Are Space A flights available now?
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.
How much are Space A flights?
For a trip on Virgin Galactic’s SpaceShipTwo and Blue Origin’s New Shepard, seats typically cost $250,000 to $500,000. “Those are suborbital transportation systems. They are about a 15-minute ride, and they just barely touch the edge of space and then come back down.
Can DoD civilians Use Space A flights?
DoD civilian employees must be in a leave or nonduty (i.e., weekend or holiday) status to register for space-available travel. Space available (Space A) eligible travelers may not use their privilege for personal gain or in connection with business enterprises or employment.
Where does Space A flights go?
Space-A flights leave from military passenger terminals on installations throughout the United States and around the world. You must sign up for flights on a register maintained at each passenger terminal.
Is space a travel open again?
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.
Can you fly for free in the military?
Service members and their families can use Space-Available flights to travel around the country and world at little to no cost. Flights are typically free of charge, but call to confirm any taxes or fees. The only way to sign up for a Space-A flight is through a military terminal.
How much does it cost to go to Space 2020?
On the day that billionaire Amazon and Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos goes to space it’s worth knowing that a ticket to reach space can cost as much as $55 million for a “proper” orbital flight and a visit to the International Space Station (ISS)—and as little as nothing at all.
Can a veteran fly Space-A?
Many disabled veterans are now eligible to fly Space-A on military aircraft. The 2019 National Defense Authorization Act allows veterans with a permanent and total service-connected Department of Veterans Affairs disability rating to travel space available on military aircraft.
Can contractors fly Milair?
Contractors may sometimes fly on MILAIR. 1. CETS personnel (contract field services personnel and field service representatives only).
Is Space a travel still restricted?
Is Space-a travel still restricted?
Do you need a passport to fly Space-A?
All passengers (see an exception for Retirees below) need a Uniformed Services ID showing their DoD ID Number to travel Space-A. Children under 10 years of age (without ID cards), will need a passport for identification but should have their DOD ID number which can be retrieved from the MilConnect Website.
Where is the passenger terminal at Scott Air Force base?
The Aeromedical Evacuation of injured Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen aboard various military aircraft to military locations around the country is our primary mission. The Scott AFB Passenger Terminal is located in building P-8. Long-term parking is available, for a period not to exceed two weeks.
How to contact winggate travel at Scott Air Force base?
Winggate Travel can be reached at 618-207-4959 and TMO Passenger Travel can be reached at DSN 576-5785/Commercial 618-256-5785. Space-A Email Sign Up Sponsor’s E-mail must include: Name, Rank, and Service affiliation; Social Security number is not mandatory.
Where is the Scott Pax terminal in Belleville Mo?
Facebook page: Scott PAX Terminal Facebook Hours of Operation: Monday – Sunday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We are located about 20 miles east of St. Louis, Mo., near Belleville, Ill. The Aeromedical Evacuation of injured Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen aboard various military aircraft to military locations around the country is our primary mission.
Who is eligible for space-a travel on AMC?
The memorandum includes that Category I (items 1-6), IV (items 26 and 27) and VI (items 42 and 46) travelers remain eligible to seek Space-A travel. Travelers under all other Space-A categories are ineligible for travel consideration, unless they possess an Exception to Policy letter as described in the lower portion of the memorandum.