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Old 10-20-2017 | 05:50 PM
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Sounds like the pilot shortage is causing the USAF to lose their proverbial minds. Getting recalled for 3 years could put a dent in some people's plans.....

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/...age/785344001/
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Old 10-20-2017 | 05:57 PM
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My understanding is if you get recalled for less than 5 years your employer is required to reinstate you to your previous position as if you never left (your old seniority number and date of hire longevity).

Dent? That might be a big BONUS to a lot of folks!*?

https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/us...RA_Private.pdf
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Old 10-20-2017 | 05:57 PM
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Fake News. Sad!
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Old 10-21-2017 | 04:27 AM
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Originally Posted by MaydayMark
My understanding is if you get recalled for less than 5 years your employer is required to reinstate you to your previous position as if you never left (your old seniority number and date of hire longevity).

Dent? That might be a big BONUS to a lot of folks!*?

https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/us...RA_Private.pdf
from the USA Today article.
"Trump's order removes those caps by expanding a state of national emergency declared by President George W. Bush after 9/11..."

If this is true, most likely recalled under "contingency" orders and the time would EXEMPT from the 5 year limit!!
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Old 10-21-2017 | 09:23 AM
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Originally Posted by MaydayMark
My understanding is if you get recalled for less than 5 years your employer is required to reinstate you to your previous position as if you never left (your old seniority number and date of hire longevity).

Dent? That might be a big BONUS to a lot of folks!*?

https://www.dol.gov/vets/programs/us...RA_Private.pdf
How is this a bonus to anyone?

Getting recalled would mean a big pay cut.
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Old 10-21-2017 | 10:09 AM
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Everyone relax. It gives authority for voluntary recalls, just like eight years ago...except last time, I believe the AF self-capped at 550, and it was mostly flying positions (UPT, and I believe airlift, too). Pretty sure these are for rated-staff ONLY.

Good luck getting takers on that....
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Old 10-21-2017 | 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by UAL T38 Phlyer
Everyone relax. It gives authority for voluntary recalls, just like eight years ago...except last time, I believe the AF self-capped at 550, and it was mostly flying positions (UPT, and I believe airlift, too).
Who is upset?
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Old 10-21-2017 | 10:23 AM
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Not upset...but numerous articles and posts show that quite a few (including the "news sources") think this is an involuntary draft.
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Originally Posted by KC10 FATboy
How is this a bonus to anyone?

Getting recalled would mean a big pay cut.
Bonus for junior guys with mil leave guys who are senior to them.
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Old 10-21-2017 | 02:25 PM
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Originally Posted by KC10 FATboy
How is this a bonus to anyone?
How about if you're a new hire on Reserve for the next 2 years? You might be able to come back as a senior f/o waiting for a Captain bid!
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