EDUCATION
Members qualify for a maximum benefit of $17,000, per year, based on availability of funds annually.
Post 9/11 GI Bill or the Montgomery GI Bill available in selected fields.
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) - Get credits for going to training!
PAY AND TRAINING
Paid Training in Technical and Non- Technical Career Fields
Receive Full-time benefits for Part-time work
Great Bonuses in Selected Career Fields
Regular Promotion and Pay Raises
INSURANCE
Excellent, low-cost health, dental and life insurance rates
401K & Retirement Benefits
Thrift Savings Plans
Non-Contributory Retirement at Age 60
MILITARY RECREATION
Gowen Field has a nice quaint RV Park great for exploring the Treasure Valley. Mountain Home AFB FamCamp offers a beautiful park and is close to many recreational opportunities. Strike Dam Marina offers many opportunities for those who enjoy the water! (Wakeboard, Water Ski, Fishing, Kayaking, etc.)
ELIGIBILITY FOR VA HOME LOANS
Purchase a home with no down payment required
Competitively low interest rates. Lowered closing costs
No Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) required
FLEXIBILITY
Ability to serve your country, state, and in your local community
Available part time and full time service options
Over 200 careers to choose from
Ability to do Part-Time and pursue a Full-Time civilian career
Extra monthly income and security while you pursue ventures outside of the Air National Guard
Travel
As a traditional Guardsman, Members are only obligated to work 39/365 days a year, giving our members time to travel!
Travel to locations all across the U.S.A and around the world with all expenses paid for work!
HOPS is a great way to get free to low flights on AF aircrafts for you and your family!
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Pay lower costs for recreation and groceries than off-base options by having access to on-base amenities such as the Base Exchange, Commissary, fitness facilities, and outdoor recreation