Benefits
As a member of the Air Guard, you’ll receive a steady paycheck along with a wealth of other benefits, including:
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Career Skills – learn valuable, high-tech skills that can help launch your civilian career
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Serve Where You Live – with more than 140 Air Guard units in the United States, Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, you can serve close to home.
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Base Exchange (BX) and Commissary Shopping Privileges
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Eligibility for VA Home Loans
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Free-space-available Air Travel
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Military Retirement Plan
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May be Eligible for an Enlistment Bonus
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Limited Legal Assistance
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Military Burial Assistance
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Military Clothing Sales Stores
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Military Death Gratuity
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Military Recreation Facilities
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Official Library Services
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Education Benefits |
Iowa state colleges offer Air Guard members up to 100% tuition paid per year or the equivalent of in-state tuition at Iowa private colleges and universities. |
Injury Death Benefits |
Iowa Air Guard members get full coverage for injuries incurred in the line of duty and get to participate in the state's Workers' Comp. |
Medical Benefits |
Iowa Air Guard members have access to low group-rate medical insurance. |
State Tax Advantage |
Some Air Guard members and retirees get property tax exemptions. |
