WOFT

Warrant Officer Flight Training

[@smurphdog898]

The last name of the guy at 3:04 is "Wildman". Destined to be a chopper pilot.

[@SilverHamer]

This is a very good recruiting video...and from the looks of it, there have been numerous changes and improvements made since I went through the program in 1976/1977 as a Warrant Officer Candidate. Things have certainly evolved in 37 years!! Hats-off to all of those guys and gals who make the cut and are able to enjoy a career as an Army Aviator! I enjoyed mine tremendously and wouldn't take anything for it!. Larry Curtis, CW4, USA, (ret)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Thank you Larry Curtis for your service to our great Country! Army Strong! (JL)

[@stephenpfiester2749]

Wow Thank you for your service sir, I want to be a Warrant Officer Pilot too in a few years, is there any advice you can give me? (if it's not inconvenient for you)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Steve Pfiester For those who have dreamed of becoming an aviator, the Army can make it a reality. Warrant Officers pilot UH-60 Black Hawk, CH-47 Chinook, OH-58 Kiowa Warrior and AH-64A Apache helicopters-some of the most exciting, technologically advanced aircraft anywhere-on combat, rescue and reconnaissance missions. Soldiers gain these piloting skills in the Warrant Officer Flight Training (WOFT) program. After entering the US Army, you will attend 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training (BCT). After successfully completing BCT, you will attend Warrant Officer Candidate School (WOCS) for six weeks and then go directly to the flight-training program for 52-56 weeks. Once you complete WOCS you will have a six year commitment to the United States Army. For more information on the application process please go to the websites below. Sometimes the links below will not open due to them getting separated. If they do not open copy the entire link and then paste into your browser. usacac.army.mil/cac2/wocc/woprogram.asp#overview www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/index.shtml To qualify to submit a packet for WOFT you must: · Have a high school diploma or equivalent. · Be at least 18 years of age and be able to be selected before turning 33 years of age. · Be a citizen of the United States. · Height requirement: 64-76 inches (above 76” is waivable) · Pass the Selection Instrument for Flight Training (SIFT) test which is an aptitude test, therefore there will not be a study guide for it. · Earn a minimum of 110 General Technical (GT) score on the Armed Forces Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test (nonwaivable as well). The GT score is one component of the ASVAB results. For more information pertaining to Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test, please visit the websites below. You can also find study material at your local library. www.testprepreview.com/asvab_practice.htm, www.march2success.com, www.asvabprogram.com/ · Meet the Active Duty Army's screening height of 64" to 76" and weight standards. · Take a complete physical exam at a Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) and meet entry medical fitness standards as determined by military medical authorities no more than eighteen months prior to the date of application. Must also undergo a Class 1A Flight Physical Examination in addition to the one conducted at the MEPS and have results approved by Flight Surgeons at Fort Rucker, Alabama, prior to the selection board. The Flight Physical must also be less than 18 months old. · The selection board for WOFT looks at the "Total Person Concept". That means that they will look at every facet of your life - to include scholastics, participation in sports, demonstrated leadership roles (like holding an office in a club or activity, etc.), volunteer work, hobbies, interest in aviation (and Army Aviation in particular), etc. · Obtain a minimum of three and no more than six letters of recommendation from people you know in the community. There is no specific format for these letters. However, obtain letters from prominent members of the community you personally know that can attest to your character, leadership potential, and achievements. I.E. Teachers, Employers, Clergy, Political Office Holders, Community Leaders, Retired Officers, Business Owners or Executives, etc. WOFT vision requirements are as follows: If the distant visual acuity is 20/50 or better in either eye, each eye must be correctable to 20/20 with no more than 1 error per line on the Armed Forces Vision Tester (AFVT) or projected Snellen chart at 20 feet. Uncorrected near visual acuity greater than 20/20 in each eye; with no more than 1 error per line on the AFVT or Snellen near visual acuity card. Waivers will be considered for eye surgery after 180 days min and the US Army Aeromedical Center will be the approving authority. (DF)

[@mermaidcandy]

USArmyRecruiting My son was in the 82nd Airborne XVIII Airborne Corps 546th Transportation Company at Fort Bragg. He served in Helmand Province Afghanistan for a year from 10/10 to 10/11, became a Sarg (Fort Sill); and now, a Warrant Office at Fort Sill. I really want him to make it to Fort Rucker for Warrant Office Class 2, I guess? I just know his goal is to fly helicopters, eventually. Moreover, I even wrote the White House to ask...that's the kind of mom I am (to consider him). He doesn't like me in his business because I'm an old hippie/nurse/poet with communication skills, but "OH Well!" Sorry mom's want to know stuff; even when, you grow up to be an Army Specialist...it's the way of moms. Finally, he's making a career of the Army, and I am proud of him. If you want to do this film shown in reality=you better be athletic all your young lives before The Army. Football, Basketball, Boxing, Snowboarding, Dirt Biking, Running are the things my "kid" did from little to around 25 years old, when he joined. He's 33, now. I wish all Service persons and future Service persons that God may Bless them. This momma sure could not make it in the Army, I'm sorry. Good Luck!

[@gerryortiz7276]

USArmyRecruiting What's the age waiver limit?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

To seek the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight (WOFT) program, you do not need to have any college, prior military experience or flight training. You must be a male or female U.S. citizen with at least a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age and cannot be more than 33 years of age at time of selection. Age waivers may be considered on a case by case basis.

[@georgetheofanous6792]

Excellent recruitment video. Great share.

