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Resolved Question: If I join the Marines, will I ever get to see my wife?

Okay, so I want to join the military, specifically the Marines. I want to be an Air Traffic Controller. Now, if I pack the gear to become a Marine, will I ever be able to see my wife? I know that service members, especially Marines, do not like these kind of questions. I'm still going to join a branch either way, and I will not have kids until my contract is up. I'm just asking because I want to know.Thank you Justin LThank you all for your answers. I hope I get deployed at least once, so I can see what I'm made of. But it's nice to see that I will be able to see my wife at least once a week unless I'm deployed.Thank you, Bull, and thank you to all of the military members who are answering my question, thank you for your service, and to the military wives, thank you for standing by your husband and supporting him. more

Resolved Question: What opportunities are there for women in Aviation?

This is a serious question so I will only consider serious answers. I would like to ask what studies and work positions are there to work in the industry excluding this options: Commercial Pilot Aeronautical engineer Air traffic controller For instance, does someone need to be an engineer of the aviation field to become an air safety investigator? What have people who work in the National Transportation Safety Board studied? Please, only answer if you're well-informed on the subject. Thank you very much. more

Voting Question: Air Force Enlisted Jobs?

I am turning 17 this august and still am in high school, therefore i am planning to enter the air force through the softbook program. I have talked to my recruiter and even though I am dying to be a firefighter in the AF, I know the job is very hard to get a spot in even though I volunteer now at a station will have have FF I and FF II cert. by the time I graduate next june. Anyways I need to pick 4 jobs as a member of the Softbook program. One is for sure fire protection apprentice I like to help people and to make an actual difference. I also want something that has a good translation to civilian life. I was thinking possibly as the other three: Chaplain Assistant(I dont know much about this, is it or is it not a combat job?) Aerospace Maintenance/ Jet Mechanic/Crew Chief Emergency Management/Readiness Aerospace Propulsions Systems Air Traffic Controller Security Forces Integrated Avionics Systems space systems Intel (Dreams of one day working in the CIA) Crypto linguist (I am Greek and am interested in learning Greek, but I know that Arabic is in high demand, I wouldnt mind learning this, and maybe I could get stationed at souda bay in crete,greece...just a thought) Airfield Transportation/Management aerospace physiology(I know nothing about this job) SERE,EOD and PJ [probably more of impulse choices] If I had to pick today i would put: Fire Protection apprentice intel emergency management/readiness Air Traffic control or crypto linguist or airfield management Thank You and God Bless. What is harder to become SERE, EOD, or PJ? PS: I have also thought about the coast guard as an AST (Aviation Survival Technician) and more minor as Damage controlman Also, How much time do you have between tech school graduation and base assignment?Although I would still appreciate info on the other jobs I've listed, I have pretty much narrowed it down to: Fire Protecction Intel (what is the difference between this and network intel 1n4) Air Traffic Control Emergency Management Crypto Linguist Airfield management more

Resolved Question: Becoming an Air Traffic Controller Questions?

First of all, I have a green card (Perminant Resident Card) I want to become a ATC (Air Traffic Controller) I was planning to become a ATC via Air Force but i just read that u MUST be a US Citizen to enlist to this career What I was thinking was, since by joining the US air force, u get a citizenship so it didn't matter 1. Is this true that I can't enlist as a ATC career in US Air Force? 2. If so, can I join the military and become a US citizen then go to FAA approved college and later go to FAA's Oklahoma training place??? 3. Does FAA certified schools also require US Citizenships to take their classes? The main reason I wanted to join the Air Force was because I believed it was the best way and that I will receive best training to become a Air Traffic Controller after I retire so if I can't do that it'll be pretty unworthy for me to join Anyways, also can anyone also recommend me a path? Or,, do u think I have to give up my dream as a air traffic officer? Thx :) more

Resolved Question: Advice on Air Force Jobs?

