Questions to Navy Recruiters and USMC OSOs

[DMan]

I have some questions that I hope someone can help me with:

1) I'm 29 and really want to be a pilot (not NFO). I understand that the Marine Corps would grant an age waiver to prior-enlisted up to about 30/31. (I've been a Reservist for 2 years). I talked to a Navy Recruiter and he told me the maximum age for Navy even for prior-enlisted is 29. However, I read it from the Navy website about OCS program for prior enlisted and it says 31. So which one is it? I have a high PFT score (above 285) and good eyesight, am I likely to be granted the age waiver from 1) the Marine Corps and 2) the Navy?

2) I have lately developed some kind of allergy, it's not severe and I don't have to see the doctor about it. I do have some sneezing, a little bit of runny eyes and very minor wheezing, nothing serious. Is this disqualifying? Or do I need a waiver for it? What's the chance of getting one? If any Recruiter, OSO, or even Flight Surgeon can answer me, I would really appreciate it.

My final question is, I have a pretty good record but with the above two conditions combined, what's my chance of getting a guaranteed pilot contract from the Marine Corps and/or Navy?

Thank you for all your time, Recruiters or not. Please feel free to put in your opinion
or information if you have any.

Gateway

 

[Marko]

Dman,
The Navy's age limit for piors is 31. I am 29 and will be 30 in sept. and had no problem getting an SNA slot.

 

[Vic]

DMan,
I'm certain that you can get a waiver for up to 48 months on a month-to-month basis. 24 months active duty will get you a 24 month waiver. It also has to be active time and not reserve, but don't take my word for it. Do your own research to be certain.

 

[Brooklyn]

If all you have in regards to allergies is what you mentioned above, you should have no problem getting a waiver. I've heard of worse allergy related cases and waivers were issued.