Was hoping to drop my warrant packet for the deadline to WORC on 15 July, but medical has hindered me by taking 3 months to schedule my phase 2 for my physical. So now instead of hitting the board on Sep, I have to hit the next board, and it's disappointing. Soon, though and I'll be up there and chasing my dreams to be an aviator
@Ror4JC5 күн бұрын
Congratulations!! You'll love being a Warrant. In 1987, I started WOEC (Warrant Officer Entry Course at the time). Moved on after 10 years, but would do it all over again. Enjoy and relish it. It has led to a 38 year career as a pilot, 20 years helicopters, and 18 years fixed wing. I'm now flying Citation CJ3 light jets for Wheels Up. Again, thanks for a great video. For those of you considering becoming a Warrant, it was much more like joining a fraternity of professionals than a rank structure. No saluting among Warrants, always calling each other by our first names. Go for it. You will not regret the decision.
@shujayethossain65548 күн бұрын
Hi, I will get my bachelor’s in business and am interested in commissioning through OCS to become a pilot. Any tips? I am 29
@josephgordon892511 күн бұрын
Watched your videos during the process and now report august 5th hope to meet the legend once i get down there
@merrittorius9 күн бұрын
Say what's up when you get here killa!
@RT41311 күн бұрын
Crestview?
@merrittorius9 күн бұрын
A. Firm. 👌🤌
@RT4137 күн бұрын
@@merrittorius the food is HOT🔥🔥
@KeithKellyOfficial13 күн бұрын
So I have a few questions. One being, when does the three year active duty obligation start? Is it as soon as you enlist or after woft? Is the flight school full time no matter what for that 18 months? And, can we live off base in an apartment? Im trying to joing as a street to seat candidate.
@paulmp835913 күн бұрын
Hey man I was selected this week to fly 60s for the NG. I’ve watched all your videos over the past year (some multiple times) and the info you put out was very helpful. Best of luck to you🇺🇸
@merrittorius12 күн бұрын
Glad you found value. Hope you're enjoying yourself. It's mostly a gun treck
@walterbrown869413 күн бұрын
Good morning Marine. Adding a bit of perspective from age/experience here. Flunked out of engineering school in 1956 and lost my student deferment. Korean War fraternity brother, USMC, put his arm around me and told me I was going to enlist in the Corps. I did - Senior DI called me a draft dodger, and he was correct - 2 yr Active MC Reserve at that time. Ended up w/ 2nd MAW Cherry Point as radio repairman after switching from 2 yr reserve, to 3 yr regular MC. Marine Corps treated me well my entire 3 years, even though my enlistment originated primarily from a desire to get my draft obligation out of the way, not because I wanted to become a Marine. I served conscientiously wherever the Corps sent me - Atsugi Japan, Formosa in '58, Quantico. Served with a lot of good Marines, and was glad I had chosen the Corps. After I left active duty, went to work in the Defense industry and eventually got my engineering degree. At 89 I've seen a lot of changes - Not only in society, but the military. I fully agree with your assessment about the Corps. Marines have to be versatile, adaptive - I wish you every success in aviation - There is a need for a lot of good pilots today - Not just in the military, but the commercial sector as well.
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Walter! Thank you so much for what you did sir. We are grateful to you and your generation sir. It's an honor to have your input on this channel. The heartiest and most genuine Semper Fidelis to you sir.
@al401313 күн бұрын
Sir, Did you have a break in service between the USMC and going CWO in the army ?
@ObamaSaidHeLikesMe13 күн бұрын
Yes
@merrittorius12 күн бұрын
Sure did
@fatkorn13 күн бұрын
Little scary he mistakes the vehicles, probs distracted by making the video... little scary he's so distracted by making this video that he Flys off on a clothes drier, yup
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
I actually flew away on a vacuum moments after this.
@Marc-gu3rg13 күн бұрын
Big grob guy?
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Per chance
@ObamaSaidHeLikesMe13 күн бұрын
Awesome seeing you go through the process and coming out on top! I've been following you for years now! (That sounds creepy)
@superfamilyallosauridae650513 күн бұрын
Oh no, natty guard? Reserves/active FTW Nah but seriously, you love to see it
@toughfff71222 күн бұрын
Thank you for the info, i passed my FedRec board a few days ago and am now preparing for WOCS.
@merrittorius21 күн бұрын
Exciting times. Good for you, happy to hear it. Go get it.
@RT41327 күн бұрын
Great videos Mike! What airframe and duty station you trying to get?