I am turning 17 this august and still am in high school, therefore i am planning to enter the air force through the softbook program. I have talked to my recruiter and even though I am dying to be a firefighter in the AF, I know the job is very hard to get a spot in even though I volunteer now at a station will have have FF I and FF II cert. by the time I graduate next june. Anyways I need to pick 4 jobs as a member of the Softbook program. One is for sure fire protection apprentice I like to help people and to make an actual difference. I also want something that has a good translation to civilian life. I was thinking possibly as the other three: Chaplain Assistant(I dont know much about this, is it or is it not a combat job?) Aerospace Maintenance/ Jet Mechanic/Crew Chief Emergency Management/Readiness Aerospace Propulsions Systems Air Traffic Controller Security Forces Integrated Avionics Systems space systems Intel (Dreams of one day working in the CIA) Crypto linguist (I am Greek and am interested in learning Greek, but I know that Arabic is in high demand, I wouldnt mind learning this, and maybe I could get stationed at souda bay in crete,greece...just a thought) Airfield Transportation/Management aerospace physiology(I know nothing about this job) SERE,EOD and PJ [probably more of impulse choices] If I had to pick today i would put: Fire Protection apprentice integrated avionics systems Intel Air Traffic control or crypto linguist or Chaplain Assistant Thank You and God Bless. What is harder to become SERE, EOD, or PJ? PS: I have also thought about the coast guard as an AST (Aviation Survival Technician) and more minor as Damage controlmanAlso, How much time do you have between tech school graduation and base assignment? more

Resolved Question: Is becoming an air traffic controller for me?

Well I have an Uncle who says that this field is desperately looking for people, but I dont know if this is for me. Should I check it out or just pass and go to college? more

Resolved Question: What Air Force Job/MOS do you recommend?

I am turning 17 this august and still am in high school, therefore i am planning to enter the air force through the softbook program. I have talked to my recruiter and even though I am dying to be a firefighter in the AF, I know the job is very hard to get a spot in even though I volunteer now at a station will have have FF I and FF II cert. by the time I graduate next june. Anyways I need to pick 4 jobs as a member of the Softbook program. One is for sure fire protection apprentice. I do not like to do paper pushing jobs or sit in an office all day. I like to do hands-on, challenging, and interesting NON-COMBAT jobs. More than anything though, I like to help people and to make a difference. I also want something that has a good translation to civilian life. I was thinking possibly as the other three: Chaplain Assistant(I dont know much about this, is it or is it not a combat job?) Aerospace Maintenance/ Jet Mechanic/Crew Chief Emergency Management/Readiness Aerospace Propulsions Systems Air Traffic Controller Security Forces Integrated Avionics Systems space systems Intel (Dreams of one day working in the CIA) Airfield Transportation/Management aerospace physiology(I know nothing about this job) SERE,EOD and PJ [probably more of impulse choices] If I had to pick today i would put: Fire Protection apprentice integrated avionics systems Intel Air Traffic control or PJ or Chaplain Assistant Thank You and God Bless. What is harder to become SERE, EOD, or PJ? PS: I have also thought about the coast guard as an AST (Aviation Survival Technician) and more minor as Damage controlman more

Resolved Question: Does the FAA decide where you work?

My step-dad is in the Air Force and they decide where you have to live. ( right now we're in Oklahoma, UGH ) I'll be graduating high school in January and soon after I'd like to start school at Mt. SAC to become an Air Traffic Controller. Since 90% of Air Traffic Controllers work for the FAA, that's what I plan to do. My question is, does the FAA have the power to assign you anywhere in the US like the military does, or is it just like any other job where I can apply at whatever location I want to work at? I'd like to stay in southern California. more

Resolved Question: Air Force MOS/Job Selection?

I am turning 17 this august and still am in high school, therefore i am planning to enter the air force through the softbook program. I have talked to my recruiter and even though I am dying to be a firefighter in the AF, I know the job is very hard to get a spot in even though I volunteer now at a station will have have FF I and FF II cert. by the time I graduate next june. Anyways I need to pick 4 jobs as a member of the Softbook program. One is for sure fire protection apprentice. I do not like to do paper pushing jobs or sit in an office all day. I like to do hands-on, challenging, and interesting NON-COMBAT jobs. More than anything though, I like to help people and to make a difference. I also want something that has a good translation to civilian life. I was thinking possibly as the other three: Chaplain Assistant(I dont know much about this, is it or is it not a combat job?) Aerospace Maintenance/ Jet Mechanic/Crew Chief Emergency Management/Readiness Aerospace Propulsions Systems Air Traffic Controller Security Forces Integrated Avionics Systems space systems Intel (Dreams of one day working in the CIA) aerospace physiology(I know nothing about this job) SERE,EOD and PJ [probably more of impulse choices] If I had to pick today i would put: Fire Protection apprentice integrated avionics systems Chaplain Assistant Intel And Maybe...SERE Thank You and God Bless. What is harder to become SERE, EOD, or PJ PS: I have also thought about the coast guard as an AST (Aviation Survival Technician) and more minor as Damage controlman more

Voting Question: Air Force AFSC/Job Selection Help?

