Here is an update on how to apply for OTS if you are already enlisted in the Air Force. Always do research, ask questions in order to compete with this very competitive program. Good luck!
I am leaving for the Air Force Reserves in April this year enlisted but coming out of Tech School as E3. My AFSC is 2T351 Vehicular Maintenance. I went in with a waiver from previous enlistment and didn't mind taking this job to get me back in the service. I have 95 hours of flight time and will be continuing to add on that, I have my A.S. in Aeronautics and will be completing my B.S. in Aeronautics (minoring in Unmanned Aerial Systems) coming up next year. My goal is to fly in the Air Force. I would prefer to go active although after reading certain comments it seems it would be difficult to do, though not impossible. I suppose it would matter whom I have made an impact on and would meet being with a special forces unit down at Hurlburt. My question is, aside from taking the AFOQT and having an aviation background civilian-wise, my degree from Embry Riddle, and being the age of 26 currently but 27 when I graduate, what else can I do to improve my chances of being a pilot in the Air Force?
He's not joking about that AFOQT exam, I saw it knock out a lot of our potential reserve pilot's that had their college degrees thinking they would glide through any military test. It is the single biggest factor on whether you get that officer slot or not. Other than that if you are prior enlisted.. you got to stay out of trouble, have good EPR's, volunteer, and overall be a stand out within your organization. Also dont be afraid to tell your leadership what your intentions are! Your biggest cheerleaders are going to be those senior enlisted airman that have avenues and resources that you may have not had access too if you would have just kept them in the loop. Just my two cents! Good luck all.
Do you know if someone with a criminal justice/criminology degree could apply for OTS and try to get a pilot slot? Or would the jobs as an officer be more directed toward your degree/major?
From Straight out of BMT as E-3, how long does it take to start the process to be an officer? Is there a minimal time as an enlisted man before you can be an officer?
I've watched 2 of your videos, and they're very insightful. I'm currently 37, working as an online teacher. I'd like to apply to OTS as a civilian, yet I understand I'm already passed the age cutoff. I have a college degree, so I'd like to commission as an officer in the USAF. What is the best route to get there? Should I apply as a civilian to OTS, or take my chances on the Enlisted side since the age cutoff is 39? I believe the USAF offers age waivers for anyone they'd believe would make a good officer; however, I don't believe the odds are in my favor now.
im an immigrant to US. ive already completed my bachelors but i dont have a US citizenship (im a greencard holder). Now, can I join US Airforce as enlisted, obtain a naturalized citizenship and apply for officer? please reply.
