Veterans and retirees with disabilities generally fall under Category 6, the lowest priority group, highlighting the necessity for flexibility and patience.
VA Disability Benefits Explained: Space Available Travel became available to 100% service-connected disabled Veterans last year when Congress passed the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act.
The Air Mobility Command (AMC), also known as ‘Space-A’ and military hops, maintains a comprehensive network of flights throughout the continental United States, Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam, and American Samoa. In addition to this network, several Air National Guard and Naval Aviation Units offer flights.
The DD Form 2765, “Department of Defense/Uniformed Services Identification and Privilege Card (TAN)” is required for Space-A flights.
Veterans and retirees with disabilities generally fall under Category 6, the lowest priority group, highlighting the necessity for flexibility and patience.
These flights are also open to dependents of eligible disabled veterans
Air Mobility Command facilitates online registration, and most Space-A terminals maintain Facebook pages to inform passengers of flight schedules and seat availability.
It is also a good idea to have contingency plans, including access to commercial airfare, in case of unforeseen flight cancellations or schedule changes.
AMC passenger terminals, on military bases or at commercial airports, post flight schedules and seat availability on their Facebook pages. Veterans who are eligible for flights should review schedules at these terminals. After selecting a flight and destination, Veterans can register in person at the terminal or by email.
With a little flexibility and patience, disabled Veterans can take to the skies for free with Space-A travel, and see more of the country thankful for their service.
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