Luckily for you, there are a few VT-6 IP's here on AW...I'm one of them!!! A couple of things; I think it's good to set goals. I feel it gives you something to focus on. I have flown with many students and those who just want to make it through, are usually doing just that and average at best. Those with goals, say jets, usually are pretty locked on...I say usually but not always. Some of those locked on types didn't want jets by the way. A few wanted helo's but were certainly on their way to a 50NSS and above by their ability. Of course the majorit of primary pilots are helo and prop so it's limited as to your exposure (meaning getting good info) to the tactical jet pipeline. As luck would have it, there are two Marine F/A-18 drivers in the squadron, one of them being the XO. Just don't burn bridges, work hard and maybe if you have it, you'll get what you want.