Air Force Special Reconnaissance- What You Need To Know

[@chivalrylives100]

"If your'e not ready to fail and pick yourself up again, think of another career choice. It's the art of dealing with failure, and responding to it, and getting after it." Damn right I wrote that down. That hit home.

[@ofp8879]

I found this channel at the perfect time, and this episode was everything. Being 31 and prior service I'm ready to take the next step and make this a reality. Now I'm going train.

[@OnesReady]

Get after it! 🍑

[@alanyoshida45]

Do it

[@RichardMunoz1]

Get it brother! 🤘🏽

[@MOJOverseManny]

@@OnesReady I'm 31 no active military experience do y'all think 31 is to old for special warfare with zero experience?

[@romelohdz]

@@MOJOverseManny it’s the right age bro

[@nighthawkindarkness]

I was actually in the first CCT class in 1965 at Stewart AFB, TN. I was attached to the 1st Aerial Port Squadron at Lockbourne AFB at Columbus, Ohio. What we did back then is as different as night from day compared to what y’all do now. Much respect.

[@Shudikan90]

Even if there was 0 change to the mission and the job itself, the name change alone does alot for recruitment.

[@OnesReady]

You're not wrong.🍑

[@philibertorodrigo7118]

Which is super sad haha. It’s just like when aerial gunner and flight engineer merged into Special mission aviator. People just want to be labeled “special”.

[@Shudikan90]

@Johnny Mad Dog What do they do on their missions?

[@shanemccarthy439]

Johnny Mad Dog Imagine talking shit and not even being an operator

[@Shudikan90]

@@shanemccarthy439 He still hasn't even answered my question, huh...weird...

[@Ericd489]

Awesome information! As a current usaf air traffic controller, nearing that "feared" dirty thirty number, this instilled a lot more confidence into trying to take the leap. Thank you guys for what you do and the information you bring to us!

[@OnesReady]

30 is still young. We have plenty of mid-30 year olds go through and crush the pipeline.🍑

[@MrRockuNow]

Ericd489 is there any way i can message you on a different platform to ask you about 1C1 questions?

[@MrRockuNow]

Ericd489 okay I dont have an ig haha. Do you have discord?

[@Ericd489]

@@MrRockuNow yeah, what's your username?

[@MrRockuNow]

Ericd489 Deys#5072

[@alanyoshida45]

Sounds like SR refit makes sense and is attracting talent

[@OnesReady]

SR is so hot right now! 🍑

[@alanyoshida45]

@@OnesReady I like it I can see it being something I would be attracted to. My favorite mission is PR because it is a massive mess to untangle but RECCE is my second love

[@titi754]

Alan Yoshida was the

[@titi754]

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[@jinx3278]

This was really helpful, I joined up with the Airforce about a year out of highschool and honestly I was a pretty shit AGE mechanic, young and dumb. Now I'm older and a lot more experienced, wanting to get back in with a more "in the field" Airforce career choice and Special Reconnaissance sounds like exactly what I need, when I get back in there I'm gonna give it my all and then some.

[@OnesReady]

Maturity and life experiences help out a lot.

[@stinkster_4628]

Im AGE right now and am wanting to do SR as well. But im not even a year in the Air Force yet

[@Justin_GFM]

I saw Trent in the video, “US Air Force Special Warfare Training: Exceeding Every Standard”, just realized he was in there lol. It’s great to see the Air Force “marketing” its special operations units

[@nightdaychannel828]

Probably the best explanation by GL as to why the the AF needs SR to protect its own assets in the field in an austere/denied area. His mention about Army LRS/LRRP was classic airfield seizure!

[@alz.7716]

This is my new favorite SOF podcast.

[@Skillmatic323]

Ain’t lying, been on this channels for the past 2 weeks and I’m fuckin motivated. 26 years old, I feel kinda late but I rather try than live with regret.

[@kellymoulton3792]

Awesome to hear how you guys are integrating things into a massive force multiplying enhancement incorporating good old mud slug recon & reaching beyond tradition to pull cutting edge technologies into the intel gathering & Mission Success Insurance Profile!

