Bassetjet

Hey All,

I'm 30 years old and a captain at skywest, I've wanted to join the military for years and I've heard that right now would be a good time to get in for a pilot slot. So a few questions,

Which branch would I have the best bet of getting a fighter slot?

I've heard some branches have raised the age cutoff to 33? Could I still be waivered for the other branches or am I just too old?

I've heard that the marines would be a good option because I could possibly get a contract that guarantees me a pilot slot. Do any of the other branches do this?

Are there recruiters that specialize in aviation contracts? I'm a little freaked out to go to the mall and speak with a random recruiter that doesn't know much about the aviation side.

If I went active duty for 8 years or whatever it may be, could I still keep my job and seniority with skywest during that time?

I know that going the guard route would be a good way to get in but it's tough to even get an interview with a base that has fighters.


Thanks!