I'm applying to OCS (OCC) and it's been a long-term goal of mine to attend USNTPS (or alternatively USAF TPS). I have a BSc in Aerospace Engineering. I don't intend to sound arrogant or pretentious with this question, and I know I've got a lot of work to do.
1. What are the chances, as a Marine pilot, to attend TPS?
2. What are the preferred requirements to go to TPS? IIRC the minimums are 1000 hrs PIC, >3.0 GPA, and a STEM degree.
3. Is it common to attend TPS as a Field Grade? I've looked at some graduation pics and all the Marine graduates are Majors, with few exceptions such as an LtCol here and there and a Captain once in a million years
4. Is there any relevant difference between fixed and rotary for TPS selection?
5. Are there "non-written" requirements that a pilot should/must have to go to TPS?
6. On average, how many hours does a pilot need to be selected?
7. Do you need a certain number of deployments or particular experiences/tours?
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1. What are the chances, as a Marine pilot, to attend TPS?
2. What are the preferred requirements to go to TPS? IIRC the minimums are 1000 hrs PIC, >3.0 GPA, and a STEM degree.
3. Is it common to attend TPS as a Field Grade? I've looked at some graduation pics and all the Marine graduates are Majors, with few exceptions such as an LtCol here and there and a Captain once in a million years
4. Is there any relevant difference between fixed and rotary for TPS selection?
5. Are there "non-written" requirements that a pilot should/must have to go to TPS?
6. On average, how many hours does a pilot need to be selected?
7. Do you need a certain number of deployments or particular experiences/tours?
Thanks
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