Eligibility and reservation tips our room at inns of the corps on mcas iwakuni, japan while the level and type of accommodation varies widely, having the option to stay in lodging on a military base is an incredible benefit available to members of the military community. Dec 03, 2017 rating is available when the video has been rented. Please be aware that space a travelers must be prepared to cover commercial travel expenses if flight schedules are changed or become unavailable to allow space a travel. Service members and their families can use space available flights formally known as military airlift command or mac flights to travel around the country and world at little to no cost.
I must for space a travel also check with local military base amc. Space available rules, amc and mac hops, passenger terminal phone numbers and. The fastest way to book a space a flight is to contact the army or air force flight operations flight ops office on the military base for information on all inbound and outbound flights. Better known as space a or military hops, air mobility command amc maintains an extensive network of flights throughout the continental united states, alaska, hawaii. Passenger terminal typical outboundinbound flights for each installation. The publishing date on the one i bought is the newest available. Space available travel hanscom air force base display.
The space available travel program, or space a, is a great transportation option for service members and immediate family that allows them to fly free or at a reduced cost. Our site contains valuable information for both official travel and space available spacea travel. Apr 10, 2019 flying spaceavailable spacea on a military flight is a great way to stretch your income. Flying space available space a on a military flight is a great way to stretch your income. Space available flight, more commonly referred to as space a travel or military hops, is a privilege afforded to military service members, their families, and service retirees. Spacea travel for military families military onesource. Spacea travel guide everything you need to know about military.
Space available a travel request forms should be filled out using your computer then printed and faxed to the number listed below. For health and safety concerns, it is recommend that pet owners. For the most uptodate information call the space a terminal service counter. May 28, 2019 space available travel is permitted, provided all space required passengers and cargo have been accommodated. Spacea travel is a privilege available to members of the community that allows us to fly free or nearly free on military aircraft. Space available flights military flight travel planning. Available seats on the aircraft are first offered to travelers in lowernumbered categories. Service members and their families can use spaceavailable flights spacea to travel around the country and world at little to no cost. Verify everything with current regulations and policy before you plan travel. Check out this ultimate guide to spacea and get it all in one convenient spot. Ramstein air base contact ramstein ab passenger terminal. Mccain national defense authorization act last year,100% service connected disabled veterans became eligible for space available travel. Delta employee travel benefits what are the details. Joint base mcguiredixlakehurst amc passenger terminal.
Reserve members on the active status list may train for points andor pay and may be considered for promotion with thier cac reserve identification and dd form 1853 may fly space a to, from, and between alaska, hawaii, puerto rico, the virgin islands, guam, american samoa, and the conus as catvi. Quickstart guide to military spacea flights poppin smoke. The 72 hour flight schedule for scott afb is posted on the passenger terminal facebook page. But dont forget that military dependents can also travel spacea, and youll want to take that into account when traveling overseas. Schedules airman basic josh moore, 733rd air mobility squadron air transportation passenger service agent, looks up information for the space. These space a flights are operated by the department of defense and allow passengers on flights that arent fully booked. Your guide to spacea travel on military flights milspousefest. The ultimate guide to spaceavailable military travel that will. The rest will require you to leave the base and could be a problem if you do not have a japanese immigration stamp to exit the base.
Service members and their families can use spaceavailable flights formally known as military airlift command or mac flights to travel around the country and world at little to no cost. Of course, its not as simple as calling a military passenger terminal and booking a flight. A veteran has travel options that other travelers do not have. Space available military flights can be booked directly thorough the local military installation. Military hops are military aircraft that allow veterans and dependants on board. These spacea flights are operated by the department of defense and allow passengers on flights that arent fully booked. Top ten tips for military travel for veterans dummies. On behalf of the 721st aerial port squadron and the air mobility command amc, we wish you an enjoyable travel experience and look forward to assisting you in. Spacea travel guide everything you need to know about. There is no guarantee of transportation, and reservations will not be accepted or made for any space available.
