AFEAGLE09

Is it possible to go from the ANG as an Air Battle Manager to Active Duty Air Force? I know AD Air Force has something called the prior service program, but does it work the same for Officers also? Any recruiters or with knowledge thereof can shed light on this?

Why is it that Air National Guard Air Battle Managers do not get their wings after UABM training? The new syllabus at UABM introduces flying and basic aviation, and makes the training standardized for everyone. Although ANG ABM's are mostly CRC's, they still get the training at the school house. Heard somewhere that this issue is being fought at the Congress level? Can someone enlighten me?

I would like to know the difference between Air Force rated officers vs. their non-rated counterparts. I've heard being rated gives you opportunities for command and such, as opposed to being non-rated. Does being rated unlocks things non-rated officers don't have access to? What are the benefits of being rated? Please be thorough with your responses.