My question: Can I still get a fighter pilot slot with A-‘s on my high school history

Question

I’m in the 9th grade and planning on joining the Air Force when I’m 18 with the intent of being a fighter pilot. I feel that I am very smart and I’m getting mostly A’s with nothing below an A- on my high school history so far.

Answer 1

Ashton, those grades are definitely acceptable to become a pilot. Beyond grades in high school, you will need good grades in college. Also, you will need to be in excellent physical condition (eyesight, etc.). Additionally, there are tests you will take in order to qualify both as an officer and as a pilot. I served both as enlisted and officer in the U.S. Air Force. I took both the ASVAB to become an enlisted airman and then later after obtaining my college degree, I became a pilot in the Air Force. My path was highly unusual.

There are several avenues you can take (listed in order of quality): 1. The Air Force Academy, 2. ROTC in college, and 3. Officer Training School.

Good luck on your path!