Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Join the U.S. Air Force!
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- Опубліковано 25 чер 2024
- Throughout my time in the Air Force, I have had the chance to take advantage of some pretty incredible opportunities available to every Airman, and my goal is to share those with you. If you're someone interested in joining the Air Force, or someone who is just curious about what the Air Force has to offer, I hope this video gives you some more insight into what you can expect!
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0:00 Introduction
0:42 Diverse Career Fields
1:29 Kick Start Your Career
2:03 Job Security
2:46 The Paycheck
3:30 The Benefits
4:46 Education Benefits
6:14 Vacation Days
7:38 Travel the World
8:12 Family Life & Recreation
8:56 Unique Experiences
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Sam is cute !
Would have love to join the AF but my health, got a back pain and I don’t know if I can pass the rigorous training
❤
@@sparkles78Sam sure is, huh❣️
I have a question, I’m planning on going the Air Force, but I have one question. Once we serve 4 years do we get monthly income check for serving or no?
Why am I watching this? I’m already in the Air Force
So am I, i think we just making sure we made the right choice lol
Same lol
Same
🤣😂
Cause you should’ve joined the marines
Plot twist: this is actually a recruitment video😂
bruh the air force doesn't need to recruit lmao
Bro I love your pfp
@@michaelvsepe6059 yes they do lmao. Why would they accept 50k recruits a year.
Skywalker...
what else would it be? it's in the title!
33 years Air Force active duty enlisted, officer, and defense civilian. Loved it, loved it, loved it. 19 assignments, 12 years overseas, combat ops, blowing stuff up, taking down bad guys, working with professionals, camaraderie, world travel, cultural immersion, free or cheap education, dear friends of all races, religions, cultures. Wish I didn't have to get old and have to finally punch. If you can, join.
Does PTSD always come with it? That's just one thing that holds me back from joining
@@celestialblue2146 Studies on PTSD rates for those in the air force have gauged it at around 2.6%. I wouldn't worry about in a branch like the air force. Unless you're trying to be PJ and succeed in getting there, I doubt it'd be a consideration. With that said, everyone has different tolerances and you never know when we'll get launched into the next big war. I grew up watching degenerate liveleak-type gore, mainly out of morbid curiosity, so I doubt seeing it in person would leave me with any lasting trauma. Still, even I can't say that definitively. It comes down to knowing yourself, I suppose. Talk about what's bothering you, seek help, be an open book about all of it; honesty is the best policy.
@@celestialblue2146 It doesn't ALWAYS come with it, but it also depends on what you plan on doing with your military career. If you're trying to be on the front lines of conflicts then I'm sure you would know that PTSD is a very real possibility, but every single person is different on what they are sensitive to and how they deal with difficult situations and stress. Best advice is if you ever feel like something is genuinely wrong in terms of mental health then talk to someone you trust about it. Far too many people have suffered with mental health conditions for years because they were too afraid to tell someone or try to get help.
@@celestialblue2146 if you're asking that, then don't join
Excelente!
I'm a veteran (Army) and there's this guy at my work going through college who asked me "Hey I wanna join the military after my degree, which branch should I join?"
I looked at him and said "I like you man, so do yourself a favor and join the Air Force."
I'm in the process of enlisting right now! Can't wait to leave home and go do something with my life. Working a retail job and getting shit on all the time by rude customers wasn't cutting it for me.
I feel this, working at a coffee shop smh customers are pretty shitty at times
Damn that was the main reason why I enlisted
I'm enlisting too but... if yall think terrible ppl aren't in the military then you are sitting yourself up for failure. Terrible people are everywhere, and in the military they literally have complete authority over you. Forgive me.. im a lil worried
I feel ya 💯
D Bag it’s not as bad as you think it’s shitty but manageable. Like boot camp and ait/tech school will probably make you feel like you are gonna be the next captain America and you get to your first unit and that’s when everything starts to feel like, “damn this is the military” for me I just wasn’t happy with retail and I did not want to pursue a career in retail. So for me staying there felt like I was wasting time.
I’m in the Army and would definitely recommend Air Force to anyone thinking about joining.
James Rivas i'm also in the Army and I don't recommend joining the Air Force
Jaret Smith why
@@TheDomniking Yeah why?
Traitor! Lol
@@rand_-mk5lb he doesn't know
My husband retired from the AF after 20 years of service. We had 2 daughters and got to live in England (where one was born), Germany, Italy and stateside and we wouldn't had it any other way. It was the best decision we ever made. We retired in San Antonio, TX.
