SIFT ARMY PILOT TEST: PRIOR MARINE'S TAKE

[@MaCoop3r]

I’ve read two study guides so far, and still have a couple weeks before I can take the test and found that for Reading Comprehension if you read the answers prior to the passage you can develop a better understanding of what the answer choice might be. One of my study guides taught me that. I sucked at Reading Comp but have noticed I get more prac test questions right in that category due to that method. Hopefully that may help others… -Trivium SIFT 2019-2020 study guide -Aegis Group “The Complete SIFT study guide" (has Apache on the front) Semper Fi

[@merrittorius]

AWESOME COMMENT. Semper Fi

[@BangaRangan]

Subscribed off this video alone from you talking about believing in yourself while you’re studying alone at night over a handbook most people have never even heard of. The pep talk hit harder than I thought it would.

[@merrittorius]

Welcome aboard. Just something I've found to be true in my life's pursuits. 🤝 Glad there was value.

[@merrittorius]

A little recap an hour after the exam. Grateful that the work paid off.

[@cloneviper]

Thanks for the motivation just what I needed right now! Best of luck with becoming a 153A hope to see you in the future 🤙

[@merrittorius]

Go get it Tom! BELIEVE!

[@curtisdeiderick2740]

Just wanted to say that you're really encouraging, I went to a tutor for the mechanical comprehension, and I've been studying every single day since I graduated college a few weeks ago. I got an associates degree and wanted to change career paths, I always loved helicopters and jets, I'm only 20 but I'm more than willing to put in 10 plus years of service doing something as spectacular as this, I am taking the sift in 2 weeks.

[@merrittorius]

Very very cool of you to say. It's just what I've experienced in life. I'm glad to hear there was value and you're putting in the work. It will pay off. 🤝

[@Big.Ron1]

Good job. Well done. I sent 8 years fixing Navy jets right after Vietnam. 4 years enlisted, and 4 years civilian. After 40 years I can say it was good to me. Be safe and have fun.

[@ace_king9360]

Just passed my test with a 66! This video gave me the motivation I needed! Thank you!

[@merrittorius]

Very nice to hear. Congratulations on a great score. Keep the faith and push forward

[@PrjctWRX]

Taking mine tomorrow! Watching these types of videos sorta like a last minute SIFT tips. I hope all goes well

[@merrittorius]

Keep the faith in yourself the whole way through. Don't get down a single time. You will crush it.

[@PrjctWRX]

@@merrittorius Passed it with a 57! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@merrittorius]

@@PrjctWRX NICE WORK!

[@ragtaghero84]

Scheduled for SIFT in February. wish me luck

[@merrittorius]

Awesome! You'll do great man.

[@ragtaghero84]

@@merrittorius got a 68! It was a lot harder than I thought it'd be.

[@merrittorius]

@@ragtaghero84 BEAST!!!!!

[@robertofernandez9667]

@@ragtaghero84 how did you prepare for the mechanical portion?

[@ragtaghero84]

@@robertofernandez9667 do as many of the practice tests as you can. You may have to invest a bit to get the test materials but it's worth, it in my opinion. You also know your areas of weakness and you a study more on those areas after each practice test.

[@RT413]

You make really good point Sir,I used every study material I can buy from Amazon,including the 2 you have,I spent about 6 weeks to study each section constantly,none of the study material really helpful at all except FAA helicopter handbook,but they do give you a general ideas about the test,I feel like trash when I completed the test,I thought I gonna failed but end up with 65,if I could have you advice before I took I might get 70😂

[@mattdestefanoptdpt231]

Thanks for the videos man. For the Trivium book, they have fixed wing information in there and information on compass reading and other non-aerodynamic information. The red book doesn’t. Was there any of that info on the exam? Trying to streamline the studying and avoid “unnecessary” info. I know it is eventually important as an aviator, but priority mission is to just pass the SIFT. Thank you very much for the helpful videos brother 🙏🏼

[@merrittorius]

Awesome question. I've slept since then but I'm almost positive fixed wing info was included. Certainly not much but yes. 🤝 Don't hesitate with anything else. Put in the work. You'll dominate

[@shashayousef8741]

thanks for putting this info out there man

[@merrittorius]

Thanks for your interaction my friend. 🤝

[@jazzmaster1958]

In your warrant officer packet in the resume, is there a certain layout the summary needs to be written ?

