He was promoted to captain on 9 June 1975 .
He was transferred from a short - service to a regular commission on 25 February 1977 , retaining the rank of captain with seniority from 9 June 1975 .
He was promoted to captain on 9 June 1975 and transferred from a short - service to a regular commission on 25 February 1977 , retaining the rank of captain with seniority from 9 June 1975 .