[@nightdaychannel828]

Here's my LRS/scout origins: my FIRST airfield seizure at Bragg, we land, assemble and make movement to the tree-line. Once there, we conduct a 5 mike SLLS (Stop, Look, Listen, and Smell). About 3 MINUTES later, and under NVGs, a BUSH right next to me gets up and moves carefully forward 50 meters. I freeze and don't realize if they are OPFOR or not. I don't say a thing! 30 seconds later, the bush COMES BACK and starts talking to ANOTHER bush! "Hey, are you coming?!?" And then that second bush got up and followed movement! My buddy close-by saw them and all I told him was "I want to be one of THOSE guys!".

[@brandonthegreatdane3388]

Have always wanted to do something better than where I'm at. Right timing. This is my calling. I'm an old fart myself I guess but I have the heart to finish. Thanks for the motivation guys. Cheers

[@tyjax5119]

This video should’ve included a Dodge Charger and a box of crayons to attract Army and Marine listeners to your podcast! Other than that: 10/10. I’m a new subscriber and this channel is pure ecstasy! Keep grinding, battles!

[@burtb3477]

thank you finally!!! some Special Reconnaissance info

[@OnesReady]

Haha, you're welcome!🍑

[@pkl714]

When I was at 10th Mountain, they were trying to stand up Reconnaissance assets at the Battalion level at least with the Battalion that I supported. It was a lot of hearsay and to my knowledge it never came to be. Left there a year ago so it could be back now but doubt it.

[@ralphmcdonough9509]

👍 Great Site. Glad AFSR is back in the Bush. Its an Essential Asset for Success......as much now as in 70 / 71. 🙌 🐯👍

[@OnesReady]

Well said!

[@ericbarros4984]

Here because of Mike Ritland, the Mike Drop podcast , and the homie Trent 👌🏽

[@josephstaelens6987]

This is amazing! Great podcast, I know I'm late to the comments here but, I have always had a love for military tactics and this is 100% what I envision when I think of recon and Intel. It should be more than a single scope job. You'd already be in the area so you might as well go the extra mile to provide more information for superiority. Thank you for this guy.

[@JV389]

Thank you, In a way I relate to Mr. Lewis. This is all I needed to hear and see. Too bad I found this vid one year later

[@trevordane4605]

Been waiting for information like this. Thanks, guys!

[@OnesReady]

You bet!🍑

[@davywavy1918]

I want to get into the air force for mechanical engineering but I’m overweight and have a history of asthma but seeing this inspired me to push my self because life is short so I need to do whatever it takes to reach my goal

[@OnesReady]

Let's GO!!!!

[@jumiduss]

Get at it dude. I have exercise induced asthma and started jui jitsu and endurance mountain bike riding, doing it more makes it a lot better. Shedding the weight and getting more active will change your life. Best of luck

[@davywavy1918]

jumiduss thanks for the advice. Same i struggle when running since I get asthma and also during cold weather but when I use my inhaler it makes it easier to breathe and push myself to my actual limit

[@jumiduss]

@@davywavy1918 incremental progress and support will get you there. Feel free to DM me your progress when you start. I'd like to hear how you progress.

[@стрелок-ч7р]

I have mild asthma used to need an inhaler just to run 3 minutes now I can run a 7 minute mile without any meds. Keep at it you'll get there too eventually.

[@EO-jr7li]

Msg looks like Thanos and Patrick Warburton had a baby.

[@keb990]

I have a similar circumstance. I’m currently ATC in the Air Force active duty. I’ve been in 5 years and am 27 years old. I will separate this year or next depending on a few things. I’ve always been fascinated by the lifestyle of special operations, so I have been looking into cross training into one of those jobs in the reserves. I have a family and 2 kids so working for the FAA is very appealing. In order to be eligible though, I have to be age 30 or younger. Just worried I won’t be able to separate AND complete the pipeline in time before 30. I will say though I am impressed to see this man deciding to follow his heart instead of following the money. I’ll be separating soon and would like to join CCT/SR in the reserves if able, but feels like a long shot. Thanks for the vid.

[@jayp4772]

It was mentioned or eluded to that the Air Force now has a "sniper qual'd " operator, so does that just mean every SR will have training emphasizing on long range weapons or will that be an actual selection process in itself. I would think not every operator going through the SR pipeline would be capable of a SOCOM sniper standard or what's perceived to be the standard amongst the sister services, curious how that will be implemented.

