Is there a certain degree that will help or hurt chances of becoming a pilot in the army after ROTC? Whether it's a science degree or an art degree? Or does it even matter just as long as I have a bachelor's?
2007-06-16 12:41:19 · 6 answers · asked by Ronnie M 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Engineering, aeronautical is probably the best!
There are only so many slots available. A BS isn't necessary. It would be helpful if you were a pilot, and you have time to get your license. Becoming a helicopter pilot on the outside is very expensive!
2007-06-16 12:47:36 · answer #1 · answered by cantcu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi. I'm a former Helicopter Pilot from the Vietnam era. I took the stat test during basic training as an enlisted person and passed and requested warrant officer's candidate school to learn to fly. The Army was gearing up for the Vietnam war than and You didn't need a collage degree those days, just the desire to learn to fly. I flew model planes as a kid and knew the basics of flight control and "P" factors and what made a airplane fly. You might want to start reading up on that stuff before you start flight school. You'll be that much more ahead in the class. Don't let the instructors know that you have this knowlege. They won't pick on you. Helicopters. well, that was a nother thing of interest. In flight school, it's books and more books. You learn to fly the army way or hit the highway. Know what I mean. Primary is hell. You learn to live the army way at Ft. Rucker, Alabama. Harassment, yes, but it's okay, you'll be commissioned a 2NT. Lt. and lt won't be that bad. Now, as the war is going, you will no doughty upon graduation be sent overseas for duty but guess what ! The kind of first hand experience you will gain as as ARMY AVIATOR and the pride you will experience when they pin your AVIATOR wings on your chest. You will meet other pilots and form a brother in arms that will last a life time. My career as a Helicopter Pilot lasted 35 years as a fire and rescue pilot for the Fire service. I salute you, sir and you will fair well in your Military career.
2007-06-16 13:35:51 · answer #2 · answered by Thunder 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
It doesn't matter in the least. Get a copy of the AFAST study guide. Thats the test you have to pass to be considered. But as far as degrees go, study something that would suit you after the military. A college degree is a requirement to be an Army Officer, not a pilot. Many Army Warrant Officer pilots dont even have degees.
2007-06-16 15:45:57 · answer #3 · answered by armyflyer84 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ROTC..
Your best chance in becoming a pilot is getting a high GPA in whatever you do. You MIGHT then get a chance to pick what you want.
From what I've heard is they spin the wheel of MOSs to figure out where you go.
2007-06-17 02:48:41 · answer #4 · answered by Endex 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
What the different poster mentioned is incorrect. you may grow to be a pilot out of highschool with the army's "intense college to flight college" application. they do no longer look at your instructions so it is not appropriate. you're able to easily be doing greater paintings. it is not appropriate in case you have been utilising simulators or whether you have already got a pilots license. they do no longer care. notwithstanding you're able to desire to understand they are going to coach you. consult with a recruiter related to this technique.
2016-09-27 22:37:44 · answer #5 · answered by torrez 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont need a specific bachelors degree. Just have to have the paper
2007-06-16 12:44:24 · answer #6 · answered by James C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