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
I'm guard so I'll most likely be flying Blackhawks. We will see.
@RT41313 күн бұрын
@@merrittorius great! I'm in the instrument phase of 60, hopefully see you there
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
@RT413 I'd estimate we will see each other around Lowe soon 🤝
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Hope you're enjoying it and doing well
@jakejenkins815029 күн бұрын
Hey, all. Completely new to military life and the ins-and-outs. Never been in, but looking to join. I recently left pharmacy school to become an aviator. It’s my true passion. I’ve always wanted to fly and figured it would be something I would do in the future after retiring or something, but I’ve been influenced by my girlfriend’s family. 2 commercial pilots, her dad was in AF for 40 years and was a flight engineer. Her brother is training on the F-35 soon. All of them have influenced my path and opened my eyes to realizing my potential of following my passion. Still unsure of which branch to go through and I know I may need a medical waver for an arrhythmia that has since been taken care of surgically, but I still believe in myself against the odds. Luckily my cardiologist is a flight surgeon at Luke AFB and he’s said I’ll be good to go. I’ll be following you for advice. Best of luck.
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Good luck to you as well. Glad the medical stuff is getting worked out and you've got good mentors in that area. Thanks for checking in. Love hearing about others going for it. 👍
@hw534Ай бұрын
Good luck on your check ride Killer! Rah!
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
🗣RAH!
@RickinaLeShayeАй бұрын
Goodluck on your journey! You seem like a very humble leader and person in general. It’s admirable that you mention your faith in your videos and the power of prayer. I can’t wait to watch future videos on your journey. I watched your videos to get insight on WOCS to look into a tech WO.
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
Kind of you to say, I have to give credit where it's due or where it's appropriate. Christ has helped me, His timing was on. Glad you got some value out of my stuff on here. Wish you the best in your journey as well. 🤝
@colefredericks2869Ай бұрын
I've been lookin into this, but the recommendations part, what am i supposed to do? I have literally one person who could do a recommendation that's it, so how are people like me supposed to put in a packet when there simply isn't enough people we know to write letters?
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
You have to go find them. It's part of the drill if you want to do this. I've got other videos on how I'd approach reaching out to folks who could write them.
@colefredericks2869Ай бұрын
@merrittorius But if you find someone, how are they going to know you well enough to actually write a recommendation? Why would they use their reputation to recommend what is essentially a stranger?
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
@@colefredericks2869 interview/meeting/phone call
@colefredericks2869Ай бұрын
@merrittorius I suppose that makes sense, I just feel like it'd be hard to determine what someone is all about from some interviews and phones calls is all. But I honestly did not think anyone would respond to this, I thank you very much for doing so. I need to do some more digging, again, thank you for the insight.
@ptauszigАй бұрын
Good stuff guys! Looking forward to more videos!
@Ramsy56Ай бұрын
Hello sir, This is well after youve made this video but i board on the 13th of june. In indiana. I was told to report in OCPs which seems a little strange to me because i thought boards were formal affairs. Any tips, tricks, and recommendations outside of what you had in the video?
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
I talk about tips and mindset pretty extensively in another video I put out on here. I wore a suit as a civilian and get what you're saying, it's OCPs though.
@julioperla4935Ай бұрын
What is the age limit for prior service members that want to go for National Guard warrant officer helicopter pilot program? I'm 40, could I get a waiver?
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
That pushing it, but if they want you they'll try. I'm on the high end of the flight school range. At 38 I'm definitely an outlier in my class.
@onnixGamingАй бұрын
Sir, im with Indiana Guard and have aviation board interview in the next 2 weeks. Thanks for the heads up. ✌🏽
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
Love to hear it. Over prepare killer! Then you'll be a smooth operator in the room. 🤝 Glad you said what's up. Keep in touch.
@rangerdave9255Ай бұрын
Naw, I went through WOC(D), completed Flight School, got my bar, applied myself to retire as a CW5.
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Thanks for checking in sir. Hope retirement is treating you well!
@danielrelinski5665Ай бұрын
I flew with Marine CH-46 pilots as a contractor in Afghanistan. The State Department procured about 10 CH-46's and we needed pilots, keep in mind that these are former Marine aviators. Those guys were the absolute worst, whinny, back stabbing, complaining, morons for the most part. I haven't seen so much drama outside of the TV show, Housewives. Me and all the other former Army pilots hated dealing with those clowns. Now all of the crew dogs were outstanding, but the pilots made Biden look like a genius.
