How To Become An Army Pilot - Commissioned Route

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@edwardcottman743 Жыл бұрын

Damion you make so proud of yourself. My Cousin was one of 13 Black Dust-Off Pilots during the Vietnam War. He was killed during one of his missions. Again, I commend you for becoming an Army Aviator. I was once a Bell Huey UH-1 Crew chief in 1978 and realized it wasn't what I wanted to any longer. But, at 66 years old-"I wish more young Blacks men like yourself would get into the left seat in the US Army and eventually become an A/C.

@SubParPilot Жыл бұрын

Im an apache driver and warrant. Have no idea how i came across this video or why im warching it. But that was the best advice i heard. Choose an easier degree to help boost your gpa. And try to give yourself an advantage. Thats genius lol Also when you go guard you go through flight school knowing in advance what aircraft youre getting. So while everyone in flight school is stressing and studying their ass off the guard guys are chilling cuz theyre not competing to get the aircraft they want.

@jakadajj Жыл бұрын

For those West Point cadets wondering if you can get aviation with a low class rank, you definitely can. I was around middle of the pack when it came to my class rank and I know a few others that were in the 900s. If you really want aviation, you need to study for the SIFT, do well on the flight physical, get good recommendations from instructors or people than know you well, study and do well for the interview, and write a good personal statement. Since branching changed from pure OML to interview style and the service commitment is 10 years, not everyone is gonna want aviation. It’s definitely not the hardest branch to get.

@JD-ic9yl 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the info man. I’m currently in ROTC trying to get aviation. You’re videos are great!

@damion_bailey 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you! I put a lot of work into them! Glad you like them

@shreyashk7417 11 ай бұрын

Thanks man you shocked me with the initial path to NY but softened it with ROTC. THANK YOU. Caps in not anger but gratitude

@Markhall03 10 ай бұрын

In ROTC right now, they have changed it from OML based to interview based. OML is mostly going to be used for what service type you get (Active, Reserve, or Guard) but it will still be considered for branching. Basically do everything to the best of your ability, do good at CST, and do some studying and understand what you want before interviews. Everything is on the table for you no matter what your major, so just do as good as you can and you can do anything.

@HughMcBrideDonegalFlyer Жыл бұрын

Nice breakdown. Was always curious how the Army did things. Was a helo pilot in the Navy .. a loooong time ago. 14 Week wonder , went through AOCS, Marine Corps DIs a lot of screaming and shouting. Good luck with your career and stay safe.

@ralphmarkasher Жыл бұрын

The process is somewhat different from when I became a 2LT in 1981. Aviation wasn't a branch so I became an Infantry Officer with aviation as an additional skill.

@aadmzz7428 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for this man. keep doing what youre doin. hope to meet you one day when i make it

@damion_bailey 2 жыл бұрын

Hey thank you! I hope so too!

@lukefritz4058 2 жыл бұрын

This video helped a lot! I plan on taking a similar route as you.

@chrissuk1684 Жыл бұрын

My 11th grade son wants to be an aviation officer. This was very helpful for us. Thank you! Hooah!

@SubParPilot Жыл бұрын

Tell him to go warrant.

@startupbusinesscoaching Жыл бұрын

So clear, thanks. Subscribed!

@M45306 Жыл бұрын

I spoke with Army Ntional guard about becoming a heli pilot, they said I couldn't become a warrent officer, he recommend me to join as E4 and then 18 moths with the avition group and become a pilot, I am pursuiting my Masters as well.

@TheRealSupremeBape Жыл бұрын

Hell no you need to get in touch with a officer recruiter not talking to a enlisted one he just wants numbers get it touch with Jake Zweig former navy seal he will mentor you and connect you with a new work that will guide you everything you need to do from flight training to testing

@williamwhatley4117 Жыл бұрын

If you go the ocs route (teacher trying to join reserves as an aviation officer) can you get a guaranteed reserve spot and pick aviation?

@mackneyjosephjr6052 2 жыл бұрын

This helped a lot appreciate my guy 💪🏾

@aarongonzalez6005 2 жыл бұрын

If you don’t mind me asking, what year of college did you apply to the Florida National Guard unit for aviation? When is the earliest you can start those applications? Thank you in advance.

@braydencohernour4789 Жыл бұрын

@damionbailey why do you say Warrant is a better route than Officer? I ask because I'm torn between which to choose. I have my degree so I can technically go for a commission but I was wondering why warrant over ocs?

@AIRNATIONALGUARD-USAF Жыл бұрын

Is there any age restriction for military aviation

@kayleewallentine4145 Жыл бұрын

OCS is actually a total of 12 weeks--very condensed and highly competitive. Though you can submit a packet for Aviation, you are not always guaranteed a slot. However, in the next week or so, I should be finding out if I'll be one of the lucky ones. Branch selection is in 10 days for my class!

@damion_bailey Жыл бұрын

🙌🏾🙌🏾

@ThomasDryden-j6i 10 ай бұрын

update?

@iantorres8253 Жыл бұрын

Now days there is talent based branching for active duty from rotc. The branches pick who they want, aviation would prefer someone who has an aero space related degrees with a decent gpa. There is also an interview you must do. For reserve and national guard it is as deceived still but they are working on changing it but due to low numbers it is unlikely.

@Jake-be9ji 6 ай бұрын

I already have a degree and am a civilian. Can I do the guaranteed pilot route as a reservist and if so, how?

@jesusbarraza3050 9 ай бұрын

What's the process if you're enlisted, have a Bachelor's degree, want to go aviation as a commissioned officer as opposed to warrant? Is it flight packet, OCS, flight school?

@Unionthewizard 2 жыл бұрын

You know I was looking for a video on how to become a pilot for cbp but this is still good

@damion_bailey 2 жыл бұрын

Ahh I’m not familiar with that processs

@Unionthewizard 2 жыл бұрын

@@damion_bailey do you know any one that is

@waterhead001 Жыл бұрын

Can warrant officer be OHD Kiowa pilots?

@ethancarroll7027 Жыл бұрын

Hey sir, I'm going to flight school while doing rotc, do you think that will give me any kind of edge into trying to get into the aviation branch?

@nathanielaguayo6041 Жыл бұрын

What about if you just graduated college? Do I have to start from the beginning or does my degree help me out and cut down the time?

@tony6867 Жыл бұрын

You have to go to ocs

@robinrai9794 4 ай бұрын

I completed bachelor degree in computer engineering from Nepal and i already enlisted as a dental specialist so if i wanna be a helicopter pilot what will be the next step?

@richallen1 11 ай бұрын

What're odds of getting aviation enlisting heading towards warrant officer route ?

@nicholassandy3181 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Damion!

@damion_bailey 2 жыл бұрын

Lmao thanks Nick

@Sonnyboy346 Жыл бұрын

Yes, the airlines pay a lot more, but the Service teaches you how to fly. Do the airlines teach yo how to fly? How else would you learn?

@Regalpaladin Жыл бұрын

Just to get this straight. You MUST have a 4 year degree to fly in the military in any branch? Thanks! :)

@CTT19980 Жыл бұрын

For the most part yes. Air Force, navy, marines, and coast guard all require you to have a four year degree (as that’s the requirement for being a commissioned officer and only commissioned officers fly). The Army is special because you can fly as a commissioned officer (in which you need a degree) or a warrant officer. Warrant officers don’t need a college degree, and these guys fly the most compared to commissioned officers.