I just ate lunch with a 135 pilot from the NJ ANG (McGuire), who left the guard to come to my C-17 squadron in the Reserves at McGuire. He was bored flying the tanker and really likes the C-17. As far as cost of living goes, you get what you pay for..beaches, New York City/Philadelphia, skiing, casino's all within an hours drive...Where are you from? Any questions feel free to ask.