In this essay I will discuss how my life led me to a career in the United States Air Force, outline my most important experiences while serving, and describe how I contribute to the larger Air Force mission. My personal Air Force story began with a strong family tradition of military service. My great-uncle, whom I never knew, served as an infantryman during World War I. My grandfather served in the Navy as a flight instructor during World War II, training pilots who went on to win the war against
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing,” spoken by Helen Keller, and this is my life motto. Aerospace, aeronautics, space flight, engineering, and mathematics intrigue my inner mind, and is a signal to what my career shall be. Aspiring to be a ranked officer pilot for the United States Air Force, I realize science and math will be involved daily with my career. I am determined to attend the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs; duel majoring in aeronautic engineering and mathematics