She said “we” 😂
He retired*
The Air Force was one of the best decision i made coming out of high school. I retired back in 2014 after 28 years of service! I truly miss it dearly and would do it all over again in a heart beat. So for anyone considering the military i would suggest the Air Force...Air Power!!!
Quick question! I’m thinking about going to Air Force academy and might get a football scholarship. What would you recommend I specifically get into or what are some good jobs I should choose in the af?
@@luck2542 Not in the military but I certainly know a lot who are and here's my opinion: The military is full of every single different kind of person and job field you can imagine and more. If you want to go fight as the boots on the ground you can do that, if you want to work in cybersecurity, you can do that, if you want to help treat sick and injured patients in a hospital, you can do that. It's really just all about what you're passionate about doing and what you want to put effort towards achieving. Hope this response helps you a little and I wish you the best of luck with your future.
@@Cynsham I'm considering joining the AF as either an Aircraft Maintenance Officer or as a pilot
Hey sir, I was wondering are there jobs in there that are non combat?!? Or low risk going into combat zones?
@@cuautligonzalez4565 There's ALWAYS a chance for you to go into combat, no matter what sort of job you go into in the military, so your focus should be less on that and more so on what sort of job you'd be genuinely interested in doing.
This is awesome! One of best “tips” guides I’ve seen out there... and it was funny! 😂
Swayne Martin Appreciate it :). Just trying to be like you!
Swayne you are my inspiration to becoming a pilot, although I am color blind I haven’t lost hope
Swayne do i have to go to college to became an air force pilot
@@fortnitebestkills-_-3323 The Air Force requires commissioned officers to pilot their aircraft. For selection to get an officer's commission, you must have a 4-year degree (or enter via ROTC, Air Force Academy, or other selection process for OCS).
Oi pilot man talking to pilot man
The AF DOES take care of their own. I wish I would have appreciated it more and stayed in.
Unfortunately this does not apply to everyone in the AF. Its simply a stereotype
The traveling part is awesome. My cousin is a Air Force mechanic and he legit went to Antarctica.
But they make what 40,000 a year
@@Copilot1204 they offer lots of benefits and a retirement
@@Copilot1204 and u make 0
I'm tired of crappy jobs, financial stress, and living at home. I'm 21 years old and I feel like the air force can change my life for the better. The benefits are amazing and I'm sure I'll love every minute of it.
i’m in the same boat 21 and struggling in college. i plan on becoming a c-5 pilot
Same
Same bro. When are you gonna join?
@@jasonkanu3494 That's an awesome goal, but I hope you realize you have to finish college and get a 4 year degree to become a C-5 pilot lol.
In the process of joining now and I am 25. Hoping to get Aerospace Propulsion. Got a 65 overall score on my asvab.
Any other benefits you guys have experienced in the military? I’d love to hear them! Make sure to subscribe for more content!
As someone who looked into the military as a career back when I was in college, I would say Retirement was a powerful factor to weight into your consideration. A person could enter into the AF at a young age, then retire after 20 years with 50% of their base pay, then move into the civilian sector and retire from that careers with two sources of income to enjoy life with.
Adam Gray Very true! The retirement system changed in the last few years (moving to a 401K vs the traditional pension) but still definitely a topic for a separate video.
I would have tied in SRB and a blanket statement covering the various special duty pays that also go into monthly/annual income. Speaking specifically on Special Warfare, depending on what your job is you can accrue a decent amount of money with your various qualifications. As an example, someone who is maxing out JTAC pay, it's tiered based on experience level, and is free-fall qualified will get roughly $700 extra a month. Add demolition pay to that and you're around $850 extra a month. TDY's are very common in a Special Warfare career field and as long as you're not eating steak dinners every night you can make money by staying under the daily meal allowance. Food for thought.
Tyler Stewart Great points! Thanks for adding.
I am more of an enforcer guy like MP for example. Should I join the Security Force?
Like Sam said he did, I enlisted in the Air Force because I wasn't sure about what I wanted to do in my life. After taking the written tests that gauge various aptitudes, my recruiter said my electronic and mechanical scores came in at the 95th percentile. He said I have a wide range of jobs I can choose from. Jobs like jet mechanic, radar repairman and so on. As the recruiter rattled off various jobs, nothing really jumped out at me. Then he said if I am willing to do the delayed enlistment program for three months, I can choose the job of "Flight Simulator Technician". I jumped on that. At the time, my uncle was a Captain for Continental flying DC-10's. He endorsed my decision 100%. He even brought me to Continental's training facility at LAX so I could see simulators in action. I did a four and a half year enlistment (including eight months of Tech School). I rose to the rank of Staff Sergeant (E5) in 3.5 years. Bottom line...I have no regrets. It was a great experience and I met a lot of nice people. My tour ran from 12/75 through 6/80.
