Posted on Feb 23, 2016
CPO William Brown
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My son is currently enlisted in the SC National Guard awaiting boot camp then AIT for H60 repairer. He will be assigned to a MedVac unit here in SC and his ultimate goal is to become a warrant H60 pilot. I would like to know more about that process or if there are other suggested routes for this.
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CW3 Matt Hutchason
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Since he's going to be a 15T, emphasize the need for him to be on time, right uniform, and seek out the senior guys that he knows to be very good at their job. Have him pump them for info. One thing I would do when a CE expressed interest in becoming a Warrant, I would have them familiarize themselves with the DA Pam 738-751 and the 328-23. The info in there isn't necessarily critical to an E-2 or E-3, but it shows motivation and desire. I was a Marine for 10 years before I made the transition, and I found the process time consuming but easy. But most important, remind him that thousands of Warrant Officers set a goal (to become one and fly), then formulated a solid plan to execute it. Good luck to him.
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CW4 Danny Cowden
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Maturity and a good test score. Common sense above all else for us warrants! Take flying lessons and learn about the mechanics and systems on how the helicopter actually works. Doing time as an enlisted and proving yourself. Don't forget being physically fit says a lot in so many unspoken words.
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CW4 O-5A/EO-5B/RC-7 Pilot
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I got my recommendation from the Command Chief Warrant Officer of the SC guard. He has since retired, but the group of senior warrants that were there were a great group of aviators. If they think he is good enough to fill the billet, they will help him with a packet.
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