Originally Posted by
sandlapper
Has anyone here reconsidered their intentions to separate from active duty in light of the bleak economic situation? That 20-year retirement is looking pretty attractive right about now.
Questions to ask yourself:
1. Do I want to get out of the military becuase I don't like what I am doing?
2. Am I willing to wait years in the airlines to get back to my current lifestyle.
One captain said to me "You know, this used to be a great DEAL where you don't have to work that much and you make a sh*t ton of money, and now, its just a JOB."
The airline job is a JOB, there are plenty of jobs for prior military pilots (all pilots actually). All pilots have developed senses, leadership, decision making, all that CRM stuff makes you sought after in the market place.
Make the decision to get out/stay in the military becuase you want to, not for money, you won't be happy.