[@nikiaanicolee1922]

I’m 11(another person on this acc) and I’m OBSESSED with joining the army and becoming a pilot! I know I’m little and I still got a lot to learn but it seems so awesome

[@mcbins1993]

do it we need good air support

[@3rdgr2t11]

Good luck

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Michael, For Prior service, PS must NOT have more than twelve (12) years Active Federal Service. Active Federal Service cannot be subtracted from age in order to meet age requirements, although Waivers may be considered for extremely meritorious applicants ONLY. Contact your local recruiting station to determine if you may be considered for a waiver. (kp)

[@markfallows2571]

In 1986, when I went through flight training, we had 6 weeks of WOEC and then flight school. Now you attend basic combat skills and survival training. They are very important also. That would add about 3 months to the entire training program.

[@karldrake6214]

Been there, done that.... Class of 90-15 was definitely worth all the harassment and strenuous training !!!

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Michael, For Prior service, PS must NOT have more than twelve (12) years Active Federal Service. Active Federal Service cannot be subtracted from age in order to meet age requirements, although Waivers may be considered for extremely meritorious applicants ONLY. You can visit your local recruiting station to determine if you qualify for a waiver! (kp)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Going to see your local recruiter would be a first great step! I can't even explain how great of a program this is if flying is what you want to do. (ji)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Ben, WOFT is indeed an option that you could enlist directly into. You could speak with a local Recruiter to learn more about the specific qualifications for this enlistment option. It is often possible to complete some college coursework while enlisted. Ultimately, your decision needs to be based upon your goals for your future. There is a "Parents" section at GoArmy.com that may answer some questions that your father has, and you can learn more about WOFT and possibly going to school for ROTC as well. (CEH)

[@friedelt]

+USArmyRecruiting Wish I could have done this instead of 11B. This looks way more highspeed.

[@mikerodriguez1963]

John, this is indeed an option in the Army Reserves. If you're still in your original 8-year MSO, I recommend stopping in to one of your local Army Reserve centers and asking to speak with a Career Counselor. If your MSO has expired, then you'll need to speak with an Army Recruiter (whom you may have to speak with in both cases, anyways). Please have any of your original contracts on hand, including anything that has your ASVAB and line scores listed. These are key to seeing if you qualify. -US Army Reserve Career Counselor

[@bonjour1416]

USArmyRecruiting I thought WOFT required a huge packet before application? But you guys never mentioned this in the video

[@47EZ_DRIVER]

Because it's common sense. Wouldn't you expect to write an essay, get letters of recommendations, and detail your background to apply to a prestigious slot in the Army?

[@Lukensm85]

I graduate college in April. When would you suggest I start preparing my packet?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

ncron714, we can not give you a percentage of who gets selected. It will depend on slot availability and if you meet the requirements. I would suggest you visit with your local Recruiter to see what your options are. Good luck! Hooah! (JL)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Mark, To seek the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight (WOFT) program, you do not need to have any college, prior military experience or flight training. You must be a male or female U.S. citizen with at least a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age and cannot be more than 33 years of age at time of selection. Age waivers may be considered on a case by case basis. (JL)

[@SpyOpz94]

I'm serving in the Air Force right now (Enlisted), If I wanted to do blue to green would I be able to go straight into the warrant officer school?

[@markfallows2571]

While deployed to a combat area, the OP TEMPO requires a lot of flight hours in order to complete the mission. During peace time, flight hours are reduced to the minimum to maitain minimum competency.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Thank you for your positive words for others. (cwf)

[@Bangurdead25]

Yes, I am. I'll make sure to talk about this with my recruiter. Thank you!

[@HiHello-pl4tj]

I am about to start working on my college degree. This looks like a great goal to shoot for. I've always wanted to be a pilot. I really think this might be right for me. Either way, I've got 4-5 years to decide! I don't want to just show up with no college degree, even though you can.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Madeline W G, do you have a question about joining the U.S. Army? (JL)

[@Lukensm85]

And would it be better to be an army pilot at a WO or a CO?

[@Spetsnaz--21]

Though from what my research shows you do not need a college degree, a degree (one particularly involved with the mechanics of helicopters like helicopter mechanics) can increase your chances of being accepted into the program or being chosen over another candidate correct? I seek a careered a military helicopter pilot however my high school career has little to show for. Though I pushed myself, the harder classes tended to bring down my gpa. I am wondering if a college degree can show that I can and will be trainable and persistent towards my goals as a person. Is there anything you can recommend or answer? I am a little confused about the schooling requirements *other* than a high school diploma (which I currently have).

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Obliterateification To seek the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight (WOFT) program, you do not need to have any college, prior military experience or flight training. You must be a male or female U.S. citizen with at least a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age and cannot be more than 33 years of age at time of selection. Age waivers may be considered on a case by case basis.For more info: please visit www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/prerequ/woft.shtmlMore education will always aid you and help you to be competitive in any career field that you choose though.

[@FaydsterTV]

I’d love to accomplish this one day.

[@colincox4697]

I just enlisted in the National Guard as a 15T (Black Hawk mechanic). My ultimate goal is to go to flight school but I was wondering how long the combined warrant officer, water survival school, SERE school, and flight school take. Ive done a ton of research but when it comes to the time frame, Ive seen everything from just under a year to 2 years. Could you give me a straight answer on that?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Colin Cox Here are two links you can check out for further information. (DF) www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/WOgeninfo_after_selection.shtml www.rucker.army.mil/newcomers/students/

[@xCWalkBoyx]

+Colin Cox Appreciate your service, that's exactly the route I'm going for. I wish to be a helicopter mechanic for the army, and if possible, make my way to be a helicopter pilot. I'm a Chinook guy though. Are you able to choose which kind of heli you work on as a mechanic? PS: Nice Nightstalkers logo, that's an unrealistic dream of mine if I do get to being a pilot.