[@burtb3477]

from what I've been reading it seems like that will be a major specialty of SR so I'm assuming ever SR will be sniper qualified

[@OnesReady]

They'll all receive sniper training, but the advanced levels of sniper qualifications will be left to the folks that excel at it. FYI, SR aren't they only sniper qualified dudes in SW. CCT and PJ can also go to it as well, but it's less common.🍑

[@jayp4772]

@@OnesReady Ok, that makes sense, I see. Is it possible to say the title of the course? Really I was wondering if this is an Army course or something internal to the Air Force. At any rate, thank you for the time.

[@OnesReady]

@@jayp4772 The USAF doesn't have an organic sniper school, so we rely on sister service, international courses, and civilian contracted training courses.

[@jayp4772]

@@OnesReady Roger, even international and civilian contracted courses, that is very interesting. Thank you for the reply

[@UCBoxer]

I love this channel. I’ve been waiting for this one especially.

[@OnesReady]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@redzen5149]

SR is Force Recon with funding.

[@Joyner.D]

Based off your comment you know nothing about either job to make that assumption😂

[@redzen5149]

@@Joyner.D explain.

[@Joyner.D]

red zen force recon has plenty of funding, with jobs that include more amphibious based DA and reconnaissance. Which I’m sure SR doesn’t do, and to add that the people of AFSR attended the marine basic reconnaissance course, to gather helpful information so they can implement in their course. If anything recon itself is a better comparison to SR, rather than force recon.

[@redzen5149]

@@Joyner.D ok I gotcha.

[@shanemccarthy439]

Donovan Joyner He isn’t wrong about having more funding though

[@samcwyss01]

Wow I am a 13F right now and really considering this specific job!

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

So how does the SR mission set differ from something like Ranger RRC or ISA?

[@johnnybgood6374]

RRC and ISA are SMU under JSOC.

[@stigandr-4053]

Best one yet

[@OnesReady]

Thanks!🍑

[@karenrhoads1598]

sometimes I really wish the age limit was more flexible...here I am with the maturity, emotional balance,level headedness, but now aged out...

[@Justin_GFM]

I wonder if there’s some Recon Marines looking to go to SR, seems like it fits right in their alley

[@derianschmidt7252]

There wouldn't be really any incentive to switch branches just to do the same type of job.

[@flubdreload2818]

derian schmidt Doesn’t SOCOM get a bigger budget opposed to the conventional Marine Corps command? Aren’t promotions quicker in special operations, too?

[@стрелок-ч7р]

@Greedo what's the difference?

[@burbsl1672]

@@derianschmidt7252 Tell that to an active marine

[@loverboy4894]

Awesome information! Thanks for everything you guys do operationally and thanks for the great stuff you guys put on your website and KZbin. You guys are awesome. 🤙🏼

[@holyshizzleitsconnor]

Kinda in the same boat as MSgt there. Almost 6 years in the Army right now, attending Florida Institute of Technology for Aviation Management, and talking to the AF recruiters about getting that exception of policy letter to switch to Pararescue.

[@isaiahbishop8999]

this answered so much for me!

[@sloansizzle4023]

Thank you for the upload.

[@OnesReady]

You bet!

[@стрелок-ч7р]

Still have no clue wtf SR actually does. Everything is so "hush hush" I have no idea. Am I gonna be driving somewhere to check the weather? Parachuting in to spy on people??? I still am so lost

[@redzen5149]

Thank you!!!!!!! This is their second video regarding SR, yet they still don’t hit anything, that possible recruits are looking for. Yes we understand it’s a new unit, but what is the mission? Why should one join SR instead of SEALs, or MARSOC?

[@raiders0223]

@@redzen5149 same bro i just watched the whole damn video and im still fucking lost i might be even more lost than what i was when i clicked on this videos

[@OnesReady]

Guys, we don’t know how to be any clearer. Head over to our IG and ask specific questions that you might have, but we gave you literally as much as is out there, from the people that literally wrote the book on SR. We’d love to help get you there.

