Originally Posted by
BDGERJMN
Assuming one was an O-4 or O-3 transitioning to the Navy(SELRES) I doubt very much(especially in the current climate) they'd even be competitive for O-5, that said if they did screen for O-5 chances are because of their unique situation they'd get an overgrade waiver(they are still granted on a case by case basis). I say that because by definition they wouldn't be competitive for a Command Screen Board. It's not always the case to be sent packing once you pin on O-5 and you're not the CO/OIC in your unit especially in some of the VFC/VR squadrons. It's certainly more common to be sent packing now given the Navy SELRES O-5 end strength as well as the current O-5 screen rate(last year 1st look 33%, 2nd look 7%), but not impossible to keep flying.
Three former USAF now USN SELRES in VT-31 (KNGP) instructing in the T-44. Two made O-5 on time and the third is up this year. Overgrade waivers will become more popular as the USN commitment change (7 to 8 years) is hitting forcing more senior guys into the billets as the junior guys are not eligible.
FWIW, all three dudes are former AD IPs in the same squadron. We are a big fan of the known quantity returning letterman over LT/CAPT Smith from somewhere else. Chances are slim for you here but PM me if you want a number for the guy who can talk your ear off about it (not me).
Originally Posted by
Jetjok
I've never heard of anyone in the Air Force wanting to switch to the Navy Reserves.....Ever.......JJ
Now you have.