Originally Posted by
HercDriver130
Yea, I think its been a LONG time since the airforce allowed O-3s to stay to 20..... very rare exceptions perhaps. Even In my day.. (85-92) it was an extremly rare then to see an O-3 near retirement.
I know a non-rated capt pushing 20. My last job there were a few pilots at that point. Passed over early 2000's but offered continuation. Interesting seeing a capt with command wings.
I agree with your larger point though, pretty rare and nothing to count on.