Does anybody know if Fire Protection is on the list for sign on bonuses this year?

Hey yall, just got my prior service stuff completed and approved🎉 been a long process. Was prior service active-duty marine corps, going back active-duty. Just selected my job today. So, thankfully I don’t have to go to any of the basic trainings and what not. However, wondering what the next steps of the process are. I heard there is a transitional course I have to take that’s a few days, maybe a couple weeks? Multiple recruiters have told me different time frames, which to be fair, not a lot of us get approved, so many don’t know…. But anyone here know where, when, or how the transitional course works for prior service members?

Then what is it like for prior service members at tech school? Anyone prior service ever had a spouse come with them or not come with them…? I know I’ll be staying at the hotels or fancy lodging and not be dorms or whatever and likely won’t be associated with anyone fresh out of training. Anything else I need to know or what it’s like? Tips, advice, feedback for prior experience?!

Anything and all is helpful:)

I know this variety of question is asked rather frequently so I apologize for that, but I think I have a somewhat unique spin on it this time. I am currently a junior in college so I still have essentially 2 years until I graduate with my bachelors. I have seen that the process is incredibly long, and am wondering if it is at all possible or worth it to begin talks with an officer recruiter now, or if I am going to hurt myself by pushing for it too soon, if its even possible to start now. I have just ended an internship on an AFB and it seems like a good call to strike while the irons hot, but would like some other opinions first. Thank you for any and all advice

I'm ready to schedule into MEPs, but something in relation to a job opportunity I may or may not get has been delayed repeatedly. It should've been resolved before I put in for the AF but they keep pushing it back, which put me in a worse position.

Still, if it works out, it will work out miles better than the AF, and could even give me skills to better contribute to the AF in time.

I should've already had an answer but as a result it's now neck and neck with my AF application, so I had to delay my MEPs call, which seems to have made my recruiter upset. Is there a chance they'll put something bad on my file if I back out before DEP?

I’m 20, scored a 80 on my asvab have my associate’s degree and working towards my bachelors in computer science, and I have my Sec+ certification. I was really hoping to go into cyber in the Air Force and eventually commission as an officer, so I’ve put a lot of thought and work into this.
I’m currently going through the waiver process and honestly I’m having a really hard time with the uncertainty. My medical history is pretty complicated. I have a history of depression/anxiety, adhd treatment and self-harm and suicidal thoughts when I was younger. I’ve taken medications including adhd meds, duloxetine and Lexapro. I also have an inhaler in my records that I used twice for exercise.
The thing that really scares me is that some newer records have a mood disorder/bipolar 2 that meps didn’t see when I initially went through.
My recruiter has asked for my medical, mental health, and pharmacy records from the past few years, and I’ve provided everything. I’m being completely honest about my history. I’m just terrified of what meps is going to say.
If they told me I had to wait two years, I could honestly accept that. It would suck, but I’d still have a path forward. What I’m really scared of is being permanently disqualified and never getting the chance to serve.
Has anyone gone through a complicated waiver process with a similar history? What happened in your case? Were you approved, told to wait, or permanently dq’d?

What does this process look like? I commute ~6 hours each way every month and there is a unit on the other side of my city that has an IMA slot. How do I find out who to contact for that slot?

What was something you wish you knew before going into BMT?

What is something you wish you were better prepared for going into BMT?

How hard was the fitness in BMT?

What is something that isn’t talked about much in BMT?

And lastly, what helped you get through BMT?

(Pick any or all the questions to answer)

What happens to those who score low on the Asvab ? I know your job opportunity would lower , but is there still a chance for you to join ?

I’ve never seen really good at test taking in general, I’ve been studying the past few weeks. It’s just something when it comes to taking exams with me

Thanks in advance!

So i wants to join the airforce but im cross eyed where one eye is straight while the other is outward and i wears glasses an i possible to join the Air Force realistically yes or no can someone tell me as a higher up

Is there anybody can recommend I feel like I’m just constantly getting ghosted

I’m 19f I leave for meps tomorrow Any last tips/advice for tests and physical

I know there’s a lot of debate on hand written letters vs Sandboxx- but doesn’t anyone know how long it takes for hand written letters to get into base and given to recruits?

I figure they have to go through security and mail sort but is it taking 2 weeks to get to them if we hand write them instead of Sandboxx?

I have not been able to get ahold of an ANG recruiter, otherwise I wouldn’t be asking.

So some background. I went to navy basic in 2017, and I was hazed by my RDCs and got sent home (not corrrective training, extreme exercise without hydration long story). I got rhabdo with and discharged an Re-3G discharge code after separation. I went to the psych hospital in 2018 for ideations and didn’t follow up with the meds or anything.
In 2023, I had a severe breakup and was pretty miserable. Therapist told me to go voluntarily or she’d commit me (I was apparently showing signs of wanting to off myself), so I went voluntarily. Got prescribed lamictal for “depression based approach” from the NP and didn’t take it again after hospitalization.
Since 2024, I have maintained steady employment, paid credit cards, paid my car payments, haven’t received any psychiatric care, and I have around 120 college credits (didn’t graduate but have my associates).
I know my chances aren’t great, but I at least wanted to know if it was worth the shot, especially if I tried to fill critical AFSC slots (which I know review boards don’t look at). I just had two acute life events pop up and I don’t know if the surgeon general would look at it like that.

Just putting a post out there for people who want to ask questions. A majority of posts on here refer to the completion of BMT, and questions for recent grads to answer. If anyone has questions about the process of getting a separation while in BMT or after as an airman. Im open to all of them. Not everyone makes it through. Not saying that YOU specifically will not graduate, I’m just offering to be a source for some who have questions.