Thanks for your service! I appreciate you sharing this.
I want this
Wow E5 in that amount of time. That's pretty dang good. Good job 👏
Man I bet that job was FUN. We went to the sim house during engine run training Great fucking day playing around in them
@@SamEckholm& You're doing such A Great Job as well Sam = Thank You For Your Service(s)❣️❤️🇺🇲
1. DIRECTIONLESS
2. DISCIPLINE (COLLEGE)
3. SELF IMPROVEMENT
4. STABILITY
5. BENEFITS
6. EXPERIENCE
7. INDEPENDENCE
8. SETTING A FOUNDATION
22 about to turn 23 this summer and been thinking of joining as of right now but here are my reasons why I think I should join now.
I'm in the same situation as ya. 21 but wished I enlisted out of high school. University has been pitiful existence for me it will change tho.
in the same boat
@@alanr4845
I agree. Unless you are a CEO or successful business owner, the USAF can and will change your life for the better 🇺🇲
@DDrummer that's great! Lean forward and love America 😎👍🇺🇸
Thanks I’m showing this to my son. 3 generations of Airman here.
Critical Thinker that is awesome! You did a great job #salute
Show him marine corps bootcamp
@@Mmjacksom nah show him vids of PJs, CCTs, SRs, and TACPS lmao
Best decision I ever made. Did 21 years mixed active and guard. I joined in 86 as a law enforcement specialist and ended up having another career in federal law enforcement. Now fully retired from both, had 32 years of travel and adventure and am enjoying being in my 50s with the freedom to do what I want.
Growing up as an army brat, I know that my dad is gonna roast me for joining the AF. But hey, I get to stay in five star hotels
Thank You for your service from an Air Force Veteran .
hell yeah, chair force ftw
My entire family is Navy 😅 both parents, aunt and uncle, and my brother
Every Marine I’ve ever met always told me to join the Air Force. Lol
@Brian Tran AF gets the best funding, so it gets the best facilities. In addition, most of its focus is on logistics and data gathering/analysis, so a lot of nerds and other people who aren't traditionally seen as super tough end up joining. These are the types of people who enjoy comfortable living and have the budget for it, so their stations are usually nicer than other branches.
You’re editing skills are top notch
The best part is that you get to perform a job that matters. No matter what your position is in the military, you are part of the team that keeps everyone safe. That for me was priceless.
I wish that had been my experience. I spent all of my enlistment looking over my shoulder. The squadron I was in was full of people trying to screw each other over. And it didn't matter how much you played by the rules. There was no camaraderie or teamwork, especially from the senior NCOs and officers. If it was like you described, I would have stayed in.
Currently halfway in college and seriously thinking about joining the Air Force as an officer after I graduate from college. Not only do I want to serve my country but I feel as joining the air force as an officer will lead me to a better career in life rather than just going into the work force after college.
The benefits the air force provides are beyond amazing to me, medical, insurance, and other benefits seem beyond amazing.
Sure I have to be physically and mentally prepared for it, but if I can get through general chemistry I think I can get through OTS 😂.
I hear you on that. Im thinking the same thing cause i already have martial arts experience and dont wanna be tied down to the work force/job searching when i graduate
I’m thinking the same thing
Do college grads going straight to joining as an officer have to go through basic training?
@@annemarieching1451 ROTC is like going to basic training on the weekend while in college, its what most officers will do. The other one is OTS and it is basic training for those who already have a degree. ROTC is much easier to get accepted into so if you want to join, thats the way you should do it
Yes I’m 18, in college (uk) and it’s Christmas. About half way through college. And I hate it lol. Doing my second year of college and im thinking about it. Dad was in us air force.
Videos like this make me so proud of our military. Keep it up Airman Sam.
Currently in the enlistment process ; took the ASVAB last Monday, still feels unreal, but excited for what’s to come. Sam my dad would have to 100% agree with you, having served in the AirForce himself, he said to me multiple times “If you’re ever thinking about going into the service, join the AirForce because they have no many career fields that you can go into in which you actually learn something”. Hopefully looking to land as a Special Missions Aviator, MP or something of that matter.