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
🤣 I got several emails to come and support those contracts. Sounds like I made a good decision in choosing another path. It's like anywhere Dan, good and bad everywhere. I was fortunate that I had some of the absolute best around me.
@Detroiter166Ай бұрын
My packet is at the board this week for Warrant Aviator. Wrapping up college along with having already earned my civilian fixed wing commercial multi engine and single engine licenses! Will be hearing within the next couple of weeks if I've been selected. It's been a LONG process but feels great to have gotten this far. Hopefully I will be able to get down to Alabama and begin my own military career!
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
I'd be surprised if you didn't get positive news with what you wrote here. How'd it go!?
@BoqxxАй бұрын
Hey, so I just graduated college with an aviation degree (pro pilot). I have commercial multi license and am a cfi. At first my plan was airlines but always had a passion for military aviation. I paid for all of my training from student loans so I know this isn’t the typical route to military, but essentially I want to only fly in the military, I don’t really want to get stuck doing something else because I already went through all this training when I could’ve just went to the airlines. Do you think this is a good idea? I know the marines have a pilot contract you can get before ocs.
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
I have spoken to multiple airline pilots who are now army aviators in the Guard. They wanted something more. Sounds like since you're asking this question you do too. Hope that helps!
@10l94buckoАй бұрын
I would sign 15 I really want to do this is my dream
@10l94buckoАй бұрын
I love you bro u don’t understand u making my life easier
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
Love you too dude. Go get it
@jovanni_orb5116Ай бұрын
I am having trouble deciding warrant or commission officer? Some many pros and cons. I have a wife and kids that support me so it is up to me to decide what path to take.
@merrittorius13 күн бұрын
It's more about your personality type. The vast majority of folks who have families in my "flight" are warrants. If that helps...
@10l94buckoАй бұрын
Thank men the interview is for prior service
@jovanni_orb5116Ай бұрын
Looking for advice. Prior service marine corps going to basic in July. I am 35 very soon 36. Then AIT for 25s. I am very interested in being a pilot. I am just worried about making a bad career move at my age. I also have a lot of college and could qualify for green to gold.
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
I know what drives me and what I like. The 10 years for pilots doesnt scare me and now that I'm actually flying I can say without any doubt this was the right choice for me.
@jovanni_orb5116Ай бұрын
@@merrittorius the 10 years seems like a highlight. I want to make 20 years. The 10 plus two for training and my enlistment time will get me two years away from full retirement but is a guaranteed reserve retirement with my 6 years in the reserves.
@tommierios6518Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. i’m not a pilot. Just on a journey and need to keep moving. I won’t stop. : )
@benlima3076Ай бұрын
Your videos have been a great help to me over the past year and a half. Last week I found out that I was selected by my state's guard unit to become an Army Aviator! It has been very encouraging to me to follow your story and see your passion and motivation as you have gone through the process. It was a long road for me to get selected and I know I have an exciting and challenging road ahead!
@merrittoriusАй бұрын
Yes dude! I'm happy for you. Beautiful news and exciting times. Soak it in. Congratulations
@benjaminnielsen42882 ай бұрын
Sir, great video. Love your enthusiasm. I gotta ask, is it possible for someone in their 40's to be picked up for WOFT? Have you seen an older guy make it? Im PS with 10 years. Ive been all over the warrant recruiting website and I understand the required waivers and other packet requirements. Dealing with enlisted recruiters is difficult and most of them dont want to deal with warrant officer packets. Or they simply dont know. Im at Fort Bragg (now Liberty). I really want to do this, but realize it may be too little too late. Is this a hopeless endeavor for me? Appreciate your thoughts and advice please. Thank you.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
You HAVE to make them tell you no. I'd look at the Guard/Reserves and get in touch with a "warrant officer strength and retention" POC. All 50 states should have one.
