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Oh sorry. I took the test while I was in NROTC. So not a whole lot of time to study for the test with other school stuff to handle. But that was soooooo long ago. I got 5/6/6 if i remember correctly. But seriously, do your best. That way u can get what you want i.e. NFO or Pilot. Good luck!

I could have sworn this thread was closed. Anyways, I agree with our beloved webmaster that posting rank/rate is inappropriate on the forum. I honestly dont care what rank anyone is on the forum. I mean, its commonsense that a guy with wings will probably be an >O-2. I have equal respect for...

I studied for 4 hours....at Barnes and Noble. My buddy and I just grabbed the arco books and studied away. Ill admit that the book was a little different from the actual test. But I felt I was prepared despite my lack of aviation knowledge. Again, different strokes for different folks. Some...

I cant believe people actually tried resting in the shallow end. I'll admit, it is a little ackward swimming from deep end to shallow end without touching the bottom since you unconsciously want to put your feet down. But why people would cheat is beyond me.

The 1st time I did a spin, my life flashed before my eyes. It is not uncommon to have anxiety before flying. Hell, I get nervous just walking to the plane. But I start thinking about the training and how hard I worked to get here. Now the anxiety turns into confidence and I'm ready to do some...

hahah! seriously. I nearly went cross-eyed trying to figure out what the hell he was talking about. Use a period or a comma to break up the sentence. Otherwise, the grammar nazis will be on your @$$ in no time.

While we're on the subject of mechanic scamming, listen to this prank call. I love the part about replacing the "head light fluid." http://www.ebaumsworld.com/mechanic.html

I checked and they must have removed it. Not like I would have believed it anyway. Now Vanilla Ice in the Air Force. Yea, thats totally believable :D

SO true. So true.

Yea, I'm not sure where he was getting at. Everything is in one way or another a test in API. IMO, 80% or pass/complete on everything = API success.

My buddy puked on FAM-1. Unfortunately, he didnt have a puke bag. But he did have a glove :D

I used navygouge.com and didnt fail any exams. But really, the ELOs ARE the test, period.

heres another API vid I found on youtube

haha! yea, thanks to gatordev, I got through water survival. whew, dodged a bullet. Well, still dodging bullets.

yah...barely. I would tilt my head back when they werent lookin :D

I nearly drowned for tread and float with full flight gear. Not fun :(

Yea, I dont think I've heard of a Pilot to NFO transition. Not like that would be bad or anything. I chose to be an NFO because I appreciate the job. I dont think one is more superior to the other. But some pilots I've met act as if NFOs are second-class citizens.

The mile swim wasnt that hard. I'm a pretty sh!tty swimmer, so I used the breast stroke the whole time and didnt get tired one bit. Finished in 49 mins and I was the slowest one in my lane! Just try not to get kicked in the face and high-five the guy on the otherside. It makes things more fun...

Correct Zippy. For those unfamiliar with OHARP, its a program which allows you to go back to your "Hometown" and perform a myriad of tasks in support of officer recruiting for that District. You'll pretty much be tasked with anything from faxing papers, taking out trash, picking up...

Who needs a dump sheet? I have a photographic memory. Well, except when I'm drunk. Then I have "What was your name again?" memory.

Why? The ELOs and Navygouge.com are all you need son!

I was stashed twice at NRD San Dog I just got a PIM (Performance Information Memorandum). Its just a report from the CO saying you did a job well done and would make a fine addition to any wardroom, etc. Get this before you detach from that command. Ask the OPO (Officer Programs Officer) or the...

Yea, when I was in A-pool they even let us go in the hole by 5-8 days if I remember correctly. Like goplay said, use all your leave and then some. Because once u start API, Primary, etc...you're gonna wish you did. P.S. If the OHARP program is still available, DO IT! That way you dont burn...