We hope you will find this site useful for planning your travel. To signup for space a travel, you may fill out an amc form 140, space available travel request, and bring or email it to your desired amc passenger terminal. Pet travel information has also been provided to assist in preparing your pet for travel on the amc patriot express. As spacea passengers, we are essentially hitching a ride or taking a hop, as flying spacea is often called on a flight that is deemed a military mission. John ds military space available space a travel pages. The martian by andy weir, the hitchhikers guide to the galaxy by douglas adams, across the universe by beth revis, ender. Space available space a eligible travelers may not use their privilege for personal gain or in connection with business enterprises or employment. Apr 16, 2020 7 space a tips and tricks for experienced military travelers note. Yes, there are peak periods for spacea travel, especially around the traditional family holidays. Effective march 21, 2020, air mobility command temporarily suspended most spacea travel due to covid19. Only answers by norfolk amc passenger terminal representives are official responses. Spacea flights i tips and tricks for military travelers. But dont forget that military dependents can also travel space a, and youll want to take that into account when traveling overseas.
Go online and get the phone numbers for the terminals you might pass through. Specifically, they can book commercial airline tickets with military discounts or enroll for a military hop commonly known as space a space available flight. This update is current as of 1050l on sunday, february 2nd, 2020. Dod lodging is located on or near us military installations and is owned and operated by the government. Military spacea air travel guide william roy crawford on. Amc space available travel page air mobility command. Be aware that space a travelers must be prepared to cover commercial travel expenses if flight schedules are changed or become unavailable to allow space a travel. Our site contains valuable information for both official travel and space available space a travel. All pets are susceptible to the risk of heat stroke, respiratory problems and the possibility of death during travel. Space available seats are often limited, therefore, passenger planning and flexibility is key to space available travel out of ramstein ab. Spacea flights is your pocket information system when electronics dont cut it or you just dont feel like spending days in research. If you dont know the rules, you cant play the game. Have space suit will travel is a great 5 star scifi audiobook in a class with farmer in the sky both are heinlein at his best, and tom corbett space cadet. Space available travel is a privilege that derives, in part, from united states code, title 10, section 4744, which states, officers and members of the military departments, and their families, when space is available, may be transported on vessels operated by any military transport agency of the department of defense.
Space available rules, amc and mac hops, passenger terminal phone numbers and signup email addresses. Fort campbell campbell army airfield passenger service desk. Travel on less per day the military way with over 700 worldwide military locations filled with secure, money saving options. Travelers are divided into six spacea categories or cats. Although this is a valuable benefit, space a travel can often be frustrating, unless you follow these tips. This is a constantly updated site run by the people who manage the militarys space a flight system at least the air forces part of it. Here youll find current best sellers in books, new releases in books, deals in books, kindle ebooks, audible audiobooks, and so much more. Space a travel is restricted indefinitely until a determination can be made on safely removing the limitations.
Monthu 07301900, fri 07301700, sat and holidays closed, sun 14001700. Dod aircraft, including training missions, will not be scheduled or sized to accommodate the movement of passengers on a space available basis. There is no guarantee of transportation, and reservations will not be accepted or made for any space available traveler. There is a list constantly being updated of passenger terminal facebook pages available on the web pages at. Many veterans and their family members can travel for free on military aircraft by using the spaceavailable travel program often referred to as space a. The information provided has been compiled since 2001 from online forums, individual contributions, websites, personal knowledge and regulations. Spacea refers to the practice of traveling when a military flight has unused or unassigned seats aboard. Space a refers to the practice of traveling when a military flight has unused or unassigned seats aboard. This is the mcguire afb passenger terminal 7day space a roll call report. They all have that great sense of awe, adventure, and excitement about space that existed back in the fifties and sixties. If you travel military space available and need to know where to. On behalf of the 721st aerial port squadron and the air mobility command amc, we wish you an enjoyable travel experience and look forward to assisting you in future travels. Space a travel is a privilege available to members of the community that allows us to fly free or nearly free on military aircraft.
