Expert: Aaron Shifferly - 4/24/2010

Question
QUESTION: To become a pilot in the Army I was told I had to be a warrent officer. But to become A warrent officer you have to have at least a two year degree. Does that apply to the aviation program too? Do they have some kind of program to apply for the aviation program without a college degree?

ANSWER: No. you have to qualify to become a Warrant before you can become a pilot. You must also past the Army Flight Aptitude Skills Test and a flight physical.

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QUESTION: Thank you for your answer. You are always very helpful. What kind of security clearance is needed to become a Warrent Officer/Pilot? Also does my credit have to be perfect to get a security clearance? If not what on my credit will disqualify me from getting a security clearance to become a pilot?

Answer
You need at least a "Secret" security clearance to become a pilot. Your credit doesn't have to be perfect, but they will be looking into many different facets of your life during the security clearance check. Credit is one of them. Key things they look for would be old outstanding debts that you haven't made any attempt to fix and if you owe large amounts of money to people with no real way to pay it. They are always checking on these things and you will be asked questions during the application process so they can better understand whether or not you're a trustworthy individual.