What advice do you have for someone looking to get an LOR for a Street-to-Seat WOFT packet?

Mason Granke — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 04:20:50 -0500

Having trouble finding ways to network. Don’t come from a military family and don’t live near any bases. Any advice is appreciated!

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 27 at 2022 6:31 AM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 27 Nov 2022 06:31:58 -0500

Is this actually a requirement for the civilian recruiting program? It's a requirement for in service recruits, but it seems a bit unlikely it would be a requirement for civilians since most of the country is nowhere near an Army airfield with pilots.

While I'm sure it would make your packet stronger, don't delay submitting it if it isn't an absolute black and white requirement.

Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Nov 28 at 2022 7:16 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 07:16:54 -0500

Your packet does not require an LOR, having one might be nice, it is not a requirement. Even if you could get to a base, what good is a letter from a random acquaintance.

Submit your packet as required.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 29 at 2022 11:23 AM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 11:23:21 -0500

Do you fly on the civilian side? If so, ask around. I can almost guarantee there's a retired military aviator somewhere around.

Have you checked for Guard and Reserve Aviation units in your area? Call the unit and see if you could come in during a drill weekend. Show interest and I'm sure one of the pilots would be happy to talk to you.

Good luck.