[@qyu_7861]

I don't know if your still obsessed with the Notifs but I'm currently trying to study for the SIFT and I never studied in high school so its like I've shot myself in the foot since I don't know an effective way to study. how would you recommend to study for this test. I have picked up the Red study guide you have.

[@merrittorius]

@qyu_7861 I stay obsessed with the Notifs. I'll be straight up with you, I didn't do well in high-school and I didn't study too much. I did however go back to college after the Marines and developed habits that worked for me. You'll have to figure out what works for you in this process. The SIFT is kind of the beginning of it all but it's pretty much an individual effort so you gotta become "obsessed" and dig deep. Give yourself months to study and hit it hard. Read, take notes, build flashcards, take the practice tests multiple multiple times, watch other videos, and most IMPORTANTLY don't have any regrets on your effort when you show up to take the test. Good luck and God Bless

[@stephenpoehlein7111]

I got my golden ticket yesterday. Just in time for packet submissions next week! (53)

[@merrittorius]

NICE! Good work my friend. Believe in yourself, be persistent.

[@mason-storm]

Great job Mike!

[@merrittorius]

Appreciate it my brother

[@FlyinWithBrian15]

Took mine in late January and got a 63 as well. I felt I may have been able to get a few more points, but the test crashed on me 5 times! Didn’t affect me most times but the first time was during simple drawings. Crashed 30 seconds in and when the proctor loaded me back in it started me from the beginning of the section with the 1:30 seconds on the clock from when it crashed…. Still happy with a 63 tho

[@merrittorius]

Glad you persevered 🙂 I was happy with my score as well

[@bryancollins856]

Beginning my Warrant Officer Aviation journey, getting my packet together. Non-prior service, so looking to go street to seat for National Guard. Information online says 33 is the cutoff, currently 31 but WOSM told me I’m too old. Besides getting my flight hours, passing tests when they come around and having a solid packet do you have any advice?

[@merrittorius]

I would look at the Guard. I would talk to all 50 states. The person I would talk with would be the Warrant officer recruiter of each state. I would then get a recruiter in a state that says they will work with you, get a recruiter who has done an aviator packet before or is willing to work yours. It's going to take a bit of calling around and leg work. The age is waivable. I'm 38 years old at flight school. It takes work and I'm definitely older than everyone here but you're so close to the line. It can be done. No question.

[@Shadows1632]

Studying the math portion because that's gonna be my weakest area. Got any wisdom or suggestions on which guide helped most?

[@merrittorius]

I'd use the study guides I mentioned in the video and just run through the sections and make sure I did like 20 problems per section or something like that. And I'd just run through them over the months. Focusing on where I struggled more than where I had an understanding.

[@merrittorius]

Math sections*

[@Shadows1632]

@@merrittorius Exactly what I been doing. Trying to brute force it by doing problem after problem haha. Thanks

[@Pizarro1689]

How long was the process for you in Enlisting in the Army and able to be accepted for the WO program?

[@merrittorius]

Totally depends on your route. Could be a year. Could be 5.

[@calebalmeida7817]

Would it be recommended to take a college physics class in order to familiarize myself with application of forces, friction, etc.?

[@merrittorius]

If you have to take the class as an elective or something sure but you want to have an idea of what's on the SIFT to make sure you can apply what's being taught to the SIFT. It's a huge subject and a lot of mechanical engineering type material mixed in. 👌

[@CHERUB_3]

Hey man thanks for the video. H60 crewchief/mechanic here. Any idea on how long the process is from packet submission to hearing back on results?

[@merrittorius]

2-4 weeks in the Guard.

[@MrAdventure96]

im over here writing notes from this video , haha

[@merrittorius]

That's awesome! Glad you found value.

[@nathanielbegley7885]

iu huh? Did you go through Indiana guard?

[@merrittorius]

A Firm

[@SpaseGoast]

Has your packet gone before the selection board yet?

[@merrittorius]

I uploaded a new video expanding on this. Thanks for the question.

[@loganbornick3310]

do you get your score back right away?

[@merrittorius]

Yes you do. Its calculated instantly and handed to you by a proctor.

[@nick3133]

I’m too nervous to take the test. Aviation is a field in which I have Zero background in. At this point I’m willing to pay $3K for a solid tutor to help me comprehend the sections. Nonetheless, GREAT JOB on your accomplishment

[@merrittorius]

You're underestimating yourself

[@RedDavidson1]

Kieno Thomas…KZbin him, you’ll learn it

[@seefitz]

Legend

[@merrittorius]

We will see how she goes dude. Hope you and yours are well in the Holdiay season. "🤙"