[@ThePaigeHurst]

My husband began as a 15T in the NG and is just starting flight school. WOCS is 7 weeks, the rest is anywhere from 14-24 months depending on how long you have to wait for spots to open up in a class. Just like basic, things can be delayed based on sickness or how well you perform. Good luck to you! It's a wild and incredible ride!

[@Benjaminking10]

How many civilian applications get submitted vs how many get accepted?

[@andrewschrock6600]

+USArmyRecruiting Hey there, I was wondering if Army Officers fly as much as Warrant Officers. I want to Commission in the Army or Airforce but was wondering if 153A was a good job for officers or not.

[@ArtofFreeSpeech]

Army commissioned officers do NOT fly as much as Warrant Officers. In fact, after their first command (command of a flight company or troop), it's very rare for commissioned officers to fly much at all. Warrant officers fly their entire career, for the most part (except, FI, if they become a TAC officer for a few years as I did, in which case you'll be operating on a waiver for that time, but you will get back in the air).

[@cellularpoint809]

i love airplanes and helicopter i would like to be a black hawk pilot..i wear glasses is any restriction?

[@loganp.9987]

Just got accepted Street to Seat this May. Leaving this August for BCT and October for WOCS!

[@kylekaczorowski6164]

How much flight experience did you have when you applied?

[@loganp.9987]

@@kylekaczorowski6164 5 Hours Rotary-Wing.

[@kylekaczorowski6164]

@@loganp.9987 Any recommendations for getting accepted. I have no flight experience but I have til December til I start applying (my age)

[@loganp.9987]

@@kylekaczorowski6164 On my honeymoon at the moment. Send me an email at: [e-mail] I'll see if I can assist you

[@giovannifletcher]

If I am currently enlisted, trying to get into this program how long would all of the training be total?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

matt lukens, I would get with your local Recruiter so you can go over what needs to be done with preparing your packet. If you need help locating your local Recruiter, I can assist you with that if you provide me with your zip code. You will need to go WO in order to become an Army Pilot. (JL)

[@markkenny2007]

I want to sign up WOFT today.

[@Rablake40]

Nevermind, I reviewed the series events that leads to the boards. I apologize, but if there is anyone with recent service in Army aviation, I would greatly appreciate your insight.

[@DrakeB123]

Do u choose which helicopter you fly?

[@conbatengineer]

USArmyRecruiting I commission in the national guard as an O1E in 2009 but had to resign my commission due to work and moving to a different state. I would like to know if active duty Army would recognize the fact that I finish OCS in the National Guard, and would I be able to go to flight school in active duty?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

If you are a civilian and no longer hold a commission and are interested in regaining that commission to enter in the United States Army, contact the Appointments Branch (AB) at Ft. Knox, KY. Their contact phone number is commercial [phone] or DSN 983-9500. If you still have CAC card access visit (www.hrc.army.mil/Officer/Officer%20Personnel%20Management%20Directorate) (DF)

[@soulofaspartan3878]

Allah? is that you?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

SpyOpz94 you will need to contact a local recruiter. Requirements for enlistment change frequently, and we are in the 4th quarter of the recruiting year so many slots have been filled. (scs)

[@Marcodiazgrey]

i am doing this in three months. it looks like good training

[@Adam-zi5se]

How did it go

[@kooljc7]

How did it go.. I might start the process

[@JuniperJunoVargas]

how did it go ?

[@Cydia942]

KIA?

[@tyranoman1]

This is the career i want to get when i join the army

[@theoneandonlycole4882]

I'm 14 and my dad was in the army. I keep talking about what I want to do and finally found out what I want to do. Become a warrant officer and fly. But not sure what I want to fly!!

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

The one and only cole That's great! Thank you for your dad's service! You have plenty of time to figure out what type of aircraft you'd be most interested in!

[@theoneandonlycole4882]

We'll me and my dad also talked about that to and he said it would be cool to fly the apache. Witch I would to but I thought it would take extensive training and only the best of the best can fly it. So know I am most interested in the black hawk

[@madisonrobbins4312]

I'm 4'11. Is that too short? I'm SO interested but I read somewhere that I'm not tall enough nor do i weigh enough.. (160?!?! WTF)

[@srogerd432]

I'm a sgt in the marine corps, adn have two years left on my contract. When can I put in a package to be considered to become a WO/aviation program?

[@Chris_Malatesta]

Sgt Rogers, you can put in for it now. I am an E-5 in the Air Force looking to do the same thing. Two years left on your current enlistment is prime time to apply. I suggest you get the ball rolling as soon as possible. Google the WO recruiting page. It'll help you with questions like this.

