Does AIR FORCE ONE really have an ESCAPE POD?
Q. If you saw Harrison Ford's air force one, you'd have noticed that in the movie AFO had an escape capsule similar to the one used for manned rockets. President Clinton saw the movie and insisted afterwards that AFO had no Escape Pod. Now here's my problem. Considering how many drills and war games focus around getting the President out of danger, securing the nuclear football and getting the senior staff to safety in the case of a suprise attack, I find it difficult (if not impossible) to believe AFO has no Escape Pod. I would consider it poor planning by the government in fact to not have a way of getting the President off of a jumbo jet in the event of a surface-to-air assault or jet fighters attacking from a rogue nation. … [cont.]
Asked by STEROID JESUS - Fri Sep 7 17:13:42 2007 - - 16 Answers - 3 Comments

A. VC-25A is a Highly Modified Boeing 747. The decsion to change to a 747 from the Older 707 of previous Adminastrations was made by the United States Air Force, the White House only Advised. The Air Force had decided that due to that age and high levels of required maintance on the 707's that a new aircraft was Requied both as a Presidental Transport and the Airbourne Emergency Command Post. The Boeing 747 was choosen due to it's Size, Long Range, Safety Record, Ease of Maintance, the number of Fields it could use, and Flight Record. Both Aircraft were Assembled at the Boeing Plant in Renton Washington, then flown to the Boeing Modifaction Center in Wichita KS for the required Mods. Both VC-25A's and the E-4's know as "Nightwatch" has since… [cont.]
Answered by Wolf of the Black Moon - Sat Sep 8 04:26:07 2007

Is Air Force ROTC the best route in becoming a commercial pilot?
Q. I am pursuing a career as a commercial airline pilot. Ive heard that Air Force ROTC is a good choice in pursuing it, but, is it the best? Should i join the reserves and attend college? Should i do both? Is Pilot school the way to go instead of Military? Just a sidenote, i do not want to become an air force pilot.
Asked by kermanshrek - Sat Jun 28 21:11:32 2008 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you can meet the standards to be an air force pilot, why not do it for awhile? You can always leave when the airlines are profitable again...but who knows when that will be. They are not going to be hiring for quite some time, nor will you make money as an airline pilot.
Answered by jetflyr - Sat Jun 28 21:20:07 2008

What kind of Air Force recruiter should I speak to?
Q. I'm planning on joining the Air Force after college as a nurse. I would like to speak with a recruiter about scholarships opportunities, life as a nurse in the Air Force, etc. On the website, I found out there's an enlisted and officer recruiting center about 20 minutes away but the closest health professions center is in Pennsylvania (I live in New Jersey). Is it worth it to go to PA or should I just go a regular center close to home?
Asked by Skylar. - Wed Aug 12 13:49:42 2009 - - 4 Answers - 1 Comments

A. After you graduate Nursing School, you would contact a "Health Professions" recruiter. These types of recruiters know the special credentialing requirements of health care professionals. Regular recruiters will refer you. Later after the Air Force recruits you, you will be making when you start about $3,000 a month, but it will go up as long as you stay.
Answered by rockyzeckoski - Thu Aug 13 22:29:59 2009

Most powerful air force in asia in terms of quality and technology?
Q. Please answer your question on only the quality of aircraft that all the air forces of asia operate. Please do not mention self-reliance in manufacturing aircraft. According to my opinion . Indian Air Force is the most powerful. As i have earlier mentioned you do not have to mention self-reliance. Indian Air Force, su-30 mki is the most advanced fighter in asia. Chinese air force outnumbers it but indian air force has qualitative edge. And only that matters.
Asked by Sunil Kumar - Thu Sep 2 07:53:34 2010 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

How can I get into the Air Force and pick my job after getting honorable discharge from the Marines?
Q. I am an Infantrymen in the Marines, but also have done Security Forces my first 2 years and want to get into the Air Force and possibly pick my job. And would I be able to keep my paygrade of E4? I keep hearing that the Air Force isnt accepting any prior service members.
Asked by Jon - Thu Apr 24 00:25:20 2008 - - 2 Answers - 2 Comments

A. What you hear about the air force not accepting prior service is true.I was in his office and a marine called asking if he could join and he had to tell him no,their only accepting the best right now.I would suggest a asvab of 80 or greater.
Answered by stephen - Thu Apr 24 00:45:30 2008

Can an Air Force Academy student attend college during the summer?
Q. I know that for Air Force Academy students they get to earn a bachelor's or master's degree and that they have to attend all four year in order to become an air force officer. But what if a student wants to study a semester in another college during the summer. Are they allowed?
Asked by LunaSoltierra - Fri Mar 12 04:01:58 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No because they have summer classes at the academy.
Answered by Golden - Fri Mar 12 04:04:30 2010

