U.S. Military Struggling With Recruitment

The video discusses a high school student's experience at the U.S. Navy Summer Flight Academy and the broader challenges faced by the military in recruiting new members. With a tight civilian job market and the impact of the pandemic, military branches are struggling to meet recruitment goals. The Navy barely met its target, while the Army fell short. To address this, the military has increased enlistment age limits and offered bonuses. Congress is pressuring the Pentagon to enhance recruitment efforts. The video also highlights the importance of maintaining military size for national defense and showcases female pilots as role models.

What feeling does the Arizona high schooler associate with becoming a pilot?

• Excitement

• Boredom

• Fear

• Confusion

What major challenge is the military facing in recruiting new members?

• High unemployment rates

• A competitive civilian job market

• Lack of interest in military careers

• Too many recruits

How did the Navy manage to meet its recruitment goal?

• By lowering the enlistment age

• By increasing the maximum enlistment age

• By offering free education

• By reducing the number of recruits needed

What is one strategy mentioned to increase military recruitment?

• Shortening service terms

• Offering financial bonuses

• Increasing vacation days

• Reducing training requirements

What role do female pilots in the Navy Strike Fighter Squadron 213 play?

• They only fly cargo planes

• They are not allowed to fly combat missions

• They train new recruits

• They serve as role models for young girls