Air National Guard
10-08-2007, 11:21 AM
#14
On Reserve
Joined APC: Apr 2005
Position: Lav Cleaner
Posts: 14
Originally Posted by hjs1971
I'm a Guard guy and can tell you it's the best kept secret in America and will be one of the best things you can ever do with your life. It will open more doors and give you multiple opportunities you may never have. Commitment wise, plan on a full 2 years once you get your schooling dates to get trained, qualified, and up to speed. All we fly are turbine aircraft and most, if not all, units hire pilots specifically for pilot positions, you don't go to the recruiter like mechanics, cooks, infantry, etc. do, you go straight to the pilots and they do the hiring. There is tons of info out there on Guard, it's never to early to look into it, best of luck.
well. i will have my 4 year degree by summer 2008. what are my chances of becoming a pilot for the ANG flying C17's.. i have my pilots license right now. commercial multi rating. I'm 23 with an AA degree. Do I have to wait to get a 4 yr degree and then go or can i start? Do I have to go through OCS first? Or do I go straight to Pilot School? I'm new at this so. Please educate me.
10-08-2007, 11:36 AM
#15
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Sep 2007
Position: KC-135R IP/EP
Posts: 273
I've got good news and bad news for you...First, it looks like you are well on your way to being highly qualified and yes the 4 year degree is mandatory. Now for the bad news, yes, you must do OCS/AMS first. OCS is AF and AF Reserve and its like 14 weeks, AMS is Guard and its not even 6 weeks, you still come out a 2LT like everyone else. Now for the real bad news, the only Guard unit currently flying the C-17 is in Jackson, Mississippi. If you aren't from around there or have a relative in that unit, you are probably SOL, not 100% but it's an uphill battle. There are more reserve units flying the C-17 so look into those units as well. Personally, I think the Guard takes care of their people a little bit better but it's kinda like FedEx vs. UPS, can't really go wrong with either one. Do some research on the AF Reserves, you might find some good info. Personally, the C-17 is nice but never limit yourself to only wanting to fly 1 aircraft type. I never thought I would be a KC-135 guy but I am very happy I am (I wanted to be an A-10 driver but no units were hiring in 94-95). I have made almost $1,000,000 in 13 years and have been paid to go to 24 countries...not too shabby...and I don't know of any A-10 driver that can say that!
10-08-2007, 10:07 PM
#18
Hire me
Joined APC: Jan 2007
Posts: 406
Originally Posted by hung05
you have a good point there about picking one aircraft. but as far as a flying position, ang 6 weeks and then i'm out to flight school?
Plan on at least 2 years from selection to winging.
I'm in the same boat you are.
Good luck.
10-09-2007, 10:51 AM
#20
Careful w/that axe Eugene
Joined APC: Feb 2007
Position: HOTAS...and a SWA gear lever
Posts: 369
Originally Posted by hjs1971
I have made almost $1,000,000 in 13 years and have been paid to go to 24 countries...not too shabby...and I don't know of any A-10 driver that can say that!
Anyway, I've said it elsewhere, and not trying to sound like a grumpy old-timer or anything, but please only consider joining the ANG, USAF, or any of the Armed Services because you truly want to serve our nation. The money and training are nice, but secondary.
BTW-If you are lucky enough to get hitched with an ANG fighter unit that has an Alert Committment, the money is very nice also.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
