Originally Posted by
Lilbit2lt
I separated at 17.5 in Dec 17. Have started with SWA, will finish on EAD orders (full time, 3yrs) working in AFJORTC. Will have 3yr seniority with SWA and will receive my military retirement.
It is possible, just have to do a little digging and find what fits.
This. It's the best of both worlds.
Get out, get a seniority number. Then see if you can work out getting the last 2.5 years in the reserves or by being called back to active duty. You will have a seniority number at your airline that will continue to build while getting your military retirement.