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Hi Dj, First of all congrats to you for wanting to clean up your life.  Well we are not that different.  My wife/friends think it is crazy what I want to do but I know in my gut that Pilot is the life for me.  The same should be for you.  If you TRULY believe you were meant to be in the...

Thanks guys, It's an honest question.  I always strive to do my best at everything.  I just had logic getting mixed up in my head.  I'd be the last person to try something unethical. Thanks, CPL Jay

All, I have a comment + a question. Comment: During Aircrew selection at Trenton it seems as though folks who pass both the Air Nav and Pilot are often awarded an Air Nav position vs thier first choice as Pilot. Question: Would it be good judgement to purposely "fail" the Airnav in hopes that...

Hi All, When I was a reservist RadOp (now called SigOp) my clearance level went from enhanced during basic training to Level II inside of one year and by the second year attained Level III.  My application took longer because my father and mother were both born overseas (I was born in Canada...

Hey Acheo, Please do give me details.  I need a mentor.  what kind of pitfalls were you exposed to by joining later than most other folks.  How long did it take you to earn your wings and what is it that you are piloting now? The greatest respect to you bro...more info please.  I'm like a...

All, This is the news I've been waiting for since age 11!!  I'm 33 now but will do whatever it takes to become a pilot in the CF.  I'll go back to the CFRC and chat with them about how to move forward. Thanks, CPL Jay

To all pilots on this thread, Are there any reasons you can think of why an older guy such as myself (age 33) would not have a decent shot at becoming a pilot in the CAF?  IF I am accepted under one of several officer programs (ie. OTCP, DEO, CEOTP, etc...) I would most likely be 35 yrs of age...

My two cents, Canada needs the CF-18 and next-gen fighters for several reasons. 1. We have a large territory to cover - speed is essential. 2. Our enemies (and most Allies) want our natural resources (metals, oil, food, water, lumber) - we need defence mechanisms in place. 3. China, Japan...

Hey Thanks Volition, I know exactly who you are talking about.  Facebook is pretty amazing - it gets you connected with all sorts of folks including the person you mentioned.  Anyway the fellow you are referring to on Jetstream did not leave because of Stress on the body.  He got an offer from...

Hi, Thanks for the reply.  A lot of what was quoted is a bit much to figure out for someone who has been out of service for so long.  Is there a form I can download from any website and do this myself or do I have to go through my old unit to get this done? CPL Jay

Geez, This is a huge uphill battle for me then.  Is it even worth trying at this point?  I know if I don't then the "what if" game will be playing in my head for the rest of my life.  I've never been a quitter (exept after Year 1 of University in 1994). Does anyone have any stats on the...

Hmmm, So I guess the short answer is No.  No service ID for me.  I left with honourable discharge and an open invitiation from the Commanding Officer at the time to come back at anytime and join up.  No pension for me - I'm a Bay Street Rat now  :crybaby: CPL Jay

Hi Folks, I was wondering if there were ID cards issued to ex-reservists with less than 10 years.  I just want something I can identify with - my reserve days (4 years from 92' - 96') were some of the best years of my life.  It'd be nice to be able to whip out a card from the wallet when I tell...

Hi All, Damnit!  Still can't get the dream of flying for the CAF out of my head.  My last thread says it all: http://forums.army.ca/forums/threads/65902.0.html With regard to my eyesight (I wear glasses) I understand that Laser Refractive Surgery is now acceptable (certain types).  This puts...

Hey there, I've been following this thread every so often.  Anyone have any news regarding MrHappy and his quest to earn his wings?  Mr or Mrs Happy.  Are you there. News from me RE my thread started last year. http://forums.milnet.ca/forums/threads/65902.0.html.  I just found out that Laser...

Well, It's nice to see the thread has been kept alive...unlike my dream of becoming a fighter pilot (or A pilot at all) in the CF.  CF recruiting gave me the final word - there will be no exemptions for anyone with less than V1/V2 eyesight.  I pulled every last bit of data I could to have a...

Hey folks, I apologize for the absence.  I went to Vegas for a few days (all business of course).  I met with a CFRC rep on Thursday but of course I was a little rushed for time (work emergency).  He asked me to book a time for next week to have a face to face sit down which I am attempting to...

Update, I have not gone to the CFRC yet but doing so on Wednesday.  Work is a bit crazy - had to fire one of our consultants yesterday (never a good thing) so that ate up a large chunk of my day.  Anyway - I will post my inital meeting results. Cpl Jay

Hi, I will be walking into a recruitment centre early next week to explore options.  Not to apply for pilot as of yet but at least establish a relationship with a recruitment officer and seek his/her guidance. Anyone thing this is a good step so early in the process of "tranforming" myself...

Folks, Again thank you for the constructive criticism and words of wisdom.  I may have misrepresented myself when I lead you to believe that "Fast Air" is the only thing I am interested in.  Althought that is HIGHLY desirable I would have been happy enough to sit in a chopper or transport...