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I have considered becoming a helicopter pilot. Currently, I am a junior in college majoring in Finance. I realize that becoming a pilot is competitive. What is the current demand for helicopter pilots? If I entered OCS and was not admitted into flight school, would my chances of becoming a helicopter pilot terminate?
Your answer depends on what branch of service you plan on entering. The only service that offers Helo Training straight up is the Army. Most Helo pilots are trained in Fixed Wing flight first to get the basics of flight first.You need to re think what you are taking in college now... If you plan on getting a career in aviation, you need to re gear your education into that field. having a degree n finance in no way shape or form helps you with a career in aviation unless you plan keeping the books for an airline....savvy? You stand a better chance of getting a military career in aviation....having a degree in that field...
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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