Wanting to become a marines pilot, know anything about?

Question

I am 16 and signing up a the end of this year when I am 17. If anybody knows a lot about the whole process to becoming a pilot for the US Marines, please tell me as much as you can here, or tell me your email if you don't mind me sending you a few.

Thanks.

Answer 1

One way to do it, if your grades are good enough, is to go Army Aviation, Active, Guard or Reserve is OK, in the Warrant Officer Flight Program, get your Army wings, get your degree and apply for a transfer/commission in the Marines.

Answer 2

In order to be a Marine Aviator, you must be commissioned as an officer. During your college career you would attend Platoon Leadership Course (PLC) during summers. If you qualify you would receive a guaranteed aviation contract.

It is slightly harder to receive a aviation billet through NROTC. (Navy Reserve officer training course) NROTC are a series of navy/marine courses during the acadmic year that result in a commsioning upon graduation. NROTC/PLC can be combained with the Marine Reserves for truely modivated individuals.

As mentioned previously the only enlisted pilot position available is through the United States Army. You would enlist in the USA/USAR/USNG. Then assuming you qualify you would attend Warrant Officer Course to become an Army aviator. You would be trained to fly one of the helicopters the Army currently operates.

Answer 3

In order to be a pilot you need to be an officer.
go to college, get a degree first.

Answer 4

here is a site that may help you with finding out what is needed
http://helicopterpilotcareers.com/