Hi Erin, just a little advice for your TH-cam family. Purchase apps pertaining to Space-A and anything you can find when it comes to military lodging, inns & suites, world maps, etc. Since military flights do not have internet access you can have this stuff already loaded on your tablet or iPad. Be smart, run over to your BX/PX and find printed materials on Space-A's flying to maps of all our bases. Read, investigate and talk to your terminal personnel, don't be afraid to ask a thousand questions. Hope this helps out. Your, recently retired (2019) C17 Loadmaster/March AFB, Riverside, CA. Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions. Good luck and safe travels.
JUNGLECATS! Hey Team, an NCO in our ranks told me that the number one thing his Soldiers wanted was a flight home to the States. He worked to help them by teaching finance classes to help them save (SO IMPORTANT!) and my contribution is this Space-A video, so that you can better save your hard earned money by spending $60 round trip instead of $1600 or $4000. FORWARD!
That was a very informative and helpful presentation Erin. Now that they allow 100% disabled veterans to fly Space A, i’m trying to learn the ropes so I can schedule a trip somewhere. Thanks again!
@CB BC Not 100% certain but from what I understand, 100% is 100%. The benefits should be the same. The only restrictions is that TDIU has limitations for employment. Perhaps check with a VSO (Veteran Service Officer) at the VA or at the Space A terminal? If you find out with concrete certainty, please fill me in too.
Just wanted to say thank you for making the video. Organizing a trip to Alaska to see my daughter who stationed up there and your video helped tremendously. Being a disabled veteran it seems like it's hard to find information on how to use your benefits lol go figure. Have a great day.
Excellent video! Your presentation is crisp, clear, bright and well edited! Camera presents is fantastic too! Keep your videos coming! +1 subscription!
Omg a couple of weeks for foreign travel? At my unit you put your foreign travel leave in months in advance and it hopefully gets a approved before you leave.
hi excellent video im been retired USA ARMY 11years and 100 percent va p@t im nervous never took a mac flight but taking this flight for a first time my daughter is also disabled through the va as a helpless child she needs eye surgery planning on taking the patriot expess any additional information will be appreciated take care and god bless ❤.
How does customs work when you fly to an overseas base in a foreign country? Is there a port of entry-like office run by that country on base where you present a visa and such? I've only ever done military transport from Kuwait to Bagram.
Awesome video. I’m 100 P&T Thru the VA. I just started to look into Space A travel. Keep up the videos. Pssssss You are beautiful. 😁Thank you for your service.
I'm with the airlines 25 years so I can dig flying around for free. I have the free flight benefits for life now. Its based on seniority. I can check in on my iPad and list myself and even request first class. Been all over the world. To get to Seoul, I would go via Guam. It would take me about 30 hours going to Frisco, Honolulu, Guam Seoul on my airlines. I did the Hong Kong that same route 2 years ago. My wife and I traveled all over. She's from the Philippines. We go there often. I hate going across the Pacific and done it way too many times. Just too long. I worked on Saipan for years with the airlines, been to Bali, Japan, Singapore, Hawaii, PNG, you name it. Argentina, Europe, central and South America. Are you from Maryland? I grew up in Silver Spring. (USMC Honorable Discharge 1982-85. Disabled service connected veteran.) Cheers.
Ma'am, thank you for posting this great information, however I was wondering how you go through the process of OCONUS paperwork when the flight is only known 72 hours in advance. You said to turn this in early, yet I would need to have the location I plan to go to. Thank you again for your help!
You’re so welcome! The flights between the US & Korea and some other locations are frequent and often on a repeating schedule. You can call the passenger terminal to inquire- they are generally very helpful over the phone. Also, As you look at the flights going through a given terminal over time, you can get an idea of the general locations traveled to and the frequency.
@@erinmcshane4859 Thanks, Erin. It will be just over 30 years in the ANG when I retire. A lot of things to think about & do to process my retirement. Of course, I like the idea of very affordable air travel, but I don't like the idea of having no control over length of layovers, & associated cost of an extended stay in a location, waiting for an available seat. Otherwise, I could travel light, move fast, & be flexible, regarding lodging, food, etc., without the burdens of "Royalty" (bring everything, don't forget the kitchen sink)-lol. Thanks for your helpful & detailed information about Space "A" air travel. It was the first time I looked into how it works; I didn't know much at all, before watching your YT video.
