HOW TO BECOME AN ARMY PILOT - WARRANT OFFICER ROUTE

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  • čas přidán 26. 11. 2022
  • Here I answer your questions on how to become an army pilot as a warrant officer. The process may be easier than you think, and links below will take you the websites I mention to provide you with more info and guidence.
    Army Warrant Officer Recruiting: recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/
    SIFT SATUDY Guide www.amazon.com/dp/1628458585/...
    Board Schedule: recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/...
    Packet Requirements: recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/...
    Administrative Requirements: recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/...
    Points of Contact: recruiting.army.mil/ISO/AWOR/...

Komentáře • 174

  • @avestuart
    @avestuart Před rokem +77

    I went through all of this in the 1990s. Finding a recruiter who will work with any officer candidate, both OCS or WOFT, is very challenging. My recommendation is to have your letters of recommendation in hand, your transcripts and your essay completed. When you walk into a recruiting office you can show the recruiter that you've done the basics. Already be studying for the SIFT (in my time it as the AFAST) and let him or her know that you've been preparing. Recruiters get extra points for successfully submitting a WOFT or OCS candidate, so it can be attractive for those who believe in you. Just make it as easy on them as you can. In my case, the Captain from the local recruiting district came up and had a mock selection board with me, gave me pointers about how to sit and address the board, etc. I already had a college degree at the time so one thing I learned is that if you have some college experience that can be a bonus for selection.

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před rokem +10

      I agree with this

    • @SFphotopince
      @SFphotopince Před 11 měsíci +2

      hah that's prolly why army retention is trash now. none of the recruiters are professional.

    • @avestuart
      @avestuart Před 11 měsíci +3

      @@SFphotopince Well to be fair, I think the Air Force is probably worse when it comes to recruiting officer candidates from the street. I'm in several flying groups and a lot applicants for OTS post that the recruiters ghost them for months after they get all of their paperwork ready. My understanding is that there's only one officer recruiter per region and a lot of candidates come to them. Honestly I've found that the Navy and Marine Corps probably do it the best, they both have dedicated officer recruiting offices (usually near major universities) and their sole purpose is to work with officer candidate applicants. The Navy has generally been putting officer candidates into OCS from the street on a fairly regular basis, some aren't even waiting very long for selection. The Army is a bigger service with more needs, I wish they'd do something similar.

  • @henryhamilton8695
    @henryhamilton8695 Před rokem +106

    I just got accepted into WOFT. I’m going to enlist this Thursday. Thank you for these videos!

    • @___kayed
      @___kayed Před rokem +2

      Im 18 I also want to do this🔥

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci +2

      Congratulations! Study hard! Graduate with high marks and you might get selected to attend AH-64 or CH-47 transition.

    • @kemsprite520
      @kemsprite520 Před 6 měsíci +2

      Mind if i send you a pm? I have some questions that sure could use some answers

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      Sure! I’ve been off grid for a week.

    • @AnakinSkywalker386
      @AnakinSkywalker386 Před 4 měsíci +1

      How is it?

  • @markmata389
    @markmata389 Před rokem +14

    I was a high school to flight school guy. I was accepted in 1989, I was an Embry-Riddle college grad. The only differences that I have noted from then to now is, the reason why you want to become a Warrant letter was handwritten and in cursive. The other was your MOS going to Army basic was 09W.Addationally in my day you were a candidate for a full year with very little privileges, we all lived on Rucker in the barracks including the married WOC's, you could move off Rucker until you were a Junior WOC and after submitting a Memorandum of why you needed to move off post. I retired from the Army as a Master Aviator rated in the UH-1H, UH-60A/L/M.IP/SP/MP/ME. Des appointed ME, 26 years of Warrant service and over 7,500 hrs in the Hawk. I retired from the Army at Redstone Arsenal working for the PM of UHPO. If most of don't know what office it is who really runs the aviation programs (PEO Aviation), AMCOM is nothing more than a used parts outlet.

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      89? So then you must remember Cosby and the game room, along with the turtle ditches. I got smoked by that guy in Candidate school in my dress greens for just coming close to walking on his grass. The moth funeral, too.

  • @owen33333
    @owen33333 Před 10 měsíci +5

    I did all this back during paper and phone days. I'm still surprised that I got accepted, coming from the Marines! I flew for 16 years, retired CW4.

  • @estebanbeneroescoto1922

    Thank you for making this video!

  • @chlomyster8526
    @chlomyster8526 Před 2 měsíci

    This was very well done, young man. You're a good public speaker.

  • @moistoyster5728
    @moistoyster5728 Před 10 měsíci +2

    I’m at the very absolute beginning of this process. Like day one lol. Prior Air Force trying to pursue my dream of flying. This video and the links are super helpful. Thank you!

