How can I determine if I am considered a competitive candidate for Flight Warrant Officer?

2021-12-18T12:33:50-05:00

I am SPC Miranda, an active duty soldier in the army. I'm currently working in my flight warrant officer package. I have a Bachelor's degree in Finance and I have a Master's degree in Finance, as well. In addition, I have a graduate certificate in portfolio management and i Have 240 in my PT score. I have various recognized from Battalion and Brigade level for my hard work and dedication. I want to know if I am considered a competitive candidate for Flight Warrant Officer?

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 18 at 2021 1:51 PM

2021-12-18T13:51:23-05:00

You didn't say how long you have been in the Army, or your age... If young enough, why not apply for OCS? You have two college degrees and have Army experience... Just a thought...

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 18 at 2021 1:53 PM

2021-12-18T13:53:44-05:00

From what I understand from others that have either been accepted or rejected....the only ones that know if you're competitive or not is the Board.

Response by SPC Terry Page made Dec 18 at 2021 1:59 PM

2021-12-18T13:59:39-05:00

That all sounds good; I wish you good luck with either the Warrant, or as Kerry sugusted, apply for OCS.

Response by CW3 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 18 at 2021 4:54 PM

2021-12-18T16:54:48-05:00

There is no better answer in this forum than the one MSG Private RallyPoint Member gave you. If flying is what you want to do, submit your packet and let the board determine how qualified you are.

Response by SSG Laureano Pabon made Dec 19 at 2021 2:51 AM

2021-12-19T02:51:28-05:00

Did you talk to the flight Surgeon in your base yet? If so are you able to pass the Class 1 flight physical? Your going to get this physical 2 times, one in your current base and the second one when you arrive at Ft Rucker Alabama. Based on what you wrote, I don't see why you can go to flight school. To answer your question though, you need to talk to the flight surgeon. Pass that test, be ready. I tried to get in to flight school but since I had 20/30 vision on the PULHES I didn't qualify so I went to Air Traffic Control school 93H at the time. I qualified for a Class 2. My PUHES was 111121. Good luck in Flight School SPC Miranda soon to be WO-1. I was an Air Traffic Controller at Goldberg Stage field. I live at Karen's Army Air Field. For now the only thing I can say is if you pass your flight physical : study, study and study and when your done keep studying.

Response by WO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 19 at 2021 11:58 AM

2021-12-19T11:58:42-05:00

Whats up Miranda!

As someone that has just completed this process and was selected in 2021, I'd be happy to take a look at your packet and attempt to make you more competitive; your collegiate experience is a massive boon to your chances.

I have connected with you on here, but feel free to reach me @ my gov @ [login to see]
At a quick glance, the major issue I see is the way you write; spelling and grammar are extremely important in getting your point across. Warrant Officers are expected to be masters of this. Obviously this is just a military help website, but you've got to be on always. This will show heavily during your WO Resume (which is a part of your packet)

The hardest portions of completing a sucessful flight packet are the SIFT (above a 40, but try for above 50 to remain competitive), unique and pointed Letters of Recommendation from your senior leaders (and more than 3 of them), and a passing Class 1 Flight Physical (preferably with no issues/waivers required).

Shoot me a message anytime; but remember, your turn in for the March board is Jan-31. You're going to have to work extra hard to make that timeline, but you can do it.

Best of luck!