What Air Force base is best for earning a degree?
Q. Im enlisting into the air force for security forces. I would like to get my criminal justice degree. But I heard there are long hours for SF. So i would like a nice and not so active base to study and take classes when im off. Any suggestions?
Asked by MsKenya - Thu Jun 3 23:37:52 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i think that as security forces you are always going to be busy lol...i am stationed in south dakota and it is my first base, but everyone around me says that it is the best place to work on college...it is extremely slow...
Answered by soccerkeeper05 - Fri Jun 4 03:17:14 2010

How does the air force work schedule work?
Q. I'm only 14, but I was just thinking... Lets say i was in the air force, and I'm on the f-16 team... I know I don't go to some base in the morning, and come back at night, soo, what does I do? Best answer=10 points I accidentally wrote does instead of do...
Asked by rishay87 - Sun Aug 30 18:28:50 2009 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. It depends on your specialty: you could be a pilot, maintainer, crew chief, munitions loader. It also depends on whether you're in garrison, i.e. on base or exercising/deployed. Whether you live on-base or off depends on your rank, your job and your squadron's policies regarding the dorms. Typically you'll work a 8-12 hour shift either days (0730-1630), swings (1330-2330) or mids (2330-0730).
Answered by jim - Sun Aug 30 20:09:37 2009

if i wanted to become a Air Force Pilot what would i have to do?
Q. Right know I'm in 8th grade, so what should I be doing to become an air force pilot, like what subjects do i need to know really well and how hard is it to get into the Air Force accademy?
Asked by That/Cool/Person - Thu Mar 29 20:30:58 2007 - - 11 Answers - 1 Comments

A. You have to be top of the class in academics, strong in math and science and great in English, writing and verbal. Jr. ROTC is a help. For the Air Force Academy. you will need some political favors, and even then you will be required to take competitive exams to earn an entry slot. All of the Academies have far more applicants than slots. So you may consider alternatives, such as VMI, The Citadel, or other schools that offer Senior AF ROTC. All service branches offer scholarships to qualified candidates. Regardless of where you go to get your ROTC training, you will be required to take the AFOQT exam during your junior year. That exam is THE biggest factor that determines if you are qualified to receive an Air Force commission at all.… [cont.]
Answered by PilotGal - Thu Mar 29 23:04:52 2007

If I join air force what are the chances of getting stationed somewhere i want?
Q. I am debating whether to go navy or air force. I am 21 with a daughter and a husband to support. I need some awesome advise as to which would be the smarter choice. My hopes are that my husband and myself can both acquire an education while I am in the air force or navy and we can get out of our small town in new mexico. Can someone please shed some light on the reality of my dream. Thank you advisers!!
Asked by Des - Wed Jan 6 18:41:02 2010 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It really depends on what your AFSC is. If your job is something that is common on many bases, then you have more bases to choose from, if you work on B-52's you are going to be stationed very far from anything interesting. If you join up to be a crew chief for jet fighters (tactical aircraft maintenance) there are several different airframes you can work on. Some airframes, like the F-16 have quite a few bases that they operate from. Other airframes have only a few, F-15 comes to mind. Just before you ship off to technical school they will inform you of the airframe you will be training for, at that point you will make a 'dream' list. It's pretty much a list of what bases you would like to go to the most. When preparing your… [cont.]
Answered by dvldogg187 - Thu Jan 7 21:45:37 2010

What does the air force offer me if I make a high score on the asvap?
Q. I made a 83 on my practice asvap and i'm going to take the real thing in about two weeks. I was wondering does the air force offer anything special if I score real high. Please answer me air force people.
Asked by denair p - Mon Mar 17 22:42:01 2008 - - 7 Answers - 1 Comments

A. A decent job.
Answered by cordeliabrainiac - Mon Mar 17 22:45:23 2008

Can I become an Air Force pilot after I become 28?
Q. I almost reaching the cut off age time and I would really like to fly. If I cannot make it with the Air Force, I would just have them pay my education in a flight school.
Asked by aiwaxus - Mon Mar 24 13:47:37 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You must be an officer to fly, and must have a college degree to be an officer.
Answered by Maui Jon - Mon Mar 24 13:50:45 2008

What planes would you fly in the air force as a newly recruit or low ranked personnel?
Q. Im wondering what planes you would fly if you just entered the air force as a recruit after your training. Or if you graduated as an officer from an air force college, being higher ranked what planes could you fly? Is there even a way of you being opened to new planes as your rank goes up?
Asked by Dylan - Sat Jul 24 09:37:55 2010 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

