FutureFalcon2
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What exactly is the Jump program and how does it work? I've heard that most cadets go through it but some choose another option.
What exactly is the Jump program and how does it work? I've heard that most cadets go through it but some choose another option.
Jump is an airmanship program that takes place after your four-degree year in which cadets are given the opportunity to earn their jump wings by completing five solo free-fall jumps at USAFA. In essence you request it and are then placed into it based on numbers and how you did over the past year. It and soaring are the two most popular airmanship programs during that summer, but I'm not sure how the numbers are split between those two.
I understand that it is possible to be in the soaring program during the academic year while you are a four degree. How do you get placed in it? Is it considered an academic course, an athletic activity, an extracurricular activity, or none of the above? How does it affect your schedule as far as added workload and time commitment?
On your way into BCT, you are not going to want to bring much other than what is on the packing list. After Acceptance Day and as a four degree, you will still not be able to have very many things, but you'll be able to have some stuff. You can have a snowboard and some blankets or a sleeping bag, but sheets are not as realistic, as your bed will be inspection ready until recognition. You will not be able to have civilian clothes; if you need clothes for snowboarding, they go to your three degree mentor unless you need them. Hope this helps.What are cadets allowed to have in dorm rooms and when are you allowed to get more stuff? Such as when can I have civilian cloths, snowboard, my own sheets etc. in my dorm room?
IFS is not available to cadets. However, there is now a required Powered Flight Program here (very different from IFS) that cadets must take if they are interested in pursuing a rated position. You log about 13 hours in the T-53A, and it's a fun time!I remember hearing something about cadets taking IFS before graduating so that they don't have to do it before UPT. Is this a thing or am I making stuff up?
Hi! I'm potentially interested in joining AFA, and have a few questions. First of all, here's my stuff so far:
ACT: 34
SAT Math I Subject Test: 800
SAT Math II Subject Test: 800
9 (or was it 8?) years of soccer and basketball combined, sadly don't think I have proof for this anymore though. Probably going to try to participate in more sports soon.
Plan on getting a job soon, so that will give me work experience. Also probably going to do volunteer work at the local library.
GPA: I'm homeschooled so this could be an issue. Another problem is I haven't documented every single thing I've done during homeschooling, which the AFA seems to be intent about...
Is there any chance I could possibly get in someday? I'm 14 ATM if that helps.
My DD was homeschooled, so not as much an issue as you would think.Hi! I'm potentially interested in joining AFA, and have a few questions. First of all, here's my stuff so far:
ACT: 34
SAT Math I Subject Test: 800
SAT Math II Subject Test: 800
9 (or was it 8?) years of soccer and basketball combined, sadly don't think I have proof for this anymore though. Probably going to try to participate in more sports soon.
Plan on getting a job soon, so that will give me work experience. Also probably going to do volunteer work at the local library.
GPA: I'm homeschooled so this could be an issue. Another problem is I haven't documented every single thing I've done during homeschooling, which the AFA seems to be intent about...
Is there any chance I could possibly get in someday? I'm 14 ATM if that helps.
Thank you so much! A glimmer of hope if I decide to go AFA instead of ROTC someday.My DD was homeschooled, so not as much an issue as you would think.
Search the forums - there are a ton of threads that talk about what you should do to improve your chances.
What is one thing you wish someone told you before you left for the academy/became a cadet