  • @billbaber6653
    @billbaber6653 Před 9 měsíci

    I’m 70 so, but you were informative and entertaining.

  • @MorganHillJr
    @MorganHillJr Před rokem +11

    Great video, I keep sending this to every person I know who wants to go Warrant. Although I will say the commissioned route was great for me, but it takes a lot of effort to be an effective unit manager and proficient pilot at the same time as I’m sure you are aware. Keep up the great work brother, you are inspiring and motivating many!

  • @nicholaslennox8066
    @nicholaslennox8066 Před rokem

    Thank you, very informative!

  • @DragonPilot
    @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci +2

    Enjoyed your video very much. Brought back lots of memories. I was drafted during the Vietnam era…1967. During Basic Training we were offered opportunities to sign up for various branches. I signed up for the WOFT program. Our version of the SIFT was called the FAST. That and passing a Class I flight physical was all it took. There was no need to get a letter of recommendation or any other qualifiers. So off to flight training I went…to Ft Wolters, TX for primary in the TH-55, then to Hunter AAF for advanced training, all in the Huey. In those days classes were split…some went to Hunter, the other half to Rucker. After graduating I was selected to go to Cobra school. Flew Cobras in Vietnam, became a Cobra IP back at Hunter. Took a direct commission and eventually retired as an LTC, AVN Branch.

  • @matthewwaters6838
    @matthewwaters6838 Před rokem +21

    Currently a Blackhawk mechanic Iv watched all your videos and talked to the pilots in my unit and I’m wanting to drop my packet and try to fly Blackhawks A/L

  • @01hafkee
    @01hafkee Před 7 měsíci +1

    Excellent video. Wish something like this had been available in ‘77. 😅
    Amazed how many similarities still exist.
    I had dropped out of the UofA in my junior yr. Went to the Swan St Recruiting office. After telling them I wanted flight school they took a few moments to collect themselves before they got down to business.
    After I got all the requirements and paperwork met I had to wait because all 6 slots for Az had been filled. Did my flight physical at DM and the flight surgeon asked if I was heading to the Air Force Academy. He seemed perplexed that I was going to Rucker. 😮
    I made the cut for the next year but no deferred entry until a school date. I lost a year before a date was finally given. Only got 6 mo deferred. Hit basic at almost the perfect time of year, Sept at Ft Dicks NJ. The heat was subsiding and got out of there before the snow.
    In-processed at mutha’ Rucker and put a yellow hat on. First assignment was the 3ID in Deutschland in Oct ‘80 flying Hueybagos. Short stint in OH58A but did the rest of my career in Hueys. High point was Medevac for a tour. Also Desert Storm.
    Sadly only 16 yrs, was a victim of the Klinton drawdown in ‘95 and early retired. Now I just tell “there I was stories.” 😁

  • @finnroou9710
    @finnroou9710 Před rokem +1

    Hey Damion your videos have been super helpful and informative. I am going a route similar to yours. ROTC to a National guard Aviation unit in Colorado. Do you have any information on commissioned officers transitioning to warrant officer? Is that something that happens? How hard is the process?

  • @stevalty
    @stevalty Před 7 měsíci

    Great job. Thanks!

  • @pfundora99
    @pfundora99 Před 3 měsíci

    Just subscribed, thank you man. Answered all my questions 🫡

  • @user-eg4gh4jq1g
    @user-eg4gh4jq1g Před rokem

    Thus was literally so helpful. Warrant officer helo pilot is what I've been looking into. You mentioned the street to seat option or from already enlisted members but I left the navy, I'm civilian now, what are the chances of me getting in? My re entry code require a waiver.

  • @ewoski
    @ewoski Před rokem +1

    Great video!

  • @texlapam1500
    @texlapam1500 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Nice job
    Great info. I went the high school to flight school route myself in 1979 (yes I knew the Wright brothers) and it served me well.
    i completed my degree through Embry Riddle while on active duty and as my initial contract with the Army ended I let the USAF spend a couple million dollars training me to to go warp snot with my hair on fire in fast movers! All in all, a life changing run and an unbelievable experience. the Warrant Officer route was awesome but I see that it has changed dramatically since 1979. My advice is check out both tracks and see which works best for you.
    Most importantly always remember.......................If you ain't a SCOUT PILOT you ain't s**t !!!!!!!!!

  • @greenwall1120
    @greenwall1120 Před 24 dny

    I'm sixteen, and looking to become a warrant officer. This information is extremely helpful for me, so thank you very much for making it! I'm looking for every piece of information that I can find about it.

