Debating if i should take the military route or the civilian route to become a pilot for the airlines, I am almost done with my private pilot licence and graduating high school in about 4 months, if I were to joining the AF i would choose ATC or some technical job
I just don’t know which way is better, civilian or military?
What’s your opinion?


No..
Good question. For starters .. look at the officer’s salary schedule online and the benefits. Also retirement … if you can take moving the Air Force life can be good.
Right now – with the uncertainty out there I would look hard at the military. We will always have it.
I worked for 41 years including 4 in the Air Force. I have no regrets. But I worked long and hard to get a mediocre retirement. It can be better.
The life in the Air Force is rewarding, but you have a commitment of 4 years i believe so if thats too long, than just become a pilot now