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July 2013 and/or Rolling Board

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exNavyOffRec

Well-Known Member
Kyler Boeck said:
Talked to my recruiter today, he said that OCS is getting pretty much filled for the rest of 2013 and early 2014. He said the people at NRD chicago said to expect going to OCS mid 2014. Just thought I'd let people know something I've recently heard.
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The designator and date available are part of the OCS date process, but if the statement is taken at face value that doesn't look good for those wanting boards in the next few months since if that statement is correct it indicates that most of the spots are filled.
 
Kyler Boeck

Kyler Boeck

Pro-rec SWO waiting for FS
I was thinking that exact same thing, told my family that I was glad I applied when I did because it seems the spots filled up quickly (assuming the information is true).
 
MrFiveOh

MrFiveOh

SNA 28/M Prior Army FS DEC8 OCS
I still haven't been finally selected either. My OR hasn't been notified of any hiccups in my paper work so I don't know what could be taking so long. Also, I hope the early 2014 classes aren't filled yet...
 
Evan Pappas

Evan Pappas

Member
Has anyone actually received a FINSEL since the shutdown began? According to my recruiter no new letters have been sent since the first. However it seems like some people are finding out their dates but do not actually have the letter yet? I'm just wondering how the guys that found out found out since my letters been waiting to be signed/sent for over a month now.
 
jg54170

jg54170

OCS JAN12th
NavyOffRec said:
If you are trying to estimate your OCS date compare apples to apples, example SWO to SWO, NFO to NFO, or Pilot to Pilot
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I wouldn't try to estimate a class date. Would be just another exercise in futility. Just surprised to see one so far out. I don't believe classes to be full into spring , do they update CANTRAC as far as seats available and such?
 
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exNavyOffRec

Well-Known Member
jg54170 said:
I wouldn't try to estimate a class date. Would be just another exercise in futility. Just surprised to see one so far out. I don't believe classes to be full into spring , do they update CANTRAC as far as seats available and such?
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not really, CANTRAC would show open classes and I would be looking at an OCS class roster that would show the same class was filled
 
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gp360

Member
Quick question:

There was a small bit of confusion at NRD when I signed my contract yesterday. Maybe some of you guys can help, because nobody really had a clue (even some of the former pilots working there). I am aware of the 8 year service obligation after winging for SNAs, but my contract simply states:

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(2) Upon acceptance of a commission, I shall be required to serve at least eight (8) years as an officer in the United States Navy, of which eight (8) years after designation as an Aviation Officer on active duty."

Nowhere in my contract does is say that I serve 8 years after completion of flight training, just "upon acceptance of a commission". However the second sentence says I serve 8 years AD after designation as an Aviation Officer. It is slightly conflicting because obviously accepting a commission comes long before getting your wings. Does anybody have this as well?

Not that this is a big deal...I signed the contract anyways because it doesn't matter, but I would like to know if anybody had the same thing on their contract.

Can't wait to get to RI!
 
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exNavyOffRec

Well-Known Member
gp360 said:
Quick question:

There was a small bit of confusion at NRD when I signed my contract yesterday. Maybe some of you guys can help, because nobody really had a clue (even some of the former pilots working there). I am aware of the 8 year service obligation after winging for SNAs, but my contract simply states:

"h.
(2) Upon acceptance of a commission, I shall be required to serve at least eight (8) years as an officer in the United States Navy, of which eight (8) years after designation as an Aviation Officer on active duty."

Nowhere in my contract does is say that I serve 8 years after completion of flight training, just "upon acceptance of a commission". However the second sentence says I serve 8 years AD after designation as an Aviation Officer. It is slightly conflicting because obviously accepting a commission comes long before getting your wings. Does anybody have this as well?

Not that this is a big deal...I signed the contract anyways because it doesn't matter, but I would like to know if anybody had the same thing on their contract.

Can't wait to get to RI!
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The standard military service obligation is 8 years, for most it is 4 active 4 Inactive, in some cases (aviation they stipulate a commitment time after winging)
 
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Kinneary

New Member
gp360 said:
Quick question:

There was a small bit of confusion at NRD when I signed my contract yesterday. Maybe some of you guys can help, because nobody really had a clue (even some of the former pilots working there). I am aware of the 8 year service obligation after winging for SNAs, but my contract simply states:

"h.
(2) Upon acceptance of a commission, I shall be required to serve at least eight (8) years as an officer in the United States Navy, of which eight (8) years after designation as an Aviation Officer on active duty."

Nowhere in my contract does is say that I serve 8 years after completion of flight training, just "upon acceptance of a commission". However the second sentence says I serve 8 years AD after designation as an Aviation Officer. It is slightly conflicting because obviously accepting a commission comes long before getting your wings. Does anybody have this as well?

Not that this is a big deal...I signed the contract anyways because it doesn't matter, but I would like to know if anybody had the same thing on their contract.

Can't wait to get to RI!
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I'm as good a sea lawyer as any, but the 'at least' in the first part of the sentence would seem to indicate that you could potentially be required to serve more than 8 after commissioning.

In other words, plan to spend 8 years after winging as an aviator.
 
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gp360

Member
Well aware that my service will hover around ~10 years...just wanted to clear up the wording.

I appreciate the responses. Thanks!
 
roflsaurus

roflsaurus

"Jet" Pilot
pilot
gp360 said:
Quick question:

There was a small bit of confusion at NRD when I signed my contract yesterday. Maybe some of you guys can help, because nobody really had a clue (even some of the former pilots working there). I am aware of the 8 year service obligation after winging for SNAs, but my contract simply states:

"h.
(2) Upon acceptance of a commission, I shall be required to serve at least eight (8) years as an officer in the United States Navy, of which eight (8) years after designation as an Aviation Officer on active duty."

Nowhere in my contract does is say that I serve 8 years after completion of flight training, just "upon acceptance of a commission". However the second sentence says I serve 8 years AD after designation as an Aviation Officer. It is slightly conflicting because obviously accepting a commission comes long before getting your wings. Does anybody have this as well?

Not that this is a big deal...I signed the contract anyways because it doesn't matter, but I would like to know if anybody had the same thing on their contract.

Can't wait to get to RI!
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You're not designated a Naval Aviator until you get your wings (1310). When you accept your commission, you're designated a Student Naval Aviator (1390) until completion of flight school. That's what it's saying. Don't worry. With all the free time we get here in A-Pool, you would feel dirty having it count towards your service commitment.
 
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