spyderpancake Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 As some of you may know, I recently graduated college and am going to be joining the Air Force in the near future. I will be going into OTS as an officer candidate, and there are two paths that I can take. The first is non-rated, which is made up of a variety of different MOS's, such as Finance, Missile and Munitions Maintenance, and Security(which is what I am interested in.) I would be signing up for 4 years. The other route is rated. I have taken the preliminary tests, and have a very strong chance of being selected for a pilot slot. Pilots sign on for a minimum of 10 years. So this is my dilemma-which should I go for? I just got married, and I am somewhat hesitant to commit my next 10 years to active duty. However, I know that it would be an amazing opportunity to be a pilot. I just don't know at this point that I want to make the Air Force my career. I originally started looking into it because I have always felt a desire to serve and my wife and I are both attracted to the lifestyle-for a few years. After we want to start a family, I'm not so sure. The rated officer selection board meets in October, and the non-rated in February, so I need to make my decision soon so I can submit my packet. Any advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VermontHunter Posted August 4, 2009 Report Share Posted August 4, 2009 My how time has flown by ... YIKES Unfortunately my friend, only you can really make this call. This something you and your wife should be discussing, I'd suggest you both write down pros and cons of what each opportunity has to present and go from there ... Either way, I wish you nothing but the very best for your future ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevebeilgard Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 take the pilot training, or at least try it. the training will get you a great job when you're out. besides, flying is great from the left seat and even better from the only seat... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flintlock1776 Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Pilot! Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OJR Posted August 5, 2009 Report Share Posted August 5, 2009 Pilot number 1! Anything you choice in the Air Force will be up to you to make the best of. The same and any life choices, but if you put it on the line, you will not be sorry! Wishing you and your wife nothing but the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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