Did you ever have any prior service from the Marine Corps transfer and come through?
SW recruiters have two boards a year for Prior Service applicants. One is in the beginning of the FY and the other during the winter months (FEB, MAR) in hopes to ship everyone during that FY. It is difficult to get in if you become E-6 before you try to cross over. I would try and talk to a usaf special operations recruiter and see what kind of paperwork is involved but it is definitely possible. They might even be able to transfer your service commitment from Marines to Air Force earlier.
Would the The TEST Event look good on a retraining packet for Pararescue?
I honestly don't know, but I know many people on the board and they know what I do in my business. You need to be able to live the principles taught in the The TEST Event, and that will show them you are the guy they want to work with. For more information about The TEST, click here.
Was wondering if you have any advice for a staff or tech entering indoc. What areas can I realistically improve on where an airman might not be held to as high of a standard?
As an NCO we would expect you to act in your leadership capacity as outlined in the little brown book. You should have solid leadership skills so you can help Airmen learn, and take care of them. We also expect you to hold the team accountable and lead with integrity. As far as physical standards, it is hopeful that our NCO can lead by example.
Can you explain the process for PS from shipping out to arriving at A&S?
You will go to phase 2 from your current duty unit and if you are selected you will be given a date to come back to Lackland to attend SW prep (shortened version).
Do you have to renew your flight physical? I got one while being in BA prep and now I'm getting ready to do the retrain process and I'm wondering if I have to get it again?
Yes, for some reason that one doesn’t last a year like a normal one does.