How To Join Air Force

Step 1
Think about the U.S. Air Force's ultimate purpose - defending our national interests through warfare. Every member, including the noncombatant, is dedicated to that purpose.
Step 2
Discuss your possible enlistment with family and friends who are Air Force veterans.
Step 3
Listen to their personal experiences, but make your own judgments.
Step 4
Understand that you may be devoting four years to an assignment away from your family, friends and home.
Step 5
Understand, too, you may have many opportunities for traveling overseas while in the U.S. Air Force.
Step 6
Consider whether you want to request special training when joining.
Step 7
Remember, the Air Force can make an assignment after aptitude testing.
Step 8
Visit an Air Force recruiter.
Step 9
Take thorough notes.
Step 10
Ask for literature. Study it carefully.
Step 11
Establish rapport with the recruiter.
Step 12
Understand that the recruiter needs to fill a quota, but he is also anxious to see your questions answered so that you can make an informed decision.
Step 13
Clearly specify your desire to seek assignment to a particular military occupation specialty.
Step 14
Ask your school counselor or a recruiter to schedule you for the Armed Service Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Test.
Step 15
Remember, all branches of the U.S. military strive to be drug-free. A drug test will be administered while you undergo physical examination.
Step 16
Understand also that you will be subjected to a criminal background check.
Step 17
Make no legal commitment until you're absolutely sure of your decision to join.