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I have seen several MARADMINS talking about FW going MV-22 and UH-1's. Also RW going MV-22 but not transitioning to FW. Is it possible for a RW to go to the C-130 or Jets?

I once read a poem that had a verse about how on the 7th day god rested and the Marines snuck in a infiltrated behind his lines. Thats all I could remember from the poem. Was wondering if anybody knows of this poem or of the title ?

Has anyone out of the Houston, TX office heard anything yet ?

Hey Eliz33 is your boyfriend east coast or west, and from what office ? If possible could you find out when the board was, b/c I was told (from my office) the board does not meet until August 21. So it would be intersting to know when that board did meet and what region it was out of ? Also...

I am applying for AIR 196 out of Houston and was wondering what offices are you guys or gals out of ? Have you heard anything about the availability of AIR slots (ie few and far between or a fair number of them out there) ? Also does anyone know if the boards will be doing any preselect for 197?

I tried to read through the Aviation Plan but it was mainly "Greek to me". So what does all of this mean ? Is the Marine Corps downsizing the airwing or increasing ? Is the Marine Corps going to be looking for more pilots this year compared to the past three to four ? Or are they...

Has anyone heard anything from the WEST coast board on OCC SUMMER 195, or OCC FALL 196. Heard someone say that the West wasn't doing any PRE-SELECT for 196 is this true ?

Has anyone heard anything from the WEST coast board on OCC SUMMER 195, or OCC FALL 196. Heard someone say that the West wasnt doing any pre-select for 196 is this true ?

pilot06 Are you west coast, east coast ?

If you want to get a little more in depth you could measure out the distance you ran. Because the 3.5 mph for walking variable is the average fast pace walk for a man. This does not include if you are pushing yourself, hilly terrain or stride length. Also the 19 minute estimate run does not...

Thank you to both replies and yes you both answered my question. Now I just need to contact my OSO and see if does have any slots avaliable for AIR, NFO; and yes I am will also apply for ground.

I was wondering if it is possible to apply for a air and ground contract for the same OCS class. Just if you didnt get accepted for one or the other and you would put a preference on which you wanted first. Like with the Navy. I emailed my OSO but he is out of the office for a couple of days...

Ok what is going on with USMC Air Contracts. From the threads I have read half say that air is full until summer of 08, some say the need for pilots is the same as two years ago. So which is it ? And none of this my buddy from OCS heard it form a gunny in the chow hall who heard it from...

Are the 50 slots you talked about, is that an average amount, or lower than normal ? Also are thoose slots also open for ROTC and Naval Grads?

About two years ago I looked at the Navy and their NFO and SNA program the recruiter said that there was a two year wait with the SNA and almost as long one with the NFO. I was curious if that number has changed? I not looking to become a one, I already found my niche. But this question came...

I heard there is a new flight contract DOR policy at TBS. Curious to know what does it entail?

I know its NPQ, I corrected myself above.

Sorry about the wrong acronym with NPQ, the dang m and n are right next to each other.

Just curious, does anyone have instances while at OCS where they had candidates disenrolled and what for? I don't mean people that were MPQed or DORed, I mean basically kicked out. The reason why I am asking is because I am curious to see much OCS tolerates. I am not asking to see how you...

If I were you I would go for what you want to fly, not what is easiest for living arrangements. Because the turn around time of moving in then selling is very short. You will have maybe 3 months of relaxed hassle free time from unpacking, then repacking everything. Also you have to think...

I was wondering if there was any place you could go to see what the retention rates for officers in all the branches of the service? Also is there a place you can go to see the numbers for what they want as far as officers, for all the branches? Before anyone immediately jumps to the...

I was talking to a friend of mine and he said that each individual office has only a certian number of slots for each type of contract for example 4 ground 2 air and 1 law. And he continued to say if you have 3 going for air in that office only two will get picked up even if the third could...

The attrition rates have been higher than normal. Is there any way to find out if they need more air contracts or ground contracts ? The OSO I talked to said he didnt know what was in store for the fall. Is there any where else you can find out this info instead of going through and OSO ?

I was wondering with the high attrition rates in the 190 and 191 class. How will that affect the up coming 192 and 193 classes. Willit be easier to get in because they will need to bring in more candidates. Also where can you find these numbers?

In real life, it's rarely that complicated You would think, but. :icon_hamm

So let me get this straight. If the hypothetical situation like I stated before does happen. They can say naughty, naughty you did not maintain good order and discipline and get an Article 134. If that is the case then what is the point of having a legal blood alcohol limit. Why is not have...

