Are there any WOs out there who regret taking that step? What are the ups and downs to becoming a WO?

TSgt Terry Hudson — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 11:16:17 -0500

I’m still debating going WO. Are there any WO out there who regret taking that step? What are the ups and downs to becoming a WO? I want to be a 140A, that’s what my AFSC translates to I hold qualifications specifically in data links will I be able to switch without any serious issues?

Response by CW2 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2018 3:48 PM

CW2 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 15:48:26 -0500

Is this a trick question? Duffleblog? Quit dragging your feet and get after it, life is what you make it. This may be close to what the other WO's are thinking, they just didn't want to respond to such a question.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Jan 17 at 2018 5:28 PM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 17:28:23 -0500

Best thing I did in my career. Absolutely no regrets.

Response by CW3 Kevin Storm made Jan 17 at 2018 6:11 PM

CW3 Kevin Storm — Wed, 17 Jan 2018 18:11:04 -0500

Coming from a Service without WO's this is a strange question. I have met officers who went back and became WO's. I can't recall meeting a WO who regretted doing it. You are in a very small circle, that makes you unique (not elite, there is a difference). The respect shown a WO, is different from that of a O-1 or O-2. You get to lead, be a technical expert, often times you may become a Platoon leader or Senior advisor in a given field. If you are expecting to just work as technician in a back closet somewhere, that is not the case.

Response by LTC Erik Spike Thiesmeyer, Sr. made Jan 18 at 2018 12:51 AM

LTC Erik Spike Thiesmeyer, Sr. — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 00:51:11 -0500

I was an Aviation Warrant Officer for nine years and it was a blast! I got to be the cool, professional aviator, and while I did miss my commissioned officer paycheck, I didn't miss the responsibilities and headaches of leadership positions. If you qualify, go for it!!