Originally Posted by JollyF15

No disrespect to my civilian pilot friends, but my advice is to go to the military. The experience and contacts you make will pay off in a big way. Go serve your country, enjoy the great flying, and build your time up at the same time. I don't know the %'s here at FedEx, but I'd say it's well over 50% military pilots. If you choose to go the civilian route, best of luck. But I believe your chances of being hired at any major airline are increased by having a military flight background. Best of luck.

Jolly