@benjaminnielsen42882 ай бұрын
Will do. That's a good place to start. My mentality is when someone tells me NO, I say YES. And when someone says impossible, I say possible. Thanks for the advice. 🤘
@ArmyServiceRedux2 ай бұрын
Thank You! 💯💯
@DonRobinson-le6qp2 ай бұрын
I'm a retired CW3, and I applied for Warrant Officer flight starting in my 7th year (25 years old) from 1990 - 1994 when I was an enlisted soldier. It's the only thing I ever wanted to do. I had a stellar career up to the point when I started applying for flight school. When I first applied in 1990 I had a 130 GT score, multiple 300 PT test scores, Excellent NCOER'S, Pass my flight physical with flying colors, the flight test scores were different back then, but I scored a 123 (which I was always told was a very good score), I was interviewed by senior aviation warrant officers for my recommendation letter, and I felt very confident that I would be selected. But unfortunately for 4 consecutive years, I was fully qualified "not selected", a total of 4 times. For the life of me I could not understand why I was passed over and never selected?? Still to this day some 30+ years later, I still don't know. I remember being hurt and so disappointed every time the board results came out and I was passed over. I ended up applying for warrant officer in my military intelligence field and got selected my first board. I remember being at Ft Rucker going through training and talking to some of the individuals who were going to flight school after the warrant basic course and I just couldn't believe some of the people that were selected to go to flight school. That made my multiple times applying even worse mentally, but at the end of the day I still became a Warrant and did very well for the Army and my country, but it still stings every time I see a UH-60 flying overhead, and I often say, that should have been me.
@alexandermilam81932 ай бұрын
Btw congrats on getting selected as an “old man.” Where are you in the training pipeline at the moment? I was Marine Corps ROTC and “guaranteed” aviation until I turned 28 then all of a sudden I was “too old.” One foot in the grave at 28 lol… If I had made Naval Aviator my callsign would have surely been “Gramps.” I would have gladly taken it. Given their retention rates across the board, they will probably up the age limit again within the next few years. Air Force studies have shown that older guys are more competent pilots anyway.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
Appreciate your perspective and insight into additional avenues. Hate that you aged out of the Marine opportunity. Ya, I'm ancient at 38 😏 I'm loving the Army. Hope you find what you want dude.
@alexandermilam81932 ай бұрын
May not be military but it’s still in service to this country. Check out FBI (mostly helos), DEA (only require a PPL) and the CIA (lots of cool, spooky shit). Currently have an open application for pilot to the CIA but typically takes 1-2 years to hear back if they want you.
@alexandermilam81932 ай бұрын
What’s up guys, Alex here. Current civilian commercial pilot working on my CFI eventual ATP. Grandaddy was a fighter pilot, flew F-86 in Korea, F-4 Phantom over Vietnam, B-52 and KC-10 instructor, uncle was a C-130 navigator for Desert Storm then went to Pentagon after making Colonel. I was all set up for Naval Aviation in 2021 (aced the OAR, ASTB, all LORs from military pilots) Covid screwed me and put me over the age limit. Considering Army aviation if I can get fixed wing (Have lots of rotorcraft experience but not a helicopter guy), during my trials I found the NOAA (Hurricane Hunters), all fixed wing. They fly Twin Otters, King Airs, have a Gulfstream G-IV and two P-3s, switching to C-130s soon. It’s the smallest of the uniformed services so hard to get selected but NO AGE LIMIT!! Already have a degree but just finished another year of additional college for environmental science as they require no less than 48 STEM credits. Going to put in an application after I earn around 1,000 hours to make myself competitive as they have a good amount of prior service aviators to compete with. If any of you have a degree, 48 STEM creds and don’t mind flying into hurricanes, may want to check them out.
@georgedemeris2 ай бұрын
I found your videos and started my stuff about a month or so behind you back when you kicked off too. Just got back from camping, common core starts hopefully in a few weeks. You offered a great method to follow. Hopefully I see you down here soon! Stay safe.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
I hope you're well fed and rested brotha! Welcome back. I will see you on the flight line for sure. Enjoy your time for now and be excited. It's a fun challenge.
@skycoh35812 ай бұрын
Just submit my packet to the recruiter. It should hit the May board. Fingers crossed. As a mechanic, I've menteed under a lot of great WOs.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
It's an exciting time. Expect good things. 👍
@kawikacavanh99642 ай бұрын
Happy Bday Ordie
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
LOVE THIS. IYAOYAS 💣 🔥 🤙 🤝
@hellatightdude2 ай бұрын
Good luck on your journey man! Made it to my unit September of last year. It’s a helluva trip. Whenever you hit low points in CC or AQC or even when you get to your unit and start progression and realize you still don’t know shit, remember why you put your packet in and trust yourself.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
Wilco. Congrats on everything. Appreciate you stopping by and passing the word.
@sleetysquid1172 ай бұрын
I take my SIFT in a week, any tips for getting a good score? Or any tips on getting the actual packet together? Some of those forms seem like a real pain in the butt. Great vid, you're inspirational man
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
Thank you. I've got some other vids on the SIFT that I recorded right after I took mine.
