Originally Posted by Otterbox

Option B is live in base for a regional and commute to the guard job for a while. Go to one of the AA wholly owned regionals with a flow so you can approach your entry to the majors in 2 fronts (direct application and flow through route). Also you'll have the ability to go on mil leave and get more military fixed wing experience while your seniority is increasing at your regional and you get closer to an AA class date if that's the route you chose.