Hi! Thanks for this video. My husband and I are here at Humphreys as well and are trying to figure out Space-A. I have been looking for the form to apply for Environmental and Morale leave and can't find it! Do I need to fill out the same form as my husband, who is the service member or is there a different one for me? Any help is appreciated! I was looking at Space A flights for a wedding and I would be going alone. My understanding is that I would be category 5 even with EML status since my sponsor is not traveling with me. Do you know if this is correct? TIA for your help!!
Take a look at the quick article below. It seems that you two should be able to travel SpaceA together across CONUS and US territories. Enjoy! www.military.com/discounts/military-travel-discounts/2021/02/16/dependents-of-some-disabled-veterans-can-now-fly-space.html
No clue. I’m also fairly confident that Space A for non category 1 or wavers is still shut down. Look at any passenger terminal Facebook page to confirm. There should also be info on the same page to answer your question regarding a service dog.
Yes, you can get guest passes for them. However, without military ID's they won't have access to the facilities (PX/Commissary, etc.) I suppose the food service places don't require ID, though. When my family came to visit, I arranged an apartment swap with a friend. He stayed at my place for a week, me and my family stayed off post at his place. That way, the fam could explore Korea and not be stranded without access to basic facilities (like groceries).
I went to the Space A page and wanted to verify but they are asking for my credit card(!). I have had my credit card compromised so many times and now this. Is this site safe? Why are they asking for my credit card?
It depends on how popular the flight is based on location, time of year, etc as well as whether you’re willing to gamble at the chance of getting a flight. Lots of flights have space-a seats that don’t get used. It’s worth checking out the Facebook pages to see how many open seats were left available on previous flights and the lowest category that was accepted on those flights.
Hi Erin, just a little advice for your TH-cam family. Purchase apps pertaining to Space-A and anything you can find when it comes to military lodging, inns & suites, world maps, etc. Since military flights do not have internet access you can have this stuff already loaded on your tablet or iPad. Be smart, run over to your BX/PX and find printed materials on Space-A's flying to maps of all our bases. Read, investigate and talk to your terminal personnel, don't be afraid to ask a thousand questions. Hope this helps out. Your, recently retired (2019) C17 Loadmaster/March AFB, Riverside, CA. Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions. Good luck and safe travels.
JUNGLECATS!
Hey Team, an NCO in our ranks told me that the number one thing his Soldiers wanted was a flight home to the States. He worked to help them by teaching finance classes to help them save (SO IMPORTANT!) and my contribution is this Space-A video, so that you can better save your hard earned money by spending $60 round trip instead of $1600 or $4000.
FORWARD!
You’re eyes and smile……I didn’t hear a word you said. Shame you’re gorgeous
That was a very informative and helpful presentation Erin. Now that they allow 100% disabled veterans to fly Space A, i’m trying to learn the ropes so I can schedule a trip somewhere. Thanks again!
Thanks for your comment! I wish you epic travels.
@CB BC I'm pretty sure if you have the I'd card you get it. I'm looking too
I think it’s 50% or higher service connected disability.
Hi, I'm 100% disabled. What did you find out? Thanks for whatever information you can provide.
@CB BC Not 100% certain but from what I understand, 100% is 100%. The benefits should be the same. The only restrictions is that TDIU has limitations for employment. Perhaps check with a VSO (Veteran Service Officer) at the VA or at the Space A terminal? If you find out with concrete certainty, please fill me in too.
Just wanted to say thank you for making the video. Organizing a trip to Alaska to see my daughter who stationed up there and your video helped tremendously. Being a disabled veteran it seems like it's hard to find information on how to use your benefits lol go figure. Have a great day.
Clint, I love hearing this feedback. Have a great trip to see your daughter. I am so happy to have played even a small part in helping you go see her.
Thank you! I've been searching for a specific answer for a few days now about if personnel can jump once you sign up.
You bet! Thanks!
Excellent video! Your presentation is crisp, clear, bright and well edited! Camera presents is fantastic too! Keep your videos coming!
+1 subscription!
