foleyswole85
New Member
Hello,
I am very interested in becoming a Naval Aviator. I tried talking to a USCG recruiter about this but he seemed very uninterested and not helpful. Also, I don't qualify for any of the CG officer programs because of their heavily oriented minority requirements. On the flip side, the Navy OSO has been extremely helpful getting me started, answering questions, and the Navy has the BDCP program for college students AND guarantees you a shot at flight school right after OCS.
All that being said, my first choice for service was the CG. However, in light of all the above mentioned perks, I'd feel stupid not to go Navy right out of school. SO... I am considering doing Navy for 8-10 years and dca to CG. I've been told this is a common practice but I have a few concerns.
1. Is it possible/likely to make 20 years between CG and Navy?
2. How long is your service obligation to CG in dca?
Thank you,
Brad Foley
I am very interested in becoming a Naval Aviator. I tried talking to a USCG recruiter about this but he seemed very uninterested and not helpful. Also, I don't qualify for any of the CG officer programs because of their heavily oriented minority requirements. On the flip side, the Navy OSO has been extremely helpful getting me started, answering questions, and the Navy has the BDCP program for college students AND guarantees you a shot at flight school right after OCS.
All that being said, my first choice for service was the CG. However, in light of all the above mentioned perks, I'd feel stupid not to go Navy right out of school. SO... I am considering doing Navy for 8-10 years and dca to CG. I've been told this is a common practice but I have a few concerns.
1. Is it possible/likely to make 20 years between CG and Navy?
2. How long is your service obligation to CG in dca?
Thank you,
Brad Foley