There is a very real possibility you could delay your timeline to a major. However, if things don’t go as quickly as you hope with the uptick in hiring, the backup of having the Guard/Reserve where you can get active orders, continue flying jets if you’re furloughed, etc. shouldn’t be discounted. Plus, mil FW will likely give you an edge going forward whereas there aren’t really any guarantees even getting 1,000 TPIC in 121 will get you the call. All things to consider.