US Customs & Border Patrol Pilots
03-05-2009, 05:39 PM
#481
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Mar 2008
Position: FAA 'Flight Check'
Posts: 13,839
No Worries USMC,
I have a lot of low level flying time, just about all of my time has been between 50'-200' AGL. In the army we spent the majority of our training time on NOE routes and tried to do as much NVG training as possible. I only have about 150 hours of NVG time, but it is better than nothing.
As a MEDEVAC guy I did a lot of external hoist training and a bit of sling-load operations too. I haven't done much rappelling training, but essentially all you do is hold a high OGE hover much the same way you do external rescue hoist work.
As far as combat time goes, I only did one tour in Iraq. I was over there at the beginning of the war and saw quite a bit of combat flight time below 100' AGL going in and picking up wounded.
As far as getting a 99 score, I think what hurt me was I only had 1400 hours and required a waiver for the total time. That probably knocked a few points off of my score. Also I don't have any Law Enforcement exp.
Cheers,
-DD
I have a lot of low level flying time, just about all of my time has been between 50'-200' AGL. In the army we spent the majority of our training time on NOE routes and tried to do as much NVG training as possible. I only have about 150 hours of NVG time, but it is better than nothing.
As a MEDEVAC guy I did a lot of external hoist training and a bit of sling-load operations too. I haven't done much rappelling training, but essentially all you do is hold a high OGE hover much the same way you do external rescue hoist work.
As far as combat time goes, I only did one tour in Iraq. I was over there at the beginning of the war and saw quite a bit of combat flight time below 100' AGL going in and picking up wounded.
As far as getting a 99 score, I think what hurt me was I only had 1400 hours and required a waiver for the total time. That probably knocked a few points off of my score. Also I don't have any Law Enforcement exp.
Cheers,
-DD
USMCFLYR
03-06-2009, 08:53 AM
#483
On Reserve
Joined APC: Feb 2009
Posts: 11
Don't look at my stats as what all military helo guys look like. I had a great opportunity to get some good unique experience. There are a lot of military guys out there who never had a chance to do anything more than ass-n-trash flying. If CBP is your goal, go for it. The CBP needs diversity and is not looking for a bunch a cookie-cutter military pilots. I say put in your application and join the wait.
-Hope is not a method.
Cheers,
-DD
-Hope is not a method.
Cheers,
-DD
03-06-2009, 10:05 PM
#484
Gets Weekends Off
Joined APC: Jul 2008
Position: UALFO 737
Posts: 173
I agree with dustoffdax! Don't let others' experience keep you from applying or thinking you don't have a chance. When I went through the interview they told me exactly what he is saying. They don't want only "one" type of pilot applying and working for CBP. They want diversity in professional experience. Keep pushing, you definately have a chance. It may mean you get a job in Law Enforcement to help pad your resume, but there are other avenues than just the military. Good luck!
03-08-2009, 09:03 AM
#485
On Reserve
Joined APC: Feb 2009
Posts: 11
National Guard and Reserve Duty
Hey all,
Is there anyone who could shed light on what happens if you get an offer from CBP/DHS and are unable to accept because of a Reserve or Guard activation? Do they have to hold the offer for you until the end of your activation?
Thanks,
-DD
Is there anyone who could shed light on what happens if you get an offer from CBP/DHS and are unable to accept because of a Reserve or Guard activation? Do they have to hold the offer for you until the end of your activation?
Thanks,
-DD
03-12-2009, 02:52 PM
#486
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Joined APC: Jul 2007
Position: B737 /FO
Posts: 345
Hrm, got my NOR. Got an 85. Doesn't seem all that hot.
Would it seem silly to think about just going out and getting a rotary rating?
The good news of this is that you can resubmit as things change, no need to wait to reapply.
Would it seem silly to think about just going out and getting a rotary rating?
The good news of this is that you can resubmit as things change, no need to wait to reapply.
03-17-2009, 06:55 PM
#488
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Joined APC: Jul 2008
Position: UALFO 737
Posts: 173
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