PhlyHigh94
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- You have the same exact ASTB as I do, except +6 points more on the OAR. Apparently the aviation calculator is no longer being used according to my OR to check where that puts me.
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1,001 questions about the ASTB (post your scores & ask your questions here!)
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Flyboy_35
Flyboy
Hey all,
OAR: 45 5/6/7
First i want to thank everyone on this page. You guys really helped me prepare for the test. Having said that, It was way different than what I was expecting. The whole time i thought i was going to fail it and have to re-take it no matter what. When i received my scores i was shocked to see that i actually did decently well, but all means its not a great score. I still have 2 more attempts to take it however, I only have one more shot before the package is due for the SNA board in August. Do i risk it and take it before the board or hold off on these scores and see what happens?
A Little background info: I played division 1 soccer, and then went on to play for a professional team. Recently I have still been training with a professional team but had to stop as I needed more money so got a full time job. I have an hour or two of flight time but am looking to get my private license before the board meets.
any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
OAR: 45 5/6/7
First i want to thank everyone on this page. You guys really helped me prepare for the test. Having said that, It was way different than what I was expecting. The whole time i thought i was going to fail it and have to re-take it no matter what. When i received my scores i was shocked to see that i actually did decently well, but all means its not a great score. I still have 2 more attempts to take it however, I only have one more shot before the package is due for the SNA board in August. Do i risk it and take it before the board or hold off on these scores and see what happens?
A Little background info: I played division 1 soccer, and then went on to play for a professional team. Recently I have still been training with a professional team but had to stop as I needed more money so got a full time job. I have an hour or two of flight time but am looking to get my private license before the board meets.
any feedback would be greatly appreciated.
AndrewH1919
Member
Hello, I just submitted my package for the April board and was not selected for either SNA or NFO. I have taken the ASTB twice with my current score coming in at 50 5/7/6. I have a solid GPA and graduate in a week from college. I am unsure whether it was the timing of my application, the average ASTB score, or a combination of those plus other contributing factors that led to not being selected. That being said, I am going to continue working with my officer recruiter and try to reapply as many times as possible and perhaps even re-retake the test. Coming from someone who didn't get selected, I won't offer any words of wisdom but thought I would share my experience anyway. Good luck to you!
FormerRecruitingGuru
Making Recruiting Great Again
You barely meet the mins of the ASTB requirements.
Flyboy_35
Flyboy
Do you think having an exceptional PT test and good statement would give me a chance or would those not matter?
FormerRecruitingGuru
Making Recruiting Great Again
No.
PhlyHigh94
Well-Known Member
What other contributing factors do you think did not get you selected because I have the same ASTB score with a 43 in OAR. If you didn’t get selected, then my hopes just went down.
AndrewH1919
Member
According to RecruitingGuru, my scores were minimal and I don't doubt they were a factor in my not getting selected. Don't get your hopes down because I think supply and demand play a big role in selection each time so maybe this time around I just had poor timing.
MattyD2019
New Member
Hello Everyone,
I have for the past several weeks been keeping up with everyone's advice you all have given on taking the ASTB-E. I plan on taking the test in mid to late May and was wondering how everyone prepared in their final weeks before taking the test? I have been really focusing on my weak spots (math & mechanical comprehension) and have been utilizing a tutor to prepare for those parts. I've also been using study guides, such as Barron's Military Flight Aptitude Tests and ASTB-E Study Guide by Accepted Inc. Are there any others that I should look into, or are they any online sources that anyone recommends? The reading, aviation and nautical knowledge seem pretty straight forward but I still put time into those every week as well. If anyone has any advice I would greatly appreciate it!
Quick background about me: I graduated college in fall of 2018 with a bachelor's in communications and political science with a 3.2 gpa. I am in the Air Force (Air National Guard) with four years already in. I also have my private pilot's license with 80 plus hours in different airplanes.
I have for the past several weeks been keeping up with everyone's advice you all have given on taking the ASTB-E. I plan on taking the test in mid to late May and was wondering how everyone prepared in their final weeks before taking the test? I have been really focusing on my weak spots (math & mechanical comprehension) and have been utilizing a tutor to prepare for those parts. I've also been using study guides, such as Barron's Military Flight Aptitude Tests and ASTB-E Study Guide by Accepted Inc. Are there any others that I should look into, or are they any online sources that anyone recommends? The reading, aviation and nautical knowledge seem pretty straight forward but I still put time into those every week as well. If anyone has any advice I would greatly appreciate it!
Quick background about me: I graduated college in fall of 2018 with a bachelor's in communications and political science with a 3.2 gpa. I am in the Air Force (Air National Guard) with four years already in. I also have my private pilot's license with 80 plus hours in different airplanes.
Rahul Gupta
Active Member
Hey man glad you found this thread,
Allot yourself at least 3 months of study....your strategy should revolve around understanding as many concepts as you can and practicing as much as you can. I did this and went from a 6/6/6 49 to a 7/7/6 53!
