For anyone having experience switching from Army Infantry to Air Force, how hard was the switch?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 12:30:35 -0500

How hard was it

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 28 at 2020 1:14 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 13:14:56 -0500

You may do well searching the site for this question as it has been asked before. From my understanding, the Air Force is extremely selective on taking people from other services and it's not often it happens.

You should go talk to an Air Force recruiter to see if any options are available.

Response by COL David Turk made Dec 28 at 2020 8:57 PM

COL David Turk — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 20:57:07 -0500

I got here too early! I came looking for the snappy comebacks.

Response by MCPO Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 28 at 2020 10:24 PM

MCPO Private RallyPoint Member — Mon, 28 Dec 2020 22:24:06 -0500

As an Infantryman, you may have significant problem getting the Zoomies to take you in - their standard response is, "You're too military for us, especially combat arms folks." BUT - only a Recruiter can help you - go ask - then come back here and give us all up-to-date info!!

Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Dec 29 at 2020 3:41 PM

MSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 29 Dec 2020 15:41:59 -0500

I have served with a couple Army to Air Force converts in my career, it is certainly possible. That being said, apply, you have nothing to lose.

Response by Lt Col Jim Coe made Dec 30 at 2020 10:36 AM

Lt Col Jim Coe — Wed, 30 Dec 2020 10:36:12 -0500

I’ll add my voice to those saying talk to an Air Force recruiter. Consider Active Duty, Reserve, and Air Guard. Another choice you could consider is complete your Army contract, and then use GI bill to get bachelors degree while taking AFROTC.

Yes, the AF and Space Force are particular about whom they recruit. It’s worth a try. Recruiters have restrictions on the number of prior service people they can accept.