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I think it depends on the location. It seems like we are more AD like than we have ever been. But I think it's because the mission is 24/7/365. We try our damnedest to keep it like the Guard. It's still a "bar" to me, not a Heritage or Reconstitution Room. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

There's no set time, but try to think about what is worthwhile to the unit. Curtailment is not a massive process and it does happen regularly. Like I stated before, a coworker of mine did this about 1.5 yrs ago. I think nothing less of him for doing it. He improved his family's QOL and I would never fault anyone for doing that. I'm extremely happy for him and know that he is thoroughly enjoying his airline gig and is fully involved as a DSG. But we have also had folks in the past who continue to look at the unit as a lifeline that they can come and go anytime they like. It's just not conducive to a good work environment. I just look at it from the hiring authority's perspective and how time-consuming the job advertisement, interview, and paperwork process usually is. Once you fill an AGR position, it's almost like a sigh of relief since the process is complete and you have a valuable member to help with the workload. No one likes continually being in that process. I'll give you part of my pilot hiring spiel- you are looking to join my family and I want you to join my family. But I need you to understand the commitment required to join the family. As corny as it sounds, the unit is my 2nd family. I spend as much time with my coworkers as I do my wife and kids, so I want to like you. Please don't give me a reason to not. I feel like we are a close knit group, hell, I've known some of these folks for 25 yrs. We want you to be around as long as possible. Now, I'm talking about an ANG unit, which may be a little different. If you are interested in talking or discussing, feel free to DM me. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Personally, I think it's a shit bag move. You are totally using them and I would hope they see right thru it. I see it from your side as it getting you to where you want to be. But, I wouldn't hire you since you it doesn't benefit the unit. Now, my view may change if you were to hang around for a year or so. That way it would at least benefit the unit, as well as you. But, we all know you would be gone in the first chance you could. And I would never hire you back into the AGR position after you bailed. ETA: if the unit is offering you the AGR position after knowing you are planning on jumping, then I retract the above statements. That is on the unit and they get what they ask for. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Happening now to a former AGR in my unit. Resigned to go airline. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Proof of trollness Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

5 sorties/month can easily be flown in 2-3 days, considering 2/day is the norm. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Any idea if there is a list of positions available? If so, where? Would likely be a good resource for someone seriously thinking about taking the leap of faith.

I thought the message said you couldn't get promoted if you returned. Is that specific to this message?

Or C-12 trained Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Is this not what you have done since your 1st post on this forum? As stated earlier, go with quals. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

For which airframe? Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

I love it anytime CNN gets crushed Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

It's not attitude when you point out facts. Your second post appears to prove your SNAP status.

Where are you wanting to live? Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Shouldn't be too bad. 1 pt=1 AD day, or 1 UTA, or 3 study hrs for military correspondence courses. You also get 15 annual membership pts. The only cap to yearly pts is 365 (366 leap year) to apply toward retirement. But, yes, you would need to personally track. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

I believe you are correct, yearly on your "anniversary". I completed another year last week, so hopefully mine will be updated. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

VMPF will break down your points for you. Go to the Points Summary. Nsplayer, swing by the office if you have trouble finding it. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

@nsplayer OPRs do count now. We have had them sent back from JFHQ and told to rewrite them. It all depends who is running JFHQ on what weight they carry. Current group puts A LOT of emphasis on them, so wordsmithing is huge. I hate playing that stupid game, but we don't have a choice now. Luckily our guys are doing great things with no shit numbers that seem to baffle the head shed. Can't argue with facts. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

The saying goes "API 8, the flying is great!" Not sure about the retraining part of your question. Call NGB HRO and ask. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

That training means nothing in the RPA world. Do some more research on the mission to understand what is and what isn't needed. If you are around those units, ask the bros. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

All ANG flying slots are Maj slots. With that being said, you will need your PME for promotion. I was the pilot hiring dude and a mid to senior Capt was our hiring wheelhouse. We typically only took junior Majors. You have to have think about retainability, because we do. We have to worry about force mgmt, so we will do our best to avoid being too top heavy. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Are you able to make it a comprehensive list of boards? There are other units besides fighters hiring. I'm changing the title of the thread to not be misleading. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Well, this should get interesting Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

Speaking of Pops , what is the current status of The Alley and getting to Pops' store? The store was awesome and had plenty of leather goods. Also bought one of their leather barn jackets. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums

My Pops jacket looks exactly like it did 10 yrs ago when I bought it. Had to replace zipper when some of the teeth were ripped out a few years back. Sent from my iPhone using Baseops Network Forums