Wow that's more impressive than what I was going to say about 630 knots at 25-50' (don't touch the ground) military work!
785kts/2.35M? Any other hints on the equipment!
Yes, there was an exodus from the military way back in the late '80s and things haven't changed much to this day. It's a healthy turnover. It leaves room for the young blokes and keeps the military training machine in fine fettle.
There is a truckload of money to be made outside of the military.
Just don't leave your move too late.