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Old 03-04-2015, 06:10 PM
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Lobaeux
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I did my 20, retired and am now at a major airline. I wouldn't trade those 20 years in the military for ANY seniority within the airline business.

Civilian airline flying is NOT like military flying just without the green flight suit. The life experiences, camaraderie and friendships you make in active duty can not be replicated on the civilian side. Not saying civilian airline flying isn't worthwhile, not saying it's not profitable or fun, it's great. And, I'm not trying to start an old, tired argument about military vs. civilian pilots. But, there's more to life than an excel spreadsheet comparing lifetime earnings.

I couldn't put a price tag on my military career, but it was worth way more to me than just a million bucks.

'Course, the Air Force isn't the same as when I first enlisted, nor when I retired two years ago. If you're feelings are, "the Air Force isn't worth it", then by all means, punch out!
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