  • @emonster6x34
    @emonster6x34 Před 6 měsíci +2

    In 1985, the selection test was called a FAST test (flight aptitude selection test). the max score was 140, I got a 120 and still did not get picked up, My GT Score was 123. I was an active-duty Military Policeman. I was a Sargeant as well. So, I guess it's changed. I really wanted to go but it was not my destiny. I ended up as a Federal Investigator GS-1811 and retired as a GS-13. After 9/11 I did mostly Counter Terrorism work. I was HSI. Also, the guy forgot to tell you about WOC-D which really sucked. Go check that out. So good luck.

  • @zavierchevere1804
    @zavierchevere1804 Před rokem +10

    Video was super helpful! Warrant Officer definitely seems like the route to take.

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před rokem +5

      100%! Glad you enjoyed the video, already worth it to make if you valued it. And yes, 100%. Commissioned officers make a bit more $$, but if you want to fly and be the subject matter expert on flying.. warrant is the way to go for sure.

  • @-blicky
    @-blicky Před rokem +1

    was an 11b and got out to go to college. boutta graduate this spring and thinking of going this route. it is quite a daunting task to get this packet all situated, but this video helped!

  • @benjaminnielsen4288
    @benjaminnielsen4288 Před 21 dnem

    You're right about the recruiters. They just don't seem interested at all in helping with a warrant officer packet. I'm going through this dilemma now, and I'm even here at Bragg.... Army everywhere and it's still difficult.

  • @aviator_z9188
    @aviator_z9188 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for this video!

  • @richardcox6935
    @richardcox6935 Před 7 měsíci

    When I did this back in the early 80s it was called the FAST test to get into WOFT.

  • @richfrazier8756
    @richfrazier8756 Před 3 měsíci

    When I was drafted into the Army in 1968 I was given the opportunity to attend OCS, WOFT and the West Point Preparatory Academy. I would have chosen the academy but I found I would have been too old when I graduated from West Point so that was out. Chose OCS and graduated Aug 1969 class 27-69.
    Released from active duty as Captain in Mar 1972.

  • @jmarc1
    @jmarc1 Před 6 měsíci

    When I joined in the late '80s I had asked the MEPs recruiter about becoming a helicopter pilot, remembering the 'Right out of high school to flight school' commercials the Army had at one time. I was told it wasn't an option. Maybe not at the time. I scored well on the ASVAB. It wouldn't be the first time a recruiter lied...

  • @dennismulloy640
    @dennismulloy640 Před měsícem

    Great job sir. Thanks

  • @talonwalker9660
    @talonwalker9660 Před rokem

    Hey I don’t know if you will see this but I’m currently in ROTC and I’m wondering the best way to get in contact with multiple guard aviation units to apply to see if they have slots. Any advice would be great!

  • @2FAST_4U
    @2FAST_4U Před rokem +3

    Great video! Im 16 but have goals of being a MEDEVAC Pilot!

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před rokem +4

      Thank you Christopher! And that’s perfect, that’s the time to start making moves towards it. You can apply in 2 years. I’ve known a couple pilots who got picked up as a warrant officer pilot at 18!

  • @MrAdventure96
    @MrAdventure96 Před rokem

    Do they contact you and tell you where the board will be held at? I'm stationed in Colorado, is it on post in the aviation hangars?

  • @tigerrr97
    @tigerrr97 Před 6 měsíci

    Oh Lielvārde base! @Damion Bailey do you know if it’s possible to join US army and work there as a pilot if you’re currently a pilot in other country’s military?

  • @kiranandrews9710
    @kiranandrews9710 Před 3 měsíci

    Hello Damion, would you have any tips on how to become successful at WOCS for the WOFT program?

  • @joeystout431
    @joeystout431 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I really appreciate this video. I'm currently a e4 in the army NG as a 91-F. I really want to get into aviation as a pilot. I've asked and I keep getting told that it requires a college degree and I've look and other places say it doesn't. I'm glad to find this video explaining everything anx laying it out because it helps alot. Thank you for the video

    • @lukerobinson2422
      @lukerobinson2422 Před 17 dny

      Hey brother I am E4 NG 31B starting my journey to becoming warrant aviation after serving almost 4 years. I received a 109 GT score so my first step is to retake my ASVAB for at least a 110

  • @appamaddox8190
    @appamaddox8190 Před 7 měsíci

    Excellent. Thx

  • @mikereynolds9153
    @mikereynolds9153 Před rokem

    Holy Toledo that first TAC Officer in the video was our Senior TAC earlier this year 😂😂😂 Great guy

  • @thebigketch8501
    @thebigketch8501 Před 10 měsíci +2

    What about letters of recommendation for civilians attempting street to seat?