[@DeathsAngel323]

Damn you people are dense. The man literally goes into what they do on training missions and what the commanders objectives are with the SR role. He can’t possibly be any more clear in what this role actually does.

[@burbsl1672]

@@redzen5149 Lol you don't join those units. You get selected for those units after months of pain.

[@gruntusmc8922]

Been an "older" guy,(30+), and "prior service" in a unit of young Servicemembers may seem to the younger ones as a handicap, they probably would call you "Grandpa" but YOU have the most important elements on your side and on the side of your unit, Experience, Military Bearing, Good Judgement, Resilience, Patience, Leadership, know-how and wisdom among other qualities. This will result in the younger guys looking up to you when things becomes hard and they can't seem to see the solution or they may want additional options,(like thinking out of the box). With time you make the transition to "loved Grandpa", "the wise old man", the kids will always want your opinion on their mission plans. The most important thing is to stay healthy and avoid injuries because been older than the others you need to be more cautious but is very important to mention that the peak in the life of a MAN is from 38-45 yrs and if YOU stay in good shape you'll give the young guys "a run for their money" and they'll RESPECT you after that, YOU don't need friends because WE are all family, it doesn't matter in what branch of the Armed Forces WE are. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE BROTHER!. SEMPER FI!.

[@Snoopyflyingace80]

Hooyah MSgt! -ERAU '18

[@Papi1960R]

As a old vet of both Echo Company 51st Infantry (LRRP) and the Ranger Regimental Reconnaissance Detachment (now the Ranger Regimental Reconnaissance Company one of the 4 US Tier 1 units) I cannot agree with you more about the US Army's horrible decision to go without organic Reconnaissance at all levels. It's very telling that 2 of the 4 Tier 1 units (RMMC and ISA) have a primary mission of Reconnaissance. I became a flying Warrant Officer (RV-1D Mohawks) and flew 8 years until the Mohawk program was downgraded. In the late 80s and 90s I was a electronics nerd, even putting the first Sony digital video camera that came out in 86 in one of my RC model aircraft and flying it over the maneuver box at CMTC Hoenfels 3 hours before 3/8 Cavalry entered their final Reconnaissance in Force exercise of their ARTEP. The Squadron CO told me to FO, so I took my video and a map to the FSO, who adjusted all of his preliminary TRPs. In the first 20 minutes of the exercise 85% of the OPFOR was eliminated. The was years before we started testing UAVs. I ended up in the S-2 at 7th SFG. But I was still a Nerd and still 90% dependent on the fundamentals I learned in a Scout platoon. Over 2 years I kept suggesting really odd and dorky ways of getting things done. I was the groups head Nerd. After 2 years of being known as the Strange guy in S-2, I was recruited by the Intelligence Support Activity, the premier Reconnaissance element of the United States. You can't volunteer for ISA, they find you. It sounds to me like the Intelligence Support Activity will be knocking on a few USAF Special Reconnaissance operators doors late at night in the future.

[@obsidianthurisaz5106]

It's because SR is cool

[@nightdaychannel828]

Like GL said, the Army has dumped LRS at the division and corps level! Only cav 'scouts' and battalion 'scouts' (PLT). For a few years (mid 2000s) the Army made Battlefield Surveillance Brigade (BfSB). They were tasked to provide SR to an Army Corps (like the 525th BfSB serviced the18th ABN Corps [82D; 101st; 10th Mountain]). They were a great creation, with a few mounted cav 'scouts' (not SR qualified) and 1 dismounted LRS troop (Special Ops qualified). Free-Fall, dive, fast-rope...all special operations (not special forces) capabilities for a 'conventional' Army unit. Of course, it didn't last! ! Not even 10 years later they were turned into expeditionary Intel Brigades WITHOUT ground troops. I will never understand WHY?!?

[@sammystruecrime]

wow this was atually sick

[@OnesReady]

Thanks!🍑

[@MsCathy42]

I have jumped from a plane 30 years ago.

[@jgrob64906]

, me over 40 years... :)

[@Mingo_Mamo]

Any recommendations besides talking to a recruiter for active duty in another branch. Currently a Navy Corpsman that's awaiting orders to the Reconnaissance pipeline. AFSR looks quite intriguing.

