Originally Posted by shackone

BC...I regret that you found that comment to be arrogant. Maybe if I rephrase it, you might see things differently.

The military isn't the training league for a career in the airlines. I'm not so blind that I don't recognize that some do feel this way and may well enter military aviation with this in mind. Nor am I so jaded at today's generation that I have lost faith in the idea that there are still those who serve for duty's sake and not their own selfish self-interests.

For those in the first category, my advice is to pull your weight until you can get out...and then leave. No one will stand in your way, and as long as you have done your share, you'll get a handshake on the way out.

On the other hand, for those of that mind, my suggestion is that you keep these plans to yourself...sort of a 'don't ask, don't tell' idea. You won't be the first guys to think that the grass is greener on the other side...trying to sell that idea in the squadron may not receive universal acclaim. You'll be happier and your squadron mates will be too if you don't make this an issue.