Why choose the Air Force? Well, that is a question that is not easily answered yet is asked more often than my name (not really). First, I'd like to bust a myth....The Air Force does not pay more than any other branch of the Military. Each component of the Armed Forces is compensated the same basic pay, depending on rank check out the Military Pay chart. Although it takes a little longer to climb rank in the Air Force, the perceived benefit is that emphasis is placed on education. Additionally, some of the jobs that are offered in the Air Force are very attractive in a similarly situated civilian job market.
One of the more appealing parts of the Air Force as opposed to say Army is the lack of barracks. The Air Force has opted to house airmen in single man dorms with shared common facilities (assuming there is space available on base). One can argue that residing in barracks builds morals, acquaints soldiers, and the like; however, I prefer my own space as opposed to sharing.
Secondly, lets retouch the emphasis on education.......:) I mean, I cannot speak on experience....But, it's my understanding that the Air Force will allow airmen to pursue higher education degrees while on active duty. Not to mention that the required tech school for an individuals MOS (military occupational specialty) is also included in his or her college credits through the Community College of the Air Force, a nationally recognized institution of higher learning. Of course, bear in mind that the amount of free time an individual has directly relates to his or her MOS.
Thirdly, the Air Force is not trained for infantry, Airmen don't see the rigors of hand-to-hand combat. Airmen are trained to some degree pre-deployment.
Satisfied? Three reasons...
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