I am turning 17 this august and still am in high school, therefore i am planning to enter the air force through the softbook program. I have talked to my recruiter and even though I am dying to be a firefighter in the AF, I know the job is very hard to get a spot in even though I volunteer now at a station will have have FF I and FF II cert. by the time I graduate next june. Anyways I need to pick 4 jobs as a member of the Softbook program. One is for sure fire protection apprentice. I do not like to do paper pushing jobs or sit in an office all day. I like to do hands-on, challenging, and interesting NON-COMBAT jobs. More than anything though, I like to help people and to make a difference. I also want something that has a good translation to civilian life. I was thinking possibly as the other three: Chaplain Assistant(I dont know much about this, is it or is it not a combat job?) Aerospace Maintenance/ Jet Mechanic/Crew Chief Emergency Management/Readiness Aerospace Propulsions Systems Air Traffic Controller Security Forces Integrated Avionics Systems space systems aerospace physiology(I know nothing about this job) SERE,EOD and PJ [probably more of impulse choices] If I had to pick today i would put: Fire Protection apprentice Crew Chief/aerospace maintenance integrated avionics systems Chaplain Assistant Thank You and God Bless. BTW, What is harder to become SERE, EOD, or PJ PS: I have also thought about the coast guard as an AST (Aviation Survival Technician) and more minor as Damage controlmanAlso I have have thought about going into Intel, as one day I would possibly want to work in the CIA. more

Resolved Question: What do i do in US air force if i want to switch jobs?

i know the USAF picks its men and woman by the needs of the air force so if i want one job i might not get it and get assigned to an other. But my question is 2 questions really. im hoping to maybe major in aerospace engineering and after that do rotc to get into the air force but what will happen with my degree and my job that will be given. Im pretty sure im not gonna get assigned to Security forces or etc with an engineering degree. But does the us air force give me the job based on what my degree. Like if i have an communications degree i might become an air traffic controller or etc. Also what do i do if i get let's say 1 job but i want the other? im not going to say..fuck it...ill stick to it..cause its the needs of the air force and i want to help..but i mean am i able to file a request that if a position opens up in another field..and there is more people in my field than are needed..i can be switched? please i can use some information about this more

Resolved Question: Is 29 to late to try and become an Air Traffic Controller?

I am 28 but turning 29 in october I am 28 but turning 29 in octoberI wanted to become an Air Traffic Controller so i joined the National Guard for the free College, when i got home from Bootcamp i got deployed right away. While on my deployement i got seriously injured and have been held on Active Duty fo medical reasons (going on 3 years now) now that i am just about to get release with a Med Disability of greater than 30% i started looking into the Air Traffic Controller school again but i dont think that i will hit the 30 yr old cut off date. I joined the Army NG as an Infantryman so i have no experience with Aircrafts besides being dropped into the middle of nowhere overseas by helicopters. so i guess my questioin is, should i just forget about it or is there a faster way i can get through the school or programs.... or is there a veterans benifit somewhere which says that the age limit doesnt apply? im sure there are some questions i forgot to ask about this but i think everyone will get what im asking for thanks in advance brianI am 28 but turning 29 in october more

Voting Question: How to become a air traffic controller?

Voting Question: how to become air traffic controller in india...?

i want to know the place were it s thought and how to get into such college..thanks more

Resolved Question: i need help with this questions?

