I appreciate all of the comments. I heard some of the same things from a guy I work with, who is in the ANG, but not as a pilot. I think I'm going to focus on getting my degree done and then try for a pilot spot.

So networking right now is the best thing to do? The unit in my home state only has heavies--I would love to fly them too, but fighters has always been on my wish list. I guess I'll do what I can to make connections and try to get hired by a unit close by with the airplanes I want.


I'm still open to other advice as well.