I was in AETC 96-2000 and it was amazing the gouge out there. Commanders periodically banned airline talk in front of students (right) but it was definately there. I learned more about the airlines in that tour than I have in the 10 years since.

Droopy, I'm about the same point as you, 3 years to go. I'm slowly gearing up in that direction, probably behind you. At this point all I've been doing is building a contact list of guys I knew who are currently at the airlines, they seem to have the guidance I want. And eventually, hopefully, they'll help me get a job.

For the other guys, really a year out? A year from when you're actually available or from official date? I guess it can't hurt but I always thought no one would talk to you until you're six months out?