Aggiepilot- When I put in my applications I put in an initial separation date based on my WIC ADSC. I didn't change my date and didn't put in my papers until I got hired (3 1/2 months prior to my ADSC). I talked to my reps at AFPC and they said that since I am requesting a separation date past my ADSC that it will be approved even though I didn't give six months notice. This did require for me to get a waiver request signed by the wing/CC. I hope they are right. You can always put in a request to slip your date of separation. If you are dead set on getting out this would probably give you the most flexibility. For me, I didn't want to show my cards until I had some options lined up. I have known guys to get an approval to separate early to give them flexibility only to turn around and request an extension. Requires some paperwork but doable.