sammyd
O-2
Good evening, all,
currently A/D USCG looking into intraservice transfers for aviation slots. From what I’ve read/heard, it’s not promising to get into a flight pipeline without going through that branch’s accession points, but I’m wondering if you fine folks have further insight.
The bad news: I’m 31. Unfortunately, we don’t currently accept age waivers due to a healthy candidate pool and very few training slots. This means I am pretty much out of luck for the foreseeable future. The good: I have about 130 hours of flight time with a tailwheel endorsement (Luscombes are awesome!) My flight packet would need some updates but is solid. My command is also super supportive and will absolutely endorse me should an opportunity open up.
All that to say, the CG’s training pipeline issues just aren’t conducive to making my goal of flying happen in this branch. That means I’ve got to pivot and weigh my options. First, apply to ANG units and start rushing. Second, use my TA/GI bill to finish out my civilian ratings and transition to the reserves. I’d be happy with either, but am curious if there is a lateral path to stay A/D.
Appreciate your time reading this!
V/R,
-S
currently A/D USCG looking into intraservice transfers for aviation slots. From what I’ve read/heard, it’s not promising to get into a flight pipeline without going through that branch’s accession points, but I’m wondering if you fine folks have further insight.
The bad news: I’m 31. Unfortunately, we don’t currently accept age waivers due to a healthy candidate pool and very few training slots. This means I am pretty much out of luck for the foreseeable future. The good: I have about 130 hours of flight time with a tailwheel endorsement (Luscombes are awesome!) My flight packet would need some updates but is solid. My command is also super supportive and will absolutely endorse me should an opportunity open up.
All that to say, the CG’s training pipeline issues just aren’t conducive to making my goal of flying happen in this branch. That means I’ve got to pivot and weigh my options. First, apply to ANG units and start rushing. Second, use my TA/GI bill to finish out my civilian ratings and transition to the reserves. I’d be happy with either, but am curious if there is a lateral path to stay A/D.
Appreciate your time reading this!
V/R,
-S