Are Space-A flights operating?
As of March 15th 2021, Space-Available travel aboard DoD and DoD-controlled aircraft remains restricted, except for certain Category I, IV, and VI travel. Details are available in this Table of Allowed Categories.
Is Space-a travel still Available?
As many in the military community know, Space-A has been restricted due to COVID-19 since March 2020, and as of this writing, it is still only an option for active duty on emergency leave and a few other specific cases. All other travelers require an Exception to Policy letter from an O-6 or higher.
Where can I find Space flights?
Space Available Flight: Gateways
- Baltimore-Washington IAP, Maryland.
- Dover AFB, Delaware.
- Fairchild AFB, Washington.
- Jacksonville NAS, Florida.
- JB Andrews, Maryland.
- JB Charleston, South Carolina.
- JB Lewis-McChord, Washington.
- JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey.
Who can fly Patriot Express?
One of those things is the option for currently serving military members, their families, and even military retirees to fly “Space-A” on military aircraft such as the Patriot Express.
Can family members fly Space A?
Except EML, Emergency Travel, and Command Sponsored Category V, family members must be accompanied by the sponsor to fly Space A. Space A seats are normally identified as early as 2-3 hours and as late as 30 minutes prior to departure.
Can retired military fly on military aircraft?
Yes. Uniformed Services Retirees (receiving retirement pay and possessing a BLUE Retiree ID Card) and their accompanying dependents can travel Space-A anywhere that Space-A is allowed.
Can 100 disabled veterans fly Space A?
McCain National Defense Authorization Act last year, 100% service connected disabled Veterans became eligible for Space Available Travel. The Space-A Program fills surplus capacity and seating on DOD aircraft. A popular perk among retirees, now eligible Veterans can take advantage of the program and fly for free.
Can retired reservists fly Space available?
Can Retirees use Space-A? Yes. Uniformed Services Retirees (receiving retirement pay and possessing a BLUE Retiree ID Card) and their accompanying dependents can travel Space-A anywhere that Space-A is allowed.
Can Civilians fly on military planes?
DoD civilian employees must be in a leave or nonduty (i.e., weekend or holiday) status to register for space-available travel. Dependents traveling on Space A: Dependents of active duty and retired military personnel are authorized CONUS travel with their sponsor as a result of the 2003-2004 Dependent CONUS test.
Can civilians Fly Patriot Express?
The Patriot Express is a regular commercial aircraft. Your boarding pass will have an assigned seat, and there are civilian flight attendants. The PE has full in-flight meal service and other standard amenities, such as movies.
Can 100 disabled veterans fly Space-A?
Where can I find flights to Andrews AFB?
Upcoming Space Available Flights at Andrews AFB can be found using the Andrews Terminal Facebook Link. Space A flights departing Andrews are listed 72 hours before departure.
How to contact space a at Joint Base Andrews?
Space A flights departing Andrews are listed 72 hours before departure. ALL FLIGHTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. Space-A Sign up: Fax Commercial:301-981-7671 Fax DSN:858-7671 Email: [email protected] Mailing Address: 1245 Menoher Dr Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762.
Where is Andrews Air Force base in DC?
Andrews AFB is located east of Washington DC. GPS Coordinates (Main Gate): 38.820568, -76.885715 Mostly CONUS via small aircraft and some OCONUS and trans-CONUS via large cargo aircraft. Taxi/Shuttle: See AMCGRAM for info.
Is there a share a ride at Joint Base Andrews?
Also, Andrews has a “Share-A-Ride” program and is a free service provided by the Andrews commuters. Look for the pickup points labeled with a brown and white “Share-A-Ride” sign.