Yes sir! I think my prerogative going forward is, while I’m working full time, focus on physical and mental development to become a more attractive candidate and rack up flight hours. I also just saw BogiDope post a memorandum regarding fighter slots and how for the next year or two it’s going to be slow and difficult but after a year or two…

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I see. Thank you for the explanation and analogy. You have helped shift my perspective on the matter. I don’t think I will look at joining the AF Reserves in a non-flying role as it is apparent that it could interrupt my professional career and possibly deter me from transitioning into a pilot slot later on.

The immutable reality of my current…

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I should specify that I am wanting to remain active in this position for at least two to three years to ensure I have meaningful professional experience within my career field to always lean on for potential future endeavors!

No, sir! My priority is becoming a pilot over an officer, but given my current timeline and position at AFRL, I wasn’t sure if getting prior experience in the AF Reserves now before rushing for a pilot slot would be an effective approach. I’ve heard in some cases it can help bolster your application to have prior service in either the guard or…

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Yes, sir! Will do!

Yes sir! Thank you for your insight in this matter. I will follow the latter of your recommendations and begin identifying units to rush while I work full time! Thank you for your reply, sir!