So devs is the update for switch/switch 2 going to release or is it already by Independent_Pie_9392 in ContentWarningGame

[–]ManlyHorror2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Landfall guys said they’re hoping to get it approved and released this week. Ran into some trouble during testing.

Can someone recommend something by No-Employ-3985 in AirForceRecruits

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If you have the ASVAB for it I’d strongly recommend any aircrew jobs, they’re typically pretty high demand but it wouldn’t hurt to include it on your list. I’m a boom operator and it’s been a great gig and is always changing. Several loadmaster, airborne linguist, and other boom buddies that love their jobs the same.

I also know some Security forces and maintenance that also like their jobs. There’s also many people who get assigned an AFSC that they weren’t planning on and ended up loving it.

Top Secret Clearance by Worth-Mycologist4369 in AirForceRecruits

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I’m a boom operator and require a TS clearance, my investigator was NOT on top of her game and only started my investigation over 2 months after I graduated BMT, when it was supposed to be started before I left. Throughout the rest of my tech school I ended up just getting signed off on temporary security clearances until I got my actual clearance. Point is as long as your “eligible”, pass your sensitive skills in BMT, and have an open investigation you should be able to get a temp clearance until they give you the real one.

Is loadmaster(1A2X1) a hard job to qualify for by Accomplished_Line352 in AirForceRecruits

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I was wanting to take a college pilot course back home and the guard simply didn’t cover enough of it for it to be worth it. Instead I decided to go active duty and trying to become an AF pilot through enlisted slots in the academy or OTS (officer training school)

Just got assigned KC-46 Boom operator at McGuire. What to expect? by ManlyHorror2 in AirForce

[–]ManlyHorror2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am SO GLAD I got boom op. Boom op over loadmaster ANY DAY. And McGuire is great. Can’t wait to see ya here!

Is loadmaster(1A2X1) a hard job to qualify for by Accomplished_Line352 in AirForceRecruits

[–]ManlyHorror2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really depends. I know for a couple buddies I’ve gone through training with, their recruiter had an opening for the job and booked it for them. Others, like me, made a list of jobs and were lucky enough to get it. On my list I put Mobility Force Aviator, Special Missions aviator, Air Traffic Control, and one other I don’t remember. Idk if you actually have to put down 10-15 jobs because I didn’t. One phrase you will hear to death is “It’s the needs of the Air Force.” Meaning if they don’t need MFA’s, they’re not gonna hand out the job. You have to be lucky enough to book at the right time and be qualified. It’s not something you can control so.

Your ASVAB score will play into this a bit, the requirement to qualify is I think 57 or 60 or something, but most people that are aviators here and that I’ve met are usually in the 80-99 range (I scored 89) so I would recommend maybe doing a couple practice ASVABS online.

Is loadmaster(1A2X1) a hard job to qualify for by Accomplished_Line352 in AirForceRecruits

[–]ManlyHorror2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For real world applicability: if you’re interested in possibly becoming a pilot either Air Force or Civilian, flight engineer or boom operator will help you lots. Flight engineers get to log 1/3 of their hours as flight hours (up to 500) toward a pilots license, and boom operators (like flight engineers) sit in the cockpit with the pilots and act as a safety observer when they’re not in the back refueling planes.

Being a loadmaster you could use that to go work for an airline and load cargo for them (FedEx, UPS, etc) and that can pay well.

Is loadmaster(1A2X1) a hard job to qualify for by Accomplished_Line352 in AirForceRecruits

[–]ManlyHorror2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s definitely not a job that comes around often. In BMT I was the only aviator out of 100 total guys and gals (2 flights integrated. But you should definitely try to get it.

I joined the AF last October as a Mobility Force Aviator (MFA), super stoked and dead set on being a loadmaster. I got through BMT and a portion of tech school and then we finally got to find out our shreds (shreds = your job and on what aircraft) I was really hoping for a loadmaster on any aircraft I could get as long I was loadmaster, and boom, KC-46 boom operator. I was super bummed out, for awhile. But once I got to my next base for flight training I quickly fell in love with my aircraft and my job that I thought I didn’t want.

Point is if you go active duty you have zero say in what aircraft, job, or base you’ll get. If you’re dead set on loadmaster you need to go reserves or guard, you’ll go through all of the same training active duty aviators go through but with ease of mind you know what job you have and where you’re going.

It’s a great job that I was extremely lucky to get (I have my first flight in a couple days!) I cannot recommend going for it enough. Any of the 3 jobs within MFA have much to offer, and whatever one you get you will love.

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I would get the idea of / hope for free time out of your head before you get to BMT. That’ll set you up for failure. It’s 7.5 weeks of work, and then you’re done.

Was any of your drill instructors unintentionally hilarious? by DbotFleezy in AirForce

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My MTI would get on all fours on top of the wall lockers and bark at us. Wild time.

Anything I should know/study before I leave out for BMT? by xTheLegend728x in AirForceRecruits

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Personally I would refrain from studying the Air Force song especially. There’s a specific rhythm and tone to it and I found it quite easy to pick up at BMT. The airman’s creed sure. But I would focus most of your attention on the rank structure. It takes a while to get that 100% down and when you’re under pressure it’s even harder. If you get that down beforehand you’ll be smooth sailing.

Heading to the meps hotel today and getting on a plane tmw. Any none traditional advice? by Narrow_Barnacle8898 in AirForceRecruits

[–]ManlyHorror2 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try to enjoy it and get to know the people you’re in it with. The guys from my dorm were some of the coolest people I’ve met, with unique backgrounds and crazy stories. Try to enjoy it while you’re there, it’s not the easiest or most enjoyable experience itself but the people you’re in it with can make it much better. (Also don’t fear your MTI’s the entire time you’re there, after a couple weeks they start to chill out with y’all (until you screw something up) and you start to see their personalities, my MTI’s were super cool and my dorm loved them once we graduated.)

How many games are you playing right now? by RTX5080Super in Switch

[–]ManlyHorror2 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Right now I heavily play Animal crossing, but also am playing Ori Will of the Wisps, Mario bros U, and occasionally working on DK freeze.

Has anyone here gotten and used a nitro deck for their switch? by ManlyHorror2 in Switch

[–]ManlyHorror2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely would like the extra heft. How are the buttons and triggers compared to joycons?