Hi Rich.
I was a Warfare Branch Officer. Joined Sep 95, left Jan 02. I was a Fighter Controller sub specialist.
I did my PPL in California in Jan/Feb 02 and got 100% first time passes for the ATPL Groundschool. I started my CPL course yesterday.
So far the plan is going ok!
The biggest problem is money, as ever with flying. Would advise you get some saved up like I did when still in 'the mob'.
Get in touch if you want some more information. It can be done.