2007-01-21 07:34:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Military
Age
One would think that age would be a simple category. One is old enough, or too old, right? Unfortunately, it doesn't quite work that way. By federal law (10 U.S.C., 510), the minimum age for enlistment in the United States Military is 17 (with parental consent) and the maximum age is 35. This is to ensure than anyone who enlists on active duty can be eligible for retirement (20 years of service) at the mandatory age of 55 (60 in some cases). However, DOD policy allows the individual services to specify the maximum age of enlistment based upon their own unique requirements. The individual services have set the following maximum ages for non-prior service enlistment:
Active Army - 42
Army Reserves - 42
Active Air Force - 27
Air Force Reserve - 34
Active Navy - 34
Naval Reserves - 39
Active Marines - 28
Marine Corps Reserve - 29
Active and Reserve Coast Guard - 27
However, prior service enlistees can receive an "age waiver." In most cases, the amount of age that can be waived depends upon the amount of time the individual previously spent in the military. For example, let's say that an individual has four years of credible military service in the Marine Corps and wants to join the Air Force. The Air Force could waive the individual's maximum enlistment age to age 31 (Maximum age of 27 for the Air Force, plus four years credible service in the Marines). For the Marine Corps, the maximum age of enlistment for prior service is 32, after computing the prior-service age adjustment. God Bless You and Our Southern People.
2007-01-21 09:00:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok, well, you cannot join with a GED, unless you have college credits. But, some places are maxed out ( many branches are "over manned" right now) so they may not even be accepting GEDs. Every branch has a standard of what you need to score on the ASVAB, which is an aptitude test. it's easy, in my opinion of course. there's no way to fit in. its just like anything in life. you will like some people, and you will dislike others. As for physically, it depends on your unit. I wouldn't necessarilly agree that the Air Force is the easiest physically. it just depends. Air Force is obviously centered around aviation. In my opinion, the best job in the Air Force is Air Crew. I think it is also in the Marine Corps, and probably Navy too. You actually get flying hours doing this job, but talk to a recruiter about it, because it has very extensive training. It just depends on what your interests are, and where you wanna go in life. Deployments run differently for everyone. You can probably guarantee in a 4 year contract you will deploy twice, unless you are reserves or guard. But, if you have your mind set on it, go for it. just understand what you are getting from it vs. what you are losing. Sometimes, I think I made the wrong decision, but when i weigh it out, I am gaining more than I lost. It is true that the Air Force's pt (physical training) test is on a lower standard. The Marine Corps has the hardest, but its not unreasonable at all. good luck! note: Veggie Marine, the Air Force calls their jobs "speciality codes", not an MOS, so dont tell her that. Also, a bit of advice, do NOT listen to people who are not even in the service, only in the DEP!!! they are in the same boat as you, they have not been there yet, so I really dont know how they could possibly have genuine insight. I disliked many of their answers.
2016-05-24 07:09:34 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may join the Air Force with parental consent. Keep in mind you must still pass the ASVAB and be morally qualified and medically qualified. Get a hold of your local AF recruiter to get the scoop!! Good Luck and you are making a great choice!!
2007-01-21 08:11:40 · answer #3 · answered by tbird 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, with parental consent... it's only two forms. You must have your diploma... no GED. You can go pretty much anytime after you graduate within a year of when you first enlist @ MEPS.
2007-01-22 19:27:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can join. you need your parent's consent though. once you hit 18, you can sign w/o your paretns. same w/ any other branches.
2007-01-21 09:03:19 · answer #5 · answered by LuvingMBLAQ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have your HS diploma and all custodial parents sign off on it. otherwise, you must wait until you are 18.
2007-01-21 11:54:42 · answer #6 · answered by Mrsjvb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can even go to basic training on your summer vaction from school
2007-01-25 05:54:59 · answer #7 · answered by giggles3625 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can with your parent or guardian consent. Just visit http://www.airforce.com/ and speak with a recruiter.
2007-01-21 07:38:26 · answer #8 · answered by slickny8111 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you must be 18 simple as that
2007-01-21 07:38:29 · answer #9 · answered by sammy_the_diver 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