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Enlisted To Commissioned F-18 Pilot

October 27, 2008 By admin

There are a lot of different jobs in the US military, but one of the most exciting is the job of Air Force pilot. Many pilots in the US Air Force start out as enlisted personnel, and then work to earn a commission, and become F-18 pilots and commissioned officers. It is a job that is vital to the mission and the response of the United States overall military. If you are a person that already has a bachelor?s degree, or are in school and you are interested in serving in the Air Force as a pilot, then this may be a good job for you.

The Pilot Air Force Training Field includes all rated Pilot Officers to direct or conduct flying operations. For entry into the Pilot flight training area, you will attend Air Force Specialized Undergraduate Pilot Training. Air Force Officers are highly trained, and it starts with the individual. One of the premier jobs in the United States Air Force is the job of F-18 fighter pilot. The Air Force could not be the world leader in air and space without the dedication and skills that are found in its pilots and flight specialists. It is a commissioned officer role, so it requires an enlisted Servicemember earn a college degree and a commissioned in order to serve in this position. If you wish to become an Air Force SC 11F1, which is a entry level/Student pilot, then you need to be able to accomplish some minimum qualifications. As a pilot you are responsible for flying aircraft and commanding crews to accomplish a variety of missions.
No matter which type of career in the Air Force F18 program, either pilot or navigator either one requires that you earn a commission. The Air Force will train you initially in basic of air navigation, theory of flight, flying directives, aircraft aircrew operating procedures and various mission tactics. Each different type of pilot training specializes in different skills sets and different aircraft skills. To enter the Pilot field you should have an undergraduate degree that specializes in mathematics, physical sciences and other science related subjects. You will also study meteorology and other related subjects. , including combat support, combat, training, and search and rescue missions.

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There are several routes to take, one is the ROTC reserve officer-training program, or you can attend the Air Force Service Academy, or you are able to attend the OCS Officer Candidate training. Air Force Pilots fly the most advanced aircraft in the world, and they do so with skill and style.

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