The long awaited episode has finally arrived; the definitive guide to the process for being selected as a pilot, CSO, ABM, or RPA pilot. Colin and Reed take turns explaining the respective specifics for Air Force ROTC and OTS, as well as opportunities that exist for the Guard and Reserve and those already commissioned.04:20 - AFI 36-2105 Applying for Flying Training, Air Battle Manager, or Astronaut Programs08:10 - What is a rated officer? (see Elon Musk at Air Force Association 2020 https://www.airforcemag.com/elon-musk-the-fighter-jet-era-has-passed/)13:27 - How to get selected as a pilot or rated officer?15:41 - Colin explains the Air Force ROTC process20:43 - What is included in the Order of Merit? (see Rated Medical Requirements Pilot, CSO, and RPA - http://flightphysical.com/medical-standards/first-classABM - http://flightphysical.com/medical-standards/third-class)27:23 - The role of rated preferences29:53 - Reed explains the process for OTS, Guard and Reserve, and for officers who are already commissioned Email your questions and comments to airforceofficerpodcast@gmail.com. Join the discussion about the podcast, the Air Force, officership, and the Profession of Arms at https://www.facebook.com/groups/airforceofficerpodcast/.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AirForceOfficerPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/airforceofficerpodcast/Twitter: https://twitter.com/afofficerpodReddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/afofficerpodShare your officer stories of all flavors using #officerAF.