C-130 bases

[captdorn81]

I just graduated from college and I am becoming more interested in the Air Force Reserve or Guard. Im currenntly a poor flight instructor and am not in any hurry to get to the airlines. I really enjoy the mission of the C-130 and I was hoping someone might be able to tell me if they know where a great c-130 reserve base is. I would appreciate any insight on this or anything in general you might want to tell me. Thanks

 

[McGillicutty]

Before I got my AD slot I had considered applying with the 39th RQS (HC-130s) out of Patrick AFB, FL or the 193rd (EC-130J) out of Harrisburg, PA. Seems almost like there's at least one in every state. I met a girl (decent looking) when I was at the rock who was going to Channel Islands which would seem like a decent place to fly out of. Maybe they're still hiring!

 

[JDriver]

The C-130 Reserve Bases are:

Keesler AFB, Biloxi, MS
Maxwell AFB, Montgomery, AL
Dobbins ARB, Atlanta, GA
Pittsburgh
Willow Grove - On BRAC List
Milwaukee - On Brac List
Minneaopolis (sp?)
Duke Field, FL

Just google air force reserve and you will find more info. These are just the ones I can remember off hand. Remember, the Guard also flies C-130s.

 

[LearLove]

The KMDT (Harrisburg, PA) EC-130J unit is almost always hiring and they have alot of flying also. Hershey PA is a very nice/affordable area to live.

 

[LearLove]

Also CLT is gaining several aircraft from the brac.

 

[FlyingHigh262]

youngstown, ohio -afres
mansfield, ohio -ang

 

[JungleJett]

Kentucky (lousiville) ANG

Close to UPS......

 

[JDriver]

Speaking of Louisville. That is a mighty fine place to RON. Stay at the Marriott and stumble to and from 4th St. Live. The folks at the Guard treated my crew awesome.

 

[trashhauler]

There are C-130 guard and reserve bases in almost every state. I recommend the one that is closest to your home. You will find it easier to get hired if you are a local or have family ties to the area. Pilot training is a big expense to the unit and they generally want someone who will stay in the unit for a while if they put you through pilot training. A connection to the area means you are less likely to finish your training and move to another unit.

 

[captdorn81]

Thanks guys I will look into into all of those you have been more than helpfull.