[@davemorrison7989]

Since this is sort of an older video does the UH-72A count for one of the air frames aviators can fly?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Dave, it is. (CEH)

[@Pentatonic0824]

I'm 19 and got an 85 on my asvab and don't have a degree yet what are the chances of me getting accepted into the woft program I really want to be a pilot for the army but it's difficult figuring out how to make it happen

[@icdfs27]

Josiah Laszlo all you can do is put in the work and apply

[@Pentatonic0824]

Greg Acs I ended up doing 89d I leave in a week

[@ArtofFreeSpeech]

Your GT on the ASVAB is more important than your ASVAB score. If you really want to get into WOFT, I strongly, STRONGLY suggest you get your Bachelor's degree first. It makes it significantly easier to get accepted into WOFT. If you can't afford to do so and/or want to use Army money to do it, go into a feeder MOS, one that feeds into WOFT, or consider going Army green to gold, and going into flight as a commissioned officer.

[@icdfs27]

Art of Free Speech or apply and if you don’t get accepted get your bachelors. They are taking everyone right now...

[@ArtofFreeSpeech]

Could be... it was very hard to get in when I did, much more competitive.

[@natista4523]

I have plans to join the army after I graduate with my Bachelor's degree which will be next year and I really do want to become a helicopter pilot at some point. However I am also interested in being an Army Ranger. Is it possible to go from being a ranger to a helicopter pilot?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Nico, yes. You can become an Army Ranger and later become a Warrant Officer or vise versa. (DG)

[@jimmymontes7426]

@@USArmyRecruitingCommand if I wear glasses could I still fly????

[@justanotheraccount4688]

No fixed wing?

[@brandonlee4448]

My name is Brandon im in high school. I reaally would like to fly the aircraft's for the Army. I need one more year after 2014 is over. My mom would like me to go to college. Is there any options USArmyRecruiting?

[@gunnarbrown840]

Did you make it

[@ilovesurga22]

My dream job!

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Are you a Future Soldier? Either way, this is something that needs to go through your local recruiter. They will be more then happy to let you know all of the information you need on this program. To answer your question, yes, you can sign up for this prior to leaving for BCT. (ji)

[@deathscythe213]

do you actully have to go collged to join this program cause all i have a is a highschool diploma

[@kennethebel7726]

Don't worry about it, you'll be fine as long as you meet all of the other requirements. I'm applying in about 2020 and I only have a GED. However, I am 16 and I got a 93 on the ASVAB so I shouldn't put myself too low.

[@3v3rs1]

How competitive is this? I'm a sophmore in college and have just recently decided to join the army. Flying has always been a dream of mine but I've always figured they only take the best of the best of the best. It's a way I'd love to serve my country and the one that would fit me best.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

3v3rs1 to seek the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight (WOFT) program, you do not need to have any college, prior military experience or flight training. You must be a male or female U.S. citizen with at least a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age and cannot be more than 33 years of age at time of selection. Age waivers may be considered on a case by case basis. Your college credits, and having a good ASVAB score, will make you more competitive though. For more info: please visit www.usarec.army.mil/hq/warrant/index.shtml

[@reidd8334]

+USArmyRecruiting Even if we have parents permission at 17 it wont work? We need to be 18?

[@Rablake40]

I have always been interested in Army aviation, but I am 27 years old with a college degree. Even if I pass WOFT, what are my chances of being selected by the pilot boards?

[@donw2220]

Bobby Blake right now, high chances. Do it. Seriously.

[@maxrosenberg5995]

Donald Warfield what about an almost senior in college? I'm thinking of a life shift haha and this sounds like a dream, lot of hard fucking work, but a good shift!

[@donw2220]

Just do it. Theres literally nothing to lose but a little bit of time. You're competing against highschool kids, people with waivers. They need people now so do it

[@CadeSperoni]

very high

[@donw2220]

max rosenberg getting this kind of positivity from the Internet..... youd better god damn do it

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

You can find out more at GoArmy.com about qualifications and the application process. (DH)

[@joeferretti3521]

Talked with my recruiter today and am getting things going. Began studying for the SIFT and cant wait to get started. Hardest part for me will be getting letters of rec from current Warrant officers. So I am looking to reach out as much as possible to get it done. I have a 4 year degree, and played Div I Water polo all four years ending on a full ride. I flew with my grandfather for many years as a kid and couldn't be more stoked on this amazing opportunity to not only serve my Country but become an Army pilot. Anyone in the Nevada or Southern California area who is a Flight Warrant officer I would love to do a meet & greet please comment or email me from my about me page I will get right back to you.

[@toxicwaffle222]

What did you say to your recruiter when talking with him for the first time. I am really interested but am not sure exactly what to tell the recruiter

[@joeferretti3521]

@@toxicwaffle222 Just tell them that you are interested ONLY in flying and they will start you off with a pretest asvab /afqt also color blind test. The process takes a long time to complete or it has at least for me since I have to wait to retest my SIFT. Study and good luck!

[@toxicwaffle222]

@@joeferretti3521 Thanks man i was not really sure how to start this really long process.

[@pixelgamer2579]

After 12N, this is the move.

[@Galm1]

What about fixed wing aircraft?

[@billvoegele8474]

Look into the Air Force or Navy then...

[@Galm1]

The Amy has a fleet of C-12s and other transportation aircraft.

[@LuisHernandez-kw6rt]

Im an E-5 Navy Flight Engineer looking into this program, do I need to finish my contract or can I put my package while im still in ? only have 8 months left. Do I have to do SERE again ?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Hello Luis. You may qualify for the Blue to Green program. The Blue to Green program facilitates the transfer of qualified Air Force and Navy individuals to active duty in the Army, depending on your service's willingness to release you from your current active service obligation.Please complete the request for information concerning the Blue to Green Program on the following link.www.goarmy.com/benefits/additional-incentives/blue-to-green.html. Please enter your data at this site only once. You should receive a response with program details and qualifications that must be met for you to be eligible to apply for the Army's Blue to Green program. (JQ)

[@LuisHernandez-kw6rt]

USArmyRecruiting now can I do blue to green, combined with the Flying CWO Program ? I was told no.

