Reserve W.O.C. Problems

[bnichols93]

I am currently trying to find another USAR Soldier accepted into the WO Flight Program with as many problems as me. I was accepted in Feb. of 2005 and I am atteding WOCS in January(after 4 course cancellations) BUT they are sending me back home to sit until 2007 when a Flight School slot opens up. The Army it seems has created a problem with having plenty of candidates but not enough schools to train them. Although flying helicopters for the Army is life long goal my current civilian employment pays the bills. I briefly mentioned switching to the Active Component and the Reserve Componant almost removed me from the program just for mentioning it. They don't want me vacating a slot. Anyways, I am now having to get another Class 1A Flight Physical because my old one will expire. THis is not a big deal but as a Reserve Soldier in the Medical Corp I am recieving virtually no assistance. The unit I am supposed to be transfered to is in no hurry to take me on and my current unit (medical) doesn't know what to do with me so I have no job but to sit and wait for school. I am not trying to run down the Reserve system but I do want to warn those aspiring to get into the Reserve Flight Program that it is a rollercoaster ride that may take years to even get to school. If anyone has anything to add please write back with comments or even advice.

Thanks for your time,

P.S.
SHOULD HAVE WENT ACTIVE