Life in the Air Force

As a member of the U.S. Air Force, your son or daughter will have more opportunities than he/she ever thought possible! As an Airman, your child will have access to more than just a wonderful career; his/her quality of life will be excellent due to our outstanding base amenities, living quarters, travel opportunities and recreational activities.

Life on Base

Each Air Force base is a self-contained "minicity" created specifically for its citizens. With amenities like tax-free shopping and refreshing pools to relax by, your child will probably spend more time on base than originally thought. Interested in paying your son or daughter a visit? The Air Force also offers on-base lodging where parents and friends can stay for a nominal fee.

Learn more about Air Force bases with the BASE LOCATOR.

Travel

One of the best opportunities of joining the Air Force is the chance your son or daughter will have to travel and really take advantage of seeing new and exciting parts of the world! Your child will have 30 days of vacation with pay, which is far more vacation than most civilian jobs offer! Your child can also take advantage of available space on Air Force aircraft, which fly to exotic locations around the world and within the United States.

Camaraderie

We understand how hard it is to say goodbye to your son or daughter and send him/her off to parts unknown, but keep in mind that when he/she leaves home, he/she is being welcomed into a much larger family with support and understanding that are truly second to none.