[@smartwerker]

I was at Keesler in '92

[@timgoodson4418]

Can yall do a video on 13F (Forward Observers) going TACP? How is it looked at to have that fires experience?

[@kndvds1492]

I was a TACP ROMAD, and got out at the end Desert Storm. Then went to ERAU, and worked there in the Commercial Airline Pilot Training Program.

[@ammel_z]

Great episode, gents 🤙👣

[@Ingenuity_One]

If I’m currently E5 in the Airguard with 1.5 years left in contract, should I let this contract expire or “cross train.” Also, do you think the condensed 2 week prep course prior service attend is adequate? Is there a way prior service can attend the 8 week full prep? Thanks for your time.

[@COOLBLUERED]

I’m 30 years old and looking to get in am I too old to do this?

[@MS-bo7iw]

Can officers go through the SR pipeline?

[@OnesReady]

As of right now SR does not have an officer path. The only three officer paths in AFSW are Special Tactics Officer (STO), Combat Rescue Officer (CRO), and Tactical Air Control Party Officer (TACPO).

[@GagnonTV]

How do we get in contact with a special operations recruiter

[@OnesReady]

airforce.com>Connect>Find Recruiter>Zip code>Education level>Interested in Special Operations and this will give you your regionally based SOR.

[@1.1797]

He was in NC. I was at Seymour, so I'm guessing he was either at bragg or pope? Think cct is out of pope, but idk. I was a mechanic at Seymour. Nc is a beautiful state, one day I'll get back. This time as a filthy civilian. Lol

[@wordherb1128]

Getting rid of the LRS units was definitely a bad idea

[@harrybalzonya1173]

Awesome video 👍!

[@shorty_fry2221]

Can you do a video on SERE?

[@OnesReady]

We absolutely can and are planning on it! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@ldh2848]

Y'all hiring recon marines?

[@OnesReady]

100%. We can get you to the right person too.

[@tylerk2533]

Man you guys got the sauce and the drip good looking out fellas

[@OnesReady]

Couldn't like this twice so I left a comment agreeing that, once again, my drip takes a back seat to nothing and no one.

[@Flowmada]

I re-upped in the Navy and won't get out til I'm 36. Just curious, what's the time in service limitation? Age seems to be 39 years old based on Air Force standards. I joined later in life at 25. Curious as to how many of those upper 30s make it through A&S though.

[@zachbunch8701]

For the army I believe it was 36 without a waiver. Could be different though.

[@Flowmada]

@@zachbunch8701 Appreciate it man. I have heard 36 requires a waiver for jump school. Heard different things about dive school. The 39 is based on Air Force recruiting website itself. But, I am curious about whether there's a time in service limitation for prior service past 10 years. Usually National Guard doesn't care knowing most are prior service. And while I'm originally from KY and the 123rd STS is one of the coolest units in the entire Guard to apply for - I'd like to remain active and not be limited to living in KY again.

[@Flowmada]

@Man In The Arena Thanks for the reply and recommendation. SF embedding with the enemy, training the enemy of their enemy to fight, and specializing in multiple disciplines has always been something I've admired and believed to be the optimal way to fight on small scale battlefields and prepare for the possibility of larger scale war. As a prior Corpsman, I know the 18D medic sets the standard alongside Pararescue. That said, I'm looking for a position with a more focused mission and AFSOC is good at that from my understanding - I think it's just part of the USAFs culture to be efficient. I could be wrong though, especially when being utilized by SOCOM vs AF priorities.

[@Shudikan90]

Still no word on any prep for crosstrainees? Similar to the 8 week sw prep for new recruits?

[@OnesReady]

Same word as always; cross trainees do not participate in SW Prep.

[@Ophio117]

@@OnesReady What's the current word on prior service in SW Prep? Seen both yes and no.

[@OnesReady]

@@Ophio117 Crosstrainees do not go to prep at the moment. It is looking like this could change in the near future though.

[@cadetanderson3841]

(7:30) Civil Air Patrol! Let’s go!!!

[@lawrences2541]

What's top secret about recon? Invisible suits? Hacking tech? Satellite views?

