What is Air Force Aero Club?

Aero clubs are open to active duty, reserve, guard and retired military members and their families; Defense Department civilians; and Civil Air Patrol members. Members must be 16 years old and have a medical certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration to fly solo.

Can you get a private pilot’s license in the Air Force?

The U.S. Air Force is offering Stetson students the opportunity to earn their private pilot’s license at no cost if they enroll in the Air Force ROTC program – with no commitment to serve in the military.

What are the Air Force pilot training bases?

Basic Military Training and Technical Training After completing BMT, airmen begin technical training in their career field specialties, primarily at five installations: Goodfellow AFB, Lackland AFB, and Sheppard AFB in Texas; Keesler AFB, Mississippi; and Vandenberg AFB, California.

Is there a height requirement to be a pilot in the Air Force?

The U.S. Air Force announced this week that it is changing its height restrictions for pilots. Applicants below 64 inches (5’4″) or above 77 inches (6’5″) can now enter a cockpit without a waiver.

Is Air Force flight school free?

This free flight opportunity for youth will receive 15 hours of free instruction in an aircraft. Student lodging, travel, and food is all 100% paid for by the U.S. Air Force during the summer session.

How hard is it to get an Air Force pilot slot?

Pilot training slots in the Air Force are extremely competitive and getting harder to come by. A civilian can apply for a pilot slot with the Active Duty Air Force and go through OTS, apply to the Air Force Reserves, or apply to the Air National Guard.

How many years until you can retire from the Air Force?

20 years
Airmen are eligible to retire after 20 years of service and begin receiving benefits the day they retire. The Air Force retirement plan requires no payroll deductions.

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