Wow, that’s quite the compliment, thanks!
Hey old Veterans here. Thanks for the info I am a new subscriber appreciate the channel.
Thanks for the subscribe! Glad you like it
Retirees can sign up for space A 60 days in advance!!! Then travel during non peak season
Wow! Thanks!
What is considered non peak season? I want to travel from Travis to Andrews in Aug.
Omg a couple of weeks for foreign travel? At my unit you put your foreign travel leave in months in advance and it hopefully gets a approved before you leave.
언니~~~ Happy new year 🎈🎊 🎉Thank you for the information 😊 This March, I am trying to take sapce A to Osan base. Wish me a luck 🍀
Thanks for the video, very infromative.
Thanks for saying that, David!
Thanks, David!
Thanks for making this video.
Thank you!
hi excellent video im been retired USA ARMY 11years and 100 percent va p@t im nervous never took a mac flight but taking this flight for a first time my daughter is also disabled through the va as a helpless child she needs eye surgery planning on taking the patriot expess any additional information will be appreciated take care and god bless ❤.
That was a very nice presentation, do happen to have a power point? If yes may i please have a copy😊
How does customs work when you fly to an overseas base in a foreign country? Is there a port of entry-like office run by that country on base where you present a visa and such? I've only ever done military transport from Kuwait to Bagram.
Excellent video thanks!
Awesome video. I’m 100 P&T Thru the VA. I just started to look into Space A travel. Keep up the videos. Pssssss You are beautiful. 😁Thank you for your service.
Thanks for the positivity! Enjoy your SpaceA travels
thanks for the intel, very helpful! i only wish that i had had someone as high speed as you in my unit.
I’ll take that as a solid compliment. Thanks!!
Gorgeous 😍, great info
Roll call is based on categories and Julian date
I'm with the airlines 25 years so I can dig flying around for free. I have the free flight benefits for life now. Its based on seniority. I can check in on my iPad and list myself and even request first class. Been all over the world. To get to Seoul, I would go via Guam. It would take me about 30 hours going to Frisco, Honolulu, Guam Seoul on my airlines. I did the Hong Kong that same route 2 years ago. My wife and I traveled all over. She's from the Philippines. We go there often. I hate going across the Pacific and done it way too many times. Just too long. I worked on Saipan for years with the airlines, been to Bali, Japan, Singapore, Hawaii, PNG, you name it. Argentina, Europe, central and South America. Are you from Maryland? I grew up in Silver Spring. (USMC Honorable Discharge 1982-85. Disabled service connected veteran.) Cheers.
That sounds fantastic. I had hoped to do something similar with space A as a reservist. COVID squashed that idea ;) Yes, from Maryland.
Please keep bragging bro 👏 it’s not annoying at all
I promise you we do not care 👍
I’m wondering for overseas flights how foreign visa requirements are handled?
Are members of the IRR eligible for space a?
Thanks for sharing
Great job - loved it
LTC- retired
Thanks!
Ma'am, thank you for posting this great information, however I was wondering how you go through the process of OCONUS paperwork when the flight is only known 72 hours in advance. You said to turn this in early, yet I would need to have the location I plan to go to. Thank you again for your help!
You’re so welcome! The flights between the US & Korea and some other locations are frequent and often on a repeating schedule. You can call the passenger terminal to inquire- they are generally very helpful over the phone. Also, As you look at the flights going through a given terminal over time, you can get an idea of the general locations traveled to and the frequency.
Soon to retire from the ANG. I hope to fly Space A to somewhere cool or exotic at least once!
Way more than once! We just need COVID restrictions to decrease to make that possible. Congratulations on your retirement 🎉
@@erinmcshane4859 Thanks, Erin. It will be just over 30 years in the ANG when I retire. A lot of things to think about & do to process my retirement.
Of course, I like the idea of very affordable air travel, but I don't like the idea of having no control over length of layovers, & associated cost of an extended stay in a location, waiting for an available seat. Otherwise, I could travel light, move fast, & be flexible, regarding lodging, food, etc., without the burdens of "Royalty" (bring everything, don't forget the kitchen sink)-lol.
Thanks for your helpful & detailed information about Space "A" air travel. It was the first time I looked into how it works; I didn't know much at all, before watching your YT video.
