Jsybird2532 said:
TOL, BQ, Pool 2. Carried over score from last bid.
Conflicted about taking this. Got a new job during pandemic working in tech, employer is GREAT and pays more than ATC. FAA in comparison has treated me like total garbage due to psychological issues (now 100% resolved, not medication related) as a minor (I'm almost 30 now) on my application for a medical cert for piloting fixed wing. It's been 2+ years since AME visit, no medical. It's asinine and pathetic that they've made me wait this long without a denial or approval. I also suspect due to their conservatism, all things considered, given what they already know and what I had to do to work on my medical in response (mmpi-2), I would be tier 2'd.
I love aviation, but does anyone know if I am committed to this position if I accept TOL, assuming medical clearance goes through or no? I refuse to be committed at this stage as I have no trust in this organization at all. But if I can jump in pipeline and jump out later if they deny me for piloting, that's ok.
It's honestly pathetic that I am even thinking this, but I have to; I have been treated quite poorly by OKC and the Federal Air Surgeon's office.
I’d accept the TOL and keep going forward, you won’t burn any bridges by withdrawing at the last moment. ATC is like any other job, I’ve worked with several controllers who made really good investments and decided to resign in their early 30’s. You just give your 2 weeks and it’s over.
If you have the skills for tech, It’s got a far bigger upside potential than ATC in my opinion, but there’s no harm in continuing the ATC process until you get to the point of no return.