What jobs in the air force are associated with accounting and finance?
Q. I am two years away from a Master's degree in accounting. I was interested in joining the air force once my degree is completed. What should I expect as far as initial officer training? How does that differ from enlisted training? Any other information would be helpful.
Asked by Cristina B - Tue Jan 6 12:58:08 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. With an MBA you could quickly become the commander of a small Comptroller Squadron and then move up fast from there. Plus those skills will easily transfer to a civilian job so it's a great choice. And they don't deploy as often. Your training will have more leadership quality to it than enlisted do. Along with all the rules and regulations of the AF, weapons training, etc.
Answered by Killer Queen - Tue Jan 6 13:03:00 2009

which air force has a plain black star on their planes?
Q. i have seen a plane with a plain black star on the side of it. I don't know what kind of plane it is, but it is a small jet (possibly a trainer) and it has a 't tail' at the back. any ideas on the air force or the plane?? any links to pictures of possible planes would be appreciated. thanks its not a mig. and its not anything UK/US. it kinda looks like a a6 intruder but smaller and with a t tail at the back.
Asked by John B - Thu May 14 12:08:08 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. L 29 dolphin the Czechoslowak jet trainer during the 60ies there is plenty of them in the US, some being operated in quazi Russian air force marking, including various stars
Answered by easy way is always mined - Thu May 14 16:12:43 2009

What types of jobs are there in the Air Force for someone with a computer backround?
Q. I have an associates degree from ITT Tech for computer networking, which I would like to continue. I also am planning on serving active duty, if that makes a difference. Any information regarding the Air Force life in general is highly appreciated ex: general life, can I bring a significant other on base if we are not married, how many years does one serve for a term of active duty in the Air Force, how long is tech school etc. To all the service men and women I respect and greatly appreciate your service, and thanks for any information about the service.
Asked by bc - Tue Nov 17 14:48:54 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Recruiter or airforce.COM
Answered by Alyx - Tue Nov 17 15:01:09 2009

what is the height requirments for flying a air force jet plane?
Q. When i grow up i want to be a air force pilot, but im very big and tall. I would like to know the hight requirments for a air force pilot. (jet planes e.g F1-11)
Asked by lockteeno - Sat Apr 26 21:11:07 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Horse Puckey. I flew F4s for A LOT of years and here's the story: You need a sitting height of not more than 50" or so. Reason being you don't want to eject and leave your knees behind. I'm 6'2" and i fit in the back of an F4 with no problem. I've also seen Viper guys who are bigger than me squeeze into that cockpit. F111's went out of the inventory in 1992, sorry. However, Eagles, Vipers, F22 and 35s will be around for some time to come. Good Luck, and if you have questions about commissioning/Flight Training etc, please don't hesitate to PM me.
Answered by jim - Sat Apr 26 21:29:11 2008

What is the difference between air force reserve & air national guad?
Q. I want to join the air force reserves but I live 250 miles away from the nearest base so how am I going to manage going to drills every month or how mnay times a year? What are the key differences? I am going to college and I want to be able to continue my education. How long is trainning for air force and air national guard? I am going to meet with air force reserve recuiter this month and I wan tto be ready to make a decision..help.
Asked by Girl - Wed Apr 28 19:38:27 2010 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They are basically the same. They are both reserve components of the active duty air force. They go to the same basic training and job training. Basic training is 8 1/2 weeks depending on the job you get job training can be from 6 weeks to 1 year. The key difference is air force reserve only serves the nation while the Air national guard serves your state first then the nation. The guard usually gets a little more benefits because they get all of the federal benefits plus state benefits on top of that.
Answered by treyjustice11 - Thu Apr 29 11:05:24 2010

Does the Air Force have its own school teachers employed by the air force?
Q. I want to be a school teacher more than anything. I also have always wanted to be an air force officer because of the stability, travel, pay, and benefits. Can I get in the air force as a school teacher. I thought maybe they might have their own teachers for non english speaking countries. If they don't have School teaching officers what is a job in the air force that may be similar?
Asked by MattyG - Thu Sep 10 23:32:00 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Teachers on military bases are federal civilian employees employed by DoD Schools. It's a great career for a spouse because they have a decent job at the same post you are at.
Answered by Billy11B - Thu Sep 10 23:45:07 2009

How to join the Air Force with prior flying experience?
Q. If I already have an IFR twin engine rating and a masters degree where would I go to sign up for the Air Force? Would I still have to go to the Air Force Academy, or is there other pilot training places I could go to? Would I still have to go through all the same training to become an Air Force pilot even with flying experience?
Asked by Thomas A - Mon Nov 10 13:05:58 2008 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. One more thumbs up for Jim... Like Jim said, your only option is OTS. Since you have your Master's you may or may not have a good shot at getting an OTS slot, however age might be your limiting factor. The AF doesn't care about your ratings; UPT is a kick in the stomach regardless of what previous flight experience you have. It's the AF's way of flying. Period. Dot. People have washed out who were airline pilots previously and I've seen dudes do well with nothing more than 40 hrs in a Katana. Oh I almost forgot. One last option that people often overlook is joinging the ANG/AFRES. W/ your background you probably have a really good shot at getting picked up by a unit that flies the aircraft you want. Apply to a unit you're… [cont.]
Answered by USAFPilot - Tue Nov 11 12:21:39 2008