I know that Bobo Craxi (son of the former italian PM) got in the airforce wearing glasses (no as pilot though) and a friend of mine did not get in because his big toe is few degrees off!!!!
I was not even considered because i am allergic to peas!!!
In all these corps YOU MUST KNOW SOMEONE, my former instructor was accepted in AMI academy (he knew a general) as pilot, but was refused at the medical for the Guardia di Finanza academy!!!!!!! He could fly a jet but not drive a giulietta....
Obviuosly is a contest of power, 30 years ago a Maresciallo would be able to help you, now you need a general and a politician probably. Don't get me started on the recommendation please!!!! i have 100s of stories....
Last edited by cplpilot; 21st September 2005 at 15:46.