[@LuisHernandez-kw6rt]

Luis Hernandez Those that are interested in applying directly for Warrant Officer (Flight or Technical) do not participate in Blue to Green. If that is your goal, after your transfer, you can later apply at your first duty assignment.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Luis, You will need to speak to your chain of command and retention NCOs and take your supporting paperwork to your US Army recruiter to determine your options! To qualify for Warrant Officer Flight Training Prior Service applicants must NOT have more than twelve (12) years Active Federal Service. Active Federal Service cannot be subtracted from age in order to meet age requirements.For more info: please visit @hq/warrant/prerequ/woft.shtml(kp)

[@LuisHernandez-kw6rt]

USArmyRecruiting thanks for the info. Im good on time only have 5 and a half in. I talk to an Army recruiter and he said that Ill have to get out before applying for it. thats a little risky for me to do, leave what I have to wait a see if I get picked up on the first try.

[@markfallows2571]

Do not know when the program changed to becoming a Warrant Officer after the Warrant Officer Candidate Course. In the 80s candidates were appointed as E5s until graduation from flight training.

[@malchap0]

From what I know, you only wear the rank of WO1 but up until graduation your paid as a SGT (E5). Unless of course you're like me and will be attending WOFT as a SSG.

[@ArtofFreeSpeech]

That actually happened EXACTLY when I was going through. In fact, I think I was part of the 3rd ever class to go through WOCS and get our bars directly following. I was in class 92-25, so I'm thinking it was as of class 92-23 and on that got their bars directly following WOC-D. And yes, we had it easier in WOCS than you did, and the guys who were in my classes (when I was a TAC) had it easier than I did, and the guys today? Start day and Move Day are like a picnic now compared to when we went through.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

You would need to talk to a local recruiter who can better assist you on what your options are. (PD)

[@nikiaanicolee1922]

You have the controls

[@RaulReyes-dd3di]

Can I become a pilot as an Enlisted?? I have been looking at all the ways I can become a pilot as an Enlisted.

[@codydelatorre4270]

Then you should know your answer

[@geeo9990]

READ THIS: If you are a college graduate, civilian pilot, were never in the military, and are thinking about enlisting for the US Army WOFT program: I was in this program. Please read below, so you know what you are getting into: The WOFT program had a 50 percent (one IP officer said 60% ) attrition/washout rate, when I was in it, in the early1980's. This program (WOFT) eliminated a civilian helicopter pilot with 2,000 hours flying time over a wall locker inspection. (myself, I was a Army veteran , with a four year college degree (Penn State University); had flown fixed wing aircraft, and yet, beyond belief, (you can't make this stuff up) was singled out over WOFT's insane-idiotic-lunatic--wall-locker inspections,) The HS graduate TAC officers in charge of WOFT training, take their wall locker inspections very, very, seriously: it's the main standard they will judge you by in the beginning of WOFT.--- These guys (the TACS) are not Harvard material, and I am being very kind, with my choice of words. . How insane were the wall locker inspections? A TAC officer failed, and eliminated one candidate on his final-phase wall locker inspection, because a bug died under his. bed --"unauthorized item." They eliminated an Army crew chief sergeant with several years of service, while I was there, Another candidate's Army wife was sexually harassed in the program while I was there (he reported it, that didn't go over well for his flying career) A lieutenant hung himself because he failed the program two months. before I arrived at Ft. Rucker. Racism, I saw that first hand too. I have more to say, but my words are best saved for "The New Yorker," or "The New York Times." not here in a side bar. So if you are a four year college graduate, ( or civilian pilot) be sure to take bed making 101 and tidy house keeping 102 between your physics and. biochemistry classes; because that is all the high school dip!oma Army TAC officers will judge you on in the beginning of WOFT.. This flight program is the only US military flight program that accepts HS graduates. I am writing this to let you know what you are getting into: if you enlist for WOFT and cannot fly that idiot wall locker. (The Army takes their wall locker inspections to a level not seen since Custer's Last stand. ) I do not know what the attrition/washout rate is today. What I do know is, you will be shattered if you washout, and, you will still owe the Big Green Machine THREE YEARS.. They will in all likelihood make you a clerk, canon cocker, or grunt. "There is a lot wrong with this program," one TAC officer said. . . . "This program has been like this for decades, and it is not changing for anybody," the senior TAC officer told me, "You are no good for the Army!' the Senior TAC Officer told (screamed) me, as he went nuclear on me. ( In my opinion, he was the most unstable person I ever met in my life ) I do not know if the program has been made more intelligent since I was in it in the 1980's I only know I feel compelled to warn young men, and women thinking about the US Army WOFT program. I was an Army veteran, a graduate of Penn State University, was interviewed favorably over the phone for a US Army's Master's degree program (at Baylor University) in Physical therapy by the Pentagon; and had passed the Navy's flight school exam (50% of college graduates fail the written entrance exam). But because of my age, I could not get the Navy's pilot slot, and was offered instead the second seat. (RIO officer etc.). So I choose (enlisted in) the Army's WOFT program over , Naval flight, and the Army's Master's degree program at Baylor University. But at Ft. Rucker (WOFT) I had a TAC officer, who was jealous of my credentials. I was singled out from day one at WOFT. The senior TAC officer told me I was "no good for the Army!" and with his fist clenched, told me he'd like to punch candidates (like me) in the face. Enough. As my combat, Korean war veteran friend said to me "You were singled out, you were done.". I resigned WOFT. (they will get to anybody overtime if they don't back off. Believe me ). There was nothing fair or rational about this program. After I resigned, they made me a private and sent a four year Penn State University graduate to Army clerk school! at Fort Benjamin Harris ( Now that's what I call Army intelligence). While there I was assaulted in the barracks at 3am, while I slept by a soldier I never knew (I woke up right quick and he went flying thru the air). Days later, My wall locker was broken into, and wallet stolen. On another day, four soldiers got out of a car, and confronted me.. This was not the Army I knew anymore; and anyone with half a brain knows college graduates should fly aircraft, and be officers: NOT CLERKS! But the Army's slogan is "high school to flight school.". Army intelligence are two words that don't belong together. I plan on doing a professional film, and write more about this, but I am old, and don't know if I will get it done. (I have several things to check off on my bucket list first) I just feel compelled to warn young college graduate men and women, who have never been in the military, what may happen to you, if you are not liked by these HS-diploma Einstein's. I hope what happened to me, and to so many others, at the US Army's WOFT program never happens to anyone. Everything I wrote here is the truth.