  • @TomP-148
    @TomP-148 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Been going through this for awhile. Longest wait is the flight physical due to Rucker / Novosel being back logged, mine took about 3 months to complete. I have buddies that have been waiting for 4+ months.
    You need a minimum of a 110 GT score. No waivers.
    Pass your SIFT, you only get 2 chances EVER. I never meet anyone that has taken it more than once.
    If you are a NCO, make sure you have ALL your NCOERs and hopefully they are good. If you have poor NCOERs have really really strong LORs.

    • @TheNobleRiot
      @TheNobleRiot Před 3 měsíci

      I’m currently deployed rn and I’m really wanting to drop a flight packet and go warrant can you give me any more tips? I’m curious how your progress is going to

  • @tristanlukehart5107
    @tristanlukehart5107 Před rokem

    If i want to specifically fly the apache and the apache only is that a thing i can do or do i end up flying all helos

  • @garymfra3962
    @garymfra3962 Před rokem

    great info

  • @ShepherdAnimations
    @ShepherdAnimations Před rokem +11

    Thank you for this video! I’m currently at AIT for flight operations and I’m looking to drop my packet in about a year and a half after I get my bachelors. You’re not wrong about 10 years being detrimental to army aviation. The main reason I joined the army was to get into flight school and after experiencing some of the “joys” the army can give you I’m a bit nervous to commit 10 years but it’s my dream so I hope I go through with it when the time comes. Thanks again!

  • @user-br7ey8gm2k
    @user-br7ey8gm2k Před 2 měsíci

    During my senior year in college I took the written tests for Army Warrant Officer Flight Training and failed them outright. Oddly enough, I received very high scores on the AQT/FAR, the Navy's tests for pilot applicants. Go figure.

  • @saiph.musicofficial
    @saiph.musicofficial Před 8 měsíci +1

    What is the tattoo policy for the program? I'm enlisted 18x currently. My hand tattoos were approved by the army when I enlisted but I'd like to know if I can apply for the pilot program.

  • @nayborhood.p
    @nayborhood.p Před rokem

    thankyou so much brother 🫂💙

  • @julioperla4935
    @julioperla4935 Před 20 dny +1

    If I want to do this through the national guard would I have to go to flight school full time? Or is there a once or twice a month program? I work full time.

  • @sharifp9706
    @sharifp9706 Před rokem +6

    Good informative video. I would say as a current naval aviator you made the right choice being commissioned over warrant. I’d take 0-1 over W-1 anyday…especially if you plan on making a career out if it. Both fields are very rewarding though.

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      I went the opposite route…since I didn’t have a degree at the time, and was drafted, the WO route was my only option. Later I applied for and was accepted as a commissioned officer. The Army is different, though. Army commissioned officers find that their hours in the cockpit become limited. Our WOs are the backbone of Army Aviation. As commissioned officers we spend more time in leadership roles, especially as we move up in rank, and less time in the cockpit. So, a senior WO will still be focused on aviating, an officer will be focused on leadership, commanding, supervision, training development and execution. I was always glad to get out and fly, but my performance was evaluated primarily on how good I did my job as officer, not so much on my flying skills. I was always jealous of Naval and Air Force aviators as they could do all those things…but hey…was always proud I had my wings working my way up to becoming a Master Army Aviator! Hooah!

  • @theluva313
    @theluva313 Před 7 měsíci +2

    10 years whew that’s a long time I’m ok if it was 6 maybe

  • @robertosantosjr4088
    @robertosantosjr4088 Před rokem +1

    Great Info. Is the street to seat option applicable to prior service vets? Thank you for this info.

  • @kyonasmusic2742
    @kyonasmusic2742 Před 2 měsíci

    Do you know what it would look like for prior service personnel?

  • @aaroncox5286
    @aaroncox5286 Před 7 měsíci +2

    I’m currently on my 6 year contract and I wanted to go aviation butttt that 10 year obligation is holding me back frfr

    • @chlomyster8526
      @chlomyster8526 Před 2 měsíci

      No you should go and don't look back. 10 years is nothing. You don't want to hit 40 and regret not making the jump.

  • @johnkacarab2617
    @johnkacarab2617 Před 9 měsíci

    USA Retired. In 4/1968 I was drafted. After testing and processing I was submitted to Sargents who's job was to get you to enlist, and I did so I could control my future. I was told I could be anything I wanted to be in the Army, but they only had openings for infantry, artillery, armor, and warrant officer's. 4 year commitment. Flight school required 2 tours of 'Nam, so I didn't take that, though I wanted to be a pilot. I chose SF - what a dumb ass - I had to jump out of aircraft. I won't bore you with my very interesting short career after I got into a fight with a Full Bird. I only wanted to point out that I didn't have to go thru any of the stuff they put you through today to be an officer and or a pilot. You just had to say you wanted to do it. I am 75 now and still want to be a pilot so as soon as I can pass the medical it's off to get my license. Bravo to you guys who are just going straight into flight training.

