What are the general qualifications to fly?
Note: To become a Pilot/Combat Systems Officer (CSO) in the Air Force you must have or be within 365 days of receiving a baccalaureate degree (BA or BS) awarded in any major. To apply for the Pilot/CSO Officer program you must have a GPA of at least 2.5 and take the AFOQT. If you have prior flight time, this is a major plus in being selected for a pilot or CSO slot. An applicant must apply and meet the selection board prior to age 28. There are strict vision and other physical requirements that an applicant must meet for selection as a pilot or CSO. Vision: • Normal color vision • Distant visual acuity to be not more than 20/70 each eye correctable to 20/20 • Meet refraction, accommodation and astigmatism requirements • Corrective eye surgery could be a disqualifier • Have no history of hay fever, asthma or allergies after age 12 • Meet Air Force weight and physical conditioning requirements • Have standing height of 64–77 inches and sitting height of 34–40 inches. For more information
