Posted on May 11, 2015
In what cases can a US Military Service member actually serve past age 62?
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In what cases can a uniformed US Military Servicemember continue to serve PAST the normal current retirement age of 62? Do you think that milepost will change? Why or why not?
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Retirement Military Career
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Select medical professionals, clergy and select scientists have, do and can serve past 62. These are unique situations. I believe most are Reservists, but don't quote me. I served with a 70 year old Priest in Iraq who was the DISCOM Chaplain. Retirees can petition to come on tour on a case by case basis.
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LTC Gavin Heater
GEN MacArthur was past 70 in Korea. His decisions were more ego based than age based. I am sure there are other senior leader examples to model.
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With longer life spans, longer service should be considered. However, fitness and endurance levels should not be compromised.
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I remember weather forecasters in Little Rock that were civilians and they held like GS-13 or higher spots and at least one was in his mid 60s.
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