Originally Posted by
LOCO33
Thanks, guys. This info is helpful since several of us are getting out of our squadron and moving on to the airlines, but we are all unsure of the VA medical piece and how it may affect the Class 1. We all have back/neck issues, but I'm assuming that half of the other airline pilots do as well. Our separation counselors are really pushing us to accomplish this step before getting out of the military.
+1. I have a VA claim in for my neck/back because it should rightfully be characterized as "service connected". I don't regret all the great flying I did in the Navy, but know it'll haunt me someday. So, I'll gladly accept any compensation for the pain that is coming as a result of it - and particularly as other retirement benefits are getting slashed.