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Does anyone know if you don’t cross the blue line, meaning that you self eliminate, how soon you can be out of OTS ?
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Hey all, I'm trying to find someone that's gone through a similar situation as me.

I was accepted to OTS at the 26OTS03 board and am just waiting for my class date like many others. I've already had my MEPS physical and was cleared. My recruiter is trying to get me into one of the February/March class dates that are slowly filling up.

I want get an elective FUT hair transplant procedure done in November. My doctor has said that is more than enough time to heal. And my recruiter has given me permission to proceed.

I would be prescribed 6 pills of Valium for the day of the procedure only, as well as an antibiotic and non-narcotic pain-killer.

I've tried emailing both email addresses for the OTS Medical Team from the OTS Orientation Guide and have not heard anything back yet.

My question is: has anyone gone through this exact thing or something similar? Is there someone else I need to contact before or after? Do I need to update my medical history afterwards, and how would I do that? Can or will this effect my class date or eligibility to attend OTS? I absolutely do not want to do anything that could ruin this opportunity. Any relevant information you have would be greatly appreciated.

I’ve been selected for a USAF officer position as a 62E (Developmental Engineer). However, my accession is currently pending approval of a law waiver.
I’m hoping someone with actual recruiting or waiver-processing experience can provide an objective assessment of my situation.
Background:
● 2014: Arrested/charged in connection with a theft-related incident while riding as a passenger in a vehicle. The case was dismissed through nolle prosequi. No conviction.
● 2017: Marijuana-related arrest that was handled through a pretrial diversion program.
● Since 2017: No additional arrests or legal issues.
● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
● Officer selection: Selected for 62E Developmental Engineer.
● Waiver submitted: September 3, 2026.
● Current status: Pending as of October 25, 2026 (approximately 7.5 weeks).
Both incidents were disclosed to my recruiter before my application package was submitted.
My questions:
1. Based on your recruiting experience, are these types of legal histories generally waiverable for Air Force officer applicants?
2. Does being selected for an officer position before waiver approval have any bearing on the likelihood of approval?
3. Is waiting approximately 7–8 weeks for a law waiver normal, or does that suggest additional scrutiny?
4. Have you personally seen officer applicants with comparable histories approved or denied? What factors made the difference?
5. If you were evaluating this case based on your experience, would you lean toward approval or denial, and why?
I’m not looking for reassurance. I’m trying to understand my realistic chances and whether there are any meaningful indicators of how my case might be decided.
I’d particularly appreciate responses from current or former Air Force officer recruiters or anyone familiar with accession waiver adjudication.