Right now I'm trying to loose weight to go into the Air Force, I want to have lost the weight I need by the end of August or September. Can you current members just answer a few of my questions and tell me anything else you'd like to share? Are you happy in the Air Force? What was basic like for you? What are some good jobs that you would recomend someone trying to get into? How is dental insurance/care done? Do you think it is worth the insurance, benefits, salary, retirement package and almost free housing on base? How is base housing? How hard is it to get where you want to go (as far as where you'd like to be stationed) and how long must you stay there before you can get moved to another base? I have about 2 years college currently, if I join active this summer, can I ever get the last 2 years?
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Are you happy in the Air Force? Absolutely! They'll have to drag me out kicking and screaming. What was basic like for you? A long time ago...I'll let one of our younger Airmen answer this one for you. What are some good jobs that you would recomend someone trying to get into? If you enlist, do it for your country and answer the call of a field that is currently hard to fill or undermanned. Your recruiter can point you in the right direction...and your nation will appreciate you thinking about service before self! How is dental insurance/care done? 100% for you...a plan for family members. Most major installations have a dental clinic that takes care of military members...everything from routine cleanings to complex oral surgery; it's all covered. Do you think it is worth the insurance, benefits, salary, retirement package and almost free housing on base? Yes. How is base housing? Most if it in the continental US has been privatized, but housing on base is relatively good. Once you find out what base you are going to, ask that question again because it varies by base. How hard is it to get where you want to go (as far as where you'd like to be stationed) and how long must you stay there before you can get moved to another base? The Air Force will consider your preferences and if you are flexible and enjoy serving where the Air Force needs you, you will love any base you go to! Tour lengths depend on location. Most first bases in the US are about 2-3 years. Overseas will be 1-4 years depending on location. I have about 2 years college currently, if I join active this summer, can I ever get the last 2 years? Yes. Your first year+ will be pretty busy with training and career-field focus as you learn your job. After that you will be encouraged to finish your degree...and lots of help is available to do so. Once you achieve your 5 skill level (journeyman) ask your supervisor and education office about classes. Good luck with your fitness push this summer. I know you can do whatever you put your mind to. Airmen have done amazing things to join our Air Force--I sincerely hope you follow their lead! Teachme
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