2 points Save The doctrine that government should take an active role in guiding and regulating the economy is called interventionism. progressivism. populism. institutionalism. activism. Question 14 2 points Save The idea that competition and the laws of supply and demand would control behavior and assure that self-interest did not get out of hand, was first posited by John Maynard Keynes. Alan Greenspan. David Ricardo. John Locke. Adam Smith. Question 15 2 points Save ________ theorized that deficit spending by a government could supplement the total demand for goods and services and help maintain high levels of spending, production, and employment. Franklin Delano Roosevelt John Maynard Keynes Milton Friedman Adam Smith John Locke Question 16 2 points Save What legislation did Congress enact in 1980 to clean up hazardous waste sites? the Comprehensive Omnibus Biohazard Reclamation Act (COBRA) the Love Canal Act the Viacom Gilman Eagle Mine Act Superfund legislation the Birds of Prey Act Question 17 2 points Save According to public opinion polls, Americans want to reduce the budget deficit. cut domestic nondefense spending. balance the budget. spend more on education, health care, and economic development. All of these. Question 18 2 points Save The Telecommunications Act of 1996 led to the consolidation of radio station ownership. hiring freeze of contract workers. air traffic controllers strike. introduction of the V-chip. rise of the internet. Question 19 2 points Save The first action of the New Deal was directed at the financial system; the major New Deal banking law was the Agricultural Adjustment Act. Works Progress Administration. Glass-Steagall Act. Federal Reserve Act. Depression Reduction Act. Question 20 2 points Save Which of the following was NOT a factor that contributed to the surge of social regulation in the late 1960s and early 1970s? group-based social activism public awareness of hazards associated with modern products members of Congress saw an opportunity to enhance their reelection prospects by championing such causes business became much more greedy, thus prompting a backlash presidential support Question 21 2 points Save Taxes on imports used to raise government revenue and to protect infant industries are import taxes. industry taxes. revenue taxes. tariffs. embargo taxes. Question 22 2 points Save The first international organization created to keep the peace after World War I was the World Peace Foundation. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. League of Nations. United Nations. Nations of Peace. Question 23 2 points Save The policy in which the United States would supply arms and equipment to countries but not send American soldiers was called the War on Communism. Nixon Doctrine. Crisis Politics. Policy of Limited Engagement. Supply Engagement. Question 24 2 points Save The policy of using preemptive military action against a perceived threat to U.S. interests is known as the Powell Doctrine. Bush Doctrine. Carter Doctrine. Reagan Doctrine. Scrowcroft Doctrine plz help mw with anyof qustions you know big help for me..really really thank ful Question 25 2 points Save The first peacetime military treaty organization the Americans joined was the League of Nations. International Criminal Court. North Atlantic Treaty Organization. United Nations. Asian Security Cooperation Treaty. more

Resolved Question: Can you be a dual citizen and be an Air Traffic Controller?

I'm a dual citizen but I don't want to lose my other citizenship to become an Air Traffic Controller. By the way, this is pertaining to being an Air Traffic Controller in the US. more

Voting Question: How important is it to celebrate a baby's 1st b-day?

my baby will be turning 1 in a few weeks and i'm still debating having a b-day party or not. Right now my husband is away due to training to become an Air Traffic Controller and he won't be back for a couple of months so he won't be here for her birthday. If he was here i would definitely have a party cause i see it as an big accomplishment that we've kept our baby alive and healthy this long after being told right from the start of our pregnancy that she might not make it. But it's sad for me he's not here to share it the celebration of her life with our friends and family... what would you do in my situation? more

Voting Question: Can I change carrers in the air force after I become a citizen? I am currently a permanent resident.?

I was an international student and recently received permanent residency. I will be joining the US Air Force soon. I'm interested in becoming an Air Traffic Controler but I believe you need to be a US citizen for that job. Can I join now doing another job, such as aerospace ground support, and once I receive my citizenship; change careers to become and air traffic controller? Or, once you select a job; that is what you're stuck with for the enlisted term?? more

Voting Question: Help with my future career of an Air Traffic Controller.?

My sister went to a school for being a flight attendant. They then sent her to another training course for the airline she would be working for. She said she learned everything in the training course that she did in her school. She said the school and money she spent was pointless. I'm currently going to school to be an Air Traffic Controller and have a Bachelors of science. I was told after i graduate I have to go back to training anyways. I was wondering if there was any way to go straight to training. This way I can start my career ASAP and become successful. As my sister did. Any help is greatly appreciated. Thanks to all!! more

Resolved Question: Is the fundamental division in the US race, gender, or class?

This article says that class is the fundamental category of significance in American society. What say you? Here's the link to the article, and an excerpt, below it. http://www.wsws.org/articles/2009/may2009/pers-m28.shtml The Democratic Party became the principal vehicle for peddling the politics of race and gender, recruiting a layer of black, female and Hispanic politicians who engage in populist demagogy that uses race and gender to counterfeit an orientation to the interests of the oppressed masses of American society.... Barack Obama is the culmination of this process. Celebrated as the first African-American president, he has overseen the greatest handover of resources to the billionaires and Wall Street speculators in history. In the restructuring of the auto industry, with ever-escalating demands for cuts in jobs, pay and benefits for auto workers, he has set the stage for the greatest assault on the working class since the Reagan administration smashed the PATCO air traffic controllers strike in 1981 and gave the signal for a nationwide campaign of wage-cutting and union-busting. In this, Obama demonstrates that the class he serves, not the color of his skin or his social origins, is the decisive political factor. more

Resolved Question: Need serious history help please??????????

