Hey Mark
I applied with The FAA for the ASI positions. They are always open. You and I know how slow the FAA and the Gov't works. I re-applied in Jan 06. I got a response back in June saying they were interested but needed more Veteren Information. Sent the information back to them on the 14th of June. I should here from them in Maybe November.
Don't quit Airtran for the FAA,at least not until they make you a firm offer. They could take a year to respond. And by the way the On-line Application will take you all day or night and lots of beer.

Good luck Mark, you and I are both chomping at the bit to change jobs.
Steve