[@Heresy-Enabler]

Nacho recipe

[@OnesReady]

It's the Ironman suit. Quite a bit actually, but not just about the recon aspect of it. 🍑

[@Myce]

the krabby patty formula

[@slipperydoorknob2173]

What happened to the former national guard SOWT positions outside of Oregon and Kentucky?

[@utnac10]

This is what I’ve been waiting for!! Trying to find a good ruck right now to start training with. I’ve been looking at the goruck brand as a good training ruck to use. Is there any other brand y’all have been successful with?

[@OnesReady]

If you're trying to go on the cheap, then I would search for an ALICE ruck at an Army-Navy surplus store. If you have the funds to spend, check out Eberlestock and enter the promo code ONESREADY to get a discount.🍑

[@ashtrayman7748]

SR is a joint doctrine task. The rename creates confusion. Kinda like if SEALs rebranded "Direct Action" or Rangers became the 75th "Counter Terrorism" régiment. Unless your unit/MOS is the only one really doing it (like CA/PO) SR as a name is kinda odd.

[@zacarino1827]

How would I prepare my mind for a service like this? Should I go to college? What would I study in college to help prepare for something like SR? Any advice?

[@ryangreen6287]

What was the gear you sponsored called

[@emack7704]

So I’m leaving next Tuesday for Air Force basic. If I’m already slotted for a certain job, can I go to my recruiter and change that? Like if I wanted to go Special operations instead of the job I picked.

[@monkeyglocks]

You don’t have to go. Trust me. I’m an active duty infantryman. I’ve been through the process. Trust your gut. If you’ve decided you wanna go SOF, tell your recruiter and be straight up. Figure it out. Don’t feel pressured to go anywhere you don’t 100% want to go. It’s peace time right now. Do what’s best for you.

[@SunGraal]

Killer episode. Is the Prior Service board still applicable to SpecWar candidates, and if so when will the next board be?

[@OnesReady]

It is still applicable, but with some many things shifting around I'm not sure when the next board will be unfortunately. 🍑

[@SunGraal]

Ones Ready understood, thanks Peachman

[@mid-tnsupply3914]

I'm a 5 year deep Active Army guy, what are the odds of switching to this branch after my Army time is up?

[@OnesReady]

100%? Have you talked to a recruiter?

[@bmo6475]

Do SR units have docs/medical capabilities attached to them? If so, are they selected during the SR pipeline or are the SOST Med techs attached to the team?

[@OnesReady]

Just something to remember- SR isn't it's own mission set; it's a capability added into the ST architecture to achieve effects. So there are no SR units; SR is in all ST units.

[@spec7587]

I’m interested in SR for when I’m done with high school but I don’t know where to start in the Air Force or army

[@anonymouspatriot5146]

If SR is what you want than go for it, starting somewhere else will just slow you down, and priorities change as you age.

[@Evocati-Augusti]

93-2007(AIA)2008(AFISRA) 408th "Any place. Any time. Anywhere" "Freedom Through Vigilance"

[@Evocati-Augusti]

CTCs brought the rain before we hit the ground running in 2003.. "سحر الليزر"

[@Evocati-Augusti]

DELTA ALPHA ROMEO PAPA ALPHA / TANGO OSCAR YANKEE SIERRA

[@allstat1290]

Been speaking to a navy recruiter who can get me in, but really leaning towards SR. I got in trouble when I was 18( 6 years ago now) and was charged with a felony but went to court and they gave me a misdemeanor. Will this be a problem for me. I’m assuming I won’t get any clearances

[@bigfatfish4148]

Angelo depends on the charge

[@DylanStuntMan]

If I were to enlist Air Force how would I get a chance to attempt to be Special recon, I’m 18 and considering all branches I was gonna talk to a army recruiter about an option 40 contract for rasp, but then I discovered Special recon for Air Force formerly known as sowt. SR is right up my alley I love everything about it, and I’m a skinny 18 year old with big ambitions 😂 i won’t give up easily I just need to shape up and push through anything that comes my way. I’m enlisting soon, it’s just that if I fail training for SR I have no clue what I’d do, SR is the only thing that grabs my attention and id do anything for a chance to become one. Good vid by the way😂

[@OnesReady]

Short answer- yes.

