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You Don’t Have to Choose Air Force or Civilian Pilot: You Can Do BOTH

Today we interview Jeffrey Van Orsow, author of Alternate Route: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Pilot in the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve.

Jeffrey Van Orsow is an Aircraft Commander on the C-17 Globemaster as part of the Air Force Reserve, as well as a First Officer for Alaska Airlines. His passion is mentoring current and future pilots and educating them about the opportunities that exist in the military and how they can help you reach your aviation goals. His book, Alternate Route: The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Pilot in the Air National Guard and Air Force Reserve is a crucial resource for those pursuing an aviation career.

Visit the Alternate Route site at: https://www.youralternateroute.com/

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