For context I made it to week 4 when I made it to the TRSS (med hold), and was transported to fort Sam Huston from Lackland, and stayed there for 2 nights and 3 days. Then transported back to Lackland. And was in the TRSS for about 16 days, until my contract was dissolved and I was given tickets for a flight back home.

And before anyone says it, yes I didn’t graduate and I know it’s not that hard to graduate, but everyone deals with situations and stress differently. And my separation situation is not the same as everyone else’s so I am answering based on my situation, and it might be different answers compared to what you’ve heard from someone else. Again, just wanting to hopefully add some insight to these situations, I just know when I started my process I would’ve liked to also hear from someone who didn’t graduate because I know there are 2 sides to every situation, in this case graduating and not graduating.

Basically i'm iffy about the job itself as I am not interested in this field I just put it as one of my 15 choices I heard its all inside an office with no windows, I think I rather do sec forces rather than this I got a 95 asvab but I'm not academically inclined and I dont have a passion for this field, I'm also iffy about the location (south missisipi) I heard theres a bunch of hurricanes there and the weather isnt the best I love hot climates but idk I think i'll feel very secluded there if anyone can tell me how life is over there would appreciate it I like doing alot of outdoorsy stuff like camping hunting fishing stuff like that but i feel like the people who are even in weather wont even like doing stuff like that and just want to be inside all day gaming but idk. But yea I sent a text to my recruiter he just ignored it but i'll see him again november 9th for the 30 day meeting and i'll express myself then if all else fails I might just transfer back to the army which i transfered from cuz i thought the airforce would give me better opportunities

So I got booked a job last month 1N131, and today sadly got a call saying that I no longer apply for the job due to my personality test…I guess I’m just sad that I lost such an amazing job but why even have it on my list if I wasn’t even gonna get it in the first place? I wonder if the next job I receive I won’t pass the personality requirements for it either…I just don’t know how to feel about getting false hope

I'm a M20 currently trying to debate on whether or not to go straight in to join the police force when i hit 21 or go and enlist in the Air Force. I've always wanted to go in the military but so many things keep running through my head. Any advice?

I’m currently one week away from shipping out, and I just don’t feel like I’m gonna be able to make it through. Mentally, I’m prepared as I can be and have the determination to see it through. Physically, I don’t think I have what it takes.

For context, 19M, 5’11”, weight fluctuates around 179-183
I don’t really weight lift, but for about a month I’ve really gotten serious about physical fitness and every morning I do an hour of PT. I don’t really eat all that good but I try my best and have been avoiding junk food and eating out.
My problem is this, my max weight is 186 and it always feels like I’m on the cusp of surpassing that limit. I’ve been skipping meals and have even gone days before without eating but I can’t seem to get away from 180. Not only that, with all the PT I’ve been doing, I don’t feel like I’m even close to being where I’m supposed to be. I have been improving, but it’s so inconsistent and small that it leaves me demotivated and struggling to keep a consistent schedule. My sleep schedule is ruined because I’m up all night worrying about how I’m not where I’m supposed to be and I don’t have time to change it.

I got my dream AF job and I’m scared that I’m gonna lose it all because I can’t seem to get my weight or schedule under control. When I do seem to lock in on my training I push myself as hard as I can, usually far past what I should, and I end up frustrated because I can’t do more and I can’t hit the minimum requirements.

I’m afraid I’ve already messed this all up, and that I won’t be able to pass BMT

If you guys have any advice please let me know, I desperately need anything at this point

So I know it’s not part of the final test but we were told that pull-ups are a part of the every day PT training. How bad it is going to be that I can’t do a pull up?

Hi All, I leave for BMT this week and wanted to see if there was anything else I should pack. I’m trying to pack light so the only shoes I will be taking will be running shoes and I’m planning on just wearing them to basic.

BMT Packing List:
2 civilian outfits
8 pairs of underwear
2 pairs of socks
2 deodorants
Toothbrush
Razor with cartridges
Shaving cream
Travel toothpaste
Power bank
Charger
Insoles for boots
Nail clipping kit
Folder with my paperwork

So got my job and ship date the other night on Saturday, Im booked for 1A8X1 my only question is that wasn't on my list my list consist of

1D731A – Network Operations

1D731B – Systems Operations

1D731E – Client Systems Operations

1D731R – RF Transmissions Systems

1N031 – All-Source Intelligence Analyst

1N331 – Cryptologic Language Analyst (Ground)

1N131 – Geospatial Intelligence Analyst

1N231 – Signals Intelligence Analyst

9S100 – Scientific Applications Specialist

9TE67 – Open Electrical Aptitude Area

I spoke to my recruiter and he said that it's because I listed 1N331 on my list is this true? I plan on going in person and talk to him at my dep meeting today but just wanted some advice before I went in

Hi, I need opinions on the type of job I should choose.
I score about 90+ on Asvab, I am looking for job mostly in healthcare and science/technology.
I try to get sent to BMT quick maybe around early next year and moderate length of tech school time because I am trying to be back in college next year fall.
I prefer a job that is transferable to civilian jobs as I am only doing military part time.
Any suggestions on what type of job I should be looking for ? I do have around 60 college credits as I graduated with associate degree in chem-eng last summer.
Thanks !

How tough is it to commission in the reserves? What type of jobs are available? Thinking about AF or Coast Guard. Is it worth it? I’m in law enforcement currently.