[@UnfilteredOverland]

Im interested in this and being a SERE guy. Im 35 I feel like I could push through it. Any advice? Im not currently in the military but looking for a new challenge in life.

[@theindivisible]

Definitely not impossible but the wear and tear from your body and decreased recovery time will take a toll

[@OnesReady]

Check out our other podcasts on this issue specifically- cross training and talks with recruiters are a good start.

[@JakeHunter2010]

So is SR different from SWOT now? Are they not consider technicians anymore? #JakeHunter88.

[@OnesReady]

Of course they are- it's a change in overall capability, and being able to explain that capability to our sister services.

[@Commander_rank60]

I wanna keep my dreads tho :(

[@PourMan]

He looks kinda like Henry Rollins ...

[@THEHM805]

Trying to come over from the marines, called multiple af sw recruiters and they all said SR is full. Any idea when slots are going to open? Same for cct.

[@Reidsince1990]

Should be open now

[@fishking16]

Do you guys have any recommendations for training/workout plans?

[@Internauta10]

There’s PAST 21 days training list in the Air Force website. Look for it in the special warfare section. Download it and go from there

[@стрелок-ч7р]

Run alot #1, swim, do pushups and pullups

[@Madmikey-dt8fx]

Go to 724th STG website. There’s an awesome selection prep workout program along with some performance nutrition stuff and mental strength exercises, as well!

[@clevernamehere7559]

Can anyone help lay this out for someone in high school, just following the pipeline is obvious but what should someone look out for, curveballs etc.

[@Sunny-uh5bc]

Practice stretching before working out (obviously), never swim alone, and be prepared for long hours stuck in a spot whilst being engaged to the enemy.

[@F3PIZZA]

Be absolutely perfect with your finances. Pay bills early. Don’t do anything illegal that could get you into trouble. Practice “digital signature reduction”, aka don’t go around saying stupid shit on the internet. Nothing you’ll regret. A security clearance is needed for this job and these are a few examples that will make that process easier. Just a curveball example, albeit minor. If I could do it over again, I would be spending every available moment studying the material provided by this podcast. That, and rucking :)

[@jayorsilentbob8334]

For the very basic qualification, what ASVAB score do you need for SR?

[@OnesReady]

The “QT” (that’s the score just to get you in the Air Force) is minimum 31. But that score is an average of 4 subsections: (M)echanical (A)dministrative (G)eneral (E)lectrical Every AFSC has a requirement under one or more of those areas. For all Special Warfare it's G49.

[@jayorsilentbob8334]

@@OnesReady thank you so much for your reply. I am prior servive as an Air National Guard memeber and highly considering enlisting active duty. As a guard memeber who served from 2006 through 2012 and did one tour to Iraq in 2009, I have become really interested in these fields. I am now encouraged to talk to a recruiter to find out my possibilities.

[@CarEnthusiasts804]

Yeah brother I’m going in now... you need a G49 to quality for Special reconnaissance.

[@Myce]

@@OnesReady Is it G59 if I have a GED?

[@memback]

How often do you guys jump to maintain qualifications?

[@OnesReady]

Often, depending on which part of the training cycle you’re in and which team you’re on. - A

[@memback]

@@OnesReady Thank you.

[@memback]

@@OnesReady Im going to assume that those jumps are a mix between static line and free fall and that youre are rarely involved in in mass tac jumps.

[@ianfrizelle1109]

what is stow +crows

[@OnesReady]

STO - Special Tactics Officer (CCT officer) / CRO - Combat Rescue Officer (PJ officer)

[@F3PIZZA]

Also “eating crow” is eating your own words.

[@nicholasgonzalez2048]

Is there an Air Guard option? Also, what training plan is there to prep for the selection/pipeline. Thanks again.

[@zxcharilla]

Nicholas Gonzalez They have a 21 day program if you go to the SR page on their website

[@nicholasgonzalez2048]

@@zxcharilla I'm prior service air guard. Do prior service get to attend prep?

[@zxcharilla]

Nicholas Gonzalez I don’t know for sure

[@Andres-cq3ly]

Nicholas Gonzalez prior service attend a 2 week prep instead of the 8

[@shr3dco437]

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[@shabs375]

I’m terrified to go airborne school and free falling school! Can anyone help me with how to get over my fear of jumping out?