BrianFrom TheLonghornState sweet dude! Well I hope you enjoy it man! Best of luck.
Do you like it? I am thinking about joining as well.
dont join@@sarahbeara1018
advice: don’t sign a 6 year contract unless you know you’re doing 20+
Julian24stg definitely disagree depending on your signing bonuses. For example mine was 15k after completion of Tech School for a 6 year contract.
I thought getting E3 after tech school was a nice deal😓
I did 6 for no bonus or pro-pay and got out as an E6. In the navy though. In college now then going back as an O1E. Not sure what branch though.
Nathan Kinson EOD?
Julian24stg even if you are doing 20 you should never do 6
My man I'm so glad I came across your video. It answered a lot of questions I had. Thank you.
I enjoyed my time in the USAF back in the early 80s and would encourage any young person to consider the opportunities offered. Thanks for sharing!
As a maintainer, it's a thankless job and it can be frustrating dealing with pilots. but i don't think i would have ever gotten the same experiences anywhere else. even though im a baby staff sergeant planning on separating soon, i will forever be thankful for everything that i've learned. i've definitely become a better man
Going in for 2a3x3 next month, been building boats the last 10 years for DoD, looking forward to the career change. 4 year and E-3 bump.
Phil Parnell 4 year F-16 crew chief, If I were you I would look at doing something else
Maintenance is miserable imho
@@unknownnbased1745 Hm, interesting. I'm considering joining the AF as either a maintenance officer or a pilot.
@@justalpha9138 I should've specified that I was only referring to the enlisted side of maintenance, I can't speak for the officer side
Thanks for this video. I’ve been really considering joining for some time but recently I’ve been getting pretty serious about it.
Great info and easy to understand even for a 12 year old boy who interest in the Air Force peeked after a career day at school. I know he has watched at least one more of your videos and will be watching more. Thanks for putting these together, he will be watching a few more.👍👍
Currently serving and I can attest the Air Force has been awesome!
I opted for the reserves to remain flexible and gain the experience to make a career switch into the Cyber Security field. I recently started a new job as an Information Security Analyst and would never have had the opportunity without
the Air Force!
That's awesome dude! I'm currently getting my master's in Cyber Security. I really wanna go full-time in the Air Force though... I'm most likely gonna put my master's on hold to go active duty in the Air Force.
Did you go as enlisted or as an officer?
Are you able to get a job right after tech school or was it a hassle since you didn't have experience just the training ?
Hi Brent, Same question here, were you an office or enlisted reservist? I’m thinking to jump to cyber security field too but remain the current job.
I got my Security+ in April and so far been having a hard time finding a cyber job, I was thinking of joining the reserves but I’m not sure and I graduated with my bachelors in December
Thank you for speaking at our CAP meeting!!! Love you video setup!
Just signed up today on the . Hopefully, things go smoothly from this moment forward.
Thank you Sam, this was well put together! Love the background music, and the overall positivity.
Always remeber that everyones experience in the AF will differ from one another and its mostly based on luck......and dont expect to have a gucci experience like him because hes in a unique position such as being apart of a demonstration team
Yeah, this guy pretty much got a dream role.
He also graduated from the Air Force Academy, so he gets some priority treatment for his job choice.
Amen.
Great video Sam. I joined AFROTC my freshman year of college, but used the freshman self elimination option when I found out computer science was not what I wanted to study. I just graduated two months ago with my finance degree. I did accept a civilian finance role but have recently been thinking about talking to a recruiter about OTS with the Air Force. Anyway, strong editing and good flow. You earned a sub!
Thanks man! Best of luck to you.
Finishing my ALO interview later this afternoon, this video was helpful for an overall recap!
I served in the air force after I graduated high school in 2001. I was a loadmaster, loved it and got to travel a lot. My grandpa was in the air force as well. It runs in the family. The best quality of life in the military.
how many years did you do?
Hey thanks for the info! Only a freshman in high school, but I dream of one day becoming a pilot. I’m studying for my PPL, and I can’t wait to serve my country doing what I love! Really inspirational
Adi Nair Best of luck dude!
Got an update for us, adinair?
0:28.he speaks the truth!
I’ve just entered high school and can’t wait to enter service!
I’ve been super nervous about this. Just being away from family and some friends but this is going to change my life. I seriously can’t wait I’m so excited to leave my hometown!
Great video thinking about going into the airforce so thank you.