You rock, thanks much for the vidya!
You rock 🎸 Thanks a lot
Do you have the link for space a? Thank u
Hi! Thanks for this video. My husband and I are here at Humphreys as well and are trying to figure out Space-A. I have been looking for the form to apply for Environmental and Morale leave and can't find it! Do I need to fill out the same form as my husband, who is the service member or is there a different one for me? Any help is appreciated! I was looking at Space A flights for a wedding and I would be going alone. My understanding is that I would be category 5 even with EML status since my sponsor is not traveling with me. Do you know if this is correct? TIA for your help!!
The form is linked in the description :) Check out the form itself to pull out the finer details and become an expert on your specific situation.
I don’t recall the specifics for what you’re asking, but I’m sure you’d rather know the details from the documents than from this rando on TH-cam 😬😅
Thanks for this, do you know anything about Philippines?
Not much. I did have a friend who hopped Space A from Seattle to Korea to the Philippines to see her family.
@@erinmcshane4859 thanks 😎👍
Hi Erin, loved you video.
I’m a 100% disabled Vietnam vet excited to take advantage of this program. Can my wife travel with me?
Take a look at the quick article below. It seems that you two should be able to travel SpaceA together across CONUS and US territories. Enjoy!
www.military.com/discounts/military-travel-discounts/2021/02/16/dependents-of-some-disabled-veterans-can-now-fly-space.html
I'll try it
How did you have 60 days?
Can a non resident married to Active Duty also utilize Space A?
Hello! Do you happen to know if you can space A into Korea with a service dog?
No clue. I’m also fairly confident that Space A for non category 1 or wavers is still shut down. Look at any passenger terminal Facebook page to confirm. There should also be info on the same page to answer your question regarding a service dog.
@@erinmcshane4859 Thank you for the reply!
Are you allowed to have Family come and visit while you are in Korea amd stay with you one post?
Yes, you can get guest passes for them. However, without military ID's they won't have access to the facilities (PX/Commissary, etc.) I suppose the food service places don't require ID, though.
When my family came to visit, I arranged an apartment swap with a friend. He stayed at my place for a week, me and my family stayed off post at his place. That way, the fam could explore Korea and not be stranded without access to basic facilities (like groceries).
If my grandmother is eligible for Space A can I travel with her?
Are you registered with DEERS as her dependent? Only dependents are authorized to join on Space A.
your great!!!!
You’re great! Thanks, Denny :)
Im PCSing from korea, do you know where I go to get to my flight? I have my SGT. driving me but dont know where in osan exactly, thanks!
images.app.goo.gl/gLp6F8incpJQw1CVA
See #21. Osan Air Base AMC Terminal/ Passenger Terminal
I'm confused Whiteman is going to open this year July 13 or 14th
I went to the Space A page and wanted to verify but they are asking for my credit card(!). I have had my credit card compromised so many times and now this. Is this site safe? Why are they asking for my credit card?
DO NOT enter any credit card information. That is NOT the correct landing page.
Look for official ‘passenger terminals’ on Facebook. These pages also DO NOT ask for credit card info.
@@erinmcshane4859 thank you
@@erinmcshane4859 thank you
When will at least inconus flights resume?
No idea. I would also like to know when Space A will resume.
I’m in Cat VI. Should I even bother? : )
It depends on how popular the flight is based on location, time of year, etc as well as whether you’re willing to gamble at the chance of getting a flight. Lots of flights have space-a seats that don’t get used. It’s worth checking out the Facebook pages to see how many open seats were left available on previous flights and the lowest category that was accepted on those flights.
Are civilians who aren't family allowed to fly space a?
They are not.
They'd have to be your legal dependent and they have to have military ID cards to be able to fly.
YAASSS! 🤩
Do they offer opportunities to go to China?
SpaceA.net says no
Sounds like you’ll never go
Not while COVID restrictions are high. It’s currently only open to those with hardships and exception to policy memo.
What if your going home because your wife is having a baby?
You’re eyes and smile……I didn’t hear a word you said. Shame you’re gorgeous
HOLY CRAP....LQQK HOW MANY WITH YOUR NAME ON FACEBOOK ! GEES !