with a degree in Flight Science with a 3.0 GPA. I have a commercial pl, instrument rating and multiengine rating with 230 flight hours. I scored a 90 on the pilot portion of the AFOQT and a 94 on my PCSM. I have several letters of recommendation from retired Air Force pilots as well as a state rep, and a state senator. I have no record or have had any trouble with the law.
What are my chances of getting accepted into OTS as a pilot candidate?
Don't know, seems like you have all the necessary elements to be competitive. Am a squid aviator type, now in reserves serving as a head staff janitor-blame taker, but I did spend 21 years in Navy jets. Started as a USAF ROTC who was supposed to go to Vance for UPT. Ended up as a squid in Pensacola.
Good luck, wish you the best. Many good USAF friends. If USAF doesn't look like it may pan out, would encourage a look at Navy and USMC. If you like helicopters, then would open up to looking at Army Warrant Officer.