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Howard,
I joined the AF in 2003, and they have been downsizing ever since. In your experience, is it likely that the AF will downsize too much, and begin to allow prior service members back in? The reason I ask is because I recently separated (3C051) and would like to come back in, however I realize the only way that would be possible is if they cut too many people. With my prior service time, my age limit to return to AD is 31, which gives me just under 5 years. Just looking for your expert opinion as to whether this is a likely scenario, or not. Thanks.
The prior service is a constantly opening and closing door. Find your local recruiter and keep checking with him e to see what the current policy is for PS. Thats the best advice that I can tell ya other than choosing a different service or perusing a federal position in that career field
The way that the Air Force is cutting folks, I doubt that they will get into a situation where they will require more Prior service, I believe that they will up recruiting numbers for the career field before they bring back others...
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Howard Lorenz
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I have spent the past 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, 3 years was assigned as an Enlisted Accessions Recruiter. I have been deployed various times to several locations. If it is a career in the military you are looking for or thinking about I most likely have the answer. I still have contacts with in the recruiting field and if I don't know the answer then I have folks who do where I can find the answer. I am very blunt and straight forward and will make no attempts to BS you. I will give you the best information that I possible can can. If you think that you cant handle the answer that I give you, then don't ask the question...... If you are planning on joining the military, your number 1 decision factor in making this kind of move is that you need to be more concerned about serving your country than your country serving you!! All the benefits are the best that you can find. Education is at a premium right now and its the most rewarding thing that you can do. If I dont answer right away probably means that I am busy, but have patience, I will get to you.
Experience
Air Force Recruiter for 3 years, Air Force Career 21 Years
Organizations
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Education/Credentials
Community College of the Air Force, International Air Academy, Allied Business Schools, Embry Riddle Aeronautical College, Defense Acquisition University
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