Hi everyone, first time posting in this part of the forum. I'm embarrassed to say I didn't even notice the USMC section until now. I'll dive right in: I want to go in as an aviator and the USMC is my first choice. I'm currently 27 and turn 28 later this year. Why I've waited so long is a long story that's not actually important. Here's my basic info
GPA-3.0 in music (you may laugh)
ASTB-N/A as I'm still working to meet weight standards
Weight: currently 5'5" and 240 lbs, down from 265
I read that the marine corps air contract age limit is 26. Has that changed with the Navy's new SNA age limit, or is there any hope of me getting an age waiver if not?
After that, I expect it to take a year or more to meet weight standards. I called the Officer recruiting station for my area and got a cool infantry Ssgt who said it's not impossible, but they usually only get 1 or 2 aviation spots a year, and with the backlog at Pensacola who knows what the future holds. So while I'm losing the weight I want to do whatever I can to make myself competitive for one of those spots.
So what else could I do besides getting in the best shape I can? Could I try and hunt down a Marine pilot and try and convince them to give me a recommendation? Would recommendations from pilots in other services make any difference? Flying hours?
Advice is appreciated.
GPA-3.0 in music (you may laugh)
ASTB-N/A as I'm still working to meet weight standards
Weight: currently 5'5" and 240 lbs, down from 265
I read that the marine corps air contract age limit is 26. Has that changed with the Navy's new SNA age limit, or is there any hope of me getting an age waiver if not?
After that, I expect it to take a year or more to meet weight standards. I called the Officer recruiting station for my area and got a cool infantry Ssgt who said it's not impossible, but they usually only get 1 or 2 aviation spots a year, and with the backlog at Pensacola who knows what the future holds. So while I'm losing the weight I want to do whatever I can to make myself competitive for one of those spots.
So what else could I do besides getting in the best shape I can? Could I try and hunt down a Marine pilot and try and convince them to give me a recommendation? Would recommendations from pilots in other services make any difference? Flying hours?
Advice is appreciated.