Originally Posted by
eriddler
Thanks for the comments...not planning on choosing a regional based on the pathway/cadet. More inline with your comment...I'd do the pathway if it lines up.
With a pension, also unsure of if moving up to CA fast is the best option or will be as required as maybe for a 22 year old out of ERAU; likely would prioritize family.
Your career progression will be very civilian in nature. You already have some resume color/whole person but will need competitive flight times. So if you want to get the pay and QOL of a major asap, it will behoove you to take the first upgrade available. Ultimately you have to determine the right balance.