Dave Shutter
Registered User
As for re-testing, rejection and re-applying, yes, you can always re-test and you can always re-apply. The problem you may encounter is that re-application requires extra paperwork on the part of your recruiter. I can tell you first hand that's the last thing they want to do, especially if you've been accepted for a second or third choice. They want to get you out of there! You can always turn down the offer for your other choices and re-apply but there's that paperwork thing again. That's all it is BTW, an offer, like any other job you can say no. If they tell you differently, that you have no other options; they're lying, period.
Again, selection varies from year to year. We were recently told that there are actually pilot shortages due to last years bug push for NFO's. I know a lot of guys who were perfectly qualified for SNA but got hosed by their Rec's, told they had no choice and listened. (Thanx again Gunner, Chief Gus, NRD KC, rocks!) I don't know wether or not you guys on the street will see this is a factor for your selections, sounds like CNRC has been pretty tough on SNA's the last couple months.
Good news: The NFO to pilot transition for API stud's was recently re-instated which is real good news to some guys I know. If your in the top ten percent of your API class and are physically qualified (IE: eyes, anthros and not NPQ'd during OCS) you can put in a request and they are reviewed on a case by case basis. NASC CO has the authority to grant the transfer and after API you're on your way to the front seat. There's a couple guys in my class who are shooting for it so I'll let you know how it goes. If you really want pilot as an applicant I wouldn't gamble on this, a lot can happen in that time. You might be better off toughing it out in the Rec' office to get your slot.
As for rejection you never really know why. I know for a fact my BI score was the deciding factor but for some it will remain a mystery, unless it's medical in which case they have to tell you. While I worked in a Rec' office they had a bunch of guys rejected for SNA. You may have perfect ASTB and PT scores, Tech Major, high GPA and reccomendation letters from RET. Admirals, but if you have "fired from three jobs for arguing with management." on your job statment, or a drug ommision statement that reads: "Marijuana use, 10-15 times, 1/4 ounce inhaled each time." in your app., then don't quit your day job.
As for putting down one choice, I have to agree with what was said above. I've heard of people who've claimed success from it but if I was on a selection board I wouldn't vote for someone with one choice, especially in a real competetive FY with a stack of applications in front of me. Forget about patriotism or $$$, lot's of things can happen to seperate you from your designator and you just took a slot from someone else who might have happily served elsewhere. Best of luck to all. Phew! Long post, time to get back to studying before I end up with GEN-AV orders.
Again, selection varies from year to year. We were recently told that there are actually pilot shortages due to last years bug push for NFO's. I know a lot of guys who were perfectly qualified for SNA but got hosed by their Rec's, told they had no choice and listened. (Thanx again Gunner, Chief Gus, NRD KC, rocks!) I don't know wether or not you guys on the street will see this is a factor for your selections, sounds like CNRC has been pretty tough on SNA's the last couple months.
Good news: The NFO to pilot transition for API stud's was recently re-instated which is real good news to some guys I know. If your in the top ten percent of your API class and are physically qualified (IE: eyes, anthros and not NPQ'd during OCS) you can put in a request and they are reviewed on a case by case basis. NASC CO has the authority to grant the transfer and after API you're on your way to the front seat. There's a couple guys in my class who are shooting for it so I'll let you know how it goes. If you really want pilot as an applicant I wouldn't gamble on this, a lot can happen in that time. You might be better off toughing it out in the Rec' office to get your slot.
As for rejection you never really know why. I know for a fact my BI score was the deciding factor but for some it will remain a mystery, unless it's medical in which case they have to tell you. While I worked in a Rec' office they had a bunch of guys rejected for SNA. You may have perfect ASTB and PT scores, Tech Major, high GPA and reccomendation letters from RET. Admirals, but if you have "fired from three jobs for arguing with management." on your job statment, or a drug ommision statement that reads: "Marijuana use, 10-15 times, 1/4 ounce inhaled each time." in your app., then don't quit your day job.
As for putting down one choice, I have to agree with what was said above. I've heard of people who've claimed success from it but if I was on a selection board I wouldn't vote for someone with one choice, especially in a real competetive FY with a stack of applications in front of me. Forget about patriotism or $$$, lot's of things can happen to seperate you from your designator and you just took a slot from someone else who might have happily served elsewhere. Best of luck to all. Phew! Long post, time to get back to studying before I end up with GEN-AV orders.