@sleetysquid1172 ай бұрын
I got a 69, time build that packet 😤@@merrittorius
@Facelessstuff2 ай бұрын
Which bird are you shooting for?
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
Probably the Blackhawk.
@Facelessstuff2 ай бұрын
@@merrittorius awesome! Did you have any disability from the military when you went back in? They are telling me that I might not be able to go back in because of my rating.
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
@@Facelessstuff I did. It wasn't a big issue from what I remember
@Facelessstuff2 ай бұрын
@@merrittorius copy, I got 90% and one was mental health so that’s what they are saying. Do you mind saying what your percentage was? Or what it was for?
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
@Facelessstuff physical stuff. 20 percent. Probably a little different. The whole mental health stigma is crazy. I don't know what all of it entails. Apparently everyone in aviation has zero mental health issues 😉 (we all have issues) Get a good recruiter, do a TON of research about anything they might question. There's a waiver for just about everything.
@realpolicetalk2 ай бұрын
Great channel I'm happy i discovered it
@merrittorius2 ай бұрын
Thank you 🤝
@Nasa7412 ай бұрын
I took my asvab today I got a 99 with a 139 gt, it doesn’t feel real yet. If I match this on the sift I should be selected.
@yeahnuld2 ай бұрын
Starting WOCS in a few months, I hope I get to see you there and thank you, your videos helped me out a ton. I'm so excited to be doing all this it doesn't even feel real!
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Was hoping to drop my warrant packet for the deadline to WORC on 15 July, but medical has hindered me by taking 3 months to schedule my phase 2 for my physical. So now instead of hitting the board on Sep, I have to hit the next board, and it's disappointing. Soon, though and I'll be up there and chasing my dreams to be an aviator
Congratulations!! You'll love being a Warrant. In 1987, I started WOEC (Warrant Officer Entry Course at the time). Moved on after 10 years, but would do it all over again. Enjoy and relish it. It has led to a 38 year career as a pilot, 20 years helicopters, and 18 years fixed wing. I'm now flying Citation CJ3 light jets for Wheels Up. Again, thanks for a great video. For those of you considering becoming a Warrant, it was much more like joining a fraternity of professionals than a rank structure. No saluting among Warrants, always calling each other by our first names. Go for it. You will not regret the decision.
Hi, I will get my bachelor’s in business and am interested in commissioning through OCS to become a pilot. Any tips? I am 29
Watched your videos during the process and now report august 5th hope to meet the legend once i get down there
Say what's up when you get here killa!
Crestview?
A. Firm. 👌🤌
@@merrittorius the food is HOT🔥🔥
So I have a few questions. One being, when does the three year active duty obligation start? Is it as soon as you enlist or after woft? Is the flight school full time no matter what for that 18 months? And, can we live off base in an apartment? Im trying to joing as a street to seat candidate.
Hey man I was selected this week to fly 60s for the NG. I’ve watched all your videos over the past year (some multiple times) and the info you put out was very helpful. Best of luck to you🇺🇸
Glad you found value. Hope you're enjoying yourself. It's mostly a gun treck
Good morning Marine. Adding a bit of perspective from age/experience here. Flunked out of engineering school in 1956 and lost my student deferment. Korean War fraternity brother, USMC, put his arm around me and told me I was going to enlist in the Corps. I did - Senior DI called me a draft dodger, and he was correct - 2 yr Active MC Reserve at that time. Ended up w/ 2nd MAW Cherry Point as radio repairman after switching from 2 yr reserve, to 3 yr regular MC. Marine Corps treated me well my entire 3 years, even though my enlistment originated primarily from a desire to get my draft obligation out of the way, not because I wanted to become a Marine. I served conscientiously wherever the Corps sent me - Atsugi Japan, Formosa in '58, Quantico. Served with a lot of good Marines, and was glad I had chosen the Corps. After I left active duty, went to work in the Defense industry and eventually got my engineering degree. At 89 I've seen a lot of changes - Not only in society, but the military. I fully agree with your assessment about the Corps. Marines have to be versatile, adaptive - I wish you every success in aviation - There is a need for a lot of good pilots today - Not just in the military, but the commercial sector as well.
Walter! Thank you so much for what you did sir. We are grateful to you and your generation sir. It's an honor to have your input on this channel. The heartiest and most genuine Semper Fidelis to you sir.
Sir, Did you have a break in service between the USMC and going CWO in the army ?
Yes
Sure did
Little scary he mistakes the vehicles, probs distracted by making the video... little scary he's so distracted by making this video that he Flys off on a clothes drier, yup
I actually flew away on a vacuum moments after this.
