Benefits
As a member of the Air Guard, you'll learn valuable technical skills to fuel your personal and professional growth, and you'll have the option to serve in a unit close to home. Plus, you'll enjoy military benefits such as VA home loan eligibility, low-cost health insurance plan, a retirement plan, and more.
Federal Benefits
In addition to a steady paycheck and a state-specific compensation plan, all Air Guard members receive the following benefits:
- Eligibility for VA Home Loans
- Free-Space-Available Air Travel
- Military Retirement Plan
- (Re) Enlistment Bonus
- Base Exchange (BX) and Commissary Shopping Privileges
- Legal Assistance
- Access to Military Clothing Stores
- Official Library Service
- Use of Military Recreation Facilities
- US Citizenship Eligibility
ANG insurance information.
State & Territory Benefits
While all Air Guard members receive federal benefits, most also receive some form of benefits specific to their state. This could include money for school or state tax benefits.
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Annual Training Pay is the total compensation for two weeks of training. Monthly Drill Pay is the monthly amount you receive for serving 1 weekend a month at your ANG base. The Annual Drill Pay represents the yearly total for all 12 months of Monthly Drill Pay. Your actual compensation may differ due to a number of factors.
Basic Training & Career Development
In Basic Training, you'll learn fundamental Air Guard knowledge and condition your body to perform at an elite level. Once you become a member, you'll train with top professionals in your chosen career field.
