what all branches of the military offer HALO jumping?

Question

I know army and i think the marines, but are there any others? if the navy cant, can a medic from the navy (i forget the proper name) go with the marines if they do have it because they dont use their own medics? What is the training like? what are the requierments like?

Answer 1

The Army and Marines do not routinely do HALO. None of the services do. It requires special training.

The proper term is Hospital Corpsman although "Corpsman" will do.

Special Forces tend to be the only ones that qualify for HALO pay with any frequency. The idea behind HALO is not to be visible very long. A parachute floating down from 8-9 thousand feet can draw attention to a clandestine approach. Heck, with all the equipment they carry, they could probably be picked up on radar. So they drop a few miles and pop the chute just before they mix with the water... or the real estate. Wonder why they call it "terminal" velocity? ;-)

And you WANT to jump out of a perfectly air-worthy plane? This appeals to you? :-)

Requirements/Training
http://www.seal.navy.mil/seal/default.aspx
And SEALs do take Corpsmen.

When you look at the requirements, remember that these are MINIMAL... just to be considered.

But, if you're looking for glory, don't go SEALs or any other Special Warfare unit. You cannot talk about what you do... to anybody... your parents, your brothers and sisters, even you bestest buddy. I know guys who have been out for about 40 years and still don't talk.

Answer 2

Halo Jumping

Answer 3

The Army, Navy, Marines, and Airforce all have HALO jump qualified people but they are all in Special Operations units( Special Forces, Force Recon, Rangers, SEALS, Airforce Pararescue and Tactical Air Controllers). But there are a few exceptions. All of these HALO jumping Special Ops teams require HALO qualified parachute riggers to pack the chutes, check their HALO equipment before a jump, and maintain the equipment.
Also the ARMY has the Golden Knights parachute demonstration team who do HALO jumps for demonstrations.

Answer 4

All types of Special Forces. These would include the Navy SEALS, Army SF, Air Force Para Rescue. I can't imagine an ordinary Navy Corpman would have to be HALO certified.

I watched something on the Military Channel the other day regarding HALO Warriors. Training is intense, with lots of daily jumps and night jumps with equipment.

Answer 5

Only the Army offers HALO training at Yuma AZ. Though like all schools of this nature, all branches of the armed services are invited to attend.

Requirements are to be able to pass a Class III flight physical (Sometimes called an Airborne physcial), pass an Army PT test at the age requirments for an 18 year old male, and have already attended Airborne School.

Answer 6

Any Military branch has areas where this form of specialized
form of Jumping is done. To Halo qualify is not a walk in the
Park.. You first must have completed Airborne school.. Once
you have successfully completed this,, You then can start working your way into the specialized units that employ HALO

US army rangers Units,,,
US army special forces units
Marine Force recon units
Navy Seal units
US Airforce special operations units.

A medical team corpman is a intergal part of any special operations team.... This practicular medical member must
be able to perform a nbr of field services for a downed team
member. If you choose this format for your Military carrer
best to you,,

And Blue Skies.

Answer 7

Personally, I'd join the Marines. They are the most elite military force in the country. There is some sort of an aura attached with being a Marine and many businesses would rather hire a Marine than just an Army soldier.

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Answer 9

Every branch offers the chance, but you have to be in special operations or on a parachute team (like the Navy Leap Frogs or the Army Golden Knights).

Answer 10

If you are intending on joining the military, you should not be basing your decision on something as to stupid HALO jumping. Trust me, no matter what service you join, if you are in a unit that would ever require you to do a HALO jump, the jumps are few and far between. These are specialized jumps that hold a much higher risk, and are only used when the mission absolutely requires it. You are looking at probably Force Recon or Seals if you want to be put in a place to ever do this. However, I strongly urge you to consider all services and be realistic with yourself on what you want and what you are prepared for before you make a decision.

BTW, the Navy "Medics" are called "Corpsmen"