Big grob guy?
Per chance
Awesome seeing you go through the process and coming out on top! I've been following you for years now! (That sounds creepy)
Oh no, natty guard? Reserves/active FTW Nah but seriously, you love to see it
Thank you for the info, i passed my FedRec board a few days ago and am now preparing for WOCS.
Exciting times. Good for you, happy to hear it. Go get it.
Great videos Mike! What airframe and duty station you trying to get?
I'm guard so I'll most likely be flying Blackhawks. We will see.
@@merrittorius great! I'm in the instrument phase of 60, hopefully see you there
@RT413 I'd estimate we will see each other around Lowe soon 🤝
Hope you're enjoying it and doing well
Hey, all. Completely new to military life and the ins-and-outs. Never been in, but looking to join. I recently left pharmacy school to become an aviator. It’s my true passion. I’ve always wanted to fly and figured it would be something I would do in the future after retiring or something, but I’ve been influenced by my girlfriend’s family. 2 commercial pilots, her dad was in AF for 40 years and was a flight engineer. Her brother is training on the F-35 soon. All of them have influenced my path and opened my eyes to realizing my potential of following my passion. Still unsure of which branch to go through and I know I may need a medical waver for an arrhythmia that has since been taken care of surgically, but I still believe in myself against the odds. Luckily my cardiologist is a flight surgeon at Luke AFB and he’s said I’ll be good to go. I’ll be following you for advice. Best of luck.
Good luck to you as well. Glad the medical stuff is getting worked out and you've got good mentors in that area. Thanks for checking in. Love hearing about others going for it. 👍
Good luck on your check ride Killer! Rah!
🗣RAH!
Goodluck on your journey! You seem like a very humble leader and person in general. It’s admirable that you mention your faith in your videos and the power of prayer. I can’t wait to watch future videos on your journey. I watched your videos to get insight on WOCS to look into a tech WO.
Kind of you to say, I have to give credit where it's due or where it's appropriate. Christ has helped me, His timing was on. Glad you got some value out of my stuff on here. Wish you the best in your journey as well. 🤝
I've been lookin into this, but the recommendations part, what am i supposed to do? I have literally one person who could do a recommendation that's it, so how are people like me supposed to put in a packet when there simply isn't enough people we know to write letters?
You have to go find them. It's part of the drill if you want to do this. I've got other videos on how I'd approach reaching out to folks who could write them.
@merrittorius But if you find someone, how are they going to know you well enough to actually write a recommendation? Why would they use their reputation to recommend what is essentially a stranger?
@@colefredericks2869 interview/meeting/phone call
@merrittorius I suppose that makes sense, I just feel like it'd be hard to determine what someone is all about from some interviews and phones calls is all. But I honestly did not think anyone would respond to this, I thank you very much for doing so. I need to do some more digging, again, thank you for the insight.
Good stuff guys! Looking forward to more videos!
Hello sir, This is well after youve made this video but i board on the 13th of june. In indiana. I was told to report in OCPs which seems a little strange to me because i thought boards were formal affairs. Any tips, tricks, and recommendations outside of what you had in the video?
I talk about tips and mindset pretty extensively in another video I put out on here. I wore a suit as a civilian and get what you're saying, it's OCPs though.
What is the age limit for prior service members that want to go for National Guard warrant officer helicopter pilot program? I'm 40, could I get a waiver?
That pushing it, but if they want you they'll try. I'm on the high end of the flight school range. At 38 I'm definitely an outlier in my class.
Sir, im with Indiana Guard and have aviation board interview in the next 2 weeks. Thanks for the heads up. ✌🏽
Love to hear it. Over prepare killer! Then you'll be a smooth operator in the room. 🤝 Glad you said what's up. Keep in touch.
Naw, I went through WOC(D), completed Flight School, got my bar, applied myself to retire as a CW5.
Thanks for checking in sir. Hope retirement is treating you well!
I flew with Marine CH-46 pilots as a contractor in Afghanistan. The State Department procured about 10 CH-46's and we needed pilots, keep in mind that these are former Marine aviators. Those guys were the absolute worst, whinny, back stabbing, complaining, morons for the most part. I haven't seen so much drama outside of the TV show, Housewives. Me and all the other former Army pilots hated dealing with those clowns. Now all of the crew dogs were outstanding, but the pilots made Biden look like a genius.
🤣 I got several emails to come and support those contracts. Sounds like I made a good decision in choosing another path. It's like anywhere Dan, good and bad everywhere. I was fortunate that I had some of the absolute best around me.
