The Air Guard is a unique branch of the military, with a dual mission to serve at both the federal and state levels. When trouble strikes your state, your Governor can call on the Air Guard for a mission where you will help save lives, provide support and deliver critical supplies to communities that need you. Likewise, when the President calls, you will answer by delivering … [Read more...]
Air Force Reserve
The Air Force Reserve offers great opportunities for people wanting to begin their military career, who are currently on active duty or for those who have left the military and wish to return. The part-time jobs of the Air Force Reserve give you the time and financial support to continue your education or pursue a civilian career. In fact, the Reserve will help you pay for your … [Read more...]
Air Force Money for School
Looking for a way to pay for college? By joining the Air Force, you may be eligible for education benefits and even 100% free tuition. The Air Force Tuition Assistance (TA) program is designed to help active-duty personnel pursue voluntary, off-duty educational opportunities. Currently, the program pays 100% (up to $250 per semester hour or equivalent) of the cost of college … [Read more...]
Air Force Pay
Your salary will be based on your time in the Air Force, marital status, where you live and your rank. Enlisted personnel enter the Air Force as rank E-1 and are promoted through the ranks as E-2, E-3, etc. Officers enter the Air Force as O-1 and likewise work their way up as O-2, O-3, etc. View Enlisted Pay Chart View Officer & Healthcare Pay Chart Air Force Reserve & Guard … [Read more...]
Air Force Benefits – Retirement
Those who serve in the military for at least twenty years are eligible for retirement from the Air Force. That is one of the earliest retirements around. All Airmen are also eligible for the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). For every year of service the military member earns 2.5% towards his retirement. At twenty years, he is at a 50% level (2.5% x 20). This means he is eligible for … [Read more...]