space-A travel

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Flying Space from Dover AFB: 8 Things You Need to Know

Dover Air Force Base is one of the most active bases for Space-A travel opportunities on the East Coast. It’s also one of the best places to start your journey if you want to “hop” to Europe. In this guide, find out everything you need to know about flying Space-A …

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Flying Space-A from JB Charleston: 7 Things You Need to Know

JB Charleston is among the most active bases for Space-A travel opportunities in the southeastern United States. The base is located in North Charleston, about 12 miles northwest of Charleston’s historic city center. This Air Mobility Command (AMC) terminal has regular missions to several bases within the U.S., but its …

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Flying Space-A from JB Andrews: 8 Things You Need to Know

If you’re flying Space-A from the Washington, DC area, add Joint Base (JB) Andrews to your list of options. JB Andrews usually has several flights per week to bases within the continental U.S. plus regular flights to Germany. As a bonus, competition for Space-A seats at Andrews is often less …

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What Active Duty Service Members Need to Know About Flying Space-A

Flying space-available (“Space-A” or “taking a hop”) on military aircraft can make visiting family or taking regular leave much more affordable for military members. It’s a privilege codified in Department of Defense Instruction (DODI) 4515.13, but before you use it, it’s very important to understand how the Space-A program works. …

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7 Air Force Inns for a Fantastic Fall Getaway

Looking for a quick escape this fall? Plan a fun getaway by staying on an Air Force base! That’s right! Military bases can also serve as excellent “bases” for exploring a part of the country you’d like to visit. When traveling for leisure, eligible patrons can stay in military lodging …

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