Here from Swayne’s insta story! Actually looking forward to this information as I’m looking for routes right now. Wrapping up my PPL
You should also do a "10 reasons they will reject you" Video...
1. you told the meps guy you tripped and fell as a child
2. you told the meps guy you got symptoms of a cold as a child
3. you told the meps guy you accidentally bumped your head onto a wall as a child
4. you didn't get a waiver for that rash on your arm
5. your duckwalk looks weird
6. they found suspicious white powder on your shoelace
7. they found suspicious green leaves on your shoelace
8. they found anything suspicious on anywhere, ever
9. you don't like sitting in chairs
10. you're already a marine
@@dairyprods what is "meps" ?
@@erdemcelik9260 military entrance processing station, the joke is that the medical application portion is really really strict
@@dairyprods same here in NATO member Turkey
@@erdemcelik9260 Thank You for your service from a US Air Force Veteran .
Oh how I wish that I would have joined the Air Force. I just turned 40, so I missed the cutoff. I wish I would have joined right out of high school because that would have helped me with having a regiment in my life which would have been helpful, since I have ADD. And you are so right. Several weeks ago I looked at the AF website and saw all of the job possibilities and it just sickens me that I didn't look at the AF when I was in HS. I tested for the Marines and decided NOT to join the Marines. I absolutely LOVE aviation, so I'm confused as to why I didn't join. 😟
What did you end up doing instead? I'm sorry to hear that. I'm 23 and I always have thoughts of joining/not joining its ridiculous. Wanted to join right out of hs but life happened and started doing other things. I'm about to start a new job working in a bridal boutique after working in food for the past 5 years but I'm honestly still not satisfied with where I'm at right now. 🙁 I have thought about other things too but AF is always at the back of my mind. I guess I'm just hesitant but I'm not sure why. I don't like being away from home but at the same time I feel like theres not really much out here for me.
@@julissahernandez1413 I’m in the same boat as you. I’m not really satisfied where I am in my life right now & have been going back & forth with the idea of enlisting😕
@@mariahfling6731 I say enlist to both of you. The opportunities are endless. I just enlisted in the marines 2 days ago and getting physically prepared for basic is the most fun I've ever had working out and I'm 30yrs old! And studying for the asvab is what it is but making the most of it because at this time in my life, I'm definitely looking forward to a career because I keep bouncing around civilian jobs never happy
@@pvtsturgill911 that’s awesome I’m so happy for you👏🏽 Thank you for the advice! I still have time to decide but it’s still definitely something I’ve been doing more research on. If you don’t mind me asking, why did you chose the marines instead of the Air Force?
Sam that is so true, I spent 6 years in the Air Force from 1976 to 1982. First I was assigned to King Salmon Airport, Alaska. I had to process through Elmendorf AFB on the way. It so happens I was born at Elmendorf in 1957, 19 years earlier. There was no airman's club on the base at the time so we were allowed to go to the NCO club. I ran into a very awesome young woman there and we hit it off immediately to the point we both were thrown out of the club. I had to see the Wing Commander over this, that was Not a good visit, all I remember saying while at attention in front of his desk was "Yes Sir". Then in class walks another Colonel asking for me by name. I was terrified, like oh my God this is not over. He started walking through the base hospital where the class was held. We entered the maternity section, by this time the colonel had made sure the incident was in fact over. We stepped into this large room as the colonel asked me if I remembered the room. I said No Sir I don't. He stuck out his hand and shook mine properly introducing himself as Colonel Magee the same doctor that delivered me in that room 19 years ago, and said he was a captain at the time. I called my Mom telling her of the event. Fast Forward to Fairchild AFB my second assignment. We were a SAC base with a nuclear mission, B-52's and KC-135's on 15 minute ground alert. May 1980 Mt. St. Helens erupted and by 3 in the afternoon the sun was blocked by the massive ash cloud headed east over us. I'd say a few days or week later President Jimmy Carter was due to arrive at Fairchild to survey the volcano's damage via our rescue squadron. I was going to pull my assigned weapon, oh yea I was security police btw. I was going to pull my weapon from the armory when this huge guy orders me to pull my M-16 and my pistol both. I am 6'1" and this guy intimidated me. He was a part of the Secret Service detail. We drove to the control tower and went up stairs. He introduced me to the air traffic controllers, then turned to me "If anyone attempts to enter this door except me, shoot first, ask questions later, do you understand my order. Yes Sir. He came back after Air Force One had landed and placed me in the reception line for the president. I still had my weapons and ammunition but I am quite sure a sharp shooter had his rifle aimed at the back of my head should I have gone for my weapons. Of course they had investigated me and knew I was no harm to the president. I shook President Carter's hand and wondered how my luck was running so good. I was just an E-4 Sergeant at the time. There were a few officers Major and above that were not happy that they were not in line instead of me. One even asked the agent how I was able to keep my weapons, the agent shut him down, reminding him it was not in his pay grade to know those things! So, yes in the normal performance of my job I was able to stand in line for the President. In fact I was due to post, but the agent informed my flight chief he needed me for a detail!!! Would I do it all over again, Yes, completely Yes!!! In fact I am 63 and miss those days, I tear up when our flag is displayed and the anthem is played. If TAPS is played I cry like a baby. I love your approach to people about our U.S. Air Force. You put people at ease and thoroughly explain yourself. I can't wait to see you put on Captain!! Thank you for the videos!!!