My packet is at the board this week for Warrant Aviator. Wrapping up college along with having already earned my civilian fixed wing commercial multi engine and single engine licenses! Will be hearing within the next couple of weeks if I've been selected. It's been a LONG process but feels great to have gotten this far. Hopefully I will be able to get down to Alabama and begin my own military career!
I'd be surprised if you didn't get positive news with what you wrote here. How'd it go!?
Hey, so I just graduated college with an aviation degree (pro pilot). I have commercial multi license and am a cfi. At first my plan was airlines but always had a passion for military aviation. I paid for all of my training from student loans so I know this isn’t the typical route to military, but essentially I want to only fly in the military, I don’t really want to get stuck doing something else because I already went through all this training when I could’ve just went to the airlines. Do you think this is a good idea? I know the marines have a pilot contract you can get before ocs.
I have spoken to multiple airline pilots who are now army aviators in the Guard. They wanted something more. Sounds like since you're asking this question you do too. Hope that helps!
I would sign 15 I really want to do this is my dream
I love you bro u don’t understand u making my life easier
Love you too dude. Go get it
I am having trouble deciding warrant or commission officer? Some many pros and cons. I have a wife and kids that support me so it is up to me to decide what path to take.
It's more about your personality type. The vast majority of folks who have families in my "flight" are warrants. If that helps...
Thank men the interview is for prior service
Looking for advice. Prior service marine corps going to basic in July. I am 35 very soon 36. Then AIT for 25s. I am very interested in being a pilot. I am just worried about making a bad career move at my age. I also have a lot of college and could qualify for green to gold.
I know what drives me and what I like. The 10 years for pilots doesnt scare me and now that I'm actually flying I can say without any doubt this was the right choice for me.
@@merrittorius the 10 years seems like a highlight. I want to make 20 years. The 10 plus two for training and my enlistment time will get me two years away from full retirement but is a guaranteed reserve retirement with my 6 years in the reserves.
Thanks for the video. i’m not a pilot. Just on a journey and need to keep moving. I won’t stop. : )
Your videos have been a great help to me over the past year and a half. Last week I found out that I was selected by my state's guard unit to become an Army Aviator! It has been very encouraging to me to follow your story and see your passion and motivation as you have gone through the process. It was a long road for me to get selected and I know I have an exciting and challenging road ahead!
Yes dude! I'm happy for you. Beautiful news and exciting times. Soak it in. Congratulations
Sir, great video. Love your enthusiasm. I gotta ask, is it possible for someone in their 40's to be picked up for WOFT? Have you seen an older guy make it? Im PS with 10 years. Ive been all over the warrant recruiting website and I understand the required waivers and other packet requirements. Dealing with enlisted recruiters is difficult and most of them dont want to deal with warrant officer packets. Or they simply dont know. Im at Fort Bragg (now Liberty). I really want to do this, but realize it may be too little too late. Is this a hopeless endeavor for me? Appreciate your thoughts and advice please. Thank you.
You HAVE to make them tell you no. I'd look at the Guard/Reserves and get in touch with a "warrant officer strength and retention" POC. All 50 states should have one.
Will do. That's a good place to start. My mentality is when someone tells me NO, I say YES. And when someone says impossible, I say possible. Thanks for the advice. 🤘
Thank You! 💯💯
I'm a retired CW3, and I applied for Warrant Officer flight starting in my 7th year (25 years old) from 1990 - 1994 when I was an enlisted soldier. It's the only thing I ever wanted to do. I had a stellar career up to the point when I started applying for flight school. When I first applied in 1990 I had a 130 GT score, multiple 300 PT test scores, Excellent NCOER'S, Pass my flight physical with flying colors, the flight test scores were different back then, but I scored a 123 (which I was always told was a very good score), I was interviewed by senior aviation warrant officers for my recommendation letter, and I felt very confident that I would be selected. But unfortunately for 4 consecutive years, I was fully qualified "not selected", a total of 4 times. For the life of me I could not understand why I was passed over and never selected?? Still to this day some 30+ years later, I still don't know. I remember being hurt and so disappointed every time the board results came out and I was passed over. I ended up applying for warrant officer in my military intelligence field and got selected my first board. I remember being at Ft Rucker going through training and talking to some of the individuals who were going to flight school after the warrant basic course and I just couldn't believe some of the people that were selected to go to flight school. That made my multiple times applying even worse mentally, but at the end of the day I still became a Warrant and did very well for the Army and my country, but it still stings every time I see a UH-60 flying overhead, and I often say, that should have been me.
