My response
I am a retired US Army Aviator with over 10,000 helicopter hours.
I have flown VIP overseas since 1999.
I have flown with a few civilian trained pilots and know many more. Here is my take on the military vs civilian pilot issue in that article. I would not put to much stock on a military pilot with less than 1,000 hours. If he has less why ? If you have been in the service for more than 5 years you should have more. Most aviator with over 5 years should be tracked as an IP, safety, or maintenance officer, if not why not? But a pilot with 20 years in the military should be disciplined, a good teacher, and calm during an emergency.
On civilian pilots, I know many and proud to know them. It boils down to individual personality. I did not like the article bashing military pilots, I am very proud to be a former military pilot, and I feel that I was taught, and that I taught all my pilots to: complete the mission safely and professionally. Always stressing safety first!
I think civilian or military, we all deserve a pat on the back for what we do !