Are there military jobs where you jump out of planes?

I'm really interested in adrenaline-pumping roles in the military, and I've heard about jobs that involve jumping out of planes. Can anyone share what these roles are like and how I might prepare for one?

Indeed, there are military roles that might satisfy your penchant for adrenaline and involve jumping from aircraft. Here are a few of them:

1. Paratrooper: These are soldiers trained to parachute from an airplane onto a combat area. The role is often associated with the US Army, specifically with the 82nd Airborne Division and the 101st Airborne Division.

2. Airborne Ranger: These highly trained soldiers belong to the U.S Army Rangers, a special operations force. They regularly perform air jump missions for airfield seizures, special recon, and person recovery.

3. Air Force Pararescue: Otherwise known as "PJs," these are the only DoD elite combat forces specifically organized, trained, equipped, and postured to conduct full-spectrum personnel recovery.

4. Navy SEALs: Although being a SEAL isn't about jumping out of planes, parachuting is a skill that SEALs need to have. They can parachute into the sea and swim to their target or make High Altitude-Low Opening (HALO) jumps and open their parachutes at the last second to avoid detection.

To prepare for these roles, physical and mental fitness are critical. Rigorous exercise, including running, strength training, and swimming (especially for SEALs), can help develop the necessary strength and endurance. It's also essential to mentally prepare yourself, as these roles come with significant risks and stresses.

Additionally, after enlisting, you'll need to attend Basic Combat Training (10 weeks for Army roles) or Boot Camp (8-9 weeks for Air Force, Navy roles), then complete further specialized training like Airborne School or BUD/s (Basic Underwater Demolition SEAL Training) before getting into these specialized roles.

Please note that these roles come with inherent risks and can be demanding, both physically and mentally. It would be wise to carefully consider these factors and discuss your options with a military recruiter for more in-depth information.