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      Hmmm…I was drafted in April 1967, started WOFT in July 1967. Then it was a 3-year commitment. Most of us went to Vietnam, but a select few went to Germany or S. Korea…and never made it to Vietnam.

  • @kyleashford9563
    @kyleashford9563 Před rokem +2

    Is reserve taking WOFT applicants this year?

  • @DanielGonzalez-my2fd
    @DanielGonzalez-my2fd Před rokem +1

    If you submit and you don't get selected the first time, you get an automatic second look. If you don't get selected on your 2nd look then you are deemed Non-competitive Non-select and you'll wait a full year from the time your DA61 was signed. So don't be discouraged if you don't get selected on your first go. Talk to a recruiter and update your board file for your second look.

    • @WilldaBear
      @WilldaBear Před rokem +1

      Does the process change at all when my contract is up? Worried that since I have a year left, it's 50/50 that I get selected and if I don't, would have to apply for civilian WOFT program?
      Only thing I can think of is having to re-up to keep trying at it.

  • @graysoncall647
    @graysoncall647 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for the video, you made it very easy to understand. Do you know if the steps are any different when trying to go for fixed wing as opposed to helicopter?

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      It’s the same entry process. Once selected the Army will decide which track you’ll pursue. You might be able to express a preference, but the Army will decide. Very, very few go to FW training. I’d recommend staying in RW because of greater opportunities and assignments…work on FW on your own time. It’s all good!

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      It's like dragonpilot said. Everyone going to Army flight school goes through and becomes rotary wing rated. Upon graduation, there is an opportunity to attend fixed wing training. It would most likely be the C-12 (military version of the KingAir, I believe) that the Army primary operates, although there are some others. Other transitions would include the Chinook, Apache, etc. Sometime around graduation, I think you could put in a dream sheet, but very few get fixed wing. Around 1 or so each graduating class, although you could always be selected later in your career. Needs of the Army and, of course, who you know. Sometimes, it's just pure luck and timing. Most of my friends who went fixed wing though said they missed flying rotary.

  • @SweetNardz
    @SweetNardz Před rokem +10

    Hello! I scored over 110GT on my Asvab, about to go to meps. Then the SIFT, flight physical, and my packet. It’s definitely a slow process but I’m all in. Thank you for your videos!

    • @PresidentLunt
      @PresidentLunt Před 4 měsíci

      Update plz

    • @SweetNardz
      @SweetNardz Před 4 měsíci +2

      @@PresidentLunt Hey! Went to MEPS and failed. They didn’t like my Hyperthyroid, and they denied the waiver. I was super bummed because I tested so high and all that was holding me back was a medical condition. Thank you for asking for an update though! Currently pursing a nursing degree, which was my plan B.

    • @rehamtommi2280
      @rehamtommi2280 Před 3 měsíci

      May I ask what helped you to score that high on your ASVAB?

    • @PresidentLunt
      @PresidentLunt Před 3 měsíci

      @@rehamtommi2280I know you asked the OP but, I scored 121GT and 89AFQT. Just use the study books like ASVAB for dummies

    • @SweetNardz
      @SweetNardz Před 3 měsíci

      @@rehamtommi2280 Absolutely, no gatekeeping here. For the SIFT, I took a different approach, but for the ASVAB: GrammarHero on CZcams, there are so many helpful videos. I don't sponsor him, but he has a website with practice ASVAB tests and questions. On top of all of that, it's all free! I also used the famous purple Kaplan ASVAB book and referred to the "ASVAB for Dummies" book. Setting aside a couple hours a day for a month and a half got me that score. Remember to take breaks between studying and using blue light glasses! I hope this helps, and best of luck to you out there! :)

  • @taylorpatterson7689
    @taylorpatterson7689 Před 8 měsíci

    Video of the U.S.Army pilot shortage and how they plan to fix it.

  • @haiilkingyeshua4690
    @haiilkingyeshua4690 Před 8 měsíci

    Would you be willing to promote a study center I’m opening for flight students here at Novosel?

