What is the hardest part of the SIFT?

2019-09-22T03:55:38-04:00

I’ve recently come to terms with my future goals in the Army and I’ve decided that I will study for the SIFT. What are tips and trick (joking) to studying and applying yourself to this test? Any and all advice is welcome.

Response by SFC Ralph E Kelley made Sep 22 at 2019 4:21 AM

2019-09-22T04:21:45-04:00

I guess my question is: Can you already fly Rotary Wing Aircraft?
If you can then you most likely will find it a lot easier.
Here's a link for you.
https://owlcation.com/academia/SIFT-Study-Guide-for-Army-Aviation

SIFT Study Guide for Army Aviation

For those who want to become Army Aviators taking the SIFT is one of the first steps towards accomplishing that goal. The SIFT can be challenging, but knowing the format will help greatly.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 22 at 2019 3:18 PM

2019-09-22T15:18:58-04:00

It’s all subjective to be honest. What one may see as hard could be different to others. I had to completely brush up on my math because let’s be honest, it’s been 14 years since I even used Algebra or anything related to physics. My advice would be to get a SIFT study guide and basics on rotary wing flight books and study them for at least a month.

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Sep 23 at 2019 8:59 PM

2019-09-23T20:59:34-04:00

For me it was the physics and math portion. Don’t worry about learning all the math equations cause they will be given on the side of the screen. But for the physics portion ensure you remember the formulas cause they don’t give it to you then. Also know that the study books you can use cross elimination for the “find the shape in the box” portion but for the test one shape can be the answer to multiple questions. That took a few seconds off for me cause I was thinking one shape couldn’t be the answer since I already chose it.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 12:50 AM

2020-01-21T00:50:26-05:00

The hardest part was the math portion. Know your newton conversions lol

Response by SGT(P) Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 21 at 2020 1:30 AM

2020-01-21T01:30:46-05:00

The hardest part is submitting the 4187 and calming your nerves before the test. Time and time again I see soldiers talk themselves out of taking it because they feel they aren’t ready. Pick a date, submit the 4187, and take it. Brushing up on math will help but also training your brain for the speed questions will help as well.

Response by WO1 Private RallyPoint Member made Feb 21 at 2020 4:22 PM

2020-02-21T16:22:11-05:00

Have you taken the test yet?