<p>JK2014- I think that the sort of attitude we’re talking about comes from both the person internally and comes with the territory of being a fighter pilot. One has be almost cocky(a better word would probably be very confident) but still stay humble and not become pompous or self-indulged in order to lead and get the job done in the best manner. I grew up around fighter pilots and it is a whole different mentality, atleast that is apparent to me, from the heavy guys to the fighter guys. Not degrading the heavy guys just pointing out there is a different culture and mindset that comes with the fighter pilot “title”. I really think it starts with UPT because the highest ranked of the classes have to be great pilots, and to be a great pilot you have to be confident, and to be at the top of your class you have to be great as well as confident; these great pilots receive the fighters when track select comes around. </p>
<p>And yes, I did receive my appointment already, around Feb 5. I was kinda suprised how early it came because i was told early march. I know exactly how you feel…it sucks to wait around for that letter to come. Good Luck man.</p>