Silberfuchs is a bit extreme, but he has some valid points. We are all different..... talented, but different. Think back to the original question and remember it is not who are the best pilots. It is, why can't I fly military transports? The truth is harsh, but you need some particular extra skills and attitudes to fly military into potential harms way. THIS DOES NOT QUESTION YOUR ABILITY TO FLY BIG JETS and Yes, you may very well be a better commercial pilot than the ex military man. Remember also, that ex mil people have had years of documented assessments to look back on, not everyone is invited back!! As a new boy, you do not have the wonderful F5000 flying record folder to show you are trustworthy.