Last year I discussed with my Skipper my plan and he supported the late July terminal date with the 1 Dec 14 retirement. With AD Navy it is not a guarantee that the Navy Personal Command will "fill" your position prior to your actual retirement, never mind your proposed terminal date. My relief is now onboard and I am excess .... I'll stay past my proposed terminal date and keep current. As Humbolt described I know a few guys that worked his program, all depends on your CoC and how bad they need you... as we all know there is a "business" to run and terminal LV is not a requirement; more of a luxury...may set your self up for a few bumps depending on your Boss.