Travel Benefits

Space-A (or Space Available) Travel
Space-A travel is a privilege that allows eligible military members and their families to travel using Department of Defense aircraft when seats are available after all priority passengers (Space Required – Space-R) have been accommodated.

It is available for active-duty service members, retirees, dependents, reservists, ROTC, 100% disabled veterans and surviving spouses of service members who died in active duty, inactive duty training, or annual training status. 

Since space is based on availability there is no guarantee you will be selected for a seat.  So, be prepared to cover commercial travel expenses in case you do not get a seat. 

Space-A travel is typically free of charge for the airfare itself.  However, there may be fees for head taxes and inspection fees on certain flights, especially for travel to or from overseas. Additionally, travelers should be prepared to cover costs for things like meals, lodging, and transportation to and from the airport. 

Use the link below to visit the AMC website to see travel requirements, terminal locations and flight information.

Visit the Space-A Travel website.

TSA PreCheck Travel
Uniformed service members are automatically eligible for free TSA PreCheck expedited screening by including their Department of Defense (DOD) ID number as a Known Traveler Number (KTN) when booking flights and updating airline and travel profiles.

The benefit applies to personal and official travel, and eligible military members can enjoy a faster security experience without needing to remove shoes, belts, or light jackets, and without removing laptops and 3-1-1 compliant liquids from carry-on bags.  

This benefit applies to:
-Active-duty service members
-Reservists
-National Guardsmen
-Members of the Coast Guard
-Students at the U.S. Military Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and U.S. Air Force Academy
-DOD Civilians

Visit the Space-A Travel website.