Originally Posted by
BHopper88
If I could join the ANG, I would, but being 31 in Jan, and that my uncorrected vision (wear contacts that bring it better than 20/20), I have been told I cant because of age and vision.
Plus, (mostly out of curiosity) could you even get the time off from an airline to start training in the ANG for the what 2 years?
Sounds like flying is out. But I would recommend guard/reserve in any capacity, flying or not, for an airline pilot. Reserve duty can interfere with a manager's career progression, but it will not impact a pilot's civilian career...you are just a number on a list. You can take off as much time as needed for training. No permission required, you just have to notify the company.
It's about the only way you're going to get a retirement in aviation...