Theres no way in hell this is real.. 😂
Great video! Very informative and helpful.
I really like your contents😊 thank you for sharing how great the Air Force is and reminding me that once again :)
Im definitly joining the air force after highschool it just seems great and i wont miss anyone when im on deployment
Depends on your AFSC and duty location champ.
I literally was thinking exactly like this (I graduated class of 2020 this past summer) and I’m telling you now: start your enlistment process now then! Begin talking to a recruiter. Get into the system. Get to Meps. Swear in. All of that. There’s wait times between things so while youre (like me) thinking “I’ll be gone and miss no one” you’ll be seeing everyone graduate and move on with their lives while you’re still in wait period during your enlistment. So please begin your process as soon as possible.
@@deewill8915 just don't rush into am AFSC that your gonna hate though. Its gets old after hearing it from the same people. 🤢🤮
@@deewill8915 what’s Meps sir ?
@@thedanieldrew6695 meps is the military entrance processing station. where you go after you enlist, to finish your enlistnment
The Army & Navy really tried to get me back in High School and honestly, the Navy almost got me but neither of them really felt right for me so I decided to not pursue. My high school never had an Air Force recruiter and I never really looked into any of the other options in the military. I deeply regret it but I’m giving it a go right now and am enlisting three weeks shy of my 24th birthday. 6 years later.
That black t shirt you’re wearing underneath is sooo clean!
I have been in the Air Force 13.5 years and am a MSgt. My AFSC is 1N471A Fusion Analyst, Cyber Intelligence Analyst. That being said, if you are looking to join do it for the right reasons and don't let the recruiters sell you the car. In my opinion, since the retirement is basically a 401k these days, the education benefits are what people should join for. It does depend on how busy your job is in the Air Force but you can take quite a few classes a year without even tapping into your G.I. bill. You can even transfer your G.I bill benefits to a family member after certain time requirements are met. The military isn't for everyone and do your research before signing any contracts. Hope everyone is well and gets what they want out of life!
Random Game Simulator thanks for your input!!
Is there any way I could get in touch with you?
Hey. Thank you for the video! I will definitely look in to this,
The tuition assistance is actually $3,500 per semester now and also $350 for books each semester as well. At least for the Air National Guard it is
For any mos? is TA easy to utilize?
Great job! Excellent content and production!
Waiting on my job contract, was shooting for medical but I get to go in as a linguist instead. Super excited! I just want to ship alreadyyyy
when do ya ship?
Nice, paid to learn a language, 1 year tech school, 6 years air force, good job, the dlab was a horrendous experience for me.
I ship august, job will be nondestructive inspection
What language will you be learning?
What was your DLAB score? And have you been told your language shred yet? Monterrey is a beautiful city.
Been wanting to join the Air Force since the end of 6th grade. Now I’m trying to rush life just to join😂. Thank you for this video, now all my life is is waiting until I can enlist. Great video btw!
I have a love for photography and come from a family and home of military people and your channel is godsend definitely considering joining the Air Force and can thank you for some of that🙏🏾🙏🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾
Is this Kyle gotts long lost brother ?
You are everywhere I’m at it seems wtf
LoL
Lol😂 Chair force all the way!
JTsuits Thank You for your service from an Air Force Veteran .
Talked to a recruiter today and everything but my weight and the fact I haven't properly taken the ASVAB yet is good. I've decided to join the Air Force because I want to change my life and become a better person in every sort of way, physically, mentally and spiritually. I think that the military is a great step towards becoming stronger, even if a friend had a few objections about it. These comments give me hope that this will indeed be a life changing experience.