5. What was a key element of Reagan's plan to meet the economic crisis in 1981? (Points: 1) raising taxes to pay for government programs raising interest rates to curb inflation lowering interest rates to encourage home buying regulating savings and loans to avoid further crises 6. What was one benefit some economists believed would result from supply-side economics? (Points: 1) more jobs as individuals and businesses spent their tax savings lower interest rates for home mortgages and new automobiles greater profits for large corporations increased money for social programs 7. Which was not an economic issue associated with Reaganomics? (Points: 1) large budget deficits tripling of the national debt increased inflation increased inequality between rich and poor 8. What happened after the Reagan administration loosened regulations on savings and loan institutions (S&Ls)? (Points: 1) People had more investment opportunities. Many S&Ls made bad loans and went bankrupt. The S&Ls and their customers saw greater long-term profits. The entire banking industry suffered as people pulled their money out of banks. 9. What was one result of environmental deregulation during the Reagan years? (Points: 1) Oil companies discovered many new sources of oil to reduce dependence on foreign oil. Private logging firms made national forests more accessible to people. Mining companies opened new kinds of mines that allowed them to reduce pollution. Millions of acres of public land were opened to private drilling, mining, and logging. 10. Why were many conservatives in favor of government deregulation? (Points: 1) They thought the number of regulations had become excessive and hurt businesses. They believed that government had no authority to regulate any aspect of business or industry. They thought deregulation would help reduce inflation. They wanted to increase tax rates and save money by deregulating. 11. Who is Sandra Day O'Connor? (Points: 1) the secretary of the interior during Reagan's first term the first woman Supreme Court justice the president of the air traffic controllers union the first woman secretary of state 12. What was the difference between traditional views of the Cold War and Reagan's view of it? (Points: 1) Reagan wanted to eliminate communism, not merely contain it. Reagan wanted a closer affiliation with communist nations. Reagan did not view communism as a threat at all. Reagan hoped that his foreign policy would persuade countries to give up communism. 13. Who did not protest communism? (Points: 1) Alexander Solzhenitsyn and Andrei Sakharov Lech Walesa and Solidarity British prime minister Margaret Thatcher Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev 14. What was the Reagan Doctrine? (Points: 1) a plan to form alliances with as many nations as possible a program to oppose communism in all circumstances a way to limit the U.S. military as an example to other nations a strategy to open U.S. air bases in Pakistan and Afghanistan 15. Which was not a place where the United States took action to support the Reagan Doctrine? (Points: 1) Nicaragua Grenada Lebanon Venezuela 16. What was Ronald Reagan's weapons strategy? (Points: 1) a continuation of the mutually assured destruction (MAD) theory a conventional and nuclear military buildup that the Soviets could not afford a wait-and-see attitude to determine what other nations would do an increased emphasis on nuclear weapons rather than conventional weapons 17. Who was Mikhail Gorbachev? (Points: 1) a Soviet leader who wanted to restructure the Soviet economy a Polish leader who overthrew communism a Soviet leader who increased the arsenal of nuclear weapons a Polish leader who became Pope John Paul II 18. How did reforms in the Soviet Union affect relations with the United States? (Points: 1) The Soviet Union remained determined to become more powerful than the United States. Relations between the two nations grew tenser as the Soviet economy suffered. Talks were held and an arms limitation strategy was agreed upon. The Soviet Union allied with the United States in the Middle East. 19. In the Iran-Contra scandal, Reagan administration officials secretly sold weapons to Iran in a failed attempt to gain the release of American hostages. That activity violated U.S. policy. What did the Reag more

Resolved Question: How exciting and enjoyable is being an Air traffic controller?

Its always been in my mind, and has seemed like an option for me, but I am just a little skeptical that it is boring. I KNOW IT"S STRESSFUL! But otherwise , for air traffic controllers, do you get a sense of pride out of what your doing? whats exciting about the job? any thing else you might want to add? if i do choose to become an ATC, i would most likely go through the air force. more

Resolved Question: us history someone please help me?

