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I've got to include Pendleton on this one... As great as the centralized San Diego locale is, something about North County SD does it for me. That said, when (until recently) New River, NC is your only other option its tough to think otherwise...

Its good to see fellow Cal alum on the forum... I graduated in '03 with similar stats (slightly lower PFT). Like was mentioned above, your numbers seem more than competitive, and success or failure (at least initially) will more than likely come down to timing. Your OSO should be able to give...

Somewhat delayed, but the HMLA community also does an exchange tour with the 160th. It open to one WTI type every few years, and is apparently quite the opportunity....

Affirm. Glad you like the pics.

[/IMG] Vipers at FOB Dwyer, Helmand Province, Afghanistan. Pics taken in mid September by one of our ordies.

Bought mine last month... Far and above my favorite toy for the time being. Only wish I could take it with me!

Time is on your side, man... Focus on the academic and other aspects of getting into college. The rest will come with time. Do what you can to improve your conditioning, and focus on other areas that will bolster your application. PT is important, and it will never go away. At the same...

Every class has a few guys that are far from natural swimmers (read: rocks)... An hour is more than enough time to slog your way through the mile. Definitely not something to lose sleep over. The stories you've undoubtedly heard (or will hear) are far worse than the real thing. This seems to...

The Combat Aircraft article was excellent. Beautiful pics! Many of OpEval pilots interviewed for the piece are flying out of HMLA/T-303 now. The're cranking Yankee students through, and one of the two Zulu models at Pendleton is slated to fly something like 30 hours through the end of the...

Tell him to jump at the opportunity to take the leave... He'll make up the days during the years spent in school. Nothing is more demoralizing than hanging around with the Mike Company types for two weeks.

Being a former shooter, this one hits close to home... flew with the individual in question on multiple occasions. Condolences to the family and the squadron.

You're OSO will use the first PFT as a baseline. IF you suck, he won't be the happiest guy, but he'll work with what he has and try to get you as strong as possible scorewise by the application deadline. Stay motivated, like you seem to be, and stick to your program. Worst case scenario is...

Cool San Diego footage...

I think that this is definitely a big part of it. Guys often think that the Huey is the way to become a trigger puller without having to deal with the "assholes" reputation that seems to follow Cobra pilots. For the bulk of the time I spent at -18, there were no skid guys in the squadron to...

Sir, You'd be surprised at the recent wish lists for winging students... The Huey spots seem to be amongst the most sought after and coveted spots these days, even prior to the introduction of the Y model. It may just appear this way on my end due to the relatively small number of spots...

For those interested... The first two UH-1Y spots for soon-to-be newly winged HT studs were handed out this week. More than one broken-hearted Yankee wannabe in the HT spaces tonight. Interesting times for Marine aviation!

You should be nearing the end of your convalescence... Each week after was a definite improvement for me, and by the 4th week I felt pretty much normal. Keep up the hydration, and you'll be back to full strength before you know it. Good luck-

I'm heading out to San Diego to start the Cobra FRS and am looking for possible places to live/roomates in the area. Anyone know of anything available? Thanks-

Folks... can someone enlighten me as to why the helo selection numbers are based on a June-June timeline? With the apparent emphasis on the phiscal year, I'm at a loss... Thanks. SD/

My Dad got me the same when I finished OCS... Breitling here.

Don't forget to pop the Motrin... Anti-Inflamatory is where its at. Seriously, thats what got my 6'4 220 lb ass througth OCS.

Boom as in a P-3 smoking the mountain

East being the region he selected from... Dude is from Maine. All Marine OCS is located in Quantico.

So its a peace of mind issue? If you are doing the best that you can, knowing that you're below, at, or beyond jet scores doesn't do much for you. Bust your ass and the rest will work itself out.

Believe it or not, body glide on the feet works wonders. Never had any problems afterwards. Excellent stuff...

Cal '03...

There are some (read: many) categories that you just wont get 5s in. In flight checks and trim being great examples of just two. The others may or may not come as you get better. Luckilly there are plenty of other things with which to distinguish yourself. Don't get hung up on it... the...

Are there many such exchange options for helo guys? Any outside the Cobra community? Sorry for the partial threadjack...

to any of you acoustic guitarists in the Milton area... I'm looking to get together an acoustic, open mic-style thing. Nothing serious, but fun none-the-less... anyone interested drop me a pm.

My form partner was one of five for the past year... he is 28, and the oldest according to him was 30 at time of application. Nothing official, of course. Based on your age, why nor just apply for a pilot slot?

there are so many variables that come into play that its pretty difficult to assign specific weights to things such as this. A better gpa will help you, but a less-than-impressive one will not necessarily keep one from getting accepted. Its more of a big picture issue. As for college and...

yes... IFS is designed to determine if you have the basic skills necessary to succeed at flight school. If you show up and cant land the airplane, dont expect to move on to API and Primary. they assume that those capable of picking up a PPL have the necessary skills.

I dont believe that is something Marine Officer recruiters tell their prospective Student Naval aviators...

6 months seems like the long end of the line these days... they're cranking us through down here.

Kelly's Irish times... E st by Union Station

IFS will be a part of your wait. I finished TBS in March, and was through API with guys not having done IFS. The wait sucks, but enjoy it... once the fire hose is on, you'll look back on those days and regret not having consumed more alcohol. Expect to wait about 6 months, with or without a...

Are we talking PFT or PRT...

Your first attempt still counts... Study a little and give it another go.

Its pretty common at Whiting. Half of the flight surgeons that just finished ground school have them, along with a good third of my API class. Nobody seems to care much anymore.

He writes up a paragraph or so about you that goes before the board. Most will show it to you before submitting your package.

Keep bothering him... Its your future, and he is there to assist you with your application.

You know things are getting out of control when the SIs lose their bearing... Rare, but awesome. Nothing like seeing them laugh at each other's work.

Is the FRS the first time you'll do night traps?

Saw that one too... amazing dogfight. Its pretty incredible that Satai was able to make it back.

Very interesting program... seemed like it jumped around a bit, but definitely fun to watch. I especially enjoyed hearing about the evolution of airpower through WWI. Good stuff...

WSQ was optional for us... some motivated individuals elected to do it. The vast majority did not.

If you're used to the West, don't expect too much.

When I apply for OCS, will I find out if I got a pilot or NFO slot before I leave for OCS? How valid is the "guarantee" they offer that says you will be flying some sort of aircraft if you qualify? Are there any exceptions that breach the guarantee? At what point am I officially commited to the...

They will... and you have plenty of time to rebuild your balance before you actually get any real excuse to use it. They'll charge you over Christmas, too.

They had all those interested in picking up an air contract at TBS take the ASTB and physical well before selection time. I'm not familiar with the whole concept of being pre-qualified, but it seems that everyone interested was given ample opportunity to go for it. Like everyone has said...