Originally Posted by
CaptUnderhill
Okay.....kind of the same thing. So, since you actually have military experience as your screen name implies, why don't you go ahead and give a realistic picture? I hear from most people that the military route is the best.
It is a great route - one that I would highly encourage.
The skills you acquire relate well to the professional flying world - and NOT just the airlines.
A realistic picture of the points on which you were incorrect. Ok
You are paid for being a military officer. Your job entails flying an aircraft.
The pay scales are in the link that I posted. There are extra monies included for various entitlements/bonuses/etc.... Like most government jobs - you can live well, but you won't get rich.
Under the current retirement system - after you have served 20 years you get a guaranteed retirement. That system is under strong scrutiny at the present time and it is a general opinion that it will not be in place much longer.