  • @HawkDriverJD
    @HawkDriverJD Před 6 měsíci

    I simply walked into the recruiting office back in 2008 and said hey I want to fly Blackhawks! Been doing it ever since, really no mystery to it 😉

    • @alanr4845
      @alanr4845 Před 2 měsíci

      How the fuck. Ill try to do the same I guess

  • @exquisitesquid4423
    @exquisitesquid4423 Před rokem +2

    Very informative video Sir, when is the earliest time as a commissioned officer that you can switch to warrant? do you have to wait until the ADSO is completed?

    • @rico4658rico
      @rico4658rico Před rokem

      If you are branched as an Aviation Officer there is a Milper message released every year outlining the process.
      As a non-Aviation Officer there is not time limit. You actually need a wavier if you have over 48 months of service. You will be required to get a few more documents than a standard packet to include a branch release and resignation of Commision. All the documents can be found on the Warrant Officer recuriting website. You can only apply to the May and November boards.
      As for ADSO's you will have to submit a wavier when you are going through the REFRAD process through HRC after being selected.

  • @nickpepper4592
    @nickpepper4592 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I don't get why a letter of recommendation. Seems odd to essentially say look who I know..

  • @eliasvillanueva628
    @eliasvillanueva628 Před rokem +2

    What about prior service?

  • @taylorpatterson7689
    @taylorpatterson7689 Před 8 měsíci +1

    How many warrant officer pilots stay after 10 years vs. Officer s ?

  • @linkenpark001
    @linkenpark001 Před 3 měsíci

    10yrs AND unlike other WO MOS's your time in grade for CW2 plus service obligation don't start until flight school completion.

  • @2FAST_4U
    @2FAST_4U Před rokem +1

    How should I study for the ASVAB

  • @rojanpama1325
    @rojanpama1325 Před 2 měsíci

    How do you get your top security clearance?

  • @ryanspeer3236
    @ryanspeer3236 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for the video! Super helpful. Just curious, I am set to meet with an Army recruiter next week for the first time. I have been studying for the SIFT for the last month. However, is it required to take the ASVAB first?
    I’ve gotten conflicting answers I’m my research

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před rokem

      Yes, I believe so. I think they want to see your asvab GT score of a 110 or higher. Which is also required for the packet either way..

    • @ryanspeer3236
      @ryanspeer3236 Před rokem +2

      Thanks again for the info! Passed with 130 GT and 61 SIFT. Your video has been super helpful as I put together my packet

    • @brolan2004
      @brolan2004 Před rokem

      @@ryanspeer3236 Good luck buddy I’m doing the same thing you are, hope you get selected!

    • @ryanspeer3236
      @ryanspeer3236 Před rokem

      You as well! Maybe see ya at Rucker soon haha

    • @brolan2004
      @brolan2004 Před rokem

      @@ryanspeer3236 when is the board youre planning for, mine is next month

  • @darchojandreoski9634
    @darchojandreoski9634 Před rokem

    Hier Staat Italien Armija General Stab 1988 Jahr wir haben bei Darcho Jandreoski in der Schule festgestellt als er bei Tina im Schulklasse besucht hat das der Darcho Jandreoski Nobel preis treger ist der hat selber die Pegasus Galaktica Mega Tron Atom Molekule gebaut das ist seine Space Galaktica Armee

  • @merrittorius
    @merrittorius Před rokem +10

    I am going through this now. Can confirm the process can take over a year...😀 I've got some vids up especially if you're looking for more on that age waiver 🤝

    • @merrittorius
      @merrittorius Před rokem

      @@Somerandomblackdud3 Appreciate it!

    • @ErinGoBragh54
      @ErinGoBragh54 Před rokem

      Submitted for the January board hoping for the best!

    • @whosdante
      @whosdante Před rokem

      Do you have a college degree? 🥺

    • @merrittorius
      @merrittorius Před rokem

      @@whosdante yes but it isn't required

  • @obriantomlinson2776
    @obriantomlinson2776 Před rokem

    Dam I turn 34 this October and I don’t get out until next August from the Navy 😢 I can get a conditional release but I’ll be 34

    • @cw5894
      @cw5894 Před 6 měsíci

      He said on a case by case basis they can give a waiver

  • @joecaldwell1993
    @joecaldwell1993 Před 7 měsíci

    If you're open to being either helicopter/fixed wing pilot, how does this process change?

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      It doesn't. The primary route is rotary wing. Everyone goes through Rotary Wing Qual. If you're lucky, you might pick up a fixed wing transition after graduation. Most of the Army fixed wing aircraft are C12's, although they do have some other types. Most of my friends who went into a fixed wing follow-on transition said that they missed flying helicopters, though.

