I’m just saying, if his goal is piloting, possibly get on the faster track towards that?

In general, for many, I do like some type of military experience. In his instance, some Guard time, while getting into a college flight program sooner, may be an option.

We all know flight training isn’t cheap, when paying out of pocket. Lots of things can happen after 4-5 years active duty. Two crum-crunchers & a soon to be ex-wife and his plans will be torpedoed.

Just like the horse on the race track, put some blinders on & stay focused.