Well folks, the time is upon us...I report to OTS tomorrow afternoon. I thought this day would never get here. I dropped Lyndsay off at the airport earlier today so she can get back home and go to work, and that was not an easy thing to do...this will be tough without her as my rock. There's a bevy of emotion available...excited, nervous, downright scared, and I'm just not sure which one to pick...they're all going on at the same time. I know this will be a great opportunity, but I'd be lying if I said I felt prepared.
Over the last couple of days I've had the opportunity to get to know some of my classmates. There were about 30 (of 82) at dinner tonight. I have to say, there is a very diverse set of personalities present, but I think we're going to have a great class!
Here's to hoping there's not too much rain/snow tomorrow!
Monday, March 1, 2010
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Class Date
I received my class date today...BOT 10-05. I will be reporting to Maxwell Air Force Base on March 2, 2010, to start Officer Training School and should receive my commission on May 28, 2010, I'm incredibly excited...I do wish it was a little sooner, but good things come to those who wait. After all, my recruiting process has taken three years, so I should know!
I know this will be the most challenging thing that I've ever undertaken and I'm really looking forward to it. This will be a great opportunity for my wife and I.
I know this will be the most challenging thing that I've ever undertaken and I'm really looking forward to it. This will be a great opportunity for my wife and I.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
It's Official
The Air Force officer accession board convened for over one month and released their results today. I'm proud to say that I was one of few chosen to become a future Air Force officer. Here is an excerpt and a link from the official release of results:
"6/1/2009 - RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- EMBARGOED UNTIL 0730 ON JUNE 1, 2009
A total of 200 men and women from across America have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer's commission, officials here announced today.
Air Force Recruiting Service officials considered 798 applications as part of Officer Training School Selection Board 09OT03, which selected 200 for a 25-percent selection rate. Sixty-seven of the 200 candidates were selected for more than one rated program and will be classified in their first job choice of pilot, combat systems officer or air battle manager. Of the 200 selected, 35 enlisted members earned the chance to attend OTS and trade their stripes for gold bars as second lieutenants.
As part of the selection process, board members review both objective and subjective factors. Objectively, the board considers each applicant's academic discipline, grade point average and Air Force Officer Qualifying Test scores. Subjectively, board members evaluate work experience, accomplishments, adaptability, character, leadership ability, potential for future growth and other recommendations. For active-duty enlisted members, performance reports and commanders' recommendations are also evaluated."
"6/1/2009 - RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- EMBARGOED UNTIL 0730 ON JUNE 1, 2009
A total of 200 men and women from across America have earned an opportunity to become Air Force leaders following their selection for an officer's commission, officials here announced today.
Air Force Recruiting Service officials considered 798 applications as part of Officer Training School Selection Board 09OT03, which selected 200 for a 25-percent selection rate. Sixty-seven of the 200 candidates were selected for more than one rated program and will be classified in their first job choice of pilot, combat systems officer or air battle manager. Of the 200 selected, 35 enlisted members earned the chance to attend OTS and trade their stripes for gold bars as second lieutenants.
As part of the selection process, board members review both objective and subjective factors. Objectively, the board considers each applicant's academic discipline, grade point average and Air Force Officer Qualifying Test scores. Subjectively, board members evaluate work experience, accomplishments, adaptability, character, leadership ability, potential for future growth and other recommendations. For active-duty enlisted members, performance reports and commanders' recommendations are also evaluated."
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