1. Which was not a reason for Carter's low approval ratings in 1980? (Points: 1) economic problems Iran hostage crisis lack of confidence in the president Camp David Accords 2. Besides lower taxes and smaller government, what did Ronald Reagan's political agenda include? (Points: 1) social programs to help the poor a strong military a reduction in nuclear arms improvements in Medicare 3. By 1980 many Americans wanted a smaller federal government, lower taxes, and a strong military. How did those issues influence politics in 1980? (Points: 1) There was a shift to the right to more conservative views. There was a shift to the left to more liberal views. The political climate did not change. Voters did not know who to turn to. 4. Which was not an issue in the 1980 election? (Points: 1) hostages in Iran confidence in the leadership the economy social programs 5. What was a key element of Reagan's plan to meet the economic crisis in 1981? (Points: 1) raising taxes to pay for government programs raising interest rates to curb inflation lowering interest rates to encourage home buying regulating savings and loans to avoid further crises 6. What was one benefit some economists believed would result from supply-side economics? (Points: 1) more jobs as individuals and businesses spent their tax savings lower interest rates for home mortgages and new automobiles greater profits for large corporations increased money for social programs 7. Which was not an economic issue associated with Reaganomics? (Points: 1) large budget deficits tripling of the national debt increased inflation increased inequality between rich and poor 8. What happened after the Reagan administration loosened regulations on savings and loan institutions (S&Ls)? (Points: 1) People had more investment opportunities. Many S&Ls made bad loans and went bankrupt. The S&Ls and their customers saw greater long-term profits. The entire banking industry suffered as people pulled their money out of banks. 9. What was one result of environmental deregulation during the Reagan years? (Points: 1) Oil companies discovered many new sources of oil to reduce dependence on foreign oil. Private logging firms made national forests more accessible to people. Mining companies opened new kinds of mines that allowed them to reduce pollution. Millions of acres of public land were opened to private drilling, mining, and logging. 10. Why were many conservatives in favor of government deregulation? (Points: 1) They thought the number of regulations had become excessive and hurt businesses. They believed that government had no authority to regulate any aspect of business or industry. They thought deregulation would help reduce inflation. They wanted to increase tax rates and save money by deregulating. 11. Who is Sandra Day O'Connor? (Points: 1) the secretary of the interior during Reagan's first term the first woman Supreme Court justice the president of the air traffic controllers union the first woman secretary of state 12. What was the difference between traditional views of the Cold War and Reagan's view of it? (Points: 1) Reagan favored eliminating communism, not merely containing it. Reagan wanted a closer affiliation with communist nations. Reagan did not view communism as a threat at all. Reagan hoped that his foreign policy would persuade people to give up communism. 13. Who did not protest communism? (Points: 1) Alexander Solzhenitsyn and Andrei Sakharov Lech Walesa and Solidarity British prime minister Margaret Thatcher Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev 14. What was the Reagan Doctrine? (Points: 1) forming alliances with as many nations as possible opposing communism in all circumstances limiting the U.S. military as an example to other nations opening new air bases in Pakistan and Afghanistan 15. What was Ronald Reagan's weapons strategy? (Points: 1) a continuation of the mutually assured destruction (MAD) theory a conventional and nuclear military buildup that the Soviets could not afford a wait-and-see attitude to determine what other nations would do an increased emphasis on nuclear weapons rather than conventional weapons 16. Who was Mikhail Gorbachev? (Points: 1) the Soviet leader who wanted to restructure the Soviet more

Resolved Question: please help me with us history?

Resolved Question: Air traffic control education, training, ect?

I have never realistically seen myself with a specific job (I'm 17, junior) that I could handle, enjoy, ect. until today, POSSIBLY. At first, I was just throwing out ideas, but then I came across air traffic controller. Is it hard to become an air traffic controller? Because in the next 10 years, a large percentage of them will be retiring, which would be perfect for my age, since a huge percentage of air traffic controllers start when they are in their 20s, (I believe you must start before 31, as in like against the law to apply after that age). Only 13 colleges teach this, but it just so happens that one of them is only about an hour away in my home state! (Danial Webster University in Nashua, New Hampshire). That would be great since it would be much cheaper and close to home. If you receive your degree you are automatically put on an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) hiring list. Yet I don't know what classes I must be good at in order to do this (I am a low B student, but I go to a great high school which was recognized as the 999th best public school in the entire country,the only one chosen in New Hampshire, which should help). My mother also knows an air traffic controller at Manchester Airport, and I'm sure I could visit, and possibly even receive an internship or something so that I can learn this field early. Yet am I wasting my time wishing this? How hard is it to become an air traffic controller? The outlook in the future seems great, unlike 99% of other jobs in our country. The pay seems great, it doubles after 10 years, and the average salary is over $100,000 after 20 years. Just tell me what you think about this idea. Once, if I receive this education, I would be willing to move to a populated area to receive a job. THANK YOU for reading this, I know it was kind of long. more

Resolved Question: can someone tell me if these are right?

