Submitting for next board. Looking for any advice on where to tweak my package if any. I'm really worried that my age is working against me as well as my time in rate ( I read that I shall not have over 8 years in service). Should I get more LOR's ? I am also not sure if they prefer all active Navy LOR's and Appraisals or if I can use retired officers and Marines as well. Last question.. when I submit my Age Waiver.. is that something that I will receive an answer back about it being approved or not?
Active Duty: AC1 (AW/SW)
Service: 8 years
OAR: 53 (2nd)
GPA: 3.44
BA: Business Administration
Age: 34
Sex: Male
Appraisals: O5 (10's) Pilot, O4 (10's) Pilot, ASuppo O3 (10's)
CO Endorsement: All trait ratings Outstanding
LOR: O-5 OIC from deployment and O-4 Pilot
Evals: MP, EP, and EP
Awards: NAM (4th), Marine Meritorious Letter, MOVSM (Volunteer Service Medal)
MISC: ACFL, LPO at Sea and Branch Chief with lots of leadership experience.