  • @artarakelian2354
    @artarakelian2354 Před 4 měsíci +1

    is the process the same for fixed wing warrant as well

    • @JeffreyPainter12
      @JeffreyPainter12 Před 4 měsíci

      It's all the same process, however, fixed wing is not guaranteed. After you complete the initial flight training in UH-72, your class will have a selection day. Every class is different. There were no available slots for fixed wing when my class selected.

  • @becraftcorey
    @becraftcorey Před 2 měsíci

    Do army warrant officers go to basic training? My recruiter just told me that I have to go to enlisted basic training first

    • @terryheo3464
      @terryheo3464 Před měsícem

      Yes you must go through basic training first.

  • @groomingelk9125
    @groomingelk9125 Před 7 měsíci

    Got a question about this. Isn’t there another requirement of being e5 or higher to apply?

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      Absolutely not. You are, however, promoted to E-5 (Warrant Officer Candidate) upon entry to WOC School, if you are not an E-5 already. If you are E-6 or higher, you retain that grade until appointment as a W-1.

  • @Carterhiti
    @Carterhiti Před 5 měsíci

    Can you join with a corrected Vision? Like LASIK?

    • @JeffreyPainter12
      @JeffreyPainter12 Před 4 měsíci

      Yes, I had lasik in 2016 and completed flight training in 2022

  • @jackal_loaf7232
    @jackal_loaf7232 Před rokem

    I got an 88 AFQT but mine doesn't say my GT score. How can I find this out?

    • @NinSkitz
      @NinSkitz Před 10 měsíci

      ask your recruiter

  • @bencarr1717
    @bencarr1717 Před 11 měsíci +2

    Is it possible to complete the package by yourself i.e., without a recruiter that is not helping you.

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před 11 měsíci

      Yes absolutely, just look up the requirements, like getting a flight physical, call a flight department at a military hospital and schedule it. SIFT, call a ROTC program and go take it there ect.. you don’t need a recruiter.

  • @jacobfulton5106
    @jacobfulton5106 Před 10 měsíci

    How long is it typically from board approval to starting WOCS??

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      Depends on the needs of the US Army and class dates.

  • @IHWKR
    @IHWKR Před 5 měsíci

    Is a prior enlisted USAF able to go warrant officer? Im still in my IRR portion of my enlistment.

    • @JeffreyPainter12
      @JeffreyPainter12 Před 4 měsíci

      Yes, in my class we had prior service from other branches

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 3 měsíci

      Any prior service is fine, just watch your age, they don't always issue waivers, our Command is not keen on it. Enlisted rank is immaterial also, you don't have to be an E5 for WOFT

  • @ExtremeRecluse
    @ExtremeRecluse Před 11 měsíci

    Both Commissioned Officers and Warrant Officers must maintain the minimum hours as pilots. Officer Evaluation Reports never mention pilot tasks. All officers are evaluated on how well they perform additional duties and their can be many. OERs are evaluated and scored by promotion boards. For aviation warrant officers, the quicker you get tracked into instructor pilot or safety officer, the better. These Warrant Officers are not given any additional duties because their jobs do not allow the time. I was a warrant officer for 8 years on active duty. Not becoming an IP or safety officer hurt my career and I was passed over for promotion to CW3.

    • @apacheoperator3207
      @apacheoperator3207 Před 11 měsíci

      Did you go MTP? Right now MTPs have the highest bonuses because they're so desperate for em lol

  • @nicholasgonzalez2048
    @nicholasgonzalez2048 Před 11 měsíci +1

    Selection rate

  • @Gavin_Beaumont
    @Gavin_Beaumont Před 10 měsíci

    in order to become a warrant officer pilot, do you have to enlist first to be selected to become a warrant officer?

    • @NinSkitz
      @NinSkitz Před 10 měsíci

      i believe if you want to be a pilot you can start as wo1

    • @DragonPilot
      @DragonPilot Před 6 měsíci

      It’s high school to flight school but you’ll have to attend Basic Training first. Prior service not required.

  • @michaelalvord7517
    @michaelalvord7517 Před 7 měsíci

    Nowadays they don't care if you have official or unofficial. Just an FYSA

  • @Detroiter166
    @Detroiter166 Před měsícem +1

    I’m almost at the end of the application process for the “Street to Seat” program as of this post. It took almost 7 months for my physical to be approved at Ft. Novosel (formerly Rucker). I started the entire process in February of 23’ with taking the PICAT and then the SIFT. Was not able to go to Ft. Knox until September of 23’ to have the physical conducted.
    If you really want to do this you need to be super patient and willing to wait a long time for things to move ahead.
    I am finally submitting my packet to the review board next month (May of 24’) for selection. Hope that this might inform anyone out there watching this along with everything in the video!

  • @terryheo3464
    @terryheo3464 Před 6 měsíci

    Do we need to go through boot camp for high school to flight school or do we go to flight school immediately?

