Albie,
Spent 20+ years on active duty, retired, went to airline job, furloughed and recalled to active duty right after furlough. Spent the past 2+ years in the staff world (5th Air Force @ Yokota and now an acquisition job). Do I miss flying? Yes! Enough to endure another herniated disk in my neck (I've had three surgeries already)? NO!!! I could use a good Low Angle Strafe pass from time to time but alas, that is gone as well -- too bad!
I say take the non-flying job if it offers promotion potential; gotta think about retirement bennies! I've had several IMAs work for me; some have even taken Extended Active Duty orders and have gotten promoted and or reached active duty retirement. Take the plunge!
Cheers
Stein
Spent 20+ years on active duty, retired, went to airline job, furloughed and recalled to active duty right after furlough. Spent the past 2+ years in the staff world (5th Air Force @ Yokota and now an acquisition job). Do I miss flying? Yes! Enough to endure another herniated disk in my neck (I've had three surgeries already)? NO!!! I could use a good Low Angle Strafe pass from time to time but alas, that is gone as well -- too bad!
I say take the non-flying job if it offers promotion potential; gotta think about retirement bennies! I've had several IMAs work for me; some have even taken Extended Active Duty orders and have gotten promoted and or reached active duty retirement. Take the plunge!
Cheers
Stein