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What's the best route to take to become a fixed-wing pilot in the military?
I graduate high-school in spring 2017 and I want to fly fixed-wing jets for the military. I've yet to decide on a branch, but from what I've read I have the best chance of flying in the Navy. I know you have to be an officer to be able to be a pilot though, which requires a bachelors degree. I have no idea how I want to go about this. I could go to college once I graduate HS and get my degree, then go into the military and become and officer. My problem with that is I have no idea what I want to get a degree in. That, and I would be in massive student loan debt for years afterwards. Or, from the information I've gathered, I could enlist once I graduate HS and do college while I'm in the military, since they pay for college. I don't know how long that would take to get my degree, but once it happens I could become an officer and start pilot training. These two plans I've come up with have been based purely on research I've done online and I'm not sure how accurate it is. I don't even know if I can do college while in the military or how long it'd take. Any information, advice, or even corrections or anything would be greatly appreciated. I'm really stressing about this.
Re: What's the best route to take to become a fixed-wing...
I recommend joining the Air Force if you want to become a pilot however, people don't just become pilots after having a Bachelors. You have to meet the requirements, pass the exams and be medically cleared and in shape, this applies to all branches. On the other hand its a challenge that only you can decide. I recommend talking to the nearest recruiter.
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The Navy, Army and Marines have recruits drop out at roughly the same rate, between 11 and 14 percent. If you are a swimmer and runner then you are in better shape than 90% of the other recruits. Boot camp is also a mental challenge. The goal is to train you to have discipline, teamwork, and strong success driven attitude. If you are really worried, talk to a Marine recruiter. They have pre-bootcamp workout sessions that will give you a taste of what to expect.
If you are in uniform you have to salute a superior officer but saluting indoors is strictly forbidden unless you are formally reporting to said officer so yes you will need to salute their rank
yes you can. Talk to a Navy recruiter but make sure they are OFFICER Recruiting NOT ENLISTED recruiting.
With your education you may qualify for Nuclear Power school and submarines but also would be given your choice. Remember, you NEVER experimented with drugs. Ever. Good Luck.
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