Btw congrats on getting selected as an “old man.” Where are you in the training pipeline at the moment? I was Marine Corps ROTC and “guaranteed” aviation until I turned 28 then all of a sudden I was “too old.” One foot in the grave at 28 lol… If I had made Naval Aviator my callsign would have surely been “Gramps.” I would have gladly taken it. Given their retention rates across the board, they will probably up the age limit again within the next few years. Air Force studies have shown that older guys are more competent pilots anyway.
Appreciate your perspective and insight into additional avenues. Hate that you aged out of the Marine opportunity. Ya, I'm ancient at 38 😏 I'm loving the Army. Hope you find what you want dude.
May not be military but it’s still in service to this country. Check out FBI (mostly helos), DEA (only require a PPL) and the CIA (lots of cool, spooky shit). Currently have an open application for pilot to the CIA but typically takes 1-2 years to hear back if they want you.
What’s up guys, Alex here. Current civilian commercial pilot working on my CFI eventual ATP. Grandaddy was a fighter pilot, flew F-86 in Korea, F-4 Phantom over Vietnam, B-52 and KC-10 instructor, uncle was a C-130 navigator for Desert Storm then went to Pentagon after making Colonel. I was all set up for Naval Aviation in 2021 (aced the OAR, ASTB, all LORs from military pilots) Covid screwed me and put me over the age limit. Considering Army aviation if I can get fixed wing (Have lots of rotorcraft experience but not a helicopter guy), during my trials I found the NOAA (Hurricane Hunters), all fixed wing. They fly Twin Otters, King Airs, have a Gulfstream G-IV and two P-3s, switching to C-130s soon. It’s the smallest of the uniformed services so hard to get selected but NO AGE LIMIT!! Already have a degree but just finished another year of additional college for environmental science as they require no less than 48 STEM credits. Going to put in an application after I earn around 1,000 hours to make myself competitive as they have a good amount of prior service aviators to compete with. If any of you have a degree, 48 STEM creds and don’t mind flying into hurricanes, may want to check them out.
I found your videos and started my stuff about a month or so behind you back when you kicked off too. Just got back from camping, common core starts hopefully in a few weeks. You offered a great method to follow. Hopefully I see you down here soon! Stay safe.
I hope you're well fed and rested brotha! Welcome back. I will see you on the flight line for sure. Enjoy your time for now and be excited. It's a fun challenge.
Just submit my packet to the recruiter. It should hit the May board. Fingers crossed. As a mechanic, I've menteed under a lot of great WOs.
It's an exciting time. Expect good things. 👍
Happy Bday Ordie
LOVE THIS. IYAOYAS 💣 🔥 🤙 🤝
Good luck on your journey man! Made it to my unit September of last year. It’s a helluva trip. Whenever you hit low points in CC or AQC or even when you get to your unit and start progression and realize you still don’t know shit, remember why you put your packet in and trust yourself.
Wilco. Congrats on everything. Appreciate you stopping by and passing the word.
I take my SIFT in a week, any tips for getting a good score? Or any tips on getting the actual packet together? Some of those forms seem like a real pain in the butt. Great vid, you're inspirational man
Thank you. I've got some other vids on the SIFT that I recorded right after I took mine.
I got a 69, time build that packet 😤@@merrittorius
Which bird are you shooting for?
Probably the Blackhawk.
@@merrittorius awesome! Did you have any disability from the military when you went back in? They are telling me that I might not be able to go back in because of my rating.
@@Facelessstuff I did. It wasn't a big issue from what I remember
@@merrittorius copy, I got 90% and one was mental health so that’s what they are saying. Do you mind saying what your percentage was? Or what it was for?
@Facelessstuff physical stuff. 20 percent. Probably a little different. The whole mental health stigma is crazy. I don't know what all of it entails. Apparently everyone in aviation has zero mental health issues 😉 (we all have issues) Get a good recruiter, do a TON of research about anything they might question. There's a waiver for just about everything.
Great channel I'm happy i discovered it
Thank you 🤝
I took my asvab today I got a 99 with a 139 gt, it doesn’t feel real yet. If I match this on the sift I should be selected.
Starting WOCS in a few months, I hope I get to see you there and thank you, your videos helped me out a ton. I'm so excited to be doing all this it doesn't even feel real!
Keep it up!
Love you brother.
@@merrittorius, love you too. Proud of you!