Military planes have mission assignments throughout the world and often offer empty seats to eligible passengers. If you have any questions, please call the passenger service center at comm. Jul 17, 2018 once selected for space available travel you will be required to show your id card and all other pertinent documentation. The terminal is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Rating is available when the video has been rented. Click here to use our automated space a email signup form sends system generated email.
Disabled veterans now eligible for spacea travel u. Space available transportation is allowed on a noninterference basis only. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Space available flights are designed as a travel option for members of the military, both active duty and veterans, and their families. You can follow a consolidated automatic feed of information and schedule updates at. Spacea air flights hundreds of thousands of available worldwide seats. If youve requested to be added to the standby list, but do not see your name on the list, please check with a united airport representative. Another option is to simply provide all of the required passenger signup information in. Effective march 21, 2020, air mobility command temporarily suspended most space a travel due to covid19. The system accommodates these passengers by letting them fill seats on air force air transport flights that would otherwise be left empty. This site does not have the flight schedules for the system. The ultimate guide to spaceavailable military travel that. As an invaluable tool, the military travel guide shares militaryonly travel deals, discount travel offers and more.
Yes, there are peak periods for space a travel, especially around the traditional family holidays. Jan 08, 2019 because space a travel is literally based on space available, hence the name, its generally a good idea only if you have a flexible schedule, and some cash for room and board during your. Please be advised that this schedule is tentative and may change with little or no notice. We hope you will find this site useful for planning your travel with amc. Popular space travel books meet your next favorite book. Government dod lodging defense travel management office. Marine corps lodging will be available in dts in the future. Destinations and travel times are subject to availability and confirmed on a first come, first served basis. Tired of piecing together information about spaceavailable military travel. This beginners guide to military spacea flights explains stepbystep what you need to know to fly spacea a.
Pocket guide to military space a air bases humphrey, jackie on amazon. Amazon s kindle and kindle travel books are perfect accessories for your space a. John ds military spaceavailable spacea travel pages. Although this is a valuable benefit, spacea travel can often be frustrating, unless you follow these tips. Aug 30, 2018 be aware that space a travelers must be prepared to cover commercial travel expenses if flight schedules are changed or become unavailable to allow space a travel. Mac flights, or military airlift command flights, allow active duty personnel to board a flight if theres space available. Since the regs have made flight schedules top secret, this book has become a waste of space. Any remaining seats can be used by travelers in highernumbered lower priority categories. Many veterans and their family members can travel for free on military aircraft by using the space available travel program often referred to as space a. Find military travel resources for active duty, families and retirees today. A better alternative to mac flights, we do all the work to meet your travel needs.
Jbsa lackland jbsa randolph passenger terminal home. Welcome to the air mobility command travel web site. Rotating when necessary to off load space available passengers at an enroute station to accommodate official duty passengers or cargo, the order of selection for removal will begin with the lowest category passenger having. Apr 06, 2011 space available military flights can be booked directly thorough the local military installation. Unlimted domestic travel days, six priority vacation travel days you get a higher standby priority and 18 transoceanic travel days. Amc space available travel page air mobility command af. When these planes arent full, military personnel and often. Passenger terminal schedule feeds a live schedule feed from the various passenger terminal facebook pages all or regional flight destination database another traveler jkeaty created a database that can provide an indication of past flight routes and frequency based on past flight schedules no guarantees that same routes or frequencies would continue. My understanding is that employees have unlimited space available travel domestically, with a few restrictions on international flights. If your travel schedule is flexible and your finances permit for a stay sometimes in a highcost area, while awaiting movement, space available travel is a good travel choice. Many members of the armed forces have used this service to get where they need to go, but its not perfect. This handy guide includes phone number and flight destinations for over 170 installations. As space a passengers, we are essentially hitching a ride or taking a hop, as flying space a is often called on a flight that is deemed a military mission.
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