It MAY be a good decision. But its not all roses. Basic training can be traumatizing for some people. But right now its hard for you to know just how it will affect you. The job afterward is definitely easier. Find someone who will actually tell you the truth about these experiences, because most recruiters and even enlisted folks will NOT be honest with you and tell you the possible downside.
@@robineggblue-bp3rq Yeah, I'm aware. I don't mind. I've heard enough stories both in person and online to know that recruiters aren't supposed to be all pure and honest. How else are they gonna recruit a lot of people into the military after all? I'm willing to go through it, especially if I can look at myself proudly when I'm decades older.
I relate to your comment so much, I’ve also been thinking about enlisting. I’m 17, and my mom told me that I’ll probably change my mind if I give myself time to. I know it won’t be easy, I know it’ll be challenging as all hell, but I want to push myself. I’m very aware of the fact I am a lazy person, I don’t like the path I can see my life going down, even though I’m young. I *need* to change. I need this
@@royalpain9939And that’s all the matters man, what YOU want. Good luck on your journey
There’s a lot of things that might need to be noted. The full coverage health care is for the active duty member only.spouses and children get general health care but you need to pay extra for dental and optometry. And in some career fields may be able to use leave at any moment some like security forces or any career field that has critical manning. you will have to beat everyone to the punch on leave usually locking your leave in six months in advance. The leave can also be disapproved by your CC at any time for what ever reason. In these same career field that worry about manning its very difficult to cross train out I’ve seen people try for years at a time to cross train out and still never get it. Not trying to say don’t enlist, there’s definitely a lot of benefits I’m just trying to show it’s not all green grass and sunflowers.
Thank you for this video!
Vacation days are the same for the army, baby 🙌🏽
The quality and presentation is immaculate 👌🏽🔥🔥🔥 Please update more! How OTS was and the journey to your success 👌🏽
I’ll for sure make videos on that soon!
Thank you Sam. I learned a lot from you video.
Thank you so much for posting this video out, it's so funny that I'm actually going to the United States Air Force ROTC program.
Hello! Thank you so much for producing these videos. It’s been so helpful to gain more insight about the AF. I am actually in the process of applying for OTS and taking my AFOQT in January. Just want to get some advice and help. I am a little nervous if I don’t pass the test after all my attempts. Can I enlist instead? Thanks again for your time! I appreciate it!
I joined the Air Force in March. Went all the way through BMT, was so excited to have a career in the Air Force. About two weeks before graduation, they had found I had MILD anemia. So they sent me to med hold. I was there until the Thursday I was supposed to graduate. I got kicked out the same day I was supposed to graduate. My flight even marched past me while I waited on my pre-sep brief. If you guys decide to join, please make sure you're medically good to go by USAF standards. I thought I was good to go, but I didn't even know I had something that could risk my position in the air force. Don't make the mistake I did and lose all the passion and time invested just to get kicked out and getting nothing in return.
What did you have that made them kick you out? I thinking it was asthma or something similae
came across this and i just started listening to you. im actually active duty and currently in Italy. Great way to talk about the benefits!!! Now subscribing!!!
What’s your job in the af and how’d you get it if you don’t mind answering. Thank you I’m thinking about going to af academy
Love the editing😍..easy to understand videos
this is a quality video / channel. im shocked your sub countt is kinda low. I went ahead and sub, and will like videos to help your channel build!!!!! thank you for all the insight.
I give you my top ten (from a sailor's perspective)
1. Easy bootcamp.
2. Better food.
3. Great bases in the homeland.
4. Far from the battlefield chances...high.
5. Access to the new Space Force.
6. More mental work than physical.
7. Same paid.
8. Translate better to the civilian word/ business-structures.
9. Better budget.
10. Navy, Marine, Coast Guard, and the Army need you so we can keep making fun of you guys while we get the job done.
You left out Air Force women lol
lol
Thank you for this video! It was very helpful. I plan on joining the Air Force in a few months
Killer sweatshirt! And Thank you for this information and for your service!
I plan on joining the Air Force and enlisting as an officer! I’m currently in Pharmacy School and I would love to serve as an Air Force pharmacist. I also love that the military offers scholarships that will pay for medical/pharmacy school! :)
I, too, am greatly considering this with pharmacy route!
This is great, because I want to join the Air Force. And knowing this makes me want to join more. I mean yea there is going to be death but it really depends what you do, so thank you for letting me know this.
Very Helpful Guide Sam!!!
