What percent of Naval Academy graduates become pilots?

The U.S. Naval Academy Class of 2016 selected 241 midshipmen for Navy pilot, 79 for Navy NFO, 95 for Marine Corps pilot, and 4 for Marine Corps NFO – almost 40\% of the graduating midshipmen pursuing a career in aviation.

Can you become a pilot at the Naval Academy?

Those entering aviation programs must first attend complete a six-week air indoctrination course at Naval Aviation Schools Command, in Pensacola, Florida. From there, prospective Pilots and NFOs attend primary flight training. A four-year degree is required to work as a Navy Pilot or Naval Flight Officer.

Do Air Force Academy cadets go to field training?

Yes, but very little. Cadets rise as early as 5:15 a.m., release from quarters and go to bed no later than 11:00 p.m. (taps). However, sufficient time for relaxation is built into the daily schedule.

What are the requirements to become an Air Force or Navy pilot?

With all of this said, here are the requirements for both Air Force and Navy pilots: You do not become a pilot overnight in the U.S. Armed Forces, regardless of the branch. First, you need at least a Bachelor’s degree from a university or the Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs.

How is Navy pilot training different from Air Force pilot training?

Your placement is determined by the needs of the U.S. Navy as well as your performance during training. The biggest difference between the Air Force and Navy pilot training is that Navy pilots also need to learn the extra skill of landing on aircraft carriers.

How hard is Navy flight training?

Navy flight training is unapologetically demanding. Over each the past five fiscal years, about 1 in 5 students were attrited for various reasons. Some found themselves unprepared for the commitment required to keep up with the pace and volume of training.

How hard is it to get into an Air Force Academy?

You will have to agree to a five-year service commitment after graduation. And getting into the academies isn’t easy.