Which was not an issue in the 1980 election? (Points: 1) hostages in Iran confidence in the leadership the economy social programs (my answer) What was a key element of Reagan's plan to meet the economic crisis in 1981? (Points: 1) raising taxes to pay for government programs raising interest rates to curb inflation lowering interest rates to encourage home buying regulating savings and loans to avoid further crises(my answer) What was one benefit some economists believed would result from supply-side economics? (Points: 1) more jobs as individuals and businesses spent their tax savings lower interest rates for home mortgages and new automobiles greater profits for large corporations(my guess) increased money for social programs Which was not an economic issue associated with Reaganomics? (Points: 1) large budget deficits tripling of the national debt increased inflation increased inequality between rich and poor(my answer) What happened after the Reagan administration loosened regulations on savings and loan institutions (S&Ls)? (Points: 1) People had more investment opportunities.(my answer) Many S&Ls made bad loans and went bankrupt. The S&Ls and their customers saw greater long-term profits. The entire banking industry suffered as people pulled their money out of banks. What was one result of environmental deregulation during the Reagan years? (Points: 1) Oil companies discovered many new sources of oil to reduce dependence on foreign oil. Private logging firms made national forests more accessible to people. Mining companies opened new kinds of mines that allowed them to reduce pollution. Millions of acres of public land were opened to private drilling, mining, and logging. i do not know this one Why were many conservatives in favor of government deregulation? (Points: 1) They thought the number of regulations had become excessive and hurt businesses. They believed that government had no authority to regulate any aspect of business or industry. They thought deregulation would help reduce inflation.(my answer) They wanted to increase tax rates and save money by deregulating. Who is Sandra Day O'Connor? (Points: 1) the secretary of the interior during Reagan's first term the first woman Supreme Court justice(my answer) the president of the air traffic controllers union the first woman secretary of state more

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Voting Question: Which one of these 3 careers should I do?

Ok, so I am looking in to what I want to be when I grow up.. and these are the three options: 1: Airline Pilot. I have always wanted to be an airline pilot, and I love to fly. I am worried about the hours and job stability though... Either way, if I do or dont become an airline pilot, I am going to get my private license. So if I do become an airline pilot, whats the pay, and schooling? And any other info... 2. Air Traffic Controller: I have been recommended by a few pilots to become an ATC. What is their pay like? What hours are they usually working? Whats the schooling like? Is it a fun job? And any other info... 3. Radiologist. I have also always wanted to be a doctor. I researched all the doctor fields and this one looked the most appealing to me. My questions are what is the schooling like? What is the pay like? Is it fun? And any other info... more

Resolved Question: Which branch of Military to join for Air Traffic Controller?

I was wondering upon graduating from high school I would like to enlist in the military to become an air traffic controller. Which branch would be the best option for me? Once I enlisted would they pay for my training, or would I go to college on my own? could someone walk through the steps to become an ATC in the military. Thanks in advance more

Resolved Question: I am interested in becoming an air traffic controller. What steps should I take?

I am currently in the US Army, stationed in Okinawa, Japan. My job has to do with air defense artillery. What I do in particular I can't really say, but it's sort of like air traffic controlling, except reversed. I heard word that what I do can be transferred over to the civilian world as an air traffic controller, and I just was looking for more information on how to get into that field. I have some time still. I am going to be here for another 2 years before I can join a reserve unit and come home. I just like to plan ahead. more

Resolved Question: How to become an air traffic controller?

Voting Question: what score on the asvab do i have to make to become an air traffic controller?

i dont get the way the scale is graded im confused and i just wanna know what score i need to become an air traffic controller more

Resolved Question: Air Traffic Controller?

What do i need to become a ATC for Princess Juliana International Airport more

Voting Question: Does anyone know what are the first steps into becoming an Air Traffic Controller?

