There’s good news for military hoppers: Space Available flights are back. The pandemic prohibition on passengers has ended. There are still certain measures to meet before you attempt to hop a MAC flight, however. Learn more in our updated guide to Space-Available travel. Space Available Travel Reinstated AMC announced all passenger restrictions are now lifted as of April 22, 2022. Anyone […]
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All Veterans to Benefit from New Act Signed Into Law, Will Get Free Lifetime Access to National Parks
An act signed into law gives all veterans and Gold Star families free lifetime access to National Parks. The act was part of the defense authorization bill which was signed into law. “When you take your oath, if you go into the service, to protect and defend the Constitution of the United States against all […]
Why ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Is the Latest Military Box Office Hit
When Top Gun premiered in theaters, it grossed more than $8 million during its opening weekend alone. That was back in 1986 and early in star Tom Cruise’s career. Top Gun was a pivotal film for Cruise, helping him cement his stardom and propel him to future box office hits like Jerry Maguire and the […]
House Passes Major New Veteran Bill, Will Automatically Enroll Veterans in VA Health Care
The House of Representatives has passed a bill to automatically enroll eligible vets into the VA health care system. The bill is known as the Ensuring Veterans’ Smooth Transition Act, and it passed with a vote of 265-163. Currently veterans are required to proactively apply for health care benefits at the VA. But the new […]
Military Branches Release New Facial Hair and Uniform Policies – Here Is What’s Changing
A new mustache policy has arrived for airmen. Effective immediately, the Air Force will allow airmen to grow their mustaches past the width of their lips, but not longer than “1/4 inch beyond a vertical line drawn from the corner of the mouth.” Airmen will also now have more flexibility to wear specific unit patches […]
Top Government Jobs for Veterans in 2022
Some of the best job opportunities for veterans come from the federal government. In 2018, the US Office of Personnel Management, or OPM, reported that 31% of government jobs across 28 agencies were held by veterans. While branches of the US Armed Forces obviously employ many veterans through military jobs, here are some of the top agencies […]
How New Legislation Is Paving the Way for a Space National Guard
In a bipartisan act, Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-CA) and Marco Rubio (R-Florida) have introduced legislation to create a space National Guard. If passed, the measure would bring Air National Guard members working for U.S. Space Force directly under its command. Currently, approximately 1,000 National Guard members are working on Space Force related missions, across 16 units in […]
Biden Signs Nine New Laws to Honor Vets & Improve VA Healthcare
Did you know that the Veterans Health Administration is the largest health care system in the US? With that in mind, it’s hard to believe how often veterans health care falls short. Our veterans made the ultimate sacrifice for us, so they deserve the very best care when they get home. The sad news is that veteran […]
Senators Plan to Spend Billions More to Compensate Vets
Lawmakers in the Senate are ready to better compensate veterans who have suffered toxic exposures during their time in service. They have indicated they are prepared to spend nearly $300 billion for veterans with a package that will benefit up to one in every five veterans in America. Before the package can be sent to […]
Universal Studios Military Discount: Everything You Need to Know
Did you know that Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida had 4.1 million visitors in 2020? It’s the perfect place for a family vacation! The Universal Studios military discount is offered for their three parks. Whether you’re active duty or a retiree, the Military Freedom Pass is purchasable for you and your family. Here’s all the information you need to […]