Do something between applications. It doesn’t necessarily have to be school but the academy wants to see you improve yourself in some way shape or form.Do you have any advice for re-applicants?
Just put out your arm and ask to go to the bathroom. Your cadre will understand.Kind of a specific question: I get a lot of bloody noses and I'm wondering what would be the right (least wrong, I guess) way to handle that if I was at attention for instance.
You’ll keep your wallet in your lock drawer and the clothes you have on for I-Day will go into your backpack you brought with you. Then you will put that in your trunk or your cadre will put them in a locked room. Either way, the items will be safe.What happens to the things you can’t have with you for bct but you had to bring it to the academy. For example, the clothes you’re wearing on i day, wallet, etc.
Thanks for the speedy reply!You’ll keep your wallet in your lock drawer and the clothes you have on for I-Day will go into your backpack you brought with you. Then you will put that in your trunk or your cadre will put them in a locked room. Either way, the items will be safe.What happens to the things you can’t have with you for bct but you had to bring it to the academy. For example, the clothes you’re wearing on i day, wallet, etc.
I’m not sure what your budget is but printer paper, binders, notebook paper, food, pencils, pens.I was just wondering what most people like to receive after BCT ends. I'm trying to put together a box for my parents to bring on A day, but I'm not sure what I should place in there. Right now, all I have is some pictures and my calculator.
I understand admission is based upon multiple criteria, but in searching the internet I've seen pages that say you need a 13-1400 minimum and I've seen other information that says some students are getting in with 1100's. Any thoughts on what would be an average score among cadets at the Academy? Or to put it another way, what score would you consider solid (not spectacular) for USAFA applicants?Ask literally any question you may have (about-to-be basics or parents)! And I’ll answer them to the best of my ability!
I would say (this is my personal opinion) a 1200 or higher would be competitive. If your grades in school are really good too and you’re involved in your community then that will allow the Academy to see you as a whole person and not based just off of numbers. Playing a sport is really helpful as well. Overall, just be a well-rounded person and there’s nothing wrong with retaking the test to get your best score. My scores were average to below average and I was a direct admission.I understand admission is based upon multiple criteria, but in searching the internet I've seen pages that say you need a 13-1400 minimum and I've seen other information that says some students are getting in with 1100's. Any thoughts on what would be an average score among cadets at the Academy? Or to put it another way, what score would you consider solid (not spectacular) for USAFA applicants?Ask literally any question you may have (about-to-be basics or parents)! And I’ll answer them to the best of my ability!
Thanks for taking your time out to answer questions.
Thanks Screamingeagle20 - My son is doing pretty well GPA-wise (3.6 through 2 years with a tough load of honors classes) and he has a lot of volunteer work, joined Civil Air Patrol and has played sports, earned HS varsity letters etc. I think he feels pretty good in most areas, but just not sure about the SAT/ACT because he hasn't taken them yet. I think he'll like to see the number you gave, he's signed up for the SAT in August, and I think that was the number he's shooting for on his first try. Hoping to go up from there.I would say (this is my personal opinion) a 1200 or higher would be competitive. If your grades in school are really good too and you’re involved in your community then that will allow the Academy to see you as a whole person and not based just off of numbers. Playing a sport is really helpful as well. Overall, just be a well-rounded person and there’s nothing wrong with retaking the test to get your best score. My scores were average to below average and I was a direct admission.I understand admission is based upon multiple criteria, but in searching the internet I've seen pages that say you need a 13-1400 minimum and I've seen other information that says some students are getting in with 1100's. Any thoughts on what would be an average score among cadets at the Academy? Or to put it another way, what score would you consider solid (not spectacular) for USAFA applicants?Ask literally any question you may have (about-to-be basics or parents)! And I’ll answer them to the best of my ability!
Thanks for taking your time out to answer questions.
There are two types of UPT. There is the regular UPT and ENJPPT which takes the kids with the highest scores. ENJPPT also trains NATO pilots so not only do you train with Nato student pilots but some of the instructors are from Nato countries.As of right now, the Academy is the best path to go in regards to being a pilot..... As to being a fighter pilot specifically, that depends on his performance in UPT. "In UPT there is the T-6 Texan (1st), T-1, and T-38 (after T-6). His performance in Academics and during his flights will determine his rank in his flight and thus whether he goes to the T-1 or T-38."
T-1 students can choose from “Heavy” aircraft and T-38 students have the choice between fighter, bomber, and heavy aircraft....
SE-20. This is helpful in understanding what our DD's and DS's are pursuing in the pilot realm if they go that way. Thanks.
But I'm not sure if I understood correctly. I get that their rating at UPT (undergrad pilot training) and needs of USAF determines which of three tracks you will fly.
Do those three tracks take place in phase two and phase three of UPT? And if so, does the list below reflect what you were communicating?
1. T-6 Texan (1st - Does that mean choice?)
2. T-38 (Fighter, Bomber, Heavies)
3. T-1 (e.g., Helos??)