So from what I gather if a military person goes to a bar and has say 4 drinks over a seven hour period (i.e.not all at one time). Then proceeds to drive home with no legal complications or complications perfoming his or her duties. And is only questioned when a person who has the power to...

Can someone be charged with Article 134 if they drink and drive? But they do not get a DUI, nor does it affect them performing their duty and are of the drinking age. Just curious of how much range this article has.

If a waiver gets rejected can you resubmit, are there any other avenues you could take or are you up the creek without a paddle?

When applying to OCS do waivers have different levels. For example, I you get a waiver for a minor speeding ticket does it carry the same weight as a waiver for stealing a car. Yes, I know if you steal a car the waiver most likely would not go through. I am just trying to find out if how they...

Do the PLC Seniors class have to do the Quigely. Also what about the IMC do they have to do the day or night IMC. One more thing do the candidates get to go over to TBS after SULE II and talk with the Second Lieutenants. Any comments would be helpful

How does PLC-Seniors compare to regular OCC physically. I know you have to do the CRT and E-Course, 5-mile run, Fartlek, UBDS, run-circuit and push/pulls and all that fun stuff. My question is with OCC they kinda took you in gradually (example only doing loops 1 and 2 with green boxes of...

Your first instinct would to be say "yes, by all means they are leaders of men and women and need to set the example". But you must also remember that they are human so they are foulable. Everyone has a bad day and everyone makes mistakes. You need to look at the crime, how much harm was...

Hey E6286 stop thinking so much. You do not need to prepare your trash like you are expecting a strip search by the Nazis or something. On pick up you will just turn your trash upside down and dump it out. They dont bother with little stuff like shaving kit bags or stuff like that. Also the...

All of the OCS classes do the same events. Each class has there own perks. In the summer the water is not as cold as in the winter, but the runs are brutal because of the hot and humid weather. In the winter you have better running weather but when you do the quigley or Endurance course they...

When will you take your first PFT. Will it be the second day you are there (arrive Sunday, PFT Monday) or when you get your DI.

I was just wondering what is the pay grade while in OCS? Is it direct deposit bi-monthly or do you get one check after you graduate?

This time of the year two good places to go is on the Bob Sikes bridge from two hours before dark till about 30-45 minutes after dark. Use a light rod and reel, with live elwy (spelling ?), you will catch some nice spanish mackeral. Second place is out through the Pensacola pass (near...

If you already have some flight time, passed the written test and done all your solos etc ... but do not have a private pilots license do you still have to do IFS.

Yeah I recieved a call from my OSO and he said I got in. I had to cover the phone as I let out a big "HELL YEAH", I was also at work so everyone was looking at me. But after I told them what it was about they just said O okay. I am also East Coast. I just still can't believe after working so...

I was just wondering if anyone had heard back from their OSO if they have been selected for the 190 OCC. I have heard that they are holding two board dates Aug 9 and Sept 9, so I was curious how that effected being selected. Any information would be great.

Ok I have two questions: 1)What exactly is a waiver and when would you need one? 2)Would the waivers consist of medical problems or run in with the law? For example, would you need one for a speeding ticket or poor eye sight? I have also heard through the...

Ok I have two questions: 1) By waivers do you mean like medical problems or run in with the law? Also what are some of the reasons that you need a waiver; would you need one for a speeding ticket or poor eye sight? 2) So if the USMC is going to hold two board dates does that mean anyone that...

Just out of curiosity what is the average PFT score for someone submitting a package to OCS? I know you are supposed to do the best you can, but I just want to see where I stand with everyone else.

I know that there was a thread that dealt with the Navy. I tried to get some info in the Navy thread but never recieved and responses. My question is with the MARINES; what is the skivy when it comes to being MARINE (speaking towards the aviation side) with a Masters Degree and advancement...

Hey I thought instead of starting a whole new thread I would just ask a question relative to this thread. What is the skivy when it comes to Marine Aviators with a Masters Degree and advancement. Does it matter what type of degree or what University or College etc . . ?

Actually creatine does not technically dehydrate your muscles. The swelling you receive from taking creatine is excess water being retained in the muscles. The excess water in the muscles helps feed the muscles by bring protein and carbohydrates to them (that’s why they tell you take a serving...

Thanks to everyone and their replies. I am going to set up a time with my OSO and talk about my options. To Micheal W, my GPA was not the best in the world but a teacher I was talking to said my GPA was competitive enough to apply for a MBA at the local college and they have a respected MBA...

I had recently applied to the Marine's OCS June 5 class with the hopes of recieving an aviation slot. Unfortunately I did not get in. I had test scores of 7 and an 8. I had recommendations from five O-6's, one O-7 and one O-8, all pilots and all instructors and Pensacola NAS at one point. I...