National Guard needs pilots?

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Hi

I hear rumors all the time that NG are currently in desperate need of rotary pilots, especially in CA. Can anyone confirm this? Is there a high chance, should you pass the flight physical, SIFT and do OK on the board you will get accepted for flight school? Just curious. 

[SBuzzkill]

In the past folks have confused efforts to retain experienced rated aviators with a shortage of applicants.  I don’t know if that is the case but make sure to use some expectation management when it comes to all things aviation.  

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3 hours ago, SBuzzkill said:

In the past folks have confused efforts to retain experienced rated aviators with a shortage of applicants.  I don’t know if that is the case but make sure to use some expectation management when it comes to all things aviation.  

Fair point made 

[mike0331]

It is entirely state by state dependent. Also, even some states that have a need are having bottleneck issues getting people to Rucker. 2+ year wait times are not unheard of. Call around and ask to speak to the WOSM in the states you are interested in.