Applying to join the U.S. Air Force is an exciting pursuit. Whether you plan to be an enlisted Airman or an Air Force officer, several factors will shape your journey, including your educational and professional experience, and your personal goals. We'll guide you through every step of the application process to help you become the Airman you want to be.
Step 01: Select Your Preferred Service Component
Based on your qualifications and goals, choose which component you want to join.
Complete our online application on our website. If you meet our requirements, you’ll be put in touch with your local recruitment office for guidance and further steps.
Responsibilities
- Serve full-time in Active Duty or part-time in the Air National Guard or Air Force Reserve.
- Participate in military training, including Basic Military Training (BMT) or Officer Training School (OTS).
- Meet physical health and fitness standards.
- Maintain strict height and weight requirements.
- Follow guidelines for medical conditions and eligibility for entrance.
Benefits
From the moment you put on a uniform, you’ll not only be paid but you’ll also receive low-cost health insurance, tuition assistance, food and housing allowances, 30 days of paid vacation a year, and a generous retirement plan.
The Air Force is like a big family that works hard and plays hard together. We offer Airmen good pay and a full package of benefits that offer an excellent quality of life.
Qualifications
If you have a high school diploma or GED and join the Air Force as an enlisted Airman, you’ll immediately earn college credits while pursuing your Air Force career. You may also opt to earn a college degree first, then join as an Air Force Officer.
Air Force careers are often physically demanding. Therefore, applicants must be in good health. Your health will be fully evaluated by a doctor at the Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS).
Note that applicants must be a minimum of five pounds under their max weight. If the maximum weight for your height is 190 pounds, you must be 185 pounds or less. If an applicant is within five pounds of the maximum weight or over their maximum weight and has a muscular build, they may be authorized to apply.
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