Comments on: Is The Air National Guard Right For You?

By: Kelly Rains

Kelly Rains — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 17:02:18 +0000

From what I’ve heard from the guys, after joining the Air Guard, you actually have to apply for positions. For example, if they decide to change a squadron from F-16’s to F-15’s, and you don’t want to fly the F-15, YOU have to make contact with other squadrons. The AF doesn’t transfer you. I found that pretty interesting.

By: Crystal E.

Crystal E. — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:31:05 +0000

If I were to join the Air National Guard first, before commiting myself to the Air Force, would it be to my advantage, as to receiving a pilot spot? My choice of air craft is an F-16, is that an more difficult air craft to get a pilot seat?

By: Jonathan Tee

Jonathan Tee — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:28:03 +0000

The Air National Guard has been one of my considerations regarding the Air Force. However, my dream is to get into either an F-22 Raptor or an F-15E Strike Eagle. I have heard from my dad’s colleague, who was an A-10 ANG pilot. He originally went for the regular fighter pilot training, but technically did not pass. So he found another route to still continue his job as an Air Force pilot through the ANG, so he got accepted into the branch. I would still consider the Air National Guard since it does have a lot to offer as well.

By: Michael Orenge

Michael Orenge — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 23:25:42 +0000

I read the article about and I found it answered some of the questions I had.I still have a couple of question too.How do I find out which unit offer fighter jet training and are the requirements all the same in all the units.I live in minnesota and hoping to join the the Duluth Air National Guard.
I’m glad I found your site and thanks for the work you do.God bless