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      You have to go through boot camp first. Then flight school is your AIT

    • @terryheo3464
      @terryheo3464 Před 6 měsíci

      @@petehaack5228 Ah.... I also heard that pilots need to go through tough training called sere

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 6 měsíci

      @terryheo3464 SERE-C, you get to go to Camp Slappy. I think they changed it to before flight school now, so if you wash out, they aren't sending you to flight school. If you're high school to flight school, as they call it, you probably either get reclassed to a new MOS or separated, not sure. Just don't wash out, and you won't have to find out. It was not a requirement when I went in '89, but I had gone to Jungle School in Panama, so when for a short time, they were trying to make everyone go, they didn't really bother me.

    • @petehaack5228
      @petehaack5228 Před 3 měsíci

      ​@terryheo3464 Sorry, I didn't get back sooner. Yes, you do. I can't speak to it as I never went, wasn't required in '89. For a time, anyone who hadn't gone, had to go before attending advanced schooling, but I had Jungle Survival School under my belt, so I was waived. Much has changed over the years, but it's like anything else in the Military, you just shrug and deal with it.

    • @AncientRe
      @AncientRe Před 3 měsíci

      You have 3 schools to attend. Basic -10 weeks, Warrant officer school - about 10-12 weeks, and flight training, which is about a year long.

  • @zacharypennington1868

    I am making the switch from Air Force. If anyone would like info or advice feel free to reach out. My biggest piece of advice is just be willing to do everything yourself and be diligent at sourcing the people and documents you need.

    • @HashSlingingtrades
      @HashSlingingtrades Před rokem

      We’re you enlisted? Any prior flight time?

    • @zacharypennington1868
      @zacharypennington1868 Před rokem

      @@HashSlingingtrades I’m an enlisted aviator (a back seater, not a pilot) so fortunately I got a lot of aviation experience there. Otherwise, I only have 10 hours of actual civilian flight time.

    • @ChickentNug
      @ChickentNug Před rokem

      @@zacharypennington1868 do you think doing this program straight out of high school is a bad idea? I want to fly in the military regardless, but I'm not sure if 10 years off the bat is a bad idea or not

    • @arawakills4420
      @arawakills4420 Před rokem

      Hey, how has the process been for you??

    • @10oner
      @10oner Před rokem +1

      Ur making a huge mistake. Stay in the airforce

  • @prestobizmal
    @prestobizmal Před rokem

    Me: a 34 year old with no military or flight experience. "hmm this is good info to know" why am I like this?

  • @mannyfuhbanny
    @mannyfuhbanny Před rokem +1

    Why don’t you try to become a warrant now? It’s not impossible, right?

    • @damion_bailey
      @damion_bailey  Před rokem +7

      I actually will once my time as a captain is up. I have about 4 more years and then I’ll transition over to being a warrant. Chief Bailey has a nice ring to it 🤣

    • @rico4658rico
      @rico4658rico Před rokem +2

      I am an Infantry Officer who just got selected during the November Board to become an Aviation Warrant. Looking forward to it!

    • @SENORxSENSATION
      @SENORxSENSATION Před rokem +1

      @@rico4658rico I am currently getting the last bit of my things together for the board in March, can I get some info as to what your packet looked like that way I can have a comparison of what the packet of someone who got in looks like?

    • @apacheoperator3207
      @apacheoperator3207 Před 11 měsíci

      Did you ever switch over?

  • @michaelhennegan9637
    @michaelhennegan9637 Před 8 měsíci +1

    If you meet the minimum qualifications and are a female or minority, you will be chosen and they will make sure you make it through flight school. You will be given extra chances and they will make sure you graduate.

    • @AncientRe
      @AncientRe Před 3 měsíci

      Which is so far of course i'm glad you are not flying as you would miss target everytime. MOST pilots are white because America is still racist trash.

  • @fortinovaldez8881
    @fortinovaldez8881 Před rokem +3

    Can I get a letter of recommendation 😂😂

  • @10oner
    @10oner Před rokem

    There is no reason to become an army pilot when civilian pilots are getting paid so much. Litterally 0. Dont get tricked into the army.
    Sincerely, someone who got tricked.

    • @AncientRe
      @AncientRe Před 3 měsíci

      What if you want to serve and fight? Not pass out cocktails to the premier club members...

  • @finnroou9710
    @finnroou9710 Před rokem

    Hey Damion your videos have been super helpful and informative. I am going a route similar to yours. ROTC to a National guard Aviation unit in Colorado. Do you have any information on commissioned officers transitioning to warrant officer? Is that something that happens? How hard is the process?