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ASTB PFAR Help?

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jaxson

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Hey guys, I got a question! I tried searching around but couldn't find a definitive answer.

I am currently studying for the ASTB, on my third attempt, where my latest one was 7/6/7 with an OAR of 59. I want to score as high as possible and get selected for Navy pilot. My biggest weakness is the PFAR, where I think the joystick and throttle section killed me.

I know there is the Jantez and Mike simulator, but is that compatible with the Logitech X52 throttle and joystick? I saw that there was a throttle for emergency procedure, but I was wondering if I order the joystick, could I use that as well? I'm unsure on what to do, and this is my last attempt. I know people say this simulator is very helpful, but did they just use the default mouse? Also, would these work on a computer that is running windows as parallel on a mac desktop, or could I just use it on the mac directly?
 
FormerRecruitingGuru

FormerRecruitingGuru

Making Recruiting Great Again
jaxson said:
Hey guys, I got a question! I tried searching around but couldn't find a definitive answer.

I am currently studying for the ASTB, on my third attempt, where my latest one was 7/6/7 with an OAR of 59. I want to score as high as possible and get selected for Navy pilot. My biggest weakness is the PFAR, where I think the joystick and throttle section killed me.

I know there is the Jantez and Mike simulator, but is that compatible with the Logitech X52 throttle and joystick? I saw that there was a throttle for emergency procedure, but I was wondering if I order the joystick, could I use that as well? I'm unsure on what to do, and this is my last attempt. I know people say this simulator is very helpful, but did they just use the default mouse? Also, would these work on a computer that is running windows as parallel on a mac desktop, or could I just use it on the mac directly?
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Welcome to the forum. First and foremost, check out the ASTB forum, there's a FAQ section that very likely answers the joystick question:

ASTB

Information concerning the ASTB for your commissioning package and selection to Naval Aviation.
www.airwarriors.com

Further questions, suggest you use the search function first. Good luck!
 
fighter-cat22

fighter-cat22

SNA BDCP Applicant
jaxson said:
Hey guys, I got a question! I tried searching around but couldn't find a definitive answer.

I am currently studying for the ASTB, on my third attempt, where my latest one was 7/6/7 with an OAR of 59. I want to score as high as possible and get selected for Navy pilot. My biggest weakness is the PFAR, where I think the joystick and throttle section killed me.

I know there is the Jantez and Mike simulator, but is that compatible with the Logitech X52 throttle and joystick? I saw that there was a throttle for emergency procedure, but I was wondering if I order the joystick, could I use that as well? I'm unsure on what to do, and this is my last attempt. I know people say this simulator is very helpful, but did they just use the default mouse? Also, would these work on a computer that is running windows as parallel on a mac desktop, or could I just use it on the mac directly?
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I do believe people have used the X52 with the janzten sim. Personally I used the TBAS Pro sim and the setup for my X52 was super easy. I just got one of those routers from Amazon that you can plug all the inputs into from and have it plug straight into your computer. I used my MacBook and it ran just fine, so no need to run windows parallel. Hope this helps and goodluck!
 
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exNavyOffRec

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jaxson said:
How does it work?
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The spots for FY 26 started to be filled in Mar/April. NRC takes the total number of available spots and basically divides by the number of boards, some of this is an estimate as hard numbers don't come out until Nov/Dec and in some circumstances Jan. There are adjustments made based on attrition, ISEL, hard goaling numbers and probably some other factors. If all goes planned a person should have the same chance of getting selected at any board held, however that doesn't happen as the number of applicants and quality of applicants are two unknown variables until the candidates are viewed at the board.
 
fighter-cat22

fighter-cat22

SNA BDCP Applicant
exNavyOffRec said:
The spots for FY 26 started to be filled in Mar/April. NRC takes the total number of available spots and basically divides by the number of boards, some of this is an estimate as hard numbers don't come out until Nov/Dec and in some circumstances Jan. There are adjustments made based on attrition, ISEL, hard goaling numbers and probably some other factors. If all goes planned a person should have the same chance of getting selected at any board held, however that doesn't happen as the number of applicants and quality of applicants are two unknown variables until the candidates are viewed at the board.
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Interesting, my recruiter had told me that typically in Oct. with the new FY, the boards become less competitive since they have more spots available in their quota for that upcoming year. He must’ve been confusing it with the enlisted side maybe? Thanks for the clarification.
 
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exNavyOffRec

Well-Known Member
fighter-cat22 said:
Interesting, my recruiter had told me that typically in Oct. with the new FY, the boards become less competitive since they have more spots available in their quota for that upcoming year. He must’ve been confusing it with the enlisted side maybe? Thanks for the clarification.
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That is indeed enlisted thinking.
 
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