[@A-arxn]

Can anyone tell me how long is the training in Total (including BCT)?

[@Zakiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

From start to finish about 414 days.

[@Zakiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii]

Give or take a few weeks. ( Might be wrong, this is the number I got from doing the calculations from the information in the video )

[@foxkill7]

Sign me up!

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

You're welcome! (JQ)

[@jprz13]

Ain’t it called high school to flight school?

[@benarcangeli2363]

My names Ben im a Junior in highschool, considering my future. I am a licensed pilot, and i would like to fly helicopters for the Army, I want to take my chances with going in out of highschool, while my dad would like me to attend college prior to my enlistment, What do you suggest?

[@markfallows2571]

Get your degree first. Education is a huge advantage in all competitive selection processes in the military. Do not let the recruiter snow you.

[@markfallows2571]

+Mark Fallows 12 years Army as Warrant Officer Aviator

[@bentstrider]

Should've done this at 24 when I got into shape for the first time and those law enforcement applications fell through. I'm 33 now and by the time I get myself back into shape, it'll probably be too late for the WOFT.

[@ramvinskisovann7586]

@bentstrider it's never too late. I know they offer age waivers. I started this process almost 2 years ago. I had a problem with my weight for my age. My height/weight were not proportional. To this day, I have lost over 35lbs and have passed my flight physical.

[@bentstrider]

Ramvinski Sovann I just need to find the right recruiter that will see the WOFT path through. So far, I've run across too many that push the other options into my face.

[@ramvinskisovann7586]

That happened to me a few times. I actually had to go to the next city over to get a recruiter to work with me. If all else fails, you might want to contact a warrant officer recruiting office. They generally only help people already enlisted, but they can point you in the right direction. Check out this forum helicopterforum.verticalreference.com/ there's a lot of good info on here. I believe there is someone else that is going thru with an age waiver.

[@JohnnyRebKy]

Are all chopper pilots a WO??

[@kords9288]

Commissioned officers in an aviation unit if gone through the ocs flight school also fly. My company commander does sometimes. Their main job is to lead not fly tho so keep that in mind too

[@Amo088]

The contract length for flight officer is 6 years??

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

The commitment is 6 years on completion of school.(JK)

[@Amo088]

I see. The school generally takes about a year to graduate through? So total time served would be upwards of 7 years?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

That's correct.(JK)

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

That is correct.(JK)

[@roninadventures6164]

1 more year of college and I’m in there!!!

[@geeo9990]

Go Navy, or Air Force flight. As a college graduate, you should not enlist in this program. Read my review on this post. I was a college graduate, veteran, and flew aircraft: I was in this program-- Biggest mistake I ever made. Read my review. There is nothing fair about that program.

[@geeo9990]

