Active duty servicemembers are paid twice per month, on the 1st and the 15th of each month. The charts below show MONTHLY pay, therefore, you would receive 1/2 of this on each payday. A member's grade (usually the same as rank) and years of service determines the amount of basic pay received. Enlisted Basic Pay Rates January 1, 2010 … [Read more...]
Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA)
The Overseas Housing Allowance (OHA) enables military members assigned overseas to privately lease housing on the economy. This program encompasses a reimbursement system designed to partially defray housing costs when on-base or government leased housing is not available. OHA is paid to approximately 60,000 members overseas at a yearly cost of $1.8 billion. The Overseas … [Read more...]
Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance
Family Subsistence Supplemental Allowance (FSSA) program is a voluntary financial benefits program for military families, intended to increase a service member's income in order to remove their household from eligibility for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (formerly the food stamp program). » Current FSSA Rates FSSA was established May 1, … [Read more...]
Air Force Education Benefits
Education is more than career training — it’s the essential framework of your success in the Air Force. There are a variety of unique and specialized programs to help you meet your goals and reach your true potential. From exclusive colleges and universities to tech training and firsthand experience, you’ll be able to enhance your education throughout your career. Money for … [Read more...]
Air Force Travel & Leisure
It's no secret that military moves, military travel, and frequent change is a part of the Armed Forces culture. You'll go far by checking out the travel tips only available to military personnel. Armed Forces Vacation Club (AFVC) Space-A GovArm Relocation/PCS During your ample vacation time you will be able to fly standby on military flights around the world for a small … [Read more...]