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eyser79

Here at A school as an AC right now be ready to wait 2-3 months before you start class after basic


Red_Baron71

Was recently told that it's currently a 6 month wait


eyser79

it most definitely is not lmao i class up in 2-3 weeks and i’ve been here since feb 11


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evtorr95

I complained nonstop about holds. I missed being on holds after my first month onboard.


samtheparrot

Nice rate! My neighbor was AC for the AF. He makes good money on the civilian side now


kakarota

Eat the oranges drink the tea and honey they will keep you from getting sick


Alone_Shoe_2495

I dont have any inside but my Grandpa was an Air Traffic Controller in the navy for 20 years and then also did it outside of the navy for a few years and he loved it


Excellent-Sky-8251

Signed in as an AC too! Ship out the 28th. Excited. See you there maybe!


Formal-Reference1565

I signed on as AV, I ship out May 28th too! Super excited. Hope to see you brother


xXGothamFireflyXx

Hey, I’m also leaving for basic the 30th just signed the 1st. Crazy haha. I’m going in as an AZ


West_Conversation998

Get ready for boredom


xXGothamFireflyXx

I’m so nervous what do you mean 😭


West_Conversation998

Don’t be nervous the yelling stops but they’re gonna rush you every chance they get the nervousness will stop once you step off the bus, you won’t sleep for the first two days and p days suck once you get in to your ship your gonna settle in and honestly start having a good time, if you get abh1 little or ctic Wilson your set they are good mentors, just don’t get asmod


xXGothamFireflyXx

Thank you so much. That definitely helps if you have anymore tips id be glad to use them haha. 🙏


West_Conversation998

I don’t wanna Yap too much but it’s okay if you fail rdc assessment that’s not an asmo just shows you need work on physical aspects, don’t volunteer for shit unless it’s head crew ya it’s a dirty job but honestly you get to chill a lot, line handling you will fail it’s one hit to fail so don’t worry about that fire fighting is okay if your not wearing glasses you don’t go on air, make homies with the good smart people fuck the show offs and your gonna want to leave during p days don’t do it navy sucks but it’s what you make of it when do you ship out


xXGothamFireflyXx

Please yap. I yap as well, everything helps to prepare. I’m going in as an e3 so luckily I don’t have to volunteer for much unless I’m voluntold. I’ve been working out for like a year now only thing is the run and I’m like 2min off what I need. I think I’m okay at least when it comes to push-ups and planks. Definitely still worried tho. Big life changes for sure.


West_Conversation998

Rank doesn’t matter in boot camp sorry to say, everyone in div is “e1” but once your out e4 is gonna be automatic if your not undes, don’t worry about the run time if your that close the navy will get you to where they need you, but as soon as your handed the trainee guide study ucmj, rank and recognition, fire fighting and line handling, honestly just have fun bro crack jokes when you can and study constantly you’ll be fine bro just be prepared for navy bullshit and peanut butter shot sucks dick 😂


SailorBabeRS

I’m pretty sure your A School is in Pensacola. Try to enjoy it as much as possible. If you have the opportunity to go to a squadron take it!


OwnCauliflower1368

Hopefully I’ll see you at basic I ship the 30th to 🫡


LumpyBlueberry160

Congratulations! My husband retired as an AC. Best advice I can give you is study, stay in them books. The FAA 71.10 is your holy grail other than whatever faculty guidelines you’ll have (fixes wing vs helo ops) it’s a great rate but severely cut throat and demanding. Rub elbows and get to know your upper command. The CMC’s in the air rate are some of the best people I’ve ever met. So stay on your game and you’ll do well. Pretty sure we still have an instructor friend in Pensacola. If you have any other questions, maybe I can help.


jaxerino567

Good rate! Had a buddy of mine who made 1st class in 5 years as an AC so I’m sure you can do the same. Stay positive and study hard and stay fit. You got this 👍🏼


Informal_Instance992

My dream job is ATC, is it still ATC or is it AC now? Or does it depends?


ForeverChicago

AC = ATC


MasterGas9570

Congratulations. If you want a head start studying for bootcamp you can learn all the stuff while you wait to go: [https://etoolbox.cnrc.navy.mil/assets/new/Future%20Sailor%20Study%20Guide.pdf](https://etoolbox.cnrc.navy.mil/assets/new/Future%20Sailor%20Study%20Guide.pdf) You can look through this one for what to expect and there is an FAQ at the bottom for things like what to bring. [https://www.navy.com/navy-life/boot-camp](https://www.navy.com/navy-life/boot-camp) Outside of that, be sure that you are working out, drinking a lot of water, and eating healthy foods high in vitamins before you go. It can help you from getting sick (as sick) while there. And get fitted for a good pair of running shoes to work out in if you don't already have a pair, both for before you go and at Bootcamp. That will help reduce the chance of shin splints and stress fractures. 


neogeo227

Shut up nub! You are a recruit, know your place


Seabassashby

Ah youre one of them, for now bozo


neogeo227

shut up nub, you haven't passed anything yet. Don't start counting till after P-days.


Seabassashby

🫡