[@WadeSafechuckAndTheWNB]

I am a novice skydiver with just over 30 jumps and have never been in the military. My biggest tip for anyone afraid of heights, in context of freefall, is thinking of distance as time - 14,000ft (above ground), can mean 45 to 60 seconds of freefall. There are variables to consider when discussing times in freefall, but any fear or feeling reluctance (for me) is based on context of the jump. The closer I am to the ground, the less time I have to pull my chute. I'm more comfortable being very high off the ground than being close to it. I have never done a static line jump but I imagine its a simple as checking your gear and stepping out of the door. I hope that helps. Also, there are skydiving groups on social media that could be very helpful for any questions you have concerning this topic. Take care!

[@shabs375]

Justin time I’m just terrified of jumping out and having that feeling in your stomach I’m feeling you know?

[@shabs375]

Wade Safechuck & The Wandering Neverland Band Thank you a ton!

[@стрелок-ч7р]

I'm not scared of jumping itself I'm scared of pulling the cord and the chute doesn't open

[@joeholston1831]

Does anyone know the line scores for SR ?

[@OnesReady]

My apologies, but what do you mean by "line scores"?

[@joeholston1831]

Arithmetic Reasoning , Math Knowledge, General Science and etc. Sorry for the confusion.

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

I’ve currently been getting in shape to be a medic in the 75th Ranger Regiment, but something about SR just attracts me to it. Does SR have medics?

[@OnesReady]

SR are TCCC trained, but are definitely not medics. Same with CCT. We leave the true medical stuff to the PJs.

[@HUNTER-ve3iw]

@@OnesReady Damn, Im in EMT school right now so I don't want that to go to waste

[@derianschmidt7252]

@@OnesReady One question here if you dont mind asking. Will SR be doing any Direct Action stuff beyond just limited personal defense, if that makes any sense?

[@Altair4611]

I'm assuming you have to go to college for meteorology to become a weatherman in Special Reconnaissance?

[@JD-ic9yl]

So is there a way to work with SR but be an officer? I’m currently taking the officer route but SR has always intrigued me

[@OnesReady]

As a STO, you'll work with SR everyday. If you're a CRO on the AFSOC side, this will also be the case. If you're a CRO on the Air Combat Command side, then you will not. SR utilizes STOs/CROs for their officer core.

[@awhaleofanutt1460]

Can I join special forces if I’ve already enlisted? I was supposed to leave the 31st of March but got postponed going in open general

[@OnesReady]

Listen, do NOT delay. Contact your recruiter and tell them you want to go Special Operations. If they give you a difficult time about it, go to airforce.com>Connect>enter your zip code and education>select you're interested in Special Operations. This will give you the contact details for your regionally based Special Operations Recruiter. They should be able to help, but if not shoot us a message on IG or [e-mail]. If you go in open general and want to do SOF, you run the risk of being miserable because you won't be doing something you're dreaming about.🍑

[@vinceweber5101]

Don’t do open general

[@zachbunch8701]

In the army anyways I hear occassionally sf recruiters will check out basic and recruits pt scores (270+) Other than that youd need it in your contract 18X or REP63. Like he said above you can get your sf recruiters number/email online as well.

[@harryhog1977]

SR needs to be doing recce’s for the USAF; not other services.

[@OnesReady]

They are... but you're right.

[@alexandergonzalez5709]

Should of asked him how is a typical day or day in life ? I’m curious

[@OnesReady]

We addressed this one on it's own podcast- the "what is the day to day life at home station" podcast. Special Recon will do the same thing as the other AFSC's- go give it a listen. Thanks for your support!

[@Gabriel-jx8bd]

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[@kelvinnguyen6048]

🙌💪🙏❤️👍💯🇺🇲

[@D1oyd]

What specific skill do the SR community have? Like the way PJs are certified paramedics.

[@strawdawgs78]

You gotta read between the lines. Seems like a lot of the capabilities they bring can't be discussed on an open source podcast.

[@стрелок-ч7р]

@@strawdawgs78 that's the problem here