(1) Your first step is to go through each and every page of this forum and search for study/gouge materials as there is an abundant amount on this gold mine. So buy a notebook (5 subject preferably) and take notes of all the study materials and practice questions from pages 1-323 of this forum (Sounds like a lot...but I have only one question for you...how bad do you want it?....plus there's a lot of repeated stuff on here but good for reinforcement)
(2) Buy a good prep book, in my personal experience, Barrons is the best along with the Trivium and ASTBE study guide 2018. You don't need all 3 books just one of these will suffice...so in your case...just use the Barron's book!
(3) If you struggle with math buy this GRE/GMAT math book as even though i'm an Aerospace engineer, I cannot emphasize how impt. it is to practice so that it becomes as easy as breathing. Like I was able to do some of those questions in my head (now I always recommend writing stuff out but this is just an idea of how good I got at solving these types of problems due to practice). So...the book you are looking for is this one: ARCO GRE/GMAT Math Review 6th Edition (Gre Gmat Math Review) 6th Edition....although any other math prep book like Peterson's GRE/GMAT (the newest one) should suffice as well
(4) Use some of these links as well:
http://www.nelnetsolutions.com/pdf/free/masterofficercandidate.pdf (another prep book for some more practice)
http://www.nelnetsolutions.com/pdf/MilitaryFlight_print.pdf (another prep book for some more practice)
https://www.proprofs.com/flashcards/story.php?title=_36014 (spatial practice)
https://www.cram.com/flashcards/astb-aviation-history-6921638 (try to memorize as many as you can)
https://www.airwarriors.com/communi...tb-study-guides-gouges-and-links.37407/page-3 (another good forum)
https://www.airwarriors.com/community/threads/astb-e-apex-4-experience-dec-2013.41357/ (go through this forum as well)
Lastly, I know it's a lot of 'shit' coming your way...but ultimately you only get 3 shots at this test so why not take the time and properly prepare yourself as best as you can. Personally, I did not finish all of the materials that I am posting on here but I got through most of em. Focus more on understanding and practicing several problems for math and mech. comprehension. This stuff will also help with all of the other sections as well, like aviation. And ofc, if you have any questions just post em on here! Take your time, pace yourself and do not rush!
Hello everyone,
I have been informed by my recruiter that they are raising the age limit to apply as an SNA and (with hearsay info) that the navy has not made their quota for pilots, as well as NFOs. He spoke to other recruiters and tells me that with my ASTB-E scores 48 5/6/6 that I should still submit my package. I am taking the ASTB-E a second time in mid-May, but with this info I am conflicted as to take the chance of possibly getting a better score. I know my is border-lining under average. I am currently waiting on replies from retired and active Navy pilots to schedule an interview with them with the hopes to receive a recommendation from one or more to help my package. Yet, I am not sure if my score will hold me down with the chances of being picked.
I have been informed by my recruiter that they are raising the age limit to apply as an SNA and (with hearsay info) that the navy has not made their quota for pilots, as well as NFOs. He spoke to other recruiters and tells me that with my ASTB-E scores 48 5/6/6 that I should still submit my package. I am taking the ASTB-E a second time in mid-May, but with this info I am conflicted as to take the chance of possibly getting a better score. I know my is border-lining under average. I am currently waiting on replies from retired and active Navy pilots to schedule an interview with them with the hopes to receive a recommendation from one or more to help my package. Yet, I am not sure if my score will hold me down with the chances of being picked.
You can apply and if you don’t get picked up, you can retake it and reapply. If you’re confident you can do better by retaking it, I would do that and apply. With the last board, many with the minimum scores did not get selected. Good luck.
Hey guys checking in. I took my ASTB Wednesday and scored a 50 6/6/7. My scores are very average, but my recruiter told me to have confidence applying with those scores. I want to thank everyone on this thread and throughout Air Warriors for all of the advice and study material and gouge. I only had 5 days to study because I needed to schedule my ASTB ASAP for work reasons, so I know I can score better if I have to retake and reapply because of the great information I have found on here. Search, study, search, study more material. I am 26 with a cumulative 3.8 gpa with a masters in crop science, and have had PRK in the past. I am awaiting MEPS to so see if I qualify for SNA and NFO or NFO only. Will be applying for both if I qualify at MEPS for the August Board. Is there a spreadsheet for the August board? Also any workout recommendations to prepare for the PRT and OCS?
Best way to prep for the PRT is doing pushups, situps, and running. Be able to hit your number, plus a buffer. In addition to that, you'll be doing lots of calisthenics at OCS (burpees, leg lifts, mountain climbers, jumping jacks, etc) so those wouldn't hurt either.
Thanks for the info! I was able to find this plan here. http://www.navy-prt.com/files/pre-conditioning.pdf