@Aaron Rubinstein Hi Aaron, My review is 17 reviews below yours if you sort by newest first. It is lengthy. Look for the orange circle with letter G. It should say "read more" to open up my full review. If the full review does not open up, try refreshing the page. I was an Army enlisted veteran. A graduate of Penn State University with five years of college. I had flown fixed-wing aircraft. I was interviewed after college by the Pentagon for a Master Degree Program in Physical Therapy. And I was well on my way to Naval Flight School-- but because of my age, I could only get the second seat. So I had a chance at flying in the back seat of an F14. Tomcat. But I wanted to be a pilot, so in 1980 I choose the Army's Warrant Officer Flight Training (WOFT) It was the biggest mistake I ever made: At Fort Rucker's Warrant Officer flight Training (WOFT) school, you are judged and eliminated the first six weeks by how well you fly a wall locker. The truth is this was nothing more than an excuse to get rid of candidates they don't like, or in my case, someone, the TAC Officer's were jealous of. They eliminated one candidate in a Final Phase Wall Locker inspection because a bug died under his bed--it was listed as an unauthorized item by the TAC Officers. How would you like to lose your dream to fly over a dead bug. One candidate, they set back three times, till they finally out of sheer awe of his perseverance they passed. But they never let up on him, never stopped harassing him, till he finally quit: He became known as the "Legendary Candidate Russo." The flight school had a 50-60 percent attrition/failure rate for decades. You fly that wall locker or you will never touch a chopper as far as these TAC Officers are concerned--be sure to take "Tidy House Keeping 101," "Bed making 102," and get the "Betty Crocker seal of approval" before you graduate four years of college, because all the hot shot TAC officers You put the time and effort to graduate college. I hope everyone thinking about the Army's WOFT program reads this. I intend to post videos when I get my new camera. What these TAC officers did to thousands of soldiers was horrific. What they did must be told. I recommend the Air Force or the Navy if you are a four year college graduate. (I know if you washout in Navy flight school, they let you out and you can try another services Flight program. There were Navy Flight Washouts in the Army's WOFT program. The Army gladly took them, knowing they were the best of the best.) Listen to me! If you fail WOFT: THIS IS IMPORTANT! You still owe the Army for three years!. They will bust you down to private and make you a clerk (that's what they did to me) or make you a ground pounder, (infantry) or a canon cocker (artillery) If you are unlucky like me, and thousands of good soldiers for decades before me, you will find it really hard to salute high school graduate warrant officers. That don't wash with me. You took the time, and the hard work to graduate college. Don't Don't enlist in a program that judges you by how well you make a bed--They oughta study you TAC Officers. The Army has a long distinguished career of screwing people. Believe me. In the two times I was in, I listened to the senior sergeant's and officer's stories on how careers (and lives!) were ended out of stupidity (there's a lot of that) and vindictiveness towards fellow soldiers. The Army is violent. Vanessa Guillen was a victim of this violence. They eliminated civilian chopper pilots over wall locker inspections. One candidate's wife was in the program and was being sexually harassed--he complained, and from what I could gather that ended his flying career. In 1980, after being singled out, lied about, till I resigned, they sent me with my five years of college, to clerk school as a private (you're stupid Army) While there, I would be assaulted, robbed, and confronted by four soldiers who wanted to pick a fight with me. I'm not kidding. This was no longer the Army I knew from my first tour. I was told at the Army's flight school (WOFT) that "I was no good for the Army!" by the Senior TAC Officer.--CWO Ernest Rickenbacker. That he would like to punch (guys like me) in the face--his fist was clenched--he wasn't kidding. What I am trying to say to you, is this program was a nightmare for 50-60 percent of good soldiers who went through it and didn't make it for reasons that were beyond stupid (other branches of service have much smaller attrition rates) Army The TAC officers at Ft. Rucker's WOFT flight school are not exactly Harvard material. If you are a college graduate, you will know immediately you are not with college graduates in this program--other branches of service flight schools require a four year college degree. If you care about "Black Lives Matter," There was racism in this program. One Officer who was failed by an IP (Instructor pilot) committed suicide. They eliminated career Army sergeants in this program; while 18-year-old pimple-faced kids in the program cruised through it; they had to be taught how to keep a checking account. (I am not kidding.) . The Captain at the time in 1980 (Captain Richard E. Hethcox) said killing a man in combat was like "scoring a touchdown in high school football on Friday night." End quote. Those were his words! That's the type of stability that I found in the Army TAC Officer's at Fort Rucker. I think they are still flying wall lockers there. One other important note; Recruiters lie--it's in their DNA. Maybe you get lucky and find a mutation. My TAC Officer lied to my flight about me to cover himself (CWO John Baron) I recommend the Air Force or Navy Flight. If you washout in their programs, the Army will gladly take you in their WOFT program, but you run the risk of high school TAC officers being jealous and failing you. I don't ever want to see anybody go through what I did. I think they are still flying wall lockers at Fort Rucker's WOFT, and are probably still eliminating college graduates, and civilian pilots in that program over their socks not being rolled properly, or display items missing card being in the wrong place, or a bed corner not being folded right. And I think the Army owes an apology to the Legendary Candidate Russo. (If it's worth anything Russo, I salute you.) The senior TAC (CWO Ernest Rickenbacker) in 1980 said I could be a crew chief. So with five years of college , and having done one tour as an enlisted man, I would be saluting high-school-graduate-pilot-warrant-officers who have no idea what it is like to be enlisted. Really? I don't think so Army. Got that sir. I knew my worth. "Army intelligence" are two words that should never be put together. And I mean never. I hope I have given some insight into what you are getting into. I hope this helps everybody thinking about enlisting in this program, make a more informed decision. I've given it straight up. To the US Army, I will be posting a video with me telling the truth, truth! of what went on in your flight school for decades. You will not like it, and I really don't care what you think or say. Someone has to tell the truth!

[@sdlock83]

I would love to do this. But having spent 12 years in the Marine Corps, and currently a Staff Sergeant in the IRR until 2020, at 34 years old, and without even an associates degree... the chance of me being accepted is probably slim : ( Being a helicopter pilot has always been a dream of mine.

[@nopulse6911]

I would argue that piloting a plane can be equally as fun

[@sdlock83]

Zachary X But you don't get to wear the sexy-looking flight helmet!

[@bonjour1416]

Roger in certain aircraft the hgu 56 is used

[@sdlock83]

Luca Arnoult Doesn't matter to me. They all look awesome, especially with the tinted visor, microphone lip light, or the face shield. I spoke with the Army National Guard recruiter yesterday actually, and was told that because of my rank (E6) as a prior service from a sister branch with no formal training in the MOS (aviation), coupled by my age, the chance of me becoming a crew chief or even being selected for the warrant officer helicopter pilot program is slim to none... not without a lot of btown-nosing and internal connection ("hook-ups"). It was definitely disappointing to say the least.

