Good To KnowFactual Tidbits
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Chiefs of Staff Reading Lists | |||
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CSA's Reading List | CSAF's Reading List | CNO's Reading List | CMC's Reading List |
2007 Enlisted W/ Dependants BAH | 2007 Enlisted W/O Dependants BAH |
2007 Enlisted Pay Chart | 2007 Officer Pay Chart |
2006 Enlisted Pay Chart | 2006 Officer Pay Chart |
2005 Pay Chart | 2004 Pay Chart |
2005 X-Mas Mail Deadlines | 10 tips on Volunteering Wisely |
SGI Rate Reduction | |
2002 Military vs Civilian Pay Comparison | Great Excel Spread sheet to determine the cost effectiveness of becoming Civilian |
800 Access via DSN | Good info. Took me a long time to figure it out the first time. |
"Chronic Candy" | Protect yourself and understand that somethings are just not allowed in the Military. |
Check 21 Law | Basically it describes the new rules in how banks handle paper checks. Very important if you have ever floated a check before payday |
Erosion of Retirement Benefits! | EXTREMELY IMPORTANT RELEASE! CONGRESS is hacking away at your RETIREMENT Benefits |
Est. of KOREAN DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL | New Medal designed for those how have spent a tour at the peninsula |
Frequent Traveler Sites | Collection of Frequent Traveler sites (airlines and vehicles) |
Game Addiction | Early warning signs of possible problems |
Insurance Companies to Pay Back GIs for Deception | Texas Department of Insurance uncovered a pattern of deception from American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas, Pioneer American Insurance Company and Pioneer Security Life Insurance Company toward young soldiers. |
Military (AF) Benefits Fact Sheet | |
MPS; Sending charitable donations info | Information regarding sending charitable donations via MPS |
Pareto's Principle | The 80/20 rule discussing the Trivial Many vs the Vital Few! |
POV Registration Discontinuation | Name says it all. |
VFW "Budget Proposal" | VFW Terms President's VA Budget Proposal Harmful to Veterans VFW Appeals to Congress for Relief |
Service members Civil Relief Act (SCRA) | Info regarding the SCRA & how it applies to you. |
Space-A Travel Pages; John D’s Military | Military Space-A Travel FAQ, Locations, “How do I …….?”, Travel News Articles and Travelers “Frappr” Map |
Space Available (Spacea) Travel | Passenger Operations, Lodging and Other Space-A Travel Related Information |
Successful Homecoming Tips | Homecoming Tips for both the member and spouse |
Joint Travel Regulation | The Ban on cell phone usage has hit main stay. |
8 stress relievers tested in the most stressful workplace on earth: Iraq. The soldiers of Delta Troop tell you what really calms the nerves. | |
USAA.COM Interest Rebate | if you are deployed to the sand box and have a loan with USAA, they will rebate the interest charged on your account |
Veteran bonus; Massachusetts | As the name implies, info for MA veterans. |
Veteran bonus; South Dakota | As the name implies, info for SD veterans. |
Personal Security | Consumer Security | ||
Hotel Room Card Key Information | Important information concerning HOTEL key info that you should be aware of! | Beware of Phishing Expeditions | "password harvesting fishing" information and reporting procedures |
Good information to protect you, your finances and credit history. Received from HQ AFOSI | Credit and Credit Card Protection Advisory | Very Good information on how to protect yourself from identity theft and other common sense practices | |
"Phishing" - When You Give Out Your Personal Financial Information | Step-by-Step guide on what to do. Linked to Anti-Phishing Working Group | Consumer Scams Targeting Military | Great Information for Military Members to be aware of! If you are new in the Military, READ THIS!!! (PDF File: 1.6M) |
"Phishing" - How to Avoid Scams | List of recommendations developed by Anti-Phishing Working Group to avoid becoming a victim of these scams | MyPay Fraud Warning | Information concerning MYPAY fraud |
Recognizing and Avoiding Spyware | More then enough information regarding spyware and simple protection methods |
2005 Transformation Flight Plan Update | If you are asking yourself so... Look at what you are doing today and how it relates. Makes a good bullet. |
2005 C4ISR Information | INTERCOM Online Mag, Jan 2005 (3.4M PDF) |
Air Force Benefit Fact Sheet | 2006 Edition of FAQ sheet. Required during all Performance Feedbacks! |
Air and Space Campaign Medal Info | Information about the ASCM. If you have been supporting an operations check this out. You may be entitled to it. |
Airman Must Know Dates | Important dates all Airman must know. |
Approved message guidance. Pay close attention to the tattoos. Same rules apply. This is a uniform and grooming standards mirror those of our other uniforms. Message also advertises availability and clothing allowance to purchase. | |
AFSC Enlisted Codes | Listing all Enlisted Air Force Specialty Codes - PDF File - AFMAN 36-2108 (5.5M) |
AFSC Officer Codes | Listing all Officer Air Force Specialty Codes - PDF File - AFMAN 36-2105 (3.8M) |
AF Fitness Standards | Complete AF Fitness Charts released '03 (PDF) |
Enlisted Clothing Allowances for FY 2005 | Updated Enlisted Clothing Allowances for FY 2005 |
INTERCOM Online Magazine | Best Online Newspaper (Magazine) in the Air Force 2003 |
The US Air Force Dining-In | An abbreviated guide for planning and conducting a dining-in or dining-out |
Air Force prohibits e-mail extras | new information regulating the prevention of fancy signature blocks, quotations, backgrounds or clip art in e-mails |
Est. of AF Campaign Medal - Letter | Medal designed for those who are not eligible for a DoD Campaign Medal |
Korean Dual Citizens Info | Dual Citizenship Issues for Personnel Being Assigned to the Republic of Korea (ROK) |
Operation BLUE to GREEN | Info on Transferring to the Army |
PC-III; Commander's Guide to using | Give you a handy reference source to refer to the operation of some of the key features of PC-III. (Jan 03 33K Doc) |
Short Tour Credit for 181 Day TDYs | Letter Released from AFPC concerning Short Tour Credit for 181 Day TDYs. Includes a Q&As! |
Supervisor Career Counseling Guide | Title says it all (141K Doc) |
TAKING CARE OF YOUR PEOPLE: A SUPERVISOR’S GUIDE | Great Read for any supervisor. Especially sound for new sups. The doc consolidates much of the information you’re responsible for providing your troops into one easy-to-read document. |
Retention & Marketplace Eval Guide - SSgt | |
Retirement Script | Quick retirement script. Check it out. Includes an MSM, DMSM and additional items. Something to work from at least. |
What to do when you meet a board | Good information in preparing to meet a board. |
Wear of "V" DEVICE on the Air Medal (AM) | Any AF Member (AD, GUARD, RESERVE), who was awarded the AM for Heroism on or after 21 OCT 2004 is authorized to wear the "V" DEVICE on the AM ribbon and medal. |
New FM 101-5-1 (Operational Terms and Graphics) | Commo/ Infantry terms and definitions |
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