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Old 08-19-2009 | 05:54 AM
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Originally Posted by FriendlyGuy
I don't like them either. I'm a right winger. The city is not for me.


Is there a height requirement to be a pilot?

1. You will fit right in, then. The military is full of right wingers.

2. There is a height requirement, and a more restrictive one for ejection seat aircraft. I think it is around 5'0 to 6'7' and 5'2 to 6'5 for fighters, or something like that. Waivers are available, and they can measure "sitting height" to see if you "fit."
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Old 08-19-2009 | 06:05 PM
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Which review book should I buy for the AFOQT? Barron's seems to be a favorite.
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Old 08-19-2009 | 06:09 PM
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Did you set up a screenname just to waste your time seeing how long you could get people to hold your hand through this process? You can't be serious with these questions because I would expect more through research on the process from a high school junior. You do realize most of the people on this board were able to find all the information you are looking for without the internet?
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Old 08-19-2009 | 06:42 PM
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Originally Posted by FriendlyGuy
I'm 6'1", lift weights every day for 2 hours, and have been told by people that I look like a pilot should.
Well what the hell are you waiting for then? I bet you have good hair too!! Screw the physical, OTS, you look the part...it's all you

There is a site called www.baseops.net that with a little effort on your part, all your questions will be answered...using the search function, without even asking a question. If you want Navy, go to www.airwarriors.com but tread lightly, ask these questions, you'll get your e-nuts squashed.
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:13 PM
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FriendlyGuy (<---really? no really?)

Call ahead before you show up. They will need to widen all the doorways and order the XXXL helmet so your head will fit.
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:18 PM
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Now the fire's burning. I'll do my research, and I'll be back. I'll try to leave the humor out of my future posts.
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:25 PM
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Originally Posted by FlyBoyd
FriendlyGuy (<---really? no really?)

Call ahead before you show up. They will need to widen all the doorways and order the XXXL helmet so your head will fit.
Don't worry, I think Barry put it in the stimulus bill for me. I think double XL should be just fine.
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:27 PM
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Originally Posted by bunk22
Well what the hell are you waiting for then? I bet you have good hair too!! Screw the physical, OTS, you look the part...it's all you

There is a site called www.baseops.net that with a little effort on your part, all your questions will be answered...using the search function, without even asking a question. If you want Navy, go to www.airwarriors.com but tread lightly, ask these questions, you'll get your e-nuts squashed.
Thank you. This is what I was looking for.

Here's a better question for all of you Air Force guys: How many of you regret joining the Air Force, and why?
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:35 PM
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Originally Posted by bunk22
Well what the hell are you waiting for then? I bet you have good hair too!! Screw the physical, OTS, you look the part...it's all you

There is a site called www.baseops.net that with a little effort on your part, all your questions will be answered...using the search function, without even asking a question. If you want Navy, go to www.airwarriors.com but tread lightly, ask these questions, you'll get your e-nuts squashed.
Bunk,
I have 4 dui's (but I took the online course so it's cool) 1.3gpa (but lot's of community service)....I kinda look like a cross between Mayo and Maverick... with a slight hint of Iceman...
- so what are my chances of getting jets? -
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Old 08-19-2009 | 07:41 PM
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I've become an instant celebrity. I'm already spreading through other forums like wild fire. I'm an idol over at airwarriors.
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