[@bonjour1416]

Roger damn that sucks. Well you could always go into civilian flying.

[@ernestorosales8520]

This video teach that I am looking for be a pilot, so I have full idea what are looking for a aviation career. Only, I am 14 years old and looking a nice school for be a good pilot. I guess tha Iam Army ROTC. This is begin for me, os Iam attending college that Iam right track.

[@gspcdy14]

I am curious as to how many civilians actually make it through the process while having to compete with prior/current enlisted? I am very interested in this and have contacted several local recruiters who had no clue about this program, sadly. I then found a phone number to a Warrant Officer recruiter that is about 3 hours away from my house and spoke with a CW3 for about 2 hours. I called him back as requested and have not been able to get in contact with anyone else at his office to this date. Is there any specific number I should call for the State of Georgia for more information and help completing a packet as a civilian?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Cody The One You can contact [phone] for assistance completing your online packet. Army Career Explorer (ACE) has one main function, and that is to assist civilians with their packet and answer your questions. (CAD)

[@gspcdy14]

Thank you very much.

[@gabe321]

What is the age limit? I just turn 29 and am working to finish my degree, am I too old?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Gabe, for WOFT, applicants must be at least 18 and have not have reached their 33rd birth date at time of board approval. (CEH)

[@austinfreund2043]

USArmyRecruiting Do you have to be a WO to be a pilot? I'm going into a college Army ROTC program and I want to be commissioned as an officer.

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Austin, you will have to either be a Warrant Officer or a Commissioned Officer to become a pilot. (JL)

[@gabe321]

Thanks for replying to my question but I have another, can you still get the GI Bill or tuition assistance as a WO to further your education?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

When you arrive at reception you can request information on what benefits you are eligible for. (kp)

[@TheHoboShoestring]

I completed my AIT at Fort Ricker

[@louieeagle9518]

Hobo Shoestring's freight train hopping videos Dude, it’s Fort Rucker. You never did go to that Fort, because you would be able to spell it correctly And if you can’t remember that, you need not apply

[@ExtremeRecluse]

We didn't become Warrant Officers until after flight training.

[@duck5336]

+ExtremeRecluse out of curiosity, what rank are you now?

[@markfallows2571]

+Nick Heard I got out of the army in 1996 as a CWO2. I was married and spent most of my time away from home and family.

[@duck5336]

+Mark Fallows how did you like the flight training and how long was it?

[@markfallows2571]

+Nick Heard I would include the 3 months of warrant officer academy. If you do not need to wait for a seat opening, you should be finished in about 15 months. Flying is a blast. You are piloting some of the most powerful and sophisticated equipment in the army. Most of my time was in medevac. Best assignment in army. Lot of time away though, which sucks if you have a wife and kids like me.

[@WhatTheZack]

LOL. I finished flight training earlier this year and came away with only 151 hours. The video lies.

[@JGblog3sst]

So if I am from israel.. I can't join the US Air Force in any way ?

[@rigilgentoleo4946]

Move here and get a greencard then start your paperwork

[@f0x23]

Whoop Whoop! Go Army!

[@jordiavila9407]

Luis Gonzalez

[@andrewmilligan2732]

I think its 40

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

ilovesurga22 hooah! (CEH)

[@andrewmilligan2732]

Gabe no your not to old

[@markkenny2007]

I want be a pilot,what know requiments????

[@user-vo3wl4mm3z]

かぴやまかぴやま！🐱🐱れたーず背中…たしゅけてたしゅけてシユイカ…お菓子…じゅーす…飯！！飯！

[@blackhatch46]

"whats unique about army aviation is primary support of the guys on the ground" Uh... Thats ALL military aviation. Thats the only thing helicopters do in the Marines. Their only purpose is to support infantry.

[@narwhallegion8583]

Navy helos are used for anti surface warfare and anti submarine warfare

[@Bugsguns013]

What about the mh 6 little bird

[@hondo500e]

I’m hoping to join the army as a warrant officer and eventually transfer into SOAR to fly the little bird. Still have to finish high school first.

[@MadDog1891]

Get in contact with a recruiter that works with special forces. They'll tell you everything you need to know about the 160th.

[@frediejovellano8666]

If you are smart what is real have big value Life or Money can you never protect your self or self defense!

[@madelinewg4812]

I need your help who can talk to asp

[@herbertnatanael]

I'm not a US citizen :'-(

[@terryheo3464]

Get a green card and enlist first. If you enlist, you'll become a US citizen in few months and you'll be able to apply for it.

[@frediejovellano8666]

I how can I respect there are some people had never been respected because they are abuser and insulted me way Now!

[@dks13827]

You keep showing girls and diversity guys.................. not what the top folks are looking to join. Get it ?

[@USArmyRecruitingCommand]

Mark, To seek the U.S. Army Warrant Officer Flight (WOFT) program, you do not need to have any college, prior military experience or flight training. You must be a male or female U.S. citizen with at least a high school diploma, be at least 18 years of age and cannot be more than 33 years of age at time of selection. Age waivers may be considered on a case by case basis. (JL)

[@cellularpoint809]

i love airplanes and helicopter i would like to be a black hawk pilot..i wear glasses is any restriction?

[@chikenwangz12345]

your vision can't be worse than a certain number. It's on their website

[@ellie_bell404]

Edcar Cruz, you would probably have to get eye surgery bro