Are Space-A flights available now?
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-A 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.
What bases fly Space-A to Hawaii?
Most Space-A flights via Hickam originate at bases in the Pacific or on the West Coast of the United States. The locations with the most flights to and from JBPHH are Travis AFB (California), Andersen AFB (Guam), Kadena AB (Japan), and NAS North Island (California).
How can I fly somewhere for free?
10 Ways to Fly for Free
- Sign-up for a new Frequent Flyer Credit Card.
- Sign-up for a Non-specific Travel Rewards Card.
- Volunteer to Get Bumped and Use a Voucher.
- Seek Out Overbooked Flights.
- Use Your Companion Ticket.
- Complain with Good Reason.
- Do Your Shopping Through Airline Shopping Portals.
Can small planes fly anywhere?
Yes, the benefit of flying private is that you have the option to land anywhere including both large commercial airports and smaller private ones. As a general rule, private travelers often prefer smaller private airports for the time and cost saving benefits that come along with them.
Can 100 percent 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 military fly 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 a 747 go to space?
The bottom line is that airplanes can’t fly in space because there is no air in space. Airplanes rely on air to produce both lift and propulsion. Since there isn’t any air in space, airplanes must stay within the Earth’s atmosphere.