Ty. I'm still in high school and trying to figure out what to do through college. This was very helpful dude. Ty, I think imma go into the air force. I just didn't know how to get there. Your other videos have helped me with that as well.
Glad to hear that man!
Unless things have changed very recently, the Post 911 GI Bill will cover instrument and commercial flight training (up to a set cap), but I’m afraid a private pilot cert is on your own dime. A private ticket, although a necessary first step if you want to fly professionally, is considered avocational and the GI Bill is intended to help tradition one to a civilian career. Good videos.
This guy needs to have more subscribers. based on just how informative and how detailed the editing is! :D
Helpful video, I am thinking about joining and I’m going to meet with a recruiter tomorrow to see what steps I need to take to begin the process, thank you
Good to see you are now a 1st lieutenant when you were a 2nd lieutenant in the fighter jet video
Keep in mind: this video is one man's experience.
If you want to have a direct impact on the mission, the Air Force probably isnt for you. Those over 200 jobs he mentioned are 95% support positions, so if you want to be the mission and not just support the mission, look to another branch.
There is a distinct caste system in the Air Force where aircrew takes priority and is catered to above all other members, remember that when selecting your job.
Overall, I feel that my time in the military would have been better spent pursuing my dreams in the civilian world.
Your mileage may vary, a lot of your experience in the military will be dictated by your leadership, which is a very double-edged sword.
That and the Air Force is kind of picky with jobs. Right now they're only allowing people within Maintenance, Electronics, Special Forces, Security Forces, SERE or Engineering. I also mentioned my eczema and never heard back. :C
@@TitanSubZero15 you can get in with eczema. Maybe check with your recruiter and see how the process is going?
All these reasons are the same as the Army. My father is retired Air Force. He explained the pros and cons. I experienced Air Force as a dependent. I went Army and retired. I like the fact that I choose my job from the very beginning. I made more rank than my father. I have been stationed at Air Bases but glad I went Army. Travel is a bit different for each military branch depending on where you would like to live so if there's certain country or place you want to live. Do your research on places to live but ultimately choose where you live when you get out of the military. Any military branch is a good option pending what your likes and dislikes are.
Second that. Not everyone's experience is rosy.
3:58 hey that's my neighbor standing beside you 😀, what happen to you in Bali bro ?
Great info! Thank you 🙏
That was the best explanation am 100% joining Airforce! Thanks man …
While this is an officer making this video and surely adding in their experiences as such vs. the enlisted view, most of these items do apply to both sides. Space-A doesn’t truly count unless you’re so flexible to everything the military schedules for flight plans. Depending on your career, you may travel constantly or not at all. Most people will not get to do a ride along in fighter jets. Cross training also is a fickle beast: many that apply for it do not get it as at the end of the day the “needs of the Air Force” come first, and may keep you from re or cross training
Been researching all the military branches since I was 12 or 13. I'm dead set on joining the air force and working my a$$ off to try to be a fighter pilot 👩✈️✨
Currently looking to join! Meeting my recruiter this week after chatting and texting on phone. Best of luck to me!!! That tuition is serious 🔥
6:22 😆 love it. You’re funny
I was considering joining the air force and I think this video is going to seal the deal
Same! I was considering the army but now I wanna join the AF
Yeah these are really the best tips I’ve seen so far for becoming an Air Force pilot. On the other hand what do you think about the experience of the Tuskegee Airmen in U.S.Air-force history 👨🏿✈️
Well! this video is certainly very encouraging
My uncle went in as as a Navigator in the late 40s or 50s and came out a Colonel way to go . I always had the highest respect for that man . Aim High !
Been trying to get in since December, lots of paperwork due to previous service and covid is slowing everything down!
my name is Justin francis, I'm from england It was my dream to join the US military since when I was 9 year old, I applied once and I didn't gain access but with the help of usa_militry_help_out_ I gained access to the US military all thanks to there good work
He looks like he does fashion show pictures for men in the airforce
Active Duty Air Force from 1991-2001. Six years ATC Radar and retrained to Education and Training Manager for four years. I knew nothing about any of the branches when I joined and I respect every branch but really glad I choose the Air Force. It was the perfect fit for me, and I was home every night and rarely went PCS except for a week or two of training. Even the jokes about the Air Force made me smile and never took insult to any of them. (Others dig in, while the AF checks in. Others blow up buildings while the Air Force leases them with an option to buy.) Loved my time in service and everyone I knew along my journey. No matter what branch they are from.
Love to see a video with you and Swayne together.