The only realistic shot I have at a HSLD unit in 4 years is with a guaranteed contract. One would be TACP and the other would be 13F with option 40. The option 40 contract guarantees me a shot at airborne school and then RASP. No guarantee I'll make it, just tryout. There is also an 18X contract with a 5 year commitment. My recruiter is trying to find out if I'm even eligible for an option 40 contract though as I'll require a med. waiver.
I've seen you and JDB reference LRS units several times, could you give me any more information on those?
I'm very open to a career in the NG, not so much AD unless my life changes drastically. I know the retirement pay won't be that great but between it and my 401k I should be doing pretty good. I wouldn't really be doing it for the money anyways. I do think it's interesting how retirement pay is calculated though, especially the "qualifying" years of service for the NG/Reserves. In reference to your statement about healthcare, do you not get free healthcare at 62?
All of this information you and others have given helps tremendously. I appreciate it tremendously.