Hi, its been my dream since childhood to become involved in aerospace. Could anyone give any information about courses and locations for them. Thank you!! more

Resolved Question: want to become air traffic controller, whats the best route in the af to get there?

reserves, active, both? just graduated high school if that helps more

Resolved Question: What steps do i need to take to become an Air Traffic Controller?

Finishing my first year at community college and wanted to know what steps from scratch you need to take to become an ATC in Miami,FL? more

Resolved Question: Trying to become an Air Traffic Controller need help?

Hey everyone, i have my CTO written but no CTO license and was told that if i can work or become some kind of intern at an non- FAA control tower, i would be able to get my license. any idea on how get an opportunity at a non- faa tower? more

Resolved Question: Is anyone out there an air traffic controller? I'm considering wanting to become one?

First off; I LOVE flying. I personally think it's awesome. I want to be a Pilot; but the chances of that are really slim. :/ But I do want to do something in the field of Aviation. So I'm thinking ATC; would it be a good idea to get my Pilot's license? So here are my Questions: How many hours a day does one work? Are Hours flexible? I know you have to be under 30 or 31 to be a candidate to be a ATC; does that mean you can only be a ATC until you are 31? Can you move up in the industry? Is it really that stressful? Starting out to you make good money; or does that come later on? Any other things I ought to know would be great. I plan to study up on Avionics this summer (I know Geeky XD ) To get a better understanding of the world of Flying. :] more

Resolved Question: how do people become air traffic controller?

Resolved Question: How do you become an air traffic controller?

I have a friend who really wants to be an air traffic controller. What are the first steps? We've found info about collegiate programs, but he's already got a Bachelors and masters degree in business. Do you have to go to school for it before you go to OKC for the training? Also, What is the pay scale, benefits and schedule like? Please, only people with experience. We've seen all of the website material, I'm looking for a personal experience perspective. Thanks. more

Voting Question: Interested in becoming an air traffic controller, do you recommend?

I am an 18 year old female and I am interested in becoming an air traffic controller. My 20 year old boyfriend wants to do the same. Is there any air traffic controllers out there that would recommend this or have any advice for us?? As for if the classes are too hard, if you like your job, pay salary, etc. that would be great, Thanks!! more

Resolved Question: How would you go about becoming an ATC in the USMC?

How could you become an air traffic controller in the Marine Corps? What are the requirements?Thank you. I didn't want to see a recruiter because all the Marine recruiters know me since I am the girlfriend of a previous recruit, who is now a Marine... This is still an if-y decision I have yet to make, and I still have 2 more years until I have to make my final decision... Also, do you have to be an officer to become an ATC or can you be an enlistee? Just wondering... more

Voting Question: How hard is it to become an airline pilot and how hard is it to be a pilot?

After reading about the top paying jobs in America, working in aviation as a pilot, air traffic controller, etc. was at the top of the list. It was surprising to me and also interesting and i was wondering therefore how hard it is to become a pilot and when you become when is it a worthwhile and difficult career? more

Resolved Question: Should I follow on becoming an airline pilot?

Not many airlines are hiring right now, and it seems many do not become airline pilots. So, since I'm in still early in my high school, should I follow on to be an airline pilot, or is it better to play it safe and become something like an air traffic controller which I'm also interested in. Thanks, especially to the pilots. more

Voting Question: Becoming an Air Traffic Controller in America?

I'm English, British citizen. Is it possible? more

Voting Question: How do I become an air traffic controller?

Where are there programs available to learn this profession? more

Resolved Question: What work experience can I do (aviation)?

I want to become an Air Traffic Controller, so what will be best for my work expearience? - I am 15 years old. Thanks more

Resolved Question: how can i get a job with the FAA?

I am intersted in working for the FAA. I was not in the service and i have no experince in this field at all. I have an associates degree in general studies. I was looking at air traffic control but when i tried to apply it said you had to have a certain degree to apply. Does anyone have any useful information about any of this? Can I still become a air traffic controller with my degree? Is there anything else i can apply for just to get my foot in the door? Any input would be useful. Thanks. more

Resolved Question: I live in Derry (N.Ireland) & want 2 become an Air Traffic Controller!where is the closest training college?

Is there any Air Traffic Control training college's in N.Ireland? I cant find any online. Or can anyone suggest how i might become one? thanks more

Resolved Question: security clearance pertaining to a convicted felon?

I know A person can get into the military with A felony conviction.But what about becoming an Air Traffic Controller more