Just had my 1st contact flight. IT WAS AWESOME! I was surprised how much flying my onwing let me do. We had the MOA all to ourselves for like 45 mins so it was fun just flying around and seeing the different OLFs. Pulled 4Gs for the AGSM. It was a weird/awesome feeling. Anyways, I hope I dont...

It's most likely not gonna happen. I tried it last year when I was in A-pool with other guys and the rangemaster said the command schedules the quals because theyre alotted a certain amount of ammo. I highly doubt NASC will allow you to pistol qual. But you can be a big boy and find out for...

How I wish I was back in A-pool right now :(

Great advice. During the exam, you'll see people talking themselves through each problem. It's great way to check yourself. Remember, time really flies during the test. Practice timing yourself when you do the practice test in the back of the book. I had a buddy with 10 mins left and he didnt...

The equations are laid out for you. I had trouble learning the whiz wheel too. Write out the equations and youll see what needs to be on the outer wheel and inner wheel so you can get the answer youre looking for. Basically, its just doing the practice problems over and over again. Also, STUDY...

I just threw up a little in my mouth.

Smile boys! Probably the ugliest trainer I've seen yet. If it didnt have a prop, I would have mistakened it for a glider.

I waited 9 months before I started API. Had the pubs too. I didnt crack a single page open until the week before I classed up. The instructors will tell you whats important so dont worry. Plus, you'll have awesome classmates who will help should you need it. Alright, I think the horse has been...

Great video made by Julie Sharp, the mother of a Marine. Very moving slideshow. Enjoy. http://www.pcsuccess.us/yrg/farewell.html -Fezz

WOW. That is fvcking awesome. I cant wait to work with these guys. I view them as the cream of the crop to have been selected for the program. Also, my dad was a CWO4 so I may have a biased opinion. Nonetheless, its gonna be exciting to be working with the Navy's first CWO naval aviators. Wait...

I've been seeing guys at -4 and -10 from class 06XX sporting the mullet class patch. Its has the mullet pic below (different colors of course) with the caption "Business in the Front, Party in the Back." I get a kick whenever I see those guys wearing it. Even the CO and some of the instructors...

Yo Bobba Ganush! I'd wait till you get here then ask. Because its very possible to class up within 1-2 months of reporting. But if u have tickets already and flt mgmt decides to class u up before 6Jan, u may have to persuade them push back that date. And in turn, your wait may be even longer...

I'm an idiot I know. I didnt catch the part about the first officer. The guy could fly the plane too correct?

Are you even allowed to go wash your hands if youre the only pilot? I mean, flip the auto-pilot and go number 1? http://news.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=126556

Man....I grew up watching his shows. I mean, what guy in their right mind tries to lasso a 500lbs crocodile?? Fvckin hardcore! I'm gonna miss him saying "Crikey! Look at the size of him!"

Nice phil :)

Also try google search. There's lots of info about NFOs and their jobs specific to their platform.

You're ready dude. If you do sh!!ty, take it again. I took it twice. No biggy.

Haha! Baa-zing!

why dont u call base info? i dont know if they allow pre-ocs types to access the sims there. i remember as a mid we couldnt fly the sims since the pilots had priority. but it never hurts to ask.

www.navynfo.com this site also has nfo primary gouge.

Wow....

Man, you seriously need a drink. Everyone worries. Its a matter of ATTITUDE. And nothing ends after flight school. We're Students-For-Life. A Hornet pilot at -10 told us students, "If you aren't challenged or learn something new everytime you climb in that plane, get the fvck out of the Navy."...

studying for FRR?? hahaha. jk.

Well, to get back on track.... I have a question for the SNFO brothers going through Primary: 1. For C2001-2003, can we use the in-flight guide for the checklists, or is it strictly just the NATOPS PCL? 2. Where da heck do you attach the blue brains?? To the same kneestrap as the PCL...

Seriously. How do you Egress from an exploding blimp? GERONIMOOOOOOOOO! MEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!

dont forget to put an ad at the Housing office. if you post it, they will come....