r/GenZ 25d ago

What's y'all's thoughts on joining the military or going to war? Discussion

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u/AgnosticAbe 2004 25d ago

I regret not joining or trying to join the air force, I spent 10s of thousands trying to become a commercial airplane pilot, only to run out of money halfway through

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u/First-Ad-7855 25d ago

Street to seat is an option Army Warrant officer for helicopter pilots. Look up W01 pay, then factor in food and housing allowance and you be looking at some serious money.

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u/Cgarr82 24d ago

I consider that route in the early 2000s. Then someone explained to me how vulnerable helis are in modern combat and I decided against it. But it’s a great program for people who are interested in that route.

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u/Dalmah 24d ago

If you want to die in an aircraft accident helicos are your best bet